Skin eczema
Skin eczema: recognition, treatment and care Skin eczema is a widespread skin condition that can affect people of all ages. It manifests itself as dry, itchy and inflamed patches of skin and can have a significant impact on quality of life. In this blog post, we will define eczema, discuss the role of occlusive cosmetic…
Slow Aging with Dormine
Introduction In today’s fast-paced world, where youthfulness and beauty are highly valued, many are looking for ways to slow down the natural aging process. Science has shown that it is possible to influence this process through innovative skincare products. One of the promising active ingredients in this area is slow aging with Dormine, an approach…
Sodium hyaluronate crosspolymer
Sodium hyaluronate crosspolymer – is that new? We have known for a long time that hyaluronic acid is an extremely effective cosmetic ingredient. The substance, which occurs naturally in our bodies, can bind huge amounts of moisture and is also extremely well tolerated. The suffix “acid”, which normally makes us think of a corrosive substance,…
Sodium hydrogen carbonate
Our grandmother’s kitchen and bathroom would have been unimaginable without sodium hydrogen carbonate (sodium bicarbonate for short). It was used to clean the oven as well as to brush or whiten teeth and served as a secret weapon against heartburn. Unfortunately, the miraculous powers of the substance have now been somewhat forgotten. Today, sodium bicarbonate…
Sodium lauryl glycol carboxylate
Sodium lauryl glycol carboxylate: A mild surfactant for cosmetic cleansers Sodium lauryl glycol carboxylates (sodium lauryl glycol carboxylates) are mild surfactants that are increasingly used in cosmetic cleansers, shower gels and shampoos. It offers numerous benefits, including high foaming, stability over a wide pH range and low skin and eye irritation. In this article, we…
Solubilisers
What are solubilisers? Solubilisers are amphiphilic compounds that spontaneously form micelles in water or aqueous solutions. Solubilisers are used in cosmetics and pharmaceuticals to ideally convert poorly soluble substances, perfume oils or lipids into clear solutions. Solubilisation is an improvement in solubility using solubilisers that are able to convert poorly water-soluble or even water-insoluble substances…
Squalane
Squalane is a highly effective plant-based skin care substance that is nowadays mainly extracted from olives. In the past, however, things were different: originally, squalane was obtained from shark liver, 80 percent of which consists of squalene (not to be confused with squalane!). Hence the name: Squalus is the Latin name for shark. But first…
St. John’s Wort Oil
St. John’s Wort Oil: A natural wonder with a wide range of effects St. John’s wort oil, derived from the flowers of St. John’s wort (Hypericum perforatum), is a traditional remedy valued in many cultures for its positive effects on the skin and mental health. In this article, we explore the many uses of St.…
Stable vitamin C
The power of stable vitamin C in skincare products: a deep dive into CosminC In the world of skincare, vitamin C is known for its impressive antioxidant and skin-rejuvenating properties. But not all vitamin C is created equal. Stable vitamin C, as found in CosminC, has enabled revolutionary advances in dermatology and cosmetic chemistry, particularly…
sulfate-free cleansing products
Introduction The demand for gentle and mild cleansing products without sulfates has increased significantly in recent years. More and more consumers are looking for alternatives to conventional sulfate-containing products, which are suspected of irritating and drying out the skin. In this article, we will be looking at the advantages of sulfate-free cleansing products, introducing the…