Key Ingredients
Collagen
A protein found naturally in the skin that gives the skin its structure, elasticity and firmness. Verisol is a unique collagen protein concentrate, manufactured via an enzymatic hydrolisis process mixture of straight chain polypeptides. It offers excellent moisturising properties and can increase the density of collagen fibrils and also fibroblast density which are responsible for collagen production.
Vitamin C
Essential for the synthesis of new collagen, a key structural protein in the skin. Vitamin C also acts as an antioxidant which can help reduce skin damage caused by free radicals. It is also important for our immune system protection against viruses and bacteria, healing wounds, reducing cholesterol and cell lifespan.Vitamin E
Plays a major role in maintaining healthy skin. Vitamin E has been proven to possess the ability to penetrate skin layers and reduce the formation of harmful free radicals that age the skin – a by-product of our bodies attempt to deal with the poisons and pollutants in today’s environment. Also effective in healing scars and scar tissue.
Vitamin A
Recommended by dermatologists to help keep skin looking young and smooth. Vitamin A helps form and maintain healthy skin, teeth, skeletal and soft tissue and is also known as Retinol because it produces the pigments in the retina of the eye.Zinc
Essential in the maintenance of healthy skin and acts as an astringent which helps shrink and tighten body tissues. Zinc is a component in the proper functioning of enzymes that are required by the body to repair skin wounds, helping maintain a healthy appearance. Zinc is a natural source of SPF to combat the damaging effect of the sun’s rays.
Acetyl Hexapeptide 3 (Argireline)
Is a peptide that inhibits proteins (snare complex) and release of adrenalin and noradrenalin in neuronal cells in the skin, inhibiting facial skin muscle tightening – a mechanism responsible for wrinkle formation. It works through a unique mechanism which relaxes facial tension, which may reduce the appearance of superficial facial lines and wrinkles with regular use, whilst also inhibiting the new formation of wrinkles.Hyaluronic Acid
Also known as “natures moisturiser” controls tissue hydration and water transport in the body, which helps support the appearance of smooth supple skin and can reduce the appearance of wrinkles. Also has been shown to promote growth of new skin cells after peels.
Grapeseed Oil
Is rich in skin friendly vitamins A and E and is a preferred cosmetic ingredient for control of moisture in the skin, with a mild astringent effect – tightens and tones the skin. Some people use pure grapeseed oil onto the skin.Jojoba Oil
Is extracted from a desert shrub grown in North America. It is a common ingredient in beauty products due to its stability and moisturising properties and is used as a carrier for other cosmetic ingredients.
Shea Butter
Is a potent moisturiser and emoliant that provides ultimate skin care protection. It has been postulated to protect, in part from UV rays and has been shown to have anti irritant, soothing properties and improve the appearance of ageing skin. Used widely in beauty products.Glycerine
A clear viscous liquid that occurs widely in nature and dissolves completely in water. It holds onto water to help skin retain its softness and flexibility and protects the lipids of skin cells.
Aqua (water)
A technical ingredient but also the most skin and body friendly, natural ingredient known to mankind.Stearic Acid
A technical ingredient (emulsifier). A fatty acid that occurs naturally in shea butters and cocoa, commonly used in cosmetics and soaps.
Cetyl Alcohol
A technical ingredient. An emoliant and emulsifier commonly used in cosmetics and skincare. It supports the main emulsion system that breaks down when applied allowing the lovely ingredients to benefit the skin.Carbomer
A technical ingredient used as a gelling agent and to stabilise emulsions (cream).
Sodium Benzonate
A technical ingredient. An organic alcohol found in many fruits and teas, used in a wide variety of cosmetics and personal care, including baby products.Magnesium Stearate
A technical ingredient derived from vegetable oil. A filling agent (provides texture and consistency).
Triethanolamine
A technical ingredient. An organic compound used to stabilise emulsions and improve the efficiency of preservatives by stabilising the ph value.Gluconolacone
A technical ingredient. A natural preservative used to effectively emulsify creams.
Collagen
A protein found naturally in the skin that gives the skin its structure, elasticity and firmness. Verisol is a unique collagen protein concentrate, manufactured via an enzymatic hydrolisis process mixture of straight chain polypeptides. It offers excellent moisturising properties and can increase the density of collagen fibrils and also fibroblast density which are responsible for collagen production. Vitamin C
Essential for the synthesis of new collagen, a key structural protein in the skin. Vitamin C also acts as an antioxidant which can help reduce skin damage caused by free radicals. It is also important for our immune system protection against viruses and bacteria, healing wounds, reducing cholesterol and cell lifespan. Vitamin E
Plays a major role in maintaining healthy skin. Vitamin E has been proven to possess the ability to penetrate skin layers and reduce the formation of harmful free radicals that age the skin – a by-product of our bodies attempt to deal with the poisons and pollutants in today’s environment. Also effective in healing scars and scar tissue. Vitamin A
Recommended by dermatologists to help keep skin looking young and smooth. Vitamin A helps form and maintain healthy skin, teeth, skeletal and soft tissue and is also known as Retinol because it produces the pigments in the retina of the eye. Zinc
Essential in the maintenance of healthy skin and acts as an astringent which helps shrink and tighten body tissues. Zinc is a component in the proper functioning of enzymes that are required by the body to repair skin wounds, helping maintain a healthy appearance. Zinc is a natural source of SPF to combat the damaging effect of the sun’s rays.
Acetyl Hexapeptide 3 (Argireline)
Is a peptide that inhibits proteins (snare complex) and release of adrenalin and noradrenalin in neuronal cells in the skin, inhibiting facial skin muscle tightening – a mechanism responsible for wrinkle formation. It works through a unique mechanism which relaxes facial tension, which may reduce the appearance of superficial facial lines and wrinkles with regular use, whilst also inhibiting the new formation of wrinkles. Hyaluronic Acid
Also known as “natures moisturiser” controls tissue hydration and water transport in the body, which helps support the appearance of smooth supple skin and can reduce the appearance of wrinkles. Also has been shown to promote growth of new skin cells after peels. Grapeseed Oil
Is rich in skin friendly vitamins A and E and is a preferred cosmetic ingredient for control of moisture in the skin, with a mild astringent effect – tightens and tones the skin. Some people use pure grapeseed oil onto the skin. Jojoba Oil
Is extracted from a desert shrub grown in North America. It is a common ingredient in beauty products due to its stability and moisturising properties and is used as a carrier for other cosmetic ingredients. Shea Butter
Is a potent moisturiser and emoliant that provides ultimate skin care protection. It has been postulated to protect, in part from UV rays and has been shown to have anti irritant, soothing properties and improve the appearance of ageing skin. Used widely in beauty products. Glycerine
A clear viscous liquid that occurs widely in nature and dissolves completely in water. It holds onto water to help skin retain its softness and flexibility and protects the lipids of skin cells. Aqua (water)
A technical ingredient but also the most skin and body friendly, natural ingredient known to mankind. Stearic Acid
A technical ingredient (emulsifier). A fatty acid that occurs naturally in shea butters and cocoa, commonly used in cosmetics and soaps. Cetyl Alcohol
A technical ingredient. An emoliant and emulsifier commonly used in cosmetics and skincare. It supports the main emulsion system that breaks down when applied allowing the lovely ingredients to benefit the skin. Carbomer
A technical ingredient used as a gelling agent and to stabilise emulsions (cream). Sodium Benzonate
A technical ingredient. An organic alcohol found in many fruits and teas, used in a wide variety of cosmetics and personal care, including baby products. Magnesium Stearate
A technical ingredient derived from vegetable oil. A filling agent (provides texture and consistency). Triethanolamine
A technical ingredient. An organic compound used to stabilise emulsions and improve the efficiency of preservatives by stabilising the ph value.