Intense Well Aging Mask⁰⁵

WATER. Water positively supports the moisture content of the skin and is used to dissolve vegetable ingredients. The quality of the water is regularly checked for physical and microbiological values.

CETEARYL ALCOHOL (FATTY ALCOHOL). Mixture of cetyl and stearyl alcohol, these are fatty alcohols, which are produced by the reduction of the corresponding fatty acids. A very common ingredient of cosmetic formulas, which gives the skin a pleasantly soft feeling and supports the formation of emulsions in the product. It also has a moisturizing effect and is supposed to smooth the skin.

COCO-CAPRYLATE (EMOLLIENT). A fast-spreading, refatting emollient of natural origin that leaves the skin feeling silky smooth and soft.

GLYCERYL STEARATE (CO-EMULSIFIER). Co-emulsifier of vegetable origin (various oils). A consistency enhancer and auxiliary emulsifier for lotions and creams.

GYLCERINE (SUGAR ALCOHOL). Glycerin occurs in nature as a component of fats (triglycerides = glycerin with 3 fatty acids). It is a natural component of our Natural Moisturizing Factor (NMF) of the skin and is present as part of the storage fat in plants. Glycerin binds water and can thus promote the skin's moisture. A well moisturized skin ages more slowly and is better protected against environmental influences.

POTASSIUM PALMITOYL HYDROLYZED RICE PROTEIN (EMULSIFIER). Emulsifier with rice proteins. It helps the skin stay in good condition by supporting its ability to retain water, thereby staying hydrated. Additionally, it can strengthen the skin barrier by forming a protective film on the skin that shields it from harmful environmental factors, leaving the skin soft and supple.

SODIUM STEAROYL GLUTAMATE (EMULSIFIER). Natural emulsifier based on amino acids. Helps water and oil to mix and subsequently not separate. This ingredient also has skin and hair conditioning properties, keeping them in good condition.

JOJOBA OIL. Jojoba is a drought-resistant, evergreen shrub that is native to the deserts of Mexico and the southern regions of the USA. Chemically speaking, the raw material is a liquid wax. In contrast to oils, where fatty acids together with glycerin form the fatty components, waxes contain fatty acids combined with a fatty alcohol. These wax esters are very similar to human skin sebum and are therefore optimally mixed with it, creating a delicate, non-sealing lipid film. This keeps the skin moist without sealing it. A further effect is the increase of the skin's elasticity, as the jojoba oil spreads well within the cornea. The raw material is also ideal for impure skin. The jojoba oil is a true all-rounder.

SUNFLOWER OIL. Oil from the sunflower seeds, its name comes from its ability to turn its flower head towards the sun. Due to its high content of linoleic acid, it is a light, non-sticky and caring oil. The contained vitamin E has an antioxidant effect.

OLIVE OIL. Olive oil - vegetable oil with predominantly simple unsaturated fatty acids. Ideal to moisturize and nourish very dry skin.

BAOBAB. The Baobab is a unique tree native to Africa. It is the largest succulent tree in the world and almost all of its plant components are traditionally used for medicinal purposes in Africa. The seed oil is rich in skin-friendly ingredients: it contains skin-regenerating vitamin A, antioxidant vitamin E and vitamin D3, which promotes calcium absorption. It is also rich in nourishing fatty acids.

FENUGREEK. This ancient medicinal plant is traditionally used in cooking and as a tea for its beneficial effects on digestion and blood sugar levels. On the skin, this versatile plant works against glycation, the process by which sugar molecules bind to skin structures, which is one of the main causes of skin aging. The protective layer of the epidermis is strengthened and skin structures remain intact.

HIBISCUS / ROSE MALLOW. The extract from hibiscus flowers contains mucilage, which has soothing and calming effects. Due to its healing and anti-inflammatory properties, it supports and protects the skin, even as it ages.

ROSEMARY (LEAVES). Extract of rosemary. The main functional ingredient is rosemary acid, a powerful antioxidant with anti-inflammatory properties.

PULLULAN. Is a polysaccharide polymer produced by fermentation of fungi. Dissolves in water, but can also be used as a thickening agent or in peel-off masks.

BLUE CHAMOMILE. Chamomile is one of the most popular medicinal plants and is characterized by its nourishing and soothing properties. The essential oil of real chamomile is rich in bisabolol (about 50%), a powerful anti-inflammatory and calming agent. The contained chamazulene causes the blue coloration of the precious essential oil.

BUTCHER'S BROOM. Butcher's broom is traditionally used in medicine as a supportive therapy for feelings of heaviness, tingling and swelling of the legs. Butcher's broom has a stimulating and toning effect on the skin.

POMEGRANATE. Already known as superfood in nutritional science, this heavenly fruit has wonderful properties for the skin. The high phenol content prevents free radicals from destroying cell structures. The skin ages more slowly, the vitality is promoted and skin damage (e.g. by UV radiation) can be prevented. Contained tannins and vitamin C support the skin functions and the skin remains intact and healthy.

CHASTE TREE. Extract from the berries of chaste tree. Due to its hormone-like effect, chaste tree is used in phytotherapy for the treatment of menstrual cycle disorders. It has a balancing effect on the skin and is mainly found in care products for mature skin.

FRANKINCENSE. Extract from the dried, ground gum of the incense tree; a small tree or shrub with pinnate leaves and white or pale pink blossoms. Has astringent and cleansing effects, soothes and relieves the skin. The boswellia acids contained, can have a strengthening and toning effect on the skin.

PHOSPHATIDYLCHOLINE. Synonym for lecithin. Lecithins are natural elements of cell membranes. Lecithins are characterized by a large functional spectrum, they act as functional ingredients, caring and refatting lipids and also as skin-analogous emulsifiers. Applied to the skin, they are restructured by the body's own enzymes and used as elements for ceramides and cell membranes. A very important function is the promotion of the penetration depth of functional ingredients.

ALGAE EXTRACT. Algae extract is an active ingredient derived from various types of algae. It acts as a humectant (helps the skin to attract water), an emollient (makes the skin feel smooth) and a general skin conditioner. Algae are rich sources of biologically active metabolites, including antioxidants, anti-inflammatory agents, alginates, polysaccharides, and carotenoids. Algae extracts are primarily used as moisturizers and thickeners, but they can also reduce signs of skin aging and pigmentation.

SEA LETTUCE (GREEN ALGAE). This green alga is spread all over the world along the sea coasts and is also used as food.On the skin, this active ingredient supports the formation of collagen and hyaluronic acid, and also prevents the decomposition of these structural elements. The contours are tightened and the skin appears firmer and smoother.

HORSE CHESTNUT (bark). Horse Chestnut is a widely used ingredient thanks to a number of valuable properties. It contains the active ingredient escin, which helps maintain healthy circulation and strengthens capillaries. This makes horse chestnut useful for rosacea-prone skin, and it's also often used in toners for a fresh skin feel. It also has some anti-inflammatory and wound-healing properties.

PHENETHYL ALOHOL. Pleasant rose-like fragrance, which can be found in various essential oils like rose, neroli or geranium.

GLYCERYL CAPRYLATE . Plant-based, multifunctional ingredient with softening and moisturizing properties. It is extracted from various vegetable oils, acts as a co-emulsifier in the product and so stabilizes the emulsion. The ingredient also has preservative properties for the product.

TOCOPHEROL. Vitamin E is the most important fat-soluble antioxidant and is found in many plant-based oils as a protection against oxidation. By intercepting the harmful free radicals, tocopherol prevents the oxidation of the lipids in the product as well as those of the skin's membrane lipids. Wound healing can be positively supported and the skin appears smooth and healthy.

XANTHAN GUM. One of the most commonly used thickeners and emulsion stabilizers. Completely natural ingredient produced by fermentation.

ALLANTOIN. Allantoin is a soothing ingredient that can be found naturally in the roots and leaves of the comfrey plant. It is not only soothing and calming but also skin-softening and protecting, and can promote wound healing.

ANISIC ACID. Skin-friendly organic acid that is effective against fungi. Helps to protect the product from microbial spoilage.

FRAGRANCE NATURAL ORIGIN. Not all cosmetic ingredients have a pleasant scent by nature, even if they are wonderful for the skin in their function. For this reason, we use scents of natural origin to create a great experience for your nose as well.

SODIUM PHYTATE. Sodium phytate is a natural raw material occurring in wheat and rice bran. It is a so-called chelator and binds metals which can influence the stability of the product.

CELLULOSE (POWDER). Important component of the cell walls of plants. In cosmetics, it improves the resistance and durability of ingredients and formulations.

LIMONENE. Fragrance that must be declared (information for people with a fragrance allergy) and natural component of various essential oils. Limonene is a fresh, citrus-like scent that is contained in many plants such as rosemary, lavender, lemon grass, peppermint and eucalyptus. The molecule is also the main component of the peel oil of citrus fruits.

LINALOOL. Fragrance that must be declared (information for people with a fragrance allergy) and natural component of various essential oils. The fragrance is flowery-fresh and occurs in many spice plants, such as nutmeg, thyme and many more.

DEXTRIN. Gel former and functional ingredient of plant origin with healing properties.

SILICON DIOXIDE. "Silica" is the English name for silicon dioxide, a compound that occurs naturally in quartz and in several living organisms. In the form of small microbeads, silica influences the scattering of light on the skin, reducing contrast and making the skin appear even. This is known as the soft focus effect, skin irregularities such as veins, spots, pigmentation and fine lines are concealed and appear less distinct.

MALTODEXTRIN. Carbohydrate from corn, rice or potato starch, which helps to keep the skin mat, stabilize emulsions and keep the product together.

CLARY SAGE (ESSENTIAL OIL). This type of sage provides an oil of particular value for women's problems. In addition to a variety of phytomedical applications, it supports skin and hair to remain in balance.

JASMINE (ESSENTIAL OIL). This essential oil is an absolute, which means that it is obtained through complex enfleurage. The delicate and at the same time powerful blossom is also called queen of the night and has always been associated with love and seduction. Besides its bewitching scent, in cosmetics jasmine is especially appreciated for dry skin, with soothing and calming effect.

VETIVER. Essential oil extracted from the dried roots of Vetiver, a tropical grass species. Because of its skin-caring effect, Vetiver is used for mature, wrinkled skin. On a psychological level, the essential oil has a balancing and grounding effect.

FRANKINCENSE. Extract from the dried, ground gum of the incense tree; a small tree or shrub with pinnate leaves and white or pale pink blossoms. Has astringent and cleansing effects, soothes and relieves the skin. The boswellia acids contained, can have a strengthening and toning effect on the skin.