active renewal shield™ - a combination of ingredients that trigger skin's defense mechanisms, allowing cells to reproduce longer in a more “perfect” way. includes microspheres that refract light, enhancing performance of SPF.
age-inhibitor complex - protects and prevents the breakdown of collagen while preserving moisture and elasticity in the skin. delays the aging process by prolonging cell life.
alanine - essential amino acid for collagen synthesis.
albatin - inhibits melanin production by limiting tyrosinase.
alistin - an anti-oxidant with anti-inflammatory properties that protect proteins from glycation. reverts and repairs cell membranes after oxidative stress causing cell death. reorganizes collagen back to its normal condition.
allantoin - prevents irritation to the skin.
aloe vera - healing emollient that soothes irritation and prevents scarring.
anti-oxidants - boosts the skin’s strength to protect against free radical attack.
arginine - speeds the healing of skin cell damage and wounds.
argireline (acetyl hexapeptide) - stimulates collagen production.
avobenzone - full spectrum protection against UVA & UVB radiation.
bacillus ferment - gently removes dead skin cells and improves softness of skin.
bacocalmine - anti-stress herb that sends signals to stop inflammation and irritation within the skin.
bentonite - a natural detoxifying agent. absorbs toxins and delivers nutrients to the skin.
bilberry extract (vaccinum myrxillus extract) - calms skin and promotes healthy blood flow to the skin.
blue green algae - a rich source of vitamin e, zinc, iron and copper. has a soothing effect on the skin.
caffeine (siloxanetriol algenate) - tightens dilated blood vessels and helps to reduce under eye puffiness and increase elasticity and firmness.
calmosensine - a di-peptide that acts as a messenger for a relaxing effect on skins comfort and well-being.
ceramides - maintains firmness and moisture of the skin with long term benefits. assist skin in it's function as an efficient barrier
chamomile (anthemis nobilis flower oil) - calms, soothes and reduces irritation.
citric acid - gentle astringent that adjust acid balance of skin.
citro flavonoids - lightening agent based on citrus extracts (lemon peels) powerful anti-oxidant to protect against free radical damage.
collagen - a protein that gives structure to skin, bones, and teeth and aids in the absorption of iron.
diacetylboldine - slows down production of melanin after uv exposure, giving the skin a lighter more even pigmentation.
eugenol - local antiseptic leaving cool effect on the skin.
flavonoids (commonly known as bioflavonoids) - powerful anti-oxidants providing remarkable protection against free radical damage.
flax seed oil (linum seed extract) - reduces oil production.
fullerene - radical sponges that stop action of UVA and UVB by absorbing free radicals.
gamma amino butyric acid - causes immediate and visible smoothing effect on the skin.
geranium - is known for its soothing and astringent action on the skin. also helpful in treating acne, bruises, capillaries, burns and eczema.
ginger (zingiber officinate)/ginger root extract - reduces inflammation.
glutamine - amino acid that protects against muscle, protein and tissue breakdown.
glycerine - is a humectant, and attracts water.
glyceryl distearate (inflacin) - non-steroidal, anti-inflammatory combined with cooling agents to reduce redness.
glycolic acid - stimulates cellular renewal to improve texture of skin leaving it softer and smoother.
glysine - repairs damaged tissues, and promotes healing of cell damage and wounds.
grapefruit extract - energizes skin with a refreshing scent.
grapeseed extract (vitis vinifera) - protects collagen and elastin, for firm skin.
green tea (camellia sinensis) - anti-inflammatory and anti-oxidant that boosts the sunscreen action to protect against free radical damage. green tea has been clinically proven to prevent cellular damage caused by exposure to UV rays.
guarana - has energizing effect on the skin.
gynostemma - anti-oxidant, anti-aging, anti-inflammatory.
hamamelis virginiana (witch hazel) - skin freshener, local anesthetic and gentle astringent.
homosalate octyl - protects you from the sun by absorbing the ultraviolet (UV) and visible sun rays. reflects, scatters and absorbs UV rays.
hyaluronic acid - occurs naturally in cells, plumping the skin by holding water, up to 1000 times its weight in natural moisture. a lightweight texture with super hydrating properties.
hydroxyprolisilane C - slows down glycation process (excess sugar attacking collagen and elastin fibers, causing cells to stiffen and making skin more vulnerable to wrinkling, sagging and uv damage) protecting network of collagen and elastin making them more resilient to free radicals.
isoflavones soybean - protein extracts of soybean that contains different estrogen-like substances. mimics effects of estrogen (phytoestrogens) on skin by replenishing collagen and reverting glycation process.
kaolin - purest and most versatile soft clay, renown for its detoxifying effect on the skin. promotes a purifying action.
kola - assist in the absorption and action of the other ingredients in the skin.
lactic acid - intense hydrating properties.
lavender - soothes and calms to even out skin’s redness and discoloration.
lecithin - derived from soya. a blend of phospholipids that serve to protect membranes of cell walls.
leucine - amino acid that protects against muscle, protein and tissue breakdown.
licorice - known for its anti-inflammatory and anti-bacterial properties.
lo han - patented extract from the fruit (member of the squash family) helps reduce cravings for sugar. known as the longevity fruit.
lysine - repairs damaged tissues, and promotes healing of cell damage and wounds
magnesium ascorybl phosphate - vitamin C derivative, blocks action of uv rays on melanin formation. provides skin moisturization.
mamaku essence - fern plant from New Zealand that increases cell production as well as tissue vitality and function. protects from environmental aggressors allowing cells to regenerate in a perfect healthy way. cell multiplication is boosted, restoring moisture and volume in the epidermis. prolong cell life
mandarin orange peel - stimulates microcirculation of the skin and brightens dull skin.
marine extract - hydrating complex that provides soothing and hydrating benefits, leaving skin soft, smooth and radiant.
matrix metallo proteinases - MMP is an enzyme that is responsible for the breakdown of collagen.
methylmethacrylate - microspheres that diffuse light making the appearance of the skin smoother and more uniform.
octyl methoxycinnamate (octinoxate) - organic UVB absorber, offers broad protection.
oxybenzone - waterproof UVA/ UVB absorber. quite stable and enhances the effectiveness of other UVB absorbers.
palmitoyl oligopeptide - regenerates the skin's upper layers by stimulating collagen production and thickening the epidermis. reduces depth of wrinkles, often associated with photo-aged skin
papaya - balances the skin as well as smoothes irregularities.
peptides - small messengers that tell the skin how to act younger by repairing damaged skin. they are the building blocks of collagen and elastin.
phospholipids - binds water and has long-lasting effect on skin’s moisture.
pilewort extract (ranunculus ficuria) - immediately reduces inflammation.
pisum sativum (sweet pea) - a protein derived from sweet pea plant that produces a tensing effect on the skin. tones and firms skin with a plumping and lifting effect on the skin.
polyphenols - increase the strength of the blood vessels by boosting micro-circulation, protecting elastin and collagen fibers, and preventing the destruction of hyaluronic acid, an essential component of the skin’s support tissue.
pro dimethysilanediol salicylate (same family as salicylic acid) - soothing anti-inflammatory ingredient that restores pH balance in the skin, absorbs oil and prevents future breakouts.
proline - important in maintaining radiant and youthful skin
QuSome - patented delivery system that encapsulates potent ingredients delivering them to the deeper layers of the skin.
rice brain oil - gives healthy glow to skin.
rosemary (rosmarinus officinalis) - acts as a tonic, or astringent, which is effective for treating combination and oily skin.
saccharide isomerate - a sugar derivative that binds moisture.
salicylic acid - (beta hydroxy) lipid soluble, non–irritating ingredient that controls excess oil, and treats acne while soothing the skin.
salix alba (willow bark) - calms irritated skin.
sesame oil - emollient on the skin. very moisturizing.
shea butter (butyrospermum parkii) - gives skin soft and silky texture obtained from shea nuts, exceptional moisturizer that has powerful anti-oxidant action.
silicone - allows for rapid absorption and an impressive ultra-lightweight, quick dry-down.
sodium PCA - similar to hyaluronic acid capturing moisture from the environment with long term results.
songyi mushroom - powerful anti-oxidant that contains lightening properties and inhibits partial melanin production.
soy protein - resurfaces skin to make it smoother, reduces collagen degradation therefore, minimizing lines and wrinkles.
soybean germ extract - potent anti-oxidant and anti-inflammatory. rich in proteins, minerals and vitamins. replenishes collagen.
squalane - heals, tones and moisturizes, similar to lipids in the skin (derived from olive oil).
sunflower (helianthus annus) - yields an oil with moisturizing and protective properties.
tea tree oil - is an anti-bacterial, lipid soluble, non-irritating, and clarifying ingredient making it exceptional for treating blemished acne prone, and/or oily skin.
TIMP-2 (oligopeptide-20) - tissue inhibitor of MMP-2 - protects and prevents the depletion of collagen while preserving moisture and elasticity in the skin, delaying the aging process, prolonging cell life.
titanium dioxide - is an active “physical” block micronized and encapsulated ina silicone molecule, ensures an exceptionally lightweight, silky feel and an ultrasmooth application that leaves none of the usual white traces.
tyrosinase - key enzyme of the melanin synthesis.
urea - attracts and holds water into the skin for better hydration.
vit. A polypeptide - an excellent anti-oxidant that treats and repairs aging skin promoting cellular renewal for a more youthful appearance.
vitamin A (retinyl palmitate) - increases cell turnover, helps to stimulate collagen production, and lightens discoloration on the skin.
vitamin C - prevents oxidative changes to skin cells that occur following sunexposure. it is also an added protection against UVA (wrinkle causing rays) and UVB(sunburn causing rays). restores firmness and elasticity.
vitamin E (tocopheryl) - provide hydration, while restoring elasticity, radiance and beauty.
vitamins A and C - combined, they encourage cell renewal and brighten skin.
white tea (camellia sinesis) - potent anti-oxidant to protect skin against free radical damage.
zinc - helps to calm and soothe skin to reduce redness.
zinc oxide - is an active “physical” filter that blocks sun’s rays. zinc is extracted from the chamomile plant which calms and soothes the skin and reduces redness.
