Alpha Arbutin
Origin: Switzerland

Recognized as the safest, most effective skin whitening compound, this ingredient is not to be mistaken for Beta Arbutin (commonly known as Arbutin). Most manufacturers use Arbutin, because it is far less expensive and easier to source than Alpha Arbutin. A patented ingredient manufactured in Switzerland, Alpha Arbutin has shown extraordinarily rapid and safe skin whitening properties and, therefore, is used extensively in our portfolio.


 

Actiflow
Origin: France

Actiflow is a dynamic natural extract from yeast. Abundantly rich in polysaccharides and Vitamin P, it helps to firm and moisturizes the delicate skin around the eyes, thus restoring elasticity. Actiflow is scientifically proven to reduce bags and puffiness by 67% in 28 days or less. Additionally, in a controlled study, 75% of users showed a lightening of dark circles and a reduction of hyperpigmentation.


 

Hyaluronic Acid
Origin: Denmark

Hyaluronic Acid is present abundantly in youthful skin and provides maximal below-surface hydration. It protects youthful skin features, smoothes the skin’s appearance and unconditionally magnifies the absorption of other active principles. This vital ingredient was recently praised by the BBC as the single most important compound that contributes to the astonishing youthfulness of the very old in the small town of Yuyao in Japan.


 

Magnesium Ascorbyl Phosphate in PML
Origin: Spain

Magnesium Ascorbyl Phosphate PML is a specific kind of liposome composed by several concentric bilayers of phospholipids that contain magnesium ascorbyl phosphate and have the capacity to prevent unwanted hydrolysis of the molecule and also to favour the diffusion of the molecule into the prickle and basal layers of the epidermis. This principle has shown a much greater skin-lightening effect whilst maintaining a sustained moisturizing profile.


 

Giga White®
Origin: Switzerland

Perhaps the most notable naturally-sourced skin whitening compound, Giga White brings the clinically-tested, fully documented benefits of seven innovative plant extracts together in a potent delivery system developed in Switzerland. Used heavily in W-SERIES, this ingredient enhances the efficacy of other active principles and ensures an even, luminous skin tone.


 

Magnesium Ascorbyl Phosphate (MAP)
Origin: Eastern Europe

This highly refined, exceptionally stable Vitamin C derivative provides superior antioxidant properties and is also a very effective active for brightening and balancing the skin tone. Perhaps the rarest and most costly form of Vitamin C, this derivative shows far superior absorbability and utilization by the skin as compared to L-Ascorbic Acid (the most basic, most abundant and least costly form of Vitamin C) that has been incorporated into many respected formulations worldwide. L-Ascorbic Acid is highly unstable and can actually cause further oxidation of the skin. Offering virtually no risk of oxidation, MAP brings the most scientifically advanced form of Vitamin C to many of our formulations.


 

Biowhite®
Origin: Germany

BioWhite is a combination of extracts of scutellaria, white mulberry, saxifrage and grape, each with a potent depigmentation action, working in synergy to block the formation of melanin. This stabilized plant complex is one of the most effective principles available, as it can inhibit tyrosinase activity by 97%, a figure greater than that associated with Kojic Acid and Hydroquinone.


 

POLYPEPTIDE-WX
Origin: France

This advanced peptide composition is a biomimetic peptide antagonist specific of the a-MSH. Biomimetic peptides are identical to the skin’s peptides, and are acting on the physiological mechanisms of the skin with a high specificity. This active competes against the natural ligand (a-MSH) on its specific receptor (MC1-R) by preventing any further activation of the tyrosinase, and thus blocking melanin synthesis. Tyrosinase inhibition reduces the formation of unwanted pigmentation, allowing for the control over skin tone and brown spots. This active represents the first scientifically-explained skin whitening compound in the world of skincare.


 

Microalga Dunaliella Salina
Origin: Switzerland

Our biotechnologically-derived extract of microalgae Dunaliella Salina is a powerful cocktail of molecules that have the ability to reload the skin with new energy. Due to external stress factors, the mitochondria of skin cells begin to degrade with age. This degradation leads to formation of wrinkles and the skin becomes atonic and brittle, with reduced radiance. This microalga protects the cellular structures of the skin and stimulates the mitochondria, thereby increasing cell turnover and improving the overall complexion.


 

Tyrostat®-9
Origin: North Canadian Prairies

Having shown better skin whitening and dark spot reduction efficacy than hydroquinone and arbutin, this highly innovative natural ingredient is extracted from wild crafted Field Dock (from the Rumex species) grown in the North Canadian Prairies. This patented formula has strong inhibitory effects on the tyrosinase enzyme, leading to a reduction of pigments such as melanin (tan) and hemoglobin (erythema). The result is elimination of brown-red tones in the skin color and clinical studies that directly compare Tyrostat with Hydroquinone and Arbutin have shown significantly stronger results with only three weeks of application.


 

Ceramide IIIA
Origin: Germany

Ceramide IIIA supports the natural protective layer of the skin, while improving skin tone and clarity. It has also been shown to inhibit melanin synthesis in vitro without cytotoxicity. Our Ceramide IIIA is produced using a patented bio-fermentation process. In contrast to various pseudo-ceramides available commercially, the ceramides produced according to this process have the same stereo-chemical configuration as the ceramides present in the human skin. This unique configuration is crucial for optimal performance.


 

RETexture®
Origin: United States

RETexture is a scientific active that includes 1% of a pure ester form of Tretinoin that works in a way similar to Retin-A, but without the irritation associated with Tretinoin. Available without a prescription, this "Pro Tretinoin" delivery form significantly reduces the irritation potential, without diminishing the cosmetic treatment potential. RETexture minimizes sunlight-induced aging and combats acne effectively. Clinical studies have noted a reduction in skin roughness and dryness alongside maximized radiance, softness, firmness, tightness and elasticity, within two weeks.


 

Arbutin PML (5%)
Origin: Spain

Arbutin PML (5%) is a specific kind of liposome composed by several concentric bilayers of phospholipids that protect the Arbutin molecule from degradation and allow its diffusion throughout the upper layers of the epidermis in a controlled and sustained release manner. This system represents the initiation of the RETARD concept in cosmetic technology, maximizing the potential effect in time. Arbutin shows remarkable inhibitory effects on melanin formation and skin beautifying effects. It causes no irritation, which allows continuous use for a long period of time at high concentrations to produce satisfactory skin-lightening effects.


 

Kalahari Watermelon
Origin: Kalahari Desert

This Swiss active is based on a highly-purified extract of a watermelon which has its origin in the Kalahari Desert. Under extreme conditions, this watermelon develops its own defense system by producing compatible solutes against drought, heat and UV radiation. Abundantly rich in its synergistic composition of vitamins, carbohydrates and such amino acids as L-Citrulline, this extract offers unprecedented protection of DNA, the skin's fibroblasts and keratinocytes, thereby decreasing erythema as a result of UV radiation.


 

1-Methylhydantoin-2-Imide
Origin: Germany

This skin-lightening amino acid is present abundantly in the human body. A recent discovery by a renowned German laboratory has found that this ingredient offers skin whitening properties that are in line with historically unsafe ingredients such as Kojic Acid and Hydroquinone, none of which are ever used in any of our products. This completely safe alternative is incorporated in above standard concentrations in W-SERIES.