Question 1

Apricot Kernel Oil, Prunus Armeniaca Kernel Oil"

Accepted Answer

Premium quality, very mild, moisturizing and fast absorbing skincare oil. Helps smooth the skin and acts as an antioxidant, ie against the degenerating action of free oxygen radicals on the cells. Absorbs really well, so Apricot kernel oil is really pleasant to use. We use Ecocert-certified, cold-pressed organic apricot seed oil in our products.

Cold pressing is a production method in which the oil in the seed or fruit of an oil plant is gently pressed at a temperature below 40 degrees.

We use Ecocert Cosmos eco-certified Apricot Kernel Oil.

Products: The Oil & The Duo

Question 2

Ascorbyl Palmitate aka Vitamin C

Accepted Answer

Vitamin C, or Ascorbic Acid, is essential as a nutrient for collagen production and tissue repair. An Antioxidant, regular use of Vitamin C internally and externally can prevent and even correct the appearance of several signs of aging, including skin texture.

We use Ecocert COSMOS Eco-Certified Ascorbyl Palmitate in our products.

Products: The Cream & The Duo

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Question 3

Black tea, Camellia Sinensis (Black Tea) Leaf Extract"

Accepted Answer

Tea has several benefits in skin care products. It is rich in antioxidants and polyphenols, which help protect the skin from damage caused by oxidative stress and sunlight, among other things.  Helps smooth and balance the skin.

According to experts, black tea also has skin cleansing properties that flush out contaminants that cause impurities. Black tea is also rich in tannins, which astringent properties help to tighten the skin.

We use Ecocert Cosmos eco-certified organic black tea in our products.

Product The Cream & The Duo

Question 4

Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride*

Accepted Answer

An emollient derived from vegetable glycerin and coconut oil that preserves the composition and preserves the ingredients of the cream.  We use Ecocert Cosmos eco-certified caprylic triglyceride in our products.

Product: The Cream & The Duo

Question 5

Cetearyl Alcohol"

Accepted Answer

Cetearyl Alcohol is not a typical alcohol such as Ethanol or Ethyl Alcohol, but a waxy plant-derived substance that improves the structure of a cosmetic product. Cetearyl Alcohol also forms a gentle, thin protective layer on the surface of the skin which minimizes the evaporation of moisture from the skin.

We use Ecocert COSMOS eco-crtified cetearyl alcohol in our products.

Product: The Cream & The Duo

Question 6

Decyl Cocoate

Accepted Answer

An emollient, naturally derived from ie. Coconut.

We use Ecocert Cosmos eco-Certified decyl cocoate in our products.

Product: The Oil & The Duo

Question 7

Dicapryl Carbonate

Accepted Answer

Dicaprylyl Carbonate is a fast-spreading, skin-softening natural ingredient that improves the feel of the product on the skin while smoothing the skin.

We use Ecocert COSMOS eco-certified Dicaprylyl Carbonate suitable for vegans in our products.

Product:  The Cream & The Duo

Question 8

Glycolipids"

Accepted Answer

An emollient and emulsifying ingredient of plant origin that affects the moisturization of the skin. We use Ecocert Cosmos Eco-Certified Glycolipids in our products.

Product: The Cream & The Duo

Question 9

Glycosphingolipids"

Accepted Answer

A natural ingredient made up of Ceramides and Sugar molecules that behave like skin's natural lipids (fats).

Studies show that Glycosphingolipids specifically benefit dry and damaged skin, visibility affecting the function of the skin's moisture channels while limiting dehydration, exfoliation and sensitization.

Nice to know: Ceramides are said to be responsible for forming approximately 50% of the epidermal layer of the skin.

Product: The Cream & The Duo

Question 10

Glycerin"

Accepted Answer

Glycerin, or Glycerol, is a natural skin moisturizer derived from vegetable oils. Glycerin is rich in water-binding properties, and called a “hygroscopic” ingredient. Studies show thatGlycerin mimics the skin's natural moisture factor (NMF), making it suitable for all skin types and all ages. It helps to protect the skin from external stimuli while promoting the absorption of other substances into the skin.

We use Ecocert Cosmos Eco-Certified Glycerin in our products.

Product: The Cream & The Duo

Question 11

Glyceryl Stearate Citrate"

Accepted Answer

This is an emulsifier of natural origin, made from vegetable oils and citric acid.

Product: The Cream

Question 12

Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seed Oil"

Accepted Answer

Sunflower oil is a lightweight feeling natural oil that is easy to apply and spreads well. It has soothing properties on the skin.  Contains also Vitamin E known as skin vitamin.

We use Ecocert COSMOS eco-certified organic cold pressed sunflower oil in our products.

Tuote: The Oil

Question 13

Hippophae Rhamnoides (Sea Buckthorn) Fruit Extract and Oil*

Accepted Answer

Thanks to its Antioxidant properties, Sea Buckthorn Extract protects the skin against environmental stressors. It also helps to strengthen the skin, control inflammation and wound healing thanks to its Carotenoids, or vitamin A precursors. Carotenoids are known to be great for skin care even before and after the sun season.

We use Ecocert COSMOS eco-certified Organic Sea Buckthorn extract and oil in our products.

Product: The Cream & The Oil & The Duo

Question 14

Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid"

Accepted Answer

Hyaluronic acid is an essential component of skin tissue. Skin aging is often said to result from the loss of moisture from the skin with aging. Therefore, it is good to add hyaluronic acid to skin care products.

Hydrolyzed hyaluronic acid is a moisturizing ingredient that has been treated to be better absorbed than conventional hyaluronic acid. It promotes skin elasticity, helps to increase skin moisture and gives an immediate so-called skin smoothing effect.

We use Ecocert COSMOS eco-certified hydrolyzed hyaluronic acid in our products.
 
Tuote: The Cream  & The Duo

Question 15

Jojoba Oil, Simmondsia Chinensis (Jojoba) Seed Oil"

Accepted Answer

Jojoba is one of the most valuable oils in cosmetics because of its moisturizing and penetrating properties. It is more like a wax, and is markedly similar to the structure of human sebum.  As a result, Jojoba can be quickly absorbed into the skin, moisturizing it and facilitating the absorption of active ingredients.

We use Ecocert COSMOS -eco-certified jojoba oil in our products.

Product: The Cream, The Oil & The Duo

Question 16

Palmitic Acid"

Accepted Answer

A natural fatty acid made from vegetable oils, Palmitic Acid is an emollient. It prevents the evaporation of moisture by forming a light protective layer on the skin, which also prevents bacteria from harming the skin. It is also used in cosmetics to create a smoother texture.

We use Ecocert COSMOS eco-certified palmitic acid in our products.

Product: The Cream & The Duo

Question 17

Pentylene Glycol"

Accepted Answer

We use Pentylene Glycol from Sugar Beets and Corn as a stabilizer and solvent for our formulations. It also moisturizes and leaves a pleasant feeling on the skin.

We use Ecocert COSMOS eco-certified pentylene glycol. 
Product: The Cream & The Duo

Question 18

Potassium Hydroxide"

Accepted Answer

Regulates the pH of the product.

We use Ecocert Cosmos Eco-Certified Potassium Hydroxide in our products.

Product: The Cream & The Duo

Question 19

Sodium Phytate"

Accepted Answer

A stabilizer that helps to keep the composition as homogeneous and balanced as possible throughout the life of the product.

We use Ecocert Cosmos Eco-Certified Sodium Phytate in our products.

Product:: The Cream & The Duo

Question 20

Sodium Hyaluronate"

Accepted Answer

This ingredient works like Hyaluronic Acid,  but is smaller in molecular weight and better resistant to oxidation. It attracts moisture and transports it to the skin, helps reduce dryness and flaking, and increases skin moisture. It also helps improve skin elasticity while leaving skin feeling smooth.

We use Ecocert Cosmos-grade Sodium Hyaluronate in our products.

Product: The Cream & The Duo

Question 21

Sodium PCA"

Accepted Answer

A very effective skin moisturizer that also occurs naturally in the skin. It works to attract moisture from the surrounding air and locks it into the upper layer of the skin, leaving it visibly hydrated. PCA comes from the words Pyrrolidone Carboxylic Acid. 
We use Ecocert Cosmos Eco-Certified Sodium PCA.

Product: The Cream & The Duo

Question 22

Stearic Acid"

Accepted Answer

This is a softening ingredient from Coconut. It works as an emulsifier, preventing moisture evaporation and helping to strengthen the skin's natural protective hydrolipid film.

We use Ecocert COSMOS eco-certified stearic acid our products.

Product: The Cream & The Duo

Question 23

Tocopherol" aka Vitamin E

Accepted Answer

Natural Vitamin E obtained from soybeans, Tocopherol is one of the most important Antioxidants and free radical scavengers. It helps promote the skin's ability to absorb water, heal and regenerate.

We use Ecocert COSMOS eco-certfieid vitamin E in our products.

Product: The Cream & The Duo

Question 24

Vanillin"

Accepted Answer

A naturally-derived, very soft scent ingredient that helps keep our products fresh throughout their life without the need to add perfumes containing multiple fragrance ingredients. It has some well studied aromatherapeutic properties, showing that the smell of Vanillin increases the amount of pleasure-regulating neurotransmitters Dopamine and Serotonin that help reduce stress and anxiety. Due to its natural matter, the fragrance of Vanillin does not last as long as synthetic fragrances.

We use natural Ecocert COSMOS eco-certified bio-produced vanillin in our products. 
Product: The Cream, The Oil & The Duo

Question 25

Vaccinium Myrtillus (Bilberry aka Nordic Blueberry) Fruit Extract"

Accepted Answer

Finnish wild blueberries aka Bilberries contain numerous antioxidants, e.g. compounds called anthocyanosides which have particularly good antioxidant properties. They help prevent or even reverse damage to cells caused by the oxidation of free radicals by maintaining normal blood circulation in the fine capillaries that nourish the tissues of the body.

Other vitamins contained in the bilberry extract include Vitamin C, quercetin and resveratrol.  Bilberry Extract helps prevent skin degradation processes and soothes the skin.

Product The Cream, The Oil & The Duo
The Blue is 100% Organic wild Biliberry aka Finnish blueberry powder.

Question 26

Vaccinium Myrtillus (Bilberry aka Nordic blueberry) Seed Oil"

Accepted Answer

Northern bilberry oil is rich in fatty acids and plant nutrients that are important for the skin. Among other things, compounds called anthocyanosides, which are exceptionally effective antioxidants and thus help prevent and repair damage caused by free oxygen radicals. The high tannin content helps to balance and tighten the skin.

An excellent ingredient for all skin types that helps soothe inflammation. The bilberry resveratrol it contains helps to soften the lines caused by both age and drought and makes the skin look smoother. Soothing ingredient for sensitive skin.

We use Ecocert Cosmos eco-certified organic, cold-pressed bilberry seed oil.

Product The Cream, The Oil & The Duo
The Blue is 100% Organic wild Biliberry aka Finnish blueberry.

Question 27

Xanthan Gum"

Accepted Answer

A filler obtained from Glucose and Sucrose (sugars). It helps keep the composition stable, from pH to shelf-life.

We use Ecocert Cosmos Eco-Certified Xanthan Gum in our products.

Product: The Cream & The Duo