Active ingredients

The dihydroxyacetone or DHA is a sugar that provides a tanned complexion to the skin without having to expose oneself to the sun. It is the main active ingredient in self-tanning products. It is generally combined with another sugar: erythrulose. Discover its mode of action for a natural tanned complexion, as well as the different products that contain it.

Obtained through biotechnology or synthetic means, dihydroxyacetone is a coloring agent found in certain hair care and self-tanning products. Here, you will find all the information you need to know about this molecule.

The DHA is currently the main active ingredient in self-tanning products, but it can also be found in some natural hair dyes. Chemically, it is a sugar, more specifically a carbohydrate monomer. Here are our tips for using this compound wisely.

Mixing skin care products and ingredients can be beneficial and increase their mutual benefits. However, it can also be deleterious, leading to all kinds of skin issues. Here are the skin care ingredients that really work together well. 

In skincare, vitamins are recognized as active ingredients that provide numerous benefits to the skin: reducing wrinkles, combating oxidative stress, soothing redness, and enhancing complexion glow... Discover the combinations of vitamins to prioritize in your routine to fully benefit from their effects.

Some cosmetic actives complement each other and act in synergy. Other combinations can irritate the skin or compromise effectiveness. Which actives should you avoid combining? Discover them in this article.

Extracted from the kernels of the argan tree, argan oil is rich in fatty acids and antioxidant compounds. It has been used for years by Berber populations for culinary and cosmetic purposes. It was introduced to Europe several decades ago. However, is it completely risk-free? Are there any side effects associated with its use on the skin or hair?

Often referred to as liquid gold, the argan vegetable oil (INCI: Argania Spinosa Kernel Oil) has numerous benefits for the skin and also for the hair. It is known for its softening and repairing properties.

Theargan oil is often referred to as "liquid gold" in Morocco, the leading producer and exporter of this plant-based ingredient. Here is an overview of its benefits and uses for the skin of the face and body.

Squalane is a biomimetic active ingredient recognized for reinforcing the skin barrier and maintaining skin hydration. But its benefits can be amplified when combined with other targeted ingredients. What are the most effective combinations? Discover interesting active-ingredient pairings with squalane.

Squalane is prized for the softness it imparts to the skin and its excellent tolerance, yet its origin often raises questions. What could its sources be? Let’s explore together the different production methods of squalane, from its extraction from shark liver to its production from plant-based sources.

Squalane is now included in many cosmetic formulations. Yet, even though it’s frequently described as “biocompatible,” some are questioning the possible risks posed by this ingredient. Is squalane an ingredient to avoid? That is the question we aim to address in this article.

Squalane is well known for its nourishing properties and excellent skin compatibility. But do you know how to use it to maximize its benefits? Topical application, hair treatments, and oral intake: here we explore all the ways to use squalane.

Squalane is a component of many skin and hair care products due to its excellent emollient and moisturizing properties. Find an expert's opinion on this ingredient, as well as your feedback on our products enriched with plant-derived squalane.

Squalane is a plant-based lipid derived from squalene, a substance naturally present in humans: human sebum contains about 15% squalene. Thus, it has an excellent affinity with the skin and is found in numerous skincare products.

Jojoba oil is derived from the cold pressing of seeds from the jojoba shrub, a plant native to the Mexican and Californian deserts. This vegetable oil is multifunctional. It can be used for both skin and hair applications.

Extracted through cold pressing from the oil-rich seeds of the jojoba plant, this vegetable oil is commonly used in skin and hair care. Gentle and well-tolerated, it provides hydration and prevents skin and hair aging due to its antioxidant action. It makes up two botanical blends that are night serums targeting a specific skin issue. Find our customers' reviews on these treatments based on jojoba vegetable oil.

Jojoba oil is a plant-based wax found in many skin and hair care products. It is particularly recommended for oily hair due to its sebum-regulating properties. And for dry hair, thanks to its emollient action.

Known by its INCI name "Simmondsia Chinensis seed oil", jojoba vegetable oil is extracted from the oil-rich seeds of the jojoba plant, traditionally grown in Central America. It is considered a vegetable wax, as it solidifies at low temperatures. Due to its properties of sebum regulation and rebalancing, it is a component of many skin and hair care products.

Traditionally extracted from the species Chondrus crispus (Irish moss), carrageenan is now predominantly derived from the species Kappaphycus alvarezii and Eucheuma denticulatum. This sulfated polysaccharide is generally used to thicken formulas and give them a gel-like consistency. However, it also has benefits for the skin. For instance, it is capable of stimulating the natural production of hyaluronic acid. Find out more about its extraction process here.

The tremella, botanically known as Tremella fuciformis, is an edible mushroom that grows in tropical and subtropical regions. From this jelly-like fungus, a natural hyaluronic acid of low molecular weight is extracted, capable of penetrating deeper into the skin. It thus possesses excellent moisturizing properties, detailed below.

Multifunctional, biodegradable, and non-toxic, polyglutamic acid is a promising biopolymer more common across food, skin care, and pharmaceutical industries. In skin care, this ingredient is noted for its water-binding capacity. This article provides key information on this ingredient.

Polyglutamic acid is a relatively recent active ingredient in skincare, extracted from the mucilage found in fermented soybeans. An increasing number of scientific studies are documenting its moisturizing power on the epidermis as well as its ability to soothe irritations and burns. What is its biological mode of action to maintain hydrated skin? Discover it here.

Derived from a traditional Japanese food made of fermented soybean seeds known as nattō, polyglutamic acid is used as a moisturizing agent in facial and body care. In this article, discover our advice on how to effectively incorporate this active ingredient into your routine.

Polyglutamic acid, also known by the acronym PGA, is a water-soluble peptide with a significant ability to retain water in the epidermis. Even though it is a relatively recent active ingredient in the cosmetic market, polyglutamic acid is included in the composition of various formulations, detailed in this article.