Oligo hyaluronic acid
By now, everyone knows that there are different types of hyaluronic acid-like oligo hyaluronic acid or “normal” sodium hyaluronate. There is, for example, the high-molecular hyaluronic acid, which, with its high molecular mass of 1,500 kilodaltons and more, can penetrate only poorly into deeper skin layers and instead covers the skin like a film. Although…
Oligopeptides
Peptides or oligopeptides are the body’s own protein building blocks that give our cells the signal to regenerate the skin, but also fulfil other functions in the human body. Peptides are characterised by the linkage of 2 or more amino acids, which are usually present as linear, occasionally also ring-shaped chain molecules. Amino acids are…
Optimal cleansing
Make-up, sweat, sebum and dirt particles: Our facial skin inevitably accumulates a lot of dirt. Optimal cleansing ensures that it can breathe freely again and that the skin’s natural acid mantle remains in balance. But what actually constitutes optimal cleansing and what do consumers attach particular importance to? On the one hand, the products should…
Own brand – the advantages
Your own brand as cosmetic brand gives you at least 5 competitive advantages. Your own cosmetics brand not only makes you proud and happy, but also offers you a variety of additional benefits. Here you will learn how you can strengthen your position in the market with your own brand. 1. Increase brand awareness Your…
PAHS
PAH is the abbreviation for polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons. These are organic compounds consisting of two to seven rings of carbon and hydrogen atoms. At room temperature, these PAHs (polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons) are solid; they bind very strongly to dust, soot, or soil particles. The exact properties of the different types always depend on the respective…
Paradise nut oil
Paradise nut oil can be obtained from the nuts of the paradise nut trees. This tree, which grow up to 40 metres high and belong to the Lecythidaceae family (potted fruit trees), grow in northern South America. There are a total of 26 different species of Lecythis. The robust wood is often used for railway…
Passion fruit oil
Although the two terms passion fruit and maracuja are often used interchangeably, they are actually two different fruits. Although they are related, they are different in appearance and flavour. Of the 20 or so edible passion fruit species, the purple passion fruit (Passiflora edulis forma edulis) and the maracujapassion fruit (Passiflora edulis forma flavicarpa), also…
Patauá oil
Pedicure
Nowadays, well pedicured feet and chic shoes are important components of a perfect appearance. However, many people attach more importance to fashion trends than to comfort. If shoes are too tight, cause pressure points or the inner lining rubs, unpleasant blisters can develop, which can lead to corns in the long term. The body reacts…
Pentylene glycol
Pentylene glycol is an antimicrobial, chemically or naturally produced humectant that has been listed in the German Drug Codex® since 2009. However, it is not only approved in Germany, but now also worldwide as a cosmetic active ingredient. Originally, it was based on the unripe juice of sugar beets, but synthetic production is now standard.…