SYSTÈME DERMATOLOGIQUE
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Ingredients

As its central ingredient, FORMULE β~GHFx is the base of SYSTÈME DERMATOLOGIQUE. Other, specific ingredients, that respond to special skin problems, supplement the individual products.

 

The concentration of the ingredients has been defined so that they can take their full effect, not only in an ideal form, but also in the shortest time – for results that can be instantly seen and felt.

n spite of their exceptional efficiency, the products and ingredients are also outstandingly well tolerated by sensitive skin. To avoid giving the skin “too much” care, no more than 15 selected active ingredients are contained in each of the care system’s building blocks. Parabens, paraffins and colourings have been completely omitted from it, fragrances to a large extent.

Glossary of ingredients for SYSTÈME DERMATOLOGIQUE

AHA complex

Description

Natural plant extracts: bilberry, sugar cane, sugar maple, orange, lemon, with natural AHAs: lactic, glycolic, citric, malic and tartaric acid

Function

Gives the skin freshness, a healthy appearance due to the renewal of cells, and more radiance; clinical studies confirmed the effect of an increase in the cell renewal rate

Detailed effects of the AHAs:

  • Keratolytic: the skin looks fresher, smoother and more youthful
  • Lactic acid is an efficient moisturiser
  • Studies show that the synthesis of glycosaminoglycan (GAG) is stimulated
  • Glycolic acid has the highest keratolytic effect of the AHAs; it is responsible for instant smoothing and softening
  • Citric acid stimulates the synthesis of collagen
  • Tartaric acid and malic acid increase the skin’s elasticity

Contained in product

D2-2 MEDIUM-STRENGTH PEELING
D2-3 INTENSE PEELING

Allantoin

Function

Refines the skin’s structure; soothes and smooths the skin over a prolonged

period, and prevents moisture loss.

Contained in product

D3 MOISTURISING GEL
D5-2 SCHISANDRA SERUM
D5-4 ALPHA-ARBUTIN SERUM

Alginate

Description

A gelatine-type substance Produced by marine algae

Function

Protects against external influences

Contained in product

D4-3 COLLAGEN POWDER

Alpha-arbutin

Function

Blocks the melanin biosynthesis by inhibiting enzymatic oxidation; this results in a lightening of the skin and a reduction in liver spots, and weakens the tanning effect after exposure to UV rays.

Contained in product

D5-4 ALPHA-ARBUTIN SERUM

Apricot seed oil

Description

A superior plant oil from the seed of the apricot; contains unsaturated fatty acids

Function

Has a high vitamin E and A content; is absorbed quickly; makes the skin soft and supple, and gives it lustre; helps to store moisture, which is particularly important for dry skin.

Contained in product

D7-2 RICH FACIAL CREAM

Argan oil

Description

From the fruit of the argan tree that grows in southern Morocco; rich in polyunsaturated fatty acids and natural tocopherols

Function

Offers excellent protection against free radicals, and has a preventive antiageing

effect; argan oil regenerates and protects and makes the skin feel

pleasantly soft; is nourishing for dry skin; also for skin that tends to be sensitive,

as it strengthens the skin’s barrier; is absorbed quickly; also acts as a

sebum regulator for oily skin

Contained in product

D5-3 PEPTIDE SERUM

Babassu oil

Description

From Brazil; contains fatty acid glycerides, and saturated and unsaturated fatty acids; has a high lauric and myristic acid content

Function

A very good active-ingredient carrier; makes the skin soft and feel pleasant, without leaving an oily shine; has a high care effect

Contained in product

D7-2 RICH FACIAL CREAM

Bentonite

Description

Mineral clay from volcanic ash, named after the first place it was discovered: near Fort Benton, Wyoming (USA)

Function

Acts like a sponge, absorbing and binding many times its own weight in foreign substances and sebum; intensely cleansing.

Contained in product

D4-1 GREY MASK

Calcium/amino acid complex

Function

Restructures and strengthens thin and sensitive skin; restores the natural regulation of the epidermis and its most important functions: skin density, firmness and elasticity increase once more, and the skin becomes smoother; the complex has a balancing effect on the exchange of substances between the skin cells and helps to increase their survivability; calcium and amino acids complement each other ideally in their effect

Contained in product

D8 CRÈME SPÉCIFIQUE COU

Collagen

Description

A structural protein of the extracellular matrix of the epidermis; can bind many times its own weight in water

Function

Forms a protective film on the skin, counteracts wrinkles and provides a high degree of moisture.

Contained in product

D4-3 COLLAGEN POWDER

Dipotassium glycyrrhizate

Function

Soothes the skin and counteracts irritation

Contained in product

D4-2 WHITE MASK
D5-4 ALPHA-ARBUTIN SERUM
D8 CRÈME SPÉCIFIQUE COU

Enzyme complex

Description

An active substance that consists of enzymes of botanical and biotechnological origin

Function

Has a mild keratolytic effect; removes superfluous corneous cells and speeds up the cell renewal rate of the epidermis; this results in improved hydration of the corneous layer

Contained in product

D2-1 GENTLE PEELING

Fruit enzyme complex

Description

From pineapple (bromelain enzyme), papaya (papain enzyme) and fig

Function

Due to its skin-regenerating properties from the activity of the enzymes combined with the effect of the natural fruit acids, vitamins and minerals, the complex is especially suitable for anti-ageing products.

Contained in product

D2-2 MEDIUM-STRENGTH PEELING
D2-3 INTENSE PEELING

Glaucine

Function

Reduces a double chin and improves the neck contours; is multifunctional and stimulates the breakdown of fat; at the same time, the formation of new fat cells is counteracted; influences the bioenergetic processes of the fat cells and their precursors, therefore counteracting the formation of a double chin; the thickness and volume of the fat deposits are reduced

Contained in product

D8 CRÈME SPÉCIFIQUE COU

Glycolic acid

Description

A fruit acid (AHA) obtained from sugar cane, amongst other things

Function

Its light molecular weight gives it excellent intercellular penetration properties;

it is regarded as a true keratolytic substance; it also inhibits the cohesion

of the corneocytes in the deeper layers of the skin.

In addition, by increasing glycosaminoglycan (GAG) levels, glycolic acid

improves the moisture content of the skin, making it fuller and more elastic

Inhibits free radicals in the same way as ascorbic acid.

Contained in product

D2-3 INTENSE PEELING

Inca inchi oil

Description

Obtained from the seeds of a plant from the Peruvian Amazon region; the seeds have a high omega-3 and omega-6 fatty acid content

  • Has an exceptionally high unsaturated fatty acid content (> 90 %)
  • Contains > 75 % of omega-3 and omega-6 fatty acids
  • Contains oleic acid
  • Rich in natural antioxidants

Function

External influences and factors, such as age and stress, can be responsible for a deficiency of these fatty acids in the skin, and therefore lead to a loss of elasticity and the appearance of wrinkles; inca inchi oil can counterbalance this deficiency; it also has an antioxidant effect, thereby protecting the collagen and elastin fibres

Contained in product

D5-2 SCHISANDRA SERUM
D7-1 LIGHT FACIAL CREAM
D7-2 RICH FACIAL CREAM

Kaolin

Description

A natural, white clay, named after the first place it was discovered: Gaoling (China)

Function

Has an absorbent and cleansing effect on the skin.

Contained in product

D4-1 GREY MASK
D4-2 WHITE MASK

Kieselguhr

Description

A finely-grained, white powder from the shells of fossilised diatoms (algae) which are rich in silicic acid

Function

Has considerable absorbent properties.

Contained in product

D4-3 COLLAGEN POWDER

L-arginine

Description

  • An amino acid
  • A component of the NMF (natural moisturising factor)

Function

Improves the moisture and suppleness of the skin; has a considerable skinsoothing

effect.

Contained in product

D1 DOUBLE EFFECT FACE AND EYE CLEANSER
D3 MOISTURISING GEL
D6 EYE GEL-CREAM

Lipid/sterol complex

Description

Based on purely natural lipids; contains sterols and canola glycerides

Function

Natural sterols (= lipid escort substances) have potential membrane-stabilising properties and can fill cholesterol gaps in the cell membranes (cholesterol is an important constituent of the cell membranes); it also has considerable skin-soothing properties

Contained in product

D6 EYE GEL-CREAM
D8 CRÈME SPÉCIFIQUE COU

Liquorice root extract

Function

Soothes the skin and counteracts irritation.

Contained in product

D3 MOISTURISING GEL

Malachite

Description

A semi-precious stone

Function

A holistic stress filter for all skins; this ingredient is adapted to the pH value of the skin to guarantee optimum tolerability; the lagoon-blue extract is a source of minerals for the epidermis; offers antioxidant protection for the skin cells;

acts against free radicals

Contained in product

D3 MOISTURISING GEL

Mango butter

Description

From mango kernels

Function

Lipid-restoring, protective, and provides care; makes the skin exceptionally

soft and maintains its moisture.

Contained in product

D7-2 RICH FACIAL CREAM

Microsilver

Description

Pure, micro-fine silver; microsilver gives the product its grey colour

Function

Has a strong antimicrobial effect – even in very small quantities – by blocking the energy metabolism of bacteria, and therefore helps blemished skin; extremely skin-soothing and counterbalances irritation; improves the skin’s appearance; weakened, stressed and rough skin becomes fine and supple again.

Contained in product

D4-1 GREY MASK
D5-1 MICROSILVER SERUM

Mineral clay

Description

Magnesium aluminium silicate

Function

Acts like a sponge; absorbs and binds many times its own weight in foreign substances and impurities which means it has an intensive cleansing effect on the skin.

Contained in product

D4-2 WHITE MASK

Panthenol

Description

Pro-Vitamin B5

Function

Improves and increases the skin’s ability to retain moisture; very skin-soothing; counteracts irritation

Contained in product

D1 DOUBLE EFFECT FACE AND EYE CLEANSER
D7-2 RICH FACIAL CREAM

Peony/lotus/jojoba oil complex

Description

Contains quercetin glucosides, amino acids and sterols

Function

Has various effects on the skin; antibacterial, soothing and firming; reduces redness and irritation; improves elasticity and suppleness; controls the skin’s moisture levels; makes the skin smooth and reduces dryness; has antioxidant properties, blocks free radicals and thus helps to protect the skin cells and their DNA; strengthens the cell membranes

Contained in product

D8 CRÈME SPÉCIFIQUE COU

Peptides

Function

Neurotransmitters in natural repair processes of the skin; the peptides complement one another in repairing skin damage caused by age Activate new synthesis of the extracellular matrix, so ensuring a visible antiwrinkle effect, and an improvement in the skin’s elasticity and tone.

Contained in product

D6 EYE GEL-CREAM
D8 CRÈME SPÉCIFIQUE COU

Pullulan

Description

A natural polysaccharide

Function

Has an excellent instant and noticeable skin-firming effect; maintains the skin’s moisture, improves the appearance of the skin and strengthens the skin’s barrier

Contained in product

D8 CRÈME SPÉCIFIQUE COU

Schisandra fruit extract

Function

Extremely toning, extremely skin-soothing, and counteracts irritation; ideal for stressed and irritated skin.

Contained in product

D5-1 MICROSILVER SERUM
D5-2 SCHISANDRA SERUM
D7-1 LIGHT FACIAL CREAM

Shea butter

Description

Oil from the nut of the shea tree (butyrospermum parkii)

Function

Gives the skin a long-lasting pleasant feeling and makes it soft and supple Contains valuable lipids, fatty acids and vitamins; soothes the skin, makes it supple for a prolonged period, and firms it.

Contained in product

D7-2 RICH FACIAL CREAM

Sodium PCA

Description

One of the strongest and most efficient moistureretaining substances in skin care; a component of the NMF (natural moisturising factor) in the human skin

Function

Protects the skin against dehydration, provides moisture and maintains the skin’s healthy, fresh appearance.

Contained in product

D6 EYE GEL-CREAM

Tripeptide

Description

A peptide which has the effect of a polypeptide occurring in the venom of the temple viper

Function

Reduces muscle contractions gently and relaxes the skin, thus smoothing expression lines and delaying the formation of new ones.

Contained in product

D7-2 RICH FACIAL CREAM

Tripeptide/tetrapeptide complex

Description

An anti-ageing peptide consisting of a tripeptide (a triple peptide) and a tetrapeptide (a quadruple peptide); rated as excellent in clinical studies

Function

Strengthens the connecting area between the dermis and epidermis; this decreases in density with increasing age and leads to reduced skin firmness and increased wrinkles

This is where the tripeptide/tetrapeptide complex comes into the picture; it improves the skin’s structure, firmness and functions, and promotes communication between the individual layers of skin; the result is improved cell cohesion and organisation; the skin regains elasticity and looks more youthful.

Contained in product

D5-3 PEPTIDE SERUM

UVA and UVB filters

Function

The sun and light protection effect is based on the use of light protection substances (= light protection filters). These are substances which can delay, reduce or prevent the negative results of dermal exposure to UV radiation.

Contained in product

D7 PROTECTION SOLAIRE SPF 20

Vitamin E

Description

Tocopherylacetate

Function

Is converted to its real active form, free vitamin E (tocopherol), in the skin; protects against oxidative damage to the skin and therefore premature skin ageing by blocking free radicals; improves the corneous layer’s ability to bind water and reduces water loss in the skin; smooths the skin’s texture.

Contained in product

D4-1 GREY MASK
D7-2 RICH FACIAL CREAM
D8 CRÈME SPÉCIFIQUE COU

Zinc oxide

Function

Soothes irritated skin.

Contained in product

D4-1 GREY MASK
D4-2 WHITE MASK

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