With spring, good weather arrives, fields fill with the color of flowers, but our skin doesn't always celebrate it the same way. Do you notice your face is more reactive or sensitive lately? It's no coincidence: increased light, capricious wind, and changes in humidity put your skin barrier to the test.
At Twelve Beauty, under the scientific eye of Pedro Catalá, we select the most resilient flowers and botanical ingredients so your skin can bloom stress-free, maintaining its natural balance.
From flower to your skin: The rebirth of your spring routine
Do you notice your skin is "talking" more than usual?
With the arrival of spring, the world awakens with more light and landscapes full of color. But while nature celebrates, our skin usually protests. Increased sun exposure, sudden temperature changes, and environmental pollen make it more sensitive, reactive, and thirsty.
At Twelve Beauty, we believe there is no better guide than nature itself to overcome this cycle. That's why we select flower extracts to soothe and strengthen your face.
What really happens to your skin in spring?
It's not you, it's the environment. These are the three battles your skin is fighting right now:
- The environmental carousel: Sudden changes in humidity and wind unbalance your natural barrier, making your skin feel uncomfortable and tight.
- The awakening of the Sun: More daylight hours mean a greater impact of radiation, which accelerates oxidative stress and directly affects the quality of your complexion.
- Barrier on red alert: External factors compromise your natural protective capacity. Now, more than ever, you need ingredients that act as a protective shield.
The flowers your skin needs this spring
At Twelve Beauty, we turn to botany to support skin during these times of change. Some flower extracts stand out especially for their ability to soothe, protect, and strengthen sensitive skin.
Imperatoria: our alpine secret
Imagine a plant capable of withstanding the freezing climate and extreme radiation of the Alpine peaks. That's Imperatoria (Peucedanum ostruthium), the true "master of restoration" we've brought to you. The extract of these flowers works as:
- Intensive repair: Imperatoria is ideal for repairing skin damage, promoting re-epithelialization. In other words, it effectively heals alterations or micro-cuts that the icy wind or a close shave can leave on your skin.
- Antioxidant protection: Thanks to its flavonoids and phenolic compounds, it acts as a powerful antioxidant that helps you resist environmental changes.
- Calming and balancing action: Its gentle astringent and hydrating effect makes it the perfect ally for skin that needs to regain its inner peace and balance.
Find all the reparative power of Imperatoria in our Purifying Cleansing Beauty Cream, where daily cleansing becomes a rescue treatment that never compromises your skin barrier.
Butterfly bush: natural photoprotection
Buddleja davidii, known as the "butterfly bush" for its fragrant flowers, is a plant of enormous interest thanks to its protective profile. Among its many benefits:
- Smart shield: It stands out for offering real protection against UV rays, neutralizing damage before it occurs.
- Cellular regeneration: Its stem cells promote deep skin renewal.
- "Fresh" skin effect: It is perfect for sun-exposed skin showing the first signs of aging, maintaining vitality and structural quality.
Buddleja extract is one of the main ingredients in Nutritive Repair Emulsion, an emulsion designed to comfort the skin when it needs extra support.
Mallow: the embrace your skin appreciates
Since Ancient Greece, Mallow (Malva sylvestris) has been the secret to calming skin. The appeal of these flower extracts lies in their ability to address multiple skin needs with a single ingredient:
- Deep hydration: Its high mucilage content retains water in your skin like a magnet, preventing moisture from escaping.
- Instant calm: It is a formidable opponent against inflammation and discomfort from seasonal changes.
Find it in Rapid Eye Treatment, where it combines with botanical peptides to strengthen the most delicate area of your face.
Artemisia, the ultimate antioxidant power
Artemisia is one of the most versatile and studied flower genera in plant cosmetics, appreciated for its remarkable antioxidant capacity.
- Natural alternative to vitamin C: 1 ml of this extract is equivalent to the antioxidant capacity of 14 µg of pure vitamin C.
- Anti-aging shield: Its richness in bioactive compounds helps neutralize free radicals, responsible for skin aging.
Artemisia extract is one of the key ingredients in Ideal Moisture Level Serum, where it helps strengthen the barrier function even in the most reactive skin types.
Willowherb: the filter for combination and oily skin
This alpine flower extract is currently the star ingredient in natural cosmetics. However, at Twelve Beauty, we are proud to have been pioneers in introducing it into our formulas over 20 years ago. Its functions include:
- Balancing purification: Helps cleanse the skin from environmental impurities.
- Shine control: Helps mattify persistent shine and visibly minimize the appearance of pores.
- Support for acne-prone skin: Promotes balance in acne-prone skin without compromising its comfort.
In the words of Pedro Catalá, formulator at Twelve Beauty:
“It’s a huge challenge to describe how much willowherb extract can do for your skin. From its ability to reduce the 5-alpha-reductase enzyme to the unusual and high content of oenothein. The latest studies based on improving the microbiome and the natural shield it forms against ‘zombie’ skin cells make it one of the most utilized plants. Its petals, leaves, and stems are maximized to keep skin healthier for longer. It is, without a doubt, one of my favorites.”
Therefore, it is no coincidence that it is the main ingredient in our Ideal Rebalancing Level Serum.