When botanical extracts and technology come together, we are undoubtedly looking at a combination that nourishes the skin with functional ingredients that are both effective and safe. Currently, some innovative raw material companies are shaking up the industry, launching new ingredients that are the epitome of gentle power, delicate on the skin yet high-performing.
Early last year, I stumbled upon a new mallow concentrate that caught my attention for numerous reasons, including scientific studies, purity level, and the quantity of active compounds, among others. I haven't been this excited in a long time, so I started studying new ways to incorporate it into the range. I believed the greatest benefit would be to add it to the Ultra Revitalising Elixir. This way, it works in synergy with the rest of the ingredients by enhancing its soothing capacity and its ability to retain the right degree of moisture.
The truth is, I couldn't be more satisfied with the final result, but what changes have I made and how will they improve your beauty routine? First, I replaced the total amount of purified water with mallow flower extract, which means a higher dose of polysaccharides (sugars) that will ensure continuous hydration and provide additional relief to irritated or redness-prone skin. I also added niacinamide, in the purest version on the market, as it has the lowest concentration of nicotinic acid, thus minimizing the unpleasant burning sensation typical of high doses of niacinamide. With this addition, expect a visible increase in elasticity and a reduction in the incidence of acne. It also rebalances uneven skin tone, offers antioxidant protection, and strengthens the skin's barrier function. It works really well when combined with another ingredient, "saccharide hydrolysate," which is a luxurious extract that I already use in this formula and is naturally derived from schisandra berries. The final modification has been an additional amount of sodium PCA, which is a key element of the Natural Moisturizing Factor (NMF).
I believe that healthy skin is a combination of the right degree of hydration, elasticity, and pH.
I hope you enjoy it as much as I do,
