Skin School
If you know skincare, you may find that sodium hyaluronate sounds familiar, this is due to the fact it is the sodium cousin of the very popular skincare ingredient, Hyaluronic acid. Technically speaking they both have the same make-up, with large molecules and humectant properties, making them gentle, yet immensely hydrating for the skin.
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You already know what saccharomyces cerevisiae extract is, and chances are you have some in your kitchen cupboard. The more common name being baker’s yeast and much like all yeast extracts can deliver impressive hydrating results for the skin and improve the overall conditioning of the skin.
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Polyglutamic acid is a water-soluble peptide that is derived from fermented soybeans. It is highly praised for its versatility and is often considered by skincare experts that polyglutamic acid contains more moisturising content than the well know humectant hyaluronic acid by deliver impressive results in the skin’s production of collagen and elastin a boost in hydration and the face restoring volume and bounce.
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Opuntia Ficus-Indica is more commonly known as the prickly pear, a fruit that is native to Mexico and regularly found in food, jams, drinks and preservatives. There is little research about opuntia ficus-indica extract and the sort of skincare benefits you can see when formulated into cosmetics and beauty products.
Imperata Cylindrica Root Extract is a water-based plant that is praised for its delivery of long-lasting moisturising effects it has on the skin. This is due to a composition of chemicals such as, 3-dimethlsulfoniopropionate, potassium, sugars and starch, all of which contribute to this ingredient’s ability for pulling in water from the surrounding area of the skin and locking in hydration.
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