With acne rates among young people in the UK one of the highest globally (according to a recent study by the British Journal of Dermatology), it's no surprise that searches for acne solutions on are also on the rise.
Here's our top pick of ingredients to help cosmetic formulators create effective solutions and acne treatments....
Banish Bacteria
- Evicare® Magnolia: an oil soluble and pH independent active, is an effective ingredient against skin pathogens, such as the organisms responsible for acne.
- AlphaComplete® face: A natural bactericidal active to combat acne-causing bacteria.
- Bioctive Totarol™: this highly potent anti-oxidant and antibacterial ingredient is a powerhouse when it comes to fighting bacteria.
- Cytofruit® Waters Lemon - offers natural anti-bacterial and astringent properties, whilst refreshing the skin.
Ingredients to Fight Inflammation
Introducing the latest Inflammaging complex. Combining a synergy of Cellular Extracts to fight both internal and external initiators of inflammation.
Get your skin whiter than Snow White’s by reducing inflammation using this active derived from the white flowers of Prunus domestica.
A calming plant sterol to reduce skin redness and reduce water loss by forming a protective barrier on the skin.
Say Bye Bye to Blackheads
One of our favourite solutions to help control excess sebum is the avocado-based blackhead buster, 5α-Avocuta™ T.
Sustainably sourced using a green chemistry process, this active is effective on both scalp and skin.
Or you might want to try one of our other solutions:
Keratolytic Agents
- JADE ALGA™: An alga that has “Shape Memory technology” but also provides soft enzymatic and BHA for skin radiance.
- Evicare® Wintergreen: A natural way to exfoliate your skin sourced from the wintergreen shrub.
- Vegan CDS Glycolic: Glycolic acid in liposomal form to reduce irritation.
- PEARL ALGA™: not only shrinks the size of pores but also decreases pore numbers.
- APIBREEZE™: a 100% natural active ingredient that offers a mild skin renewal.
Acne Treatments
Azelaic acid, together with the popular plant extracts Chamomile, Sage and Nasturtium, create a holistic approach to clearer healthier skin.
A bunch of amazing flowers that help get oily skin under control leaving a smooth, radiant and pure complexion.