Glossary of active ingredients
A
Azelaic Acid
Dermatologically recognised active ingredient with antibacterial, keratolytic, spot-correcting, soothing, and anti-inflammatory properties.
It helps regulate sebum production, reduce the appearance of pores, correct blemishes, fade post-acne marks and brown spots, enhance skin radiance, and reduce redness.
Glycolic acid
Hydrates the skin and stimulates cell turnover.
Hyaluronic Acid
Helps improve the skins elasticity thanks to its powerful hydrating effect.
High molecular weight: provides optimal hydration by forming a non-occlusive protective film on the skins surface.
Kojic Acid
Considered a star ingredient for brown spots, it inhibits melanogenesisthe process behind melanin productionto help even out the complexion.
Lactic Acid
Gently exfoliates, accelerates cell turnover and improves active-ingredient penetration.
Salicylic Acid
A BHA that helps lift away the scales and build-up that suffocate the scalp.
Acid phosphatase activators (ACM exclusive patent)
Activate and accelerate the skins natural melanin breakdown process.
AH-Care
A slow-release AHA complex for gentle exfoliation with enhanced tolerance.
Allantoin
Reduces feelings of tightness and enhances skin comfort.
Antipollon
An adsorbing active that helps reduce excess melanin in the superficial layers of the skin for an immediate brightening effect.
Arbutin and Lupin extract
Work together to enhance the brightening effect on dark circles. Lupin extract also strengthens the skin barrier and boosts hydration.
Blend of organic and mineral filters
Provides very high UVA/UVB protection.
Peptide Blend (PAL-GQPR + PAL-GHK Lipopeptides)
Helps firm, restructure and smooth the skin while improving tone and elasticity around the eye contour.
Sea aster
A coastal botanical with anti-inflammatory and antioxidant actions. Strengthens the skin barrier and helps reduce redness.
B
Gentle cleansing base
Gently cleanses.
Shea butter
Nourishes, soothes and protects the skin from external aggressions.
Biotin (Vitamin B8)
Also known as Vitamin B8, biotin supports keratinisation and helps strengthen hair and nails, promoting the appearance of healthy hair.
It also regulates sebum production.
C
Capryloyl Glycine
Helps limit bacterial proliferation and purifies the skin.
Chlorhexidine digluconate
Cleanses the skin and helps control the skins microbiota to maintain healthy skin.
Chrysin and N-hydroxysuccinimide
Regulate melanin production and help reduce the pigmented appearance of dark circles.
Ciclopiroxolamine
This antifungal helps regulate the skin microbiota.
Beeswax and Squalane
Create a protective film on the nails to shield them from external aggressors and dehydration.
Antioxidant Complex (Ascorbyl glucoside + Natural vitamin E)
Helps limit oxidative stress caused by UV exposure and contributes to protecting the skin from premature ageing.
CeramidePhytosphingosine Complex
Provides essential components for lipid-cement synthesis in the epidermis. Actively repairs the skin barrier and boosts hydration.
Hydrating Complex (Glycerin + Xylitol + Propanediol + Hyaluronic acid + Squalane)
Improves hydration in the eye contour area and helps restore the hydrolipidic film for a stronger skin barrier.
S.M.A. Triple-Action Complex
Sebum-regulating, Mattifying, Antibacterial
- 5?? Avocuta: This active ingredient regulates sebum production and mattifies the skin.
- Capryloyl Glycine: Limits bacterial proliferation and purifies the skin.
- Zinc Gluconate: Reduces the appearance of enlarged pores and controls excess sebum.
RK Plant Complex
A blend of green tea leaves, sea buckthorn and olive leaves. With antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties, it protects the skin from external aggressions that trigger redness and helps reduce their appearance.
Stabilised Vitamin C + Vitamin E Complex
It neutralises free radicals, stimulates collagen synthesis, and slows melanin production.
X-CALM Complex
This complex provides immediate and long-lasting relief from itching:
- Stearyl Glycyrrhetinate: Soothes sensitive skin.
- Polidocanol: Inhibits itch receptors to provide lasting relief.
- Palmitamide MEA: Activates well-being receptors for sustained comfort.
- Menthol, Peppermint, and Menthyl Ethylamido Oxalate: Work together to deliver an intense, immediate cooling effect that helps reduce the urge to scratch.
Cystine + Methionine
Not synthesised by the body, these essential sulfur-containing amino acids Are vital for producing sulfur-rich proteins such as keratin, the hairs main structural protein.
D
D-Panthenol
Hydrates and enhances hair shine.
Vitamin C derivative
Blocks melanin synthesis and helps prevent hyperpigmentation with strong antioxidant activity.
DHA + Erythrulose
These two synergistic tanning agents deliver an even, natural-looking, deep colour with no harsh lines, lasting up to five days.
E
AHA esters
Accelerate cell renewal and help eliminate existing epidermal melanin.
Nettle Extract
Known for helping delay hair from becoming oily again.
Guar Gum Extract
Makes styling easier, adds volume and helps prevent static.
Patented Vegetable Extract
This patented melon extract is rich in catalase and SOD, helping to restore the physiological balance of free radicals and protect cells against oxidative stress, which is known to contribute to vitiligo. SOD is the most powerful primary antioxidant known, and its effectiveness is enhanced by the presence of catalase.
G
Zinc Gluconate
Reduces the appearance of enlarged pores and helps control excess sebum.
Glycerin
This humectant helps limit transepidermal water loss and maintain a good hydration level.
Glycerin and Urea
Excellent humectants with strong moisturising properties.
Glycerin and Xylitol
A synergistic duo of hydrating actives that maximises moisturization and soothes discomfort.
Glycerin, Xylitol, Propanediol
A blend of humectants that work together to enhance hydration and improve skin feel.
H
Hesperidin methyl chalcone and Peptides
Help reduce dark circles and improve microcirculation to decongest and diminish under-eye puffiness.
Sweet almond oil
Nourishing, soothing and softening, sweet almond oil is naturally rich in vitamins A and E, allowing it to deeply nourish the skin. Ideal for restoring nail flexibility, it also helps strengthen the nail.
Hemp seed oil (cannabis sativa)
Rich in essential fatty acids (omega-3, 6 and 9), hemp seed oil helps protect nails and hair, strengthens the hair fiber, and leaves hair soft and supple.
Sesame oil and Jojoba seed oil
Hydrating, protective, lipid-replenishing and nourishing oils that provide long-lasting moisture and comfort.
Sunflower oil and Soybean oil
Nourishing and regenerating. Sunflower oil, rich in vitamin E, acts as a natural emollient forming a protective film, while soybean oil hydrates, protects and helps maintain the skins natural moisture.
Immortelle essential oil and Arnica extract
Known for their soothing and decongesting properties, they help reduce the appearance of blue discoloration.
Cade essential oil
Helps regulate flaking and limit the recurrence of dandruff.
Peppermint essential oil
Soothes sensations of discomfort.
Ambrette and Cabreuva essential oils
Stimulate the hair bulb and promote hair growth.
Maca hydrolysate
Repairs the skin and improves suppleness.
I
Inulin
This prebiotic helps rebalance the skins microbiome to better protect the scalp.
L
Ammonium lactate and Urea
Work together to hydrate the hair fiber and repair dry hair.
Zinc lactate
Helps maintain the skin barriers functional integrity against daily aggressors.
M
Magnesium
Magnesium is known to help regulate cortisol (the stress hormone), thereby helping reduce stress and fatigue.
N
N-Hydroxysuccinimide and Chrysin
Support the elimination of pigments responsible for blue-toned dark circles (bilirubin and iron).
Niacinamide (Vitamin PP)
For the skin
It brightens the complexion by slowing the transfer of melanin to keratinocytes, and soothes the skin through its anti-inflammatory action.
For the scalp
It stimulates microcirculation in the scalp and has anti-inflammatory properties that help reduce itching.
NOVODENSYL
This complex of active ingredients acts on the three factors of chronic hair loss:
- Biotinyl-GHK improves anchorage of the hair follicle.
- Zinc and glycine strengthen the hair fiber.
- Larch polyphenols and green tea catechin promote hair growth with an innovative action on hair bulb stem cells.
- Oleanolic acid from olive trees and vitamin B6 slow hair loss and increase hair density while regulating sebum production.
- Grapefruit apigenin and vitamin PP (niacinamide) promote microcirculation
O
Sunflower oleodistillate
Rich in lipids, it reinforces the skin barrier.
Zinc oxide
It helps restore comfort to irritated, overheated skin thanks to its antiseptic and soothing properties.
P
Quinoa peptides
Help reduce transepidermal water loss and maintain optimal hydration. They support the skin barrier, restore moisture and have a soothing effect.
Phytosterol
This plant-based fatty substance absorbs moisture while allowing the skin to breathe.
Piroctone olamine
An antifungal active ingredient that helps prevent dandruff.
Pearl powder
Boosts the sun protection factor. It also contains amino acids and polysaccharides that help improve skin hydration and firmness.
R
Retinol
An active form of vitamin A and a powerful antioxidant. Smooths signs of ageing boosts cell turnover, stimulates collagen production, and helps fade brown spots for a more even, refined complexion.
Ruscus
Also known as Butchers Broom, this plant is rich in flavonoids. Helps reduce sensations of discomfort in the skin.
S
Silicon from Horsetail extract and Copper
Help strengthen the hair shaft and support normal hair pigmentation.
Sorbitol
It helps maintain optimal skin hydration levels.
Squalane
Restores the lipid barrier by forming a soft, non-greasy protective film. Leaves skin softer and more supple.
Black elderberry
Prevents the appearance of redness thanks to its anti-inflammatory properties.
T
Tocopheryl retinoate
A hybrid of vitamin E (tocopherol) and active vitamin A (retinoic acid). This antioxidant and anti-wrinkle ingredient neutralises free radicals, improves firmness, and enhances tolerance thanks to its gradual-release action.
Vegetal brightening trio: Arbutin + Luteolin + Parsley
Arbutin, luteolin, and parsley work synergistically to slow melanin production.
V
Vitamin B5
Helps fortify the hair and supports healthy growth.
Vitamin B6
- Contributes to the normal synthesis of cysteine, a major component of cystine (an essential sulphur-containing amino acid) and a precursor in keratin production.
- It enhances the anti-seborrhoeic action of zinc.
- It supports hair growth, and helps regulate sebum production.
- Vitamin B6 also improves the intestinal absorption of magnesium.
Vitamins B9 & B12
Play a role in the cell division process.
Vitamin C
Blocks melanin synthesis and helps prevent skin hyperpigmentation thanks to its antioxidant properties.
It stimulates collagen production while limiting melanin formation, helping to reduce the appearance of dark spots. With its brightening effect, it enhances skin radiance for an instant healthy glow.
Vitamin E
A powerful antioxidant that helps combat signs of ageing by protecting cells from free radicals. It also stimulates collagen production to improve skin elasticity.
X
Xylitol & Glycerin
This complex helps smooth the cuticles to limit moisture loss.