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Hydration, Hydration, hydration!!

Hydration is the key to any anti-aging regime. Once your skin is well hydrated it will be more resilient to all aging processes. This cream is extremely hydrating and will make any dry skin moist and supple with all natural moisture binding ingredients. 

Anni Mateo Anti-aging HydroHeal Intense Cream – an intensely healing and hydrating bioactive cream for all skin types, but is particularly useful for dry, sensitive & problem skin. It is a completely natural cream, free of petroleum products, parabens, silicones, fillers, synthetic fragrances, colours & harsh preservatives etc.  It has a fantastic rich, but yet very penetrating texture which is not greasy. It is suitable for both night and day, for men and women.

It promotes 24 hours hydration due to Hyaluronic acid, Aloe Vera, Squalane, Goat’s milk, Honeyquat, Beta-glucan, Vegetable Glycerine, Argan oil, Honey and the unique combination of pure oils and butters. 

It is packed with high concentration of proven actives and contains Allantoin, MSM and Niacinamide for cell repair and renewal which also promotes even skin tone and clears acne and inflamed skin.

In addition it contains a number of potent anti-aging/wrinkle fighters & Collagen builders such as Vitamin A palmitate, Vitamin C Ester and Hyaluronic acid as well as potent antioxidants to protect your skin from aging through free radical damage (vitamin E and Green Tea etc).

The active ingredients are dissolved/dispersed in nourishing Goat’s milk, Aloe Vera and Green Tea (containing polyphenols with great anti-oxidant and anti-inflammatoryproperties) and pure oils and butters, each one contributing with its own  unique properties.

The following are the active ingredients: Hyaluronic Acid, Allantoin, Goat’s milk, Honeyquat, Beta-glucan, Honey, MSM (Methylsulfonylmethane), Vitamin A Palmitate, Squalane, Vitamin C Ester, Vitamin A Palmitate, Niacinamide, Hydrolyzed Collagen Protein, hydrolyzed Soy Protein, Vitamin E, Vegetable Glycerine, Pro Vitamin B5.

Satisfaction guarantee: If you are not happy with this cream, you can send it back for full refund!

Anni Mateo Anti-aging Cosmeceuticals is a new line of bioactive skin care products with a goal to offer the very best in anti-aging skin care that gives a visible and lasting impact by combining the best from Science and Nature. This goal stems from my own interest in putting together a super active "All-in-One" cream that contains everything known to reduce all signs of aging. Since the “original” Anni Mateo “All-in-One” Cream was launched, the range of Anni Mateo creams has steadily increased as I have been asked to produce creams tailored to different needs. 

As part of my goal the products have to be very affordable. This is achieved by purchasing straight from manufacturer without middle men involved and due to no expensive marketing and fancy packaging. The products will speak for themselves and only a truly active quality product will sell this way in the long run. A second goal is to offer only products with natural ingredients, free of petroleum products, parabens, silicones, fillers, synthetic perfumes, colours or harsh preservatives etc. 

  

Some of my feedback:

Ø  A+ product, great service, my best'find' on e-bay- ever! Love it! A++++

(Anni Mateo All-in-One Anti-aging Wrinkle/Lifting Cream (#300530417953)

 

Ø  This is a great item, my 2nd pot now. Does exactley what it says. Thanks

(Anni Mateo "All-in-One" Anti-aging Wrinkle/Lifting Eye DMAE Argireline Matrixyl (#300932948102)

 

Ø     Thanks...Argireline really works for me. I have less lines at 52 than at 40.

("100%" Argireline anti-wrinkle Peptide Solution-ADD to ANY CREAM (#301323519218)


ØDoes what is says, thought nothing would sort my stressed skin out, this has

(Idebenone-Alpha lipoic acid-Hyaluronic acid-Ester C-vit A Palmitate-MSM+PEPTIDES (#291275340381)


ØLovely product. Skin looks much better and this is my second jar.

(Clearing Marine Detox Cream Natural Anti-aging/inflammatory Acne Rosacea Eczema (#291295488692)

 

ØGreat, skin looks so much better even after two days

(Anni Mateo Anti-Aging Wrinkle Cream ALL NATURAL Argireline Matrixyl CoQ10 3DPA (#291290338598)

 

Ø  Love this cream,it has already improved my complexion in a week!!! Fast Shipping

(Clearing Marine Detox Cream ALL NATURAL BIOACTIVE Anti-aging Acne Rosacea Eczema (#300609190270)

 

Ø  1.5 weeks & my wrinkles are on the way out! Not sticky & really effective. A++++

(Anni Mateo All-in-One Anti-aging Wrinkle/Lifting Cream Argireline DMAE Matrixyl (#300739475576)

 

Ø  pharma quality at bargain prices! GREAT PRODUCT!
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Anti-aging Multi Peptide Serum Wrinkle Repair/Skin Firming/Scar Healing Copper p (#301052279421)

 

Ø  exellent cream the best ive used 2 date exellent service very fast delivery

(Clearing Marine Detox Cream Natural Anti-aging/inflammatory Acne Rosacea Eczema (#291179748421)

 

Ø  I love this cream. The texture of my skin has really improved
(Argireline-Matrixyl-Pepha Tight-Syn-Coll-ALA-Deanol-MSM-CoQ10-HA-CLA-beta Glucan (#300922533195)

 

Ø  My eyes look at least five years younger after 2 months use.

(Anni Mateo "All-in-One" Anti-aging Wrinkle/Lifting Eye DMAE Argireline Matrixyl (#300932948102)

 

Ø  Waited a few weeks to post -- great cream! Love the way my skin looks & feels!

(Anni Mateo All-in-One Anti-aging Wrinkle/Lifting Cream Argireline DMAE Matrixyl (#300608365358)

 

Ø  this is my second jar, really works and last a long time

(Anti-aging Apple & Tomato Antioxidant Cream Botopical Lupine peptides Alpha LA (#300876423203)

 

Ø  I love this product! AMAZING! Will be a repeat customer :)

(Anni Mateo"All-in-One" Anti-aging Wrinkle/Lifting Cream Argireline DMAE Matrixyl (#301181702683)

 

Ø  I love this cream. The texture of my skin has really improved.
(Argireline-Matrixyl-Pepha Tight-Syn-Coll-ALA-Deanol-MSM-CoQ10-HA-CLA-beta Glucan (#300922533195)

 

Ø  many thanks lovely soothing oil feels great on my skin

(Anni Mateo Luxury Anti-aging Tinting super-Hydrating FACIAL OIL ALL SKIN TYPES (#291162586644)

 

Ø  WOW!!! Used this for 3 days, can see big difference. Trust this seller 5 stars
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Ø  5 star seller super fast delivery love it will be back thank you so much
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Ø  Fast international delivery! Cream realy works! My skin is happy! Thanks
(Argireline-Matrixyl-Pepha Tight-Syn-Coll-ALA-Deanol-MSM-CoQ10-HA-CLA-Beta glucan (#291088985982)

 

Ø  Great innovative company, lovely product A+++ seller

(Anti-aging Wrinkle/Lifting Cream Firming/Large Pores/Dark Circles/Age Spots (#301206248948)

 

Ø  Thank you. I am very pleased with these creams, high quality and effect!

(HydroHeal Intense Anti-aging Acne Beta-Glucan Allantoin Argan oil Hyaluronic aci (#301229723191)

 

Ø  Item so far is brilliant
(Clearing Marine Detox Cream ALL NATURAL BIOACTIVE Anti-aging Acne Rosacea Eczema (#301127397178)

 

Ø  Very nice cream, asorbs easily and good value, great transaction
(Anti-aging Wrinkle/Lifting Eye Cream Argireline Matrixyl Syn-Coll Copper peptide (#301127671797)

 

Ø  excellent service! really liked the note included explaining about the product!
(Anni Mateo "All-in-One" Anti-aging Wrinkle/Lifting Eye DMAE Argireline Matrixyl (#301119499372)

 

Ø  Another great transaction ! Many thanks, I'll be back for more. 5*
(Anni Mateo Luxury Anti-aging Tinting super-Hydrating FACIAL OIL ALL SKIN TYPES (#301089628356)

 

Ø  This product is brilliant!!!! Thank yo so much.
(Anni Mateo "All-in-One" Anti-aging Wrinkle/Lifting Eye DMAE Argireline Matrixyl (#291075290401)

 

Ø  Tremendous customer service ,really cares your happy.Highly recommended.
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Ø  A great seller, would absolutely recommend...I'll be back for more ! A +++++
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Ø  Love it !!! Thank you for sending so quickly
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Ø  thanks for my favorite cream.your products are super
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Ø  Very impressive customer care and efficient product, many thanks :o)
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Ø  Love it !! Awesome customer service! This seller really cares that your happyl
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Ø  This is a great item, my 2nd pot now. Does exactley what it says. Thanks
Anni Mateo "All-in-One" Anti-aging Wrinkle/Lifting Eye DMAE Argireline Matrixyl (#300932948102)

 

Ø  Great Seller. Amazing communication, seller offers good advices, Good products.
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Ø  This was my second jar. now buying the third!
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Ø  Fabulous product, gr8 packaging, fast despatch highly recommended seller.
(Anni Mateo HydroHeal Intense Anti-aging Acne Beta-Glucan Allantoin Argan Oil (#300917988642)

 

Ø  Really good seller and even better cream>is really so good like everybody wrote

(Anni Mateo HydroHeal Intense Anti-aging Acne Beta-Glucan Allantoin Argan Oil (#300813879868)

 

Ø  Just want to let you know that i've recevied the cream and let me tell you, it's amazing! it is absolutly brilliant to be use under make up, 

i got oily skin but no oil all day and keep my make up fresh with a healthy sheen look! it's really hyrating without any greasy heavy feeling.  

i do found my face is lifted after the first application.  Thank you very much, i will keep on using it!  Yan

(Anni Mateo All-in-One Anti-aging Wrinkle/Lifting Cream)

 

Ø  Excellent seller, great packaging and instructions, can't wait to see results A+

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Ø  super product...does what it says on the tin...many thanks.

(Anni Mateo All-in-One Anti-aging Wrinkle/Lifting Cream Argireline DMAE Matrixyl (#300622430204)

 

Ø  Was getting a turkey neck & this oil has cured it! The tint is no problem. :)

(Anni Mateo Luxury Anti-aging Tinting super-Hydrating FACIAL OIL ALL SKIN TYPES (#300724989761)

 

Lovely seller as always, great cream, perfect thank you xx

(Clearing Marine Detox Cream ALL NATURAL BIOACTIVE Anti-aging Acne Rosacea Eczema (#300731787086)

 

Ø  Fast shipping. Excellent real product. Honest seller. will purchase again!

(Anni Mateo All-in-One Anti-aging Wrinkle/Lifting Cream Argireline DMAE Matrixyl (#300716040448)

 

Ø  great product at a good price and fass delivery,this is a good seller THANK YOU.

(Anni Mateo All-in-One Anti-aging Wrinkle/Lifting Cream Pepha Tight Syn-Coll ALA (#300621101335)

 

Ø  the product is great, and the product quickly became a destination.

(Natural Bioactive PORE MINIMIZING Face Cleanser Wash SLS/paraben Free (#300717172477)

 

Ø  love this cream - will definitely be back for more - thank you

(Clearing Marine Detox Cream ALL NATURAL BIOACTIVE Anti-aging Acne Rosacea Eczema (#300701602597)

 

Ø  Great & lovely seller as always, wonderful cream that I couldn't be without x x

(Clearing Marine Detox Cream ALL NATURAL BIOACTIVE Anti-aging Acne Rosacea Eczema (#300701602597)

 

Ø  This cream is fantastic, very soothing, calming and clearing for eczema, thanks

(Clearing Marine Detox Cream ALL NATURAL BIOACTIVE Anti-aging Acne Rosacea Eczema (#300686985732)

 

Ø  Perfect seller and transaction: lighting fast, good quality and communication!

(Anni Mateo All-in-One Anti-aging Wrinkle/Lifting Cream Pepha Tight Syn-Coll ALA (#300700600490)

 

Ø  Amazing Ebayer!! Fast shipping, good quality natural products, will buy again!!!

(Anni Mateo Natural MagaLip Stick Plumper Balm Marine Filling Spheres/Peptides (#300746370816)

 

Ø  2nd purchase of item. Thank you

(Clearing Marine Detox Cream ALL NATURAL BIOACTIVE Anti-aging Acne Rosacea Eczema (#300716040311)

 

Ø  Fast shipping. Quick communication. Price bargain for a fantastic cream. AAA++++

(Anni Mateo HydroHeal Intense Anti-aging Acne Beta-Glucan Allantoin Goats Milk (#300677518550)

 

Ø  Kindest seller; eager to assist with usage instructions;great communication!

(Clearing Marine Detox Cream ALL NATURAL BIOACTIVE Anti-aging Acne Rosacea Eczema (#300670301490)

 

Ø  1st class service, A+ product, fast delivery, highly rec. to all! A++++++

(Anni Mateo "All-in-One" Anti-aging Wrinkle/Lifting Eye (#300529265834)

 

Ø  Great communication!!!!!!! Love it!!!!!

(Anni Mateo Anti-Aging Wrinkle Cream ALL NATURAL Argireline Matrixyl CoQ10 CLA (#300635730874)

 

Ø  The eye cream is gorgeous! So little is needed, it does tingle a little, but actually that's a nice sensation! I could feel a slight lifting effect, then just a 

lovely comfortable nourished feeling. Now onto the face cream. It's packed to the brim! Smells lovely. More tingling, which is invigorating, and them that 

lovely, almost 'full-up' feeling when you just know you've put enough on your face & neck and any more would be a waste! It feels wonderful on the neck. 

I do have those circle things, but the cream seemed to wipe them out, or at least that's how it felt!


So, in my humble opinion? I'll be sticking with your range because I trust it, you very obviouly know what you're doing and it feels wonderful 

on my skin. Another thing, I don't wear much make-up, but my skin feels so good at the moment that I can imagine with continued use of such high 

quality face creams, a person would need even less. Congratulations, you have a wonderful range and thank you for sharing it with us!  Marie x

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Ø  LOVE THIS PRODUCT....WILL BE BACK....

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Ø  great product,fast delivery,good price.thank you.

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Ø  love it thanks

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Ø  Very fast shipping. Non gresy. Thank you.

(Anni Mateo "All-in-One" Anti-aging Wrinkle/Lifting Eye (#300518155750)

 

Ø  Fast delivery great communication this is my 2nd pot thanks A++++++++++++

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Ø  lovely cream thank you

(Anni Mateo "All-in-One" Anti-aging Wrinkle/Lifting Eye (#300496398112)

 

Ø  Excelent first class products and service. Will use again.Thanks.

(Clearing Marine Detox Cream ALL NATURAL BIOACTIVE Anti-aging Acne Rosacea Eczema (#300716040311)

 

Ø  Product actually works, a great value, & lightning shipping! Would order again.

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Ø  Excellent! Good price, communication and superfast delivery! HIGHLY RECOMMEND!

(Anni Mateo Anti-aging Multi Peptide Serum Wrinkle Repair/Skin Firming/Scar Heal (#300719631897)

 

Ø  ABSOLUTELY THE BEST!!!! 10 STAR SELLER!!!! SUPER FAST SHIP!!!! AWESOME SELLER!!!

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Ø  Genial

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Ø  Perfect seller and transaction: lighting fast, good quality and communication!

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Ø  Great product at good price. Will be back x

(Clearing Marine Detox Cream ALL NATURAL BIOACTIVE Anti-aging Acne Rosacea Eczema (#300677517410)

 

Ø  A really nice ebayer. Thank you xx

 

Ø  very good communication, good p&p, would buy again from this seller thankyou.

(Anni Mateo All-in-One Anti-aging Wrinkle/Lifting Cream Argireline DMAE Matrixyl (#300677519421)

 

Ø  Kindest seller; eager to assist with usage instructions;great communication!

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Ø  Perfect seller and transaction: lighting fast delivery and excellent quality!

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Ø  Will definitely buy from again! Thanks!

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Ø  Good ebayer vfast delivery would use again wife very pleased THANK YOU AAA Plus

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 What exactly do the ingredients do?

*Vitamin C Ester: Vitamin C Ester is a very powerful form of skin-compatible Vitamin C, which is essential for the production of collagen. It helps protect the skin from damage by free radicals, reducing lines, wrinkles and discoloration and improves skin tone and texture. It also works near miracles when it comes to inflammation. Vitamin C Ester is used in treating fine lines and wrinkles on sun damaged skin, sagging skin that is losing its firmness because of damaged or lost collagen and sunburned, inflamed, or irritated skin.

 

*Hyaluronic Acid: Hyaluronic Acid is known as the most effective moisturizer ever discovered as it absorbs between 500 and 1,000 times its weight in water. Hyaluronic Acid occurs naturally in the body and is responsible for cushioning and lubricating connective tissue. Deficiencies of Hyaluronic Acid (which generally comes with age) result in a long list of abnormalities including wrinkles in the skin. Studies have shown that supplementation of Hyaluronic Acid has an enormous ability to prevent and reverse these aging abnormalities. This powerful moisturizer and humectant for skin care formulas is also promoting the reduction of wrinkles by improving capillary health and supporting skin nourishment. Hyaluronic Acid forms a thin transparent visco-elastic surface film that helps to preserve the characteristics of youthful and healthy skin: suppleness, elasticity and tone.

 

*MSM (Methylsulfonylmethane): MSM is food grade organic sulphur considered to be nature's beauty mineral due to its ability to enhance collagen bundles. On the skin it is useful in the treatment of skin disorders such as psoriasis, eczema, and dermatitis, and in one study the topical application of MSM showed very positive effects on treating ichtyosis - a rare incurable dermatological disease - characterized by dry, thick and scaly skin. The sulfur contained in MSM is also used in the skin for collagen synthesis, and helps to keep the collagen fibres in the skin flexible and prevents cross-linking of these fibres (cross-linking is normally seen in old aged skin). The sulfur also helps the body to produce more sulfur bonds, and in so doing keeps the skin even more pliable and youthful looking. It is often used because the effect it has on wound healing.

*Allantoin: Allantoin is a phytochemical known for its stimulation of cell proliferation, healing wounds and stimulating the growth of healthy tissue. Allantoin promotes skin cell regeneration and helps sensitive skin to become more resilient, counteracting dryness and cracking. What is valuable about allantoin is that it promotes the skin's own healing process making it swifter and more effective. It helps to retain skin moisture. Most people tolerate allantoin and it can even help with tolerance of other substances.

*Goat’s Milk: Goat’s milk is rich in proteins, vitamins and minerals and could be one of Mother Nature’s greatest contributions to health and beauty. Goat Milk is easily absorbed by the skin, bringing with it moisture, restorative proteins, vitamins and minerals that help keep your skin soft, supple and healthy. The milk has a unique protein structure with shorter protein strands allowing for easy penetration. Goat’s milk also contains capric- and caprilic acids that naturally balance the alkalinity of skin products.

*Squalane: Squalane is a natural hydrocarbon and triterpene derived from a variety of plant and animal sources. It is a component of human sebum. The chemically inert nature of squalane makes it useful in cosmetic applications, where it is used as an emollient and moisturizer. Squalane in this cream is derived from Olive oil and is absorbed quickly by the skin. It is well proven that Squalane increases the spreadability of vegetable oils and fats on the skin.

 *Niacinamide (Vit. B3): Topical application of niacinamide results in increased synthesis of collagen, keratin, involucrin and flaggrin. It also decreases pruritus and inflammation, decrease oiliness, alleviate atopic dermatitis, and decrease UV-induced skin cancers. These are just a few of the beneficial effects of topical application of niacinamide to the skin.

*Hydrolyzed Collagen Protein: About one quarter of all of the protein in your body is collagen. Collagen is a major structural protein, forming molecular cables that strengthen the tendons and vast, resilient sheets that support the skin and internal organs. Collagen provides structure to our bodies, protecting and supporting the softer tissues and connecting them with the skeleton. As we age, our production of Collagen slows, especially if we don’t get enough Vitamin C in our diets. Many cosmetic ingredients of today are used to enhance or stimulate Collagen production, because it is a vital building block of youthful, healthy skin and hair.

*Hydrolyzed Soy Protein: Soy is an awesome source of Isoflavones. The role of isoflavones is widely appreciated and is currently the subject of intense research. Isoflavones appear to protect the skin against hormone-related aging, such as in menopause. Isoflavones can have estrogenic activity, for instance if during menopause the body's natural level of estrogen drops, isoflavones can compensate by binding to the same receptor sites. As we age, our hormone levels drop and our skin, the biggest organ, shows the results. Hydrolyzed Soy Protein helps bring back a youthful radiance in skin care.

*Oat Beta-Glucan: Topical benefits of Beta-glucan include; improved elasticity, skin hydration, decrease in wrinkles, dermatitis, eczema, antioxidant, free radical scavenger. Studies have shown that Beta-glucan can penetrate the skin and significantly reduce depth and height of wrinkles (a clinical study group of 27 subjects applied beta-glucan to fine lines and wrinkles on their faces over an eight-week period. Using digital image analysis of silicone replicas, they determined that there was a significant reduction of wrinkle depth and height) as well as making skin less rough. It was concluded that effects could be seen in as little as ten days and that beta glucan could have a role as a non-invasive alternative to Botox.

*Honeyquat: Honeyquat is a naturally derived conditioning agent made from honey, exhibiting excellent moisture binding capabilities, far more than that seen with glycerine.

*Honey: The ability of honey to absorb and retain moisture make it an ideal ingredient in many cosmetics as it helps keep skin hydrated and fresh. Honey also has natural antioxidant and antimicrobial properties which help to protect the skin from the damaging UV rays while supporting the ability of the skin to rejuvenate and refresh depleted skin. Another advantage of honey is for the treatment of acne as it absorbs impurities from the pores in the skin. History shows that ancient beauties regularly applied a mixture of honey and milk to the face to keep their skin looking young, radiant and smooth.

*D-Calcium Pantothenate (Pro vit B5, Panthenol): Application of panthenol ointment to the skin have been shown to accelerate the closure of skin wounds and increase the strength of scar tissue in animals. Adding panthenol to cultured human skin cells given an artificial wound increased the number of migrating skin cells and their speed of migration, effects likely to accelerate wound healing. This vitamin is also a component of coenzyme A (CoA), required in synthesis of fatty acids and sphingolipids. These components are of crucial importance for stratum corneum lipid bilayers and cell membrane integrity. It improves and increases the moisture-retention capacity of the skin. Dry skin stays supple and elastic for longer. It has anti-inflammatory and anti-itching effect and it stimulates skin regeneration leading to better healing of small wounds, scars and blisters.

*Vitamin A Palmitate (Retinyl Palmitate): Clinical studies have shown vitamin A to have properties that block the absorption of harmful UVA and UVB rays, as well as a stimulating effect on cell regeneration. It has been clinically shown to improve the appearance of striae (stretch marks) and regulate epidermal (skin) cell growth. It firms, boosts and nourishes the skin and maintains the skins elasticity. Vitamin A counteracts inflammations and protects cell membranes and other structures within the cells from the damage caused by free radicals and in this way helps to prevent skin disorders. It also plays an important role in the functioning of the eyes and the making of new skin and mucous membranes.

*Vitamin E (Tocopherol): Vitamin E is a potent anti-oxidant with healing properties which also stimulates the basal layer to reproduce new cells. It is widely used by the body to protect lipids in cell membranes from oxidative damage from free radicals. It also increases the exfoliation rate and improves the skin texture.

*Vegetable Glycerine: Glycerine is a humectant (attracts moisture) and softens the skin. It is invaluable as a natural source ingredient with emollient like properties which can soften and soothe the skin and it assists the outer epidermis is retaining moisture. This helps to explain why it is one of the most popular cosmetic additives used today.

*Green Tea Extract: Green Tea contains polyphenols, making it a strong anti-oxidant as well as it reduces inflammation. Green Tea Extract fights free radicals and thus offers protection against sun damage.

*Aloe Vera: Aloe Vera is a potent moisturizer, regenerating and healing agent. It penetrates the skin, stimulates the immune system and increases the blood circulation. It has anti-inflammatory and anti-aging effects (increases collagen synthesis and skin elasticity). The polysaccharides in Aloe Vera act as moisturizers to hydrate the skin. Secondly, aloe is absorbed into the skin and stimulates the fibroblasts to replicate themselves faster which produce the collagen and elastin fibers making the skin become more elastic and less wrinkled. Aloe also makes the surface of the skin smoother because of its cohesive effect on the superficial flaking epidermal cells by sticking them together. It also possesses the ability to interfere with the enzyme that produces melanin deposits in the skin, preventing the formation of 'liver spots', which tend to form in aging skin. It has been said that if Aloe Vera is applied regularly and for long enough it will often cause established spots to disappear. Aloe is an important source of vitamins, enzymes, sugars, anthraquinones, lignin, saponins, fatty acids, salicylic acid and amino acids.  

*Kokum butter: Kokum butter is obtained from the seeds of the Garcinia indica tree, which grows in the savanna areas in parts of the Indian subcontinent. It has a very high content of stearic-oleic-stearic tri-glycerides which makes it a very hard, stable butter. It has a high melting point and melts on contact with the skin. Kokum butter has a dry, flaky feel but is quickly absorbed, is non-greasy and non-comedogenic. It helps regenerate skin cells and restores the skins' elasticity. It provides hydration to the skin and hair. It also possesses anti-oxidant properties due to its high vitamin E content.

*Macadamia Nut oil: A very unique oil with a level of Palmitoleic acid which is unusual in vegetable oils, and is not far from human sebum. It is considered by many to be the best for anti-aging products because of its high percentage of palmitoleic acid. Nourishing Macadamia nut oil has a rich, cushiony feel, but will absorb quickly. 

*Cupuacu butter: Cupuacu Butter, from the Rain Forest, is prized for its rich content of phytosterols (to benefit dry, damaged skin), polyphenols (to combat free radicals in the tissues) and fatty acids to protect and moisturize. It is a butter that performs like the actives, delivering true healing and restructuring benefits to the skin as it improves the skins moisture barrier and offering true hydration for improved elasticity and anti-inflammatory activity. Cupuacu Butter has the capacity to attract 240% more water allowing it to function much more effectively as a skin hydrator and plumper. Though it is not recognized as an SPF, Cupuacu Butter is well known for its ability to absorb damaging UVA/UVB rays for natural sun protection.

*Mango butter: Mango butter has good emolliency and lends a protective effect against the sun. It is said to prevent drying of the skin and formation of wrinkles. It reduces degeneration of skin cells and restores flexibility.

*Fractionated Coconut oil: A very light oil that is absorbed quickly by the skin. Fractionated coconut oil is a non-specific physical fraction (through distillation) capturing the range of fatty acids available in whole coconut oil (including the much more available lauric and myristic fatty acids among others). It also contains the caprylic- and capric fatty acids, which reduces irritation, enhance smoothness and less oiliness and have some antimicrobial activity.

 

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Anni Mateo Anti-aging Cosmeceuticals

Eva Rosberg Cody BEd, MSc, PhD