Plankton Extract has nourishing and hydrating properties which can benefit those with dry skin, and its gentle nature makes it a fitting choice for individuals with sensitive skin. 

It is in the class of Algae Extract which also include ahnfeltia concinna extract, alaria esculenta extract, algae exopolysaccharides, algin, alteromonas ferment extract, ascophyllum nodosum extract, asparagopsis armata extract, chlorella protothecoides, chlorella vulgaris extract, dunaliella salina (green algae) extract, hydrolyzed f-fucoidan, laminaria ochroleuca (kelp) extract, macrocystis pyrifera (kelp) extract, marine extract, parachlorella beijerinckii exopolysaccharides, parachlorella beijerinckii exopolysaccharides, porphyridium cruentum extract, pseudoalteromonas exopolysaccharides, tripleurospermum maritimum extract, vibrio alginolyticus ferment filtrate, chlorella protothecoides oil

Renude

dehydrated skin

dull skin

fine lines

ultra dry skin

wrinkles

I have chosen this hydrating serum to moisturise and plump the skin, improving signs of dehydration and smoothing out the overall appearance of the skin to give a natural radiance.

Alteromonas Ferment Extract is a polysaccharide excreted by the gram-negative bacteria, Alteromonas macleodii which grows in deep sea waters. Due to its polysaccharide (carbohydrate) structure, it acts as a humectant, drawing water molecules towards it to plump and hydrate the applied area. Studies have also shown this ingredient to have soothing properties against chemical & mechanical irritants, so is a great active for calming symptoms of sensitive skin.

alteromonas ferment extract

Algae is an incredibly interesting natural ingredient source. It is essentially an underwater plant, designed to get its food from sunlight, much like any other plants, although from much more challenging conditions. There are many types of algae (kelp, laminaria, microalgae), but in general in all its forms it acts as a powerful antioxidant, protecting from free radical damage, as well as being able to hydrate the skin and deliver naturally-occurring vitamins into the skin.

Hydrolysed hyaluronic acid is essentially a low molecular weight Hyaluronic acid (a polysaccharide which occurs naturally in the body), that has been broken up to achieve better skin penetration.


hydrolyzed hyaluronic acid

Hyaluronic acid is a polysaccharide which occurs naturally in the body. Hyaluronic acid works as an extremely powerful humectant, able to attract 1000x its own weight in water, to immediately plump and hydrate the area it is applied to. The body’s own production of hyaluronic acid slows with age, so supplementing this ingredient in topical formulations helps to support the skin’s natural moisture-binding, anti-ageing mechanisms.

plankton extract

porphyridium cruentum extract

Sodium hyaluronate is the sodium salt of hyaluronic acid (a polysaccharide which occurs naturally in the body), created to improve the ingredient stability. It works as an extremely powerful humectant, able to attract 1000x its own weight in water, to immediately plump and hydrate the area it is applied to. The body’s own production of hyaluronic acid slows with age, so supplementing this ingredient in topical formulations helps to support the skin’s natural moisture-binding, anti-ageing mechanisms.

sodium hyaluronate

Sodium Hyaluronate crosspolymer is a modified version of Hyaluronic acid, with additional polymers added to it to slow skin penetration, keeping it in the upper layers of the epidermis for longer to provide surface hydration.

sodium hyaluronate crosspolymer

Tocopheryl acetate is a specific form of the fat-soluble Vitamin E, with improved stability vs. Tocopherol. Vitamin E is found naturally in our own skin, and it’s main benefit is to offer powerful antioxidant protection against pollution and free radical damage. It also helps to support our skin’s natural lipid barrier, which in turn improves the hydration levels within the epidermis, as water loss through the skin is minimised.

tocopheryl acetate

Vitamin E is a fat-soluble Vitamin contained in many plant oils, or can also be produced synthetically. Vitamin E is found naturally in our own skin, and it’s main benefit is to offer powerful antioxidant protection against pollution and free radical damage. It also helps to support our skin’s natural lipid barrier, which in turn improves the hydration levels within the epidermis, as water loss through the skin is minimised.

Urea is humectant ingredient found in the skin’s natural moisturising factor (NMF), making up around 7-8% of the total composition. Its humectant properties mean it can bind to water molecules in the atmosphere, drawing them to it, and in turn plumping and hydrating the skin. Research also shows that Urea has a mild exfoliating action on the skin, encouraging the removal of dead cells which results in smoother, healthier, more hydrated skin.

urea

Vibrio Alginolyticus Ferment Filtrate is a polysaccharide excreted by a type of microorganism called Kopara. It is used in skincare for its ability to stimulate the skin’s natural exfoliation process, encouraging the removal of outer dead skin cells, triggering new skin cells to grow underneath. This leads to smoother, more even-toned skin.

vibrio alginolyticus ferment filtrate

vitis vinifera (grape) flower cell extract

Resveratrol in a polyphenol most famously found in the skin of red grapes, but also occurs naturally in peanuts and certain fruits such as blueberries and cranberries. It is included in skincare for its powerful antioxidant abilities - with research showing it can protect against free radicals, as well as oxidative damage caused by UV. 

Provides immediate smoothing in the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles, and supports the skin's natural ability to retain moisture resulting in radiant, rejuvenated tone and texture.

Key Benefits of HA5®
HA5® delivers both immediate and long-term benefits
Instantly smoothes the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles
Immediate hydration
Improves the appearance of skin texture and roughness

Exponentially Smooth
Introducing a new chapter in skin hydration. HA5® supports the skin’s ability to replenish its own HA for overall skin health. HA5® has a proprietary mix of five HA forms that smooth the skin, thereby decreasing the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles. The 5 HA's work synergistically to provide immediate smoothing and continuous hydration throughout the day.

Counter Culture

dehydration

impaired barrier

lack of radiance

loss of firmness

pigmentation

rough skin

skin redness

This moisturiser targets fine lines, wrinkles, and skin firmness. The formula includes microalgae to boost collagen and elastin production, and prickly pear extract for immediate hydration. Sunflower extract enhances moisturisation and strengthens the skin's lipid barrier.

Glycerin is a humectant present in all natural lipids. It works to attract water molecules towards it, plumping & hydrating the applied area, resulting in smooth, soft, hydrated skin. It is one of the most widely used humectants in skincare, due to it’s high performance and broad availability (making it very cost-effective). Recent research has shown that it’s ability to penetrate the layers of the skin is superior to that of low molecular weight hyaluronic acid, making it a brilliant choice for overall skin hydration, and suitable for all skin types.

glycerin

jojoba oil

Lecithin can be classed as a phospholipid, which occurs naturally in eggs, soybean, sunflower oil and corn. It contains a high concentration of fatty acids, which support the skin’s natural barrier by creating a lipid film to prevent trans-epidermal water loss (TEWL). Lecithin also has lipophilic & hydrophilic properties, meaning it can function as an emulsifier and skin penetration-enhancer, helping to deliver actives deeper into the skin.

lecithin

Our outer layer of the skin, the stratum corneum, has a multilamellar structure (essentially a fine membrane), made up of lipids (fats), to form a non-permeable barrier. This keeps water inside the skin, and acts as the first defense against external aggressors. The lipids which make up the majority of this are known as ceramides, which are produced naturally in the body from a range of other naturally-occurring lipids, which we class here as essential lipids (not the same as essential fatty acids, which are deemed ‘essential’ as the body cannot produce these naturally.) Using these lipids in skincare helps to support the natural skin barrier, preventing water-loss to keep skin hydrated and balanced.

red algae

sunflower seed oil

vitamin e

Youth Renewal
 This carefully developed organic, waterless formula, using extracts of Prickly Pear, Sunflower and Microalgae, contains clinically proven ingredients shown to increase collagen production, improve skin elasticity and increase skin hydration. This beautiful, silk-textured cream helps to strengthen the skin's natural lipid barrier while helping to reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles and improve skin firmness.
 INGREDIENT CLINICAL TRIAL RESULTS
 Microalgae
 
 Replenishes fine lines and wrinkles by inducing fibroblasts to rapidly produce elastin (142%) and collagen (146%).
 Over 40% increase in skin elasticity in 14 days.
 Increases skin firmness by more than 25% over 4 weeks.
 
 Prickly Pear Extract
 
 Immediate hydration effect - over 67% increase in hydration after 1 hour.
 
 Sunflower Extract
 
 Ceramide booster with soothing and restructuring properties.
 Increase in moisturisation of over 48% (after 1 hour).
 Long-term increase in moisturisation of over 34% (after 24 hours).
 55% decrease in skin roughness (after 1 month).
 
 Algae Extract
 
 Helps improve skin hydration.

Plankton Extract

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Plankton Extract

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