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

Beauty Tribe

dark circles

eye wrinkles

This eye cream targets dark circles, puffiness, and fine lines with its blend of crushed pearl and peptides. The formula brightens and firms the eye area, while plankton extract and pearl powder enhance radiance and reduce visible signs of fatigue.

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

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.

mineral uv filters

plankton 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.

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.

vitamin e

Hydropeptide Eye Authority uses crushed pearl to instantly brighten the eye area, this light eye cream uses multi-functional peptides to reduce the look of expression lines, wrinkles, and puffiness over time. This luxurious eye cream uses the combined power of plankton extract and pearl powder to instantly brightens & help restore radiance to tired-looking eyes. The gentle, moisturizing formula uses multifunctional firming and brightening peptides to go beneath the surface of the skin to do away with visible dark circles and under-eye bags. Hydropeptide Eye Authority use daily to reduce the look of expression lines, wrinkles, and puffiness over time.

Unfragranced

Nut free

This treatment targets signs of ageing around the eyes, such as crepiness, crow’s feet, and wrinkles, while also addressing dark circles and puffiness. The formula includes marine collagen and hyaluronic acid to hydrate and smooth the delicate eye area.

In today’s tech-savvy culture, prolonged visual exposure causes digital eye strain that takes a toll on our fragile eye zone. When combined with other factors such as lack of sleep, ageing, harsh beauty products, the environment and stress, the result is often weary, dry and age-revealing eyes. EyeRenew Conceal & De-Age Treatment offers the ideal solution with a creamy, lightweight, multi-benefit formula aimed at repairing the eye contour while also refreshing, reviving and renewing. Pevonia’s Proprietary EyeAwaken Complex unites a natural blend of youth-reviving ingredients such as Plankton, Marine Collagen, Silanetriol, Hyaluronic Acid and more to repair and flawlessly conceal. Featuring advanced manufacturing, this powerhouse Conceal & De-Age Treatment addresses the most common concerns by smoothing crepiness, crow’s feet, and wrinkles while alleviating dark circles and puffiness. EyeRenew Conceal & De-Age Treatment provides a flawless look as it refreshes, revives and renews this delicate area. Recommended for all skin types.

Gluten free

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

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.

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

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.

enlarged pores

impaired barrier

lack of radiance

loss of firmness

pigmentation

rough skin

scarring

This daily moisturiser offers broad-spectrum mineral sun protection while addressing signs of photoageing, such as fine lines and uneven tone. The inclusion of Digital Ageing Defence™ helps shield against blue light and environmental stressors, promoting healthier skin.

Allantoin occurs naturally in the body, but can also be derived from the root of the Comfrey plant or Chamomile, or produced synthetically. It is used in skincare for its ability to promote wound healing and healthy tissue growth, by stimulating the fibroblasts in the dermis to produce collagen and elastin fibres, essential tissues for skin regeneration and healing. Allantoin has also been shown to have soothing and anti-irritant properties, which is thought to be down to its ability to form complexes with irritating agents, thus preventing them from activating inflammatory mechanisms within the skin.

allantoin

Bisabolol is a naturally-occurring active found in the chamomile plant, although this can also be created synthetically. It’s key properties are as an anti-inflammatory and soothing agent, with some studies also showing it to have a brightening effect on the skin. Bisabolol is also a rich source of Panthenol (Vitamin B5), which acts as a humectant, meaning it draws water molecules towards it to plump and hydrate the area. Studies have also shown that bisabolol can enhance the penetration of other actives into the skin, so is great when used in combination with other actives designed to work at the basal layer of the epidermis, or in fact the dermis.

bisabolol

green tea extract

Green Tea is a natural plant extract, rich in polyphenols, also known as catechins. Green Tea is particularly high in the catechin Epigallocatechin-3-gallate (EGCG), which is a powerful antioxidant, meaning it can neutralise free radicals to prevent them causing damage within the skin. It is one of the most well researched natural plant extracts used in skincare, with studies also showing it to have an anti-inflammatory and anti-microbial effect.

Sunflower seed oil is a natural oil derived from the seeds of the sunflower plant. It is rich in omega fatty acids and used in skincare for its emollient and antioxidant properties. 

helianthus annuus seed oil

This ultra-hydrating daily moisturiser delivers broad-spectrum pure mineral protection against the sun’s harmful UVA and UVB rays. The modernised formula with Digital Ageing Defence™ helps to fight against the effects of blue light and environmental skin stressors.

blackheads

blemishes

This serum targets fine lines, wrinkles, and uneven skin tone, enhancing skin firmness and radiance. It contains antioxidants and peptides to hydrate and protect against environmental stressors, promoting a smoother, more youthful appearance.

Matricaria Chamomilla, also known as German Chamomile, is a plant highly concentrated in two active components: bisabolol and chamazulene. Bisabolol has a number of well-researched skin benefits, including as an anti-inflammatory agent, and also in promoting wound healing. Chamazulene has been shown to provide an anti-inflammatory effect by inhibiting the production of inflammatory chemicals in the body, in addition to providing antioxidant benefits to protect skin from damage from free radicals.

chamomile extract

Chamomile contains high levels of naturally-occurring compounds called terpenoids, the most famous being bisabolol. Bisabolol is known for its soothing properties, so including Chamomile extract in skincare can also provide this benefit.

Niacinamide, also known as Vitamin B3 and Nicotinamide, has many skincare benefits. Firstly, it regulates sebum production in the skin, which in turn reduces blemishes and visible pore size. It also reduces facial redness by improving microcirculation, which means moving the blood inside the capillaries away from the face to reduce visible redness. It also has the ability to strengthen the natural lipid barrier of the skin by encouraging ceramide production (the building blocks which seal our skin cells together), which in turn increases the hydration within the epidermis. Lastly, niacinamide works to help reduce hyperpigmentation by blocking melanin from being deposited on the skin cells.

niacinamide

prebiotics

Prebiotics in simple terms, can be classed as a food source that encourages the growth of good bacteria on the skin. The microbiome (the ecosystem of bacteria on the skin) is a relatively new discovery and we are learning that this is linked to many different aspects of our health, mood and appearance. A diverse breadth in the strains of bacteria living on the skin results in a healthy microbiome, and some early research has linked certain imbalances in this microbiome to skin conditions such as acne, ezcema and psoriasis.

Probiotics

Calcium pantothenate is the salt of pantothenic acid, a form of Vitamin B5. Its main benefit in cosmetics is as a humectant, meaning it can draw water molecules to it, hydrating and plumping the area it has been applied to.

Pantothenic acid also supports the natural lipid barrier of the skin, by encouraging the production of a precursor to fatty acids & sphingolipids, both of which are essential parts of the skin barrier. This mechanism helps to moisturise the skin by reducing trans-epidermal water loss (TEWL), therefore retaining more moisture within the skin. This also helps to reduce inflammation in dry or broken skin, as an intact skin barrier will prevent potential irritants from getting into the epidermis.

vitamin b5

Vitamin B5 is a humectant, meaning it can draw water molecules to it, hydrating and plumping the area it has been applied to. It also supports the natural lipid barrier of the skin, by encouraging the production of a precursor to fatty acids & sphingolipids, both of which are essential parts of the skin barrier. This mechanism helps to moisturise the skin by reducing trans-epidermal water loss (TEWL), therefore retaining more moisture within the skin. This also helps to reduce inflammation in dry or broken skin, as an intact skin barrier will prevent potential irritants from getting into the epidermis.

The Grey Recovery Face Serum is suitable for normal, sensitive, combination, oily, and patchy skin. It delivers potent antioxidants and superior skin-replenishing and -hydrating ingredients to the skin in a silky-smooth transparent serum fluid. This unique combination addresses the appearance of wrinkles, improves the feel of firmness, and uneven skin tone, and leaves skin looking perfectly radiant. It will help to balance and revitalize skin, leading to a healthier, radiant appearance. Recovery Face Serum from The Grey is a superior antioxidant concentrated serum to make your skin hydrated, softer, and younger-looking. This high-performance, silky-smooth serum contains vitamin-derived antioxidants, soothing anti-aging plant extracts, and Peptides, the ideal assortment of beneficial ingredients for your skin. This recovery serum amplifies your skin’s hydration and fends off the environmental assault for a refreshed, more even-looking complexion.

Counter Culture

dehydration

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.

Jojoba oil is a natural oil from the jojoba plant. It is structurally similar to our skin's natural sebum (oil), so absorbs very well into the skin and doesn't clog the pores. It is fantastic for nourishing the skin and is naturally high in fatty acids, antioxidants and vitamins to optimise skin barrier health.

jojoba oil

red algae

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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