Dead Sea Mineral Skin Care Ingredients

Dead Sea Mineral Skin Care Ingredients

Day Time Lotion & Night Cream Ingredients:

Dead Sea Mineral Water, Aloe Vera, Shea Oil, Grapeseed Oil, Rice Bran Oil, Xanthan gum, Allantoin,Honeyquat, Hydrovance, INCI: (Vegetable) Glycerin, Water, Zizyphus Jujuba (Jujube) Fruit Extract, Macrocystis Pyrifera (Sea Kelp) Extract, Yeast Extract, Chondrus Crispus (Carrageenan/Irish Moss) Extract, Porphyra Umbilicalis (Nori) Extract, Phenoxyethanol. INCI: (Vegetable) Glycerin, Water, Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seed Extract, Epilobium Angustifolium (Willow Leaf) Extract, Phyllanthus Emblica (Amalaki) Fruit Extract, Algae Extract, Foeniculum Vulgare (Fennel) Fruit Extract, INCI: (Vegetable) Glycerin, Water, Citrullus Vulgaris (Watermelon) Fruit Extract, Rosa Canina (Rosehips) Fruit Extract, Triticum Vulgare (Wheat) Germ Extract, Camellia Sinensis (Green Tea) Leaf Extract, Ginko Biloba Leaf Extract, INCI: Sodium Hyaluronate, Hydroxy-Moist INCI: Sodium Lactate,INCI: Quaternium-79 Hydrolyzed Wheat Protein, IncI Methysulfony Methane, Optiphen Plus,

Mineral Facial Serum Ingredients:

Dead Sea Mineral Water, Aloe Vera, Xanthan Gum, Hyaluronic Acid, & Secale Cereale (Rye) Seed Extract , Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis Seed Extract, NaPCA (sodium pyrrolidone carboxylic acid), Lactic Acid, Sodium Lactate, Urea, Yeast Extract,Allantoin, MSM(methysulfony methane), Dermalife/Creatine, Caffine,Optiphen PlusINCI: (Vegetable) Glycerin, Water, Zizyphus Jujuba (Jujube) Fruit Extract, Macrocystis Pyrifera (Sea Kelp) Extract, Yeast Extract, Chondrus Crispus (Carrageenan/Irish Moss) Extract, Porphyra Umbilicalis (Nori) Extract, Phenoxyethanol. INCI: (Vegetable) Glycerin, Water, Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seed Extract, Epilobium Angustifolium (Willow Leaf) Extract, Phyllanthus Emblica (Amalaki) Fruit Extract, Algae Extract, Foeniculum Vulgare (Fennel) Fruit Extract, INCI: (Vegetable) Glycerin, Water, Citrullus Vulgaris (Watermelon) Fruit Extract, Rosa Canina (Rosehips) Fruit Extract, Triticum Vulgare (Wheat) Germ Extract, Camellia Sinensis (Green Tea) Leaf Extract, Ginko Biloba Leaf Extract, (Vegetable) Glycerin, Water, Citrullus Vulgaris (Watermelon) Fruit Extract, Rosa Canina (Rosehips) Fruit Extract, Triticum Vulgare (Wheat) Germ Extract, Camellia Sinensis (Green Tea) Leaf Extract, Ginko Biloba Leaf ExtractINCI: Sodium Hyaluronate, Hydroxy-Moist INCI: Sodium Lactate,INCI: Quaternium-79 Hydrolyzed Wheat Protein, IncI Methysulfony Methane, Optiphen Plus.

Mineral Eye Serum Ingredients:

Dead Sea Mineral Water, Aloe Vera, Xanthan Gum, Hyaluronic Acid, Cell-Ox2 Phyto Peptide, & Secale Cereale (Rye) Seed Extract , Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis Seed Extract, NaPCA (sodium pyrrolidone carboxylic acid), Lactic Acid, Sodium Lactate, Urea, Yeast Extract,Allantoin, MSM(methysulfony methane), Dermalife/Creatine, Caffine,Optiphen PlusINCI: (Vegetable) Glycerin, Water, Zizyphus Jujuba (Jujube) Fruit Extract, Macrocystis Pyrifera (Sea Kelp) Extract, Yeast Extract, Chondrus Crispus (Carrageenan/Irish Moss) Extract, Porphyra Umbilicalis (Nori) Extract, Phenoxyethanol. INCI: (Vegetable) Glycerin, Water, Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seed Extract, Epilobium Angustifolium (Willow Leaf) Extract, Phyllanthus Emblica (Amalaki) Fruit Extract, Algae Extract, Foeniculum Vulgare (Fennel) Fruit Extract, INCI: (Vegetable) Glycerin, Water, Citrullus Vulgaris (Watermelon) Fruit Extract, Rosa Canina (Rosehips) Fruit Extract, Triticum Vulgare (Wheat) Germ Extract, Camellia Sinensis (Green Tea) Leaf Extract, Ginko Biloba Leaf Extract, (Vegetable) Glycerin, Water, Citrullus Vulgaris (Watermelon) Fruit Extract, Rosa Canina (Rosehips) Fruit Extract, Triticum Vulgare (Wheat) Germ Extract, Camellia Sinensis (Green Tea) Leaf Extract, Ginko Biloba Leaf ExtractINCI: Sodium Hyaluronate, Hydroxy-Moist INCI: Sodium Lactate,INCI: Quaternium-79 Hydrolyzed Wheat Protein, IncI Methysulfony Methane, Optiphen Plus.

Mineral Facial Toner Ingredients:

Dead Sea Mineral Water, Hydrovance, Wheat protein, Honeyquat, (Vegetable) Glycerin, Water, Citrullus Vulgaris (Watermelon) Fruit Extract, Rosa Canina (Rosehips) Fruit Extract, Triticum Vulgare (Wheat) Germ Extract, Camellia Sinensis (Green Tea) Leaf Extract, Ginko Biloba Leaf Extract, Centella Asiatica (Gotu Kola) Extract, Geranium Maculatum (Geranium) Extract, Saintpaulia Ionantha (African Violet) Flower Extract, Chamomilla Recutita Matricaria (German Chamomile) Flower Extract, Lippia Citriodora (Lemon Verbena) Flower Extract, Phenoxyethanol, optiphen plus.

Glycolic Facial Peel Ingredients:

INCI:Aloe Barbadensis Extract, Citrullus Vulgaris (Watermelon) Fruit Extract, Rosa Canina (Rosehips) Fruit Extract, Triticum Vulgare (Wheat) Germ Extract, Camellia Sinensis (Green Tea) Leaf Extract, Ginko Biloba Leaf Extract , Glycolic Acid, Sodium Lactate, Dehydroxanthan Gum, Panthenol, Tocopherol Acetate, Allantoin.

Mineral Mask Ingredients:

Dead Sea Mineral Water, Glycerin, Kaolin Clay,Titanium Dioxide, Zinc Oxide, Wheat protein, Honeyquat, Hydrovance, Lecithin, Green Tea Extract, Optiphen Plus.

Brown Sugar Facial Scrub Ingredients:

Brown Sugar, Distilled Water, Aloe Vera, Shea Butter, Olive Oil, Soy Oil, ricinus oil,avocado oil, primrose oil, rose hip oil, jojoba oil, emulsifying wax, stearic acid, wheat protein, honeyquat, hydrovance, allantoin, msm, titanium dioxide, xanthan gum, optiphen plus, fragrance & or essential oil.

Mineral Facial Bar Ingredients -

Dead Sea Water, Shea Butter, Olive Oil, Soy Oil, Cottonseed Oil, Avocado Oil, Jojoba Oil, Ricinus Oil, Coconut Oil, Lecithin, Veg Stearic Acid, Dead Sea Clay, Norwegian Sea Kelp, Fragrance &/or Essential Oils.

Why do We use certain Ingredients???

Purpose & general descriptions for our Mineral Skin Care Ingredients:

Caffine:

it also has skin firming, toning, and astringent effects. Its diuretic effect works to eliminate "puffiness". It improves circulation to the surface area to which it is applied, and also has significant functions in tanning or after-sun-care products according to an article published at WebMD, caffeine is touted as a vehicle to prevent skin cancer.

Glycolic Acid:

Our peel is a 5% level - perfect for exfoliation used to resurface without being overly irritating. Can be left on for 30 minutes as a mask or even overnight - if you are highly sensitive...use a dab on neck or forearm for 30 minutes to test for possible irritation before putting on entire face.

Kaolin Clay:

Calming - non drying. Cleanses, tones and purifies without stripping skin of natural essential oils.

Brown Sugar:

An excellent mild, yet very effective exfoliant. Helps to resurface without over stripping - leaves skin feeling soft & silky. Combined with our creamy ingredients - you get a wonderfully creamy scrub that nourishes while it exfoliates.

MSM:

MSM - MethySulfony Methane INCI: MethySulfony Methane

An organic sulfur known as nature's beauty mineral as well as being famed for its ability to relieve pain due to joint or muscle injury or weakness.

An exteremly versitile, food grade, ingredient which can be utilized in your skin care products geared toward anti aging, firming treatments as well as in you rmassage / body lotions and creams geared towardd pain relieving treatments.
Truly a single base solution because MSM is a building block for:

collagen - crucial for skin tone and elasticity
glucosamine - which is crucial for healthy joints
chondroitin - which is crucial for health cartilage necessary for smooth joint movement and function

Dermalife/Creatine:

The physiological fatigue of skin evidenced by the early signs of aging is caused by stress and environmental influences. The consequence is a decrease of the energy amount stored in the cells followed by a suppressed capability to synthesize proteins such as collagen, elastin, and keratin. Additionally, cells experience increased oxidative stress as they age, increasing the amount of energy required for internal defenses. So, a well-working energy metabolism is essential for skin’s cell vitality.

Allantoin:

Allantoin has been classified by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) Over-the-Counter (OTC) Topical Analgesic Review Panel as a Category I (safe and effective) active ingredient skin protectant. Allantoin has been widely used for decades in cosmetic and OTC topical formulations because it is so effective. The most popular applications are in the prevention and treatment of dry and chapped skin and lips.Allantoin is a free flowing white powder, derived from Comfrey.

Hyaluronic Acid:

Superior Moisturization: Hyaluronic Acid is known as the most effective moisturizer ever discovered. A 1% aqueous solution is incredibly effective, even at 0.1-1%. Hyaluronic Acid has recently been used to create Hylaform Gel, an FDA Approved injectable material that aestheticians and plastic surgeons predict will replace collagen injections because the risk of reaction is lower (most collagen being of bovine origin) and Hylaform Gel is more effective, and the results last longer than those of collagen injections.

Hyaluronic Acid 1% is an aqueous solution. During manufacture, special attention is paid above all to maintaining its high relative molecular mass and a high degree of purity. Hyaluronic acid is made up of approx. 1,000 to 10,000 disaccharide units in the form of unbranched, long chains. Each disaccharide unit consist of one molecule each of glucuronic acid and N- HYALURONIC ACID the most effective moisturizer ever discovered acetylglucosamine. The high viscosity of Hyaluronic Acid derives from the very pronounced hydrophilic characteristics of Hyaluronic acid.

In water, low concentrations suffice to yield a highly viscous solution with outstanding spreading and lubricating properties. In connective tissue, Hyaluronic acid fills the space between collagenous and elastic fibers and the cells. It is particularly responsible for the visco-elastic characteristics of tissue, especially those of the skin.

Effect: In view of its high relative molecular mass the Hyaluronic acid is not absorbed following application to the skin. Instead, it forms a thin, light permeable, invisible, visco-elastic surface film. This fixes the moisture on the surface of the skin. The Hyaluronic acid film helps to preserve the principal characteristics of young, healthy skin, such as smoothness, elasticity and tone. The Hyaluronic acid film supports the skin’s natural protective mechanism. Since it is an excellent water reservoir and an ideal lubricant, Hyaluronic acid, when incorporated into cosmetics, leads to a perceptible and visible improvement in skin condition.

Sodium Lactate:

Sodium Lactate is the sodium salt of natural L(+)-Lactic Acid, produced through the fermentation of sugar, an AHA that occurs everywhere in nature and is a natural moisturizing factor (NMF) constituent of skin. Sodium Lactate is a superior moisturizer, increasing the moisture content of skin by up to 90%. When compared to other commonly used moisturizers, it's water holding capacity is second only to Sodium Hyaluronate (Hyaluronic Acid), as referenced by the table below.

Sodium Lactate is an edible material that has been used for decades in the meat-packing industry because it effectively forces cells to hold water.

It is a mild, multifunctional ingredient that offers the following benefits in formulations:

Reduces irritation potentail and increases efficacy of Alpha and Beta Hydroxy Acids
Makes oils and butters less greasy and more moisturizing because it lengthens the carbon chain of oils
Significantly increases and accelerates the action (particularly the skin lightening action) of Vitamin C and its derivatives
Antimicrobial action helps facilitate product preservation
In production of bar soaps, use of Sodium Lactate will result in bigger yield, faster cure times, and improved product aesthetics/performance
Having a very slick, emollient, almost oily feel, Sodium Lactate can be used to reduce tack and improve skin feel of aqueous systems in which oils or esters could not be used
Because of it's water binding capacity and emollient feel, makes a fabulous component of salon "cutting lotions" or detanglers
Dramatically improved moisture content of skin even when utilized in rinse-off products.

Botopical:

A rye extract rich in mineral salts, reduces the phenomena of microtensing and visibly smoothes expression lines.

Recommended in all anti-wrinkle formulae, BOTOPICAL® relaxes the features while at the same time conversing the natural mobility of the face.

When compared to competitive products (such as Argireline and Haloxyl), BOTOPICAL® ::

Shows a higher percentage of results in every area.
Shows a better distribution of the results (# of people presenting results).
Has been more thoroughly tested in clinical trials.
Shows results on the nasolabial fold (laugh line) area in addition to the brow and crow's feet areas.

HydraNew Moisture Repair:

The skin contains natural Humectants, the most important being NaPCA (sodium pyrrolidone carboxylic acid). As skin ages, it contains decreasing amounts to a percentage as low as 50. HydraNew is made from an effective combination of moisturizers, proteins and humectants.

HydraNew is in response to the high demand for cosmetic humectants. Made from a combination of effective moisturizers, proteins and humectants, HydraNew is effective at making skin more soft and elastic. HydraNew is comprised of Pyrrolidone Carboxylic Acid (PCA) and its salts, lactic acid, sodium lactate, urea, and collagen amino acids. The sodium salt of PCA is a natural humectant in skin. NaPCA is extremely hygroscopic thus increasing skin moisture and feel. Lactic acid is an excellent moisturizer and an alpha hydroxy acid that not only exfoliates but stimulates skin cell regeneration. Sodium lactate is also a moisturizer. Urea, an ingredient of the skin’s natural moisturizing factor, imparts moisture to the skin and also has the ability to plasticize skin. Collagen amino acids are another skin moisturizer and conditioner.

Phytolift:

a biopolymer of sweet almond proteins. It forms a continuous, elastic and smooth film, firming the skin just as after a face lift. Phytolift® represents a use of patented cross-linking technology, biopolymerization, that reinforces the natural lifting effect of sweet almond proteins. This patented process favors hydrophobic interactions, increases the affinity of Phytolift® for skin lipids and facilitates its adsorption. The three-dimensional high molecular weight protein network of Phytolift® forms a film on the surface of the skin that smoothes the microrelief and provides an immediate anti-wrinkle effect.

The skin is firmer, more radiant, younger. For its firming, smoothing and remodeling effect, Phytolift® is recommended in all anti-age formulae: face, eye contour, lips and body.

Cell-Ox2 Phyto Peptide:

An advanced natural source peptide, that has been developed specifically to address the conditions of dark circles and puffiness in the EYE area.

In-vivo tests have confirmed visible results after only 4 weeks. Cell-Ox2 Phyto Peptide®:

• Improves microcirculation.

• Protects the integrity of the collagen and elastin bundle.

• Reduces the effects that free radicals have upon the skin.

Moisturizing botanicals & extracts for Day Lotion, Night Cream, Eye Serum, & Facial Serum:

Jujube Extract: Boosts Skin & Hair’s Resistance to Moisture Loss. Also known as Chinese Date Extract, Jujube Seeds are commonly used in herbal formulas because they deepen and prolong the beneficial effects of the product. Having a very high vitamin C content, the fruit has been used medicinally for millennia by many cultures. This extract has fabulous moisturizing as well as calming properties.

Sea Kelp Extract: Marine Extract Delivers Excellent Moisturization. Revitalizing and mineral rich, Kelp Extract offers results as well as exotic label appeal. Tone, sooth, firm, and moisturize with this exquisite gift from the Pacific Sea. Macrocystis Pyrifera, also known as “Giant Kelp” is a brown alga, and has been nicknamed “The Redwood of the Ocean”.

Yeast Extract: Extreme Moisture + Increased Collagen. As many of you know, some of today’s MOST fabulous cosmetic actives are produced through biofermentation of yeast cells, Sodium Hyaluronate to name one. A popular french active based on live yeast cells was the first to claim it could boost your skin’s collagen production and thereby reduce the appearance of wrinkles. This extract offers THE best moisturization, barnone …and unlike that french active, the smell won’t knock you over.

Irish Moss Extract: Emollient, Skin & Hair Softener. This form of red algae offers emolliency, and improved hydrationas well as being a source of proteins, vitamin A, sugar, starch, vitamin B1, iron, sodium, phosphorus, magnesium, copper, and calcium.

Nori Extract: Improved Circulation & Hydration from Japanese Seaweed. Called “Food of the Gods”, the Japanese Seaweed industry employs some 35,000 people. Considered a staple in the modern Japanese diet, Nori offers increased circulation, hydration and lends its powerful antioxidant properties. In the West, seaweed wraps and facial treatments have been a staple in a different type of environment:

Anti Aging Botanicals & Extracts for our Day Lotion, Night Cream, Eye Serum, & Facial Serum:

Sunflower Extract: Anti-Wrinkle, AntiOxidant. Rich in phenolic acids, Sunflower Seed Extract is used widely in professional hair and skin care due to its ability to provide protection from sun and environmental stresses by inhibiting protein glycation reaction, as well as boosting shine. Furthermore, this amazing ingredient helps prevent the crosslinking that causes collagen fibers to lose elasticity.
Willow Leaf Extract: Inhibition of 5-alpha-reductase. From the family of the fabulous Evening Primrose, Epilobium Angustifolium is also known as “Fireweed” or “Rose-Bay Willow Herb”. One of the hottest items on the botanical market today, Epilobium Angustifolium is currently being studied the world over due to its astounding ability to inhibit 5-alphareductase, more commonly know as DHT. 5-alpha-reductase is an enzyme that rears its ugly head in later life, causing both adult acne and male/female pattern baldness, as well as other issues typically associated with the aging process.
Amalaki Extract: Battling Discoloration & Age Spots. Phyllanthus Emblica has recently received much attention as a very valuable botanical extract, and has been used to combat the signs of premature aging, as well as being used to combat striae and wrinkles alike. Amalaki’s powerful antioxidant properties and high content of Vitamin C are believed to be partly responsible for its efficacy. CRODA has touted its benefits, and the popular “Stri-Vectin SD” contains Phyllanthus Emblica, which is an important component of t“Striadril Complex.
Algae Extract: Firming & Moisturization. Algae Extract is the newest, hottest tensor due to its all-natural and marine dervied appeal. By inhibiting degradation of the extra cellular matrix, this active exhibits an excllent firming effect, in addition to improving skin’s moisture content. Algae Extract contains polysaccharides (sugars) that act as natural humectants (helps to promote the retention of moisture in the skin); alginates (components that provide moisture and elasticity to the skin); fucoidanes (sulfated polysaccharides that stimulate circulation); polyphenols (anti septic, anti-inflammatory agents and anti-oxidants); and fucosterol (an excellent emollient, blood stimulant, diuretic and moisturizing agent).
Fennel Extract: Soothing, Diuretic, Antimicrobial. The strong diuretic properties of fennel extract, as well as it’s ability to soothe and cool have long been known. In fact, Foeniculum Vulgare was hailed in folk medicine of the Arabian peninsula for these as well as other purposes. Women in particular often take on a “puffy” or “bloated” look in the morning, which can be effectively reduced through the use of diuretics. A less known property of this fabulous botanical is its antimicrobial activity. Fennel Extract prevents the growth of Staphylococcus aureus and Bacillus subtilis.

Firming and Toning Agent for our Mineral Facial Toner:

Gotu Kola Extract: Healthy, Firm Skin. Gotu kola extract comes from the gotu kola plant, an herb that has a long history of use in India’s Ayurvedic medicine, and grows native to India, as well as China, Africa, Sri Lanka, Australia and even certain parts of the United States. Gotu Kola is best known for promoting Healthy Skin and being a mild diuretic, lends its firming action to this blend.
Geranium Extract: Anti-Inflammatory, Astringent. This well-known antioxidant also has anti-inflammatory properties, making it an excellent all-around inclusion. Extract of geranium is a powerful astringent, and, unlike tannic acid in its action, does not cause a dryness of the surfaces to which it is applied, but produces its toning influence upon them with the continuance of their natural moisture.
African Violet Extract: Rejuvenating, Antibacterial. The Mbololo Forest in the Taita Hills in Kenya’s Coast Province is what is known as a cloud mountain forest, its steep terrain bathed in cloud. Its moist habitat is home to a great many plant species. Among them, growing on cliffs and large rocks under the forest canopy, is a wild population of the Saintpaulia Ionantha species of African violets. This treasure is often used to make a “rejuvenating Definition Description elixir” which is thought to have magical properties. Studies in the African Journal of Biomedical Research show it to have antioxidant, antibacterial, cleansing and toning properties.
German Chamomile Extract: Firming, Protective. Among chamomiles there is wide variation in the levels of active components. Phytomedical research has established the primacy of one variety, distinguished by the exceptionally high content of the active components: Matricaria chamomilla, commonly known as German Chamomile. Levomenol, azulenes and flavonoids from this exotic firm and protect.
Lemon Verbena Extract: Clarifies, Revitalizes. This vibrant, refreshing botanical has well known antibacterial, antisceptic and astringent properties. It is widely used in top shelf cosmetics for its clarifying and revitalizing properties.