We are proud and happy to present the CosMix Oleo Blend active series, as a new addition to the CosMix tailor-made cosmetics concept. Oleo blends not only introduce new actives, but also create possibilities for mixtures with different textures, resulting in new sensorial experiences. The Oleo Active Blends selection includes 6 highly concentrated active oil blends, the properties of which are time tested and validated with series of performance tests. The Oleo Active Blends are composed of micro-structured oily extracts, concentrated and stabilized by a patented green-extraction process. Each Blend is a unique and optimized synergy of vegetable oils and different plant extracts. Vegetable oils are used as green and renewable extractants. They are safe and bioactive in vivo, no organic solvent or any chemical product or catalysers are used. Plants are chosen to respect sustainability and biodiversity. The Oleo Active Blends have high stability, low oxidation levels and high concentrations of active biomolecules. The extraction is a physical eco-process, with carefully controlled drying and cryo-grinding phases. The extraction is intensiďŹ ed with microwaves and ultrasounds, and no preservative is added.
‌ skincare our way Our skin is the window to our health, which means we should take a holistic approach to it to maintain a beautiful and healthy look. Our skin condition and our overall lifestyle are tightly connected, which means healthy skin is an inside job: diet is vital, as well as exercise and water intake. If no healthy lifestyle is followed, then the products are not as effective and the synergy between the inner and outer health is off-balance. Our approach to skincare is simple; we aim to support the skin's natural properties, maintain its natural conditions and abilities to cope with the environmental effects, to repair itself, and to regain functional balance. The better the health of the cells, the better the skin's appearance and the slower the aging and decline process will be. We believe in preventive treatments, in the importance of regular care, and personalized regimen. We keep our skin care regimens simple, but diverse. Ingredients need to work in synergy, the combinations are key.
‌ the details We give you the insight of each active blends one by one, to provide all the necessary background information, so you can use and combine them with the greatest possible accuracy and efďŹ ciency. As a quick-reference the OleoActive Blends'Matrix is also there to help in composing your formulas.
… the carriers The carriers of the active extracts are squalane and hemisqualane, which are plantderived, non-polar hydrocarbons, with a great sensorial profile and proven skin care benefits. Squalane is one of the highest quality and most versatile emollients on the market due to its biocompatibility and consistently robust composition. It resists oxidation and is stable to UV and temperature variations. Squalane is a non-polar, fully saturated, and very stable hydrocarbon which also happens to be naturally present in the skin. It is an exceptional moisturizer, preventing moisture loss and imparting suppleness and flexibility to skin. It provides a silky, smooth and luxurious touch, without a greasy, heavy after-feel. Proven skin benefits: Non-comedogenic Increases cell turnover Provides moisture Improves skin elasticity Reduces the appearance of wrinkles and fine lines Enhances skin barrier integrity
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Hemisqualane is a C15 hydrocarbon, it creates elegant and light textures with a nontacky, non-greasy, silky finish. Proven skin benefits: High spreadability Luxurious and light textures Soft and silky after-feel Excellent cleansing properties Non-comedogenic
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Both our squalene and hemisqualane are gained through a unique process that enables the production of plant sugar derived pure end-products from renewable sources.
protecting
nourishing
skin repair
anti-aging
Cosmetic Benefits Reinforcement of the barrier function Improvement of the membrane fluidity Moisturizing power Free radical scavenger Protection against oxidative stress
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Ingredients (INCI): Hemisqualane (C13-15 Alkane), Rapeseed (Brassica Campestris Seed) Oil, False Flax (Camelina Sativa) Seed Oil, Indian Fig Cactus / Prickly Pear / Opuntia Cactus (Opuntia Ficus-Indica) Flower Extract Active Biomolecules ź Linolenic acid 3, ź Vitamin A, C, E, K ź Flavonoids ź Tannins ź Betanins Recommended Dose 1-5%
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OPUNTIA CACTUS FLOWER EXTRACT Opuntia is commonly known as Prickly Pear or Indian Fig Cactus. Prickly pear is a desert plant, one of the most cold-tolerant of lowland cacti. Thanks to its resistance to extreme desert conditions, this flower has a lot of dermatological protective and anti-aging properties. It is rich in much needed minerals and vitamins, such as vitamin A, vitamin C, calcium and potassium while also containing tannins, flavonoids, betanins and alkaloids. Vitamin A and C are important vitamins that play a role in protecting and repairing the skin while also supporting the production of structural proteins thus supporting the skin structure. Due to the content of tannins, flavonoids, betanins and alkaloids, prickly pear can improve the overall appearance of the skin. The high tannin content of prickly pear can act as a natural astringent, which is great for tightening thus minimizing the appearance of the pores. Betanins are phytochemicals that only a few plants produce to protect themselves by acting as an antioxidant. The flavonoids and alkaloids work synergistically to protect, repair and soothe the skin and hair. The plant is identified for its synergistic antioxidant and anti-histaminic properties. The extracts of cactus flower have been recycled as a component in a range of skincare products. This sharp plant also has a high moisture content due to the presence of carbohydrates and sugars, which isolate water to keep the plant hydrated. These carbohydrates and sugars move water through the plants system to hydrate and promote repair. They also work to keep the skin and hair hydrated and conditioned which is a key factor to keep skin looking young and healthy.
RAPESEED OIL The rapeseed plant is a cool season small annual flowering herb with deep taproots. It grows to about 100-150 cm in height and bears beautiful golden- yellow flowers, which eventually develop into seedpods measuring about 5 cm in length. Each seedpod holds 20 to 35 tiny, round mustard-like seeds. The seeds carry about 40% of oil. The seed is harvested from pods that are formed after the flowers fade away. Rapeseed Oil, which is formally known as Brassica Campestris, is fragrance free oil that contains the lowest saturated fat of all oils, and has no carbohydrates or sugar in it. It is a great source of healthy fats such as omega-3, omega-6 fatty acids and also Alpha Linolenic Acid (ALA). The body does not produce the fatty acids found in Rapeseed Oil naturally, however they offer amazing emollient and antioxidant properties for the skin. The emollient property of Rapeseed Oil helps moisturize and prevent dry, itchy skin, which keeps the skin looking smooth and healthy. Rapeseed Oil also contains vitamins K and E, the latter one is considered an antioxidant that eliminates free radicals that harm the body and intensifies the appearance of aging skin. Overall Rapeseed oil is considered to aid in regenerating, restructuring, replenishing and rejuvenating the skin. Vitamin E is also a lipid-soluble antioxidant, meaning that it can help protect the integrity of cell membranes throughout the body. Mucus membranes are important for protecting our body from foreign substances and constitute an important part of our immune system.
CAMELINA SEED OIL Camelina sativa is a flowering plant in the family Brassicaceae and is usually known in English as camelina, gold-of-pleasure, or false flax, also occasionally wild flax, linseed dodder, German sesame, and Siberian oilseed. It is native to Europe and to Central Asian areas. This plant is cultivated as oilseed crop mainly in Europe and in North America.
Camelina oil has been used for centuries for medicinal purposes, for food and for lamp oil during the bronze age. The seeds were simply crushed and the oil released. It is considered a weed in much of Europe. Camelina Oil is a rich source of alpha-linolenic acid, an omega-3 fatty acid. This is combined with a unique antioxidant complex makes this oil incredibly stable and highly resistant to rancidity and heat. kin As the name implies, essential fatty acids cannot be produced by the body so they need to be ingested or applied to the skin when treating skin conditions. In a series of studies beginning in 1929, George and Mildred Burr determined the essentiality of certain fatty acids by feeding rats diets entirely devoid of fat. Fat-deprived rats developed visible skin abnormalities, increased water loss across their skin (also referred to as trans-epidermal water loss (TEWL)), stunted growth, and impaired reproduction. One of the most important benefits of essential fatty acids are their powerful antiinflammatory effects on the skin. Skin conditions such as psoriasis and eczema are inflammatory conditions that cause redness, itching, dryness and chafing of the skin. The anti-inflammatory action of the essential fatty acids helps to relieve and soothe the skin as well as provide a healthy barrier that prevents bacteria from entering chafed, broken skin. Polyunsaturated fatty acids (omega-3 and omega-6) are essential for the healthy appearance of skin as well as proper skin function: In humans, an essential fatty acid deficiency results in dermatitis (scaling and dryness of the skin) as well as trans-epidermal water loss. Topical application of oil is an effective means of delivering EFAs (Essential Fatty Acids) to the skin and, eventually, to the rest of body. Because a significant portion of ingested EFAs may be oxidized by the liver (up to 60% of ALA (Alpha-Lipoic-Acid) and 20% of LA (Linoleic Acid) before reaching peripheral tissues, topical application may be a more efficient route of delivery for skin effects, especially during deficiency. Tocopherols (Vitamin E) in Camelina Oil have an important antioxidant function for the skin. These antioxidants may reduce UV-induced photodamage, signs of skin aging, as well as inflammatory skin responses.
OLEOMOIST protecting
nourishing
skin repair
anti-aging
Cosmetic Benefits Nutrition & moisturizing of the epidermis superior layers Improvement of membrane fluidity Prevention of lipoperoxidation Prevention of molecular ageing Free radical scavenger Protection against oxidative stress
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Ingredients (INCI): Hemisqualane (C13-15 Alkane), Sunflower (Helianthus Annuus) Seed Oil, Willow Herb / Fireweed (Epilobium Angustifolium) Extract Active Biomolecules ź Biophenols ź Linoleic acid 6 ź Oleic acid 9 ź Flavonoids ź Vitamin E, K ź Phytosterols Recommended Dose 1-5%
EPILOBIOM EXTRACT Fireweed - also known as willow-herb - is a flower plant which is also called Epilobium angustifolium. Fireweed is usually one of the first plants to grow on bare land. It is found in the streams and open woods. It adapts well to burned or cut-over forests, avalanche areas, swamps, riverbeds and deglaciated areas. North-American First Nations used fireweed externally for burns and other skin conditions, and drank it as a tea for gastro-intestinal and bronchial problems. Many early settlers from Europe already used native European Epilobium species for similar purposes. This herb is used as a tonic which contract the tissues and soften as well as soothe skin. Traditionally the plant is used to cleanse, soothe and heal minor burns, ulcers, skin rashes, afflictions and skin irritations. A poultice of peeled roots assist in skin sores, boils, swellings etc. Ointment made from the leaves helps to soothe skin problems. In addition to its medicinal uses, fireweed shoots can be eaten as a vegetable, while the young leaves can be added to salads. Fireweed has been found to contain several chemical compounds with anti-inflammatory and/or antibacterial properties. One, Oenothein-B, has been patented by a Canadian company and is now being marketed as an anti-irritant and anti-inflammatory ingredient for skin care products. Researchers are also investigating fireweed as a possible acne treatment.
SUNFLOWER SEED OIL Sunflower oil is the non-volatile oil pressed from the seeds of sunflower (Helianthus annuus). It is commonly used in food as a frying oil, and in cosmetic formulations as an emollient. Sunflower oil is a monounsaturated (MUFA)/polyunsaturated (PUFA) mixture of mostly oleic acid (omega-9)-linoleic acid (omega-6) group of oils. The oil content of the seed ranges from 22% to 36% (average, 28%): the kernel contains 45–55% oil. The expressed oil is of light amber colour with a mild and pleasant flavour. Sunflower seed oil is rich in linoleic acid, and has been used topically in the treatment of essential fatty-acid deficiency, rapidly reversing the disease with its excellent transcutaneous absorption. More locally, these essential fatty acids can help maintain the skin barrier and decrease trans-epidermal water loss, both important features in thinking about skin problems such as atopic dermatitis. Several studies have also suggested that sunflower seed oil has anti-inflammatory properties. Linoleic acid is the major lipid that converts to arachidonic acid, which leads to prostaglandin E2, an inflammatory modulator, possibly via peroxisome proliferativeactivated receptor-a (PPAR-a) activation. Sunflower oil is a natural and healthy way of maintaining great skin condition, thanks to its calming and emollient (moisturizing) properties. Being rich in nutrients and antioxidants, it is widely used for medicinal and cosmetic purposes and is found to be effective against acne, eczema, inflammation, general redness and irritation of the skin. Due to its emollient properties, sunflower oil helps the skin retain its moisture. Sunflower oil is extremely high in Vitamin E, which is essential for preventing damage to the skin cells by the ultraviolet light or UVA from the sun.
Sunflower oil is also rich in vitamins A, C and D and healthy carotenoids and waxes which form a protective barrier on the skin. Thus, this oil is effective in the treatment of acne. Being exceptionally light and non-greasy, it gets absorbed into the skin easily, without clogging or blocking the pores. Its range of vitamins and fatty acids act as antioxidants to regenerate the skin cells and help the skin get rid of acne causing bacteria. Beta-carotene is a richly pigmented, fat-soluble compound that can be converted into Vitamin A and its antioxidant properties are beneficial for the appearance of skin. Sunflower oil is an excellent source of beta-carotene. Consumption of this compound makes the skin less sensitive to the sun. The antioxidants in it neutralize the free radicals that penetrate skin, which cause sunburn and other types of sun damage such as skin cancer. The antioxidant properties of sunflower oil help in preventing premature signs of aging. The exposure to free radicals and sunlight increases the rate of aging of skin, causing the occurrence of wrinkles and fine lines at an early age. The antioxidants in sunflower oil lower the risk of developing premature signs of aging. Being naturally emollient, sunflower oil improves skin's moisture retention capacity and is beneficial for individuals with dry, dehydrated or sensitive skin.
OLEOFOSTER nourishing
protecting
skin repair
anti-aging
Cosmetic Benefits Nutrition & moisturizing Protection of photo-induced oxidative stress ROS (Reactive Oxygen Species) scavenger Prevention of molecular ageing Skin repair
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Ingredients (INCI): Hemisqualane (C13-15 Alkane), Olive (Olea Europaea Fruit) Oil, Myrtle (Myrtus Communis) Leaf Extract, Olive (Olea Europaea) Leaf Extract Active Biomolecules ź Biophenols ź Phenolic acids ź Ortho-diphenols ź Oleuropein ź Hydroxytyrosol ź Myricetin ź Caffeic acid ź Chlorogenic acid ź Squalene ź Flavonoids ź Tannins Recommended Dose 1-5%
MYRTLE LEAF EXTRACT Myrtus, with the common name myrtle, is a genus of flowering plants in the family Myrtaceae, described by Linnaeus in 1753. Myrtus communis — Common myrtle; native to the Mediterranean region in southern Europe. This aromatic evergreen shrub originates from Africa, and grows all around the Mediterranean. It is a dense shrub, with a lifespan of up to 300 years. It has small, shiny, dark green leaves which contain vesicles full of essential oil. It has fragrant and white, fivepetalled flowers with a spectacular spray of thin stamens. These are followed by purpleblack berries. In its natural habitat, myrtle can grow virtually tree height, up to about 4 m (14 ft). Myrtle's leaves and fruits have been widely used as folk medicine for the treatment of digestive, pulmonary and skin problems in many parts of the world. Its medicinal functions have been noted as early as 600 B.C. Highly concentrated in phenolic acids and flavonoids, of which ortho-diphenols are powerful antioxidants. Myrtle extract helps in scavenging the Reactive Oxygen Species (ROS) which develop in cutaneous cells. It protects from photo-induced oxidative stress 10 times more efficiently than pure vitamin E. Myrtle gained its popularity because of its antimicrobial properties – it could prevent the growth and development of five types of bacteria, including Escherichia coli, Staphylococcus aureus, Bacillus subtilis, Salmonella and Listeria species. It is an astringent, antiseptic – can be applied on wounds -, anti-inflammatory, expectorant, decongestant and stimulant properties. It also functions as an effective deodorizer.
OLIVE LEAF EXTRACT Myrtle oil is also high in tannins, which are water-soluble polyphenols. Studies have noted that the main chemical components of myrtle oil are pinene, cineole 1,8 and linalool. Pinene is found in many plants and is used as a liniment for rheumatism in aromatherapy and as a tonic for the respiratory system. Cineole, also called eucalyptol, is prevalent in Eucalyptus oil. Due to its expectorant properties, cineole is often used in lozenges. Linalool possesses sedative properties and can be used as an anaesthetic. In skincare, myrtle essential oil is valued for its astringent properties. It can help address oily skin, open pores, sagging skin, and acne. Olives are native to Asia Minor and Syria, but are cultivated in Mediterranean countries as well as Chile, Peru and South Australia. Just about everyone is familiar with the health beneďŹ ts of olive oil, but another part of the olive tree is less known, yet it provides incredible beneďŹ ts: the olive leaf. This traditional medicinal herb with therapeutic uses that dates back centuries has become popular among health advocates and can be used in a variety of medicinal applications, thanks to its powerful plant compounds that contain natural polyphenolic antioxidants. Olive leaf was ďŹ rst used medicinally in Ancient Egypt and was a symbol of heavenly power. It was also used to mummify pharaohs. More recent knowledge of the olive leaf's medicinal properties dates back to the early 1800s when pulverised leaves were used in a drink to lower fevers. A few decades later, green olive leaves were used in tea as a treatment for malaria.
The leaf extract stimulates the synthesis of fibres – collagens, elastin and proteoglycans in the extracellular matrix. It also helps to balance the regeneration of the epidermis. One of the primary substances in olive leaf is a compound known as oleuropein, and it's been attracting the attention of scientists for over 100 years – it offers antifungal, antiviral and antibacterial activities. Lab studies have discovered that the extract of the olive leaf is effective for battling microorganisms like fungi, bacteria, protozoa and viruses. Wounds heal faster with olive leaf extract, according to a study published in a 2011 issue of "Journal of Medicinal Foods." Olive leaf extract protects against skin damage from sun exposure, say researchers of a study published in a 2010 "Phytotherapy Research" journal. Olive leaf extract and an active constituent of olive leaf, called oleuropein, given twice daily for 14 days inhibited skin-thickening reactions to ultraviolet radiation. The extract and oleuropein also slowed melanin production and inhibited an enzyme that breaks down skin tissue. Oleuropein extract of olive leaf reduced reddening of the skin, dehydration and blood flow to the skin better than vitamin E, according to a study published in a 2008 "International Journal of Cosmetic Science."
OLEOSLICK anti-wrinkle smoothing
anti-aging
anti-acne
skin repair
nourishing
protecting
Cosmetic Benefits Wrinkle filling and smoothing Skin repair Acne fighting Nutrition & moisturizing Healing, antiseptic and restorative effect Purifying Free radical scavenges Protection against oxidative stress
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Ingredients (INCI): Hemisqualane (C13-15 Alkane), Sunflower (Helianthus Annuus) Seed Oil, Propolis Extract Active Biomolecules ź Fatty alcohols ź Fatty acids ź Polyphenols ź Vitamin A, E ź Waxes ź Unsaponifiables ź Linoleic acid ź Tocopherols Recommended Dose 1-5%
PROPOPLIS For 5000 years people have recognised and used Propolis as natural medicinal and antiseptic aid for healing wounds. The word PROPOLIS is reputed to have been coined by Aristotle, from the Greek words “pro” (before) and “polis” (city), meaning, “Before The City”, or “Defender Of The City”. The Greeks are known to have used Propolis for abscesses, Assyrians for healing wounds and the ancient Egyptians as a preservative during embalming and purification prior to mummification. It is said that Queen Cleopatra of Egypt - always in search of healthy skin care ingredients – frequently used propolis. Propolis – aka. bee glue, bee penicillin - is a natural resinous mixture produced by honey bees from substances collected from parts of plants, buds, and exudates. Due to its waxy nature and mechanical properties, bees use propolis in the construction and repair of their hives for sealing openings and cracks and smoothing out the internal walls and as a protective barrier against external invaders like snakes, lizards, and so forth, or against weathering threats like wind and rain. Bees gather propolis from different plants, in the temperate climate zone the main source is poplar.
Propolis is a complex mixture of plant-derived compounds. In general, raw propolis is composed of around 50% resins, 30% waxes, 10% essential oils, 5% pollen, and 5% of various organic compounds. It possesses a characteristic and pleasant aromatic smell and varies in colour from yellow green to red and to dark brown depending on its source and age. More than 300 constituents were identified in different samples and new ones are still being recognized during chemical characterization of new types of propolis. The proportions of the various substances present in the propolis depend upon its place and time of collection. Propolis of different origin contains different constituents. Some constituents are present in many samples from various places. Some constituents are present in sample from specific plant origin The propolis we are using in CosMix products is originated from France. Thanks to the patented Oléo-éco-extraction process, the DNA footprint from propolis' botanical species (trees, flowers...) is extracted with sunflower oil, used as a green solvent.
The skin benefits of Propolis Extract are abundant. It is one of the only substances in the world, known to contain nearly all of the vitamins and nutrients needed to sustain life. Propolios is rich in Vitamin E, its ORAC (Oxygen Radical Absorbance Capacity) value is 1500 times higher than Sunflower oil's. Five powerful antioxidants have been identified in propolis; Chrysin, Naringenin, Galangin, Caffeic acid and Quercetin. Propolis offers protection to the cutaneous cells against photo-induced oxidative stress, and combats bacterial proliferation. Studies have showed the efficiency of propolis against epidermophytosis, skin tuberculosis alopecia, psoriasis, different microbial and chronic eczemas, pyoderma, Trichophyton skin inflammation and burns.
OLEOCALM anti-redness
protecting
eye & face contour
anti-aging
filling, plumping
skin repair
nourishing
suncare
Cosmetic Benefits Wrinkle filling and smoothing Skin repair Acne fighting Nutrition & moisturizing Healing, antiseptic and restorative effect Purifying Free radical scavenges Protection against oxidative stress
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Ingredients (INCI): Hemisqualane (C13-15 Alkane), Sunflower (Helianthus Annuus) Seed Oil, Propolis Extract Active Biomolecules ź Fatty alcohols ź Fatty acids ź Polyphenols ź Vitamin A, E ź Waxes ź Unsaponifiables ź Linoleic acid ź Tocopherols Recommended Dose 1-5%
INFLAMM'AGING First coined by University of Bologna professor Claudio Franceschi, PhD, more than a decade ago, inflamm'aging began as a theory linking underlying inflammatory changes to the causes of most age-associated diseases. Since its inception, research continues to present convincing evidence taking this concept from hypothesis to fact. The term “inflamm'aging” is used to describe the aging phenomenon induced by chronic, persistent inflammation. Most people are familiar with the visible inflammation that can be seen on the surface of the skin, with redness representing a sign of infection, irritation or discomfort. However, inflammation can also be invisible. All skin—and certainly weakened or aged skin—is subject to inflammation, even at low intensities. It is this underlying inflammation that ultimately exhausts the body's defence system, dismantling key youth-sustaining skin structures, and resulting in collagen and elastin degradation, as well as a breakdown of the skin's barrier function. Yes, whilst we all need our bodies to respond to cellular aggression and injury, after a wound or cell has been healed the resulting scar tissue is more vulnerable to injury than the original tissue. Science now shows that repeated injury leads to the chronic state of inflammation now known as inflamm'aging. Some of the anti-aging treatments may even cause an onset of inflamm'aging due to the harsh nature of the treatment such as laser, micro-needles or strong acids. Take for instance treatments involving trauma to the skin to cause more collagen production, the skin does in fact produce more collagen as the final stage of healing but this results in weakened and vulnerable tissue and further trauma results in inflamm'aging. Inflamm'aging is also the cause of skin sagging and reduced collagen production due to it destroying the balance of enzymes in our skins barrier. The good news is this can all be prevented and even reversed with the use of topical products containing correct amounts of anti-oxidants and anti-inflammatories to reinforce the skin's barrier function and anti-oxidant levels.
OAK ROOT EXTRACT Quercus Suber is the botanical name for a slow-growing, evergreen oak that is native to the Mediterranean region, and usually lives 150-200 years. The bark of the cork oak is a spongy substance protecting the tree from fire, insects, and other environmental aggressions. This is one of the few trees able to regenerate their bark. Cork is a kind of bark where the dead cells are waterproofed by a wax called suberin. One cubic centimetre of cork contains 40 million air cells. It is warm to the touch, durable, light, bouncy, chemically inert, and the suction-cup effect of the cut cells makes it stick to a bottle neck. The wine 'breathes' through the cork as it ages. A single tree can cork 4,000 bottles. Cork is one of the world's most important renewable forest products. The cork bark is stripped off the tree in a thick cylindrical layer. Each tree is harvested every nine years. Today, this work is still done by specialised professionals, with absolute precision, who use just a single tool: the axe. This delicate operation takes place between May and August, when the tree is at its most active time of growth and it is easier to remove the bark from the trunk. The cork oak nugget is a by-product of the cork-making process. It is very rich in antiinflammatory molecules (>50% triterpenes). This highly active raw material has been combined with cork oak roots, leaves, and flowers, rich in polyphenols.
VIRGIN COCONUT OIL The scientific name for coconut is Cocos nucifera, and the coconut palm is so highly valued by traditional cultures as both a source of food and medicine that it is called “The Tree of Life.” The oil is extracted from the kernel or meat of mature coconuts harvested from the coconut palm. The fruit's oil is predominantly made up of saturated fats with a high amount of medium chain fatty acids, with a good percentage of the fatty acid being lauric acid. It also contains vitamin E. Virgin coconut oil has been chosen for its high content in Medium Chain Triglycerides, allowing a perfect vectorization of the active molecules inside the skin. The high fat content has been shown to help improve certain skin conditions by healing wounds, reducing rashes and preventing acne. Its anti-inflammatory effect works wonders for soothing skin ailments. Coconut oil hydrates and softens the skin as it sinks deep into the cells. Coconut oil helps to naturally clear away dirt and dead skin cells which allows for a healthier complexion.
OLEOYOUTH anti-aging
anti-stress anti-pollution skin repair
protecting
Cosmetic Benefits Skin repair Anti-aging treatment Free radical scavenges Protection against oxidative stress Protection against external aggressions
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Ingredients (INCI): Rapeseed (Brassica Campestris Seed) Oil, Squalane, Ginger (Zingiber Officinale) Root Extract, Galangal (Alpinia Officinarum) Root Extract Active Biomolecules ź Unsaturated fatty acids ź Vitamin E ź Polyphenols ź Zingerone ź 6-Shogaol ź 6-Gingerol ź Chavicol ź Methyl eugenol Recommended Dose 1-100%
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GINGER ROOT EXTRACT The ginger - Zingiber officinale - plant flourishes in tropical climate and is grown in Jamaica, India, China and as southern parts of the United States. Many health benefits derive from its rhizome, a thick, underground stem that stores starch and produces both roots and shoots. The ginger root has a long history of medicinal use, but research on the benefits of ginger for skin is relatively new. Of the 115 different chemical components found in ginger root, most the therapeutic benefits come from gingerols, the oily resin from the root that acts as a highly potent antioxidant and anti-inflammatory agent. Ginger contains around 40 antioxidant compounds that protect against aging. These bioactive ingredients, especially [6]-gingerol, have been thoroughly evaluated clinically. Ginger root also contains zingerone, farnesene, shogaol and -phelladren, citral and cineol. Ginger extract improves the appearance of the skin by removing the toxins and stimulating the circulation, resulting in the delivery of more nutrients to the skin. The antioxidants prevent damage from the free radicals, thus preserving the youthful appearance of the skin. It improves elasticity, making skin more firm and youthful. In this way, it slows down the signs of aging. Being a powerful antiseptic and cleansing agent, ginger helps in keeping the skin clean, smooth and free of blemishes. It is also the best natural acne-fighting weapon as it minimizes the rate of acne formation and eruption by killing and clearing the acne-causing bacteria. Hypopigmented scars occur when the skin loses its pigmentation, and are generally white or much lighter than the actual skin tone. Ginger can reduce the appearance of hypopigmented skin to a significant extent.
GALANGAL ROOT EXTRACT Galangal is endemic to Thailand, Vietnam and Southeast China and today it is cultivated on a large scale in many countries in Southeast Asia. Galangal is a perennial plant of the Zingiberaceae family (the ginger family) that can grow up to five feet or 150 cm in height. It has a dark reddish-brown, cylindrical and fleshy rootstock (rhizome). The flower stems are long, narrow with lanceolate leaves that surround the stem as a sheath. The orchid-like flowers are white with red veins. The fruits are red fleshy berries, the size of peas, that usually contain three dark brown seeds with rather unpleasant taste. The medical applications of galangal are in many ways the same as its close relative ginger. The herb has been used in both Chinese and Ayurvedic medicine since ancient times and still is. The galangal rhizomes contain volatile oil, methyl cinnamate, eugenol and volatile diarylheptanoids, known as galangol. Furthermore, the plant contains gingerol, flavonoids (galangin, galangin-3-methyl ether and Kaempferide), starch, tannins, and resins. Galangal can help a myriad of skin conditions. Things like eczema, psoriasis, rashes, acne and other skin issues can be effectively treated with this masterful oil. There are studies that show that due to its enormous antioxidant presence, it's one of the best oils to use on skin for the purposes of anti-aging. Galangal has been used to coat and treat dry scalps and dandruff for years. It can also be used to fortify and moisturize the hair. The amount of phosphorous, zinc and other essential vitamins that are found within the oil can completely transform the look and feel of the hair.
RAPESEED OIL Rapeseed oil is a very stable oil, rich in vitamin E, with a perfect balance of unsaturated fatty acids omega 3, 6 and 9. Galanga and Ginger are traditional medicinal plants used in Asia. Thanks to their high antioxidant content, they protect the skin against all elements that are responsible for the formation of free radicals and cellular aging (UV rays, pollution, stress). In our OleoYouth blend, antioxidants are extracted and vectorized by refined rapeseed oil which facilitates the penetration of active molecules into the epidermis. The conjugated autoxidizable triene (CAT) method measures sample's ability to protect an oxidizable substrate placed in an emulsified medium in the presence of a free radical initiator.
PROVEN ANTI-RADICAL EFFECT This technique verifies the polar paradox theory which demonstrates the synergistic activity between hydrophilic and lipophilic antioxidants. Thanks to the unique extraction process and the combination of polar antioxidants (polyphenols) and apolar antioxidants (tocopherols), OleoYouth active blend has 35 times more anti-free radical capacity than rapeseed, the solvent oil. (ref.: Hallstar-Oléos) 2300 ppm
9890 µmol eq. Trolox/kg
rapeseed oil oleo youth blend
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280 µmol eq. Trolox/kg
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Tocopherol Content (apolar antioxidants)
Phenol Content (polar antioxidants)
Anti-Free Radical Capacity (CAT Test)
Same content in tocopherols no degradation
High increase in phenols content
Synergistic effect: hihg efficacy
practical tips for formulation… Since we're working with oil formulations, it is important to invert the vials several times (turn it over gently) before use, in order to mix the components evenly. Some of the oils begin to solidify and crystalized, on a relative high temperature. This process doesn't affect the quality, but might make the application harder. This phenomenon can be experienced in case of Calm and Slick Active Blend. If your blend seems lumpy, just put it into a hot water bath for a few minutes, shake it as instructed above, and it will be liquified again completely. CosMix OleoActive Blends can be added to all known CosMix bases. They all can be freely combined with the INKA actives as well. The CosMix Oleo set contains all equipment necessary for the mixing of creams and masks. The glassware can be easily and immaculately cleaned, making their use absolutely hygienic. They can be disinfected in any sterilising device used in cosmetics, but a boiling water bath is equally usable. In making cream masks, for mixing the massage or base cream, use the appropriately sized blending plate. Pump onto it the required amount of the base formula directly from the jar, then add the desired active ingredients and any other additives, observing the correct ratios. Finally use the glass rod to mix to a homogenous state, and the formula is immediately ready for use. CosMix bases, similarly to most PANDHY'S™ products, are preserved using colloidal silver, potentially causing them to change colour when exposed to light. This is a natural phenomenon; it doesn't affect the quality or efficacy of the products in any way. Only mix the amount you will be using immediately, don't store leftover mixtures even for short periods of time, discard what you don't use during the treatment. In establishing the ratios and amounts for blending products, the following data could be of use: a press of the pump on the jar of base creams yields about 2.5-3 cm3 or 2.5-3 ml, while one drop of the actives is about 0.05 cm3 or 0.05 ml. The dosage volume of the pumps used with our bottles is 1.5 cm3 or 1.5 ml. For mixing peel-off face masks, use a mask bowl, or similar, deep, ideally half-dome shaped bowl, without any rims or corners. Use the measuring beaker packed with sugar masks to measure the carrier liquid and add to the base powder. Always follow the enclosed instructions when preparing it. For mixing the peel-off mask, we recommend using the plastic spatula, which is also an excellent tool of applying it, but of course the mask can also be applied with a brush.
the epilogue ... Thank you for being part of our CosMix-advanture, and showing interest in our new active line. I sincerely hope that the idea of personalised beauty care appeals to you, just like the concept, as well as the quality of our products. It is my sincere belief that CosMix is a major and unmissable opportunity for you to ascend to a higher level of cosmetics, unlocking new dimensions both for yourself and your clients. In this endeavour you can of course count on our help and support, as ever. We are always available to share our experience, research ďŹ ndings, and give advice as well as training at all levels. ...and of course, as promised; we won't stop here as there are still vast unexploited opportunities and thus, lots of ideas and experimenting spirit! Wishing you great success and a lot of fun, with love: BG
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