Natural cosmetics ingredients

100% Natural Cosmetic Actives HIGH-TECH ACTIVES PLANT EXTRACTS ACTIVE FORMULATION INGREDIENTS

CONTENTS Alban Muller International

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Your Eco-Responsible Partner

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HIGH-TECH ACTIVES

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• Amiderm ER • Amiperfect ER • Amiporine® ER • Cytokalmine® ER • Padinami® • Preparami® • Protectami® • Repulpami ER

PLANT EXTRACTS • Cosme-Phytamis

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• Lipidamis®

ACTIVE FORMULATION INGREDIENTS Gelling agents

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• Amigel /Amigum ®

Preservative

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• Amipreserve

Texture agents

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• Lipolami® ER • Clays • Oils • Butters

Exfoliants • Scrubamis

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• Silicami®

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ALBAN MULLER INTERNATIONAL • A human-size group • Expertise fields: Cosmetics, Nutraceuticals and Pharmaceuticals • Presence in more than 30 countries, 70% of sales are done internationally • A R&D centre with high-performance equipments • A 6000 m² factory in the centre of the Cosmetic Valley (France), next to our partners • Manufacturing capacities: I Dry extracts: 2 tonnes/day I Liquid extracts: 15 tonnes/day

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• Full traceability from the plant seed to the final product • Teams of experts: Biochimists, Botanists, Phd in Pharmacy • Cosmetic and pharmaceutical GMP* certifications * Good Manufacturing Practices

5 competitive advantages • Global expertise: Ingredients and formulated products • Exclusive, customized and turnkey services • Unique technology: Zeodration for concentrated

standardized extracts titrated in active molecules

• Development of natural, sensory alternatives

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• C.S.R.* partner, from eco-conception to eco-responsibility * Corporate Social Responsibility

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YOUR ECO-RESPONSIBLE PARTNER Since 1978, Alban Muller International has developed its products following an ecoresponsible approach. From the seed to the final product, each step is monitored, and we focus on limiting the impact on man and the environment.

Quality and Safety of the Supply I Origin of the Plants • Cultivated plants or plants that have guaranteed renewal thanks to monitored harvesting • Plants are cultivated close to our manufacturing site (reducing the carbon footprint of the final product) I Cultivation Techniques • Monitoring our cultivating techniques in line with the Guideline on Good Agricultural and Collection Practices (GACP) for Starting Materials of Herbal Origin issued in 2006 • Environment-friendly agronomy techniques to improve the quality of the plant I Post-harvest Plant Control • Content in active principles • Control of contaminants (pesticides, heavy metal etc.)

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Monitoring our Impact on the Environment • Selection of renewable raw materials • Optimised, eco-clean manufacturing processes • Reduction of water consumption • Sustainable waste-management (recycling) • Monitoring the carbon footprint of our manufacturing site

A certified CSR approach • EcoVadis CSR Assessment - Gold level • CSR challenge Trophy 2015 • Level of excellence (4 peonies) of the Cosmetic Valley eco-responsible charter

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HIGH-TECH ACTIVES • Efficacy tested actives issued from:

I Our R&D expertise

I The latest scientific advances

• Inspired by observation of nature:

I Adaptation or defense strategy of plants

I Plant activities I Deduction of a mode of action stimulating the natural physiological skin

mechanisms to restore homeostasis

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HIGH-TECH ACTIVES Amiderm ER

Softness and physiological balance Code: PF004779

Description • 100% natural blend of plant-origin amino acids, witch hazel bark and oak gallnut extracts, in glycerin Skin benefits • Blend of plant extracts acting in synergy to prevent odours and irritations • Skin pH stabilizer thanks to a clever anti-urease action •Soothing and hydration Tested efficacy • In vitro test: pH measurements INCI: Glycerin (and) Water (and) Hamamelis Virginiana (Witch Hazel) Bark/Leaf Extract (and) Quercus Infectoria (Oak) Gall Extract (and) Arginine (and) Leucine

Amiperfect ER

For a perfect complexion Code: PF002688

See the video tutorial on our website

Description • Purified wintergreen extract • The first 100% natural pure salicylic acid molecule • Alternative to synthetic salicylic acid Skin benefits • Keratolytic, anti-microbial and anti-inflammatory activities • Purifies the skin, eliminates sebum excess and erases imperfections • Smoothes wrinkles, resurfaces skin and restores radiance Tested efficacy • Bibliography: Keratolytic, anti-microbial and anti-inflammatory activities INCI: Gaultheria Procumbens (Wintergreen) Leaf Extract

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HIGH-TECH ACTIVES Amiporine® ER

A replenished youthful skin Code: PF004338

Description • 100% natural purified extract of pomegranate in glycerin Skin benefits • Moisturizing and anti-ageing active for a redensified, firmer, rejuvenated skin • Stimulation of aquaporins, proteins essential to the circulation of water in the skin • Increase in collagen by reduction of collagenases Tested efficacy • Ex vivo test: Stimulation of aquaporins (AQP3) • In vitro tests: - Optimization of cell communication - Collagen increase - Collagenase reduction INCI: Glycerine (and) Punica Granatum Fruit Extract

Cytokalmine® ER

The anti-inflammatory solution for all ages Code: PF004996

Description • 100% natural dry extract of pomegranate pericarp, in a maltitol carrier • Highly concentrated in polyphenols • Titrated in punicalagin and ellagic derivatives Skin benefits • Strong anti-inflammatory active for sensitive and atopic skin • Very high antioxidant activity still improving the reduction of inflammatory reactions • Protects from inflamm’ageing and thus premature ageing Tested efficacy • NEW - Ex vivo test: anti-inflammatory properties through the reduction of cytokines IL-8 secretion • Ex vivo test: antioxidant activity through the reduction of free-radical production • Prior in vitro test: Anti-inflammatory synergistic action of the Cytokalmine® ER polyphenols INCI: Maltitol (and) Punica Granatum Extract

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HIGH-TECH ACTIVES Padinami®

The ultimate youth active Code: PF003775

Description • 100% natural purified extract of Padina pavonica, a brown algae from the Mediterranean sea, in jojoba oil Skin benefits • Restores skin elasticity and moisture for a plumper, firmer and visibly younger looking skin • Stimulates natural synthesis of Glycosaminoglycans (GAGs) and collagen • A clever mode of action by cell communication Tested efficacy • Ex vivo test: GAGs stimulation/Moisturizing, skin resistance • In vitro and ex vivo tests: Stimulation of collagen synthesis/Elasticity, firmness • Ex vivo test: Improvement of skin quality INCI: Simmondsia Chinensis (Jojoba) Seed Oil (and) Padina Pavonica Thallus Extract

Preparami®

A step ahead of aggressions Code: PF003845

Description • 100% natural purified extract of prickly pear in jojoba oil Skin benefits • Prepares the skin to external aggressions by conditioning cells thanks to a faster Heat Shock Proteins (HSP) synthesis • Repairs the skin by stimulating its natural repairing system • Prevents premature ageing due to stress and aggressions Tested efficacy • In vitro test: HSP stimulation in stress conditions • Ex vivo test: Stimulation of skin repairing factors (PPAR, desmine) INCI: Simmondsia Chinensis (Jojoba) Seed Oil (and) Opuntia Ficus Indica Extract

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HIGH-TECH ACTIVES Protectami®

Skin protective shield Code : PF000082

Description • 100% natural purified extract of Padina pavonica, a brown alga from the Mediterranean sea, in glycerin Skin benefits • Improves skin resistance by ensuring skin cohesion: Stimulation of the synthesis of calcium depending cell structures • Improves cell communication for an optimized skin metabolism • Protects the skin, especially from pollution Tested efficacy • In vitro and ex vivo tests: Increase in cytokeratins and desmosomial proteins • In vitro test: Better cell communication between keratinocytes • Ex vivo test: Protection against pollutants INCI: Padina Pavonica Thallus Extract (and) glycerin

Repulpami® ER

Lifting effect without surgery Code : PF004381

Description • 100% natural blend of white hibiscus and baobab fruit extracts, in glycerin • Developed as part of a USAID project in Senegal to promote a sustainable economy and better working conditions for women • From a scientific innovation: ‘‘Cosmetogenetic” Skin benefits • Global anti-ageing active: Anti-wrinkle, plumping, firming • Safe and non-invasive lifting effect: Inhibition of muscles contractions • Plumping effect by inhibiting lipolysis and by stimulating adipogenesis • Firming effect by stimulating the expression of the genes coding for the proteins responsible for epidermis cohesion and firmness Tested efficacy • In vitro test: Measurement of muscle contractions • In vitro test : Analysis of SIRT1 gene expression • In vitro test: Analysis of the CLAUDIN-1, SPRR and NICE-1 genes expression responsible for cohesion and firmness • In vivo efficacy self-assessment test on volunteers INCI: Glycerin (and) Water (and) Adansonia Digitata Fruit Extract (and) Hibiscus Sabdariffa Flower Extract

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PLANT EXTRACTS In line with its eco-responsible approach and in the respect of the plant resource, Alban Muller International develops 100% natural, eco-designed plant extracts. They are manufactured with eco-friendly, high performance and exclusive processes, specifically adapted to the extraction and the preservation of active molecules.

Cosme-Phytamis®

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New generation of natural actives Analytical identification ● Optimal concentration High quality • A 5 to 10 higher concentration in active molecules than market extracts thanks to an eco-responsible and exclusive manufacturing process • Titration in active molecules by HPLC • Standardization: Constant and reproducible concentration Full safety and regulation compliancy • Full traceability from the plant seed to the extract • Possible traceability of Cosme-Phytamis® in formulated product by analytical method • Possible identification of over than 90% of the phytochemical composition • Good Manufacturing Practices for cosmetic ingredients (EFfSI) • Exhaustive administrative and technical file replying to the demands of the European legislation: Raw Material Identification Data Sheet (RMID) Price and delivery • Competitive prices • Immediate availability from stock or delivery within 21 days  See the brochure to find out the references

Lipidamis®

Oil-soluble plant extracts • Result from plant maceration in refined sunflower oil used as a solvent to extract the active lipophilic molecules • Protected by a natural antioxidant (tocopherols) • To be used in any cosmetic products both as active ingredients and compounds of the oily phase  See the brochure to find out the references

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ACTIVE FORMULATION INGREDIENTS Innovation projects of Alban Muller International also focus on developing active formulation ingredients as alternatives of their synthetic equivalents: natural solutions to replace silicons, parabens, polyethylene beads… of your formulas!

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Amigel / Amigum* ®

Gelling and stabilizing agents

Code Amigel : PF005262 / Code Amigum : PF000015

Description • 100% natural gelling and stabilizing polysaccharide agent

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Skin benefits • Incomparable stabilizer for emulsions and suspensions • Alternative to synthetic petroleum-based gelling agents • Ensures a unique smooth and unctuous cosmetic feel • Moisturizing properties Tested efficacy • Stability of a gel in extreme physical and chemical conditions • Stability of emulsions formulated without emulsifiers • Outstanding suspending ability INCI: Sclerotium Gum

* Amigum is the non-ionised version of Amigel®

Preservative Amipreserve

Authorised natural preservative Code : PF005108

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Description • 100% pure natural salicylic acid molecule extracted from wintergreen Skin benefits • The only natural preservative approved by regulations • A safe and efficient natural alternative to synthetic preservatives • Proven efficacy on bacterias, yeasts and moulds Tested efficacy • Micro-challenge Amipreserve vs parabens+phenoxyethanol - Aqueous product - Emulsion INCI: Salicylic Acid

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ACTIVE FORMULATION INGREDIENTS Texture agents Lipolami ER ®

Natural formulation and optimized sensoriality

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Code : PF005329

Description • 100% natural fluid and dry soft touch esters obtained from milk thistle oil

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Skin benefits • Natural alternative to silicones • Formulation ingredient with a cosmetic activity: skin barrier protection • For natural pleasant and sensory skin-feel textures Tested efficacy • Sensorial comparative tests of textures silicones • High spreading ability: low viscosity and surface tension • Stability and fineness of emulsions • Comparative study of sunscreens solubility • Dispersing properties of pigments and minerals • Solubilizing properties of perfumes INCI: Silybum Marianum Ethyl Ester

Clays

Benefits and beauty from the Earth Clays contain minerals, which offer their properties and colour. They are mainly used in masks, care creams, and shampoo, as they have absorbing, remineralising, and purifying benefits. Their pigments can also help naturally dye your formulas.

Green Clay Code : PF000132

• Rich in minerals (especially calcium, iron, magnesium and potassium) • Highly absorbent, especially suitable to oily skin Red Clay Code : PF000131

• Firming thanks to its high content in silicon • Ideal for mature skin White Clay Code : PF004635

• Finer, containing fewer minerals and less absorbent, perfect for dry and sensitive skin • Acts as mineral filler in natural make-up products

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ACTIVE FORMULATION INGREDIENTS Oils

Traditional beauty care Vegetable oils are a rich and varied source of ingredients for cosmetics (fatty acids, vitamins, unsaponifiable matter, etc.). They are appreciated as active ingredients for beauty care and as a base for massage oils.

Almond Oil

Macadamia Oil

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Code : PF000041

• Emollient, softening For sensitive skin, fragile hair and baby care

• Nourishing, emollient For mature and devitalised skin

Camellia Oil Code : PF000033

• Nourishing, protecting, sheathing For dry, fine and fragile hair Coconut Milk Oil Code : PF003778

• Softening, moisturising For sensitive and fragile skin

Monoï de Tahiti® AO Oil Code : PF000045

• Moisturising, protecting For damaged, dehydrated skin and hair Tamanu Oil Code : PF003567

• Regenerating, protecting For damaged, very dry skin and hair

Butters

Smoothness and comfort Butters are natural thickeners totally adapted to the formulation of cosmetic emulsions and care products such as balms and masks, ideal for hair and skin care. They also are essential to create make-up products such as lipsticks.

Shea Butter Code : PF000007

• Regenerating, anti-ageing, softening thanks to its content in unsaponifiable matters • Antioxidant thanks to its high level in vitamin E Cirami Code : PF003537

• Exclusive, original blend of shea butter, carnauba wax and beeswax • Remarkable thickening and emollient properties Monoï de Tahiti® AO Butter Code : PF000009

• Obtained by maceration of tiare flowers in copra oil • Smoothing, moisturising and protecting

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ACTIVE FORMULATION INGREDIENTS Exfoliants

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Scrubamis®

Plant-origin exfoliating powders • Plant-origin exfoliating particles from pits or shells • For any exfoliating cosmetic care: creams, milks, gels, foaming products, etc.

• To eliminate dead cells, boost the cell renewal and restore radiance • Several particle sizes available: from the finest for face scrubs to the biggest for body scrubs

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Silicami

The best exfoliating silica ever • Pure silica exfoliating particles • To speed up the natural elimination of dead cells • To provide a soft and bright complexion • Three particle sizes available: Silicami® 15-40 microns Code : PF000093

For sensitive skin

Silicami® 60-200 microns Code : PF000095

For face scrubs

Silicami® 200-500 microns Code : PF000094

For body scrubs

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Information contained in this document is provided for information purposes only and is based on our current knowledge. Before any use of the information provided, the user shall initiate any test in order to verify and to substantiate the claims of the product placed on the market, and to check the availability of the information with regard to patent law and to intellectual property right in France and worldwide. A.M.I. assumes no responsibility or liability of any nature or any kind whatsoever arising from the use or exploitation of the information herein. No warranty, whether legal or contractual, is intended or implied.

Information contained in this document is provided for information purposes only and is based on our current knowledge. The user is sole responsible of the use of our products and/or information herein. A.M.I. disclaims any warranty and any liability that may result from that use. The user shall initiate any test in order to verify and to substantiate the claims of the product placed on the market.

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