Le Soin des Mains

Ylang-Ylang essential oil is known in aromatherapy for its amazing soothing properties.

It contains monoterpene esters, which help to reduce pain from stress and agitation, such as stomach aches, on a physical level. When applied to the skin, it helps reduce inflammation, soothe irritations and tone the skin. Blemish-prone or easily irritated skin will love it!

Extracted from castor seeds (Ricinus Communis), it is fortifying and does wonders on the nails, lashes, eyebrows and hair (when applied onto the scalp).

It is also mainly used in makeup products because it gives a natural glossy finish and enables pigments dispersion. Castor seed oil also has nourishing and repairing properties, which makes it a great ingredient for the lipcare products!

Alfalfa Sprout extract helps to restore density to the skin. It is rich in proteins, amino acids, vitamins (A, B, C, D, E, K), minerals and trace elements (iron, phosphorus, zinc, copper, selenium, silica, magnesium). It also contains Vitamin U – a rare vitamin that contains an epidermal growth factor. It promotes skin regeneration, helps to reduce expression lines, and inhibits collagen-breakdown enzymes.

Fights dark spots thanks to the active ingredient Helionori®, which offers a new alternative to chemical sunscreens. It prevents the formation of sunburn cells and premature photo-aging.

One of the most widely used medicinal plants, Aloe Vera is used to treat burns, including sunburn, to heal wounds and to combat cellular aging. Its composition is very interesting: like a cactus, it contains over 99% water. The remaining 1% is a very potent synergy of 12 vitamins (A, B1, B2, B3, B12, C, E...) but also numerous minerals, trace elements and amino acids.

This ultra-gentle oil is very pleasant to apply and leaves skin looking velvety and feeling soft. It has emollient properties, nourishes the skin and protects against drying. It softens, strengthens, promotes skin repair and also soothes itching and irritation.

This extract contains silica, which works by mimicking the cellular cement, promotes calcium binding and stimulates the synthesis of support molecules, such as collagen. Ideal for an instant firming effect.

This plant has been used in traditional medicine for over 2,000 years, to improve the healing process. This ability is directly linked to its two main constituents: saponosides (madecassoside, asiaticoside) and triterpenes (asiatic acid, madecassic acid). These molecules are involved in the production of collagen and fibroblasts – cells that play an important role in tissue regeneration.

Both calming and softening, this easily absorbed oil sinks into the skin without leaving a greasy feel. It protects against dryness and wrinkles by slowing water loss from skin cells. It helps to rebalance the skin and control sebum production, protects and softens, and is suitable for sensitive skin. With regenerating and anti-aging benefits, it works to maintain skin elasticity and suppleness (activates elastin metabolism) and smooth and firm the skin.

With moisturizing and repairing properties, shea butter helps to combat skin aging, prevent stretch marks and protect the skin. It softens all skin types, even the most sensitive, relieves itching and irritation, helps to diminish stretch marks and promotes healing. It even protects against sun damage!

This soothing ingredient helps to reduce redness. It also inhibits tyrosinase, responsible for dark spots. It is rich in glycyrrhizic acid and flavonoids, making it a wonderful ingredient to soothe sensitive or irritated skin, and to brighten the complexion.

Rich in polyunsaturated essential fatty acids, it has a regenerating and antioxidant action.

This purifying trace element helps to prevent the growth of bacteria on the skin and neutralize free radicals. It also helps to strengthen keratin (nails, hair).