Facial soap

Bakuchi oil – What’s behind this active ingredient?

A plant-derived ingredient revolutionises the cosmetics world. Everyone is talking about bakuchi oil, the “wonder weapon” combating premature skin ageing and wrinkles. As an alternative to retinol, it achieves its effect entirely without troublesome skin irritation or sun sensitivity. Does it sound too good to be true? We put bakuchi oil under the microscope.

16 February 2024

Panthenol – the all-rounder for skincare

You probably know it as a wound cream or a quick remedy for sunburn. But panthenol can do so much more! This inconspicuous active ingredient has been well researched and can be a real game changer, especially for irritated, sensitive or even damaged skin. Today we’re getting to the bottom of this underestimated ingredient and addressing the question: what is panthenol anyway? And why does your skin always benefit from the positive effects? Here is the answer.

23 October 2024

Glycerine – let’s take a closer look at this moisturising miracle

Soaps, toothpaste, emulsions: glycerine is hidden in more everyday products than you might think. Yet this moisturiser is living an undeserved shadowy existence. Compared to other active ingredients and actives, glycerine seems a little outdated in cosmetics. Yet there is much more to this inconspicuous substance than meets the eye. We think that glycerine deserves a round of applause. Today we look at its benefits, debunk the myths and repair its tarnished reputation.

19 August 2024