Porselene Skin Care

For informational purposes, we have indexed below a non-exhaustive list of the actives found in our Collections.

Skin Lightening Collection

Aloe Vera Extract: Aloe Vera is a nutritional storehouse, containing vitamins B1, B2, B6, C, niacinamide, choline and 18 amino acids. In addition to many other nutritional substances, aloe provides a refreshing sensation to the skin and serves as a water-binding agent for skin due to its polysaccharide and sterol content. Research has also shown aloe has anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, and antibacterial qualities. Isolated components of aloe vera, such as glycoprotein, also have some effectiveness for tissue repair and wound healing.
Alfalfa Extract: Great source of protein, minerals and vitamins C, D, E & K for the skin. Conditions and increases skin metabolism to promote skin healing.
Alpha Arbutin: Pure, highly effective and advanced active that acts rapidly on pigmented cells to lighten and even out skin discoloration. One of the most stable and effective skin lightening ingredients available. Promotes more consistent complexion, minimizes liver spots and brightens the overall skin tone. Reduces the degree of skin tanning after sun exposure. Has an inhibitory action on tyrosinase activity that is 10 times more than that of Arbutin (beta arbutin).
Aminobutyric acid: Amino acid that has water-binding properties for skin and may be an anti-inflammatory.
Arbutin( beta arbutin) : A natural skin lightening agent derived from the bearberry shrub. It works by blocking tyrosinase activity in the skin to reduce the formation of melanin. It protects the skin against free radical damage and has mild anti-inflammatory and anti-bacterial properties.
Azeloglicina®: Advanced multifunctional skin lightening complex formed from the combination of Azelaic Acid and the protein Glycine. Very stable and safe substance. In addition to skin lightening, it moisturizes, increases elasticity, normalizes sebum production and discourages appearance of blemishes.
Botacenta® BG: Hydro-glycolic complex rich in proteins, amino acids and bio-stimulins- a substance that helps the cells survive. Composed of mainly Hydrolyzed Protein and Aloe Barbandensis Gel.
Botacenta® SLC175: A potent Skin Lightening Complex based on herbal extract, containing primarily a mixture of Scutellaria Root Extract, Liquorice Extract, Mulberry Root Extract and Burnet Extract. This complex is a demonstrated inhibitor of the enzyme tyrosinase, a key enzyme in the formation of the skin pigment melanin.
Caviar Extract: The Caviar is loaded with proteins, vitamins and minerals to nourish the skin, speed up cell renewal and increase natural production of collagen for a healthier, firmer appearance.
Cucumber Fruit Extract: A natural anti-inflammatory substance with extremely high skin soothing and moisture binding properties. Has mild cell renewal properties and helps tighten the skin
Glycolic Acid: Derived from sugar cane. Helps exfoliate and renew the skin by loosening up dead cells to reveal newer, healthier, skin cells. Promotes penetration of the skin lightening actives.
Glycerin: A natural humectant to keep skin soft and moisturized. Derived from natural substances by hydrolysis of fats and by fermentation of sugars. It can also be synthetically manufactured. Glycerin shores up the skin’s natural protection by filling in the area known as the intercellular matrix and by attracting just the right amount of water to maintain the skin’s homeostasis. There is also research indicating that the presence of glycerin in the intercellular layer helps other skin lipids do their jobs better.
Grape Seed Extract: Grape seed polyphenols help slow down aging of the skin by exerting very strong free radical-scavenging effect on the skin. Reduces adverse allergic and inflammatory responses and promotes healing. Aids in maintaining skin elasticity by stabilizing the collagen and elastin in the skin so that their chemical structures are not disrupted
Green Tea Extract: Reputed to contain the highest concentration of polyphenols, GreenTea is well known for its antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and astringent properties. Considering their well-documented antioxidant and anti-inflammatory activities, topical green tea polyphenols help slow down the development of some signs of aging and helps repair skin damage by quenching free radicals and reducing inflammation.
Hydrolyzed Soy Protein: A naturally derived protein of vegetable origin that is produced from Soya flour. It moisturizes, softens and smoothens the skin and helps minimize the appearances of wrinkles and fine lines.
Kojic Acid: By-product of the fermentation process of malting rice for use in the manufacture of sake, Japanese rice wine. With convincing research showing that kojic acid is effective for inhibiting melanin production, this active helps lighten skin discolorations and brighten overall complexion.
Kojic Dipalmitate: A skin lightener, a more stable form of kojic acid with anti-oxidant properties.
Lactic Acid: Derived from yogurt, buttermilk, or sour cream. Helps exfoliate and renew the skin by loosening up dead cells. Stimulates elastic fires and promotes growth of new collagen in the dermis layer of the skin.
Safflower Seed Oil: Rich in essential fatty acids. Deeplymoisturizes and re-conditions, restores skin moisture balance and prevents skin dryness.
Salicylic Acid: A Beta Hydroxy Acid derived from the bark of the willow tree. Penetrates and exfoliates within the pores. Causes the cells of the epidermis to slough off more rapidly preventing pores from clogging up, and allowing room for new cell growth. Excellent exfoliant for acne-prone skin
Squalane: Refined oil derived from olive and found to be extremely compatible with the natural oils of the skin. Squalane is very silky to the touch and easily absorbs into the skin to soften and moisturize the skin.
Sugar Cane Extract: Contains Glycolic Acid to help exfoliate and renew the skin by loosening up dead cells to reveal newer, healthier, skin cells. Promotes penetration of the skin lightening actives.
Vitamin A: Possesses antioxidant properties and discourages premature aging of the skin. Eliminates dryness and blotchiness and keeps skin healthy and clear. Helps repair skin damage and promote firmer, smoother skin texture.
Vitamin C: Very effective antioxidant. Helps clarify the skin and discourages appearances of wrinkles, fine lines and discolorations.
Vitamin E: Possesses strong moisturizing properties. Discourages premature aging of the skin with its strong anti-oxidant properties.
Watercress Extract: A perennial found near streams and springs to help regulate sebum production and regulate moisture balance

Caviar Collection

Beeswax: Transformed from honey by secretion from the bees. Beeswax retains its flexibility and tenacity under greater ranges of temperature than any other mineral, plant or insect wax. Natural thickener and emulsifier, it is very rich in vitamins and minerals.
Bergamot Fruit Oil: Soothes dry irritated skin. Aids in clearing acne, blemishes and other skin eruptions with its strong antiseptic properties
Caviar Extract: The Caviar is loaded with proteins, vitamins and minerals to nourish the skin, speed up cell renewal and increase natural production of collagen for a healthier, firmer appearance.
Chamomile Extract: Chamomile has moderate antioxidant and antimicrobial activities, and significant anti-inflammatory action. Helps soothe dry irritated skin.
Coconut Oil: softens and moisturizes the skin. Promotes healing and repair of the skin while protecting against free radical damage.
Glycerin: See Glycerin above
Kola Extract: Improves skin condition and moisturization, provides antioxidant and anti-irritant benefit, and stimulates blood circulation by acting as a vasodilator
Lemon Peel Oil: A source of calcium, ascorbic acid, and vitamin E. Promotes skin renewal and skin brightening. Provides anti bacterial, antiseptic and anti-inflammatory skin protection to keep the skin healthy
Muru-muru Butter: Muru-muru butter is known for its anti-inflammatory and bactericide properties, rich in oleic acid and linoleic acid, it promotes nutrition and moisture to the skin. An intense moisturizer and a powerful skin barrier repair agent, it helps skin retain water by creating a protective film.
Orange Oil: Helps reduce puffiness and discourages dry wrinkled skin. Helps to stimulate circulation, clear blemishes, and increase perspiration, thus assisting the release of toxins from dull or blemished skin.
Panthenol (Pro Vitamin B5): Stimulates cellular proliferation, aids in tissue repair, conditions and moisturizes skin.
Rose Flower Extract: softens and soothes the skin
Rosemary Leaf Extract: Stimulates cell renewal. Helps clear blemishes, improves circulation and promotes reduction in the appearance of broken capillary for a healthy appearance
Shea Butter: Obtained from the Karite Nut tree found in Savannahs of central Africa, it has been used for years to revitalize, soften and maintain skin moisture. Fights the effects of aging, aids wound healing and helps repair damaged skin.
Sodium Hyaluronate: Powerful humectant that binds water to the skin to restore hydration, plump up fine lines for more youthful appearance. The skin moisture level is closely related to Hyaluronic Acid content in the dermis. As one ages, this active’s content in skin decreases. As a result the water retaining ability of the skin is weakened and the skin looks dry and wrinkled. The special structure of this active makes it highly moisturizing. On the skin, it forms an air permeable layer that keeps skin smooth and moist. It helps skin maintain normal metabolism, promotes microcirculation and increases absorption of nutrient into the skin.
Sweet Almond Oil: Extracted from the seeds of almond tree, sweet almond oil is an excellent emollient, high in vitamins A, B1, B2, B6, E, as well as potassium, magnesium, calcium, iron zinc, and phytonutrients. It is high in oleic acid and other fatty acids, it penetrates easily unto the skin to nourish, moisturize, soften and soothe the skin. Its main constituent, oleic acid enhances moisture penetration into the skin and is necessary for a healthy skin. Excellent for all skin types, it is especially good for dry irritated skin.
Tapioca: Tightens skin, refines pores, soothes inflamed skin
Macadamia Nut Oil: Very stable emollient that has high levels of natural antioxidants (vitamins C & E), magnesium, thiamin, omega-3-6-9 and a component of our sebum, Palmitoleic Acid. Its palmitoleic is the highest of all plant nuts, thus a very good anti-oxidant. Penetrates the skin quickly to moisturize, soften, promote healing and protect the skin’s critical water barrier functions
Marine Collagen: Helps accelerate collagen synthesis and elastin collagen thickening, encourages cell renewal and reduces muscle contraction
Vitamin E: See Vitamin E above
Wheat Amino Acid: Augments skin protein.Provides deep-moisturizing action, which improves the skin surface, softening lines and wrinkles. Leaves an invisible protective veil, which tenses and firms skin
Wheat Germ Oil: Wheat Germ has a high content of linoleic acid and oleic acid, Vitamins E, A, D, proteins, Lecithin, and Squalene, Phospholipids, naturally occurring plant steroids, B complex vitamins (required for the healthy growth of skin) & folic acid. It repairs damaged skin and helps reverse wrinkle by promoting tissues regeneration. Soothes dry irritated skin and helps control skin inflammations.
Witch Hazel Distillate: Witch Hazel is an extract from the leaves, flowers and bark of the hamamelis tree. One of nature's best astringents, it calms irritations and swelling through its cool, soothing sensation. It is particularly beneficial for oily and problem skin through its more gentle astringent properties.

Bright Essence Collection

Alfalfa Extract: See Alfalfa Extract above
Apricot Seed Powder: Finely and evenly ground apricot seed to gently and effectively polish and remove lifeless from skin
Aloe Vera Leaf Extract: See Aloe Vera above
Bromelain: An enzyme obtained from pineapple extract to help exfoliate, brighten and re-condition the skin.
Borage Extract: Helps to soften the skin and encourage healthy skin circulation. Helps reduce the appearance of visible capillaries.
Chamomile Flower Extract See Chamomile Extract above
Citric Acid: Extract derived from citrus and used primarily to adjust the pH of products to prevent them from being too alkaline.
Elder Flower Extract: clears and purifies skin and possesses potent anti-oxidant properties.
Glycerin: See Glycerin above
Grape Seed Extract See Grape Seed Extract above
Green Tea Extract: C See Green Tea Extract Above
Honey Suckle Flower Extract: Helps to soothe, soften and purify the skin
Lactic Acid: See Lactic Acid above
Nonfat Dry Milk: Natural Emollient, rich in vitamins and minerals, that soothes and moisturizes the skin and helps relieve dryness and itchy skin.
Papain: An enzyme obtained from papaya fruit with the ability to gently dissolve lifeless skin. It is used as an exfoliant to dissolve dead skin cells.
Pumice: A rock of volcanic origin formulated with silicates of aluminum and alkali metals and used as an exfoliating agent. This natural exfoliant helps remove dead and rough skin, for a smoother, healthier texture.
Multi Fruit Acid Complex: Consists of SugarCane Extract, Citrus Extract and Apple Extract. Helps exfoliate dead and damaged skin cells to reveal healthier skin cells.
Tapioca: See Tapioca above
Titanium Dioxide: Inert earth mineral used as sunscreen ingredient in cosmetics. It protects skin from UVA and UVB radiation and is considered to have no risk of skin irritation.
Vitamin A; See Vitamin A above
Vitamin E: see Vitamin E above
ZincOxide: Inert earth mineral used as a sunscreen ingredient to block UVA and UVB. Along with titanium dioxide, zinc oxide is considered to have no risk of skin irritation. It can also be an anti-irritant and potentially an antioxidant.