Acetyl Hexapeptide-3: Argireline is the trade name. Synthetically produced, it is a peptide made of amino acids. It can help reduce the overall appearance of deep wrinkles.

Algae: A simple celled organism. Commonly derived from seaweed and other times harvested in ponds, algae are touted as a moisturizer. It is rich in minerals and therefore believed to have anti-oxidant properties that are revitalizing to the skin. Some algae will shrink as they dry on the skin, providing a temporary tightening effect.

Alpha Hydroxy Acids (AHA): A common and well known chemical exfoliator that helps loosen the dry rough skin cells to reveal softer, smooth looking skin. It has been used for many years, and is now offered in a milder formulation in beauty products. It reveals, through chemical exfoliation, a new layer of skin by helping increasing the cell turnover rate. It is used to reduce the look of wrinkling, roughness and skin discoloration. Mainly available in facial and body creams, it's also found in some cosmetic preparations.

Aloe (Aloe Barbadensis): The aloe plant that is used in topical preparations is one of 300 species of aloes and is indigenous to South Africa. Known for its skin smoothing and rejuvenating properties, Aloe Vera has almost the same ph as the skin and is generally believed to be hypoallergenic to most individuals because of this. References of aloe can be found in the Bible, as well as other ancient texts. According to ancient records and data, it has been used for at least 3,000 years.

Alpha-Lipoic Acid: A fairly recent discovery of the mid 20th century (1951), Alpha-Lipoic acid is part of the B complex family. The body makes up its own lipoic acid, but most is derived from food sources. Its most unique property is that it was found to be fat and water soluble. This unique quality makes it more effective in its antioxidant qualities since it can help provide free radical protection in both the watery (aqueous) and oily (lipid) part of cells. This two-fold nature had earned it the title of "ideal" or "universal" anti-oxidant. It may also have the capability of regenerating other anti-oxidants such as Vitamins C and E.

Bentonite Clay: Used in spas around the world as a soothing, rejuvenating facial mask, this clay is used to absorb oil and impurities, and help skin feel soft and smooth. Found all over the world, particularly in the US and Canada, this clay was initially a deposit of prehistoric volcanic ash.

Coenzyme Q10: Also known as Ubiquinone, it derives from the same root word as 'ubiquitous,' meaning "found everywhere." Aptly named, CO Q10 is found in every cell of your body, and levels are reported to decrease with age. It is considered an antioxidant nutrient and has been found to help offer protection from free radicals.

Copper Peptide: Helps trigger the skin's own renewal process with rejuvenating effects.

DMAE: Dimethylaminoethanol, a relative newcomer on the beauty scene, promotes skin firmness. Mostly found in anti-aging lotions and creams. It can help improve overall tone of the skin while encouraging elasticity.

Papaya Enzyme: Derived from the fruit Carica papapya. It contains the enzyme papain and helps dissolve the proteins in dead skin through the process of digestion. The exfoliation process exposes a newer, younger layer of skin.

Glycolic Acid: Derived from sugarcane, it is used as an exfoliant and is related to alpha-hydroxy acid in its action. Often added to cosmetic products to control the acid and alkali balance.

Hyaluronic Acid (Sodium Hyaluronate): Found in the body, Hyaluronic Acid is used to lubricate joints and cushion other parts such as the skin. It's used in topically applied rejuvenating products to increase the skin's moisture, volume and fullness. It is capable of absorbing and retaining water over 1,000 times its weight.

Idebenone: Idebenone is pronounced (eye-deb-eh-known). A relatively new discovery in the beauty and anti-aging industry, Idebenone is an organic compound reputed to have superior anti-oxidant properties very similar to that of Coenzyme Q10. It is actually the bioengineered variation of Coenzyme Q10. It acts as a protector against free radicals. Due to production costs, it tends to cost a bit more than other beauty ingredients. However, a demand continues to exist because of its reputation for anti-aging and brightening properties.

Lavender (Lavandula angustifolia): Oil is distilled from the tops of flowering lavender plants. Generally added to products as a perfume, it is found in soaps, perfumes and topical skin preparations. Also, according to the long standing practice of aromatherapy, the scent is also believed to soothe stress.

Matrixyl 3000: Best known to help reduce wrinkle depth. Matrixyl 3000 differs from Matrixyl in that Matrixyl 3000 is made up of both Palmitoyl Oligopeptide and Palmitoyl Tetrapeptide (Matrixyl only has one peptide, Palmitoyl Oligopeptide). An essential function of Palmitoyl Oligopeptide is that it enhances the production of collagen, and Palmitoyl Tetrapeptide combines with other ingredients to optimize the environment to stimulate collagen production. Matrixyl 3000 is renowned in the anti-aging industry for its wrinkle reducing properties, along with improving skin tone and helping to reduce roughness.

Niacinamide (Vitamin B3): A naturally occurring B vitamin found in various plants including sweet birch and wintergreen leaves. It can also be created synthetically through a process of heating phenol and carbon dioxide. It is used for a number of purposes, including its antimicrobial action in preserving products. It is also used to slough the skin, aiding with acne and wrinkled skin.

Shea Butter: An emollient plant lipid. The fruit of the karaite tree in the Savannah region of West Africa produces a rich, luxurious moisturizing fat. The fruit is crushed and boiled until it resembles an ivory or yellow colored cream. It's widely used in lotions, creams, hair conditioners and lipsticks.

Vitamin A: Used for its moisturizing properties.

Vitamin C: Also known as Ascorbic Acid, it is especially used in anti-wrinkle creams and serums. It’s valued for its ability to act as a preservative and antioxidant protection. Depending on the type of product, it comes in several forms, such as a powder or cream.

Vitamin E: Also known as Alpha Tocopherol, is derived from vegetable oils. It’s used as a moisturizing antioxidant.

Zinc Oxide: Widely used for numerous beauty products, zinc oxide is used in: blush, shaving creams, light and white eye shadows, powders, cosmetics, antiperspirants and depilitories. It is also used in foundations and dusting powders for its opaque qualities.
Aging or sun-damaged skin may have any combination of wrinkles, sagging or slack skin around the jowls, chin, cheeks and jawline. It may also have evidence of sun damage (photo damage/hyperpigmentation) in the form of spots, leathery texture and broken capillaries. The skin may also feel tight and dry. If you tend to have dry skin, you will need moisturizing products that nourish, so you will want to find protective and restorative products. Achieving a moisture balance with the right pH is key.

Daily Skin Care Regimen
Begin with a very mild soap, possibly cream based. Since your skin is acidic, the alkaline in soap can easily disturb the delicate pH balance. Also, make sure the soap does not contain harsh chemicals which will also remove the acid mantel and cause further dryness. Choose a toner that soothes and nourishes your skin. It should refresh with a hint of moisture - a low or no alcohol formulation is recommended to prevent over drying the skin.

A daily moisturizing routine is essential to aging skin. After washing skin, pat it dry and begin with a serum to enhance moisture, then apply a day moisturizer. Try to use a day cream with an SPF An evening ritual can include a serum application and a heavier moisturizer. Eye creams and serums are recommended for the delicate area around the eyes that are subject to fine lines and wrinkles.

Weekly Skin Care Routine
Use an extremely mild exfoliator in order to expose fresh skin and allow products to penetrate deeper. This will maximize the effectiveness of your skin care products. A moisture-enhancing mask that you put on and wipe off will moisturize and plump skin that may be dry and dehydrated.

Product Recommendations:

HOW TO USE:
Color Touch Eye Cheek & Lip Glow:
Use a brush or fingertip to apply to eyelids, cheekbones, and lips.

High Definition Cotton & Mineral Foundations: After removing the protective plastic film from the sifter, shake a small amount of powder into the cap. Dip a makeup brush into the powder and gently swirl around cap. Tap off any excess, and apply using circular motions onto cheekbones and forehead. Finish by gently applying to cheeks and nose bridge. The key to the process is the buffing circular motions. The more you buff, the better, smoother the application.

Huile Nutri-Vital Intense:
Apply 1-3 drops to face and neck concentrating on lined areas and drier patches, or add to your Hydro-Surge and Reapir C-Plus to make your indvidualized Skinn cocktail.

Hydro-Surge:
Apply liberally to saturate face and neck in the morning and evening after cleansing.

Orchid Gel Tint:
To visibly even skin tone, smooth over pores, and create a matte-flawless look, apply to entire face using fingertips, make-up sponge or brush. Use under or in place of foundation.

C-Plus:
Dissolve a pea-sized amount into your favorite moisturizer and apply to entire face.

Wow Factor Collagen Volumizing Mascara:
For best results, hold wand with longer bristles against top lashes and sweep from root to tip. Reverse wand and sweep on to bottom lashes for an even more wowing effect. Repeat until desired look is achieved. Do not let dry between coats.

INGREDIENTS:
Color Touch Eye, Cheek & Lip Glow : Dioctyl malate, caprylic/capric triglyceride, ozokerite, persea gratissima (avocado) oil, buxus chinensis (jojoba) oil, beeswax, acrylates copolymer, copernicia cerifera (carnauba) wax, octyldodecanol, petrolatum, tocopherol, pearl powder, mica (CI 77019), titanium dioxide (CI 77891), iron oxides (CI 77491), carmine (CI 75470), ultramarines (CI 77007).

High Definition Cotton & Mineral Foundations: Mica, zinc oxide, titanium dioxide, gossypium herbaceum (cotton), lauroyl lysine, copper PCA, magnesium, zinc PCA, selenium, hydrolyzed cashmere protein, calcium, gold, pearl powder, sodium hyaluronate, ascorbic acid, tocopheryl acetate, retinyl palmitate, phenoxyethanol, ethylhexylglycerine. MAY CONTAIN: Iron oxides (Cl 77489, Cl 77491, Cl 77492, Cl 77499), carmine (Cl75470), ultramarines (Cl 77007), yellow 5 lake (Cl 19140), manganese violet (Cl 77742), chromium oxide greens (Cl 77288), blue 1 lake (Cl 42090).

Huile Nutri-Vital Intense: Olea europaea (oilve) fruit oil, persea gratissima (avocado) oil, prunus amygdalus dulcis (sweet almond) oil, caprylic/capric triglyceride, spilanthes acmella flower (paracress) extract (Gatuline In-Tense*), ceramide 2, tocopheryl acetate, bisabolol, corylus avellana (chilean hazelnut) seed oil, cananga odorata (ylang ylang) flower oil, citrus aurantium bergamia (bergamot) fruit oil, commiphora myrrha (myrrh) oil, aniba rosaeodora (rosewood) wood oil, pogostemon cablin (patchouli) oil, pelargonium graveolens (rose geranium) flower oil, euterpe oleracea (aC B'ai) fruit oil, ocimum basilicum (basil) oil, elettaria cardamomum seed oil, rosmarinus officinalis (rosemary) leaf oil, prunus armeniaca (apricot) kernel oil, citrus aurantium dulcis (orange) flower oil, ormenis multicaulis (maroc chamomile) oil, gardenia tahitensis (manoi) flower extract, morinda citrifolia (noni) seed oil, retinol, retinyl palmitate, retinyl acetate, glycolipids. *Gatuline In-Tense is used under authority of Gattefosse.

Hydro-Surge: Lavandula angustifolia (lavender) flower water, glycerin, isopentyldiol, aloe barbadensis leaf extract, sodium PCA, punica granatum (pomegranate) extract, hamamelis virginiana leaf extract, biosaccharide gum-1, sorbitol, serine, glycine, glutamic acid, alanine, lysine, arginine, threonine, proline, piptadenia colubrina peel extract, glycolic acid, chorella vulgaris (algae) extract, glucosamine HCl, yeast extract, urea, xanthan gum, glycosaminoglycans, hyaluronic acid, cassiope tetragona (arctic heather) flower extract, bisabolol, copper PCA, chlorphenesin.

Orchid Gel Tint: Cyclomethicone, Dimethicone Crosspolymer, Ethylhexyl Silica, Carthamus Tinctorius (Safflower) Seed Oil, Glycine Soja (Soybean) Sterol, Phenoxyethanol, Orchis Mascula (Orchid) Flower Extract, Chamomilla Recutita (Matricaria) Flower Extract, Mica, Titanium Dioxide, Ultramarines, Carmine, Manganese Violet.

C-Plus: Ascorbic acid, citric acid, aloe barbadensis, boron nitride, zinc PCA, copper PCA, silica, mica.

Wow Factor Collagen Volumizing Mascara: Aqua (purified, de-ionized), acrylates copolymer, cera alba (beeswax), copernica cerifera (carnauba) wax, polybutene, paraffin, glyceryl stearate, potassium cetyl phosphate, cetyl alcohol, glycerin, PEG/PPG-17/18 dimethicone, hydrolyzed wheat protein PG-propyl silanetriol, soluble collagen, panthenol, acacia senegal gum, starch, maltodextrin, phenoxyethanol, imidazolidinyl urea, methylparaben, disodium EDTA, propylparaben, ethylparaben, butylparaben, isobutylparaben, hydroxyethyl cellulose. MAY CONTAIN: CI 75470, CI 77007, CI 77491, CI 77492, CI 77499, CI 77266, CI 77288, CI 77510, CI77891, mica.