SkinCeuticals Phyto+ - All Skin Types - 30 ml
This botanical gel for hyperpigmentation is an advanced lightening formula combining four active ingredients to diminish discoloration and improve the overall health of the skin. Kojic acid and arbutin, natural alternatives to hydroquinone, work synergistically to help break up hyperpigmentation, while cucumber and thyme contain anti-inflammatory and antiseptic properties to soothe red, irritated skin. Active ingredients are delivered in a hyaluronic acid base to hydrate as they help heal, calm, and improve the appearance of the skin. Phyto+ can also be used to help reduce erythema and to maintain results following invasive cosmetic procedures.
Features & Benefits:
• Four skin lightening ingredients - work synergistically to lighten the appearance of skin
• Arbutin - a natural alternative to the chemical skin lightener hydroquinone - less likely to cause irritation
• Cucumber and Thyme - soothe and calm red and irritated skin, as well as help reduce the appearance of hyperpigmentation
Usage Recommendations:
• Hyperpigmentation
• Melasma
• Erythema
• Beginning 30 days before and/or 7-10 days after invasive or non-invasive rejuvenating procedures
• Protocols: Regenerating Facial, Hand Rejuvenation, Refining Treatment for Men, Reconditioning and Firming Treatment
Application:
Twice daily, using fingertips, apply a small amount to "age" and "sun" spots.
Key Ingredients:
ARBUTIN GLYCOSIDE
• Arbutin is the active ingredient in Uva Ursi
• Present in fairly high amounts (up to 10%) in Uva Ursi
• Inhibits tyrosinase, an enzyme that contributes to the
formation of melanin in skin
• Known for its skin lightening abilities and healing properties
KOJIC ACID
• A skin lightening agent
• Found to be a tyrosinase inhibitor
• Combined with allantoin and other proper ingredients in
sunscreen preparations, the mixture can inhibit UV-caused erythema and accelerate wound healing
THYME EXTRACT
• Its botanical properties have been listed as antiseptic, tonic, anti-bacterial, deodorizing, fungicidal, and circulation-stimulating
CUCUMBER EXTRACT
• Helps to soothe, tighten and refresh tired and sagging skin
• Contains a group of tetracylic triterpenes, commonly referred to as bitter principles of cucurbits which have antioxidant activity
• Has been used in the treatment of skin disorders such as
itching, burns, as well as for wound healing
• Has a cooling, demulcent and tonic effect
• Credited with moisture-binding, moisture regulating, soothing, tightening, anti-itching, refreshing and anti inflammatory
• Contains amina and organic acids that are claimed to strengthen the skin's acid mantle |
