Glycolic Acid: An AHA capable of penetrating the interlamellar spaces and layers of the epidermis. It also interacts with the dermis, improving circulation and nutrient delivery, while stimulating collagen and elastic fiber production.
Present in: PRO Exfoliant, Glycolic + M Acid Complex Face Cream, Intensive Exfoliating Treatment
Mandelic Acid: An AHA with excellent exfoliating properties that is non-photosensitizing, making it suitable for very fair skin. It is particularly effective for treating acne-related skin imperfections, photo-aging, and hyperpigmentation. Known as “amygdalic acid” due to its discovery from bitter almond extract.
Present in: PRO Exfoliant, Glycolic + M Acid Complex Face Cream, Intensive Exfoliating Treatment, Brightening Cleansing Tonic
Malic Acid: An AHA found in fruits and vegetables, playing a key role in cellular energy production.
Present in: PRO Exfoliant, Intensive Exfoliating Treatment
Maltobionic Acid: An innovative molecule derived from plant maltose. It is a PHA (polyhydroxy acid) with bionic properties, meaning it consists of a sugar acid (gluconic acid) attached to another sugar (glucose). Known for its high water-binding capacity, it absorbs 29% of its weight in water, providing deep hydration. Gentle and non-irritating for all skin types, including sensitive skin, it protects the skin by inhibiting MMPs, preventing protein glycation, and offering anti-aging and pigmentation-preventive benefits.
Present in: PRO Exfoliant
Gluconolactone: A PHA with strong long-term moisturizing properties. Derived from glucose through fermentation, it offers antioxidant properties, restores the skin barrier, and protects against glycolic acid's side effects. Non-photosensitizing, it can be used year-round.
Present in: Glycolic + M Acid Complex Face Cream, Regenerating Gel Mask, Intensive Exfoliating Treatment
Lactic Acid: Provides deep hydration.
Present in: Glycolic + M Acid Complex Face Cream, Intensive Exfoliating Treatment
Citric Acid: An AHA derived from citrus fruits, with astringent, exfoliating, and regenerating properties.
Present in: Glycolic + M Acid Complex Face Cream, Intensive Exfoliating Treatment
Pyrrolidone Carboxylic Acid (PCA): An amino acid derivative and excellent humectant. Actively hydrates the skin by binding and attracting water from the environment, maintaining hydration on the skin's surface. It is a key component of the hydrolipidic film, which protects the skin from external factors and irritation.
Present in: Glycolic + M Acid Complex Face Cream
EGCG (Epigallocatechin Gallate) Glucoside: A flavonoid from green tea, known as a powerful antioxidant with anti-inflammatory properties. A patented green biocatalysis process has stabilized EGCG, enhancing its performance: potent antioxidant, excellent skin bioavailability, penetration up to 80 microns, brightening effects across the four stages of pigmentation, prebiotic activity promoting Lactobacillus growth, and postbiotic niacin production.
Present in: Brightening Anti-Spot Face Cream, Brightening Restorative Mask, Brightening Cleansing Tonic
Juniper Extract (JUNIPERUS COMMUNIS): Extracted from juniper berries, this natural active ingredient prevents lipofuscin accumulation and helps degrade existing deposits via autophagy, reducing yellowing and dullness in the skin.
Present in: Brightening Anti-Spot Face Cream, Brightening Restorative Mask
Tranexamic Acid: An amino acid similar to tyrosine, it competitively inhibits tyrosinase activity, reducing melanin formation. Suitable for all skin types, including sensitive skin, it lightens and minimizes pigmentation from sun exposure, melasma, freckles, senile lentigines, acne, inflammation, and post-procedure treatments.
Present in: Anti-Spot Concentrate
Hexylresorcinol: An alkylresorcinol derived from cereal bran. Vagheggi has selected a highly purified HR, ensuring exceptional tolerance and year-round use. Tested across different ethnicities, it inhibits melanogenesis, reduces extracellular and intracellular melanin, lightens skin locally without affecting surrounding areas, reduces inflammation, and protects collagen and elastin from glycation. Works synergistically with niacinamide for enhanced anti-melanogenesis effects.
Present in: Anti-Spot Concentrate
Allantoin: Soothing and regenerating, it helps repair damaged skin and improves hydration, reducing redness and irritation after exfoliation.
Present in: Brightening Restorative Mask
Shea Butter: Intensely moisturizing, deeply nourishes the skin, enhancing elasticity and protecting against dryness.
Present in: Brightening Restorative Mask, Glycolic + M Acid Complex Face Cream, Brightening Anti-Spot Face Cream
Erythrulose: A natural hydrator that enhances skin tone uniformity, giving the skin a healthy, luminous appearance.
Present in: Brightening Restorative Mask
Zinc Oxide: Anti-inflammatory and protective, it soothes the skin and reduces redness, making it ideal for sensitive skin.
Present in: Brightening Restorative Mask
Niacinamide: Vitamin B3 improves the skin barrier, reduces inflammation, brightens dark spots, and enhances hydration.
Present in: Anti-Spot Concentrate
Hyaluronic Acid: A powerful hydrator that retains moisture in the skin, improving elasticity and smoothness.
Present in: Anti-Spot Concentrate
