Deep Purifying Toner ⁰³

WATER. Water positively supports the moisture content of the skin and is used to dissolve vegetable ingredients. The quality of the water is regularly checked for physical and microbiological values.

HAMAMELIS / WITCH HAZEL. Herbal functional ingredient of witch hazel, which conjures up a beautiful and healthy skin texture. The extract has a wound healing, soothing and antioxidant effect. Proanthocyanidins promote cell division of the keratinocytes and keep the skin hydrated. Contained tanning agents can reduce the blood flow in the capillaries and therefore reduce inflammatory skin reactions.

LEMON BALM HYDROLATE. Melissa hydrosol is obtained through steam distillation of the stems, leaves, and flowers of the plant. The plant is known for its soothing and refreshing properties and is often used in skincare products to calm and refresh the skin.

GREEN TEA (CAMELLIA SINENSIS). Is derived from the leaves of the tea plant. It is rich in antioxidants and also contains caffeine as well as other health-promoting compounds such as theanine and polyphenols. In the cosmetic industry, Camellia Sinensis is often used as an ingredient in skin care products because it has soothing, anti-inflammatory, and moisturizing properties. Camellia Sinensis can also be used in hair care products to strengthen the hair and improve hair health.

ALOE VERA. Aloe Vera is a magic plant. It acts as a cooling, soothing, and moisturizing agent, supports the skin's self-healing, and its antioxidants protect against free radicals. Additionally, Aloe Vera contains anti-inflammatory substances like salicylates and polysaccharides, and it promotes wound healing and skin regeneration.

GYLCERINE (SUGAR ALCOHOL). Glycerin occurs in nature as a component of fats (triglycerides = glycerin with 3 fatty acids). It is a natural component of our Natural Moisturizing Factor (NMF) of the skin and is present as part of the storage fat in plants. Glycerin binds water and can thus promote the skin's moisture. A well moisturized skin ages more slowly and is better protected against environmental influences.

POLIGLYCERYL-4 CAPRATE. Is an ingredient used in cosmetics and skincare products that acts as a surfactant and emulsifier. It is a mixture of esters of multiple glyceryl molecules and caprylic acid that can be derived from coconut oil. Polyglyceryl-4 Caprate can help water and oil mix in a product, resulting in a better texture and consistency. It is often used in natural cosmetics because it is considered particularly gentle on the skin.

POLYGLYCERYL-6 CAPRYLATE (EMULSIFIER). Ester hexaglycerol and caprylic acid with emulsifying properties. Keeps the product physically stable due to purely vegetable ingredients.

PAPAYA EXTRACT (FRUIT). Extract of the up to 8 meter high melon tree. Has a keratolytic toning effect and smoothes small wrinkles. The gentle enzymes from the papaya (papain) have excellent peeling properties: by splitting binding proteins (= proteolysis) and the resulting desquamation of the skin, the skin's appearance is clarified and pores appear refined.

GRAPE (FRUIT). In addition to vitamins and phenols, this grape extract contains the so-called AHA (alpha hydroxy acids), which have a gentle exfoliating effect. The skin regeneration is stimulated and it appears youthful and healthy.

FRANKINCENSE. Extract from the dried, ground gum of the incense tree; a small tree or shrub with pinnate leaves and white or pale pink blossoms. Has astringent and cleansing effects, soothes and relieves the skin. The boswellia acids contained, can have a strengthening and toning effect on the skin.

GINGER (ESSENTIAL OIL). The essential oil, which is extracted from the rhizome of the ginger plant, refreshes tired legs. In aromatherapy it is appreciated for its detoxifying properties.

CARROT EXTRACT. Functional ingredient with antioxidant, refatting and soothing properties. Due to its high beta-carotene content, the carrot has a firming and cell-protecting effect and is often found in care products for demanding skin. Age prevention.

APPLE EXTRACT. Extract from the apple fruit. Rich in proteins, starch, acids, vitamins and salts. Contained antioxidants protect against free radicals, vitamin C is important for cell regeneration. Polysaccharides support a well moisturized and healthy skin.

PRICKLY PEAR (STEM). Extract from the leaves (stems) of the prickly pear grown in Sicily. The gel it contains has been traditionally used on the skin as an anti-redness, moisturizing and wound-healing agent. Scientific studies have shown that these effects are due to certain polysaccharides in the gel, which have effects similar to hyaluronic acid. Today, the stem of the prickly pear is used in the cosmetic industry as an up-cycling ingredient to produce high quality components for skincare products. The leaves (stem) of the prickly pear are used to make an extract that is rich in vitamins, minerals and antioxidants and has a soothing and regenerating effect on the skin.

WILLOWHERB. Willowherb extract, which regulates sebum production and has a soothing effect. Brings the skin back into its natural balance and improves the skin's appearance.

VINE LEAF. An up to 10 m high climbing shrub that grows in temperate and subtropical climates. The vine leaf contains Reservatrol and OPCs, which have a strong antioxidant effect.

ALGIN. This functional ingredient is the result of the symbiosis of brown algae with microorganisms. Sebum production is regulated, re-epithelization can be stimulated. Especially recommended for tendentially oily skin.

ZINC SULFATE. Zinc sulfate has astringent and antimicrobial properties.

SODIUM LEVULINATE. Levulinic acid from sugar cane and vegetable oils has an antimicrobial effect and blocks the growth of bacteria in the product.

SODIUM ANISATE. Sodium anisate is a natural ingredient known for its preservative properties that help extend the shelf life of a product.

SODIUM PHYTATE. Sodium phytate is a natural raw material occurring in wheat and rice bran. It is a so-called chelator and binds metals which can influence the stability of the product.

LIME (ESSENTIAL OIL). This essential oil from the lime refreshes and is known as a mood enhancer.

TEA TREE (ESSENTIAL OIL). Originally used to make tea, tea tree is now appreciated for acne-prone skin as it is known to regulate and control sebum secretion in the long term. Its antibacterial action has been confirmed in studies and it is the second most antiseptic of all known natural substances, after thyme oil.

SAGE (ESSENTIAL OIL). The Latin name salvia already contains the healing effect, because salvare means to save. Due to its estrogenic effect, it is traditionally administered for menopause symptoms. The essential oil has a stimulating and toning effect and is used for cellulite. Through its antibacterial effect it can reduce sweat odor.

THYME (ESSENTIAL OIL). Up to 45 cm high shrub plant, which grows in Central Europe, Southern Europe, Asia Minor, USA and in China. Beside the popular use in the Mediterranean kitchen, thyme is also appreciated as an anti-infectious essential oil.

CAJEPUT (ESSENTIAL OIL). Cajeput oil is an essential oil extracted from the leaves and twigs of the Melaleuca tree. This tree is native to Southeast Asia but also grows in other parts of the world, such as Australia and India. Cajeput oil has antiseptic, anti-inflammatory, and pain-relieving effects.

CITRIC ACID. Organic acid. Biotechnologically extracted from the juice of the lemon fruit with the help of bacteria and serves to stabilize the pH value of the product.

LIMONENE. Fragrance that must be declared (information for people with a fragrance allergy) and natural component of various essential oils. Limonene is a fresh, citrus-like scent that is contained in many plants such as rosemary, lavender, lemon grass, peppermint and eucalyptus. The molecule is also the main component of the peel oil of citrus fruits.

LINALOOL. Fragrance that must be declared (information for people with a fragrance allergy) and natural component of various essential oils. The fragrance is flowery-fresh and occurs in many spice plants, such as nutmeg, thyme and many more.