In the skincare world, it’s common to come across the terms “actives” and “ingredients.” These two terms are often used interchangeably, but they have distinct meanings that can have a major impact on the effectiveness and results of the products you use.
1. Ingredients: The foundation of all products
Ingredients are all the components that go into the composition of a treatment. They can be of natural or synthetic origin and are used to provide specific properties to the product, such as hydration, sun protection or the elimination of impurities for example. Ingredients can be oils, plant extracts, preservatives, emulsifiers, etc. Ingredients serve as a support to transport the active ingredients and provide texture, odor and stability to the product.
2. Assets: the heroes of care:
Active ingredients are ingredients that have specific properties to treat skin problems or improve the appearance of the skin. These are the main active agents that provide real and visible benefits, such as improving elasticity, reducing wrinkles, lightening pigment spots…
Actives work by penetrating into the deeper layers of the skin and interacting with cells to produce beneficial effects. For example, hyaluronic acid is a popular active known for its hydrating and plumping properties, while vitamin C is a powerful antioxidant that helps brighten and even out skin tone.
3. The importance of choosing products with effective active ingredients:
When choosing skincare products, it is crucial to pay attention to the active ingredients they contain. Quality active ingredients have been scientifically tested to prove their effectiveness and safety. They are usually more expensive than basic ingredients, but they offer tangible results.
To choose products with effective active ingredients, it is recommended to read the labels carefully and look for specific ingredients, such as hyaluronic acid, vitamin C, vitamin E and many others.
4. The synergy between active ingredients and ingredients:
It is important to note that active ingredients do not work alone. They need a carrier, that is, other ingredients to stabilize them, transport them and make them more effective. Base ingredients, such as emulsifiers, preservatives and texturizing agents, play a vital role in the formulation of skincare products. They allow the active ingredients to be well absorbed by the skin and deliver the expected results.
Understanding the difference between actives and ingredients in skincare is essential for making skincare choices. Actives provide real benefits, while base ingredients support their effectiveness. When looking for skincare products, be sure to choose ones that contain actives that address your skincare concerns.
As a reminder :
- Among the 31 active ingredients of plant and marine origin that we have selected, we combine 6 to 18 per body and face product in order to obtain a unique level of effectiveness.
- 95% of our active ingredients have remarkable anti-aging properties
- 100% of our products have been formulated to address the concerns of prevention and correction of visible signs of aging