Vol. 5, n. 1, January-March 2009 1th International ... - Salute per tutti

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A. Sparavigna, B. Tenconi, I. De Ponti
Retinol: synonym of vitamin A. Liposoluble
vitamin which protects and stimulates the
growth of skin.
H y d rolyzed soya pro t e i n s: rich in amino acids,
they have an anti-inflammatory action.
Centella extract (Centella asiatica): it helps the
microcirculation and improves the permeability
of vessels. It has an anti-cellulite action.
Biovin: a natural antioxidant element extracted
from vine (Vitis vinifera) composed of oligomeric
proanthocyanidins and resveratrol.
Through an activity that can be defined as “phytokinetic
synergy”, it protects cell membrane
phospholipids from oxidation and blocks the
chain reaction of free radicals. It is essential, in
synergy with vitamin C, for the synthesis of collagen
and for the protective effect on microcirculation
vessels. Its capability of metallic ions
chelating makes it an effective “radical scavenger”
having an antipollution action.
Phytic acid complex: it is a mixture made of
phytic acid, aloe vera and ascorbic acid bound to
silicone in a biologically active way. It has an
antioxidant and anti-inflammatory action. It
stimulates the cell turnover and has an exfoliating
action.
Sweet almond oil (P runus amygdalus dulcis oil) :
emollient, soothing, nutritious and lenitive. It is
rich in proteins, glucides, mineral salts, vitamin A
and vitamins of group B. It is suitable for all types
of skin, prevents skin aging and it is used for dry
and reddened skin such as childre n ’s sensitive
skin. It is very effective against stre t c h m a r k s ,
especially during the pregnancy period or while
being on a slimming diet. It is advised to apply it
on “critical are a s ” such as bosom, hips and thighs,
anyway on clear skin, with a soft massage in ord e r
to facilitate the oil absorption, which penetrates
in deep layers and releases active principles.
Sericin: silk is a natural product and researches
in this field have demonstrated that this protein
is able to inhibit the effects of some
enzymes responsible for skin aging and can
reduce wrinkles and dark spots. The sericin put
on the skin forms a film that makes it extremely
soft and silken. It has a remarkable long-lasting
hydrating effect that benefits the integrity of
the skin hydrolipidic barrier.
Journal of Plastic Dermatology 2009; 5, 1
Sericin is used in its integral form (400 kDa); its
action is not due to the non-structured pool of
amino acids, but to the molecule’s spatial structure
and its bonds of coordination and bioadhesion
to the skin surface.
Safety, sensory agreeableness and efficacy have
been scientifically demonstrated.
omposition of “Pari” cream
C
The formulation of Pari cream contains
actives which carry out a re-epithelising
anti-oxidant and anti-age activity.
Argan oil (Argania spinosa): it has been used for
centuries in cosmetic field because it contains
strong doses of unsaturated fatty acid and of vitamin
E. It has a hydrating and nourishing
action. It regenerates tissues and make the skin
elastic and bright.
Rose hip oil (extracted from Rosa mosqueta
seeds): it has a hydrating and cicatrizing effect.
It has the capability to reduce scars, stretch
marks and acne marks. Rosa mosqueta is a wild
rose coming from Asia, than spread all over
Europe and finally introduced in South America
by Spaniards during their conquering period.
Today it is thriving in Chile.
The oil got from the cold pressing of its seeds
has a very high concentration of polyunsaturated
fatty acids (linoleic 41%, linolenic 39%)
which are essential for the synthesis of
prostaglandins, substances responsible for cell
regeneration processes and the renewal of skin
tissues. Besides essential fatty acids, there is also
trans-retinoic acid, an isomer of vitamin A,
whose rejuvenation action on the skin has been
demonstrated: its application makes the skin
fresher, smoother and more elastic.
Rose hip oil is there f o re effective on scars caused
by stretchmarks, sunburns and skin spots due to
aging. It minimizes facial expression wrinkles and
p revents pre m a t u re aging of skin tissues.
Phytodermine C: of vegetable origin, it has a
high hydrating power and increases the skin
elasticity.
Spirulina extract: it is an extract of a small blue
alga very rich in proteins and essential amino
acids. It contains also vitamin A and E. It has a
s t rong antioxidant action.