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actyl c or actyl p, p for pigmentation (INCI: 3-o-ethyl ascorbic acid)
A derivative from Vitamin C more active, more stable and more bio-available than Vitamin C. It has a proven double-action on melanin. It helps inhibit the melanin precursors (tyrosinase: enzymatic reaction that leads to production of melanin).
adenosine (INCI: adenosine)
Yeast derived ingredient that plays an important cell- signaling role in many bodily processes. Adenosine is present in our cells and functions as a cell-communicating ingredient because it is a source of energy that supports healthy cellular activity. Adenosine is associated with anti- wrinkle cosmetic results and skin-smoothing properties.
aha (INCI: vaccinium myrtillus fruit extract (and) saccharum officinarum (sugar cane) extract (and) citrus aurantium dulcis (orange) fruit water (and) citrus limon (lemon) fruit extract (and) acer saccharum (sugar maple) extract)
Alpha Hydroxy acid or Fruit acids. They are used as moisturizers, emollients and exfoliants according to the
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