Acne is a skin condition that can appear at any age. Stress, smoking, excessive UV radiation, unhealthy diet, drugs, poor-quality cosmetics - all this can provoke the appearance of imperfections. Unfortunately, according to statistics, in 1 woman out of 4, acne first appears only after 25 years, when signs of skin aging already begin to appear. For aging skin, multifunctional products are needed that will cope not only with imperfections, but also solve other problems: dehydration, loss of elasticity and radiance, etc.
Therefore, it is important to choose a comprehensive care that would effectively work with two problems - the correction of age-related changes and the fight against imperfections.
The French brand Institut Esthederm found a solution and released the Intensive Propolis + care line. The main ingredient of all products was propolis.
The effect of propolis on the skin
- Accelerates regeneration, soothes irritation and inflammation. At the same time, it "erases" traces of post-acne.
- Retains moisture and protects skin cells from damage.
- Helps to lighten age spots.
- Powerful antioxidant that fights signs of skin aging.
How is propolis obtained for Intensive Propolis+ products?
Propolis comes from two dozen certified organic beekeeping farms from several regions of France. In this way, the most concentrated and effective propolis is selected without compromising the welfare of the bees and without polluting the environment.
Propolis is harvested and cleaned by hand. Then it is temporarily placed in a freezer for biological decontamination, and then vacuum-packed to preserve all the beneficial properties.
In this form, propolis is brought to the Greentech laboratory, where it is checked whether it meets quality standards. The raw propolis is then placed in bioethanol, a plant-based solvent made from wheat, to extract the necessary ingredients. This method allows you to achieve a higher concentration, and therefore more polyphenols. These enzymes help fight the excess production of free radicals that accelerate skin aging and are more effective against Cutibacterium acnes, the bacteria that causes acne.
A comprehensive program to combat imperfections and signs of skin aging includes several products:
Zinc Serum Lotion
Light lotion-serum is used in the morning and evening after cleansing the skin. The lotion should be applied to a cotton pad and wiped over the face. The product has a dual action: cleanses the skin, eliminates oily sheen, reduces traces of post-acne, and also enhances protection against oxidative stress, preventing premature aging.
Serum lotion with zinc, 4300 rubles
Concentrated Salicylic Acid Serum
SOS product that helps to quickly eliminate traces of post-inflammatory pigmentation due to the high content of propolis and salicylic acid. Serum at the same time soothes the skin and accelerates regeneration. The result is an even skin tone, lightening post-acne spots and less inflammation. An important point is that the serum can only be used at night.
Concentrated serum with salicylic acid, 4950 rubles
Perfector cream with ferulic acid
Moisturizing cream with an instant improving effect. After using it, the skin tone is even, the face is matte. Regular use of the cream helps smooth out wrinkles and improve skin condition.
Propolis in the composition has a cleansing and antimicrobial effect, ferulic acid protects against free radicals and premature aging, the peptide complex fights the appearance of new wrinkles, and the powder helps to remove oily sheen.
Perfector cream with ferulic acid, 3100 rubles
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