Scent: A very subtle smell - only coming from the ingredients (we never use any fragrance).
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Texture: Gel-like, it requires about a minute of massaging for optimal penetration.
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• Helichrysum italicum flower water (everlasting floral water, or Italian helichryse)

  Italian helichrysum is also called Immortelle or Everlasting because of the long preservation of its flowers after picking, up to several years. Recognized for its circulatory properties, it is used in aromatherapy to relieve hematomas and inflammation.
  In cosmetics, Everlasting floral water, softer than essential oil, soothes sensitive and mature skin, reduces dark circles and bags under the eyes, reduces redness or even tones and firms the skin. It is naturally anti-inflammatory and antibacterial.
  Immortelle is also rightly called "Elixir of Youth", thanks to its powerful anti-free radical action that protects cell membranes and prevents their ageing.

• Aloe barbadensis leaf juice (aloe vera leaf juice)

  Aloe vera contains both vitamins C and E, both of which are known to be vital for healthy skin and also help to improve natural firmness, leaving your skin soft, supple and hydrated. It is also well respected for its application as a moisturizing agent. It contains vitamin B complex, folic acid, vitamin C and carotene (a precursor of vitamin A).

• Glycerin

  It is a natural moistening additive, which maintains the moisture content of the skin or formula itself. Its moisturizing and softening effects one from its ability to capture water molecules and lock them in the cells of the epidermis. It is found in its natural state in cherries, but also in all-natural fats like those of the skin.

• c14-22 alcohols

  c14-22 alcohols are fatty alcohols derived from vegetables and look completely different to “bad” alcohols. They’re not drying or irritating to your skin at all, they just help as emulsifiers in the formula.

• Xanthan gum

  An excellent, sugar-based, natural thickener for emulsions and cleansing systems. It is a polysaccharide produced through a bio-fermentation process of the Xanthamonas campestris bacteria and sucrose or glucose.

• Oenothera biennis oil (evening primrose oil)

  Evening Primrose has powerful regenerative properties - it is also nicknamed “the king’s panacea”: this herb has a very ancient reputation for curing almost everything. A skin revitalizing agent, its moisturizing and nourishing properties are also very popular. It is a very rich source of linoleic acid (66-76%), and also contains the famous soothing and healing fatty acid, gamma-linolenic acid (aka GLA, 7-12%).

• Rosa rubiginosa fruit seed oil (sweetbriar rose seed oil)

  Considered an anti-ageing ingredient thanks to its high Vitamin C content and its ability to boost skin regeneration and elasticity, it is also high in GLA, an essential fatty acid that helps to reduce fine lines and combat the drying effects of the sun, environment and climate. Other fatty acids found in high levels help healing and regeneration of the skin's cells.

• c12-20 alkyl glucoside

  Of natural origins and approved by all organic certifications, it helps to stabilise emulsions and provides a restructuring effect and a moisturising effect.

• Caffeine

  Caffeine has soothing properties and is also an excellent vascular tonic. In other words, caffeine restores tone to the blood vessels. The effect is even more visible in the fragile zone of the eye contour, thanks to the activation of microcirculation. Caffeine is also known for its anti-ageing properties, thanks to its concentration in polyphenols.

• Oryza sativa starch

Rice starch is a natural substance that has long been used in cosmetics and skincare products for delicate, sensitive skin. Rice starch powders are known for their absorbent properties to treat skin disorders. They form a thin film on the skin as a buffer against rubbing. By absorbing water, they extend the duration of the skin's moisture and provide hydrating and emollient benefits. They also have a refreshing effect, reducing redness, irritation and itching.

• Benzyl alcohol

  An antimicrobial preservative and solvent. One of the few preservatives allowed in organic products. It is naturally present in apricots, almonds, apples, asparagus, etc.

• Helichrysum bracteiferum oil (Madagascar helichryse oil)

  Malagasy helichryse is a small yellow flower scattered here and there at the edges of forests in Madagascar. Its therapeutic virtues have been observed by Malagasy scientists who have noted its use by lemurs for their healing in the event of wounds. Its intense, spicy and sweet fragrance makes it special in addition to its stimulating and regenerating effects on body and mind.

  Its therapeutic properties in skin care are numerous, especially anti-allergenic, anti-inflammatory and astringent. Malagasy helichryse exceptionally promotes the growth of new cells and also has excellent antioxidant and therefore anti-ageing qualities.

• Sodium hyaluronate

  Sodium hyaluronate is the sodium salt of hyaluronic acid. One of the rare non-plant active ingredients used by Cosmydor, it is produced naturally by bio-fermentation. Renowned for its anti-ageing properties, it helps retain water in tissues: the hyaluronic acid molecule fixes and attracts up to 1,000 times its weight in water, allowing continuous hydration. Also active in skin healing, it gives a smooth and glowing appearance. It ensures good cohesion between the different components of the dermis support layer, which enable a well-rounded appearance of the skin. Finally, it has antioxidant properties that help fight the formation of free radicals.

• Citric acid

  Existing in a variety of fruits and vegetables like lemons, limes, oranges, tangerines and blackberries, it is used in cosmetics and personal care products to adjust their ph balance, inhibit tyrosinase to even out the skin tone and sometimes to impart a lemon-like fragrance to a product.

• Dehydroacetic acid

  Used as an antimicrobial and fungicide preservative.

• Cymbopogon citratus leaf oil

  Known for its astringent, detoxifying and purifying properties, it naturally widens and strengthens blood vessels and stimulates the lymphatic system. It has antioxidant and antiseptic properties and fights bacteria, fungi and viruses.

• Sodium benzoate

  A salt of benzoic acid found naturally in cranberries, prunes, plums, cinnamon, ripe cloves, and apples and used as a preservative in cosmetics and personal care product formulas as a fragrance ingredient, masking ingredient, anti-corrosive agent, and most frequently, as a preservative.

• Potassium sorbate

  A mild preservative being used in cosmetic and skincare formulas as a paraben alternative to prevent or retard the growth of microorganisms and protect products from spoiling, it is developed from sorbic acid, which is naturally found in the berries of the mountain ash tree.