COSMIX Oleo Moist

Applications

Moisturizing

Soothing

Protecting

Nourishing

Skin repair

Anti-aging

 

Cosmetic Benefits

Nutrition & moisturizing of the epidermis superior layers

Improvement of membrane fluidity

Prevention of lipoperoxidation

Prevention of molecular ageing

Free radical scavenger

Protection against oxidative stress

 

Ingredients (INCI):

Hemisqualane (C13-15 Alkane), Sunflower (Helianthus Annuus) Seed Oil, Willow Herb / Fireweed (Epilobium Angustifolium) Extract

 

Active Biomolecules

Biophenols

Linoleic acid ω6

Oleic acid ω9

Flavonoids

Vitamin E, K

Phytosterols

 

Recommended Dose

1-5%

 

Epilobium Extract

Fireweed is usually one of the first plants to grow on bare land. It is found in the streams and open woods. It adapts well to burned or cut-over forests, avalanche areas, swamps, riverbeds and deglaciated areas.

North-American First Nations used fireweed externally for burns and other skin conditions, and drank it as a tea for gastro-intestinal and bronchial problems.

This herb is used as a tonic which contract the tissues and soften as well as soothe skin. Traditionally the plant is used to cleanse, soothe and heal minor burns, ulcers, skin rashes, afflictions and skin irritations. A poultice of peeled roots assist in skin sores, boils, swellings etc. Ointment made from the leaves helps to soothe skin problems.

Researchers are also investigating fireweed as a possible acne treatment.

 

Sunflower Seed Oil

Sunflower seed oil is rich in linoleic acid, and has been used topically in the treatment of essential fatty-acid deficiency, rapidly reversing the disease with its excellent transcutaneous absorption.

More locally, these essential fatty acids can help maintain the skin barrier and decrease trans-epidermal water loss, both important features in thinking about skin problems such as atopic dermatitis.

Several studies have also suggested that sunflower seed oil has anti-inflammatory properties.

Sunflower oil is a natural and healthy way of maintaining great skin condition, thanks to its calming and emollient (moisturizing) properties. Being rich in nutrients and antioxidants, it is widely used for medicinal and cosmetic purposes and is found to be effective against acne, eczema, inflammation, general redness and irritation of the skin.

Due to its emollient properties, sunflower oil helps the skin retain its moisture.

Sunflower oil is extremely high in Vitamin E, which is essential for preventing damage to the skin cells by the ultraviolet light or UVA from the sun.

Sunflower oil is also rich in vitamins A, C and D and healthy carotenoids and waxes which form a protective barrier on the skin. Thus, this oil is effective in the treatment of acne. Being exceptionally light and non-greasy, it gets absorbed into the skin easily, without clogging or blocking the pores. Its range of vitamins and fatty acids act as antioxidants to regenerate the skin cells and help the skin get rid of acne causing bacteria.

Beta-carotene is a richly pigmented, fat-soluble compound that can be converted into Vitamin A and its antioxidant properties are beneficial for the appearance of skin. Sunflower oil is an excellent source of beta-carotene. Consumption of this compound makes the skin less sensitive to the sun. The antioxidants in it neutralize the free radicals that penetrate skin, which cause sunburn and other types of sun damage such as skin cancer.

 

The antioxidant properties of sunflower oil help in preventing premature signs of aging. The exposure to free radicals and sunlight increases the rate of aging of skin, causing the occurrence of wrinkles and fine lines at an early age. The antioxidants in sunflower oil lower the risk of developing premature signs of aging.