MESO SKIN PERFECTOR LIGHT®
Ingredient List with Descriptions, Origins, and Effects (Including Anti-Aging Benefits)
1. Aqua (Water)
- Origin: Purified water.
- Effect: Functions as a solvent for other ingredients and provides hydration to the skin.
- Anti-aging: Refreshes and moisturizes the skin.
- Skin tone/radiance: Enhances the skin’s natural glow through hydration.
2. Glycerin
- Origin: Derived from vegetable oils or synthetically produced.
- Effect: A humectant that retains moisture in the skin.
- Anti-aging: Reduces dryness and improves skin elasticity.
- Skin tone/radiance: Promotes healthy, hydrated skin with increased glow.
3. PEG-40 Hydrogenated Castor Oil
- Origin: Made from hydrogenated castor oil.
- Effect: An emulsifier that helps blend water- and oil-based ingredients.
- Anti-aging: Improves the absorption of active ingredients.
- Skin tone/radiance: Ensures even distribution of the product on the skin.
4. CI 77891 (Titanium Dioxide)
- Origin: Naturally occurring mineral.
- Effect: Offers UV protection and brightening properties.
- Anti-aging: Prevents sun damage, a major cause of aging.
- Skin tone/radiance: Lightens skin tone and provides an even glow.
5. Ascorbyl Glucoside (Vitamin C)
- Origin: Stabilized form of Vitamin C derived from glucose.
- Effect: Brightens the skin, reduces pigmentation, and stimulates collagen production.
- Anti-aging: Enhances firmness and reduces fine lines.
- Skin tone/radiance: Improves skin luminosity and diminishes unevenness.
6. Hydrolyzed Collagen
- Origin: Extracted from fish or bovine sources.
- Effect: Provides moisture and enhances skin elasticity.
- Anti-aging: Reduces wrinkles and increases firmness.
- Skin tone/radiance: Leaves the skin plumper and smoother.
7. Glycine Soja Seed Extract (Soybean Extract)
- Origin: Extracted from soybeans.
- Effect: Rich in antioxidants and amino acids that nourish the skin.
- Anti-aging: Protects against free radicals and promotes skin repair.
- Skin tone/radiance: Improves skin evenness and glow.
8. Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
- Origin: Derived from coconut oil and glycerin.
- Effect: A moisturizing and softening agent.
- Anti-aging: Prevents moisture loss and improves skin texture.
- Skin tone/radiance: Leaves a soft and radiant finish.
9. Verbascum Thapsus Extract (Mullein Extract)
- Origin: Extracted from the flowers of the mullein plant.
- Effect: Photoluminescent properties convert UV light into visible light, giving skin a natural glow.
- Anti-aging: Combats oxidative stress and improves skin radiance.
- Skin tone/radiance: Adds a visible and youthful glow.
10. Low Molecular Weight Hyaluronic Acid (5-10 kDa)
- Origin: Biotechnologically produced through bacterial fermentation.
- Effect: Penetrates deeply into the skin and provides intense hydration.
- Anti-aging: Reduces wrinkles and enhances skin plumpness.
- Skin tone/radiance: Gives the skin a full, radiant, and hydrated appearance.
11. Tocopherol (Vitamin E)
- Origin: Naturally found in vegetable oils, nuts, and seeds.
- Effect: A powerful antioxidant that protects against environmental damage.
- Anti-aging: Prevents premature aging and strengthens the skin barrier.
- Skin tone/radiance: Retains moisture and promotes a healthy glow.
12. CI 77492, CI 77491, CI 77499 (Iron Oxides)
- Origin: Natural mineral pigments.
- Effect: Provides color and enhances skin tone.
- Anti-aging: Does not directly contribute but improves the visual aesthetics of the skin.
- Skin tone/radiance: Boosts skin radiance and gives an even tone.
13. Citric Acid
- Origin: Extracted from citrus fruits.
- Effect: Balances pH and promotes mild exfoliation.
- Anti-aging: Stimulates cell renewal for smoother skin.
- Skin tone/radiance: Improves skin evenness and glow.
Active Ingredients
1. Vitamin C (Ascorbyl Glucoside)
- Origin: Stabilized form of Vitamin C derived from glucose.
- Effects:
- Anti-aging: Stimulates collagen production, reduces fine lines and wrinkles, and protects against free radicals.
- Skin tone/radiance: Brightens the skin, reduces pigmentation, and delivers a more even and radiant skin tone.
2. Vitamin E (Tocopherol)
- Origin: Extracted from vegetable oils, nuts, and seeds or synthetically produced.
- Effects:
- Anti-aging: A powerful antioxidant that protects the skin from environmental damage and prevents premature aging.
- Skin tone/radiance: Moisturizes and nourishes the skin, resulting in a healthy, glowing appearance.
3. Hydrolyzed Collagen
- Origin: Extracted from fish or bovine sources and broken into smaller molecules for better absorption.
- Effects:
- Anti-aging: Improves skin elasticity, reduces wrinkles, and increases skin plumpness.
- Skin tone/radiance: Leaves the skin smoother and more uniform with a healthy glow.
4. Low Molecular Weight Hyaluronic Acid (5-10 kDa)
- Origin: Biotechnologically produced through bacterial fermentation.
- Effects:
- Anti-aging: Penetrates deeply into the skin, delivers intense hydration, and reduces fine lines by plumping the skin from within.
- Skin tone/radiance: Provides a full, radiant, and hydrated look.
5. Verbascum Thapsus Extract (Mullein Extract)
- Origin: Extracted from the flowers of the mullein plant.
- Effects:
- Anti-aging: Protects against oxidative stress and gives the skin a youthful and refreshed appearance.
- Skin tone/radiance: Enhances the skin's natural glow and light reflection, creating a visibly brighter and more radiant complexion.
Summary of Properties
These active ingredients work synergistically to improve skin texture, reduce signs of aging, and highlight a healthy, even skin tone with a natural glow. The combination of hydration, antioxidant properties, and collagen-boosting ingredients ensures comprehensive care for anti-aging and skin renewal.