The term active ingredient cosmetics refers to skin care products with active ingredients that have been proven to improve the skin's appearance over the long term. The improvement in the skin's appearance must be clinically confirmed. Such active ingredients that frequently appear in skin care products include hyaluronic acid, vitamin C, and retinol, as well as vitamin A, vitamin E, antioxidants, peptides, and alpha hydroxy acids. The list of these ingredients will continue to expand in the future. These active ingredients must be concentrated sufficiently in products such as serums or creams to achieve the desired effects.
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What can I expect from active ingredient cosmetics?
With the right active ingredient for your skin type and the right dosage, you can reduce skin damage, prevent skin aging and wrinkles, eliminate impurities, and prevent pigment spots. However, even with active ingredient cosmetics, long-term use is necessary to achieve visible effects. When it comes to active ingredient cosmetics, caution is advised with some products containing retinol, for example. An overdose can cause skin irritation. Skincare containing retinol should be introduced gradually, meaning it should initially be used only 1-2 times per week, and then gradually increased if tolerated well.
What should I pay attention to?
- Active ingredient cosmetics are intended to provide lasting changes to the skin and not, like cosmetic care products, often have a short-term effect. To achieve this, the concentration of the relevant ingredients is crucial. Therefore, always pay attention to the concentration when selecting a product.
- Your skin type and condition are crucial when choosing a care product. If you are unsure, it is best to seek professional advice or visit your family doctor.
- Improving the condition of your skin does not happen overnight. Active ingredient cosmetics take time. Therefore, you must use active ingredient cosmetics patiently according to the instructions and not be discouraged if results aren't immediately visible.
- The combination of selected ingredients is often crucial for the full effect of active ingredient cosmetics.
What is the difference between active ingredient cosmetics and natural cosmetics?
In natural cosmetics, only ingredients of plant, animal, and mineral origin – i.e., natural – are used. However, this does not mean that these raw materials are exclusively vegan or milder than synthetically produced ingredients. Many allergenic raw materials are actually of natural origin.
Casida Active Cosmetics
Casida produces vegan and cruelty-free active cosmetics, such as the regenerating Retinol Cream with Hyaluronic Acid or the Hyaluron Intensive Serum, Vitamin C with Hyaluronic Acid, and the highly concentrated Retinol Serum. Casida active cosmetics are free of chemical additives such as dyes, fragrances, and preservatives.
Important Note / Disclaimer: As pharmacists, we share our pharmaceutical expertise and wealth of naturopathic experience in the Casida Guide. An individual diagnosis and consultation are always necessary. Therefore, this offer cannot replace medical advice. This offer is not intended to treat, cure, or prevent any disease. It is not a substitute for medication or other treatments prescribed by a doctor.
