The term active ingredient cosmetics refers to skin care products with active ingredients that have been proven to improve the appearance of the skin in the long term. The improvement in the appearance of the skin must have been clinically confirmed. 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 grow in the future. The active ingredients mentioned must be highly concentrated in products such as serums or creams in order to achieve the desired effects.
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1. 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 ageing and wrinkles, eliminate blemishes and prevent pigmentation spots. However, even with active ingredient cosmetics, application over a longer period of time is necessary to achieve visible effects. When it comes to active ingredient cosmetics, caution is advised with some products that contain retinol, for example. An overdose can cause skin irritation. Retinol-containing skincare should be "phased in", i.e. initially only used 1-2 times a week, and then slowly increased if well tolerated.
2 What do I need to watch out for?
- Active ingredient cosmetics should have a lasting effect on the skin and not have a short-term effect like cosmetic care products. In order to achieve this, the concentration of the relevant ingredients is crucial. Therefore, always pay attention to the concentration when choosing a product.
- Your skin type and the condition of your skin are decisive factors when choosing a skincare product. If you are unsure, it is best to seek professional advice or pay a visit to your GP.
- Improving the condition of your skin does not happen overnight. Active ingredient cosmetics take some time. You must therefore use active ingredient cosmetics patiently according to the instructions and not be discouraged if results are not immediately visible.
- The combination of selected ingredients is often decisive for the full effect of active ingredient cosmetics.
3. what is the difference between active ingredient cosmetics and natural cosmetics?
Natural cosmetics generally only use ingredients of plant, animal and mineral - i.e. natural - origin. 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.
4. active ingredient cosmetics from Casida
Casida produces vegan and cruelty-free active ingredient cosmetics, such as the regenerating Retinol Cream with Hyaluron or the serums Hyaluron Intensive, Vitamin C with Hyaluron and the highly concentrated Retinol Serum. Casida's active ingredient cosmetics are free from chemical additives such as colorants, 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 is necessary in every case. Therefore, this offer cannot replace medical advice. It is not intended to treat, cure or prevent any disease. It is not a substitute for medication or other treatments prescribed by a doctor.
