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The Puréality Glossary is your comprehensive guide to understanding the dermocosmetic ingredients used in our skincare products. Discover clear definitions of active ingredients, biotechnology concepts, and the fundamental principles that govern each product's effectiveness. This detailed glossary explores the interaction of ingredients in our dermocosmetic products and their crucial role in maintaining optimal skin balance. Whether you're passionate about dermocosmetics or simply curious to learn more, our glossary is designed to provide you with the necessary knowledge about the innovation and science behind Puréality.

A

AHA (Exfoliating Fruit Acids) : Natural acids that gently exfoliate the skin to improve its radiance and texture.

Low Molecular Weight Hyaluronic Acid : A form of hyaluronic acid that penetrates deeper to hydrate and plump the skin.

Lactic Acid : Gentle AHA that exfoliates, hydrates and improves skin texture.

Alpha-glucan Oligosaccharide : Prebiotic that promotes the growth of good bacteria on the skin.

B

Skin barrier : Outer layer of the skin that protects against external aggressions and preserves hydration.

Beta-glucan : Soothing and restorative active ingredient that boosts hydration and strengthens the skin barrier.

Oat Beta-Glucan : Polysaccharide that soothes sensitive skin and strengthens the skin barrier.

Betaine : Moisturizing and soothing ingredient, derived from beetroot.

Biome-RXCell™ : An innovative and patented complex designed to support the microbiome
skin and improve skin health. It is composed of native Rhodiola cells in which a prebiotic is encapsulated.

Green Biotechnology : The use of advanced technologies to exploit the properties of plants and create innovative, sustainable and high-performance cosmetic active ingredients.

Biotech : Botanical biotechnology is the use of advanced technologies to exploit the properties of plants and create innovative, sustainable and high-performance cosmetic active ingredients.

Bifida : Ferment derived from probiotics, used as a nutrient for beneficial bacteria to repair and strengthen the skin barrier.

C

Carnosine : Peptide that protects the skin against glycation, a process that accelerates skin aging.

Ceramides : Natural lipids that help restore and protect the skin barrier.

Plant Stem Cells : Extracts of plant cells used for their regenerative properties. Also referred to as native cells, obtained exclusively through biotechnology.

Bio-Mineral Complex : Combination of essential minerals to improve skin health and function.

PATENTED COMPLEX : A unique and protected blend of active ingredients or actives, often designed for specific performance.

Cell culture : A method of producing active ingredients in the laboratory from living cells, often used for its sustainability. A single part of the plant is sufficient to produce the unlimited amount of extracted active ingredients needed, thus avoiding overexploitation of the plant and saving natural resources.

E

Skin ecosystem : Interaction between the different components of the skin (cells, microbiome, lipids) to maintain its balance and health.

Pomegranate Enzyme : Natural active ingredient that gently exfoliates, revealing brighter skin.

Marine ExoPolySaccharide V2 : Active ingredient from the ocean, used to moisturize and protect the skin.

Cranberry Extract : Powerful antioxidant that protects the skin from free radicals and prevents aging.

Chlorella vulgaris extract (green micro-algae) : Rich in nutrients, this algae extract strengthens and protects the skin.

Pomegranate Extract : Rich antioxidant that protects skin and improves its radiance.

F

Fermentation : A natural process where microorganisms transform substances, improving the bioavailability and benefits of ingredients.

G

Glycerin : Moisturizing ingredient that attracts and retains water in the skin.

L

Biotics : A term that includes prebiotics, probiotics, and postbiotics, which work together to support skin health.

Lipids : Fatty substances naturally present in the skin, essential for its protection and hydration.

M

Microbiome : Set of microorganisms (bacteria, fungi) that live on the skin, playing a key role in
its balance and health.

Microorganism : A microscopic organism, such as a bacterium or fungus, often involved in the balance of the skin.

N

Niacinamide : Vitamin B3, known for its soothing, anti-inflammatory and evening out properties.

P

Physiological pH : pH level (around 5.5) which respects the natural balance of the skin, thus avoiding any risk of irritation.

Adaptogenic plants : These plants live and thrive in extreme environmental conditions, such as very low or high temperatures, high salinity, drought, or intense radiation, and possess unique mechanisms of resistance and adaptation. In cosmetics, they are used for their protective and regenerative properties.

Prebiotics : Substances that nourish the good bacteria in the skin microbiome, promoting its balance.

Probiotics : Beneficial live microorganisms that strengthen the skin barrier and balance the microbiome.

Provitamin B5 : Also called panthenol, it moisturizes, soothes and repairs the skin.

R

Rhodiola or Rhodiole : Adaptogenic plant known for its antioxidant and protective properties against environmental stress.

Rhodiola Rosea : An adaptogenic plant with antioxidant and anti-stress properties that protects and revitalizes the skin. It is part of the BIOME-RXCELL complex in the form of native cells extracted from a fraction of the plant.
thanks to biotechnology.

V

Vitamin C : Antioxidant that brightens the skin and stimulates collagen production.

Vitamin E : Powerful antioxidant that protects the skin from free radicals and improves its elasticity