Taking care of your skin has never been more fashionable, and scientific advances are now offering us increasingly effective cosmetic active ingredients. But faced with this multitude of ingredients, it can be difficult to navigate. What are the must-have active ingredients of the moment? What benefits do they really offer your skin? In this article, we take stock of the trendiest and most effective cosmetic active ingredients for a successful skincare routine.
What is a cosmetic active ingredient?
A cosmetic active ingredient is an ingredient present in a skincare product that provides a specific benefit to the skin. Unlike simple excipients, which serve to add texture or preserve the product, active ingredients have a targeted effect: hydration, anti-aging, protection, radiance, etc. They are often derived from nature (plants, minerals) or developed through scientific advances to meet the specific needs of the skin.
Why use active ingredient-concentrated treatments?
Cosmetic active ingredients are essential for optimizing skincare. They help target specific issues such as dehydration, wrinkles, pigment spots, and imperfections. Thanks to their scientifically proven properties, they provide a solution tailored to the needs of each skin type and significantly improve the effectiveness of skincare routines. By choosing the right active ingredients, you maximize the benefits of the products applied and achieve visible results faster.
Hyaluronic acid: deep hydration
Hyaluronic acid is a skincare staple. Naturally occurring in the body, this active ingredient has the ability to retain up to 1,000 times its weight in water, making it an exceptional moisturizer.
Why use it?
- Deeply hydrates and plumps the skin
- Smoothes fine lines and improves skin elasticity
- Suitable for all skin types, even sensitive
How to integrate it into your routine?
Hyaluronic acid is found in serums, creams, and even masks. For optimal effectiveness, apply a hyaluronic acid serum to slightly damp skin, such as Hydra Energiqa Roll-on Serum, followed by a moisturizer to seal in the hydration.
Vitamin C: radiance and anti-oxidation
If you're looking for a radiant complexion and protection against skin aging, vitamin C is your ally. This powerful antioxidant neutralizes free radicals responsible for oxidative stress and stimulates collagen production.
Its benefits
- Brings radiance to the complexion
- Reduces the appearance of pigment spots
- Protects the skin against external aggressions (pollution, UV)
How to use it?
Incorporate Energiqa Glow Roll-on Serum into your morning routine before applying moisturizer and sunscreen. Because vitamin C is sensitive to light, it's recommended to check the product's INCI list to determine what type of vitamin C it is. Some types of vitamin C, such as ascorbic acid, are more resistant to light and will therefore be more stable over time.
Retinol: the ultimate anti-aging product
Retinol, a derivative of vitamin A, is one of the most popular active ingredients for fighting skin aging. It works by accelerating cell renewal, improving skin texture and reducing the appearance of wrinkles and imperfections.
Why adopt it?
- Reduces fine lines and wrinkles
- Evens out skin tone and reduces dark spots
- Stimulates collagen production
How to apply it?
Retinol can be irritating at first. It's recommended to introduce it gradually into your routine (1 to 2 times per week initially), apply it at night, and use sunscreen during the day, as it makes the skin more sensitive to UV rays.
Niacinamide: the ally of blemish-prone skin
Niacinamide (or vitamin B3) is a versatile active ingredient that is particularly suitable for skin prone to redness, blemishes and enlarged pores.
Its benefits
- Regulates sebum production
- Soothes inflammation and reduces redness
- Improves skin texture and tightens pores
How to integrate it?
Present in many serums and moisturizers, niacinamide can be used morning and evening. It is well tolerated by all skin types and can be combined with other active ingredients such as hyaluronic acid or vitamin C. When combined with other purifying active ingredients such as zinc, it will be even more effective. This is the case with the Clear Energiqa Roll-on Serum, which helps soothe, even out, and reduce imperfections, redness, and blackheads.
Peptides: for firmer skin
Peptides are chains of amino acids that send signals to the skin to stimulate the production of collagen and elastin.
Why use them?
- Improve skin firmness and elasticity
- Smoothes wrinkles and fine lines
- Promotes skin repair
Application
Peptides are often found in anti-aging serums and creams. They can be used morning and night, in addition to other active ingredients such as hyaluronic acid.
Choosing the right cosmetic active ingredients is essential for effective skin care. Whether it's to moisturize, protect, fight aging, or reduce imperfections, each active ingredient has a specific role. By incorporating these key ingredients into your skincare routine, you're giving your skin the best of science and nature for radiant, healthy skin.
