Formula: 21236 Difficulty level: beginner Shelf life: min 3 months pH optimal: 5.0 - 5.5 Phase Ingredients Dosage % Total 10 gr A Rose water 88 8,8 gr A Peptide-coll 3 0,3 gr A Dermo-filler 2 0,2 gr...
City-guard
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Description
City-guard - The Urban Anti-Pollution Shield and Advanced Eye Area Recontouring Treatment
City-guard is a high-end, award-winning marine complex specially designed to protect the skin from urban environment stress and to treat visible signs of fatigue. Obtained through a unique synergy between enriched (energized) seawater and an alginate oligosaccharide (extracted from brown algae), this active ingredient acts as a "second skin." Not only does it block the penetration of pollutants (fine particles, cigarette smoke) into the epidermis, but it also provides an immediate lifting and firming effect, making it an effective active ingredient for reducing under-eye bags and dark circles caused by a modern lifestyle.
Ingredients: Sea Water, Water, Hydrolyzed Algin, Phenethyl Alcohol, Sucrose.
Characteristics
- Appearance: Clear, slightly yellowish liquid.
- Solubility: Completely water-soluble.
- Composition: Atomized seawater (rich in Magnesium and Zinc) combined with marine polymers.
- Quality: 100% natural origin, suitable for natural and organic cosmetics.
Tests and Clinical Studies
The efficacy of City-guard has been demonstrated through rigorous in vitro and in vivo studies on volunteers exposed to the urban environment:
- In-VITRO:
- 20% increase in ATP synthesis under conditions of pollution-accelerated aging; reactivation of actin fiber polymerization under conditions of pollution-accelerated aging;
- 78% protection against skin sagging under conditions of pollution-accelerated aging. - In-VIVO:
- Twice-daily application of a formula containing 1.5% City-guard on the eye contour for 28 days.
- Up to 50% increase in under-eye skin tone after 28 days (cutometric analysis).
- Up to 200% increase in bag tone after 28 days (technical clinical analysis).
- Evaluation of under-eye skin relief after 28 days: up to 36% reduction in roughness; up to 39% reduction in wrinkles. - User evaluation of product efficacy:
- 16% reduction in bag volume immediately after application and up to 24% reduction after 28 days
- 20% reduction in under-eye wrinkles immediately after application and up to 32% reduction after 28 days
- 40% improvement in the tired appearance of the face after 28 days
- 50% improvement in the youthful appearance of the face after 28 days
Main Properties
- Urban Protection: Neutralizes the harmful effects of smog, heavy metals, and fine dust on skin cells. Tones the skin, giving it a youthful appearance.
- Eye Area Firming: Drains and decongests the area under the eyes, eliminating the "puffy eyes" look. Improves skin firmness under the eyes, reduces the volume of bags, and smooths expression lines.
- Cellular Matrix: Stimulates ATP synthesis and actin fiber polymerization to fight against the relaxation of the extracellular matrix.
- Tensor Effect: Provides an instant sensation of firmness, smoothing fine lines caused by dehydration and fatigue. Forms a second-skin-like layer on the surface of the epidermis and acts as an invisible treatment mask by diffusing enriched seawater into the lower layers of the skin.
- Prevention of Premature Aging: Alleviates inflammation caused by external factors (inflamm-aging), protecting the skin's support structure.
Usage Recommendations
General recommended dosage: 1% - 2%.
Suitable for anti-aging and anti-pollution formulas, energizing and detoxifying skin care formulas, and daily anti-stress care formulas.
Applications
- Serums and gels for treating dark circles and under-eye bags.
- Anti-pollution day creams and urban protection lotions.
- Anti-aging treatments with a firming (lifting) effect.
- Products for dull, tired skin or for smokers.
- Night masks for detoxification and revitalization.
Formulation Guide
- Procedure: Incorporate into the final phase of the preparation process.
- Temperature: Cold addition is recommended, below 40°C, to maintain the properties of the substances in the composition.
- pH Range: Stable within a pH range of 4.0 to 8.0.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Can I use it even if I don't have under-eye bags?
Of course. City-guard is an excellent preventive active ingredient. It protects collagen and elastin from oxidation, so it is ideal for anyone living in a crowded city who wants to keep their complexion young and radiant.
Is it suitable for the sensitive skin around the eyes?
Yes, the complex is extracted from natural ingredients and is specially formulated to be gentle on the delicate eye area, while having a calming effect due to the minerals in the seawater.
Safety in Use
Profile: Safe ingredient, of marine and vegetable origin, non-irritating.
Precautions: Intended exclusively for cosmetic use. Keep out of reach of children. Do not ingest. Avoid direct contact with eyes in pure form.
Storage: Store in the original packaging, in a cool place (15-25°C), away from direct light and moisture.
Bibliography and Sources
Technical documentation and information provided by the Manufacturer.
CosIng - European Commission Database for Cosmetic Substances and Ingredients.
International regulations regarding cosmetic ingredients.
Regulation (EC) No 1223/2009 on cosmetic products.
Details
Code
D-1473
Categories
Other names
CITYGUARD+PA
Status
Suitable for organic cosmetics
Natural index
ISO 16128 - Natural origin 1.0
Key benefits
anti-aging, anti-wrinkle, protector, skin tonic
Specific indications
wrinkles, fine lines
Skin care
Eye Creams, Face creams, Serums, Toners, Treatments
Skin type
All types, Mature
Solubility
in water
Use level
1 - 2 %
Storage
in a cool dry place away from direct sunlight
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daniela r.
10 Jan 2025
Is it normal to cause a f intense redness of the skin (and stinging) in the first 20 min after application? I used 2% in a normal cream (no irritants) ?is it ok if applied immediately after bath (open pores) ?
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Angela n.
10 Jan 2025
Very good for sensitive skin around the eyes. It tones the skin and reduces dark circles and has an anti-pollution effect.
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Adriana U.
10 Dec 2024
active anti-aging and anti-pollution improves the firmness of the skin under the eyes, reduces the volume of bags and smoothes expression lines immediate action on the volume of eye bags diminishes fine lines around the eyes tones the skin, gives it a youthful appearance tightening effect on the collagen fiber network
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Savu C.
10 Dec 2024
Super.F ok, but it takes patience.I would like to know for professional use where exactly I need to look for concentrations in the safety data sheet as it is specified on all ingredients.
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Ilinca r.
10 Dec 2024
I use it in eye cream. It tones the skin under the eyes and significantly diminishes under-eye bags.
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Emanuela G.
10 Oct 2024
It is an excellent product to protect the skin from external factors and energize the epidermal cell.
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Eva B.
10 Oct 2024
City -guard is an essential active in my serums, it is easy to work with and the results are visible.
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Adriana Monica T.
10 Oct 2024
This cosmetic active has a well-deserved praise because it has great beneficial effects to tone the skin under the eyes and give you a youthful glow. It really is a good product.
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Lidiya D.
29 Nov 2023
After regular use, it removes swelling, prevents premature aging of the skin, strengthens the walls of small vessels, and ensures skin saturation with moisture.
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Savu C.
05 Oct 2023
It does its job well, the changes are visible and beneficial.
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Antonela B.
05 Oct 2022
I've been using this ingredient for some time and it helps a lot to improve the appearance of the complexion. It really is an effective anti-aging product.
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Mihaela Cerasela N.
05 Oct 2022
This extraordinary ingredient for tired looking, dull skin, improves skin firmness, I have noticed improvements since I add it in my facial creams and not only. I recommend!
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Alexa M.
05 Oct 2022
A truly exceptional product. Used for serums, the reduction of fine wrinkles and overall firmness of the complexion is seen in a very short time. I recommend!!!
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Luminita A.
05 Oct 2022
Beneficial for a tired, tight complexion, reduces under-eye puffiness, improves skin firmness and the appearance of sagging cheeks, protects against the damaging effects of the environment
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Dorina M.
05 Jan 2022
Very good this complex, I use it in creams without having to add flavoring, has a very pleasant smell!
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Olteanu Irina
09 Sep 2020
It is good to add to any cream, it has a pleasant smell, but it is a bit difficult to add, it is a thick liquid. It requires care to put the desired amount, but worth the effort.
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Ofelia Corina Ene
02 Aug 2018
Forte good for mature complexion !