Charlotte Meentzen Extras

Soaps, toothpaste, emulsions: glycerine is hidden in more everyday products than you might think. Yet this moisturiser is living an undeserved shadowy existence. Compared to other active ingredients and actives, glycerine seems a little outdated in cosmetics. Yet there is much more to this inconspicuous substance than meets the eye. We think that glycerine deserves a round of applause. Today we look at its benefits, debunk the myths and repair its tarnished reputation.

19 August 2024

Urea is a long-standing favourite in skincare This is because the active ingredient, which naturally occurs in the body, is not only optimally tolerated, it also has numerous positive effects. The deciding factor: the concentration. Find out how the effects of urea can also help your skin and what you need to consider when using it.

24 January 2025

You probably know it as a wound cream or a quick remedy for sunburn. But panthenol can do so much more! This inconspicuous active ingredient has been well researched and can be a real game changer, especially for irritated, sensitive or even damaged skin. Today we’re getting to the bottom of this underestimated ingredient and addressing the question: what is panthenol anyway? And why does your skin always benefit from the positive effects? Here is the answer.

23 October 2024