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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 Compared to other active ingredients and actives, glycerine seems a little outdated in cosmetics.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

A plant-derived ingredient revolutionises the cosmetics world. Everyone is talking about bakuchi oil, the “wonder weapon” combating premature skin ageing and wrinkles. As an alternative to retinol, it achieves its effect entirely without troublesome skin irritation or sun sensitivity. Does it sound too good to be true? We put bakuchi oil under the microscope.

16 February 2024

Many care products for the face, and those for the body, mention the skin barrier or skin protection barrier in their descriptions. They talk about strengthening and protecting this skin barrier by using cosmetics. But what actually is the skin barrier and why is it so important to protect or strengthen it? Discover here what it’s all about and how you can get healthy, glowing skin through your individual routines and the best skincare.

20 August 2026