Essentials

The products in the Essentials range are available in several cosmetic forms, designed to meet different skin needs and to make daily use easier:

• Dermatological shower gel – intended for daily body hygiene, with a gentle cleansing and moisturising action.
• Micellar facial cleansing foam – a dermo-cosmetic product that removes impurities, excess sebum and traces of make-up.
• Two-phase eye make-up remover – a formula specially designed for removing make-up.

The main indications for the Essentials range include:

• daily cleansing of the face and body;
• removal of impurities, sebum and make-up residue;
• maintaining skin hydration and the hydro-lipid balance;
• protecting the skin barrier against harsh environmental factors;
• supporting the skin microbiome through the presence of prebiotic ingredients;
• soothing sensitive or irritated skin.

Products from the Essentials range should be used in accordance with the manufacturer’s recommendations and the individual needs of the skin.

For example, the shower gel is applied to damp skin during a shower or bath, massaged gently until a fine lather forms, and rinsed off with plenty of water.

The micellar cleansing foam is applied to damp skin on the face and massaged gently to help remove impurities. It can be used twice a day, in the morning and in the evening.

Products in the Essentials range are generally well tolerated. However, their use is contraindicated in the following situations:

• hypersensitivity or allergy to any of the product’s ingredients;
• the presence of open skin lesions or active dermatological infections in the area of application;
• use of products not intended for the eye area in that region.

If an unusual skin reaction occurs, use should be discontinued and consultation with a dermatologist is recommended.

The products in the Essentials range are formulated to respect the skin’s physiological characteristics and to provide effective cleansing without compromising the skin barrier.

Key features include:

• a physiological pH, compatible with that of the skin;
• moisturising ingredients, such as glycerine;
• edelweiss extract, known for its antioxidant and soothing properties;
• prebiotics, which help balance the skin’s microbiome;
• gentle formulas, suitable for daily use.

These characteristics help maintain skin health and prevent dryness or irritation.

In general, the dermo-cosmetic products in the Essentials range are well tolerated. However, in rare cases the following may occur:

• mild skin irritation;
• erythema or a burning sensation;
• itching;
• local allergic reactions.

These reactions are usually temporary and disappear once use of the product is discontinued.

Products in the Essentials range are intended for topical application and present a low risk of interactions with systemically administered medicines.

However, caution is advised when used concomitantly with:

• irritating topical dermatological treatments (retinoids, exfoliating acids);
• cosmetics with a high potential for irritation;
• recent dermatological procedures, such as chemical peels or laser treatments.

With cosmetics from the Essentials range, overdose is unlikely as they are used topically and rinsed off after application. However, excessive use or repeated application within a short period of time may lead to:

• dry skin;
• local irritation;
• increased skin sensitivity.

Products in the Essentials range must be stored under conditions suitable for maintaining the stability of the formula.

General storage recommendations:

• store at temperatures below 25°C;
• avoid direct exposure to light or excessive heat;
• close the container properly after each use;
• keep products out of reach of children.

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