Bidens pilosa extract is a plant-based retinol alternative that works to smooth the skin, plump up wrinkles, stimulate collagen synthesis and rejuvenate the skin. Also known as spanish needle, it is part of the Asteraceae plant family and originates from South America, but can now be found growing all over the world. It contains something called phytanic acid, which can activate the same receptor in your skin that retinol does. Once this receptor is activated, the production of collagen and elastin is increased, making the skin firmer, while inflammation, breakouts and pigmentation in the skin are reduced. Unlike retinol, however, it does all this without irritating the skin, making it especially beneficial for sensitive skin types. Soothing peony extract is a natural antioxidant to help boost skin clarity, and brighten as well firm the skin. Its antibacterial, anti-inflammatory and nourishing properties act as a barrier, protecting the skin, and hydrate as well as cleanse deeply.

Scent: A citrusy, slightly floral

Skin feel: Rejuvenated, nourished, smooth

Texture: A white, rich, non-greasy cream

Dosage: One teaspoon

How to use: As the final step of your skincare routine, apply this cream to face, neck and décolleté in the evenings.

Made in: Great Britain 

Packaging: Glass jar

Ingredients: Aqua (Water), Isoamyl Laurate, Coco Caprylate/ Caprate, Glycerin, Cetearyl Alcohol, C 10-18 Triglycerides, Candelilla/jojoba/rice Bran Polyglyceryl-3 Esters, Glyceryl Stearate SE, Bidens Pilosa Extract, Paeonia Lactiflora (Peonia) Root Extract, Sodium Hyaluronate, Aloe Barbadensis (Aloe) Leaf Juice Powder*, Astrocaryum Murumuru Seed Butter, Gossypium Herbaceum (Cotton) Seed Oil, Linum Usitatissimum (Linseed) Seed Oil, Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seed Oil, Sucrose Stearate, Sodium Stearoyl Lactylate, Microcrystalline Cellulose, Sodium Levulinate, Cetearyl Glucoside, Sodium Dehydroacetate, Parfume, Cellulose Gum, Xanthan Gum, Sodium Anisate, Tocopherol (Vitamin E), Sucrose Palmitate, Phytic Acidtrehalose, Sodium Benzoate, Potassium Sorbate, Citric Acid, Geraniol, Limonene, Linalool.
*ingredients from organic farming