What is plant-based retinol?
Retinol belongs to the retinoid family and is a derivative of vitamin A. Vitamin A has the particularity of not being synthesised by the body. It must therefore be obtained from an external source: food, dietary supplements or skincare products.
Discovered in 1931 by a Swiss biologist, retinol was synthesised a few years later, in 1947. It has since been the subject of numerous studies and has demonstrated its effectiveness in improving skin quality, particularly in helping to combat acne. Highly valued in cosmetics for its anti-ageing, repairing and regenerating properties, it has become a key ingredient for preventing skin ageing and addressing visible signs of ageing: wrinkles, fine lines and loss of firmness.
Retinol has long been considered an effective yet potentially aggressive molecule. Produced through chemical processes, synthetic retinol, widely used by conventional cosmetics brands, can cause unwanted side effects and irritation, particularly on sensitive skin. PATYKA Advanced Research, which has always placed naturality and efficacy at the heart of its approach, discovered plant-based retinol, derived from nature, for better tolerance and absorption. It is extracted from a plant native to the arid regions of South Asia, Vigna Aconitifolia, cultivated for its protein-rich seeds. This natural Retinol-Like active ingredient is the star ingredient of the Pro-Collagen Lift Mask, formulated to revitalise the skin overnight.
How does plant-based retinol work?
From the age of 40, the mechanisms of skin ageing accelerate: the skin loses 1% of its collagen every year, the protein responsible for its firmness and elasticity. This is compounded by an sometimes unbalanced lifestyle (poor diet, lack of sleep, smoking, pollution, etc.), which can accelerate skin slackening. Gradually, facial contours lose firmness, the skin becomes creased and wrinkles appear.
Plant-based retinol developed by PATYKA Advanced Research acts at the dermal and epidermal levels to reactivate fibroblast activity and boost cell renewal. As effective as conventional retinol, it is also much gentler and better tolerated, making it suitable for all skin types.
Plant-based retinol, the star active ingredient of the Pro-Collagen Lift Mask
All the benefits of plant-based Retinol are delivered in this new certified organic overnight mask, formulated with 99.9% naturally derived ingredients. It works in synergy with other beneficial active ingredients to restore the skin’s youthful appearance and beauty:
- Plant-Based Amino Acids: naturally present in the body, they stimulate fibroblasts, protect elastin fibres and reduce the appearance of wrinkles for a lifting effect.
- Vitamin C: an antioxidant, it is essential for collagen production. It helps limit the natural breakdown of this protein while combating pigmentation spots.
- Low-Molecular-Weight Hyaluronic Acid: renowned for its anti-ageing benefits, it stimulates the skin’s natural production of dermal hyaluronic acid and collagen.
It also contains Barley Stem Water, organic Shea Butter, Glycerin and Sunflower Oil to care for and nourish the skin in a single step.
For optimal results, we recommend applying this firming treatment in a thin layer once or twice a week to the face, neck and décolleté, in the evening before bed, instead of your night cream. For tired, dull-looking skin in need of radiance and intensive redensification, it can also be used as a treatment, applied every evening for one week.
From the very first use, skin feels firmer and regains its radiance. After a few days, facial contours appear more defined, dermal density increases and the skin looks younger. It provides a true boost to tired skin and helps regenerate the epidermis. Its melting texture and delicate fragrance create a unique sensory experience.