Scientific name: Paullinia Cupana Seed Extract
Classification: Active ingredient of plant origin.
Stimulant, draining, revitalizing.
Tales from Nature
Guarana is a plant native to the Amazon that contains a high concentration of caffeine, twice that found in coffee beans. The majority of guarana production is for the energy drink market, and 30 percent for the cosmetic and pharmaceutical industries. In particular, it is widely used in anti-cellulite treatments.
Its seeds are rich in natural caffeine, theobromine and theophylline. This phytocomplex acts as a stimulant of microcirculation, contributing to improved skin tone and cellular vitality. Caffeine is also known for its ability to dissolve fat in slimming and anti-cellulite treatments. The phenolic compounds present, act as antioxidants, counteracting free radical damage and oxidative stress.
Glycolic Extract and Guarana Extract are obtained from this plant and are often used in cosmetics in anti-aging products, face and eye creams and anti-cellulite treatments. Also excellent as a fragrance for cleansing products.
Skin Benefits.
Helps tone and firm skin tissue, making facial skin visibly firmer and smoother. It performs a powerful stimulating and revitalizing action, giving radiance to the complexion, and is particularly suitable for dull, atonic or tone-deaf skin.
In anti-cellulite treatments, it promotes the reduction of water retention and stimulates lipolysis, effectively helping to reduce fatty deposits.
Its effectiveness is due to its richness in caffeine and powerful antioxidants such as tannins and catechins, which not only invigorate the skin but also give a feeling of freshness and well-being during application.
Used in anti-cellulite formulations, especially at night, it acts intensely on localized cellulite, promoting lipid reduction and improving the appearance of critical areas such as thighs and hips, which are visibly smoother and more even.
These actives also help counteract oxidative stress, improve skin microcirculation, and help keep skin healthy, toned, and vital.
Hair Benefits
Rich in. Caffeine and stimulating compounds, it has a revitalizing on the scalp. It stimulates microcirculation., improving oxygenation and nourishment of the bulb. It gives a feeling of energy and freshness, restoring vitality to dull and weakened hair.
Particularly indicated during periods of stress or the physiological changes of menopause or in cases of hormonal imbalances.
