Actives
Elixi-ACT FOS are fibers obtained from various fruit and vegetable plants.
Elixi-ACT FOS are natural carbohydrates composed of short chains of fructose.
Elixi-ACT FOS can selectively stimulate the growth and metabolism of the bacterial flora, promoting its rebalancing; thus, they have a prebiotic action.
Fructo-oligosaccharides are widely used in cosmetics due to their numerous benefits:
Skin care
Hydration: Elixi-ACT FOS have the ability to retain water, which helps natural hydration of dry skin. At the same time FOS will assure good protection against environmental aggressors such as cold weather, wind, and pollution.
Soothing effect: Elixi-ACT FOS also have soothing properties that can help relieve chapped or irritated skin or lips. They can help calm inflammation and reduce redness, providing relief and a sensation of comfort.
Prebiotic effect: Elixi-ACT FOS can act as prebiotics, meaning they provide beneficial nourishment for the naturally occurring microorganisms on the lip skin.
Hair care
Hydration and conditioning: Elixi-ACT FOS have the ability to retain moisture, which can help hydrate dry hair and maintain its moisture balance. They act as conditioning agents, making the hair softer, more supple, and easier to style.
Protection against damage: Elixi-ACT FOS can form a protective layer around the hair, acting as a shield against external aggressors such as heat from styling tools, UV rays, and pollution.
Soothing effect on the scalp: Elixi-ACT FOS can help calm scalp irritations and reduce itching in case of sensibilization.
Hair strengthening: Elixi-ACT FOS can help strengthen the hair by improving its structure and elasticity.
Enhancement of shine: Elixi-ACT FOS can give hair a shinier and more vibrant appearance by smoothing the hair cuticle and reflecting light better.
Specifications
| Appearance | off-white light-yellow powder |
| Odor | slightly sweet |
| T FOS (%) | min. 95.0 |
| Sucrose & Monosaccharides (%) | max. 5.0 |
Benefits
Humectant for skin and hair
Soothing effect, calming irritation
Prebiotic action, rebalancing flora
Enhances hair shine and strength
Cosmetics
Shampoo
Lip balm
Micellar water
Purifying exfoliant
Hair care creams & conditioner