What is a natural alternative to Retinol?
Over the past 30 years, Retinol has become the industry's gold standard ingredient thanks to its efficacy and anti-ageing benefits. However, Retinol has one major drawback - it can be highly sensitising and irritating on the skin, leaving many people unable to use it.
The industry has been searching for a natural and gentler alternative to Retinol, but without compromising on efficacy. The L'OCCITANE labs have discovered such an alternative and have tested it side by side with Retinol. Just like Retinol, at the dermis level, the Immortelle Super Extract stimulates collagen synthesis, whilst at the dermis level it boosts cell proliferation, resulting in skin renewal and a thicker epidermis.
Retinol is a well-known, effective ingredient, but it is also associated with irritating effects. This is why we offer an alternative to retinol that is gentle on the skin. We conducted a clinical test to compare the effectiveness of our Immortelle Super Extract with that of Retinol. After one month of use, the reduction in wrinkles was the same with both ingredients. However, the Super Extract proved to be gentler on the skin and better tolerated than Retin
14% IMPROVEMENT IN SKIN DENSITY***
37% DECREASE IN VISIBILITY OF CROW’S FEET**
**Clinical scoring on 38 women after 3 months. *** Clinical measurement by echography on 32 women from 46 to 70 after 84 days.
The Immortelle Super Extract, made with 100% Organic Essential Oil, also contains a high concentration of Neryl acetate, a molecule that has an anti-ageing activity. For over 18 years, L'OCCITANE has been working on its anti-ageing properties and has developed the Immortelle Collection that includes natural alternatives to retinol creams, serums, and a youth oil made from Corsica's Immortelle plant.
Whether you're looking for the moisturising effects of a cream, the specific treatment of a serum, or the revitalising benefits of the youth oil, our collection is crafted to meet your skincare requirements with precision without damaging your skin barrier. Each product is formulated to capture the potent qualities of Immortelle, allowing you to enjoy a lavish skincare regimen that nourishes, rejuvenates, and enhances the inherent glow of your skin.
Our Immortelle Ingredient
The Immortelle Flower - a natural treasure that lives an exceptionally long life. Made with 100% Organic Essential Oil, it is rich in active molecules, with unique anti-ageing properties. For over 18 years, L'OCCITANE has been working on its anti-ageing properties and has already six patents registered in France. Our award winning Immortelle Skincare Collection is infused with this luscious oil, offering complete solutions that bring instant suppleness and comfort to the skin. It is 100% Traceable and 100% Made in Corsica.
