Today’s conscious beauty care relies largely on natural ingredients, the benefits and effectiveness of which have been confirmed by both scientific research and everyday experience. At Berrichi, we focus on using pure and natural active ingredients that support skin health and beauty in a natural way.

What are the main active ingredients in Berrichi products?

All Berrichi products are based on carefully selected active ingredients that work together to provide the skin with the care and protection it needs. The effects of our products on the skin are scientifically proven and tested, and you can be sure that we offer you and your skin only the best. As a result of regular use, you will notice that your skin tone and texture are more even, inflammation and skin irritations subside, and signs of aging are reduced.

The key ingredients in Berrichi products are algae. Algae have always been the secret cleansers, nourishers and protectors of the oceans and have held a dominant place in Asian beauty arsenals for centuries due to their moisturizing, soothing and anti-aging properties. Algae is packed with nutrients, vitamins, minerals and amino acids. This gives them deep moisturizing and rejuvenating effects, smoothing the texture, anti-inflammatory and detoxifying effects on the skin.

By the way, did you know that Berrichi was the first to research the properties of furcellaran together with Tallinn University, start using it in cosmetic products, and make the good properties of furcellaran known to others?

Key ingredients from algae in our skincare products are:

• Astaxanthin: A powerful antioxidant derived from microalgae. The microparticles have the ability to work not only on the surface of the skin, but also penetrate deep into the skin layers, thereby deeply hydrating and nourishing the skin. Astaxanthin is known for its anti-aging properties, protecting the skin from free radical and UV damage. It also helps reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles and improves skin elasticity.
• Furcellaran: A powerful antioxidant derived from Baltic Sea red algae, it is a strong protector against free radicals, UV radiation and external stressors. Furcellaran helps reduce inflammation, dryness and improves the skin’s natural protective barrier. After two years of extensive research and testing to create Berrich, furcellaran has been scientifically proven to slow down skin aging processes and provide deep moisture to the skin.

Algae is not the only ingredient in our creams. In addition to algae, Berrichi products also feature super oils that have been used for centuries to achieve a radiant and flawless complexion. They contain a huge spectrum of nutrients, fatty acids and vitamins and have the ability to deeply moisturize the skin.

Contrary to popular belief, oils do not clog pores, but rather provide a balancing signal to cells to stop overproducing sebum. As a result, inflammation is relieved and pores are narrowed. While wax-based creams create a superficial and temporary layer of sebum on the skin, the secret weapon of oils is their deep and long-lasting effect.

Antioxidants also have their place in natural cosmetics. Do you even know what antioxidants are? Antioxidants are substances that help protect the skin from oxidative damage caused by free radicals and environmental influences such as UV radiation and air pollution. Antioxidants are often found in skin care products because they have strong anti-aging effects.

The most thoroughly researched anti-aging ingredient, retinol, also plays an important role in our night cream.

• Retinol: Retinol is one of two compounds derived from vitamin A and is an antioxidant that helps keep skin healthy and youthful. Retinol improves skin texture, increases radiance, and is effective against the signs of aging. Retinol accelerates cell repair and skin renewal, increases collagen production, while smoothing out uneven skin tones and blemishes.

Combining active ingredients: what to do and what to avoid

When choosing and using cosmetic products, it is important to know which active ingredients can be combined with each other and which cannot. Especially when using products from several brands at the same time. Therefore, it is always advisable to first familiarize yourself with the ingredients, if necessary, do background research on whether and how they work together, and only then make a decision about use.

Ingredients used together can either enhance each other’s effects or, conversely, damage the skin barrier, causing irritation or decreased effectiveness.

Below are some examples of active ingredients that you should avoid using together:

• Vitamin C and Retinol: While both ingredients are very effective, using them together can cause skin irritation, especially on sensitive skin. Both are very effective anti-aging agents, but they work at different pH levels. Using them together can reduce the effectiveness of both ingredients and cause skin irritation. Therefore, it is best to use them at different times of the day – for example, vitamin C in the morning and retinol in the evening.
• Astaxanthin and exfoliating acids (e.g. salicylic acid): Astaxanthin has antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties that soothe the skin. Strong acids can reduce its effectiveness and overburden the skin’s protective barrier.
• AHA/BHA acids and vitamin C: Both are acidic ingredients and exfoliate the skin. Using them together can cause skin irritation, redness, and sensitivity. Vitamin C can also be too intense in an acidic environment if the skin has been previously exfoliated with AHA/BHA. Use them alternately or at different times if necessary.

All Berrichi products are designed to provide healthy and balanced care for your skin. The combination of the right skincare routine and effective active ingredients will help you achieve healthy and radiant skin the natural way. By using Berrichi products consciously and consistently, you can be sure that your skin is receiving the best possible care that nature has to offer.