Clinical experience has revealed that Strata-C is effective in reversing the signs of redness and irritation of rosacea. The cream is an excellent emollient and reduces irritation and itching due to its anti-inflammatory activity. The enzyme activators help in restoring and repairing the skin while the many moisturizers prevent dryness. One of the ingredients, Evening Primrose Oil has been reported to be very active in reversing the signs of rosacea. The cream is a non-steroidal topical product and can be used for long term without the harmful effects of steroids. Strata-C is hypoallergenic, non-comedogenic and can be used on all skin types.
For external use only. After cleansing the face apply a small amount of cream gently massaging into the affected areas twice daily. In the morning makeup can be applied after the application. The evening application must be applied after the removal of makeup and a gentle cleansing.
Water, Butylene Glycol, Algae, (Ahnfeltia Concinna) Extract, Glycerin, Sodium Hyaluronate, C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate, Stearyl Alcohol, Cetereath-20, Glyceryl Stearate, Isocetyl Stearate, Panthenol, Vitamin E Acetate, Dimethicone, Propylene Glycol Stearate, Avocado Oil, PEG-20 Methyl Glucose Sesquistearate, Propylene Glycol, Evening Primrose Oil, Beeswax, Stearoxytrimethylsilane, Sodium PCA, Sacharide Isomerate, Isocetyl Alcohol, Ceramide 3, Methyl Glucose Sesquistearate, Jojoba Oil, Adenosine 3, 5-Cylic Monophosphate, DMDM, Hydantoin, Iodopropynyl, Butylcarbamate, Disodium EDTA, Lanolin Alcohol, Retinyl Palmitate, BHA Diazolidinyl Urea, Methylparaben, Propylparaben.
Enzyme Activators-
To further enhance protein synthesis a compound called APT was added. APT is an extract of a red marine algae found in the intertidal baysalt shores of the Hawaiian Islands. APT is known to stimulate collagen and increase the skins firmness and elasticity. APT was found to act in synergy with Cyclic AMP and stimulating collagen synthesis.
The Night Renewal Cream also contains- Vitamin A and Panthenol, a provitamin converted enzymatically in the skin to pantothenic acid which is a B complex vitamin. Pantothenic acid is a moisturizer and promotes normal cellular growth of the skin.
Emollients-
Emollients derived from plants and natural sources contain essential fatty acids which soften the skin. These emollients include- Evening Primrose Oil, Avocado Oil and Jojoba Oil.
Antioxidants-
To repair the damage brought about by exposure to sunlight, two potent antioxidants (Vitamin E and Butylhydroxyanisole) were incorporated in the Night Renewal Cream.
Moisturizers-
To maintain the moisture level in the skin and prevent dryness, several moisturizers were incorporated- Glycerin, Saccharide Isomerate, Sodium Hyaluronate and Sodium PCA.
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