SHIKIMIC ACID | Non-invasive micro-exfoliation, intelligent sebum regulation and texture improvement

Shikimic acid is an active ingredient naturally derived from star anise that introduces an innovative approach to gentle skincare.

Thanks to its large molecular size, shikimic acid operates on the outer stratum corneum, subtly loosening bonds between dead skin cells. This enables seamless cell detachment, delivering non-invasive micro-exfoliation that avoids drying out the skin while leaving the complexion silky smooth and radiant.

Intelligent seboregulation with shikimic acid tones and balances daily sebaceous gland activity rather than aggressively drying the skin. It transmits subtle normalizing signals to skin cells, allowing the face to regain its natural, healthy hydrolipidic equilibrium.

Shikimic acid is formulated for complexions requiring renewal support that react poorly to aggressive exfoliants. It is suitable for oily-prone, sensitive, delicate, dry, rough, mature, and lackluster skin types.

Shikimic acid is integrated into formulas alongside active ingredients such as the Renaissance HPS3® complex (hyaluronic acid, stem cells, biomimetic peptide), niacinamide, vitamin B12, dragon fruit and yuzu extracts, pineapple bromelain, and mango butter.

The ritual begins with gentle cleansing, followed by applying face serum with niacinamide and vitamin B12 to prepared skin. In the evening, once the serum absorbs, completing the routine with a hydrating-illuminating overnight mask is recommended.