Scientific insight

Transparency and Science. Every Ingredient, a Precise Choice.

Here you will find a detailed description of the scientific properties of each key component of our formula.

Primary Functional Ingredients:

• Snail Secretion Filtrate (Helix Aspersa) – 80%
  In the heart of SPIRALIS flows the pure Helix aspersa slime, a biologically living substance, obtained from Italian farms organic and cruelty-free, where extraction takes place in full respect of the animal's natural rhythm, without stress or harm.
  It is a noble raw material, full of functional molecules unique in nature, capable of activating skin regeneration processes and deeply rebalancing the epidermal metabolism.

Active biochemical composition

Snail slime is a complex mixture of biopolymers, peptides and micronutrients which interact synergistically:

1) Allantoin – powerful tissue regenerator; stimulates fibroblast proliferation, accelerates healing, and smoothes the skin's surface.
2) Acido glicolico (α-idrossiacido naturale) – gentle exfoliant, removes dead cells and promotes skin renewal; improves skin radiance and evenness.
3) Natural collagen – strengthens the extracellular matrix (ECM), increases firmness and tone, reducing wrinkles and loss of elasticity.
4) Elastin – improves skin flexibility, contributing to the resilience and tone of tissues.
5) Natural bioactive peptides – small protein fragments with antioxidant and regenerative properties; they stimulate the production of endogenous collagen and hyaluronic acid.
6) Glycosaminoglycans (GAGs) – hydrophilic polysaccharides that retain water in the skin, ensuring deep and long-lasting hydration.
7) Mucins – film-forming glycoproteins that create a natural protective barrier, maintaining hydration and promoting repair.
8) Vitamins A, C, E and group B – contribute to cellular metabolism and antioxidant protection.
9) Minerals (zinc, copper, manganese, iron, calcium) – essential cofactors of regenerating and antioxidant enzymes.
10) Antimicrobial peptides – they protect the skin microbiota, reduce irritation and rebalance the skin's bacterial flora.

Main cosmetic properties

Snail slime is a multifunctional substance which acts simultaneously on different skin levels:

• Regenerating and restructuring – stimulates fibroblasts to produce collagen, elastin and hyaluronic acid, promoting deep renewal.
• Dynamic moisturizer – GAGs and mucins retain water up to 1000 times their weight, improving skin hydration and plasticity.
• Smooths and renews – natural glycolic acid evens out skin texture and tone.
• Antioxidant and protective – peptides and vitamins neutralize free radicals and limit oxidative stress.
• Soothing and restorative – allantoin reduces redness, micro-lesions and post-acne marks.
• Uniforming and illuminating – regulates melanogenesis and promotes a brighter, more even complexion.

In SPIRALIS, organic snail slime represents the’80% of the formula, acting as active vehicle for all other ingredients.
Thanks to its biochemical affinity with skin tissues, amplifies the penetration of multi-weight hyaluronic acid and hydrolyzed collagen, enhancing the plumping and smoothing effect.
Interacting with aloe vera, argan and shea oils and vitamin E, it creates a regenerating skin ecosystem which restores firmness, elasticity and brightness.

The skin regains its vital energy, its natural breathing and the ability to regenerate itself over time.

• Olive Oil Unsaponifiables (Olea Europaea Oil Unsaponifiables)
  The unsaponifiables of olive oil represent the noblest and most bioactive fraction of this ancient Mediterranean oil.
  They contain an exceptional concentration of phytosterols, triterpenes, and natural antioxidants that play a fundamental role in the skin's repair, hydration, and protection processes.
  In the SPIRALIS philosophy, this substance is a symbolic and functional bridge: an ancient, vital and vegetal element, which supports and amplifies the cellular regeneration activated by organic snail slime (80%).

Active biochemical composition
The unsaponifiables They derive from the non-fatty part of olive oil, obtained through selective extraction and purification.
This fraction contains molecules of very high biological value:

1) Fitosteroli (β-sitosterolo, campesterolo, stigmasterolo) → they strengthen the skin's lipid barrier, stimulate keratinocyte metabolism and promote epidermal regeneration.

2) Triterpenes (squalene, oleanolic acid, uvaol, erythrodiol) → powerful antioxidants and natural soothing agents, they inhibit inflammation and protect against photoaging.

3) Long-chain aliphatic alcohols (cetyl, myricyl, behenyl) → contribute to the plasticity and velvety touch of the skin.

4) Tocopherols (natural vitamin E) → they counteract lipid peroxidation and maintain the integrity of cell membranes.

5) Chlorophyll pigments and phenolic compounds (hydroxytyrosol, tyrosol) → they offer a synergistic defense against oxidative stress and free radicals.

Cosmetic and dermofunctional properties

The unsaponifiables of olive oil they are distinguished by their affinity with epidermal lipids, which makes them extremely biocompatible and skin-friendly.

• Renovators and repairers – promote the regeneration of the skin barrier, improving elasticity and firmness.
• Antioxidants and protectors – neutralize free radicals and reduce damage caused by environmental stress (sun, pollution, wind).
• Elasticizing and hydrating – increase the skin's ability to retain water and lipids, improving softness and firmness.
• Soothing and anti-inflammatory – reduce redness and irritation, making the product suitable even for sensitive skin.
• Carriers and stabilizers – improve the dispersion and bioavailability of other lipophilic active ingredients, enhancing their efficacy.

In SPIRALIS, the unsaponifiables of olive oil act as balancing mediators: they complete the lipid part of the formula and guarantee deep nourishment without greasing.

• Multi-Weight Hyaluronic Acid (3kDa–8kDa, 0.8M–1.5M, 1.8M–3.0MDa, 100k–500k) & Sodium Hyaluronate
  Hyaluronic acid is the molecule of vital hydration, a substance naturally present in the skin, where it retains water and keeps tissues soft, elastic and compact.
  As time passes, its biological concentration decreases, and the skin loses volume, brightness and turgidity.
  The multi-weight complex used in SPIRALIS is a synergy of different forms of hyaluronic acid, each with a specific molecular weight: some very thin fractions reach the deepest layers of the skin, others remain on the surface, creating an invisible network of continuous and harmonious hydration.

A hydration system in three dimensions

• In the deep layers (hypodermis and dermis)
  The lightest and most penetrating molecules (3–8 kDa and 100–500 kDa) cross the epidermal barrier and diffuse into the innermost tissues, where they stimulate fibroblasts, the cells that produce collagen and elastin. Here, hyaluronic acid acts as a biological water reserve, capable of retaining moisture and volume, redensifying the skin from within. The result is a natural plumping effect: the skin tightens, regains tone, and appears firmer.
• In the intermediate layers (dermal-epidermal junction)
  Medium-weight molecules (0.8–1.5 MDa) bind and distribute water between collagen and elastin fibers, improving cellular cohesion and communication between the different skin layers. This "connecting" action provides elasticity, softness, and a plump, healthy-looking skin.

• In the superficial layers (epidermis and hydrolipidic film)
  The longest chains (1.8–3.0 MDa) and the Sodium Hyaluronate they form a protective moisturizing film which delicately covers the skin like a thin veil. This film does not occlude but retains water and releases it gradually, proteggendo la cute da vento, freddo e stress ambientali. Allo stesso tempo, leviga la superficie cutanea, dona luminosità immediata e riduce la visibilità delle linee sottili.

Perceivable properties and benefits

• Deep and long-lasting hydration on all layers of the skin.
• Visible plumping, with a natural relaxing effect.
• Improved elasticity and tone thanks to the stimulation of collagen synthesis.
• Reinforced protective barrier, which reduces transepidermal water loss (TEWL).
• Immediate comfort and brightness which amplifies day after day.

In SPIRALIS, this complex of hyaluronic acids works in perfect harmony with organic snail slime (80%), naturally rich in mucopolysaccharides and regenerating peptides.
Together, they create a constant flow of hydration and regeneration, which deeply nourishes the skin and restores its water balance.

Combined with aloe vera, hydrolyzed collagen, and organic plant oils, multi-weight hyaluronic acid transforms every application into a sensorial experience that recharges the skin with moisture, radiance, and vitality. Skin regains its original elasticity, breathability, and natural softness.

Moisturizing and Soothing System:

• Panthenol (Provitamin B5):
  It is a precursor of pantothenic acid, a component of Coenzyme A. It is an effective humectant and plays a crucial role in the skin's healing process, promoting fibroblast proliferation and acting as an anti-inflammatory and soothing agent.

• Allantoin:
  It promotes cell proliferation and accelerates the desquamation process, aiding the removal of dead cells. This makes it an excellent, non-aggressive keratolytic and re-epithelializing agent, which synergizes powerfully with snail slime.
  Emollient and Nourishing System

• Argania Spinosa (Argan) Oil:
  THE'’Argan oil It is one of the most precious gifts of the Moroccan land, extracted from the seeds of the tree Argania spinosa, very ancient and resilient, traditionally called “tree of life”.

For centuries, Berber populations have used it as a healing ointment for skin and hair, and today cosmetic research confirms its extraordinary restructuring, antioxidant and protective action.

Biochemical composition
Argan oil is a complex and balanced blend of functional lipids and natural antioxidants.
His saponifiable fraction (≈99%) It mainly consists of:

1) acido oleico (≈45–50%) – emollient and penetrating, promotes the flexibility of the cell membrane;

2) acido linoleico (≈30–35%) – essential fatty acid (Ω-6) which strengthens the skin barrier and regulates hydration;

3) acido palmitico (≈12%) e stearic acid (≈5%) – contribute to the softness and lipid stability of the skin.

There unsaponifiable fraction (≈1%), although small, is of great biological value:

1) tocopherols (natural vitamin E, up to 800 mg/kg) – powerful antioxidant action;

2) phytosterols (schottenol, spinasterol) – stimulate microcirculation and epidermal metabolism;

3) squalene and polyphenols – protect against oxidative damage and maintain tissue elasticity and firmness.

Main cosmetic properties

• Deep antioxidant – neutralizes free radicals, preventing lipid oxidation and photoaging.
• Elasticizing and regenerating – improves intercellular cohesion and supports collagen synthesis.
• Moisturizing and nourishing – restores the skin's correct lipid balance, improving softness and brightness.
• Soothing and restorative – reduces redness and micro-irritation thanks to the presence of phytosterols and polyphenols.
• Protective barrier – strengthens the barrier function and reduces transepidermal water loss (TEWL).

At the heart of the Spiralis cream, organic argan oil works in synergy with organic snail slime (80%), multi-weight hyaluronic acid and shea butter, creating a nourishing and protective matrix that improves skin elasticity and resilience.
Its silky texture promotes the controlled penetration of regenerating active ingredients and leaves the skin velvety, luminous and vital.
Furthermore, thanks to its vitamin E and polyphenol content, it enhances the antioxidant and anti-oxidative stress action of the formula, preventing the appearance of fine lines and loss of tone.

• Butyrospermum Parkii Butter (Shea Butter):
  Shea butter is a noble raw material of African origin, extracted from the seeds of the tree Vitellaria paradoxa (previously Butyrospermum parkii), considered sacred in local traditions for its healing and protective virtues.
  It is one of the most valuable natural emollients used in cosmetology due to its affinity with the skin's lipid barrier and its unique richness in bioactive components.

Biochemical composition
Shea butter contains a very high unsaponifiable fraction (up to 10%), packed with:

1) phytosterols (campesterol, stigmasterol, β-sitosterol) – stimulate tissue regeneration;

2) triterpenes (lupeol, amyrin, butyrospermol) – with anti-inflammatory and healing activity;

3) tocopherols (natural vitamin E) – antioxidants that protect against free radicals and photoaging;

4) essential fatty acids (oleic, stearic, linoleic, palmitic) – maintain elasticity and hydration;

5) catechins and natural resins – contribute to the soothing action and stability of the product.

Main cosmetic properties

Deep and protective emollient – forms a natural lipid film that reduces transepidermal water loss (TEWL) without occluding, providing immediate comfort even to the driest and most mature skin.

Nourishing and regenerating – phytosterols and triterpenes promote epidermal renewal and improve skin density.

Antioxidant and anti-aging – tocopherols counteract lipid oxidation, preserving the integrity of cell membranes.

Soothing and healing – useful for redness, micro-irritations and skin stressed by cold, wind or sun exposure.

Improves elasticity and softness – acts on skin plasticity, leaving the skin velvety and luminous.

At the heart of the formula SPIRALIS, The organic shea butter works in perfect harmony with the oils of argan e olive, reconstructing the natural hydrolipidic film and strengthening the barrier function of the skin. Its velvety texture envelops the face, neck, and décolleté in a sensorial caress that protects, nourishes, and amplifies the regenerating action of snail slime (80%) and multi-weight hyaluronic acid.

Emulsifying and Vector System:

• Decyl Oleate, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride:
  Esters derived from plant sources. They are light emollients with excellent spreadability (distribution on the skin). They have a dry, non-greasy feel and help transport other active ingredients.

• Cetearyl Glucoside:
  Naturally derived non-ionic surfactant (derived from glucose and coconut fatty alcohol). It is a very gentle and well-tolerated emulsifier, suitable for even the most sensitive skin.

  PRESERVATIVES AND ANTIOXIDANTS:
  

• Phenoxyethanol, Potassium Sorbate, Sodium Benzoate:
  A broad-spectrum preservative system, chosen for its safety profile and low incidence of allergic reactions. It is one of the most widely used and accepted systems in clean cosmetics to ensure product stability and safety over time.
• Tocopheryl Acetate (Vitamin E):
  A stable form of Vitamin E. It is an antioxidant that protects the product from oxidation and, once applied to the skin, helps neutralize free radicals generated by exposure to UV rays and pollution.