Apivita is a Greek company that has been creating natural beauty products since 1979. This company was founded by two pharmacists who were inspired by honey bees, the biodiversity of Greek nature and the holistic approach of Hippocrates.
The name Apivita is derived from the Latin words Apis (bee) and Vita (life), which reflect the philosophy of the company, bees never stop creating value and that is exactly what the company is all about.
Among its many products is a firming and remodeling for the body based on a combination of red pepper, rose and black pepper extract that naturally stimulates fat burning.
The product reaffirms and increases the elasticity of the skin , also fights against localized fat accumulation, especially on the hips, thighs and waist, stimulating the lipolytic process.
And as usual in the brand’s products, it has 97% natural ingredients, does not contain parabens, silicones, propylene glycol, mineral oil, phthalates, PCM or NM.
In short, it improves the elasticity and firmness of the skin and revitalizes its appearance. Sounds great right? Well, let’s see what is true in this by analyzing your INCI.
But first, let me recommend that you go through our article with the best body firming creams , among which is this one from Apivita.
Analysis Firming and reshaping body cream Rose Pepper by Apivita
- Sideritis Syriaca Water : The water used in the composition of the product has been replaced by an infusion of Greek mountain tea, an innovation from APIVITA. Greek mountain tea infusion offers antioxidant activity superior to green tea.
- Dicaprylyl Ether : Analyzed in Fiori di Cipria’s anti-wrinkle cream for men .
- Propanediol Dicaprylate : This product is a light ester, derived from corn and coconut, which imparts a light skin feel.
- Glycerin : Tested in Clarins Men’s Anti-Wrinkle Cream for Men .
- Isosorbide Dicaprylate : Improves hydration and epidermal barrier function in human skin.
- Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis (Sweet Almond) Oil : Analyzed in Filorga’s ultralifting Lift Designer serum .
- Caprylic / Capric Triglyceride : Tested in Clarins Men’s Anti-Wrinkle Cream for Men .
- Menthol : Analyzed in Cien Men Anti-Wrinkle Cream for Men .
- Phenethyl Alcohol : Analyzed in REN’s Bio Retinoid Anti-Aging Cream .
- Decyl Glucoside : Analyzed in REN’s Bio Retinoid Anti-Aging Cream .
- Cynara Scolymus (Artichoke) Bud Extract : Artichoke Extract , which prevents sagging by strengthening and strengthening cells from within, which also helps defense against wrinkles. The same nutritional values that make artichoke a powerful source of antioxidants are also helpful in shrinking pores and rejuvenating the skin. The Japanese company Ichimaru Pharcos, which tests the efficacy of potential cosmetic ingredients, conducted a study that found that artichoke extract improves skin elasticity, helps prevent photoaging, and tightens pores.
- Levan : Analyzed in REN’s Bio Retinoid Anti-Aging Cream .
- Allantoin : Analyzed in Mercadona’s Sisbela eye contour .
- Sodium Phytate : Analyzed in the Caudalie Premier Cru eye contour .
- Schinus Terebinthifolius Seed Extract: Extract of the berries of pink pepper, with lipolytic properties. The active is said to have two modes of lipolytic action. First, it possesses a pre-lipolytic action with its ability to inhibit perilipin A synthesis. According to the company, lipases must have access to lipid droplets to burn fat. Also, it is easier for lipases to burn small lipid droplets than large ones. The inhibitory perilipin A synthesis acts on these two factors; reduces the protection of large lipid droplets making them easier to metabolize and reduces the regulation of fat molecules to form large lipid droplets to promote the formation of small lipid droplets that are easier to metabolize. This fat-burning action is complemented by an activation of microcirculation,
- Coffea Robusta Seed Extract : Robusta coffee is native to West Africa and contains a higher amount of caffeine and active components than Arabica coffee due to its processing method. These compounds possess strong antioxidant properties that minimize the adverse effects of cumulative UV exposure. This protection could be related to caffeine’s ability to increase apoptosis (programmed cell death) of UVB-damaged keratinocytes, which kill damaged skin cells before they cause photoaging and skin cancer. Caffeine also effectively attacks and diminishes the appearance of crow’s feet, significantly improves the overall smoothness of the skin and the depth of wrinkles in the skin around the treated area.
- Tocopherol : Tested in Clarins Men’s Anti-Wrinkle Cream for Men .
- Sorbitan Oleate : Tested in Shiseido Men’s Anti-Wrinkle Cream for Men .
- Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seed Oil : Tested in Shiseido Men’s Anti-Wrinkle Cream for Men .
- Centella Asiatica Leaf Extract : Analyzed in Mercadona’s Sisbela eye contour .
- Hedera Helix (Ivy) Leaf Extract : Analyzed in Suavinex anti-stretch mark cream .
- Glyceryl Stearate : Analyzed in Fiori di Cipria’s anti-wrinkle cream for men .
- Phenoxyethanol : Tested in Clarins Men’s Anti-Wrinkle Cream for Men .
- PEG-100 Stearate : Analyzed in Fiori di Cipria’s anti-wrinkle cream for men .
- Panthenol : Analyzed in Fiori di Cipria’s anti-wrinkle cream for men .
- Carbomer : Analyzed in the Youth Eye Complex eye contour from iS Clinical .
- Caprylyl Glycol : Analyzed in the Youth Eye Complex from iS Clinical .
- Mel (Honey) : Analyzed in Skinfood’s Royal Honey Essential Toner .
- Xanthan Gum : Tested in L’Oreal Men Expert’s Vita Lift 5 Anti-Wrinkle Cream for Men .
- Acrylates / C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer : Tested in Shiseido Men’s Anti-Wrinkle Cream for Men .
- Ethylhexylglycerin : Analyzed in Nezeni Cosmetics anti-wrinkle cream .
- Tocopheryl Acetate : Analyzed in Clarins Men’s Anti-Wrinkle Cream for Men .
- Sodium Hydroxide : Analyzed in Fiori di Cipria’s anti-wrinkle cream for men .
- Sideritis Syriaca Extract : Also known as mountain tea, it is a very popular herb from Crete. It acts as an anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, antimicrobial, tonic, and anti-irritant.
- Glucose : Analyzed in the Lancaster Skin Therapy eye contour .
- Citric Acid : Analyzed in Fiori di Cipria’s anti-wrinkle cream for men .
- Sodium Hyaluronate : Analyzed in Nezeni Cosmetics anti-wrinkle cream .
- Paraxanthine , Methyl Xanthine , Theobromine and Caffeine : They form the compound Sveltam ™, a very effective solution in the stimulation of lipolysis and in the inhibition of lipogenesis.
- Rosa Damascena Flower Oil : Analyzed in the Decleor Harmonie Calm eye contour .
- Juniperus Communis Fruit Oil : Juniper oil, may have soothing properties for the skin, although repeated applications (due to its methanol content) can result in skin sensitivity.
- Piper Nigrum (Black Pepper) Fruit Oil : Black pepper oil, in addition to adding smell, is also very good for improving circulation. The essential oil is rich in monoterpenes and sesquiterpenes, which have antioxidant benefits, protecting from damage caused by free radicals, repairing this damage. If used topically, it can cause significant skin sensitivity.
- Parfum (Fragrance) .
- Linalool : Tested in Clarins Men’s Anti-Wrinkle Cream for Men .
- Limonene : Tested in Clarins Men’s Anti-Wrinkle Cream for Men .
Summary analysis Apivita Rose Pepper Firming and Remodeling Body Cream
In this formulation we have found ingredients never seen before, such as mountain tea that practically replaces the water that creams normally include.
With this inclusion they intend to add the benefits of this herb to the cream. Specifically (and depending on the brand), this infusion provides antioxidant and anti-aging functions.
Although the Apivita option mainly relies on the properties of pink pepper, a functional ingredient with lipolytic and circulation-enhancing properties to get the job done.
To this active ingredient is added the artichoke extract, which prevents sagging by increasing elasticity, and the Sveltam ™ complex, which also increases lipolysis while improving the appearance of the skin.
Hydration is also not lacking in the Apivita formula, so honey, sweet almond oil, sunflower oil, levan, or panthenol, leave the skin protected and hydrated continuously.
Hyaluronic acid is also included, although the brand does well not to mention it, as it is in too low a concentration to have any effect.
Ivy and gotu kola increase fluid drainage and increase circulation to detoxify the area .
Although without a doubt, what we like the most about the formula is its aroma. The combination of hot and pink pepper is very nice.
But they are not all benefits in the formula, because the refreshing sensation that it gives off is thanks to the menthol, which is in a high enough concentration to be able to irritate and sensitize many skin types.
Likewise, there are also other irritating ingredients swarming, and the most dangerous of all, a preservative that in addition to being an irritant, is harmful to the skin as there is certain cell mutation.
It is possible that the cream does its job well because it has many assets that, although they will not leave you as a teenager, they will visibly improve the skin.
But honestly, the results would be achieved with regular use, and I don’t know if I want to apply a product for so long that it can cause me any harm.
Alternative
For this reason I want to recommend an alternative, and this alternative precisely emphasizes the fact that it has few preservatives, and that it is totally safe for our skin.
It is the Firming Anti-Stretch Mark Cream from Akento Cosmetics, which also serves to eliminate stretch marks, as well as to firm the skin, and for this it has active ingredients that increase natural collagen and firming agents that prevent sagging.
You have the complete analysis in the link that I leave above.
Kathie Sand always saw the world of beauty as the terrain on which to build her professional career, a goal that was clear to her when she was only 15 years old. Her great concern to expand knowledge led her to settle in Paris where she studied hand in hand with the best beauty professionals and with the most advanced techniques for skin care.