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Olivella Ingredients Glossary

The ingredients are the main protagonists of the Olivella® formulas.

Discover some of our favorite ingredients, carefully selected for their effectiveness and safety.

Olivella's Ingredients Glossary

Vitamin E - Tocopherol
Tocopherol

Vitamin E - Tocopherol

Tocopherol is the main component of vitamin E. It is an essential vitamin nutrient and a powerful fat-soluble antioxidant, naturally present in virgin olive oil. It helps to reduce damage caused by...

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Vitamin B - Panthenol
Panthenol

Vitamin B - Panthenol

Vitamin B5 (also known as Panthenol) has regenerating and soothing properties. It strengthens the hair, making it soft and hydrated and it's also extremely gentle on the scalp. Where to find it  

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Squalane
Vegetable Squalane

Squalane

A precious ingredient in Olivella® formulas, it is obtained from the squalene of olive oil through a hydrogenation process. It helps to strengthen the skin barrier, allowing the skin to remain wel...

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Sodium Olivate
Sodium Olivate

Sodium Olivate

Sodium Olivate  is a mixture of sodium hydroxide salts, obtained from virgin olive oil, rich in fatty acids (oleic, palmitic, linoleic and stearic). This mixture also contains a percentage of the ...

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Potassium Olivate
Potassium Olivate

Potassium Olivate

It is a mixture of potassium salts obtained from the fatty acids of virgin olive oil during the saponification process. Totally of vegetable origin and extremely respectful of the environment and ...

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Peptide
Acetyl Hexapeptide-8

Peptide

Peptides are molecules composed of two or more amino acids whose purpose is to communicate and regulate the biological processes of cells. There are many types of peptides in cosmetics, each with a...

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Tea Tree Oil
tea tree oil

Tea Tree Oil

Tea Tree Oil, also known as Malaleuca oil is a plant belonging to the Mirtaceae family, native of Australia. When used topically, tea tree oil can bring many benefits, it has a strong antibacterial...

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Olea Europea Fruit Oil
Olea Europea Fruit Oil

Olea Europea Fruit Oil

Olive oil obtained thanks to the pressing of olives it is widely used in the Mediterranean diet. In addition to food usage, olive oil is used in cosmetics because it is rich of many precious substa...

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Niacinamide
Niacinamide

Niacinamide

Niacinamide, also called nicotinamide is a form of vitamin B-3. It promotes cellular metabolism, and it serves as a lipid barrier. It also has anti-inflammatory properties and it increases skin ela...

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Vegetable Glycerin
vegetable glycerin

Vegetable Glycerin

Vegetable glycerin is an ingredient with an extraordinary humectant action, and it is able to deeply hydrate the skin, facilitating the absorption of the other active ingredients. It has protective...

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Unsaponifiable Fraction of Olive Oil
Unsaponifiable Fraction of Olive Oil

Unsaponifiable Fraction of Olive Oil

The Unsaponifiable fraction of olive oil  is a part of virgin olive oil (about 2%) that does not turn into soap as it is chemically composed of fatty molecules that do not react with a basic substa...

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Olive Leaf Extract
Olive Leaf Extract

Olive Leaf Extract

Rich in antioxidant substances, such as oleuropein and hydroxytyrosol, olive leaf extract helps to improve the appearance of the skin by protecting it from free radicals and reducing the signs of a...

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Centella Asiatica - Tiger Grass
centella asiatica

Centella Asiatica (Tiger Grass)

Centella Asiatica, also known as Tiger Grass, promotes the microcirculation of the skin and stimulates the production of collagen. It is suitable for all skin types, it gives a fresher and smoother...

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Hyaluronic Acid
hyaluronic acid

Hyaluronic Acid

Hyaluronic acid is an important ally for all skins wishing to maintain their beauty and youth. Thanks to its chemical structure, hyaluronic acid helps to preserve the optimal level of hydration of ...

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