Our
Formulation Creed The Philosophy that Drives Performance
Every skin and body care product made at our laboratories is developed under a set of strict guidelines, a "Creed" if you will, that ensures the results you demand - and the clear, resilient and beautiful healthy-looking skin our clients deserve.
We Use Performance
Ingredients
at Effective Levels We
use effective levels of performance-proven ingredients,
not the “ingredient of the day” just because
your clients like to see them. We stabilize the fragile
ingredients (like vitamins A and C or antioxidant-rich
plant extracts) to make sure they retain potency from the
product to the skin. And we use special delivery vehicles
that enhance penetration – so your clients experience
dramatic results.
We Use Plant & Mineral
Sources Whenever
possible, we choose plant or mineral-derived
ingredients, not those from animals or petroleum.
We choose multi-functional antioxidants, standardized
botanicals, phytonutrients and other performance
ingredients that have been proven bio-effective
in scientific studies - then we use them at the
same concentration used in the studies. And,
to make sure you see results, we protect the
integrity of these ingredients in the finished
product.
We
Use Drug-Free Solutions Many
cosmetic companies rely on OTC drugs to treat common
skin problems. We prefer a gentle, drug-free approach
to achieve great looking skin. With the exception
of our sunscreens, our products are drug-free.
Our product development team uses highly effective,
non-drug solutions for problems like acne-prone
skin, sensitive skin, irritation, dryness, chronic
redness, aging and skin discolorations. You can
be assured to see results without the discomfort
or side-effects that can be caused by many OTC
drugs.
We
Don’t Use Harsh Ingredients We
never use sulfates, mineral oil, bovine-sourced
ingredients or propylene glycol. We avoid petrolatum,
lanolin, solvent alcohols, synthetic color, synthetic
fragrance and comedogenic ingredients. We use only
gentle preservatives. We do not use formaldehyde-releasing
preservatives; you’ll never find imidazolidinyl
urea, diazolidinyl urea, quaternium-15, DMDM hydantoin
or 2-bromo-2-nitropropane-1,3-diol in any YG product.
While other companies commonly use these ingredients,
they are known to cause skin sensitivity. We limit
the use of emulsifiers (like stearic acid, stearyl
alcohol and glyceryl stearate) because we’ve
found they make dry and sensitive skin more irritable.
And, because science has now proven chronic inflammation
is the bottom-line of aging, we add soothing ingredients
even when irritation isn’t a problem.
We're
Cruelty-Free The
only animals we use to test our products are humans,
and we do this to make sure your products work.
We
Do Extensive Product & Ingredient Testing
Stability
Testing. Our products are subjected
to some of the most thorough testing of any skin
care available. Broad-spectrum microbiology,
heat, cold and light stability, and container
compatibility are tested before any product is
released to market. Other tests and ingredient
assays are also performed, as required to ensure
maximum product stability and efficacy.
Dermatologist-Testing. Products
developed for sensitive skin undergo one month
of Repeat Insult Patch Testing (RIPT) on 50 subjects,
which is reviewed and approved by board-certified
dermatologists prior to the product’s release
to market.
Ophthalmologist-Approval. Products
used around the eyes are subjected to pre-market
approval by qualified ophthalmologists.
Ingredient Efficacy Testing. We
require our ingredient suppliers to provide proof
of efficacy before we review an ingredient for
use in our products.
Professional & Consumer Approval. New
products are submitted to skin care professionals
and their clients throughout the world for performance
testing and review. Only those products demonstrating
definitive results are approved.
Skin care innovation, powered by science,
that you’ll be confident to wear.
Gives a visible lift to tired, tense skin in seconds. Noticeably relax surface lines - without toxins. Target correction where you need it - not just between your brows but also around the eyes, and wherever expression lines need softening. Ease microtension that leads to wrinkles. Super concentrated serum is effective on the following conditions:
• Expression lines
• Lines and wrinkles due to aging
• Lacking firmness
• Tired, tense skin
Renews a youthful look with a complex of natural patented peptides and almond protein - calms and relaxes the appearance of facial stress, firms in seconds.
Age-Limit Advanced Refinishing Serum
Minimize visible imperfections including lines, wrinkles, discoloration, and enlarged pores within days with this next generation of AHA. Special patented AHAminoPlex molecule ensures maximum delivery without penetrating skin's zone of irritation. More effective and comfortable - even on skin that has never been able to tolerate AHAs before.
Advanced Firming Complex Mature, Menopausal
With Matrixyl peptides - a revolutionary acid-free skin smoother and wrinkle reducer - extra-strength firming starts within days. Skin feels immediately tighter and lifted. Visibly firms in just 2 to 4 weeks. Use with medical treatments as part of a total anti-aging strategy. Key product in Visibly Firmer Skin Firming System.
Moisture Boost HydraGel Dehydrated, Oily
Super hydrator makes moisturizers more moist. Skin is instantly moister and more comfortable. Returns supple flexibility within seconds; lasts for hours. Super hydrator makes moisturizers more moist
Co-Q10 Antioxidant Serum Aging, Sluggish, Exposed to Environmental Oxidants
Boost skin's natural energy levels, and protect from environmental oxidants with CoEnzyme Q-10. Maximize skin's natural oxygen usage to increase skin's youthful vitality overnight. Leaves skin moist, supple and well-nourished.
Continuous Moisture Repair Creme Extremely Dry
This luscious, yet light-feeling crème communicates with cells deep in the skin to deliver strong barrier repair and revive skin's own moisture-holding capacity within 5 to 9 days. Part of Visibly Moist Dry Skin System.
This buttery, lightweight cream helps normalize oily skin in only 15 days, and dry skin within 45 days. Saturated with three moisturizing age-fighters - Vitamin E, Vitamin A and stabilized Vitamin C - this crème forms a reservoir of moisture that lasts up to 20 hours.Part of the 24-Hour Skin System
Oil Free Hydrating Fluid Oily to Normal, Sensitive, Rosacea-Prone
This intelligent moisturizer reprograms skin to hold more moisture - without oil! Water-filled MoistureZomes penetrate deep between skin cells while DexPanthenol reprograms skin's moisture content at a cellular level.
Richly foaming, soap-free gel helps hydrate dry, dehydrated skin and protect from moisture loss during the cleansing process. Our most popular cleanser!Part of Visibly Moist Dry Skin System
Pore-Clearing Cleanser Oily, Acne-Prone
Extra-strength oil-dissolving cleanser with pore purifying Tea Tree cleans down deep - where trouble begins. Controls blemishes before they become a problem.Part of Visibly Clear Acne Prone Skin System
Solar Defender SPF 28 UVA/UVB Moderate Protection Sunscreen All Complexions
Ultra sheer, ultra gentle micronized Zinc Oxide for broad-spectrum, complete protection from burning UVB and aging UVA rays. Invisible, easy to wear sunscreen is perfect for daily protection for any complexion, under makeup or alone. This greaseless formula is enriched with antioxidant Vitamin E, plus soothing Green Tea and Aloe, to help lessen damage caused by direct sunlight. Water-resistant.
We
use effective levels of performance-proven ingredients,
not the “ingredient of the day” just because
your clients like to see them. We stabilize the fragile
ingredients (like vitamins A and C or antioxidant-rich
plant extracts) to make sure they retain potency from the
product to the skin. And we use special delivery vehicles
that enhance penetration – so your clients experience
dramatic results.
Whenever
possible, we choose plant or mineral-derived
ingredients, not those from animals or petroleum.
We choose multi-functional antioxidants, standardized
botanicals, phytonutrients and other performance
ingredients that have been proven bio-effective
in scientific studies - then we use them at the
same concentration used in the studies. And,
to make sure you see results, we protect the
integrity of these ingredients in the finished
product.
Many
cosmetic companies rely on OTC drugs to treat common
skin problems. We prefer a gentle, drug-free approach
to achieve great looking skin. With the exception
of our sunscreens, our products are drug-free.
Our product development team uses highly effective,
non-drug solutions for problems like acne-prone
skin, sensitive skin, irritation, dryness, chronic
redness, aging and skin discolorations. You can
be assured to see results without the discomfort
or side-effects that can be caused by many OTC
drugs.
We
never use sulfates, mineral oil, bovine-sourced
ingredients or propylene glycol. We avoid petrolatum,
lanolin, solvent alcohols, synthetic color, synthetic
fragrance and comedogenic ingredients. We use only
gentle preservatives. We do not use formaldehyde-releasing
preservatives; you’ll never find imidazolidinyl
urea, diazolidinyl urea, quaternium-15, DMDM hydantoin
or 2-bromo-2-nitropropane-1,3-diol in any YG product.
While other companies commonly use these ingredients,
they are known to cause skin sensitivity. We limit
the use of emulsifiers (like stearic acid, stearyl
alcohol and glyceryl stearate) because we’ve
found they make dry and sensitive skin more irritable.
And, because science has now proven chronic inflammation
is the bottom-line of aging, we add soothing ingredients
even when irritation isn’t a problem. 
The
only animals we use to test our products are humans,
and we do this to make sure your products work. 
Stability
Testing. Our products are subjected
to some of the most thorough testing of any skin
care available. Broad-spectrum microbiology,
heat, cold and light stability, and container
compatibility are tested before any product is
released to market. Other tests and ingredient
assays are also performed, as required to ensure
maximum product stability and efficacy.
Line-Ease Serum Concentrate
Age-Limit Advanced Refinishing Serum 
Advanced Firming Complex
Moisture Boost HydraGel 
Co-Q10 Antioxidant Serum
Continuous Moisture Repair Creme 
Moisture Replenishing Creme
Oil Free Hydrating Fluid 
Panthenol Cleanser
Pore-Clearing Cleanser
Solar Defender SPF 28 UVA/UVB Moderate Protection Sunscreen