A special combination of extracts of Edelweiss and Witch Hazel in conjunction with vitamin and Liposomes acts protectively before free radicals and prevents DNA damage to skin cells. The main cause of skin aging is the formation of free radicals to sound scientific knowledge. In particular influences of the environment like a too strong ultraviolet radiation, but also ozone, pesticides, cigarette smoke and other pollution lead to an increased formation of radical and can harm the skin. The Alpine Edelweiss extract, which has a high and effective level of antioxidants and neutralized so free radicals offers effective protection against premature skin ageing. A special combination of extracts of Edelweiss and Witch Hazel in conjunction with vitamin and Liposomes acts protectively before free radicals and prevents DNA damage to skin cells. The special properties of this recipe is based on a high proportion of antioxidants. Thus is prevented effectively premature skin aging. The effect is now also dermatologically confirmed.

The Edelweiss – and plant extracts in the original Edelweiss skin active cream work revitalising and regenerating. Manufacturer is the Allgau cosmetics company ALWAG, specializing in the production of local and typical mountain body care series for over 20 years. The cream is available in the pharmacy under the order of PZN 5562866. Distributor is the company community pharmaceutical sales in Munich Oberhaching. “The Edelweiss is a very interesting plant for cosmetics. The active ingredients that it contains were formerly used in naturopathy. Today especially the tannins used for skin firming and strengthening of connective tissue”, know the ALWAG manageress Brigitte Galauch.

“The fine structure of this cream allows a quick impact in the upper layer of the skin, without leaving an oily or shiny film.” Alpine Edelweiss offers protection from premature skin aging the main cause of skin aging is according to sound scientific knowledge the formation of free radicals. In particular Influences of the environment like a too strong ultraviolet radiation, but also ozone, pesticides, cigarette smoke and other pollution lead to an increased formation of radical and can harm the skin. The Alpine Edelweiss extract, which has a high and effective level of antioxidants and neutralized so free radicals offers effective protection against premature skin ageing. Also the mature skin is optimally supplied by the anti-inflammatory properties of the extract. The anti-ageing cream covers the needs of all skin types. Just moisture and balance of the skin retains and enhances the barrier protection against free radicals. The effect of the original Edelweiss skin active creme by Derma test, an Institute for medical and cosmetic contract research company, confirmed. Edelweiss from organic Edelweiss is a protected flower of the Alps due to the low occurrence and the valuable properties. Specific active ingredients help the plant under severe climate conditions and strong ultraviolet radiation in a Altitude of 1500 to 3400 meters since thousands of years to survive. Edelweiss in the Switzerland in special gardens of Alps at an altitude of 1100 metres is bred today. In controlled organic cultivation the Edelweiss are hand cultivated flowers and harvested in August, September. The Edelweiss extract is obtained by cold extraction. The ALWAG (Allgau herbal products company) GmbH produces since 1985, body care and cosmetics products from predominantly local and typical mountain plants. The medium-sized company headquarters is in Weiler-Simmerberg, in the Westallgau. The products are sold mainly in Germany, Austria and Switzerland.