Abbreviation of Eicosapentaenoic Acid. It is an essential fatty acid of the Omega-3 marine extract family (algae, fish). It reduces thrombus formation (blood clot).

A protein of the conjunctive tissue secreted by the fibroblasts which have elastic properties. They are mainly to be found in the skin.

The enzymes are proteins, or complex proteins, which enable the slowing down or the acceleration (up to millions of times) of the chemical reactions of the metabolism which take place in the cellular or extra-cellular environment. The enzymes work at a low level of concentration and remain intact at the end of the reaction: they are biological catalysers.

The most superficial level of the skin. In direct contact with the outside world, the epidermis is our organism’s first barrier of protection. It plays a role in sensory perception, regulation and regeneration.

The linoleic acid C18:2 of Omega 6 and the alphalinoleic acid C18:3 of Omega 3 are both polyunsaturated. They are the two essential precursors of the two fatty acids. They are present in majority in certain vegetal oils and in a lesser quantity in margarines prepared with these oils. They play a structural role in the cell membranes and have numerous functional roles.