SEA LILY

Sea Lily: Complexion Evaning & Radiance Booster

EVENING ⎪ COMPLEXION RADIANCE

What is Sea Lily?

Sea Lily (Pancratium maritimum) is a plant that grows naturally on the dunes of the Mediterranean coast. To survive in this environment particularly exposed to UV rays and oxidative stress, it produces various bioactive compounds that contribute to its protection. In cosmetics, its extract is studied for its ability to target the mechanisms responsible for skin pigmentation. It helps regulate melanin production to promote a more even and luminous complexion.
In the [MY] Baume Pro-Collagène Unifiant (Unifying Pro-Collagen Balm), it complements the action of pro-collagen active ingredients by targeting another visible sign of aging: pigment irregularities. This approach allows for a dual action on both skin quality and complexion evenness.

Where does Sea Lily come from?

Sea Lily is a bulbous plant found on the beaches of the Mediterranean basin and Atlantic coasts. Resilient against the harshest climatic conditions, it is capable of thriving in poor, sandy soils with high sun exposure. The extract used in cosmetics is obtained from controlled cultivation in order to preserve the wild populations of this species, which is protected in several countries.

Properties and Active Principles of Sea Lily

Sea Lily naturally contains several compounds of interest for the skin, notably polyphenols and specific alkaloids.
These molecules endow it with several properties:

• Helping regulate the mechanisms involved in melanin synthesis,
• Assisting in preventing the appearance of dark spots,
• Contributing to complexion evenness,
• Protecting the skin from oxidative stress thanks to its antioxidant activity,
• Helping preserve the skin's natural radiance.

What are the benefits of Sea Lily?

Over time, sun exposure, hormonal fluctuations, or inflammation can promote uneven melanin production, leading to the appearance of dark spots. Sea Lily supports the skin in maintaining a more uniform complexion.
Its main benefits include:

• Helping limit the appearance of dark spots,
• Contributing to visibly evening out the complexion,
• Reviving the skin's natural radiance,
• Assisting in protecting the skin from the effects of oxidative stress,
• Complementing skincare routines designed to maintain younger-looking skin.

Sea Lily at the heart of MiYé formulas

[MY] UNIFYING PRO-COLLAGEN BALM
In the Baume Pro-Collagène Unifiant, Sea Lily extract targets the pigment irregularities that can appear with age or under the influence of UV rays.
Combined with Vitanol® Bio, biomimetic peptides, and ceramides, it takes part in a global approach to skin aging by improving skin firmness, barrier function, and complexion uniformity all at once.

How to use Sea Lily?

Sea Lily is used exclusively for topical application within cosmetic skincare. It is particularly valuable in formulas designed to improve complexion evenness and prevent the appearance of dark spots. Combined with active ingredients that act on firmness and the skin barrier, it contributes to a comprehensive approach to the visible signs of aging. Regular use progressively supports the improvement of skin radiance and homogeneity.

Any side effects?

Sea Lily is generally well tolerated when used at the concentrations recommended in cosmetics. Available studies report a good safety profile and excellent compatibility with sensitive skin. As with any plant extract, an individual reaction remains possible, though rare.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Sea Lily a skin-bleaching ingredient?
No. It does not depigment the skin. It helps regulate melanin production to limit the appearance of new pigment irregularities and promote a more even complexion.

Can it be used all year round?
Yes. It can be used daily, regardless of the season. However, sun protection remains essential to prevent UV-induced dark spots.

Is it suitable for sensitive skin?
Yes. Available data show good skin tolerance, including on sensitive skin.

Sources

• Patent FR2926220A1 — Cosmetic use of an extract of the plant Pancratium maritimum as an antioxidant agent and/or melanogenesis inhibitor.
• Rokbeni N, M'rabet Y, Cluzet S, Richard T, Krisa S, Boussaid M, Boulila A. Determination of phenolic composition and antioxidant activities of Pancratium maritimum L. from Tunisia. Industrial Crops and Products. 2016;94:505-513.
• Leporini M, Catinella G, Bruno M, Falco T, Tundis R, Loizzo MR. Investigating the Antiproliferative and Antioxidant Properties of Pancratium maritimum L. (Amaryllidaceae) Stems, Flowers, Bulbs, and Fruits Extracts. Evidence-Based Complementary and Alternative Medicine. 2018;2018:9301247.