{"product_id":"restorative-methylene-blue-face-cream","title":"Restorative Methylene Blue Face Cream","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Alpinia Labs Restorative Methylene Blue Face Cream \u003cbr\u003eis a premium daily face cream formulated with USP-grade \u003cbr\u003emethylene blue, rare Arctic cloudberry seed oil, \u003cbr\u003eolive-derived squalane, edelweiss extract,\u003cbr\u003eNordic barley extract, niacinamide, rosehip oil, shea \u003cbr\u003ebutter, gluconolactone, helichrysum, and glycerin. \u003cbr\u003eNo synthetic fragrance. No parabens. Handcrafted in \u003cbr\u003eCape Coral, Florida.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a topical skincare product. It is not intended \u003cbr\u003eto diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease or \u003cbr\u003emedical condition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTHE USP-GRADE STANDARD\u003cbr\u003eMost methylene blue skincare products use cosmetic \u003cbr\u003eor laboratory-grade active ingredients — which allow \u003cbr\u003efor a wider range of impurities than pharmaceutical \u003cbr\u003especification. This face cream uses USP-grade \u003cbr\u003emethylene blue — the same United States Pharmacopeia \u003cbr\u003epurity specification as the Alpinia blu capsule range. \u003cbr\u003eNot cosmetic grade. Not laboratory grade. \u003cbr\u003ePharmaceutical purity specification applied to a \u003cbr\u003edaily face cream. The standard we apply to what goes \u003cbr\u003ein your body also applies to what goes on it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEvery product in the Alpinia blu range — capsules, \u003cbr\u003esoaps, body lotion, face cream — uses USP-grade \u003cbr\u003emethylene blue. One standard applied consistently \u003cbr\u003eacross the entire range. Not a different grade for \u003cbr\u003etopical products because \"it's just skincare.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTHE NORDIC BOTANICAL COMPLEX\u003cbr\u003eThe botanical base of this formula is built around \u003cbr\u003eingredients sourced from Arctic and sub-Arctic growing \u003cbr\u003eenvironments — where extreme seasonal conditions \u003cbr\u003eproduce plant oils and extracts with exceptionally \u003cbr\u003econcentrated fatty acid and phytonutrient profiles \u003cbr\u003ecompared to their temperate-climate equivalents.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCloudberry Seed Oil — Rubus Chamaemorus Seed Oil: \u003cbr\u003eCold-pressed from cloudberries growing wild in Arctic \u003cbr\u003eNordic conditions. One of the highest omega-3 to \u003cbr\u003eomega-6 ratios of any plant-source oil in cosmetic \u003cbr\u003eformulation. Naturally high in vitamin E. One of the \u003cbr\u003erarest botanical oils used in premium skincare \u003cbr\u003eglobally — not found in standard formulations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNordic Barley — Hordeum Vulgare Extract: \u003cbr\u003eBeta-glucan-rich Nordic barley extract. Beta-glucans \u003cbr\u003eare large polysaccharide molecules well-studied for \u003cbr\u003etheir moisture-film forming properties on the \u003cbr\u003eskin surface.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEdelweiss Extract — Leontopodium Nivale Extract: \u003cbr\u003eFrom the iconic Alpine flower known for surviving \u003cbr\u003eextreme UV exposure at altitude. High in leontopodic \u003cbr\u003eacid — a naturally occurring bisabolane sesquiterpene \u003cbr\u003eassociated with the plant's resilience at altitude. \u003cbr\u003eA prestigious botanical with documented cosmetic \u003cbr\u003eactivity in premium European skincare.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRosehip Oil — Rosa Canina Fruit Oil: \u003cbr\u003eCold-pressed rosehip seed oil. High in linoleic acid \u003cbr\u003eand trans-retinoic acid. A well-studied skincare \u003cbr\u003ebotanical with an extensive body of peer-reviewed \u003cbr\u003eresearch on its fatty acid composition and skin \u003cbr\u003ecompatibility.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTHE KEY ACTIVES\u003cbr\u003eSqualane — Squalane (Olea Europaea): \u003cbr\u003eOlive-derived squalane. Lightweight and \u003cbr\u003enon-comedogenic with a molecular structure closely \u003cbr\u003ecompatible with the skin's natural sebum. Absorbs \u003cbr\u003ereadily without leaving a heavy or greasy residue. \u003cbr\u003eSuitable for all skin types including oily and \u003cbr\u003esensitive.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGluconolactone — Gluconolactone: \u003cbr\u003eA polyhydroxy acid (PHA). A gentler alternative to \u003cbr\u003eAHAs with a larger molecular size that makes it less \u003cbr\u003elikely to penetrate deeply and cause sensitivity. \u003cbr\u003eFunctions as a mild exfoliant and humectant.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHelichrysum — Helichrysum Italicum Extract: \u003cbr\u003eHelichrysum italicum — also known as immortelle. \u003cbr\u003eA botanical extract with flavonoid content and a \u003cbr\u003ehistory of use in premium European skincare \u003cbr\u003eformulations for its skin-conditioning properties.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFORMULA HIGHLIGHTS\u003cbr\u003eUSP-grade methylene blue — same as capsule range\u003cbr\u003eArctic cloudberry seed oil — rare Nordic botanical\u003cbr\u003eOlive-derived squalane — non-comedogenic base\u003cbr\u003eEdelweiss extract — Alpine botanical\u003cbr\u003eSea buckthorn — coastal Nordic extract\u003cbr\u003eNordic barley — beta-glucan rich\u003cbr\u003eNiacinamide — Vitamin B3\u003cbr\u003eRosehip oil — cold-pressed\u003cbr\u003eShea butter — skin-conditioning\u003cbr\u003eGluconolactone — PHA exfoliant\u003cbr\u003eHelichrysum — immortelle botanical\u003cbr\u003eNo synthetic fragrance\u003cbr\u003eNo parabens\u003cbr\u003eNo phthalates\u003cbr\u003eNo mineral oil\u003cbr\u003eNo artificial colours\u003cbr\u003eHandcrafted in Cape Coral, Florida\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHOW TO USE\u003cbr\u003eApply to freshly cleansed skin morning and evening.\u003cbr\u003eDispense a pearl-sized amount — approximately half \u003cbr\u003ea centimetre in diameter. Warm between fingertips \u003cbr\u003eand press gently into skin using upward and outward \u003cbr\u003emotions. Press rather than rub. Allow to absorb \u003cbr\u003efully — approximately 60 seconds — before applying any other product.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEVENING: Apply as the final step in your evening \u003cbr\u003eskincare routine after any water-based serums.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLAYER ORDER (MORNING)\u003cbr\u003eCleanser → Toner or serum (optional) → \u003cbr\u003eThis cream \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLAYER ORDER (EVENING)\u003cbr\u003eCleanser → Toner or serum (optional) → \u003cbr\u003eThis cream\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFULL INGREDIENTS (INCI)\u003cbr\u003eWater (Aqua), Squalane (Olea Europaea), Cetearyl \u003cbr\u003eAlcohol, Polyacrylate-60, Shea Butter \u003cbr\u003e(Butyrospermum Parkii), Rosehip Oil (Rosa Canina \u003cbr\u003eFruit Oil), Cloudberry Seed Oil (Rubus Chamaemorus \u003cbr\u003eSeed Oil), Sea Buckthorn Extract (Hippophae \u003cbr\u003eRhamnoides Extract), Gluconolactone, Calcium \u003cbr\u003eGluconate, Nordic Barley Extract (Hordeum Vulgare \u003cbr\u003eExtract), Glycerin, Caprylic\/Capric Triglycerides, \u003cbr\u003eNiacinamide, Helichrysum Extract (Helichrysum \u003cbr\u003eItalicum Extract), Glycol (Propylene Glycol), \u003cbr\u003eUSP Methylene Blue (Methylene Blue)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo synthetic fragrance · No parabens · \u003cbr\u003eNo phthalates · No mineral oil · \u003cbr\u003eNo artificial colours\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eALSO IN THE METHYLENE BLUE RANGE\u003cbr\u003eAlpinia blu MB Capsules — USP-grade methylene blue, \u003cbr\u003ethird-party tested every batch, QR code on every \u003cbr\u003ebottle. Available in 8mg, 12.5mg, 15.5mg, and 20mg.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBlü Sea Moss Tallow Soap Bar — USP-grade MB, \u003cbr\u003egolden wildcrafted sea moss from St. Lucia, \u003cbr\u003egrass-fed beef tallow. Face and body.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMB Body Lotion — USP-grade methylene blue body \u003cbr\u003elotion. Same ingredient standard applied to \u003cbr\u003edaily body care.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHandcrafted by Alpinia Labs · \u003cbr\u003eCape Coral, FL 33909 · alpinialabs.com\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e⚠ This product is a topical skincare product. It \u003cbr\u003eis not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent \u003cbr\u003eany disease or medical condition. Consult a qualified \u003cbr\u003ehealthcare professional before use if you have a \u003cbr\u003eknown skin condition. Discontinue use if irritation \u003cbr\u003eoccurs. Keep out of reach of children. Apply SPF \u003cbr\u003e30 or higher every morning when using this product.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!----\u003e","brand":"AlpiniåLabs","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48511846973695,"sku":"sku-49646482391355","price":99.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0814\/9139\/4815\/files\/ALP_FACECREAM.png?v=1778637227","url":"https:\/\/www.petulascornergeneralstore.com\/products\/restorative-methylene-blue-face-cream","provider":"Petulas corner General Store","version":"1.0","type":"link"}