Herbal Complex — 9-herb complex
The brand's flagship complex: chamomile, lemon balm, peppermint, sage, lavender, witch hazel, rosemary, thyme, oregano. Soothing, antibacterial, sebostatic action. Present in cleanser, toner, peels, masks, and serum.
BIOPHYTO Professional Handbook
Professional handbook
BIO PHYTO
Balance to Perfection — a botanical herbal therapy combining Herbal Complex 9 herbs with modern complexes for oily, problematic, couperose, and balancing-requiring skin.
CHRISTINA — It just works
For whom: oily, combination, seborrheic, acne-prone, couperose, sensitive skin — regardless of age. Problem: excessive sebum production, imperfections, redness, imbalance. Distinguishing feature: Herbal Complex of 9 herbs (chamomile, lemon balm, mint, sage, lavender, witch hazel, rosemary, thyme, oregano) — botanical therapy without excessive drying. Ideal salon: sebum regulation + inflammation calming + barrier strengthening.
BIO PHYTO line philosophy
BIO PHYTO is Christina's flagship botanical line, combining carefully selected plant extracts from 9 herbs with innovative active complexes. It is a complete therapy that restores balance without excessive drying — the most common mistake in oily skin care.
At the heart of the line is Herbal Complex — a synergy that works on irritation, seborrhea, and hypersensitivity. The second pillar is the Calendula + Aloe Vera + Centella Asiatica complex — soothing, regenerating, supporting healing.
The line DOES NOT contain: SLS, parabens, silicones, mineral oils, artificial dyes, EDTA. This is a "clean beauty" philosophy with a strong clinical profile — botanicals chosen for effectiveness, not marketing.
Sebum regulation
Botanical actives that normalize sebaceous glands — without secondary drying.
Inflammation calming
Centella, allantoin, bisabolol — redness reduction, PIH prevention.
Antibacterial properties
Tea tree, thyme, oregano — limitation of C. acnes.
Barrier strengthening
Aloe vera, ceramides, hyaluronic acid — rebuilding skin immunity.
Who is the BIO PHYTO line for
- Oily and seborrheic skin with excessive shine and enlarged pores.
- Acne-prone skin — blackheads, papules, pustules (mild and moderate acne).
- Combination skin with different needs in different zones.
- Couperose and red skin — selection of a soothing protocol (Anti-Rougeurs).
- Sensitive, reactive skin — botanicals have the best tolerance profile.
- Adolescents with active acne (from 14 years of age).
- Mature skin with hormonal or post-inflammatory acne.
- Clients preferring natural formulations without aggressive synthetic actives.
Key ingredients and herbal complexes
The line is based on precisely composed botanicals with documented action and a synergistic profile.
Tea Tree Oil
Natural antiseptic — inhibits the growth of C. acnes, reduces papular and pustular inflammation.
Calendula Officinalis
Healing, soothing, anti-inflammatory. Supports regeneration of micro-damage and re-epithelialization — crucial for active lesions.
Centella Asiatica
Asiaticoside, Asiatic acid, and madecassic acid — stimulate type I collagen synthesis, support microcirculation, calm inflammation. Crucial for acne scars.
Salicylic Acid (BHA)
Lipophilic acid penetrating pores, reduces blackheads, normalizes sebum secretion. In Herbal Peel Forte and Suppling Gel.
Niacinamide (Vit B3)
Regulates sebum, reduces hyperpigmentation, strengthens the barrier. Safe for couperose skin.
Zaatar (Cretan marjoram)
Traditional Mediterranean remedy — strong antibacterial, antiseptic, anti-inflammatory. Carvacrol and thymol as active phenols.
Zinc PCA
Zinc in organic form — sebostatic, antibacterial, regenerating. Ingredient in Zaatar Cream.
Witch Hazel (Hamamelis virginiana)
Astringent, pore-tightening, sebum-regulating.
Aloe Vera + Hyaluronic Acid
Hydration + barrier strengthening + accelerated healing.
Professional treatment protocol
A full BIO PHYTO treatment lasts 60–90 minutes. The cosmetologist selects steps depending on the skin type. Cycle: 4–8 treatments every 1–2 weeks.
- STEP 1 — Mild Facial Cleanser Gentle cleansing milk — makeup removal and delicate cleansing even for the most sensitive skin. Time: 3 min · pH 5.5
- STEP 2 — Refreshing Toner Refreshing toner — rebalances pH, oxygenates, restores comfort. Herbs, witch hazel, menthol. Time: 1 min
- STEP 3 — Suppling Gel Gel that softens blackheads and prepares the skin for peeling. Salicylic acid, allantoin. Time: 5 min
- STEP 4A/4B — Herbal Peel or Herbal Peel Forte 4A: delicate, couperose skin (2.5% AHA + Herbal Complex). 4B: oily, acne-prone skin (8% AHA + 2% BHA). Time: 3–10 min · neutralization with Corrector
- STEP 5 — Comforting Massage Cream Massage for 10–15 min to improve microcirculation. Rich, smooth texture. Time: 10–15 min
- STEP 6 — targeted mask (6A/6B/6C/6D) 6A Seb-Adjustor (oily), 6B Zaatar (acne-prone), 6C Anti-Rougeurs (couperose), 6D Revitalizing (tired). Time: 10–15 min
- STEP 7 — Alluring Serum Stabilized Vitamin C + niacinamide + hyaluronic acid. Brightens, reduces post-inflammatory spots. Apply with massage
- STEP 8 — Zaatar Cream or Ultimate Defense SPF 20 Day cream with UV protection + Zinc PCA + Niacinamide. SPF 20 mineral
Clinical tip: for active acne, start with shorter peeling sessions (2–3 min), extend in subsequent treatments. After the first treatment, monitor reaction for 48 h. SPF 30+ mandatory daily.
Professional products (salon)
Professional sizes — fully compatible with the treatment protocol described above.
Mild Facial Cleanser (step 1)BIO PHYTO — salon
Refreshing Toner (step 2)BIO PHYTO — salon
Suppling Gel (step 3)BIO PHYTO — salon
Herbal Peel (step 4a)BIO PHYTO — salon
Herbal Peel Forte (step 4b)BIO PHYTO — salon
Spot Corrector (step 4+)BIO PHYTO — salon
Comforting Massage Cream (step 5)BIO PHYTO — salon
Seb-Adjustor Mask (step 6a)BIO PHYTO — salon
Zaatar Mask (step 6b)BIO PHYTO — salon
Anti-Rougeurs Mask (step 6c)BIO PHYTO — salon
Revitalizing Mask (step 6d)BIO PHYTO — salon
Alluring Serum (step 7)BIO PHYTO — salon
Zaatar Cream (step 8a)BIO PHYTO — salon
Ultimate Defense Day Cream SPF 20 (step 8b)BIO PHYTO — salon
Ultimate Defense Tinted Day Cream SPF 20 (step 8b)BIO PHYTO — salon
Enlightening Eye and Neck Cream (step 9)BIO PHYTO — salon
Home care products
Home sizes — designed to maintain and enhance the effects of salon treatments.
Mild Facial CleanserBIO PHYTO — home care
Refreshing TonerBIO PHYTO — home care
Absolute Detox SerumBIO PHYTO — home care
Alluring SerumBIO PHYTO — home care
Herbal Complex PeelingBIO PHYTO — home care
Balancing CreamBIO PHYTO — home care
Zaatar CreamBIO PHYTO — home care
Normalizing Night CreamBIO PHYTO — home care
Ultimate Defense Day Cream SPF 20BIO PHYTO — home care
Ultimate Defense Tinted Day Cream SPF 20BIO PHYTO — home care
Anti-Rougeurs MaskBIO PHYTO — home care
Zaatar MaskBIO PHYTO — home care
Revitalizing MaskBIO PHYTO — home care
Seb-Adjustor MaskBIO PHYTO — home care
Enlightening Eye & Neck CreamBIO PHYTO — home care
Home care routine — morning and evening
Morning Routine (AM)
- Cleansing — Mild Facial Cleanser
- Toner — Refreshing Toner
- Serum — Alluring Serum (Vitamin C)
- Day Cream — Balancing Cream or Zaatar Cream
- SPF — Ultimate Defense Day Cream SPF 20 (or Tinted for coverage)
Evening Routine (PM)
- Makeup Removal — Mild Facial Cleanser
- Toner — Refreshing Toner
- Serum — Absolute Detox Serum (2× weekly) or Alluring Serum
- Night Cream — Normalizing Night Cream
- Eye Cream — Enlightening Eye & Neck Cream
- Mask 1–2× weekly — Seb-Adjustor / Zaatar / Anti-Rougeurs / Revitalizing
Most frequently asked questions from cosmetologists
Is BIO PHYTO suitable for teenagers with acne?
Yes — from 14 years of age. Protocol choice: Mild Cleanser + Refreshing Toner + Suppling Gel + Zaatar Cream. Avoid strong peels for teenagers.
Can I combine Herbal Peel with oral isotretinoin?
NO — absolute contraindication. Also 6 months after treatment completion — skin after isotretinoin is extremely delicate.
How to choose between 4A and 4B?
4A (Herbal Peel) — delicate, couperose, sensitive skin, first peel in the cycle. 4B (Forte) — oily, seborrheic, acne-prone skin with well-tolerated acids.
Can Zaatar be irritating?
Carvacrol and thymol are strong — Zaatar Cream/Mask may cause slight burning on very sensitive skin. Perform a 48-hour patch test before the first treatment.
When are the effects of the cycle visible?
First improvements (less sebum, fewer inflammatory lesions) after 2–3 treatments. Full effect after 6–10 weeks + consistent home care.
Can the line dry out the skin?
No — this is its key differentiator. Botanicals regulate sebum without over-drying the barrier. If the client reports tightness, add Normalizing Night Cream.
Contraindications
- Active oral isotretinoin therapy and 6 months after its completion.
- Acute inflammatory conditions (herpes, fungal, bacterial infections), open wounds, fresh scars.
- Contact allergies to Herbal Complex herbs — 48-hour test is mandatory.
- Recently performed energy-based treatments (laser, IPL, RF) — minimum 14 days break.
- Rosacea in active exacerbation phase.
- Atopic dermatitis (AD) in exacerbation phase.
- Pregnancy and breastfeeding — avoid retinol and strong peels. Safe: Mild Cleanser, Aloe Vera, Calendula, Refreshing Toner.
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Educational material from Christina Cosmetics Poland / TOP Cosmetics Europe Sp. z o.o. The information is general in nature and does not replace individual consultation with a certified cosmetologist or dermatologist.