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The Importance of a Healthy Skin Barrier
The skin barrier is the outermost layer of our skin known as the epidermis / stratum corneum. It is a protective envelope and our first line of defense to prevent transepidermal water loss (TEWL) and protect against toxins and external aggressors that can damage our skin and cause infections and inflammation. It's as simple as the skin on fruits and vegetables, once it's damaged bacteria and toxins can enter and potentially harm the inside of the fruit. A Compromised Skin Barrier Can Cause - Dryness, flaking, dehydration- Redness, sensitivity - Dull complexion- Breakouts and inflammation Choosing Products to Protect the Skin...
INGREDIENT SPOTLIGHT: Niacinamide
Niacinamide is the ultimate multi-tasker, there are so many benefits; calms acne, anti-aging protection, skin brightening, what’s not to love!? Acne Acts as a power antioxidant and anti-inflammatory to soothe and heal breakouts while also helping regulate acne-causing oil. Aging Increases the levels of ceramides and fatty acids to help reduce the appearance of fine lines and improve skin texture. Additionally, ceramides also help the skins barrier function to help with dehydration and enhance collagen health. Skin Brightening Protects against oxidative stress to help guard against pigmentation while also suppressing melanin from reaching the surface of the skin to improve...
Products To Help Treat Eczema
Eczema is an overreaction of the immune system resulting in inflammation that causes itchiness, dry skin and scaly patches of skin. Keeping skin hydrated & moisturized is key to managing flare-ups. Rose Foaming Cream Cleanser Thoroughly cleanses, leaving skin soft and hydrated. Saccharide Isomerate helps reduce transepidermal water loss. Vitamin B-5 Hydrating Serum Stabilizing and increasing internal hydration will help with surface dryness. Vitamin B is a great humectant and is also healing and soothing. Hyaluronic Acid increases internal hydration and improves skin barrier function. Saccharide Isomerate helps reduce transepidermal water loss. Pure Squalane A non-comedogenic, lightweight oil that absorbs quickly to help repair...
Summer Skin
Hello Summer! Keep your skin protected, hydrated and glowing this summer. 15% Vitamin C Serum- This product does it all, brightens complexion, promotes & repairs collagen, protects from free radical damage and inflammation. MOO Water Bottle - Hydration, hydration, hydration, need we say more? Antioxidant Moisturizer - A sheer, lightweight moisturizer perfect for the warmer summer days complete with notes of citrus and bergamot. Tinted Broad Spectrum SPF 30 - We know you already wear SPF everyday, even when it's not summer. But did you know this product is a great multi-tasker? It also provides sheer coverage and can be...
Products To Treat Acne
Introducing The NEW Blemish Control Cleanser NEW - Blemish Control Cleanser - A vital step in controlling acne is keep skin clean and clear of excess oil that can clog pores. This NEW concentrated gel cleanser has 2% Salicylic Acid to help clear pores and breakup excess sebum. It also contains Niacinamide which helps soothe and heal inflammation and strengthen skin barrier. 15% Vitamin C Serum - Acne is an inflammatory condition that can be exacerbated by environmental stressors. Vitamin C is powerful anti-inflammatory to help soothe and heal breakouts as well as protect skin from external oxidative stress. It will also help brighten PIH(post inflammatory...