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OPRAH BEAUTY O-WARD 2022 WINNER "BEST FACE OIL"
OPRAH BEAUTY O-WARD 2022 WINNER – BEST FACE OIL
"One of the best facial moisturizers from around the world."
"Potent formula with all sorts of replenishing goodness (including hydroxytyrosol, a particularly powerful antioxidant derived from olive trees)."
"Less is often more."
"One of the most promising independent beauty brands to watch."
"Unrivalled olive antioxidants obtained by the means of science."
"Products rich in Hydroxytyrosol, one of the most powerful antioxidant boosters."
"A soothing, moisturizing oil that leaves skin glowing—not slick."
"The hottest news in sunscreens."
"Plant-based, lightweight, non-greasy facial oil, and a gentle, ultra-hydrating lotion."
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Skin care is preservation, like a healthy eating pattern and exercise. Our mission is to blur the unnecessary border between health and beauty.
Our formulations are damage defenders that help the skin stay and act healthy for longer.
We believe that by removing stressors and using fewer, but efficacious ingredients, we can return to skin balance – the root of good skin health.
Our products support your skin’s barrier using gentle ingredients formulated at a suitable pH.
Often our skin problems stem from overtreatment or misuse. We believe in products with correct and effective ingredients and consistent gestures.
Our technologically advanced face oils are converted with Enzymes, producing skin-compatible free fatty acids which nourish the skin and support the skin barrier.
(HT)
( L-Ascorbic acid )
Stable2
Unstable
Survives
in highly oxidizing
environments2
Easily oxidized
pH 5-5.5
formulated at the ideal
skin pH level
Acidic pH level
to
slow down oxidation
Interacts well
with other Actives
Irritating
Can be irritating with
retinol and chemical
exfoliants
Recharges vit C1
n/a
1 E. Lopez-Huertas, J. Fonolla, Hydroxytyrosol supplementation increases vitamin C levels in vivo. A human volunteer trial, Redox Biol 11, 384-389, 2017
2 Avola R et al. Hydroxytyrosol from olive fruits prevents blue-light-induced damage in human keratinocytes and fibroblasts J Cell Physiol, 2019
To semi-slug, apply 2-8 drops of Antioxidant Boost Facial Oil as the last step in your night routine to seal-in actives, hydration, and nutrients. So easy and so clean – none of the usual next morning linen mess and clogged pores of traditional slugging.
Let the Hydroxytyrosol olive antioxidants and free fatty acids restore your skin while you sleep and wake to glowing skin!
Also great for nail semi-Slugging.
According to EU regulations:
– Cosmetics have the main purpose of cleaning, perfuming, changing the appearance, protecting, keeping in good condition or correcting body odors.
– Medicinal Products and Non-Prescription Medicines (called OTC – Over-the-Counter in US) are used to treat or prevent disease, and correct or modify physiological functions by exerting a pharmacological, immunological or metabolic action.
There may be differences between countries on the definitions and purposes of cosmetics and drugs: some products (e.g. sunscreens, antiperspirants) are classified as cosmetics in EU, but are classified as OTC products in USA.
Cosmetic products can help with cleansing, protecting, and maintaining the skin in the best possible condition. You can take care of your skin using appropriate cosmetics for your skin type.
Dermatologists can treat medical (e.g. acne, eczema, psoriasis, rosacea) and aesthetic conditions (e.g. medical fillers, laser resurfacing).
Our skin is composed of layers, from outside to inside:
– An outermost thin layer (epidermis) protects from outside aggressors and maintains hydration of internal tissues. It is constantly renewing and regenerating (it is on average a 28 day cycle, cycle time progressively increases with age).
– Below the epidermis lies a thick layer (dermis) containing many structural elements (e.g. fibroblasts, collagen, elastin, etc.) that gives our skin strength and elasticity.
– Finally, below the dermis lies the deepest layer (hypodermis) made of tissue, fat, and blood vessels. It provides structural support for the skin, protects the muscles beneath and supports thermoregulation.
Skin is an active organ. Its most important function is to form a barrier between the human organism and the external environment. This function is crucial for terrestrial life.
Skin has a network of different barriers:
Skin barrier’s main functions:
The skin barrier can be damaged by cutaneous irritants (allergens, pollutants, harsh products or bad skincare habits e.g. over-exfoliating or unprotected UV exposure), environmental conditions (e.g. temperature, humidity, wind), aging/hormonal changes, stress and genetics (e.g. psoriasis, atopic dermatitis).
An impaired skin barrier is characterized by tightness, itchiness, inflammation, dry or flaky aspect, inflamed/sensitive areas, adverse reaction to commonly used products, changes in texture (e.g. thin, rough skin).
Physiological skin pH varies in the range 4.5-5.9 (slightly acidic) and it can be affected by:
Skin acid mantle is important for a healthy skin:
Acid mantle’s disruption may lead to increase sensitivity that can cause irritation, dryness, flakiness, tight sensation.
During aging the skin is subjected to structural changes:
Epidermis:
Dermis:
The rate of the intrinsic (chronological) aging is a natural process genetically determined and is influenced by the degenerative effects of free radicals and the decreased ability to repair the damage. Extrinsic aging is a non-genetic accelerated process due to environmental stressors (e.g. UV, pollution, smoking), able to amplify natural aging resulting in prematurely aged skin.
Everyone has a skin type, but not everyone has a skin condition. Skin type (e.g. oily, combination, dry, normal) is mostly predetermined by genetics and it can evolve with age, can be managed by a proper daily skincare routine (e.g. choosing a rich or light moisturizer depending on your skin type)
Skin condition (e.g. acne, hyper/hypo pigmentation, dehydration, sensitive, aging) is:
Identifying your skin type is important for you to know how to treat it.
Wash your face with a mild cleanser or just water. Gently pat dry with a towel and wait 1 h without applying anything on your face. Notice how your skin looks and how you feel it (e.g. smiling).
There is no such thing as a perfect skin in real life (blemishes, dark spots, breakouts are normal). The main purpose is to have a healthy skin, that is, maintaining the skin barrier and prevent chronic skin conditions. Consistency is the key and changes need time. Keep it simple, so that you can do it every day.
INCI is the International Nomenclature for Cosmetic Ingredients, a globally accepted standard used to identify cosmetic ingredients on the label. The majority of the terms contained in this code is in English, while we find in Latin those referring to botanical names (e.g. Olea europaea (Olive) fruit oil. INCI lists simplify the identification of substances to which you may be allergic.
According to EU and US regulations the list must be provided in descending order of weight of the ingredients. Ingredients in concentrations of less than 1 % may be listed in any order after those in concentrations of more than 1 %.
Each ingredient has a purpose:
Key ingredients, also known as actives (e.g. ceramides, salicylic acid, retinol, hyaluronic acid, etc.)
Functional ingredients (e.g. emollients, thickening agents, emulsifiers, preservatives, etc.)
Less ingredients mean:
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