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In Review; Advanced Nutrition Programme Skin Moisture Lock

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Advanced Nutrition Programme Skin Moisture Lock

A glowing, hydrated complexion provides the perfect canvas for party season make-up, but seasonal changes can leave skin feeling the polar opposite. Skin’s Natural Moisturising Factors and ceramide levels decrease, partly due to the effects of all that cosy central heating. As if this wasn’t bad enough, we have wind-burned lips to contend with, which are less than ideal for showing off bold party season lipstick.

As the skin changes from season to season, it is always important to regularly re-evaluate homecare routines. Advanced Nutrition Programme Skin Moisture Lock is a good starting point to get your skin festive season ready.

Skin Moisture Lock combines hyaluronic acid with gluten-free wheat ceramides to help hydrate the skin from the inside out.

Hyaluronic acid – which is found in the dermal layers of the skin – helps to lock, hold and bind moisture for a dewy, radiant complexion.

Meanwhile the wheat ceramides waterproof the skin, which helps to prevent trans – epidermal water loss.

For an extra anti-ageing hydrating boost to see you through the festive season, combine them with Skin Omegas+.

In Review; Advanced Nutrition Programme Skin Moisture Lock

Gatineau Aquamemory Hydration Collection – Review

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We at Beauty Fresh thought we’d better give you some inspiration and review the Gatineau Aquamemory Hydration Collection.

The anti-ageing experts at Gatineau have compiled the perfect gift set comprising of three lovely products.

The first product is the Gatineau Aquamemory Moisture Replenish Cream Gel. This Gatineau moisturiser is perfect for night time use. It’s almost a mousse-like texture that allows it to glide on to skin and spread evenly over your face and neck. As with all Gatineau products it smells delightful and feels so luxurious.

With its hydrating, nourishing and restorative properties, it’s the perfect product to cure any skin worries.

The second product in this gorgeous collection is the Gatineau Aquamemory High Hydration Cream Mask. For those of you that are not aware, a hydration mask is essentially a thick moisturiser which you can either wash off after ten minutes or leave on all night. It’s best used at night so you won’t have to worry about your makeup sliding off, but equally you can apply a thin layer during the daytime for a light layer of hydration.

The best thing about hydrating masks is that you can apply them as often as you like.

Unlike moisturisers they absorb quickly, so as soon as your first layer has absorbed, you can keep applying more to build up the hydration intensity. After a few days use, dry and flaky winter skin becomes completely non-existent.

The third and final product is the Gatineau Aquamemory Moisture Replenish Eye Roll-on. This thin, fast-absorbing product is easy to apply and provides the perfect amount of hydration for under-eye skin.

You can apply the product twice a day, once in the morning pre-makeup application and once at night before bed.

The cooling formula penetrates skin almost instantly, meaning your skin won’t feel heavy and clogged. Use daily for bright eyes as well as reduced dark circles and puffiness.

Gatineau Aquamemory Hydration Collection — Shop Online @Beauty Fresh UK

Gatineau Aquamemory Hydration Collection – Review

Posted: November 11, 2019

We at Beauty Fresh thought we’d better give you some inspiration and review the Gatineau Aquamemory Hydration Collection. The anti-ageing experts at Gatineau have compiled the perfect gift set comprising of three lovely products. The first product is the Gatineau Aquamemory Moisture Replenish Cream Gel. This Gatineau moisturiser is perfect for night time use. It’s […]

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It’s time to hydrate your skin, the right way!

Posted: March 21, 2019

Gatineau Defilift 3D Body Oil 200ml & Body Brush A beauty go-to for centuries, the properties of ‘oils’ have been used as both healing ailments as well as to nourish and condition the hair, skin and nails. And if this winter you are feeling that you constantly pile on the body lotion but your skin […]

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Gatineau Winter Skin Cocoon Collection

Posted: January 15, 2019

Gatineau Winter Skin Cocoon Collection Apply the Peeling Expert Anti-ageing Gommage 2-3 times a week to a cleansed face. Massage in to the skin in circular motions and watch it buff away dead skin cells and impurities from the epidermis. Alternatively leave to set for 20 minutes and use as an intensive peel-off mask. Blended […]

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GRACE – Statement-making Legwear Styles by Wolford

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GRACE statement-making Legwear styles by Wolford

Discover what happens when expertise, talent and imagination all come to the forefront and create magic. The result is show-stopping legwear named Grace.

Cast once again, Wolford’s signature opaque-transparent knitting technique and the lately introduced Baily Leggings taking centre stage with seductive lacing.

Bold and daring like Grace Jones or Grace Kelly it’s an homage to amazing women playing their roles and becoming their stories with strength, passion and vibrancy.

So, create your own iconic look with incredible comfort and ease.

Happy Gut = Healthy Skin

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Do you want beautiful, healthy skin and to support a normal, healthy gut?

What we put on our skin on the outside is massively important as the wrong creams and lotions can wreak havoc and leave the skin feeling and looking very compromised.

However, rebalancing the skin from the inside is going to reach cells that is impossible for topical skincare to reach. Also, our skin portrays our general health and if we are eating badly then our skin will represent that on the outside, acting like a mirror. We have an internal Eco System.

One of Beauty Fresh’s favourite supplements that we recommend for EVERYONE is Advanced Nutrition Programme Skin Youth Biome.

ANP Skin Youth Biome is a nutritional supplement which supports normal, healthy gut flora and healthy, youthful looking skin. Skin Youth Biome is beneficial for all skin types.

This supplement has a unique combination of good bacteria specifically developed to target skin by working from the inside out.

It has full scientific studies into the strains of bacteria and has been formulated from 5 billion active cultures.

Youth Biome combines four unique probiotics with antioxidant-rich vitamin C to help balance intestinal flora, improve skin hydration and support a supple, more youthful complexion. Skin Youth Biome uses advanced microcapsulation technology to help live cultures survive stomach acid and pass through the intestine to release where they are needed most. WOW!

So, what will this do for our skin?

Independent research and studies showed significant improvement in hydration, wrinkle depth and skin integrity, whilst there were also small improvements in smoothness and elasticity.

Our bodies Microbiome (economic system of bacteria) can have a huge impact on our well-being. Microbiome has become hot in the skin industry of late as we are all discovering new ways of keeping young. If our microbiome isn’t functioning properly then this can lead to several issues such as: Immune System disorders, inflammation, fatigue, moodiness, inflammation, issues with metabolism as well as skin concerns such as problematic skin and premature ageing.

It all must start from within. Will you be giving Skin Youth Biome a go?

Benefits of Skin Youth Biome:

• Works from the inside out
• Supports the skin’s natural barrier
• Helps reduce fine lines and wrinkles
• Supports gut flora
• Nourishes dry skin
• Boosts collagen formation

Directions: Take one capsule of Skin Youth Biome per day with a meal.

One capsule daily with a meal is recommended. Supplements are more effective if taken with food, especially protein. Each pack contains 60 capsules to be taken daily. Since the daily dose is one a day so that is about 2-month supply.

Commenting on the new launch, Dr Cheryl Clay at Beauty Fresh, says:

“Many people are unaware of the connection between their gut health and skin. The fact is our skin may suffer if our microbiome isn’t healthy. New research has shown that our beneficial bacteria counteracts the intrinsic and extrinsic causes of ageing by reducing inflammation and fighting free radicals. Researchers into the human microbiome have started to identify the different roles that specific strains play in our health. This is why Advanced Nutrition Programme’s hard-working Skin Youth Biome delivers four science-backed strains of live cultures and vitamin C to keep your gut health in check.

Not only does this ingenious complex support gut flora, it also improves your skin’s natural barrier, hydrates dry skin, contributes to normal collagen formation and reduces the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles!

All ingredients are of exceptionally high quality, with full traceability back to their origins and free from artificial flavourings, synthetic colours or genetically modified ingredients. For Skin Youth Biome, we chose four strains that support skin health.”

SKIN HEALTH IS THE ULTIMATE FOUNDATION

PURCHASE YOUR SKIN YOUTH BIOME TODAY FROM BEAUTY FRESH

Hyaluronic Acid… Why is it an Anti-Ageing Hero?

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Which looks younger – dry, dull skin or a hydrated, dewy complexion? The answer, of course, is the latter. We all know how important vitamin A is in reversing the signs of ageing, but it has a companion which takes the effects to a new level: hyaluronic acid.

The chances are your clients will have heard of this super ingredient. Known for its incredible moisture retaining abilities, it’s their skin’s not-so-new best friend. So what exactly is it, and why should you be recommending products that contain this anti-ageing hero?

Take a closer look…

Hyaluronic acid, also known as hyaluron or HA, is part of a group of substances in the skin called glycosaminoglycans (GAGs). Their primary purpose is to maintain collagen and elastin by helping them to retain moisture, and this is what hyaluronic acid does best.

It has a unique capacity to hold an astonishing 1000 times its own weight in water, plumping out the skin and reducing the appearance of wrinkles.

Over 70% of our body is made of water, so keeping moisture levels balanced is key to beautiful skin and general wellbeing.

Plump, youthful skin

Hyaluronic acid is naturally present in many areas of the body including joints, tendons and eyes. Around 50% is found in the skin; it’s the main component in the extracellular matrix that holds cells together to form living tissue.

“Hyaluronic acid has a major structural function to keep the dermis at optimum volume because of its amazing ability to hold water and cushion cells like a protective gel”

says ANP founder Dr Des Fernandes.

“This property has an important shock-absorbing function that protects blood vessels and other structures.”

It works in the space between cells by filling the gaps between the collagen and elastin scaffolding, like mortar between bricks. It also has antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties, so as well as helping to turn back the clock it also has a calming, protective effect.

Restore and Replenish

Although our bodies produce hyaluronic acid naturally, the amount declines as we age so it’s important to replenish by applying it topically and taking it in supplement form. Levels typically start to drop after the age of 40, and you may even have clients over 60 who have none at all. In addition to the intrinsic ageing process, external factors can also deplete levels.

“Hyaluronic acid has a high turnover rate, it only lasts 2-3 days in the skin”

says Dr Fernandes.

“We break down about a third of our hyaluronic acid every day so we can easily fall into a deficit if we expose our skin too much to the sun. UV rays destroy it, this causes a thin skin with poor keratinocyte activity.”

Other external aggressors such as pollution, smoking and alcohol can also degrade hyaluronic acid so it’s important to safeguard levels in order to achieve plump, youthful skin.

Believe the Hype

The anti-ageing effects of hyaluronic acid on skin may seem miraculous, but it’s backed by cold, hard evidence. In fact, there is so much research that a team of scientists undertook a review of the most recent studies and found that it does indeed have impeccable skincare credentials*.

“A thorough analysis revealed that hyaluronic acid based formulations exhibit remarkable anti-wrinkle, anti-nasolabial fold, anti-ageing, space-filling, and face rejuvenating properties”, they stated. “This has been achieved via soft tissue augmentation, improved skin hydration, collagen and elastin stimulation, and face volume restoration. Our critical analysis evidenced that application/administration of hyaluronic acid exhibits outstanding nutri-cosmetic efficacy and thus is warranted to be used as a prime component of cosmetic products.”

Hyaluronic acid is amazing – it’s official.

Size does matter
Topical application is essential, but your clients should be wary – while many brands happily boast about the fact that their product contains hyaluronic acid (sometimes called HA on the ingredients list), they’re less keen to tell you that the molecules are often too big to penetrate the skin. For this reason, it’s important to educate your clients, because hyaluronic acid is available in different molecular weights.

In one study, women aged 30-60 applied a cream containing 0.1% Hyaluronic Acid to the eye area for two months, resulting in significant hydration and elasticity and reduction in wrinkle depth. Crucially, the researchers found that the lower the molecular weight, the better the result.^

Inside out
Taking hyaluronic acid orally has also shown to have huge benefits for skin. In one of many studies, 60 subjects were given 120mg for three months. They all showed significant improvement to wrinkle depth, skin luminosity and suppleness compared to the placebo group.~ Another piece of research confirmed that not only did ingesting it dramatically improve dry skin, it also increased synthesis of the body’s own supply and stimulated cell proliferation in the fibroblasts.¤ Interestingly, a settlement in Japan called Yuzuri Hara has become known as the ‘Village of Long Life’ because over 10% of its inhabitants are aged over 85 (10 times the Western norm).

Most are fit and healthy with amazing skin. Scientists discovered that they eat root vegetables specific to that area which are full of hyaluronic acid, providing further evidence of its incredible youth-boosting properties.

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In addition to replenishing hyaluronic acid levels topically and orally, it’s important to encourage the body to ramp up production. This is where that other anti-ageing hero comes in – Vitamin A. “We constantly need to replace hyaluronic acid and the most effective way to do that is to ensure adequate levels of Vitamin A in the skin”, says Dr Des Fernandes.

“It’s one of the most powerful stimulants for hyaluronic acid production. This is why we say that Vitamin A is a moisturiser and the moisture that your own body makes using Vitamin A is so much better than anything you could apply.”

So next time you see clients concerned about ageing, a tailor-made skincare regime with hyaluronic acid and Vitamin A is your go-to solution.

It might not the fountain of eternal youth, but it’s possibly the closest we’ll get.

In Review; Advanced Nutrition Programme Skin Moisture Lock

Posted: November 12, 2019

Advanced Nutrition Programme Skin Moisture Lock A glowing, hydrated complexion provides the perfect canvas for party season make-up, but seasonal changes can leave skin feeling the polar opposite. Skin’s Natural Moisturising Factors and ceramide levels decrease, partly due to the effects of all that cosy central heating. As if this wasn’t bad enough, we have […]

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Happy Gut = Healthy Skin

Posted: October 22, 2019

Do you want beautiful, healthy skin and to support a normal, healthy gut? What we put on our skin on the outside is massively important as the wrong creams and lotions can wreak havoc and leave the skin feeling and looking very compromised. However, rebalancing the skin from the inside is going to reach cells […]

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Hyaluronic Acid… Why is it an Anti-Ageing Hero?

Posted: October 15, 2019

Which looks younger – dry, dull skin or a hydrated, dewy complexion? The answer, of course, is the latter. We all know how important vitamin A is in reversing the signs of ageing, but it has a companion which takes the effects to a new level: hyaluronic acid. The chances are your clients will have […]

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Daily Defence – A Routine for Autumn & Winter Skin

Posted: October 11, 2019

The hot summer days will soon make way for golden leaves and chilly Autumn breezes. Changes in weather can have a dramatic impact on skin, so now is the time to prepare before winter makes its icy appearance. Daily Defence & Damage Limitation – A Guide to Perfect Skin Sometimes you just can’t win. When […]

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Moisture: A Must for Mature Skin

Posted: October 9, 2019

As we age our cell metabolism begins to slow and the skin’s barrier function weakens. You may notice loss of elasticity and moisture, leading to age-induced dryness and more pronounced wrinkles. Skin Moisture Lock combines hyaluronic acid with gluten-free wheat ceramides to help hydrate dull, lacklustre skin and reduce wrinkle depth while plumping for a […]

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Daily Defence – A Routine for Autumn & Winter Skin

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The hot summer days will soon make way for golden leaves and chilly Autumn breezes. Changes in weather can have a dramatic impact on skin, so now is the time to prepare before winter makes its icy appearance.

Daily Defence & Damage Limitation – A Guide to Perfect Skin

Sometimes you just can’t win. When temperatures take a tumble, our natural instinct is to hunker down with a mug of something warm and comforting, but as the heating dial goes up, skin moisture levels go down.

Equally, the minute we venture outside our skin is assaulted by blasts of wintry air, which can be just as drying.

Luckily help is at hand. Beauty Fresh is here to help keep your skin hydrated and healthy as winter approaches. Even if you can’t quite hang on to your tan, your radiant glow will be the perfect accessory to complement your winter wardrobe.

Damage limitation – Care about Skin Care

Before preparing your skin for the delightful onslaught of central heating, frigid air, freezing cold rain and bone shaking icy blasts, it’s advisable to address any damage you may have sustained over the summer months. Have you spent many a happy moment soaking up the rays on a sun-baked beach? What has all that UV exposure done to your skin? Even people who religiously slather themselves in bucket loads of sun cream may still experience negative effects such as dryness, or reactions to the sunscreen itself if they used one with a high chemical content. Underlying pigmentation issues often rear their heads as summer draws to a close, with brown patches and uneven skintone becoming more obvious.

Beauty Fresh recommends you to tackle these problems with Advanced Nutrition Programme Skincare Ultimate, which contains Pine Bark to reduce uneven skintone.

Fortify your fortress

A key reason for skin becoming dryer in winter is that ceramide levels drop. These make up 50% of the lipid layer in the protective stratum corneum, think of them as part of the mortar that holds skin cells together. They are responsible for ‘waterproofing’ skin by preventing Trans Epidermal Water Loss (TEWL), while creating a fortress to stop external aggressors such as pollutants and bacteria penetrating the lower layers.

Do you live in a busy city? Ceramides are part of their go-to solution for protecting skin from the pore-clogging grit and grime lurking in urban atmospheres.

Unfortunately, just as we need them most – in the throes of harsh, wintry conditions – ceramide levels start to plummet. This is partly down to changes to the skin’s pH and the constant switching from warm to cold environments, so replenishing them topically and orally becomes even more important.

High and Dry

The dryer the air, the dryer the skin. Admittedly, the air might not feel particularly dry when you’re caught in a torrential downpour minus a brolly, but the atmospheric humidity is actually far lower than in the summer months. This, combined with our beloved central heating and even our car heaters, can quickly increase Trans Epidermal Water Loss leading to tight, itchy, cracked skin.

Tackling parched winter complexions calls for two lines of attack: preventing skin from drying out in the first place, and rehydrating it if it does. Beauty Fresh recommends you to take some simple measures at home to ward off the effects of your cosy central heating. Investing in a humidifier or placing bowls of water on top of radiators will help to keep the air moist, while limiting shower time and using warm, rather than hot, water will stop skin drying out so quickly (your hair will thank you too).

When prevention tactics don’t work and skin is doing a good impression of the Sahara, it’s tempting to eschew summer’s lightweight formulations in favour of their heavier, richer cousins.

Step away from the gloop. Environ® founder Dr Des Fernandes warns against smothering skin in excessively rich formulations because it can deplete its Natural Moisturising Factors (NMFs), which means that it starts relying on the excessive ‘artificial’ moisture provided by the creams rather than learning to moisturise itself.

“The balance of NMFs in the skin is upset when people use rich creamy products”, says Dr Des. “People love them and one clue to their surreptitious and nefarious effects comes from when they stop using these creams. They immediately complain of dry skin. What they don’t realise is that the reason their skin becomes dry is not because of the new less-oily product but because their skin is virtually depleted of NMFs and their stratum corneum is incapable of holding in the water.

All because the skin is under the misapprehension that moisture levels are adequate”. Far better to use lighter, vitamin A rich products which normalise the skin’s own moisture production, along with hyaluronic acid and ceramides for an extra anti-ageing hydration boost.

You might be tempted to slough away dull winter skin, but exfoliation can also deplete NMF’s, as well as damaging the protective stratum corneum. The good news is that if you follow a tailor made skincare regime rich in the right ingredients, you won’t need to.

The right kind of protection

It may sound counter intuitive, but protecting skin against the sun is still important after we kiss goodbye to summer. Consumers are becoming increasingly aware of the need to wear sunscreen all year round, but it’s not quite as simple as that. SPFs only protect against UVB rays, which cause burning, and these aren’t actually present in the UK from May to March. Therefore, Beauty Fresh is recommending you to be wearing a sunscreen that offers UVA protection. These rays don’t burn, but they can reach skin even on murky, overcast days and cause free radical damage which may only become apparent years later.

Not all sun creams or foundations offer UVA protection, so be sure to check the label, and don’t forget to reapply throughout the day when possible.

Adding a hefty dose of antioxidants, orally and topically, will provide a second line of defence by neutralising free radicals generated by UV rays and blue light.

Arm your army

When we’re healthy on the inside, it’s reflected in our skin. The opposite is also true, ever noticed your skin looking dull when you’re battling a hideous case of the flu? Making sure your clients are supporting their immune system is key to keeping their post-holiday glow.

Apart from eating a healthy diet full of fruit and vegetables, supplementing with vitamin C and Zinc will give your internal army a boost. Around 80% of the immune system is found in the gut, so probiotics are essential for making sure there’s enough beneficial bacteria to ward off persistent winter bugs. D

on’t forget that the skin itself is an active immune organ, it encounters all manner of toxins and pathogens on a daily basis which it actively fights in order to stop them entering the body.

Making sure it’s properly nourished will help it to do its job.

Daily Defence – A Routine for Autumn & Winter Skin

Posted: October 11, 2019

The hot summer days will soon make way for golden leaves and chilly Autumn breezes. Changes in weather can have a dramatic impact on skin, so now is the time to prepare before winter makes its icy appearance. Daily Defence & Damage Limitation – A Guide to Perfect Skin Sometimes you just can’t win. When […]

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Summer & Dry Skin… Intense Climate Changes

Posted: July 10, 2019

Matis Reponse Jeunesse Climatis is a climatic protective balm suitable for all skin types exposed regularly or seasonally to cold climates and/or intense climate variations. A shield of protection, Climatis helps restore a skin protection barrier to deal with environmental conditions (cold, wind, dryness, bad weather, etc.). Climatis is a fantastic moisturising cream to shield […]

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Matis Reponse Delicate; A comfort blanket for reactive, delicate skin

Posted: March 27, 2019

Redness? Dryness? Irritated skin? Meet the wonder skincare line that was formulated specifically for delicate skins and will offer comfort, protection and an enhanced feeling of well-being to the skin. Start your day with a clean face with our Delicate Cleansing Cream. This gentle make-up remover is rich in softening agents. It leaves the skin […]

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Moisture: A Must for Mature Skin

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As we age our cell metabolism begins to slow and the skin’s barrier function weakens.

You may notice loss of elasticity and moisture, leading to age-induced dryness and more pronounced wrinkles.

Skin Moisture Lock combines hyaluronic acid with gluten-free wheat ceramides to help hydrate dull, lacklustre skin and reduce wrinkle depth while plumping for a more youthful appearance.

Hyaluronic acid plays an important structural function in keeping the dermis at optimal volume and firmness, while the gluten-free wheat ceramides waterproof the skin and help support its protective barrier.

Combine Skin Moisture Lock with Skin Omegas+ to strengthen cell membranes for an even better outcome.

Habits to Make and Habits to Break

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Daily SPF– They say defense is the BEST offense, and this rings true even with skincare!  Protect your skin every day from harmful UV rays that cause damage, skin cancer, wrinkles, and dark spots. By preventing these problems, you’ll save hundreds on retroactive skin repairing treatments.

Avoid Squinting– We love a sunny day, but make sure to wear your sunglasses! Squinting causes premature wrinkles and crows feet.  Avoid crows feet all while upping your outfit game with a stylish pair of frames.

Weekly Microdermabrasion– a weekly microdermabrasion treatment with the Personal Microderm can drastically impact your skin! By removing the top layer of dead, dull skin and triggering the cell turnover process you’ll see a decrease in the appearance of: dark spots, enlarged pores, blemishes, uneven skin tone and texture, and fine lines and wrinkles.

An added benefit? After a Personal Microderm treatment your skincare products can penetrate up to 20x deeper and be more effective!

Tech Neck– Endless Instagram scrolling and email checking is causing lines in our necks. Since we aren’t likely to drop our phone habits any time soon, it’s easy to pick up the Personal Microderm and do a microdermabrasion treatment on your neck once a week!

Don’t ignore your décolleté– Yes, chest wrinkles are a thing and you can combat them with the Personal Microderm. Our chests are prone to wrinkles because they’re often forgotten when we are applying skincare, and they get  burned in the beautiful summer months spent in bathing suits. Use the Personal Microderm once a week to minimize the appearance of these fine lines and wrinkles.

Pillowcase Hygiene- Take care of the place you put your head down every night! Wash your pillowcases every week. This protects your skin from bacteria and oils left behind by your

Pro tip: Use a silk pillowcase, they’re gentle on both your skin and hair!

Stop sleeping in your makeup– While we’re talking about that precious beauty sleep, here’s your reminder to take your makeup off before bed! Not only do you want to avoid getting the day’s bacteria on your pillow, but it’s important to cleanse and nourish the skin at night. Plus, you don’t want to clog your pores with heavy foundation while you sleep.

Beauty Sleep– Yes, it’s true! Getting a good night’s sleep can drastically impact your skin. The body goes into repair mode at night, bringing forth blood flow and increasing collagen while we catch those precious zzz’s. Get 7-9 hours of shut eye per night and let your body get to work on wrinkle repair!

 

Wash your hands-You come in contact with millions of bacteria every day between subways, uber, the gym, and shopping carts. Then we touch our face, spreading the bacteria and just asking for breakouts! Wash your hands throughout the day so that when you do touch your face, you can stress less!

Wipe down your phone DAILY– (or even more than once a day) to save your skin from bacteria it gathers throughout the day. We’re all constantly on our phones-whether it’s texting, online shopping, or reading this blog… But between touching doors, shaking hands, and filling your gas tank- you come in contact with bacteria that is harmful to your skin and can cause pesky breakouts. Take 30 seconds and wipe down your phone with a disinfectant and save yourself from an impending blemish .

Makeup Brush Upkeep– Wash your makeup brushes weekly! Not only will this prevent the spreading of bacteria, but it’ll help your makeup application appear smoother and less streaky.

Cleanse your skin– Give your skin a DEEP clean 1-2 times daily with the PMD Clean. The PMD Clean uses SonicGlow Technology that vibrates at 7,000 times per minute which deeply breaks down dirt and debris from within your pores. How you cleanse your skin is important, but so is what you’re cleansing it with! That’s why we suggest the Soothing Antioxidant Cleanser that we’ve packed with key ingredients such as hydrapeptides, papain, gentle surfactants, and neroli oil. Together these ingredients will remove the skin’s impurities, soothe the skin, and reduce the appearance of redness, irritation and inflammation!

Don’t Pick-Yes we know pimple popping and messing with your pores can be oddly satisfying, but it is SO bad for your skin! Not only does it cause redness, irritation, and possible hyper-pigermentation, but picking your blemishes also allows bacteria to get deep into the pores.

Stay Moisturized– Hydrated skin is happy skin!  Keeping your skin moisturized reduces the risk of blemishes and wrinkles. Nourish your skin twice a day with our Anti-Aging Recovery Moisturizer that is designed to increase vital hydration, even out skin tone skin and texture while reducing the appearance of dark spots.

Drink Some Aqua– Our bodies are primarily made of water and all of our cells require it for proper function. So getting those 8 glasses a day is the KEY to keeping your body hydrated and your skin glowing!

Pro Tip: Avoid straws– even the stainless steel kind! Save the turtles and avoid lip wrinkles at the same time.

Anti Ageing Hero – Ceramides & Skin Care

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ANTI-AGEING HEROES – CERAMIDES

In this Anti-Ageing Heroes article, we turn our attention to ceramides. They’re often touted as a “wonder ingredient’ in skincare formulations, but what’s the truth that lies behind the hype?

So what are Ceramides?

Ceramides are a type of lipid (fat) and a major component of the stratum corneum. Like hyaluronic acid, they are present in the spaces between skin cells and are part of the “glue” that holds them together. Their main anti-ageing benefit is that they provide a waterproof protective barrier and prevent Trans Epidermal Water Loss (TEWL), maintaining skin hydration levels while keeping bacteria and pollutants out – vital for clients living in urban areas.

Ceramides and hyaluronic acid are perfect companions: the former helps to maintain lipid levels while the latter attracts water and holds it in the skin. Combine them, and you’ve got an anti-ageing powerhouse.

GOING, GOING, GONE

Like hyaluronic acid – and most other beneficial skin components – ceramide levels deplete as we age. External factors such as UV radiation, pollution, poor diet and even the winter months can also sap the supply, so it’s important to replenish them.

Without adequate levels, the skin’s protective barrier becomes compromised, leaving it more susceptible to damage.

As if this wasn’t bad enough, low ceramide levels make signs of ageing more prominent – those wrinkles look so much worse when skin is dehydrated.

RENEW AND REPLENISH

Although there are many creams on the market that contain ceramides, it’s more effective to provide skin with the tools to make its own. “Vitamin A has a normalising effect and helps to create healthy keratinocyte cells which are involved in the synthesis of ceramides. When a healthy keratinocyte travels up through the layers of the skin and reaches the stratum corneum, it releases lipids as it dies, which maintain the barrier function. If this barrier is damaged it won’t do this as effectively, which is why Vitamin A – topically and orally – is essential”.

SCIENTIFIC BREAKTHROUGH

You may already know that ceramides can be applied topically, but you may not be aware of incredible results that can be achieved by consuming them in supplement form.

Oral ceramides used to be made from animal sources, but in recent years scientists turned their attention to plant-based versions, known as phyto-ceramides. A major scientific breakthrough occurred when a gluten-free, wheat-derived phyto-ceramide was discovered. Several studies showed that in hydrated skin and restored its youthful structure after the protective barrier function had been impaired, and further research showed that it reduced the levels of free radicals in the skin and inhibited elastase, an enzyme that destroys elastin. These results indicate that the ingested phyto-ceramides were transported to the lower layers of the skin via the bloodstream and then made their way up to the surface to restore barrier function, just as Mother Nature intended.

SKIN MOISTURE LOCK: A GAME-CHANGING NEW LAUNCH

The transformative power of ceramides and hyaluronic acid is the inspiration behind Advanced Nutrition Programme Skin Moisture Lock, a patent pending anti-ageing supplement which launched this month and is now available at Beauty Fresh. The evidence behind the two key components of Skin Moisture Lock is extremely compelling. Clinical research on the hyaluronic acid element demonstrated a 19% improvement in wrinkle depth and 11% increase in hydration. It’s fast acting too, blood levels of hyaluronic acid were raised after just seven days of use, wrinkle depth improved by 19% and hydration improved by 11%. A study on the ceramides component of Skin Moisture Lock showed that facial hydration was significantly improved after 4 weeks, crow’s feet were reduced after 8 weeks and collagen increased by a staggering 48%. Skin roughness and radiance were also significantly improved compared to placebo group.

“THE RESULTS WE ACHIEVED WHEN WE COMBINED HYALURONIC ACID AND CERAMIDES WERE TRULY GAME CHANGING”

Lorraine Perretta, llaa head of Nutrition

“Although the efficiency of each individual ingredients is remarkable, the results we achieved when we combined them were truly game-changing” she adds. “Each new launch from the Advanced Nutrition Programme has to be rigorously tested before we release it to the market. When we tested Skin Moisture Lock in our purpose-built Skin Health Research Centre we saw that this unique combination of ceramides and hyaluronic acid achieved astonishing results”

Our pilot study has shown that Skin Moisture Lock

• Increased hydration by 64%
• Improved wrinkle depth by 28%
• Improved skin integrity by 20%
• Improved skin smoothness by 20%

PERFECT PARTNERS

You may wonder what the difference is between Skin Moisture Lock and Skin Omegas+. The answer is that they compliment each other perfectly. Skin Moisture Lock works in the spaces between the cells to protect skin, keeping it supple and hydrated, while Skin Omegas+ work on the cell itself, strengthening the lipid membrane and helping it to retain moisture. A combination of both will achieve the best anti-ageing outcome.

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Posted: October 22, 2019

Do you want beautiful, healthy skin and to support a normal, healthy gut? What we put on our skin on the outside is massively important as the wrong creams and lotions can wreak havoc and leave the skin feeling and looking very compromised. However, rebalancing the skin from the inside is going to reach cells […]

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Anti Ageing Hero – Ceramides & Skin Care

Posted: September 9, 2019

ANTI-AGEING HEROES – CERAMIDES In this Anti-Ageing Heroes article, we turn our attention to ceramides. They’re often touted as a “wonder ingredient’ in skincare formulations, but what’s the truth that lies behind the hype? So what are Ceramides? Ceramides are a type of lipid (fat) and a major component of the stratum corneum. Like hyaluronic […]

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Welcome Spring with a fresh, balanced skin

Posted: March 11, 2019

Spring is finally around the corner so it’s time to prepare our skin for these first rays of sunshine. Matis Reponse Pureté is a line of 6 products created to help combined to oily skin-types regain their radiance and purity. The active ingredients present in the line treat large pores, improve dull complexion and correct […]

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Top 5 Best Hydrating Face Primers – 2019

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A face primer has longed become a staple in our make-up bags. And for good reason! Skincare and makeup work together to create a flawless canvas.

Primers have the power to transform your skin whilst keeping your makeup in place and looking perfect all day long.

What Does A Primer Do?
A face primer goes underneath your makeup to help your makeup stay in place and give your complexion an even skin tone, glow-boost and extra skin benefits. You can also use a primer on top of your makeup to give your skin an instant pick-me-up during the day.

Why You Should Use A Primer
If you want to achieve a smoother, radiant complexion, then a primer is a must-have in your makeup bag. Depending on the type of primer, you can get many different skincare benefits as well as making your makeup glow. As a hybrid between skincare and makeup, it is the perfect powerhouse to keep your skin looking flawless.

Benefits of a Primer
A face primer has skincare benefits as well as being an essential makeup product.

This makes it the perfect start to your makeup routine that can treat and transform your skin!

Top 5 Face Primers for Sale this 2019

To help you find your glow-inducing, moisturising primer, Beauty Fresh have curated a list of our favourite primers to ensure your base looks perfect all day long.

1. Guerlain L’Or Radiance Concentrate with Pure Gold (30ml) £45.99

An embellishing make-up base sprinkled with pure 24-carat gold flakes. The complexion is beautified. It glows with divine and unfailing radiance. Skin is smooth, supple and satiny, ready for perfect, enhanced and long-lasting make-up.

Application: Take a small amount of gel on the back of your hand and gently apply to your face, working outwards to even out creases and smooth lines. Wait a few seconds before applying foundation.

The secret of absolute radiance: mix a few drops of fluid foundation and Guerlain L’Or in the palm of your hand for an incredibly light texture.

2. Guerlain Meteorites Skin-Perfecting Base (30ml) £34.99

A skin-perfecting and anti-dullness make-up base.

Application: Meteorites Base is the first step in your make-up routine and should be applied in the morning after your usual skincare, alone or as a base for makeup. For an optimized application take a small amount of the product and warm it between your fingers to melt the pearls.

3. Matis Teint Hyalu Liss Primer (15ml) £24.99

Hyalu Liss Primer contains hyaluronic filling technology along with smoothing micro-powders. It’s the perfect combination for a softening effect, guaranteeing a smoothened, uniform skin texture without imperfections.

Application: To be used on the entire face or on a targeted area to smoothen out imperfections. It is applied on its own, after your normal treatment cream or as a primer before foundation.

4. Jane Iredale Smooth Affair Facial Primer & Brightener (50ml) £32.99

For nourished and smoother skin. Make-up goes on more easily and lasts longer. The light, fresh fragrance is uplifting. Jane Iredale Smooth Affair Facial Primer & Brightener has anti-ageing properties that even skin tone, minimise the appearance of pores and increase luminosity.

Application: Use Smooth Affair as a primer before your make-up application and after you wash your face at night for healthy, radiant, moisturised skin.

Also available for oily skin: Jane Iredale Smooth Affair Facial Primer & Brightener for Oily Skin (50ml) £32.99

5. bareMinerals Combo Control Milky Face (30ml) £23.99

Formulated to delicately balance combination skin, bareMinerals Combo Control Milky Face Primer uses smart hydration to equalise skin creating a more even canvas for better foundation adhesion and longer wear. The lightweight milk to powder texture smooths skin and minimises the appearance of pores, while oil controlling agents tackle your T-zone to keep skin looking and feeling fresh.

Shop Skincare & Make-up Primers online @BeautyFresh – or – read more posts about skincare below.

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A face primer has longed become a staple in our make-up bags. And for good reason! Skincare and makeup work together to create a flawless canvas. Primers have the power to transform your skin whilst keeping your makeup in place and looking perfect all day long. What Does A Primer Do? A face primer goes […]

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Summer & Dry Skin… Intense Climate Changes

Posted: July 10, 2019

Matis Reponse Jeunesse Climatis is a climatic protective balm suitable for all skin types exposed regularly or seasonally to cold climates and/or intense climate variations. A shield of protection, Climatis helps restore a skin protection barrier to deal with environmental conditions (cold, wind, dryness, bad weather, etc.). Climatis is a fantastic moisturising cream to shield […]

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Summer 2019 Holiday & Travel ‘Mini’ Essentials

Posted: July 5, 2019

So who’s excited that summer is FINALLY here? We know there were a few lovely days in May, but now it’s July, it’s actually summer! Which of course means our skin goes into meltdown at the change of seasons, sun, heat, make-up getting sticky, sweating more, air conditioning, chlorine filled swimming pools and effects of […]

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Summer Hydration: Crystal Clear Revitalising Tonic

Posted: July 2, 2019

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Vitamin C. The Skincare Super-Ingredient

Posted: June 27, 2019

Doctors recommend maintaining a healthy balanced diet in order to get our daily dose of Vitamin C (65 to 90 mg per day) that will help support our immune system and overall health. But recently, the spotlight has been on the increasing popularity of the use of Vitamin C in skincare products. What makes Vitamin […]

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