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A Leading Organic, French, Skincare Brand – Phyts

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A lot more people are now more concerned about the ingredients that are found in their skin care products and swapping the harsh ingredients for plant-based ones. It is very clear why anyone would want to change their products when seeing a chemical-based ingredient on the packaging. The vitamins featured in plant-based skin care products are vital to maintaining the health of your skin, these active ingredients also work to restore and strengthen kin cells by combatting free radicals, whilst doing this they also support cell repair ad help decrease signs of ageing.

What if I told you there was a skincare company that is set on creating natural, organic skin and body care products to help not only your skin, but the environment around us? Well, there is, and it is called Phyt’s, this company will be celebrating its 49th anniversary in 2021. The brand started in 1972, when Jean Paul Llopart, a Naturopath and Biologist and Rosanne Verle, a Beautician brought their dreams to reality. From the onset, Phyt’s was born to be a skin and body care range made entirely with natural ingredients and without the use of preservatives.


Phyt’s is a pioneer in organic skin care and uses the highest quality, sustainable, raw materials. The brand is certified COSMEBIO by QUALITE FRANCE. These quality standards guarantee natural cosmetics which only contain ingredients from organic and sustainable farms, with complete traceability od all the cosmetic raw materials and their manufacturing process. The COSMEBIO label is designed to protect both the consumers wellbeing and to promote environmental sustainability at every stage of the manufacturing process.

Phyt’s products are defined as Bio-Active skincare. Bio-Active means that aside for the absence of chemicals and pollutants used in the raw ingredients such as: pesticides, chemical fertilisers, GMO, parabens, which over time can accumulate in the body.

The products contain a significant amount of active ingredients, which generate unbelievable results you can feel and see.

The need to innovate packaging came from the necessity to protect the formulations from bacterial contaminants and the external environment. Phyt’s introduced single use packaging in the form of disposable glass ampoules. In the 1990’s, Phyt’s turned to multi layered polyfoil tubes, a perfect environmentally friendly alternative to plastic, a waterproof material that protects all creams from external contaminants.

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Stressed Out?

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Look Inwards

Stressed lives make for stressed skin. For those seeking solutions, thinking small – very, very small – could alleviate all manner of skin concerns, and it all starts with the intertwined relationship between the skin, the brain and the beneficial bacteria of the gut.

Feeling stressed? With the January blues, festive-fallout and the global pandemic continuing to cause chaos, 2021 is kicking off under a potent cloud of concerns. As worries swirl, counteracting the impact of stress on the skin and the body is becoming a key priority for many.

According to the Office for National Statistics in November 2002 over 75% of adults in the UK felt worries about the effect of the coronavirus pandemic, with over 50% reporting feeling of anxiety or stress.

Anecdotal and scientific evidence has long-linked skin-concerns to increasingly stressful lifestyles and to periods of unique stress. Clients dealing with break-outs, problem skin and sull, sallow or tired complexions may often blame stress as a trigger.

A developing area of skin research suggests that one of the causes of these stress complaints can be traced he body’s internal microbiome. This is the amalgamation of all micro-organisms – including bacteria, fungi and viruses – that live in synergy with the human body. Alongside factors such as antibiotic use and poor diet, stress can disrupt the balance of bacteria in the gut, which negatively impacts the skin.

As skin care professionals treating stressed and problem skin, targeted support of the gut microbiome is a powerful tool: balancing the internal environment to support skin health.

The Advanced Nutrition Programme’s newly launched Skin Clear Biome blends four skin-friendly bacterial strains together with zinc: targeting the gut to skin connection. Formulated for problem skin, it works to balance the internal biome, combating stressed and compromised complexions.

Thinking Holistically

Emerging evidence showing the intertwined workings of the brain, skin and gut links together two commonly accepted adages for skin health: good skin starts from the inside and excessive stress can cause skin problems.

The nuances of the relationship are subject to ongoing study, but mounting research confirms a close physiological connection: responses in the brain trigger changes in the gut, and if the gut falls out of balance, so can the skin.

“The gut-brain-skin axis suggests a mechanism that links gastrointestinal health, [influenced by interactions with oral probiotics], to the health and well-being of the skin,” International Journal of Women’s Dermatology.

As understanding of the axis evolves, innovative methods of enhancing skin health via the gut are emerging. Using probiotics and beneficial bacteria supplements has been demonstrated to have a significant, positive impact on skin health.

Stress Out

A study published in the Journal of Physiological Pharmacology noted that the body’s stress signals have a powerful impact on the intestinal microbiome. Stress signals from the brain trigger the release of neurotransmitters and proinflammatory cytokines: signalling molecules causing inflammation. These molecules can ‘profoundly affect the gastrointestinal physiology’, leading to imbalanced internal flora and an increased likelihood of intestinal permeability. When intestinal permeability is compromised, toxins and other substances seep out of the gut and into the bloodstream, this can trigger skin problems.

Concerns such as break-outs inflammation and excess sebum production have all been attributed to the gut’s physiological response to stress, and imbalances in gut bacteria – known as dysbiosis – have also been found in those suffering conditions such as acne and rosacea.

A Balancing Act

With their nourishing properties for the gut, probiotic and beneficial bacteria supplements, have soared in popularity with wellness focused shoppers. A report from market research agency Meticulous Research in August 2020 noted a 100% increase in Google searches for probiotics during the lockdown in March 2020 with 43% of probiotic takers supplementing for immunity and 17% for skin health.

As clients become aware of the additional potential of probiotics and bacteria supplements to support skin health and stressed skin, their popularity looks set to soar even further.

The Advanced Nutrition Programme’s Skin Youth Biome and newly launched Skin Clear Biome, are sophisticated solutions to add into a client’s regime to assist both the gut and the skin. In addition to bacterial strains beneficial to the maintenance of a healthy gut flora, these innovative formulations contain skin-specific strains shown to have a notable impact on skin concerns. Skin Clear Biome also contains bacteria shown to help alleviate the signs of stress on the gut.

Bacteria For Breakouts

Lorraine Perretta, Advanced Nutrition Programme’s Head of Nutrition, explains that impressive results in testing of Skin Youth Biome inspired the development of the new Skin Clear Biome formulations, designed to target stressed and problem skin.

She explains that balancing from the inside out was the cornerstone of the new formulation: “During the development of Skin Clear Biome, we analysed strains of bacteria that appeared to be playing a role not only in digestive health but also stress, immunity and problem skin” she says. “additionally, we added zinc to this unique mix to further augment its impact on skin”.

The supplement synergises four strains of skin-friendly bacteria with zinc to promote skin. The four bacterial strains: S.boulardii, B.bifidum, L.helveticus and L.paracasei, were selected for their researched abilities to target the causes of problem skin. The strains have been shown to decrease sebum production, regulate inflammation, assist with healing and maintain immunity.

Perretta notes that trials at the IIAA Skin Health Research Centre have yielded exciting results. “Participants in our testing are reporting significant improvement both to their skin and to their confidence,” she says. Testers reported fewer breakouts, decreased oiliness and faster healing, and our skin analysis displayed:

42% reductions in forehead sebum

32% reduction in nose sebum

28% in chin sebum

A Capsule Wardrobe

For clients with problem skin and stressed complexions, Skin Clear Biome’s balancing bacterial matric is a potent first step. The profound impact stress has on the gut can slow down or hinder the absorption of nutrients, therefore, restoring nutrient levels becomes a necessity. As a result, clients will benefit from incorporating skin specific nutrients into their routines.

Combining Skin Clear Biome with Skin Accumax, award-winning skin supplement for problem skin, is a potent option for those suffering with problem skin. Adding the benefits of Vitamins A, C and E which support skin health and clarity to Skin Clear Biome’s beneficial bacterial matrix.

Skin Vit C is another smart addition for those suffering from severe stress. When the body is stressed, it triggers the fight or flight response in the adrenal gland, which uses a lot of vitamin C. Replenishing vitamin C can help brighten stress-dulled skin, and provide additional support with its antioxidant and immune supporting properties.

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+.

Advanced Nutrition Programme Skin Ultimate
“anti ageing facial in supplement form”

Skin Collagen Plus

Introducing New Skin Clear Biome

Wellbeing and Immunity Support

A Moment in the Sun: Sun Protection Factors

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

What is a Serum?

Posted: January 15, 2021

Serums are skin care products that are designed to deliver high concentrations of specific active ingredients to the skin. Most often, serums are clear, gel-based or liquid, and they tend to be less thick than a moisturizer. They’re typically applied before moisturizers to help lock in key ingredients. A serum is able to hydrate more […]

THE IMPORTANCE OF EXFOLIATION!

Posted: September 28, 2020

The world of exfoliators can feel a little complicated, yet it is without doubt the best thing you can do for your skin to get that radiant and glowing complexion. Polishing away dead skin cells delivers a deep-down cleanse, restores a smooth and less wrinkled canvas, re-texturises uneven skin tone and decreases pore size. In our […]

Boosting calmness through luxury skincare

Posted: March 26, 2020

You may think that skincare is only skin deep but there is a shift beyond products that are designed to purely hydrate and smooth and luxury skincare which focus both on the health of the skin and the well-being of the mind. The skin is the largest and most exposed organ of the body and […]

INSIDE DEFILIFT 3D™

Posted: March 12, 2020

INSIDE DEFILIFT 3D™ We’re all familiar with the saying “Life begins at 40”… well so does the fight for anti-ageing!! The first thing to understand is…  “YOUR FORTIES…… What is happening to your skin”? The most common complaints from clients in their 40s is the slackening of the skin. Loss of definition, especially around the eyes […]

INSIDE AQUAMEMORY

Posted: March 4, 2020

Dehydration is one of the main causes of unhealthy and prematurely ageing skin, and with so many external factors effecting the hydration of the skin, is it any wonder that a very high percentage of us have some form of dehydration – some of us without even knowing it! Firstly, it’s important to distinguish between […]

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

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.

Bring radiance and youthfulness back to the eye contour

Posted: May 12, 2020

Bring radiance and youthfulness back to the eye contour with MATIS. GLOBAL-EYES: EYE GLOBAL REPAIRING TREATMENT (15ml) As its name indicates, this universal treatment will act on all the eye contour’s problems. It fights against wrinkles, puffiness, dark circles and sagging all at once. It is mainly intended for people over 35, but can be […]

Boosting calmness through luxury skincare

Posted: March 26, 2020

You may think that skincare is only skin deep but there is a shift beyond products that are designed to purely hydrate and smooth and luxury skincare which focus both on the health of the skin and the well-being of the mind. The skin is the largest and most exposed organ of the body and […]

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 […]

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 […]

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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Combat Sun Damaged Skin with Vitamin A

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Reverse and Rewind… How to combat sun damaged skin with Vitamin A

As with most things in life, prevention is better than cure. Sun damage is no exception, but what should you do when it’s too late? Have you spent numerous summers happily soaking up the rays with scant regard for UV protection, but what was once a golden tan has now morphed into leathery, pigmented and prematurely aged skin?

Reversing the damage can be a challenge, but you have a powerful weapon in your arsenal: Vitamin A.

‘I believe that sun damage is a disease that can be treated’, says Dr Des Fernandes, Environ founder. ‘It’s caused by a deficiency in vitamin A’. Given its extraordinary skin benefits, it’s no surprise that this vital nutrient has powerful, proven anti-ageing properties.

Vitamin A ‘normalises skin’. Admittedly, this doesn’t sound particularly exciting, but what does Beauty Fresh mean by ‘normal’ skin. It’s smooth. It’s even-toned. It’s hydrated and luminous. It shows no sign of premature ageing. Doesn’t sound quite so boring now, does it?

Vitamin A’s normalising abilities are particularly important when it comes to sun damage because there is often a lot to reverse.

Do you suffer with pigmentation marks, excessive wrinkling and a course, thickened skin?

These symptoms can manifest themselves decades after UV ray exposure, so even if you have shunned the sun and religiously slathered yourselves in sunscreen for the past ten years, your skin may tell a different story if you were less careful in your youth.

Thickened Skin
Course, leathery skin is the hallmark of sun damage. Think Donatella Versace. Photo damaged skin has a thickened stratum corneum (often referred to as the horny layer) and thinner epidermis, healthy skin has the opposite. When we’re constantly exposed to UV rays the skin tried to protect itself by thickening the horny later, resulting in a rough texture that absorbs light rather than reflecting it, making it look dull – the polar opposite of a dewy, radiant complexion that so many clients aspire to.

If you look at sun damaged skin under a microscope, the cells on the epidermis are loose, there are gaps where the collagen has been broken down, compromising its elasticity and ability to retain moisture.

Healthy skin has a thinner horny layer with ‘compacted’ cells, which means they are tightly packed together. Vitamin A has been shown to play a significant role in influencing the genes that cause epidermal stem cells to grow into fully functioning keratinocytes and mature into healthy layers of the epidermis. It increases the growth of the basal layer which is why the epidermis becomes thicker and therefore more tolerant to damaging environmental effects. Its has also been shown to compact the cells on the horny layer, helping to reverse UV damage.

Collagen Breakdown
In addition to thickening the epidermis and thinning an excessively thickened horny layer, Vitamin A also promotes collagen formation by supporting the fibroblast cells which make this essential protein. Our collagen production slows down significantly as we age, so compounding the problem with UV exposure spells disaster – goodbye plump, youthful skin, hello premature sagging and wrinkles. Applying vitamin A topically and taking it orally gives your body the building blocks it needs to make new collagen, resulting in a firmer, younger looking complexion and fewer lines. Vitamin C is also important for collagen formation, lightening and brightening the complexion.

Pigmentation Problems
Solar lentigines more commonly known as sun spots or liver spots, are another tell tale sign of too much sun and not enough protection. They occur because UV radiation damages the keratinocyte cells. These make up 90% of the epidermis and have several functions during their life cycle, one of which is communicating with melanocytes which are responsible for melanin production. When they are damaged, this communication is disrupted, resulting in either too much melanin being produced (hyperpigmentation) or too little (hypopigmentation). Vitamin A normalises this process by protecting skin from UV damage repairing rh DNA of the keratinocytes which stops it ‘telling’ the melanocytes to make more melanin and reducing the activity of tyrosinase which is ultimately turned into melanin.

Some people wonder why pigmentation marks can’t be removed with exfoliation. The reasons for this are complex, but in essence melanocytes transfer melanin to the keratinocytes in the lower layers, which then carry it up to the surface of the skin. However, if the melanocyte’s DNA is damaged by UV exposure it will keep ‘giving’ the keratinocytes too much melanin. This cycle will continue until it’s been normalised with vitamin A.

Vitamin A is fundamentally the most important molecule in addressing sun damage and anti-ageing. There is simply nothing else like it!

Visit Beauty Fresh for your Advanced Nutrition Programme Vitamin A >>>

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]