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Hyaluronic Acid: how it works and why our serum has a real cosmetic effect

Hyaluronic acid is a molecule that plays a crucial role in keeping our skin hydrated and elastic. This substance is naturally produced in soft tissues and is essential for attracting and retaining water in the skin.

However, when it comes to topical applications in cosmetics, the molecular size of hyaluronic acid can be a limiting factor. The molecule is too large to penetrate deeply into the skin, often resulting in a sticky feeling on the surface. This happens because the molecule remains on the surface and cannot reach the deeper layers where it is most needed.

To address this issue, scientists have developed low molecular weight (LMW) hyaluronic acid through the hydrolysis of the entire molecule. This process breaks the molecule into smaller fragments, making it more easily absorbable by the skin.

Low molecular weight hyaluronic acid can penetrate deeper into the skin, where it can hydrate, brighten, and smooth it.

Some may wonder if there are any concerns about using LMW hyaluronic acid since it doesn’t utilize the entire molecule. It’s important to note that the body has the necessary enzymes to use it effectively, as it is a naturally occurring molecule.

In conclusion, using LMW hyaluronic acid in skincare products can provide more significant benefits compared to formulations with high molecular weight hyaluronic acid.

By choosing products that contain LMW hyaluronic acid, you can ensure your skin receives the deep hydration and nourishment it needs to remain healthy and radiant.

What makes our formula highly effective is its simplicity. You’ll notice that the ingredient list is very short, with hydrolyzed hyaluronic acid among the top three ative ingredients, indicating the maximum concentration possible. Our serum is dense yet not sticky, absorbs quickly, and provides a real cosmetic effect. It can be applied to lips, around the eyes, and on the neck, leaving the skin looking radiant and healthy.

INGREDIENT LIST: aqua (water), glycerin, phytic acid, benzyl alcohol, dehydroacetic acid , hydrolized hyaluronic acid, sodium hyaluronate, sodium hydroxide

We recommend applying it 5 to 10 minutes before a rich and nourishing cream like IMMUNO 6, or a gentle under-makeup cream like BIOCREMA eye contour.

Sara Calcagno
Biotechnologist

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SKINCARE ROUTINE for ALIPIDIC SKIN

BEAUTY AND SKIN CARE TREATMENT FOR DRY AND ROUGH SKIN

Avoid harsh cosmetics: prolonged use of aggressive, poor quality, or alcohol-based cosmetics can deplete the skin’s hydro-lipid film, thereby promoting dryness of the skin. Even frequent washing can negatively affect the skin’s hydration levels. (1)

CLEANSING: This is why it is important to use gentle cleansers like ULTRA-GENTLE CREAM BIODETERGENT first. Its formula, composed of only three ingredients, makes it an extremely gentle product that does not alter the hydro-lipid barrier. In addition, thanks to its creamy texture, only a small amount with little water is enough to deeply cleanse the skin without foaming. These characteristics also make it an excellent makeup remover to use as an alternative to micellar waters, which often tend to dry out the skin.

SERUM: The LA BARRIERA DEL TEMPO facial serum already has an explanatory name: the synergy of Ceramides, Hyaluronic Acid, Coenzyme Q10, and Resveratrol restores integrity to the hydro-lipid layer, thus creating a barrier capable of counteracting the signs of time and skin aging.

CREAM: For the evening, we recommend the IMMUNO 6 facial cream based on Argan Oil, Hyaluronic Acid, Resveratrol, Rhodiola Rosea, Coenzyme Q-10, Pomegranate, and Ginkgo Biloba. The active ingredients, due to their high concentration and synergistic action, fight and reduce the formation of free radicals that cause skin cell aging. In addition, they exert a marked antioxidant action and stimulate cellular renewal and microcirculation, giving dull and opaque skin a new radiance.

In the presence of expression lines in the morning, use VITALITY cream: its formula based on Macadamia Oil, high and low molecular weight Hyaluronic Acid, Acetyltetrapeptide 9, and Carnosine gives the skin a plump and nourished appearance.

And for the body? After showering, do not forget to apply products based on Shea Butter such as SUPERNOURISHING SHEA BUTTER CREAM with Vit. E, olive oil, and Fomblin, excellent for giving the skin a “barrier effect”. Alternatively, VEGETABLE OILS such as ARGAN and ALMOND are also excellent, as they deeply nourish and being “oily” themselves, they reconstitute the lipidic part of the skin. A tip? Apply them to damp skin to promote absorption!

by CHIARA DUILIO
BIOLOGIST

REFERENCES

  1. https://www.my-personaltrainer.it/bellezza/pelle-secca.html
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Cutaneous hyperpigmentation

Cutaneous hyperpigmentation

is a skin condition characterized by the presence of more or less extensive dark spots or areas. Usually, these spots are due to abnormal and excessive melanin production (hyperpigmentation), which can occur for various reasons, primarily exposure to UV rays. Other causes can be skin injuries, the presence of acne, and hormonal imbalances.

Depending on the causes, cutaneous hyperpigmentation is divided into two types:

Diffuse: spots are associated with vitamin deficiencies, metabolic causes, autoimmune diseases, or some medications. In this case, it is recommended to consult a dermatologist as it is essential to accurately document physical conditions, timing, onset, symptom duration, and other details.

Localized: refers to post-inflammatory spots, such as post-acne spots, melasma, or age spots. In this case, cosmetic treatments can be used; if this is not enough, consult a dermatologist.

Let’s now take a closer look at localized spots:

MELASMA: also known as hormonal hyperpigmentation, is caused by high levels of estrogen, to the extent that it appears especially during hormone therapy, pregnancy, or contraceptive treatment (e.g., birth control pill). This condition is exacerbated by sun exposure, especially if you expose yourself to the sun without sun protection.

AGE SPOTS: also known as photoaging spots, are caused by overexposure to the sun, which triggers an overproduction of melanin. In addition to exposure to UV rays, there is exposure to pollutants, dust, and gas: a mix favorable to free radicals that unleash their oxidizing action and lead to premature photoaging.

POST-INFLAMMATORY SPOTS: caused by acquired hypermelanosis that occurs following an inflammatory response or skin injury. The most common example is represented by post-acne spots. These spots worsen significantly if not protected with sunscreen.

As we have said, for this type of spots, in some cases, a cosmetic treatment may be sufficient. Therefore, it is necessary to adopt proper skincare using specific products for hyperpigmentation, without forgetting the essential steps for the general well-being of the skin. Do not underestimate the importance of cleansing and the needs of different skin types depending on age, nutrition, and hydration.

Let’s now see what are the useful and specific cosmetic active ingredients for the treatment of localized spots:

EXFOLIATING ACIDS: salicylic acid and glycolic acid are the most common. Their exfoliating action depends not only on the ability to stimulate the physiological turnover of epidermal cells but also on helping the skin to get rid of dead cells from the most superficial layers, leaving room for new ones. The “strength” of the peeling depends on the concentration of exfoliating acids: it is not so much age that determines when and how that particular acid should be used but the “condition” of the skin. For this reason, before using these acids, it is necessary to seek advice from a dermatologist to avoid irritations and the risk of photosensitization.

NIACINAMIDE: counters spots because it can inhibit the transfer of melanin pigments from the basal layer, where melanin forms, to the stratum corneum, the most superficial layer of the skin. It also protects against aging because it promotes collagen synthesis and has an antioxidant action. It can be used morning and evening.
We can find Niacinamide in IMMUNO 6 CREAM: a concentrate of antioxidant, nourishing, and anti-aging active ingredients, which makes this cream a complete product that evens, hydrates, and nourishes the skin simultaneously. Its rich texture makes it an excellent night cream, and in the case of very dry skin, also a day cream.
RETINOL: In addition to stimulating collagen production, it also stimulates deep cell turnover. This latter action should not be confused with exfoliation! Once absorbed by the skin, retinol communicates to skin cells to produce new ones, without exerting an exfoliating action.

The only caution: retinol is photosensitizing, so it should only be applied to the skin in the evening. The morning after use, remember to always use a sunscreen with an SPF of 30 or higher.

We find it in LA NOTTE DI ANGELICA: the combination of Retinol, Vitamin C and Vitamin E reduces oxidative stress that the skin undergoes due to both aging and external factors. As we mentioned, the presence of retinol makes it suitable for exclusive nighttime use.

VITAMIN C: This substance is very common in the cosmetic world, as it has both lightening and anti-aging properties. Its lightening power is based on its ability to inhibit the activity of tyrosinase, the enzyme involved in the synthesis of melanin, whose production is thus reduced. Its anti-aging action, on the other hand, depends on the fact that it stimulates collagen production and is also an effective preventative against free radical damage that causes cellular aging.

For an intensive vitamin C treatment, combining a serum and a cream based on this active ingredient is optimal, such as the LIGHTENING VITAMIN SERUM and JEUNESSE NIGHT&DAY CREAM: the serum acts in the deeper layers of the skin, the cream on the superficial layer. Both products have a marked lightening and anti-aging action and can be used both day and night.

ROSE HIP OIL: for those with very dry skin who prefer to use oils rather than creams, this vegetable oil is a valid alternative to lighten not only spots, but also scars and stretch marks. The ROSE HIP OIL STICK is 100% natural and cold-pressed, and thanks to its 10ml roll-on stick version, it is very practical to apply to the face or hands. For larger areas, we recommend the 100ml ROSE HIP OIL.

And then an ESSENTIAL product when it comes to skin spots: BIO SUN CREAM SPF 50+. For those with hyperpigmentation, this product should be part of their daily skincare routine, even on winter sunny days. In the morning, after applying moisturizer, simply apply a thin layer for prolonged protection. In addition to shielding existing spots, it prevents the appearance of new spots, but above all, it protects the skin from photo-aging, preventing the appearance of wrinkles.

by CHIARA DUILIO
BIOLOGIST

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SKINCARE routine for DARK SPOTS

Beauty and Dark Spot Skin Care Treatment

Cleansing and Exfoliation:BIODETERGENTE CREMA ULTRADELICATO/ CREAMY CLEANSER. Its formula, composed of only three ingredients, makes it an extremely gentle product that does not disrupt the hydrolipidic barrier. Furthermore, thanks to its creamy texture, a small amount is enough to cleanse the skin deeply without foaming when used with a little water. These characteristics also make it an excellent makeup remover to use as an alternative to micellar waters, which often tend to dry out the skin.

Creamy Face Scrub

INGREDIENTS: Beeswax and Jojoba Microgranules with Allantoin, Helichrysum, and Vitamin E
PROPERTIES: Emollient and Regenerating
INDICATIONS: This product is recommended, especially for ultra-sensitive skin and as make up remover
HOW TO USE: Use a small amount of scrub on wet skin, massage, and rinse well.

Siero schiarente rivitalizzante/Revitalizing VITAMINIC Serum

ACTIVE INGREDIENTS: Ellagic Acid from Pomegranate – Highly Concentrated Vitamin C – Carnosine
Vitamin C, with its pronounced lightening action, combats dark skin spots and visibly reduces their intensity. Pomegranate’s Ellagic Acid and Carnosine bring radiance to the entire facial skin. Suitable for all skin types. Use it just before applying JEUNESSE NIGHT & DAY

JEUNESSE NIGHT&DAY vitaminic rivitalizing cream

ACTIVE INGREDIENTS:Highly Concentrated Vitamin C – Highly Concentrated Vitamin E
A unique, gentle cream for all skin types: evens out and gives uniformity to the complexion; stimulates collagen biosynthesis with a revitalizing effect; visibly smoothens dehydration wrinkles; has a pronounced lightening action, reducing hyperpigmentation. Vitamin E, being liposoluble, is the ultimate antioxidant vitamin as it protects the lipids of cell membranes, the primary target of free radicals. For a more effective cosmetic treatment, apply . SIERO VITAMINICO SCHIARENTE RIVITALIZZANTE before the cream on the areas to be treated

CREMA IMMUNO 6 with NIACINAMIDE

NOTTE DI ANGELICA: The combination of Retinol, Vitamin C, and Vitamin E reduces oxidative stress that the skin undergoes due to both aging and external factors. As mentioned, the presence of retinol makes it suitable for nighttime use only.

ROSEHIP OIL: For those with very dry skin who prefer using oils over creams, this vegetable oil is a valid alternative for lightening not only dark spots but also scars and stretch marks. 100% natural cold-pressed ROSEHIP OIL STICK is very practical to apply on the face or hands, thanks to its 10ml roll-on version. For larger areas, we recommend the 200ml format of ROSEHIP OIL

SUNSCREEN:And finally, an ESSENTIAL product when dealing with skin spots: LA BIOCREMA SOLARE SPF 50+.
For those suffering from hyperpigmentation, this product should be part of your daily skincare routine, even on winter sunny days. In the morning, after moisturizing cream, apply a thin layer for prolonged protection. In addition to protecting existing spots, it prevents the appearance of new ones and, above all, protects the skin from photoaging, preventing the formation of wrinkles.

by CHIARA DUILIO
BIOLOGIST

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FACE YOGA

A daily beauty treatment: FACE YOGA

Face yoga is a 100% natural method created in 2012 by Japanese teacher Fumiko Takatsu. It consists of a series of expressive facial movements combined with specific breathing techniques, which together make up a true “facial workout”. In fact, there are fifty different muscles in our face that can be toned and strengthened just like any other part of the body (1). By repeatedly and correctly moving these underlying facial muscles, there is an improvement in local circulation. Cells receive more oxygen, are nourished more quickly, and are also quickly freed from toxins and waste substances. The result is a brighter and more toned skin, but above all a slowing down of skin aging (2).

The scientific literature in this field is increasing, but a 2018 study by Northwestern University was the first to demonstrate that facial exercise can improve facial appearance. A group of women between the ages of 40 and 65 practiced a series of specific exercises for twenty weeks. At the end of the experiment, there was an improvement in cheek and cheekbone volume. A group of independent dermatologists compared the photographs taken at the beginning, middle, and end of the trial and quantified a “rejuvenation” of about three years in just a few weeks (1).

The revolutionary advantage of face yoga is that just 15-20 minutes of daily exercise is enough to reshape, tone, and make facial skin more elastic with visible anti-aging effects in a 100% natural way (1). Beyond the external results, those who regularly practice face yoga report deeper effects, such as increased self-esteem and a more mindful attitude towards life. This self-care practice, self-improvement without external help, generates a very powerful inner energy.

And now, let’s move on to practice! Like any workout, it is always good to start with a brief warm-up phase to activate circulation and prepare the facial muscles for daily training: open your eyes wide, smile a lot, stick out your tongue, rotate your head right and left and finally touch your ears with your fingertips while exerting some pressure.

Now that your facial muscles are ready to be trained, follow the face yoga practices of our Face Yoga trainers!

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Face yoga can therefore be considered a step in our skincare routine. Facial exercises, combined with the application of cosmetic products, can be used to promote the absorption of the latter, as well as to enhance their effects.

Since facial yoga involves manipulating and touching the face with the hands, it is essential to follow each session with an accurate cleansing phase of the face using suitable products that can remove impurities. The ULTRA-GENTLE CREAM CLEANSER has a formula composed of only three ingredients that make it an extremely delicate product that does not alter the hydro-lipidic barrier. Moreover, thanks to its creamy texture, a small amount with little water is enough to deeply cleanse the skin without foaming.

Among the products to be combined with face yoga, the FACE SERUM HYALURONIC ACID stands out for its rapid absorption and its strong filling and moisturizing action on wrinkles. Thanks to its combined structure with high and low molecular weight, it can penetrate the barrier exerted by the lipidic film better while simultaneously binding a huge amount of water molecules, giving firmness to the deepest layers of the skin.

A cream that acts on the surface layer should always be combined with the serum that acts on the deeper layers. We recommend two:

IMMUNO 6 is based on Argan Oil, Hyaluronic Acid, Resveratrol, Rhodiola Rosea, Coenzyme Q-10, Pomegranate, and Ginkgo Biloba. The active ingredients, due to their high concentration and synergistic action, fight and reduce the formation of free radicals which are the cause of skin cell aging. Additionally, they exhibit a strong antioxidant action and stimulate cellular renewal and microcirculation, providing a new radiance to dull and opaque skin.

VITALITY’s formula, based on Macadamia Oil, high and low molecular weight Hyaluronic Acid, Acetyltetrapeptide 9, and Carnosine, gives the skin a plumped and nourished appearance, as well as a remarkable increase in skin elasticity.

Now that you have all the tools, start training your face!

by CHIARA DUILIO

BIOLOGIST

REFERENCES

https://www.lifegate.it/face-yoga-intervista-fumiko-takatsuhttps://www.faceyogaitalia.it/face-yoga-italia.php

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SENSITIVE SKIN SKINCARE

SKINCARE e BEAUTY ROUTINE for SENSITIVE SKIN

CLEANSING: sensitive skin needs, needless to say, a cleanser that is as gentle as possible. Too aggressive detergents could alter the hydrolipidic barrier and therefore generate greater hypersensitivity to external agents. That’s why we recommend the ULTRA GENTLE CREAM BIODETRGENT. Its formula composed of only three ingredients makes it a very delicate product that does not alter the hydrolipidic barrier. Moreover, thanks to its creamy texture, a small amount with a little water is enough to deeply cleanse the skin without foaming.

TONIC: better if it contains soothing substances, to relieve redness, itching and rashes typical of sensitive skin, such as the ULTRA GENTLE FACE TONIC based on calendula and witch hazel. These two plants are known for their anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties.
In particular, Calendula stimulates skin regeneration in case of eczema and irritation, as well as creating a real barrier that protects the epidermis from external aggressions.
Witch hazel, in addition to being astringent and vasoconstrictive, has a great decongestant and protective action on the microcirculation, and the extracts of this plant are used in cosmetics for reddened, irritable and couperose skin. (2)

CREAMS: After daily cleansing of the body, it is recommended to apply a generous layer of emollient, moisturizing and nourishing cream on sensitive skin: the regular application of these products on sensitive skin is extremely important both to avoid delipidation of the skin and to raise the skin tolerance threshold towards irritating external agents. (3)
As a day cream, the CAMOMILE AND CALENDULA CREAM thanks to the bisabolol and the vegetable extracts of chamomile and calendula has a soothing and calming action. Furthermore, it works by improving the function of the skin barrier leading to a normalization of the microbiota present on the skin. Its rich and nourishing texture is also an excellent ally to protect the skin especially from the winter cold.
To limit the appearance of the signs of aging, which come early for those with sensitive skin, don’t forget to nourish and moisturize your skin even during the night. VITALITY, thanks to macadamia oil, hyaluronic acid, peptides and ceramides, offers all the constituents of the hydrolipidic layer: hyaluronic acid draws water, ceramides and macadamia oil reconstitute the lipidic part. The peptides, on the other hand, nourish the underlying layer, thus giving a toning effect.

EYE CONTOUR: already a delicate area in normal skin, it should be treated even more carefully in sensitive skin. This is because the skin is much thinner in this area. For this reason it is recommended to first apply a serum, to deeply hydrate, such as the REGENERATING EYE CONTOUR SERUM. Here too we find hyaluronic acid and ceramides, accompanied by coenzyme Q10, a well-known antioxidant. To enhance the effect of the serum and act on the most superficial layer, also apply the REGENERATING EYE CONTOUR BIOCREAM: fragrance-free and with a neutral pH, this cream is designed for the most sensitive areas of the face and for the most delicate skins, both young and mature. With hyaluronic acid and UV filter.

VEGETABLE OILS? YES PLEASE!
Vegetable, 100% natural, allergen-free and cold-pressed: vegetable oils are an excellent alternative for those with extremely sensitive skin to some components of creams.
In bottles for the body, and in practical roll-on sticks to facilitate application on the face, we provide you with 3 choices: ARGAN, ROSA MOSQUETA and JOJOBA.

By CHIARA DUILIO

BIOLOGIST

REFERENCES

https://www.my-personaltrainer.it/benessere/pelle-sensibile.html
https://www.yumibio.com/it/blog/post/lhamamelis-proprieta-e-benefici-.html
https://www.mypersonaltrainer.it/benessere/pelle-sensibile.html