Skincare Vitamins & Acids
SKINCARE VITAMINS
Vitamin A : Improves appearance of skin, anti aging, increases cell turn over, contributes to overall skin care health, Balances complexion
Vitamin B : Balances Complexion, reduces hyperpigmentation, lightens skin tone, improves overall skin texture, prevents dullness
Vitamin C : anti aging, Anti-inflammatory, wound healing, hydrating, limits skin damage due to sun exposure, boosts collagen production, balances out complexion, helps with hyperpigmentation
Vitamin D : regulates calcium absorption
Vitamin E : Antibacterial, Prevents hyperpigmentation, prevents dark circles, Wound Healing, Reduces the appearance of scars over time, Emollient
Vitamin K : Helps prevent hyperpigmentation and dark circles, Anti aging, Wound healing
SKINCARE ACIDS
Salicylic acid: beta-hydroxy acid (BHA) penetrates deep into the pores and exfoliates the skin. Reduces inflammation and redness.
Glycolic acid: alpha-hydroxy acid (AHA) exfoliates the skin and reduce the appearance of acne scars. Improves skin texture and tone.
Lactic acid: (AHA) exfoliates the skin and reduces the appearance of acne scars. Improves skin hydration.
Mandelic acid:(AHA) is a gentler exfoliant than glycolic or lactic acid, making it a good option for people with sensitive skin. It can also help reduce inflammation and redness.
SKINCARE OMEGA FATTY ACIDS
Omega-3, Omega-6, Omega-7, and Omega-9
Omega-3 and omega-6 are essential fatty acids, which means our bodies can’t produce them, so we need to obtain them through food.
Omega-6 (LinoleumArachidonic) improves the skin’s ability to retain moisture, Reduces inflammation.
Omega-7 (Palmitoleic acid) suitable for dry, chapped skin, maintains hydration, improves elasticity, and helps wound healing.
Omega-9 (oleic acid)is a non-essential, monounsaturated fatty acid. maintains hydration, softens skin, and improves elasticity.
Anti-inflammatory, Anti-aging, Anti-bacterial, Emollient
Reduced dryness, Hydrating, Moisturizing, Nourishing
Softer and smoother skin
Improves skin Elasticity
help reduce skin conditions such as acne, eczema, psoriasis, dry patches, hyperpigmentation
OMEGA-3 ACIDS
Omega-3 - essential fatty acids - our bodies can’t produce them, so we need to obtain them through food.
Omega-3 has anti-inflammatory properties, helping to relieve dry, irritated skin and strengthen the skin’s lipid barrier.
Three common omega-3s include:Alpha-linoleic acid (ALA), Eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA, Docosahexaenoic (DHA)