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Damage Control: Your Guide to Avoiding Wrinkles


It's no secret that aging is inevitable, and eventually, it becomes harder and harder to hide our age as it starts to reflect on our skin. Did you know that as early as 25 your skin starts to lose key nutrients by 1 percent each year? But, here's the good news! We have control over how we treat our skin and what we put on it every day to combat, slow, and even reverse signs of aging. So, to help you win the war against wrinkles, we have put together the ultimate anti-aging guide with tips, tricks, and ingredients that will help you postpone the appearance of wrinkles as long as possible!

Start Early

The earlier you start using anti-aging products and developing a daily skincare routine of your own, the more optimal results you will get. Start in your 20's with a few simple products to focus on prevention, then vamp up your regimen in your 30's for maintenance with more powerful actives and ingredients. Continue the trend as you say hello to your 40's and then 50's and beyond to actively smooth and reverse!

Sunscreen, Sunscreen, Sunscreen

Protecting your skin from harmful UVA and UVB rays may arguably be the single most important preventative tactic in avoiding premature aging of the skin. Unprotected sun exposure causes not only wrinkles, but also reduced elasticity, dehydration, hyperpigmentation, and compromised texture. Lather up with a zinc oxide-based sunscreen every morning to ensure proper prevention of harmful damage over time.

Ingredients Matter

Not all skincare is created equal. Many products and treatments that claim to be beneficial can actually cause long-term damage and even expedite the aging process. Do your research and read the labels. Reach for products that enhance circulation and blood flow, increase production of collagen and elastin, boost skin nutrients, repair a compromised barrier, and support lipids. Osmosis boasts 4 all-star serums that are proven to be among the most powerful and effective in age prevention:

StemFactor utilizes our advanced exosome technology which maximizes the delivery of over 600 growth factors and skin proteins derived from adult stem cells to stimulate new cells and encourage the rebuilding of collagen and elastin. A perfect recipe to reveal a brighter, more youthful you!

Vitamin A is widely recognized in the skincare and esthetics world as a must-have for your anti-aging routine. The difference is, Osmosis uses a form of Vitamin A called retinaldehyde (a "precursor" to retin-A) that is more easily recognized and absorbed by the skin which makes it non-irritating. In addition, it is coated with phosphatidylcholine (try saying that 3 times fast!) to help penetrate the molecule deep into the dermal layer of the skin through our exclusive liposomal delivery system for boosted results and nutrients. Your skin will thank you, trust us.

 Epidermal Repair is a crucial piece of the anti-aging puzzle, especially as you enter your 30's and 40's. Rescue targets the wound repair aspect of aging by utilizing an oxygen molecule to neutralize toxins, activate your skin's innate wound repair systems, and provide the skin with the tools it needs to treat age spots and texture concerns. This revolutionary serum will change the way you skincare!

 DNA Repair is vital to your anti-aging efforts in that it is clinically proven to increase skin elasticity and firmness while repairing sun damage and pigmentation. Catalyst AC-11, our DNA Repair Serum, flaunts our patented zinc finger technology that works hard long after you apply it to transform your skin cells for powerful results!

Go Internal

The overall health of your skin will assist in warding off wrinkles much longer than compromised or nutrient-deficient skin, and this happens from the inside out. Support your topical skincare efforts by diving inside the body, too. Food and drink that contain a high content of sugar, caffeine, or preservatives will deprive the skin and body of essentials it needs to stay smooth, hydrated, and brilliant.

Take control of the clock and prevent dreaded wrinkles and lines by making your skin and wellness routine all your own! See our full recommended preventative protocol here.

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The Key to Protecting Your Skin's Barrier


Your skin's job is to protect you. But sometimes, various factors can hinder it from performing at its maximum potential. That's where you come in! It is crucial that we are fueling our skin with the tools it needs to function properly as protectors of the body, and it all boils down to barrier health. We're exploring ways you can help your skin help you and build up its barrier to reinforce potential and give you healthy, glowing radiance year-round.

Your skin is comprised of three main layers: the epidermis, dermis, and hypodermis. These layers are constantly hard at work! Then there's the barrier (the stratum corneum), the uppermost layer of the skin, that acts as a security guard for the layers beneath, ensuring nothing gets in there that could cause damage or problems such as environmental toxins, chemicals, and more. When this barrier starts to wear down and become weak, it cannot protect those lower layers, and this is when sensitivity occurs. This weakening can happen over time as you age or can be a result of harsh exfoliants or scrubs, and ultimately boils down to loss of hydration and elasticity. Thirty percent of the skin is made up of water, and the lipids and hydration are what allow the skin to function at its best! However, that's not to say there's nothing you can do about it. Let's dive in!

Why Do We Get Dry Skin?


1. Food and Drink Habits.
Diets high in caffeine, sugar, and alcohol can restrict nutrient delivery to the skin and cause dehydration. Try swapping out coffee for matcha, or integrating more "good fats" into your diet with avocados, salmon, almonds, or coconuts!

2. Inflammation.
If your skin is irritated, stressed, or overly inflamed, be it from rosacea, eczema, or even a sunburn, it requires more nutrients in an effort to calm that inflammation. But, this makes it difficult for the barrier to thrive and be healthy, causing further dehydration.

 3. Over-Exfoliation.
Scrubs and harsh chemicals used as exfoliants may strip the lipid barrier, weakening its ability to protect the deeper layers of the skin, causing... you guessed it, dehydration. Choose natural enzyme exfoliants instead that gently eat away dead skin cells while still keeping the barrier intact.
4. Climate.
Cold, dry temperatures directly impact the skin. When the air surrounding us lacks water, our skin naturally loses moisture as well. And when temperatures are low, the cold air reduces blood flow to the skin. Combat less-than-ideal climates with nutrient-rich moisturizers like Nourish.

The Solution to Repair.

Meet the Osmosis Moisturizing Collection! All products in the line are rich in essential fatty acids, flavonoids, phytosterols, vitamins, and minerals to feed and nourish the skin back to health and restore the barrier's strength and integrity. Enrobe the skin with ingredients that heal damage to improve texture for a soft, supple radiance. Take care of your skin so your skin can take care of you!


Shop your Moisturizing Collection here and enjoy the benefits of a healthy barrier and a glowing radiance!
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Healthy Living in a World of Environmental Toxins


Environmental Toxins are just about everywhere - from the air we breathe to the food we eat, and even in your own home! Though this may sound pessimistic and daunting, the good news is, with subtle lifestyle adjustments and a holistic-wellness approach, it's easy to detox on the daily and provide your body with the tools it needs to ward them off on its own! The first step to decreasing impact from these toxins is by increasing your awareness, which will, in turn, help you know how to avoid overexposure and fuel your body in a way that will help combat its effects. Here are a few tips to maintaining your healthiest self in a world filled with toxins.

1. Do your research.

Harmful toxins can be found in places that you least expect. It's worth it to do your research to find out which toxins you are most exposed to on a daily basis based on the location of your home, the quality of the food you eat, and the activities you partake in.

2. Choose Your Food Wisely.

We all know we're supposed to eat healthy, but are we really aware of the impact of the food we eat and how it directly affects our body? Try to eat as organically as possible to reduce the amount of artificial additives you are consuming. Steer-clear of highly processed meals, low-quality fish (contaminated with high levels of mercury and PCBs), and artificial sweeteners.
Pst... eating fresh, organic food doesn't have to be expensive! We love this online grocery store that delivers wholesome, yummy food for a steal of a deal!


3. Go Green with Your Beauty Routine.

Many toxins hide in the names we can't pronounce on the labels of our cosmetics. Dodge these dangerous ingredients all together and choose clean beauty products that nourish your skin, hair, and body sans harmful chemicals. Osmosis offers a wide array of beauty products you can feel great about! Read about our philosophy of treating the whole body from the inside out here.

4. Avoid harsh cleaning supplies.

Thankfully, we live in a generation where bleach and windex are not our only hope for effectively sanitizing the kitchen or bathroom. Such products are chock-full of extremely harmful chemicals that emit toxic fumes into your home and/or lungs if you breathe it in! Reach for the cleaning supplies that are environmentally friendly next time you're at the store. 

5. Give your Body a Boost with Supplements.

Along with clean skincare and makeup, Osmosis offers all-natural, holistic supplements that help fuel your body and provide it with the tools needed to detox and heal. Some of our supplements that are all-stars when it comes to toxin removal are Environmental Detox to remove toxins from the gut and cells, Melt to detox fat cells, Pathway to detox the digestive tract and colon, and Elevate to detox the body while repairing DNA! Shop your super-supplements here.
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What is Holistic Skincare?



Everyone has experienced that frustrating feeling of looking in the mirror, spotting a blemish out of nowhere, and thinking, "where in the world did that come from?!" Or maybe you've been battling a pesky, on-going skin condition that just won't seem to go away no matter what you do. There are thousands of skincare products to choose from, but what do they mean and where do you start? Here at Osmosis, we know that what you are seeing on your skin is a direct reflection of what is going on inside of your body, and noticing exactly where on your face you are experiencing a concern can help you identify the source of the condition. This is what makes holistic skincare stand out from the rest. Treating the whole person, as opposed to a specific symptom, is what ensures permanent healing, total body wellness, and lasting results.
ho·lis·tic /hōˈlistik/ adj. Characterized by comprehension of the parts of something as intimately interconnected and explicable only by reference to the whole.

Once you can recognize that the root cause of your skin conditions originates inside the body, (think hormonal acne, rosacea, and melasma), you can then begin to address the source of the problem for healing, not just subduing the symptoms. Osmosis' philosophy is rooted in advanced skincare products that partner with the skins natural functionalities paired with internal products that address the source. This dynamic duo is what delivers visible, lasting results, and a flawless complexion we all strive for! The essence of holistic skincare derives its inspiration from Chinese medicinal practices which use natural ingredients and energies to treat imbalances or disharmonies within the body. Osmosis takes that modality and combines it with advanced technology and proven science to take it to the next level. Check out our Face Mapping Guide for more insights on what could be causing your skin concerns!

"Permanent change is possible, your skin just needs to be inspired."
Osmosis CEO, Founder, and Skincare and Wellness Formulator, Dr. Ben Johnson says, "I created Osmosis because I wanted to transform the aesthetic industry. Let's help people move away from weakening the skin and instead create a partnership that empowers healing and remodeling. Every action by the skin is perfect so our efforts should always be supportive and address the actual source of the imbalance. Permanent change is possible, your skin just needs to be inspired."

 We are thrilled to be pioneers in this industry, offering healthy solutions that work with your skin and body to empower its natural function. Our passion is rooted in changing the game for beautiful skin by starting within. Join us on your holistic skincare journey and watch your authentic beauty evolve!
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National Healthy Skin Month!




November is upon us, this means we have a full month to really tune in to what makes us grateful, happy, and grounded. November is the host not only to Thanksgiving, but it is also the host to National Healthy Skin Month. Obviously we love any month that highlights the skin (in our minds that is EVERY month, day, moment of the year), so we wanted to take a little time to share with you our favorite daily products that we can not live without and share what we are thankful for this year. After all, a healthy spirit makes for a healthy body which makes for a healthy, glowing complexion.

Your skin is the largest organ of your body and it takes a punch daily. Having a regimented morning and evening routine will help keep your skin healthy and happy. Here is our Healthy Skin morning and evening routine.


AM:
* Wake and stretch
* Cleanse your body with a cup of room temperature lemon water
* Cleanse your skin with Purify cleanser. Use your fingers to gently push cleanser in circular, upward motion to clear congestion and impurities.
* Give your eyes a boost with Refresh. Refresh helps hydrate, fight dark circles and puffy inflammation.
* Power up your skin with a pump of StemFactor Serum. This all-in-one serum fights damage, reverses the signs of aging, and protects your skin from the daily elements.
* Activate StemFactor with a few spritzes of Clear Plus. Massage gently into your skin.
* Protect your skin with our favorite SPF! This non-chemical Zinc formula offers sun protection and helps heal the skin from past sun damage.
* Take five pumps of Skin Perfection Harmonized Water.


PM:
* Take five pumps of Skin Perfection Harmonized Water.
* Cleanse the day away with Deep Clean Cleanser. Allow the lather to sit on your skin for 30 seconds before rinsing to get a deeper clean.
* Give your eyes a night time treat with Refresh PM. For an extra boost of moisture, apply Refresh PM to your lips as well.
* Treat your skincare concerns with a serum of your choice. We LOVE our Vitamin A Serums, find the right level for you here.
*Give the gift of moisture with Quench Plus followed by an activating mist of Clear Plus.
* Try to get 8 hours of sleep each night. The results of a good night's rest show through your skin!

We are so thankful that we have tapped into a holistic approach to achieving not only healthy looking skin, but to achieving truly healthy skin from the inside out. We are thankful for you, our loyal skincare lovers for joining us in the journey of holistic wellness which is all encompassing to our overall health. We LOVE taking care of your needs and we love knowing that our products provide you with clean, healthy solutions to your skincare, wellness, and beauty needs.

This month, and every month we take great pleasure knowing that we have built an incredible group of people with a common thread. We all want clear healthy skin and clear healthy spirits. We all understand that that starts from the inside and we love that you share our approach to holistic wellness. We look forward to continuing our journey with all of you Osmosis loving ladies and gentleman. Happy National Healthy Skin Month, and have a happy month of thankfulness.

Learn where to shop for your healthy skin here.
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