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Osmosis ABC's: Zinc Oxide


We have finally reached the end of our Osmosis ABC's journey, and what an incredible journey it's been! From A-Z, the ins and outs of what makes our products tick have been such a joy to explore and share! As we land on the final letter, Z, we couldn't be more excited to dive into Zinc Oxide and its powerful skin-protecting qualities just in time for winter!

Zinc Oxide is a mineral ingredient derived from the earth that offers many benefits to the skin! This non-nano, oil-coated mineral contains anti-inflammatory and astringent properties, aids in wound healing, and offers protection from UVA and UVB rays without breaking down with sun exposure. Meaning, when used as a sunscreen, it provides natural, broad-spectrum protection while nourishing the skin instead of harming it with chemicals like many commercial sunscreen options.

Here at Osmosis, we believe that protective ingredients like zinc oxide should not only be in your skincare, but in your makeup as well! Most of us wear makeup every day, so if we can feel great about our makeup nourishing and protecting our skin... well, that's a win for us all! Zinc Oxide can be found in our Pressed and Loose Bases, Blushes, Eye Shadows, and Eye Pencils. But, the star of the Zinc Oxide show is Protect! Our top-selling, ultra sheer SPF 30 sunscreen carries this incredible ingredient with potency. Use on your face for daily protection or on your full body for a day at the pool!

PRO TIP: Don't forget sunscreen in the winter too! Often times when it's cold outside, we don't feel the suns rays as harshly. Don't be fooled! Rays still reach us in the winter time too. Plus, with the drop in humidity levels, your skin is drying out, too! Protect and nourish your skin to keep a radiant glow all season long!

Shop for your healthy dose of zinc oxide here and here.


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Osmosis ABC's: Vitamins


We're getting back to basics this month with our Osmosis ABC's and talking about vitamins A, B, C, and E, essentials in any skincare routine. We are in an exciting era of vitamin accessibility, especially when it comes to your skin. Let's explore the top vitamins for your skin, each of their different benefits, and which Osmosis products contain their power.

A

Vitamin A can come in multiple different forms and is the ultimate tool for age reversal. Here at Osmosis, we believe the most effective yet gentle form of Vitamin A is Retinaldehyde, which is the superstar of many of our top-selling serums. Read more on Retinaldehyde here!

Which products can deliver?:
All Vitamin A Serums
Facial Infusion

B

The most commonly used form of a vitamin B in skincare is actually vitamin B3, or niacinamide. It is effective in all aspects of the skin restoration process by increasing nutrients in the skin. It also contains antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties for ultimate skin renewal.

Osmosis boasts B in:
Niacinamide Powder Active & Powder Blend
Facial Infusion
Refresh & Refresh PM
All Vitamin A Serums
Repair
Replenish
Enlighten

C

Vitamin C is an immunity booster no matter where on (or in) your body you put it! When applied topically, it helps protect the skin from environmental damage and free radicals that cause wrinkles and lines. It also improves collagen production and can help decrease the appearance of hyperpigmentation!

Get a dose with:
Vitamin C Powder Blend
Catalyst AC-11
Catalyst Plus+

E

Vitamin E is famous for its antioxidants for the body and skin! It is found naturally in our skin but can deplete over time as a result of overexposure to the sun. Tocopherol is the form of vitamin E used in various Osmosis products, many of which are in the Colour Line! Meaning your makeup works to nourish the skin, instead of clogging pores or intoxicating it.

 Find it in:
Pressed Base
Eye Shadow Trios & Eye Shadow Duos
Blush
Age-Defying Treatment Concealer

Experience the benefits of all these vitamins for your skin, then let us know your favorite in the comments below!
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Osmosis ABC's: Trioxolane

It's time again for our monthly ingredient investigation! We have approached the letter T, and could not be more excited to dig deep into the miraculous wonders of Trioxolane! This powerful ingredient contains many benefits for the skin, and when ingested, can transform internal health and functionality as well. Let's dive in!

What is it and how does it work?
Our patented Trioxolane is created through a proprietary process that allows it to become stable and extremely potent. It creates a bioidentical molecule to what is found naturally in the body, making this ingredient easily recognized by the skin and absorbed into your system. Oxidative damage is what ravages the epidermis, causing what is known as free-radical damage, or wrinkles. You need a powerful oxygen repair tool, like Trioxolane, to promote long-term healing and repair.

Osmosis to the Rescue!
Osmosis carries both a topical and an internal form of Trioxolane.
Rescue Epidermal Repair Serum has proven to be one of the most successful tools in effectively and permanently treating skin concerns such as wounds and inflammation, enlarged pores, hyperpigmentation, scarring, and skin texture changes.
Restore delivers Trioxolane internally, which is utilized by the body to fight pathogens, repair internal oxidative damage, and improve overall immunity. We have seen remarkable results for many auto-immune deficiencies, viral infections, inflammation, and more!

Treat your body to total wellness inside and out!
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Osmosis ABC's: Sythne-6


Welcome back for another dosage of your monthly Osmosis ABC's! This month, for the letter S, we are excited to talk about one of our favorite cutting-edge ingredients, Synthe-6, also known as Palmitoyl Tripeptide-38. This technologically advanced ingredient utilizes amino acids to plump the skin, fill wrinkles, and restore health and function of the Dermal Epidermal Junction (the area of tissue that joins the epidermal and dermal layers of the skin, a.k.a. DEJ). Meet your scientific skin time machine! Read on as we uncover the multi-benefits it offers, how it works, and which Osmosis products flaunt the secret ingredient to promote ultimate age reversal.




Young, undamaged skin is rich in skin matrix components like Hyaluronic Acid, collagen, fibronectin, and laminin, keeping the skin hydrated, fuller, and with more youthful bounce. However, as we age, natural production of these begin to decrease in our bodies, resulting in visual signs of aging such as the all too familiar sagging, thinning, dryness, and wrinkles. Enter Sythne-6! One of the reasons sythne-6 is so powerful in age reversal is because of its ability to penetrate the dermal layer and work with the skin's natural functions. This incredible ingredient works by stimulating the synthesis of these multiple major components of the skin matrix and DEJ like collagen, fibronectin, laminin, and hyaluronic acid to restore elasticity and texture while nourishing for a healthy, rejuvenated complexion you'll love.

So, which Osmosis products can you turn to?


  • Our Vitamins A Serums, Calm, Correct, and Renew, feature this wrinkle-reducing superstar. Paired with our exclusive liposomal delivery system, your skin will receive the most advanced form of product penetration for visible results fast!
Pro Tip: Top these Vitamins A's off with an Activating Mist as an extra boost of penetration and moisture for even more optimized results.


  • Replenish Antioxidant Serum utilizes sythne-6 to help prevent free-radical damage and deliver age reversal benefits through a splash of skin-nourishing antioxidants.



  • Refresh Eye Serum is an all-encompassing eye treatment that not only fades dark circles, but also reduces the appearance of puffiness, fine lines, and wrinkles around the eye. Guess who's responsible for the fine lines and wrinkles? You got it! Sythne-6 hard at work again.


Get your hands on these Sythne-6 superstars here!
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Osmosis ABC's: Retinaldehyde



We've finally made it to letter R and are so excited to delve into one of our very favorite, "can't-live-without-it", all-star skincare ingredients, Retinaldehyde! Here at Osmosis, we believe vitamin A plays an important role in your routine no matter your skin type, and of all the different forms, we firmly believe in the powers of Retinaldehyde because of its therapeutic qualities. Unlike retinol or retinoic acid, it is non sun-sensitizing as well as anti-bacterial. Because Retinaldehyde is the most active form of vitamin A, you can achieve fast results with a low dosage which helps prevent irritation or overstimulation of the skin. We are breaking it down and listing the top benefits of this powerhouse ingredient and which Osmosis must-haves claim its magic.


1. Age Reversal. The most popular quality of Retinaldehyde is its skin-firming, age-defying components. It works by implementing cellular turnover, repairing connective tissue, boosting collagen synthesis, and increasing elasticity. Basically, this super-ingredient tightens and plumps skin that naturally loses elasticity over time. The ultimate skin time machine.


2. Restoration. Aside from the fact that this powerhouse ingredient helps you achieve that "10 years younger" affect we're all striving for, it also delivers nutrients keeping the skin nice and healthy. This is what gives you a rejuvenated glow. Healthy skin is happy skin, happy skin is a beautiful you!


3. Our Specialized Liposomal Delivery System. Retinaldehyde is great on its own, but what makes Osmosis different is our unique delivery method to help your skin soak up the most out of your vitamin A products. Our vitamin A's are coated in phosphatidylcholine (pst...we learned about it last month, peep that blog here if you missed it) which is an ingredient the skin easily recognizes allowing for optimal penetration deep into the dermal layer of the skin. This is what really packs the punch for visible results!


4. Osmosis Retinaldehyde Super-Stars. Our lineup of vitamin A serums offer accessible Retinaldehyde, all of which deliver adequate results at a comfortable percentage for your unique skin. This empowering active ingredient can sometimes cause stimulation to sensitive skin. To combat this, our vitamin A Serum line ranges in different intensities to accommodate sensitive to resilient skin types. Explore these super serums here to find out which one is right for you!
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Skincare: Osmosis ABC's


It's that time of month again... no, not that one. The FUN time of month where we highlight another great Osmosis ingredient! This month we are on the letter P and are dropping some knowledge on one of our favorite ingredients, Phosphatidylcholine. This month we wanted to openly discuss why we love our ingredients, so tune in below to learn all about this wonder ingredient!



Products Featuring this ingredient are:

Facial Infusion
Renew
Clarify
Correct
Refresh
Repair
Calm
Enlighten 
Replenish
Stemfactor 

Learn where to shop for these kick-butt products featuring this ingredient wizard here.
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Osmosis ABC's: Olive Leaf Extract



Welcome back to another Osmosis ABC's! This month we are featuring the letter O! We can't wait to enlighten you on the wondrous Olive Leaf Extract. This ancient medicinal leaf packs a powerful healing punch in more ways than one. Olive Leaf Extract is an all-around treatment for internal and external health. Its anti-viral, microbial, and inflammation properties aid in healing the skin, the gut, and so much more! Let's take a closer look at this powerful ingredient.



So, which Osmosis products harbor this favorite ingredient?

Clarify: Our acne-busting, skin-healing vitamin A serum, Clarify, boasts this powerful plant ingredient which helps clear up skin and keep it clean and ageless.

Replenish: Due to Olive Leaf Extract's powerful punch of antioxidants, it's no surprise that Replenish antioxidant serum contains this miracle worker.

Soothing Gel Herbal Mask: Find a professional near you and get a calming, detoxing facial where Olive Leaf is the star! Let this mask soothe and clarify the skin in the most gentle of ways.

Melt: Yep, not only is Olive Leaf a great topical ingredient, it's an awesome internal treatment as well! Let the Olive Leaf Extract in Melt aid in detoxing fat cells all while providing your body with a great dose of antioxidants.

WOW! Olive Leaf Extract packs a serious punch of skin and body loving power! Learn where to get your dose here.


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Osmosis ABC's N: Niacinamide


Here we go again with another ingredient breakdown! This month we are featuring the letter N. We knew we couldn't choose any other ingredient other than Niacinamide! This ingredient is a skincare rock-star and we can't wait to enlighten you on why Niacinamide should be an ingredient you always reach for. So let's unlock its magic and see all that it does!


Now we know why Niacinamide is your featured ingredient that simply works wonders, let's take a peek at what Osmosis products hold this ingredient.


Repair: One of our favorite healing masks that helps calm inflammation and soothe redness.

Vitamin A Serums: Our higher level Vitamin A Serums; Clarify, Correct and Renew not only give you a Vitamin A boost, but the addition of Niacinamide helps keep the skin soothed and happy!

Enlighten: Our pigment-busting spot treatment also finds itself boasting a healthy service of Niacinamide! Brighten and calm at the same time.

Replenish: Get a dose of antioxidants while improving your skin's elasticity.

For the Professionals: Our Powder Active Blend - Niacinamide and Facial Infusion both contain high concentrates of this favorite ingredient. Check out your local professional treatments to get a results driven treatment!

Learn where to get a treatment and where to shop for your Niacinamide needs here.
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Osmosis ABC's: M - Mandelic Acid


Did you know that the handful of almonds you eat for protein is packed with much more than goodness for your gut? Almonds contain a powerful skincare ingredient that we simply can't get enough of. Allow us to introduce you to Mandelic Acid, a gentle yet powerful ingredient that leaves your skin glowing and happy. Extracted from almonds, this chiral molecule is widely recognized as the perfect AHA for sensitive skin that gives jaw-dropping results. Let's take a closer look at what this wonder acid does for your skin:


Now that we know why you should be utilizing this ingredient, let's explore the products you can find it in!

Powder Actives - L Mandelic Acid Blend and Acne Blend: Reach out to a pro near you to get a full mandelic treatment, use in conjunction with Facial Infusion for a double dose of this gentle giant.

Enlighten Serum: Our incredible spot treatment, Enlighten, is equipped with our featured ingredient to help speed up the lightening process of hyperpigmentation, age spots, and melasma.

Clarify: Kick acne's butt with our blemish-fighting Vitamin A serum! The combo of Vitamin A and Mandelic Acid make for a perfect power couple for keeping acne at bay as well as treating old scars and acne-related pigmentation.

Learn where to shop for this wizard here.
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Osmosis ABC's: Lonicera Caprifolium



Welcome back to another Osmosis ABC's! This month we are exploring an ingredient in the 'L' family, Lonicera Caprifolium... AKA Honeysuckle Extract! Honeysuckle isn't just a sweet-smelling, beautiful flower, it is also has medicinal properties that have been used in Chinese medicine for centuries. Let's take a look at why Honeysuckle is one of our favorite ingredients to use in our skincare and makeup.



Vitamin A Serums:  Kick butt with Vitamin A AND Honeysuckle with Calm, Clarify and Correct. Each Vitamin A serum has different levels of intensity to fit all skin types. Honeysuckle will help balance the skin while the Vitamin A does it's work!

Enlighten: Brighten the skin and soothe it with our top lightening product.

Replenish: Treat your skin with a veil of antioxidants and, you guessed it, our all-star Honeysuckle. 

DNA Repair: Both Catalyst Plus+ and Catalyst AC-11 products contain this magical ingredient. Not only can you get permanent results to your ageless skincare routine, you can keep your skin clean and healthy.

At the Spa: Check out an Osmosis Spa near you to take advantage of our wonder ingredient featured in our Facial Infusion and Soothing Gel Herbal Mask. Go here to find out where to find a specialist.


Check out these color products that won't only highten your beauty routine, buy they will treat you skin all day! Talk about multi-tasking makeup:

Pressed Base, Finishing Powder, Watercolor Eye Shadows, all Eye Shadow Duos and Trios, Loose Base, Blush, Contour Duo and Lipgloss. 


Learn where to shop for these soothing, skin-healthy products here.
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Osmosis ABC's: Kaolin Clay



It's that time again! Osmosis ABC's is back, hitting you with the letter K! This month we wanted to explore a skin detoxing favorite, Kaolin Clay. This white, earthy mineral has been used in cosmetics for an incredibly long time, while many cultures have been using the benefits of this clay for centuries! Let's take a peek at why this is a must-have ingredient for your routine!



Now that we know the details of this fantastic ingredient, let's take a look at which Osmosis products contain its power!


CC Cream: This makes for the perfect, oil controlling primer! Use our CC Cream with its smart shade technology under your pressed or loose base for the perfect finish!

Pore Minimizing Purifying Mask: This baby is the perfect weekly detox mask. Great for acne, and oily skin-types, this mask will smooth pores, aid in healing blemishes and help stop new breakouts! Use this mask once a week and enjoy the beautiful benefits!

Learn where to get your Kaolin Clay on here.

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Osmosis ABC's: Jojoba




It's that time again: our monthly dive into ingredients that keep your skin healthy and happy! This month we have landed on the letter J! We are so excited to explore this month's ingredient, Jojoba oil. This magical oil is a long used ingredient in skincare and makeup and we totally get why! Read on to find out why our love for this ingredient is so strong:



Woah! That is a long list of powerful benefits! Jojoba Oil is an important ingredient in many products at Osmosis, let's see the all-stars that hold this powerhouse!




These babies are all packed with the almighty Jojoba!

At the Spa, ask for these treatments: Tropical Mango Mask (perfect for those with irritated or dehydrated skin) Orange Zest Mask (great for skin lacking luster) and Cucumber Mint Mask (great for all skin types needing a pick-me-up).

At Home:  Quench and Quench Plus+ both feature this hydrating and protecting ingredient.
What's better is that you can get the benefit of Jojoba in our Colour line as well. Pressed Base not only gives you the coverage you crave, but nourishes the skin all day. Our Blush, Eye Shadow Trios, and Lip and Eye Pencils also contain this wonderful ingredient. Get ready to get your Jojoba on with all the basics you need to glam your day!

Learn where to shop these all-stars here.
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Osmosis ABC's: I - Iron Oxide




Welcome back to another Osmosis ABC's! We have loved breaking down ingredients with you in this column and we are ready to tackle another ingredient that may sound like a scary one, but is in fact a very important ingredient for all of you makeup addicts out there!

This month we are looking at Iron Oxide. Iron Oxide is mainly seen on the ingredient list of makeup products, towards the bottom of the ingredient deck. Did you know that all of the ingredients at the bottom of your label are colorants? Essentially anything following the title May or May Not Contain  +/- on your ingredient label is indeed, a colorant (cue "the more you know" theme music)!

Iron Oxide is one of the best, happiest, safest (and natural) cosmetic dyes out there and its has some surprising skincare benefits as well... let's take a look!



Now that we know why our colour needs these rich, protecting pigments let's take a gander at what products this surprising superstar is in!


Iron Oxide is used widely in our color line which means not only are you getting high action pigments, you are also getting extra protection! Find this gem of an ingredient in the following products:

Age Defying Treatment Concealer
Loose Base
Pressed Base
Bronzer
Blush
Mascara (both formulas)
Lipstick
Lip Gloss
Lip Glaze
Lip Pencil
Eye Pencil
Liquid Eye Definer
Water Color Eye Shadows
Eye Shadow Trios
Eye Shadow Duos

Learn where to shop for these all stars here.
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Osmosis ABC's: H - Hyaluronic Acid


Welcome back to another Osmosis ABC! If you are new to this column, here's a quick rundown! Here we highlight superstar ingredients so you know exactly what you're putting on your skin and what it does to provide incredible results. This month we are looking at a favorite ingredient of ours, Hyaluronic Acid.

We know the word acid is thrown around A LOT in the skincare industry, but not all acids are created equal, and not all acids feel like burning. Hyaluronic acid is found naturally in our bodies and aids in hydration. This acid is one superstar that all skin types should be taking advantage of. Let's find out why:



You see now that Hyaluronic acid is a necessity in your skincare routine. Having optimal hydration and protection from loss of hydration can help a number of skincare concerns. This acid helps treat dry flaky skin, soothes inflammation, and best of all, plumps the skin instantly. We love a little instant gratification in our skincare, don't you? It's no secret in Hollywood either. Many celebs treat their skin to a Hyaluronic treatment right before stepping out on the red carpet to achieve that dewy, Hollywood glow. Here are the amazing products that house this amazing ingredient:


Clear Plus+: Give your skin a treat wherever you are with Clear Plus+. Not only does this liquid gold activate your serums, it can also be used during the day for a pick-me-up! With the winter months approaching, you may want to keep one in your purse, car, nightstand and bathroom... just to be sure you have the wonderful spritz of Hyaluronic acid at your finger tips.

Correct: Rejuvenate your skin with our level 3 Vitamin A Serum. You can fight the aging process and gift your complexion with hydrated, soft, healthy skin. Use Correct at night for the perfect PM treatment. This serum is ideal for all skin types.

Renew: Renew your skin with our level 4 Vitamin A Serum. This level of serum is best suited for those with thicker, resilient skin. Let Renew treat your skin with essential turnover and of course, a dose of Hyaluronic heaven.

Refresh: Provide your sensitive eye area with a lift. Refresh is ideal for all skin types and gives an awake appearance. Hyaluronic acid around the eyes is key for fighting fine lines, wrinkles, and dark circles. This is surely meant to be a staple in your skincare routine.

Quench and Quench Plus+: No moisturizer would be complete without this superstar ingredient. Both Quench and Quench Plus+ contain a big ol' dollop of Hyaluronic Acid and many other good-for-you ingredients to keep your skin hydrated and healthy.

Repair: Calm inflamed, irritated skin with Repair. This mask is the perfect twice-a-week treatment to keep your skin soothed and healthy.

Hydralift: The big Kahuna of Hyaluronic acid! This mask should always be in your beauty routine. Get instant hydration while you plump, smooth, and tighten your skin. Use with Clear Plus+ for deeper, incredible results.

Facial Infusion: Get this wonderful treatment with your professional for 30 days of collagen production and deep hydration. Facial Infusion is your once-a-month treatment to really kick your skin into gear.

Find out where to shop AND where to get a Hyaluronic treatment here.
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Osmosis Skincare: ABC's F - Fulvic Acid


It's that time of the month again, time to dissect our ingredient deck to provide you with the lowdown on why certain ingredients are so darn good for our skin! August is all about the F ingredients. Lets focus on an Osmosis favorite, Fulvic Acid.

Fulvic Acid AKA the Nutrient Booster, is a compound found naturally in the earth (via dirt/soil) and is loaded is good bacteria and aids in our skin's ability to be able to better absorb hydration, nutrients and antioxidants. Let's take a closer look at this earthly wonder:

Now we know what Fulvic Acid can do for us, let's find out which Osmosis goodies have this fabulous ingredient that will better your skin's health!
Four of our Vitamin A Serums contain powerful Fulvic Acid. Replenish, our favorite antioxidant powerhouse not only gives you a boost of antioxidants, but Fulvic Acid helps your skin better absorb them all! Repair helps heal and sooth distressed skin. 
For the Professionals, utilizing Facial Infusion, Apple Organic Treatment Mask, and Berry Blend Organic Treatment Mask will give your clients stunning results that their skin craves. 
We hope you enjoyed learning about the powerhouse, Fulvic Acid. Get your hands on our All Stars to reap the benefits of this wonderful good-for-you bacteria! 
Learn where to shop here. 
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