Osmosis Skincare: SPF

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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!

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We obviously love all of our products with our whole hearts! But there are a few all-stars that really stand out that we should all utilize in our daily routines. We wanted to shine some light on our top-ten Skincare products so you don't miss out on these oh-so-good power-houses! Keep reading to check out our top-ten highlights to start your year off with a big ol' bang!

Catalyst AC-11 - This anti-aging, DNA repairing wizard is quite the unique, results-driven serum. What does it do you may wonder? This patented formula activates your natural Zinc Finger which is a very important part of DNA repair. Catalyst AC-11 helps increase DNA repair by 33% AND aids in elastin and collagen production. You will see results in fine lines, wrinkles, pigmentation, skin tags, broken capillaries, and more! Whoa, that's a lot of benefits in one little bottle.

StemFactor - With over 150 skin growth factors, this serum is your go-to damage reversal serum. StemFactor treats new and old damage, aging, and overall appearance and texture of the skin. The best part about this product is that it does all of the mentioned wonderful things without irritating the skin. This gentle giant is a genie in a bottle.

Correct - Protect your skin from new damage, reverse signs of environmental damage, and rejuvenate the skin. This Vitamin A serum does exactly what it is named for, corrects skin concerns. Vitamin A is a vital step in your skincare routine and Correct should have a permanent place in your bathroom. Get ready to say goodbye to acne, fine lines, and pigmentation!

Polish - This cranberry enzyme mask is your weekly treat. Polish is our most popular mask that provides gentle exfoliation without the downtime. Enzymes gently remove dead skin from the surface without damaging the deeper levels of skin. Use Polish once a week to reveal glowing, youthful skin.

Quench - Your dry skin's savior! Quench delivers intense moisture that absorbs quickly and leaves your skin moisturized without a greasy finish. Hyaluronic acid deeply hydrates the skin while peptides aid in rejuvenation of skin cells. This is a can't-miss moisturizer you won't be sorry you tried.

Clear Plus + - Firm, hydrate, and soothe skin with this lightly citrus scented mist. Clear Plus+ aids in serum activation and adds an extra hydration boost. Use Clear Plus+ after your serum application to activate all the goodness on your skin.

Purify - Cleanse your skin like a pro. Purify is our gentle, effective enzyme cleanser. Orange and Pink Grapefruit essential oils leave your skin clean and invigorate the senses. This SLS-Free cleanser is right out of nature, and ready to give you naturally clean, nourished skin.

Replenish - Your antioxidant power lifter! Replenish is beneficial for all skin types and can be used twice daily to boost your skin's immunity to free-radical damage. Replenish and Protect make a great couple in protecting your skin from sun and environmental damage.

Rescue - The humble miracle worker. Rescue may look small, but it's stature is quite mighty! This patented serum holds the power of Trioxolane, a revolutionary ingredient found in ancient Oriental medicine. Rescue improves the overall health of your skin aiding in healing acne, inflammation, scars, and larger skin discomforts like eczema and psoriasis. Rescue helps neutralize daily toxins that find their way into our skin making this the ultimate must-have with incredible results.

Protect - What is a skincare routine without protection from the sun? Protect SPF 30 is a gentle, mineral based sun shield that nourishes your skin while keeping the sun's harmful rays away from your precious skin. This winner is chemical and fragrance-free. Protect is great for all Fitzpatrick's, ages, and skin types with it's sheer finish and lovely natural scent, this SPF will become your skincare BFF.

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Is there anything better than knowing you can use delicious fruits, not only to eat, BUT to treat your skin? Here at Osmosis we are simply obsessed with utilizing the wonderful benefits of fruit. Fruits boast healthy doses of antioxidants, enzymes, and vitamins that are just as good in your body as they are when used topically. This month for our Osmosis ABC's we are taking an in-depth look at the incredible benefits of Goji Berries. These tart, subtly sweet little gems are a powerful skincare ingredient that we love taking advantage of. Let's dive in and see why Goji Berries are a vital skincare ingredient!

Now you understand why we love this powerful fruit. We love using this ingredient in our Colour Line, making it not only a fun makeup line, but one that treats the skin as well. Let's take a look at what products you can use to get all the benefits of our favorite berry.

Melt Away Gelee - Remove your makeup and treat your skin to the soothing, healing benefits of goji berry.

Long Wear Liquid Foundation - Let your skin soak up the benefits of this berry all while getting long lasting coverage! Multi-tasking at its finest.

Lipstick - Your lips are very sensitive, their thin skin needs a little extra loving and that is just what our lipsticks do with the firming, toning, and hydrating benefits of Goji.

Shade Moisturizing SPF - Protect your skin in more ways than one with the powerful antioxidants of goji berries. Your skin will thank you for being its body guard!

Learn where to shop for this ingredient all star here.

There’s no doubt about it, summer is here and that means sunburn season is here too. We have been focusing on sun protection since the inception of our line, we know how important it is to protect the largest exposed organ on your body and we want you to be just as diligent as we are about protecting the skin you're in. Tank tops, shorts, and flip flops are the uniform of the season, which is always quite stylish, but leaves your body less than protected. The question is what can you do to keep your skin youthful and safe without having to walk around in a snowsuit in the summer (that makes us start sweating just thinking about it!)?

Sun protection relies on more than just sunscreen. We want to share our top tips on full body protection from the inside out.

* SPF: Wear sunscreen from head to toe. Use Protect (now in a 200ml tube) as your first source of protection. Protect is sheer, lightly hydrating and smells simply divine. This SPF is perfect for the face and body. We like keeping a small tube in our cars to make sure we re-apply on our hands and arms while we are out and about.

* Harmonized Water: 20 minutes before leaving to go on your outdoor adventure (beach anyone?), take 5 pumps of your desired Harmonized Water UV Formula. For those with fair skin, stick with the No Tan frequency. For those with olive skin, go for the tan enhancing formula which will provide an even dose of color without the harmful side effects. Utilize these Harmonized Waters in your re-apply stage. Simply follow up with another 5 pumps 2 hours later for ongoing protection.

* Proper Clothing and Accessories: When you are venturing off to hit the waves or the trail, make sure you give your body some extra coverage. For the outdoor adventurers, utilize baseball caps and sunglasses for eye and face protection. Check out your local sporting goods store to find t-shirts, and lightweight pants that are made with UV protection in mind. Many companies are using fabrics that allow for breathability while blocking out UV rays completely. If you are heading to the beach or pool, make sure you have a caftan or long sleeved cover up to wear when you are not in the water. Wide brim sun hats and large sunglasses provide extra shade and protection from the sun.

* Re-apply Session: It’s no secret that re-applying your SPF is kind of a pain, especially if you already have makeup on. We have a solution for you! Our Pressed Base Compacts have mineral protection built right in. Zinc and Titanium Dioxide provide coverage insurance. Just pop some on after every 2 additional hours you are in the sun!

* Umbrellas: Nowadays there are a ton of cute, fashion-forward umbrellas out there so you can give yourself some protecting shade wherever you go! Keep one in your car and in your adventure bag so you always have a backup for UV protection.

* Don’t Forget: Many people seem to forget to provide coverage to the most exposed places. Both men and women need to use sunscreen on their scalps, hands, feet, lips, and ears. These places seem to be the forgotten few. Apply a small amount of Protect to your scalp or hair-part. Coat your ears from front to back and don’t forget about those tootsies and hands. Use an SPF lip balm, or mix a bit of Protect with Refresh PM for the perfect sun protecting, anti-aging lip treatment.

* Post Sun Exposure: Once you get home from all the outdoor activities take a quick, cool shower and drink plenty of water. It is important to cool your body down. Follow with 5 pumps of Inner Harmony Harmonized Water to calm your organs and spirit. Hydrate the body with your favorite moisturizer and give your entire body a spritz of Clear or Clear + to penetrate your moisturizer deeper. Your face will need some love as well, apply Catalyst AC-11 to regenerate cells and treat post sun damage.

There you have it! Our full body, total sun protection tips. There are plenty of ways to keep yourself protected from harmful UV rays while still being able to worship the sun during these warm summer months. Get out there and be active!

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It's no secret that dermatologists and estheticians everywhere agree, that Vitamin A (aka Retinol) is the best tool to combat aging, acne, skin discoloration, sun damage and a whole bag of skin issues. BUT, what you may not know (and definitely should know) is that Vitamin A makes the skin more sensitive to sun exposure. We get asked often if Osmosis Skincare lovers should stop using their Vitamin A serum in the summer. The answer is a simple, resounding... NO! Vitamin A is such a rock star when it comes to treating the skin, you want to make sure to utilize it even when the sun is out in full force. Here are some helpful tips to utilizing Vitamin A in the Summer!

* Let your Vitamin A Serum work for you while you sleep. Apply your Vitamin A at night, skipping the morning application. Instead try StemFactor or Catalyst AC-11!

* SPF, SPF, SPF, SPF, SPF! Did you get that? Sun protection is vital EVERYDAY, especially in the summer time, and even more important when you are utilizing Vitamin A. Every morning, slather yourself with Protect and take 5 pumps of UV Neutralizer Harmonized Water. Because Vitamin A makes your skin more sensitive as it gently exfoliates dead skin, your skin is left with a mighty fresh layer that needs to be protected, even after you wash your Vitamin A off in the morning.

* Choose the right Vitamin A Serum for your face. Check out this post to learn which one is right for you!With 5 different Vitamin A's to choose from, there is no excuse not to take advantage of the one that fits best for you. Choose from: Calm, Clarify, Correct, Renew and Relieve.

* Exfoliate once a week to help your Vitamin A provide you with stronger results. We LOVE Polish, it's gentle, effective, and smells down-right delicious!

* Make sure to utilize your Vitamin A all over! Many people forget their lips, ears, neck and chest. All of these areas need some extra love. Just don't forget to protect those same places during the day.

Using your Vitamin A in the summer (and year round for that matter), is vital to keeping your skin healthy. It only takes a few small changes to make sure the summer heat and sun don't compromise your results. So get on the Vitamin A train and enjoy the ride to glowing, beautiful skin!

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Protection is key for a safe and happy summer. As you know by now, your skin is quite delicate to the sun, and we want to make sure you are the Kevin Costner to your own Whitney Huston. The best way to be your own body guard is to use an effective SPF. That is why we LOVE Protect. This SPF is the best way to shield your skin from harmful UV rays, let's take a closer look at why Protect should be your go to body (and face) guard.

* Zinc - Zinc is a natural, mineral block that completely protects your skin from the sun's rays naturally and effectively.
*Safflower Oil - With natural amounts of Linoleic Acid, a great omega-6 fatty acid best known for its aid in healing, hydrating and plumping the skin, this oil is perfect for refining the skin's texture and also aids in reducing acne and mild rashes.
*Sunflower Seed Oil - Sunflower Seed Oil is known as the great barrier. It's strong binding action helps lock in moisture and protect the skin's natural barrier.
*Radish Root - This is a natural alternative to nasty preservatives like Parabens. It also has strong anti-fungal and anti-microbial properties which aids in keeping the skin clean and bacteria free.
*Grapefruit Peel Oil - Grapefruit Peel Oil is a wonderful treatment for sagging skin. This wonder oil aids in toning and tightening the skin giving you a healthy, natural glow.
*Witch Hazel - This ingredient has a multitude of skin benefits. Not only does it help treat acne, it also helps soothe redness, swelling, and inflammation. Witch Hazel is a great natural treatment for Eczema and Psoriasis making this SPF a great choice for even the most sensitive skin types.

There you have it, why you should choose to protect yourself with Protect. We now have a 200 mL tube that'll make going to the beach a whole lot easier!

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We're back with another ABC's of Osmosis! This month we are talking all about C's... one of our favorite ingredients is none other than Calendula! Let's break down this little miracle.

Calendula is native to the Mediterranean and has a pretty cool blooming schedule. It gets its name from the word calendar, blooming once a month, often with the full moon lunar cycle. Calendula is part of the marigold family, but don't confuse it with the common garden variety. Let's take a closer look as all the holistic benefits of this blooming beauty:

So where can you find Calendula in Osmosis products?

Immerse: Drench your skin in healing moisture. Immerse works wonders for those with chapped, dry skin... if you happen to live in a location with high altitude, this is your go-to product for soft, smooth, flake-free skin.

Shade: How perfect that this wonder ingredient is in one of our favorite SPF products? Shade will not only provide your skin with a protective shield against UV rays, but the calendula will help keep your skin healthy and balanced.

Apple Organic Mask (professional only) This mask helps soothe, calm and treat irritated and inflamed skin. This makes for the perfect treatment for even the most sensitive skin types.

Tune in next month for another look at some of our favorite ingredients!

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Hold on and take cover! Actually, just take cover... and by cover, we mean get ultimate coverage with our true blue, Pressed Base! This month we are shining the spotlight on this skin perfecting, semi-matte powder that happens to be perfect for all skin types and tones!

Our Pressed Base has been a hero of ours for a long time. It's true to tone, medium to full coverage is the perfect foundation that keeps your skin looking like skin. The bonus with this product is the base of Zinc and Titanium Dioxide which provide natural sun protection. So for anyone who isn't willing to remove their makeup mid-day to reapply their SPF, this little powder is the perfect skin protection insurance policy! Just dust a little more at midday for your SPF touch up.

Here are more reasons to add our Pressed Base to your makeup bag!

Honeysuckle Flower Extract: This little flower has some powerful holistic skin benefits. Not only is it a great antiseptic (great for keeping skin clear and clean) it has antioxidants AND anti-inflammatory benefits. This ingredient helps soothe skin and calm blemishes.

Green Tea Extract: It's no secret that green tea is a miracle worker for the body, it's also a powerful skin protector when used topically. This extract prevents collagen breakdown, protects skin from free-radicals, inflammation, AND kills bacteria!

Moringa Seed Oil: This plant has been dubbed the miracle tree. The oil extracted from it is rich in phytonutrients which provide some butt-kicking benefits for your skin. It's antibacterial and antimicrobial qualities help keep skin blemish free. It's powerful antioxidants protect skin by neutralizing pollutants and free-radicals. This miracle oil also slows the speed of premature aging!

Vitamins A, C and E: This multivitamin trifecta protects, soothes and hydrates skin. These three ingredients work incredibly well together with their antioxidant boost, brightening power, and damage reducing qualities.

WOW, what a powerhouse product! The spotlight will continue to shine on this superstar for years to come. You can easily build this product up for full coverage, we love using our Base Brush for that, or the Full Face Brush or Large Accent Brush for light to medium coverage. This baby is also sweat resistant, making it the perfect product for all seasons! Next time you need a new foundation, get your hands on this multitasking powder, you wont be sorry!

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Now-a-days it’s no secret that SPF is an important, if not the most important step in your skincare routine; yet, there are people out there who still don’t wear it, who still don’t “click” with the reasons why you need to wear it, and those who just don’t take their skincare seriously. May is Skin Cancer Awareness Month. It is indeed so important to have an all-star SPF in your routine. If there could be one thing to change or add to your routine it would be sunscreen. Even if your skincare steps are only...ehem, one step (washing your face with bar soap...eeeekk the horror)! We must insist that you at least add sun protection to your daily routine. Why are there so many things we need to do to our skin you may find yourself asking… Well, to put it simply, our skin is the largest organ of our body, and it’s on the exterior! This means our skin is like a giant sponge absorbing elements around us that we cannot see. You can’t see UVA or UVB rays, you can’t see free radicals, and you can’t see airborne germs. BUT, just like you can’t see the air you breathe, you know you need it right? In turn, just because you can’t see the harmful elements doesn’t mean they can’t hurt you. There is a pretty simple statistic that will hopefully give you an Oprah style “Ah-Ha” moment.

That is a huge range of prevention that is EASY to do!

First up is Shade SPF 30. This broad spectrum mineral SPF provides the ultimate protection utilizing both Zinc and Titanium Dioxide. The best part of Shade is that it is also a moisturizer. That means it’s perfect for those who don’t like a whole lotta fuss in their skincare routine. This will give you two steps in one! Arnica Extract, Goji Berry and Cranberry Extract AND Passion Fruit Oil protects your skin in the most luxurious way. Arnica helps heal the skin from bruising and current sun damage, while Goji Berry, Cranberry, and Passion Fruit Oil provide a whole variety of antioxidants, moisture, free radical protection, and antibacterial/microbial benefits (perfect for those who struggle with acne).

Second on base is Protect. This sheer SPF 30 is gluten-free and vegan giving you ultimate protection from Zinc Oxide. Witch Hazel, Sunflower Oil and Grapefruit Oil treat your skin to light hydration, antibacterial, anti-inflammatory, and soothing properties. This lightweight SPF wears beautifully under makeup and never feels greasy!

The best part about both of our SPF’s is that they don’t smell like an SPF! They smell quite divine, and never feel thick or goopy.

Find out where to shop for your SPF Perfection here.

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