Do you ever read the ingredient deck of a product and wonder what the heck some of them actually do? We are happy to introduce our newest column to our blog, the ABC's of Osmosis. Here we will break down specific ingredients, to better understand how they benefit your skin and wellness. First on deck is an Osmosis favorite, Allantoin.
Allantoin is a plant derived compound that is a favorite among herbalists and skincare specialists. It soothes skin while calming inflammation, helps to moisturize and rejuvenate the skin decreasing scar tissue and creating smoother texture which is why we love it.
You can find this wonder ingredient in these products:
*Age Defying Treatment Concealer - Perfect for soothing the sensitive under eye area, not only will you get great coverage, but this concealer will treat your under eye area with care!
*Hydralift Gel Mask - Get ready to plump it up! The Hydralift Gel Mask is a HUGE dose of hydration, this is the perfect post-procedure mask to keep skin protected and help it heal.
*Apple Organic Mask (Professional) - Calm irritated skin and help new skin cells surface for ultimate skin protection.
*Soothing Gel Herbal Mask (Professional) - Perfect for post sun exposure! Cool and soothe irritated inflamed skin with this gentle, calming mask.
We hope you now love Allantoin as much as we do! This is a key ingredient to keep skin feeling AND looking its best!
Find out where to shop here. To experience the benefits of Allantoin with a Skincare Professional, find a spa near you here.
We recently completed a clinical study on Catalyst AC-11®, one in a series of three DNA Repair Serums. This is very exciting for Osmosis because the results are amazing! This study shows improvement in the appearance of actinic keratosis, capillary visibility, as well as the firming and elasticity of the skin, and more!
How is Catalyst AC-11® doing this? We utilize Vitamin C in the form of L-ascorbic acid which is essential in forming proteins in the skin. We then take alpha ketoglutarate, a key intermediate in the Krebs cycle, to enhance the activity of L-ascorbic acid for even more protein production. By adding amino acids we also provide the skin with building blocks to create protein. This isn't your normal Vitamin C Serum though. The main focus: to repair damage in our DNA.
DNA is the essential communicator within our cells, instructing each cell how to function. With extensive damage that comes from normal aging processes, environmental exposures, and lifestyle, our cells perform less efficiently. Repairing that damage is essential to healthier, younger functioning skin.
Catalyst AC-11® taps into an innate repair mechanism called Zinc Fingers and a clinically proven DNA repair ingredient extracted from nature, AC-11™. Zinc Fingers are created by combining Vitamin C, amino acids, copper, and zinc. In our skin the repair DNA damage as well as cellular division and differentiation. AC-11™, on the other hand, is an extract from Cat's Claw that has powerful DNA repair ability and is clinically proven to correct and prevent the formation of Thymine-Thymine Dimers, a mutation in our DNA that occurs from UV exposure. It also decreases erythema, or redness, from excess sun exposure and improves immunity in our skin. These two repair mechanisms that are taking skincare to the next level are why Catalyst AC-11® is so good at repairing wounds, decreasing the appearance of capillaries and precancerous lesions along with improving firmness and elasticity.
With a cellular focus, we see results that far surpass other products on the market. We are now creating younger skin with permanent results.
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