2019 is all about self care and fresh-faced beauty. "Gone are the days of heavily-applied makeup. Extra full coverage foundations with loads of concealer and defined contour lines are becoming a trend of the past." says Ami Mallon. Stay in-the-know with this year's hottest skin and makeup looks with these five beauty routine must-haves.
Your Skin-Enhanced Makeup
Think
CC Creams, dewy finishes, and
shine-enhanced features. This year we're continuing to move away from heavy-handed makeup and letting our natural beauty shine through - and we are so here for it!
Achieve a brilliant glowing look by applying a
Facial Oil underneath your makeup and topping it off with a
Finishing Mist.
Non-Irritating Vitamin As
The beauty industry is finally starting to come around to the idea that you don't have to harm the skin to get youthful results (a philosophy we've been preaching for years). Retinaldehyde is a form of Vitamin A that is easily recognized, absorbed, and stored by the skin for long-lasting results without the irritation.
Pst... yes, you can apply our
Vitamin As in the morning and go out in the sun (you can also use them during pregnancy!).
Internals
Treating skin conditions at the source is what we do best here at Osmosis and now it's all the rage! Instead of masking symptoms, dive inside the body with
supplements that heal common skin concerns from the inside out. Check out how to target gut health and detox deeper
here.
Plumped, Glossy Lips
There's always a time and place for bold lip colors, those may never go out of style. But to complement the glowy skin trend, juicy glosses are making a serious comeback. Our newly formulated
Lip Glazes replaced rich pigments with sheer shine and deliver a natural plumping effect for a kissable finish.
Skincare Your Way
Gone are the days of one-size-fits-all skincare products, as bespoke beauty is on the rise. Find an
Osmosis Skincare Professional near you receive a custom treatment unique to your individual skin and body concerns.
Shop all your beauty needs
here.
Osmosis is proud to partner with such passionate professionals that take your skin to heart and live to make you look and feel your best every single day. We reached out and asked them to share their "why" with us, their journey through esthetics, and the raw challenges and rewarding nature of this career. First up, is Jodi Rome with Glowing Skin Care Salon in Solvang, California.
Jodi has over 15 years of experience in the beauty industry and has had the opportunity to work with some of the foremost leaders in both skincare and cosmetics. In addition, she has worked as an educator for major skincare manufacturers and has had the pleasure of training hundreds of beauty professionals throughout her career. Jodi will take this knowledge and perform an amazing facial coupled with the best doctor-developed products available and transform your skin.
Q1: What inspired you to become an esthetician?
"I call it my "mid-life crisis moment", the moment I decided to go back to school and get my esthetician's license. I was in my late 30's and needed a job, so I reached out to an Account Executive of a major luxury brand and asked for a job; I was hired as an independent contractor to do facials in a department store setting. I had never done a facial! I was trained and found that I LOVE it; I loved making people feel good. And so began the most rewarding career I could have ever asked to be a part of."
Q2: What is one tip that has helped you succeed in your practice that you would want to share with your fellow esthies?
"It's difficult to give just one tip so I will add a couple more. Be authentic, show up 100% for every appointment, and be on time, every time.
Q3: What are your favorite self-care habits after a long day of taking care of others?
"Self-care is so important, we preach it daily. I spray my treatment room with palo santo every night, it helps cleanse the day's events (energy) so I can start fresh the following morning. I am a bit of an introvert so my re-charge has to do with a calm and relaxing environment, enter my 2 amazing and loving cats! Chilling with my kitties makes every day feel like a great day!"
Q4: What is your proudest accomplishment?
"My proudest accomplishment was understanding and knowing that I could support myself in an industry that is not only emotionally rewarding, but also very competitive. Thriving and not just surviving is an incredibly powerful feeling!"
Q5: How do you stay passionate about what you do every day?
"Staying passionate comes easily when you do something you love but there are times, I won't lie, when I need a little bit of a push. Education and newness help motivate me; I try to stay on top of my game, always.
So, next time you visit your Esthetician, be sure to show a little extra love and gratitude because, as you can see, they sure do love you!
Find a Skincare Professional near you
here.
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!
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.
Achieving glowing skin from within is the name of our game, and when we can get that with a tasty summer treat, that's a win-win in our book! Check out this refreshing green goddess smoothie that will give your taste buds and your skin a nourishing pick-me-up.
What You'll Need:
1/2 Cup Green Grapes
1/2 Banana
1/2 Granny Smith Apple Chopped
1 1/2 Cup Fresh Spinach
1 Cup Coconut Water, Pineapple Juice, or Almond Milk (depending on how creamy or tangy you like it)
1/2 Small Avocado
1 Tbs Chia Seeds
TIP: We recommend freezing all the fruits so there is no need for ice!
Instructions:
Add all ingredients to a high-powered blender and blend until smooth and creamy. If the mixture is too thick, add your liquid of choice until it's thin enough to easily combine. Pour into your favorite glass, top with more chia seeds or shaved coconut, and enjoy your radiance inside and out!
Savor your smoothie with a luxurious face mask to enhance results and make a daily self-care routine out of it. Interested in other foods that feed your skin? Read more here.
While at-home treatments are convenient, necessary, and encouraged (lookin' at you, self-care Sundays!), hitting the spa periodically is essential and goes far beyond glowing skin. Discover the tools your skin needs that can only be obtained with monthly visits to your Skincare Professional.
1. Increased Circulation.
Facial massages done by a Professional help relax the muscles and body, boosting circulation and blood flow through the skin to encourage cell renewal for a glowing, youthful complexion. They also have devices that further improve circulation and product penetration, and when paired with our holistic philosophy and technique, it is sure to deliver optimal results you could not achieve at home.
2. Boost Hydration & Skin Nutrients.
Professional-grade
treatment add-ons work to maintain and repair the skin's lipid barrier, locking in moisture to ensure it stays supple, healthy, and strong all year long!
3. Personalized Home Care Regimen.
Get personalized protocols to take home with you that work best with your unique skin and body to boost results that last long after you leave the treatment room. Who better to guide your journey to radiance than those who know you and your skin best?
4. Stress Relief.
We all know how relaxing it is to hit the spa, but are we really aware of the importance of treating yourself? Taking the time to fully relax while taking care of your skin and body can do wonders for your mental health and stress levels. Conquer stress build-up and the toll it takes on your skin, and leave the treatment room feeling fresh, rejuvenated, and relaxed!
5. Expert Skin Analysis.
You can only stick with that grocery store cleanser and moisturizer for so long. Skincare Professionals are skilled experts that live to treat your skin. Visiting your esthetician allows your true skin to be revealed, and from there you can know exactly what to do. Osmosis utilizes a unique approach with our
Holistic Skin Mapping to help identify the source of your skin concerns.
6. Because You Deserve It!
We spend so much time taking care of everything and everyone else that all too often we forget to take care of ourselves. Taking just a couple of hours a month to yourself to give yourself some me-time at the spa will energize your mind, body, and soul, leaving your ready to tackle whatever life throws your way!
If you don't already have a go-to spa or salon, find one near you
here!
Whether it's just seasonal or climate-based dryness, a high caffeine diet, or a result of over-exfoliation, sometimes your daily moisturizer just doesn't cut it and you need something that packs a little more punch. Continuing on our journey through the Moisturizing Collection, we are thrilled to dive into the power of Remedy Healing Balm, an ultra-hydrating mask that works to repair the barrier instead of "coating" the skin. It's just the boost of soothing moisture you need when dry skin takes its toll.
Remedy is chock-full of anti-inflammatory and healing agents that work to encourage and support the skin's natural recovery functions, soothing irritation and alleviating redness. It reduces visible signs of stress in the skin while preventing further damage.
Ingredients to Love
Shea Butter
Rich with hydrating and conditioning agents that contain a fatty acid profile (crazy good for the elasticity of the skin) and assists with protection and cellular repair.
Licorice Root Extract
Contains a high content of potent antioxidants, while providing anti-inflammatory, lightening, calming, soothing, and immune-boosting benefits. It helps to normalize oil production while fading dark spots and blemishes, PLUS it offers anti-aging properties. This powerful ingredient just about does it all!
Gotu Kola Leaf Extract
An antioxidant-rich plant extract that delivers a source of amino acids to assist in healing and minimize scarring. It also contains soothing properties!
Wild Cherry Bark Extract
Has historically been used to treat rashes, psoriasis, and eczema because of its anti-inflammatory and astringent properties as it helps to soothe, detox, and heal.
When to Call on a Healing Balm
When you need more than a sheer daily moisturizer, healing balms may be your answer. If your skin is not taking to a
lighter moisturizer, it most likely means there is a greater underlying problem and the skin is in need of repair. Remedy is excellent for sunburns, post-procedure, and other skin conditions such as eczema or psoriasis to promote healing of the irritation and soothe redness.
PRO TIP: This can also be used as an intensely hydrating sleep mask because of the thick viscosity. Apply to the face before bed and wake up with a smooth, supple complexion.
Shop your Healing Balm
here!
Calling all night-cappers and Wine-Wednesday extraordinaires! We hear buzz on the internet all the time about how a glass of wine can offer the same benefits as going to the gym. Or that, lucky for us, red wine has tremendous health benefits for our brains and hearts. And we all know that nothing feels better after a long day than a salt bath paired with a big glass, so it's got to be good for stress, right? Well, we're cracking the code and busting myths about our vino habits. Will a glass a day really keep the doctor away? And what does it do for our beauty routine? Let's find out!
Red Wine & Your Skin
The Good News: Red wine contains high levels of antioxidants, including flavonoids (ingredients found in our Moisturizing Collection), which can help restore collagen and elastin while protecting against cell damage. It has also been found to provide acne-clearing benefits when applied topically with a cotton ball or spray bottle because of its anti-inflammatory properties, giving you a smooth complexion and alluring glow!
What you need to know: While wine does contain ingredients that are beneficial to the skin, it also contains natural sugars from the grape which, when consumed in excess, can have adverse effects on the skin resulting in a purging of toxins in the form of acne or rosacea. Moderation is key!
Red Wine & Your Weight
The Good News: The resveratrol in red wine does contain heart-healthy aspects that can reduce "bad cholesterol" while increasing the "good cholesterol" to help maintain healthy fat cells while lowering the risk of blood clots.
What you need to know: There was an article released recently revealing that "a glass of red wine is the equivalent to an hour at the gym", and if this seemed just a little too good to be true, that's because it was. Unfortunately, this is not true. The amount of resveratrol in wine is not nearly enough to deliver noticeable benefits. If you're looking for a boost of this "fat-burning" compound, reach for a handful of blueberries, grapes, or strawberries instead.
Red Wine & Your Health
The Good News: The health benefits of red wine typically outweigh most other alcoholic beverages such as beer, liquor, or even white wine. It does contain heart-healthy components from the polyphenols that reduce inflammation and protect your cardiovascular system. It can encourage a healthy blood pressure and even promote brain health to a certain degree. And, as well all know, it can significantly reduce stress levels.
What you need to know: All of the health benefits that wine offers, can easily be counteracted when consumed in excess (aka, more than a glass or two). Too much of it can harm the liver and increase blood pressure, as well as increase risk of various cancers and diabetes. Enjoy your glass and then call it good.
The bottom line? Yes, your bath time companion does contain health benefits, but only when consumed in moderation. Raise a (single) glass to those antioxidants, then cork your bottle until the next night. Check out more ways to promote beauty from within with these foods!
Osmosis Moisturizing Collection is luxuriously hydrating, healing, and rich in all the yummy goodness your skin needs to repair and improve its function and integrity. All four products in the collection provide unique benefits and play a significant roll in the restoration of your skin's barrier, so we're breaking down each product in detail over the next 4 months so you can absorb all the information you need and gain a better understanding of your skin's health and hydration! First up... Nourish! Let's take a peek.
Nourish is an organic facial oil comprised of frequency-enhanced, cold-pressed avocado oil to plump the skin and improve elasticity, restoring a youthful glow! The skin soaks up this quick-absorbing formula like a sponge, eliminating any oily residue and leaving you with a supple radiance.
Ingredients to Love:
- Seabuckthorn Oil: Utilizes its high fatty acid content, as well as natural sources of vitamins A and E to help with cellular regeneration, wound healing, and hydration levels of the epidermis.
- Raspberry Seed Oil: Contains natural anti-inflammatory properties to reduce redness and irritation while promoting healing of the barrier. Being large part linoleic acid, it is great for acneic skin helping to moisturize and reduce water loss in the skin.
-Avocado Oil: The spotlight ingredient of this sumptuous facial oil! Cold-pressed and chock-full of vitamins, minerals, protein, lecithin, and fatty acids, this is best used for healing and regenerating.
Facial Oil vs. Cream Moisturizers:
Both oils and creams are highly beneficial in providing hydration, protection, and many other benefits to the skin. But, when do you choose a facial oil over a cream moisturizer and vice versa?
Oils are usually derived from plants, fruits, or botanicals, so if you're looking for simplistic, all-natural ingredients in your skincare, this is the way to go!
If your skin is compromised, the facial oil will gently help rebuild the barrier until it is in better condition as it is more soothing to the skin.
Moisturizers are more about replacing the loss of lipids on the epidermis and typically contain a higher dose of active ingredients.
Pro Tips:
- Layer underneath your
makeup for a dewy glow!
- Chapped lips? Combine Nourish with your favorite
gloss for a plump pout!
Reach for Nourish when dryness and sensitivity strike to get a head start on healing, then be sure to
evaluate your lifestyle to promote permanent healing from within!
Peanut butter and jelly, macaroni and cheese, Batman and Robin. Some things are just better together! Here are some of our favorite dynamic duos that give you more to love and enhance your routine.
This classic pairing goes hand-in-hand and is a given in any makeup routine to create a flawless finish to last all day!
These two utilize the same powerful ingredient to repair damage and enhance immunity, one tackles the skin while the other does the job internally! For ultimate restoration inside and out, use them together in your routine!
Taking a weekend trip to the mountains? Harness the holistic powers of Altitude Water to harmonize cell function when you're way above sea level, then call on Protect to shield your skin from the harsh rays up there as well as deliver extra moisture when the dry air strikes.
Create your own Liquid Foundation by combining our organic, skin-plumping moisturizer with the luxury mineral Loose Base to create an irresistible, creamy formula with a customized texture just the way you like it!
Add a couple drops of Nourish to Tropical Mango Mask and apply as a sleep mask for intense moisture and barrier repair. These two compliment each other so well and will not only deliver a nourishing self-care treatment to your skin, but the light, refreshing aroma will serve as a sensory delight.
Let us know your favorite Osmosis product pairings in the comments below!
We all have our "secret weapons" when it comes to our beauty routine. Here at Osmosis, we love to pass our hacks around HQ as everyone is always coming up with different creative ways to mix, enhance, or apply products that create new and improved results! So, we decided to share them with you! Tune in as Team Osmosis shares some of our favorite tips and tricks on how to get creative with your Osmosis products for unique, multi-purpose results.
Founder/Formulator & CEO, Dr. Ben Johnson - Serum Cocktail
"My latest routine is that I try to get in at least 3 pumps of Renew and 3 pumps of Catalyst AC-11 every day. Since Renew is not sensitizing and Catalyst is dark, this combo works so well to maximize my skin's rejuvenation efforts."
Osmosis President, Robin McGee - Conceal, don't Peel
"One of my favorite tricks is to utilize the moisture stick from our
Age-Defying Treatment Concealer on my lips for a supple, hydrated look. Then, I apply the concealer itself before adding Lip Liner or Lipstick to keep it from running into any fine lines! This is my secret weapon for a perfect pucker every day!"
Director of Sales, Claudia - A Walk Through the Tropics
"I love putting
Tropical Mango Mask on my feet at night, then sleeping with socks on. I wake up with the most silky-soft feet! If you have a job where you're on your feet all day, this is a must-try treatment, it works like a charm!"
Director of Education, Kristin - Fill the Fine Lines
"I always use
Refresh PM on my lips before applying color. It conditions them and feels sooo good! Plus, it's liquid crystal component adds a lovely shimmer to a matte lipstick! I also like to pat the eye serum over my makeup on my orbital bone and upper cheeks to soften the appearance of crows feet and deliver a subtle highlight."
Director of Web & Social Media, Diane - Multi-Tasking Heroes
"As a busy mom, runner, and working professional, multi-tasking and efficiency are the tricks of my trade. I love when I can knock out two birds with one stone to help shave a few minutes off my morning routine. One of my favorites is mixing
CC Cream with a bit of
Quench for light coverage and moisture. And I rarely leave the house without a touch of concealer under my eyes and
Mascara to help me look and feel more refreshed and put-together."
Graphic Designer, Elle - Super-Supplements
"I don't go a day without taking
Environmental Detox, it's my saving grace! I love taking it in the morning with breakfast and right after my afternoon yoga. It helps control my oily skin and keeps me feeling healthy and energized!"
We'd love to hear your own beauty hacks, too! Post your favorite tips and tricks in the comments below for a chance to be featured on our social media platforms!
