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ABC's of Osmosis - A: Allantoin


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.
Allantoin, Apple Mask, Concealer,
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Niacinamide - What it's All About!


Niacinamide is an ingredient you will find in most Osmosis Skincare products due to the multitude of benefits it has for the skin. The difference in niacinamide from other common skincare ingredients is that it is a cell communicating ingredient. This means it alters the way cells perform so we are creating permanent change in the skin instead of a temporary result.

Niacinamide, also known as Vitamin B3, offers multiple benefits for aging skin. It can improve the skin's elasticity, dramatically enhance the barrier function, help with discoloration, and help to revive skin's healthy tone and texture.

Topically applied, it can increase ceramides and free fatty acid levels in the skin to help prevent losing water content and stimulate microcirculation in the dermis which can cause a temporary flushing of the skin. Niacinamide is also known to treat uneven skin tone and acne and the red marks it leaves behind.

The terms niacin, nicinamide, and Vitamin B3 are often used interchangeable to refer to any member of this family of organic compounds, having the same biochemical activity. Niacinamide can be found in many foods including meat, fish, eggs, green vegetables, and cereal grains. When we consume these foods, we enable our bodies to produce niacinamide on its own. It is essential to the body as it increases nutrient delivery to the skin through enhancing circulation. Proven to have antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties, niacinamide assists in the fight against free-radical damage as well as calming inflamed skin.

This ingredient is seen throughout the Osmosis Skincare Line:

       *Niacinamide Powder Active - Professional
       *Powder Blends - Professional
       *Our one-of-a-kind, Facial Infusion - Professional
       *Vitamin A Serums
       *Refresh Eye Serum
       *Repair Healing Mask

To receive the benefits of liposomal delivered niacinamide, use a Vitamin A Serum once a day to start, working up to twice daily use, follow with Clear or Clear Plus+ to help drive the ingredient into the skin. And treat your skin to a hydrating chocolate mask, Repair, a couple of times a week. Your skin will thank you! 

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Anti-Inflammatory, Antioxidant, Circulation,
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