“From Sea to Face.” By Chanté Robinson

 Sea moss is not only a superstar in the kitchen as that power ingredient to add to your smoothies or any meal for that matter, but it also has AH-MAZING benefits for your skin due to its high vitamin and mineral content and ability to help the skin retain moisture. In essence, it’s a hero for your skin and body.

First, let’s get this out of the way, Sea moss is an Irish red seaweed that grows abundantly on the Atlantic shoreline of Ireland. A type of algae, it also goes by the name of Chondrus Crispus. 

Facts on facts on facts; ”Irish moss is non-comedogenic, and hydrating and can remedy dry and irritated skin. It contains essential elements that make up the human body; this includes, but is not limited to, calcium, sulfur, magnesium, potassium, vitamin A and vitamin K—all ingredients that help reduce wrinkles, hydrate the skin, and protect from environmental elements.  It’s rich in sulfur, antibacterial, antiviral, and antimicrobial functions, and believed to help with balancing the skin microbiome. High amounts of sulfur can decrease sebum production and assist with breakouts. Psoriasis and eczema can benefit from this powerhouse seaweed as well. Other nutrients found are Vitamin A, Omega 3, iodine, and fiber (fiber is a prebiotic which could increase the good flora in the gut)! If you don’t feel like using this on your skin, you can eat it and work on your skin from the inside out while greatly benefiting your entire body.” - Dr. David Jack, Lisa Borg, Cocokind. 

I’ve been using sea moss since the beginning of quarantine, and it’s become my favorite daily mask to use morning or night (or sometimes twice a day, shh).  I keep it in the refrigerator because I enjoy the cold gel on my skin, and I leave it on until it’s completely dry. I can attest to the healing and unique benefits of this seaweed. It’s helped tremendously with hydration, clarity of my skin, reduction in sebum,  and irritation, hyperpigmentation, and significantly reducing the breakouts on my chin from wearing masks.

 

Skincare brands that use sea moss:

-Algenist Irish Moss

-Cocokind Sea Moss Exfoliator

-Previse Defend Diagnostic Level 4 & 5 Moisturizer

INGREDIENT SPOTLIGHT: FULVIC ACID – by Chanté Robinson

Fulvic acid is a star ingredient to look for in your skincare products due to its outstanding and versatile repertoire, but, before you get excited thinking this may be another exfoliating acid to use, you should know it is neither an AHA nor BHA, it's not an acid at all, tricky, right?! However, it very skin-friendly, so no need to worry about an increase in skin woes or a stripped acid mantle (aka skin barrier) if you consider adding in products with this members-only ingredient.

This warrior ingredient is water-soluble and has a smaller molecular structure that makes it an effective delivery system on its own to get vitamins, trace minerals, and vital nutrients to the cells. It's also a terrific antioxidant that helps to fight free-radical damage, has a significant impact on wrinkles, fine lines, and sagging skin. FYI, most ingredients need to use partner ingredients to give them the ability to penetrate the skin.

Here's where versatility comes in even more; fulvic acid has anti-fungal, anti-viral, anti-bacterial, and anti-inflammatory benefits and can be taken orally and used topically. Skin conditions like acne, eczema, psoriasis, rosacea, and dermatitis could benefit significantly from fulvic acid. It's also a potent hydrator with its natural electrolyte content to help restore and energize the skin.

 As you can see, fulvic acid has extraordinary benefits for everyone, no matter the skin condition or where you fall on the Fitzpatrick scale; this remarkable ingredient assists in every stage of cellular rejuvenation! 🌟

Some products that have this amazing ingredient….

 

Osmosis Infuse nutrient activating mist

GLYMEDPLUS skin restoring fulvic elixir

 Käbï Organic moisturizing and antioxidant peat mask

 

 

"What’s The Tea About Green Tea?" - by Cora Speidel

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 Green Tea has many general health benefits due to its antioxidants, amino acids and other naturally occurring nutrients. But did you know Green Tea can provide superior benefits for your skin when applied topically?

Green tea is rich in polyphenols and flavonoids such as epigallocatechin-3-gallate (EGCG.)  With these properties, green tea extract has been shown to improve skin barrier functions, serve as antioxidant protection and boost sun protection.

The large amount of polyphenols in green tea helps slow down the aging process as well as reduce inflammation.  Green tea extract naturally contains some caffeine, a known vasoconstrictor, which can help reduce puffiness of dark circles and bloating of the face when applied topically.

Green tea also has astringent properties which aids in the reduction of sebum production and has antibacterial agents due to its polyphenols. This, combined with its  anti inflammatory properties, makes it a fantastic ingredient for acne prone skin and other inflammatory skin conditions.

If you’re looking for a great product to take advantage of Green Tea’s skin benefits, make sure to check out our Dermaspace Green Tea Antioxidant Serum. This powerful antioxidant serum contains 5% green tea extract. It helps to soothe inflammation, fights free radicals, and helps balance oil production. It also contains hyaluronic acid which helps you maintain a healthy moisture barrier.