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Retinoids vs Bakuchiol. Is bakuchiol, a potential alternative to retinoids?

Product and Treatment Education – January 14, 2021

Retinoids vs Bakuchiol. Is bakuchiol, a potential alternative to retinoids?

  Bakuchiol vs Retinoids -  Is bakuchiol,a potential alternative to retinoids? Bakuchiol is a natural antioxidant and anti-ageing ingredient found in the seeds and leaves of the plant Psoralea Corylifolia. This plant, also known as babchi, is native to and grows wild throughout India, where it plays a role in Ayurvedic medicine. Bakuchiol is a new molecule that has a similar effect on retinoid receptors, but having no structural resemblance to retinoids family, but is considered a functional analogue of retinol. 

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The benefits of Hyaluronic acid serums for wrinkles and skin ageing.

Product and Treatment Education – December 01, 2020

The benefits of Hyaluronic acid serums for wrinkles and skin ageing.

So why do we need to add it to our skin if its already produced by the body? Put simply, hyaluronic acid is a molecule with a short life cycle, so 30-50% of it degrades every 24 hours. We also see a natural decline in our natural hyaluronic acid levels as we age. This starts to decrease in our 20s, accelerating further as we reach our 40s. These two factors combined can contribute to signs of ageing including dryness, fine lines and wrinkles, uneven skin texture, loss of firmness, and the appearance of loss of facial fullness. Adding hyaluronic acid topically with a serum can help to address these issues by topping up the natural hyaluronic acid that we have lost. HA Intensifier read more 

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SkinCeutical Glycolic Wash - Read what India Knight had to say about it on The Sunday Times Style Magazine on 10th May 2020.

Product and Treatment Education – May 12, 2020

SkinCeutical Glycolic Wash - Read what India Knight had to say about it on The Sunday Times Style Magazine on 10th May 2020.

India Knight recommends that you try this product. "I have fallen in love with SkinCeuticals Glycolic Renewal Cleansing Gel. This great product gets rid of all the stuff clogging up your skin and quickly makes it look fresher and more even". @thestyle @skinceutical_uki Glycolic Renewal Cleanser and the Glycolic 10 Renew Overnight compliment each other to  help you achieve the “glow” that you desire for your skin.                                             

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SkinCeuticals Retinol Blog Post - what is it, what are the benefits, and possible side effects

Product and Treatment Education – August 12, 2019

What Is Retinol? Benefits and Possible Side Effects

What Is Retinol?Retinol is a synthetic derivative of Vitamin A, an antioxidant that is essential for healthy eyes and skin. Because the body cannot produce this vitamin on its own, it needs to be supplied by diet and/or topical skincare. It is often added to anti-ageing products for its ability to promote skin cell turnover, build collagen, fight free radicals and erase fine lines and wrinkles.

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