26 Oct
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How Algae Affect Wrinkles and Fine Lines On Your Skin

No longer limited to aquarium walls and sushi platters, algae are now breaking out as superstar ingredients in industries from health to skin care. From high nutrient levels to extreme hydration and antioxidant intake, people rave about the benefits of algae on their skin, especially the popular blue, brown, and red algae species.

The powerful properties of these aquatic plants help with wrinkles and fine lines and served as inspiration for the Eminence Organics Marine Flower Peptide Collection. With their reputation as the “superfood of the sea,” read on to learn how algae are changing skin care conditions.

What are algae?

First off, what are these aquatic organisms called algae? We consulted our in-house experts for clarification Katy Münter who is marine biologist and ours Vice President for Product & Education. Katy explains, “Algae are special types of photosynthetic organisms that use the sun's energy to grow. Ranging in size from a single cell to over 50 meters in length, they can be found in any environment on the planet, including marine intertidal zones, hot springs, and even in ice and snow. "

Algae have many unique adaptations that protect them from environmental damage so that they can survive in these extreme conditions. You may also not know that seaweed is one of the most sustainable ingredients in skin care. The rapid growth rates and minimal impact of the crop mean these marine superfoods can provide health benefits and skin care without worrying about the environmental impact.

Globally sourced, sustainable algae map

Benefits of blue-green, brown and red algae skin care

Algae have been used in skin care for thousands of years to keep the skin hydrated. The extraordinary properties of the algae have developed from their diverse living conditions. Thanks to advances in skin care science, we can now take advantage of the unique properties of algae.

Like land-based superfoods, blue and red algae are bright in color and contain antioxidant pigments that naturally protect the skin. These compounds strengthen the skin's defenses against a variety of environmental stressors. Algae not only act as an antioxidant powerhouse, but also contain high concentrations of nutrients and amino acids. The intensive dose of nutrients and protein building blocks regenerates the skin and offers excellent moisturizing benefits.

More precisely, the blue-green algae extract acts as a natural retinoid alternative that reduces wrinkles. The brown algae extract helps to increase the skin's appearance of firmness, moisture and elasticity thanks to its high water-holding capacity and its ability to protect against the appearance of skin aging by breaking down collagen and elastin. Finally, red algae extract contains vitamins, minerals, and amino acids to help reduce the visible signs of aging such as wrinkles and fine lines.

The marine flowers used in our collection are a selection of fresh and salt water algae from around the world. Let's examine how the diverse and advanced skin care benefits of algae show up in our Marine Flower Peptide Collection.

Algae In Eminence Organics Marine Flower Peptide Collection

The advanced algae ingredients in our Marine Flower Peptide Collection are sustainably sourced worldwide and combine minerals, amino acids and antioxidants to tighten the appearance of the skin and minimize wrinkles. This combination also provides the skin with long-lasting moisture. Merged into ours Smart collagen + complex, Algae actives provide essential nutrients such as antioxidants and amino acids to ensure skin looks smoother, plumper and more youthful. This complex is contained in our Marine Flower Peptide Eye Cream and our Marine Flower Peptide Serum.

Marine Flower Peptide Eye Cream contains red algae extract, a Smart collagen + complex, botanical peptides (rice extract) and botanical hyaluronic acid (from beetroot). This combination promotes fewer fine lines and wrinkles, reduces puffiness and provides deep moisture.

The Marine Flower Peptide Serum rejuvenates the complexion and minimizes the appearance of wrinkles. It contains both blue and red algae extract that reduce the visible signs of aging. You can also use our Marine Flower Peptide Concentrate, a gel that keeps the skin firm and supple. It contains two types of algae. Blue algae extract reduces the appearance of fine lines, while brown algae extract makes the skin appear firmer.

The Marine Flower Peptide Night Cream provides intensive moisture for dry skin and protects against transepidermal water loss (TEWL). Since the loss of water and moisture from the skin is a major cause of dry skin, this night cream works overnight to protect against TEWL.

And we can't neglect the lips! The Marine Flower Peptide Lip Serum plumps the lips and reduces the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles. Containing brown algae extract, this serum gives the skin a firm and hydrated look for a plumped and rejuvenated effect. Together, the products in the Marine Flower Peptide Collection result in a more radiant, youthful complexion with fewer fine lines and wrinkles.

Immerse yourself in our water-inspired skin care products and experience the Marine Flower Peptide Collection at an Eminence Organics Spa partner near you.

01 Sep
Blog

Peptides For The Skin: How Do They Fight The Look Of Wrinkles?

Here's a pop quiz: what are peptides and how are they related to wrinkles? Sometimes skin care buzz ingredients sound like mysterious by-products from a high school science experiment. Before you get out your biology textbook, we have a simple guide to these naturally occurring ingredients. Here's your handy cheat sheet on peptides for skin, why they work, and how they reduce the appearance of wrinkles.

Why do I get wrinkles?

Have you ever wondered what happens to your skin when you see wrinkles? The skin is made up of three layers consisting of the epidermis, dermis and hypodermis. In the dermis you will find collagen, the most important structural protein in the skin. As we get older, we lose collagen, the protein that gives our skin its hold and elasticity. Collagen is the “stone and mortar” of our skin, but as we age we slowly produce less and less of it, making the skin thinner and more sensitive. In addition to the natural aging process, collagen loss can be caused by lifestyle factors such as smoking, sun damage, or poor diet.

So where do peptides fit in? When collagen breaks down, it forms peptides that signal the skin to produce new collagen. By applying additional signal peptides through skin care products, we are actually tricking the skin into making more collagen. As a crucial step in the collagen production process, peptides promote a firmer and smoother appearance of the skin.

How peptides contribute to collagen formation

What are peptides?

As ThoughtCo explains, “A peptide is a molecule made up of two or more amino acids linked by peptide bonds.” Since proteins are also made up of amino acids, you may be wondering: what is the difference between peptides and proteins? ? Peptides contain between two and 50 amino acids, while proteins contain more than 50. Proteins are essentially large peptides (called polypeptides) that are made up of multiple peptide units; they are much longer and structurally more complex than their smaller counterparts. So while all proteins contain peptides, no peptides contain proteins. Since collagen, elastin, and keratin are all important proteins for healthy skin, the peptides involved in their formation are also critical to maintaining the health of your skin.

What are the benefits of peptides in skin care?

There are many types of peptides (think hundreds), but when it comes to skin care products there are a few key players that you can reach for. Eminence Organics Lead Skin Care Trainer Natalie Pergar says there are two specifically that she believes are the most effective – signal peptides and neuropeptides. As we have already learned, signal peptides trigger the body's natural processes to rebuild the longer-chain proteins to create collagen for skin care. Neuropeptides, on the other hand, work at the muscular level to block the transmission of signals from the nerves to the facial muscles.

As Natalie describes: “An important difference between peptides and other beauty ingredients is that peptides work in harmony with the body's natural processes. Other ingredients can benefit the skin but cannot trigger a reaction in the body – for example, vitamin C provides antioxidants, but the body is unable to produce vitamin C on its own. ”

If you want to experience the benefits of peptides, our Marine Flower Peptide Collection uses both plant-based peptides and marine flower technology. The peptides in this collection are obtained naturally from sacha inchi and rice protein and are intended to make the appearance of our skin firmer and more elastic.

With this crash course in peptides, you are sure to be equipped to expand your skin care routine. Do you already use peptides in your skin care products? Are there any other skin-smoothing ingredients that you prefer? Let us know in the comments below or on social media.

This article was originally written by Karen Young Chester in 2015.

25 Jun
Blog

How To Get Rid Of Chest Wrinkles

While many of us carefully and extensively care for our face with a skin care routine, the chest area is usually overlooked. Although chest wrinkles are a normal part of aging, they can shatter our confidence.

So what do you do when you have developed chest wrinkles? How do you keep it from deepening? They can't stop the signs of aging, but they can slow them down. Read on to find out all the reasons behind chest wrinkles and how to reduce their appearance once and for all.

What are chest wrinkles?

When you wake up one day and discover deep wrinkles on your chest and cleavage, these are the first signs of chest wrinkles. The skin in this area can also look creepy or saggy. If sun damage has occurred, you can also spot dark spots or dryness. Below are five reasons why you may have developed chest wrinkles. However, if you are more concerned about wrinkles on your hands, knees, and elbows, you should look into these simple tactics instead to reduce the signs of damage in those areas.

5 reasons why you have chest wrinkles

old woman with breast folds

1. The natural aging process

As we age, our bodies produce less collagen and our skin has less elasticity. In particular, the dermis, the middle layer of the skin, becomes thinner, making it more difficult for the dermis to retain moisture.

2. Sun damage

Skin that is regularly exposed to harmful UV rays can cause long-term wrinkles and sagging in the chest, a symptom of sun damage. In fact, 80% of visible aging is caused by exposure to UV rays from the sun. If you get sunburned from tanning or spend a lot of time outdoors, be aware that sunburn causes collagen and elastin to break down quickly. As a dermatologist Rachel Nazarian, MD told Byrdie Magazine, "Over time, sunlight and free radical damage break down collagen, making this already thin-skinned area of ​​the body even stronger."

3. Sleeping position

Are you a side sleeper? You may need to change your sleeping habits. Rachel also tells Byrdie that the two biggest causes of chest wrinkles are "loss of volume and recurring skin wrinkles." When sleeping on one side, the chest and neck are under pressure and the skin between the breasts compresses for hours and years.

As the New York Times explains, gravity forces the upper chest to go further past the centerline of the body than it should, which wrinkles the cleavage. If you are particularly well equipped (C or D cup and beyond), this sleeping position might be more of a problem for you.

4. Fluctuating changes in weight

Another factor is the stretching of the skin due to significant weight loss or weight gain. Weight changes to improve health are always positive, but if your body weight fluctuates, it can lead to deeper wrinkles. For example, your breast volume may change during and after pregnancy and breastfeeding, leading to more sagging or wrinkles around the breast.

5. Bras & shapewear

Unfortunately, the push-up bra that you wear can contribute to the development of your chest wrinkles. Push-up bras are designed to push your breasts up and together, and similarly, sports bras crush the skin between your breasts. This compression folds the skin between the breasts, further deepening the wrinkling.

3 ways to get rid of chest wrinkles

If your chest wrinkles are causing you a lot of grief, it is time to stop wearing those turtlenecks and follow some of these simple skin care tips.

1. Stop sleeping on your side

Avoid sleeping on your side or curling up in the fetal position as this will cause skin wrinkles. Instead, try to sleep on your back. Another option is to buy a chest pillow to keep you from turning on your side again. Or, for a DIY option, you can tuck rolled towels in and around your sides to prevent you from returning to your natural sleeping position.

2. Apply sunscreen with a high sun protection factor

Exposure to UVA rays prematurely ages your skin and leads to a loss of collagen and skin elasticity. To avoid this harmful exposure, apply sunscreen with an SPF greater than 30 daily. Also, look out for “Broad Spectrum” on the label as this formula protects you from both UVA and UVB rays.

The Lilikoi Mineral Defense Sport Sunscreen, for example, is a waterproof sports sunscreen for the face and body. Whether you are sweating in the gym or walking outside, it will protect your skin from sun damage during your outdoor activities.

3. Apply skin care products

We have collected a few Eminence organic skin care Products we believe are the perfect non-invasive breast wrinkle treatment. Eminence Organics Product Support Representative Nadira Kavanagh suggests starting with the Bamboo Age Corrective Masque. This lightweight formula contains a Natural retinol alternative designed to give the skin a firmer look.

If you have deep chest wrinkles, our Firm Skin Acai Exfoliating Peel offers important active ingredients to exfoliate and refresh the skin. With regular use of this peeling, the firmness of the skin is visibly increased, elasticity is restored and a younger looking complexion is visible.

To provide the skin with intensive moisture, Nadira recommends our Rosehip Triple C + E Firming Oil to smooth out wrinkles. This formula contains a moisturizing combination of rose hip oil, jojoba oil and sea buckthorn oil, which gives the skin a firm and plump feeling.

Nadira says: “Our Hibiscus Ultra Lift Neck Cream contains ours Advanced Instant Lift fX formulation to give an instant, toned look. "This should make the area look rejuvenated and toned, according to Nadira. You can also choose a night option that does the job while you sleep – our Monoi Age Corrective Night Cream for Face & Neck thanks to the use Monoi, a moisturizing oil from Tahiti, firms the skin and greatly reduces the appearance of wrinkles Argan stem cell complex.

Visit our Spa Locator to find the Eminence Organics Spa closest to you for more information on how to target wrinkles on the chest.

05 Mar
Blog

Best Organic Eye Cream: For Wrinkles, Eye Bags & Puffiness

Dark circles, wrinkles, puffiness – all the words that you don't want to associate with the delicate area around your eyes. When it comes to eye problems, you don't have to put up with living with these little problems around your eyes. We have some skin care tips and tricks to help you keep your eye area bright and youthful, as well as a roundup of some of the best organic eye creams out there. These organic products are formulated to make your eyes look their best!

What causes under-eye bags, eye wrinkles, and puffy eyes?

Several factors contribute to the development of under-eye pouches, wrinkles, and puffiness around the eyes. Although you may hear the phrases under eye bags, dark circles, and puffy eyes used interchangeably, each is different from the other. Here's a closer look at the main culprits.

Undereye bags

Eminence Organics International educator Brian Goodwin tells us, "Under-eye pouches are a loss of tightness and tone in the tissues under the eyes caused by multiple causes that produce a perceived tired or tired expression." Typical signs and symptoms of under-eye pouches are slight swelling, sagging, and sagging or loose skin. As you age, the tissues and muscles that support your eyelids weaken naturally. The skin loses collagen and elastin and when this occurs the skin around your eye area begins to sag and sag. Loss of skin tone allows the oil, which is usually confined to the space around your eyes, to shift and slide into the lower eyelids. This leads to droopy eyelids, where the skin sags towards the eyes, making you look less alert and tired.

Eye wrinkles

They say the eyes express all the joy that you have experienced in life. And sometimes that joy manifests itself in fine lines and wrinkles around the delicate eye area as you get older. Unlike the muscles in the rest of the body (which are connected to our bones), the muscles of the face are attached to our skin tissues. When we smile or frown, the muscles under the skin contract and expand, causing temporary wrinkles and lines of expression. These wrinkles can appear as crow's feet around the eye area.

Swelling

Puffy eyes are the result of temporary swelling, typically caused by fluid retention. When fluid builds up and collects around your eyes and the surrounding tissues, it can cause unsightly puffiness and puffiness. Sometimes a puffy eye area is all about the natural aging process. As you age, the tissue around your delicate eye area becomes weaker. The skin becomes less elastic and can become saggy, leading to more prominent bags under the eyes and a sagging appearance. Over time, the tissues and muscles that surround the eyes also weaken, causing puffiness and puffiness.

Twin villains salt and alcohol are major causes of puffy and puffy eyes. You may love your salt rim margarita cocktails, but they destroy the condition of your skin. Excessive sodium and alcohol levels can cause your body to become dehydrated. When this happens, your skin and other organs crawl to hold on to as much water as possible. The result: swelling and gas, especially under the eyes.

Seasonal allergies and lack of sleep are also major causes of puffy eyes. The skin around your eye area is not only delicate but also delicate. When it comes into contact with allergens like pollen, dander or house dust mites, your body goes into attack mode. The other cause of puffy eyes? Insufficient eyes. When you save while you sleep, the blood vessels under your eyes dilate, causing puffiness and puffiness. When you lose sleep due to stress there are two problems.

If you are dealing with any of these pesky eye problems, don't worry. You can minimize the appearance with smart solutions.

Woman checks her bags under the eyes

Best organic eye creams for repairing under eye pouches

Since the delicate skin around the eyes becomes less elastic with age and leads to more noticeable bags under the eyes, targeted treatment is required to correct this problem with the under eyes. Eminence Organics Cucumber Eye Gel is one of the best solutions for brighter and revitalized eye area. This award-winning treatment combines soothing cucumbers with herbal ingredients to reduce puffy under-eye bags.

How to smooth out the look of wrinkles under your eyes

Fine lines and wrinkles are an inevitable part of the aging process – and at Eminence Organics we strive to help you age gracefully and naturally. To combat annoying crow's feet, we recommend applying Marine Flower Peptide Eye Cream with Hibiscus Instant Line Filler. Our Marine Flower Peptide Eye Cream uses naturally derived plant peptides, innovative algae extracts and Smart Collagen + Complex to visibly lift and fill the eye area, while the Hibiscus Instant Line Filler smooths the look of fine lines and wrinkles in just two minutes. With an innovative applicator with a curved tip Advanced Instant Lift fX The treatment consists of botanical peptides to reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles.

How to reduce puffiness

For particularly swollen days, try a cool compress. Experts swear by the deflagration power of chilled, moist green tea bags and cool cucumber slices. Eminence Organics Lead Skin Care Trainer Natalie Pergar has an additional trick up its sleeve: spoon (yes, spoon). Follow these steps to relax your eye area:

  • Put a couple of spoons in your refrigerator overnight
  • In the morning, squeeze the cool spoons around your eye area for 30 seconds
  • Work from the outside in to encourage lymphatic drainage

Finally, apply an eye cream with natural ingredients that reduce puffiness, soothe inflammation and promote blood circulation. We recommend using the Marine Flower Peptide Eye Cream as this ultra-rich eye cream not only helps with wrinkles but also improves the appearance of puffiness and dark circles.

With the Hibiscus Ultra Lift eye cream you can fight tired looking eyes immediately. This Advanced Instant Lift fX eye treatment is enriched with caffeine, hibiscus and an ice wine that visibly defoates the eyes. It has a cooling stainless steel rollerball applicator that minimizes the occurrence of puffiness.

Steps for applying an eye cream

Now that you've chosen your eye cream, it's time to apply it properly. Follow these simple steps to add an eye cream to your skin care regimen:

  1. Take an amount the size of a pea (this is enough coverage for both eyes).
  2. Warm on the back of the hand
  3. Use your ring finger (it has the least amount of pressure)
  4. Tap the eye bone area

Bonus tips for a more youthful eye area

Cut down on salty foods

Salty foods can be the main cause of your under-eye pouches. If your bags under the eyes are particularly puffy, it may be time to avoid prepackaged, processed foods high in sodium and load up whole foods like fresh fruits and vegetables.

Facial massage

Facial massage is a simple and effective way to improve blood circulation and activate a sluggish lymphatic system. Lymphatic drainage is a massage technique that targets the lymph nodes to encourage the movement of fluids throughout the body. This, in turn, will help reduce puffiness and de-puffed areas where lymph has accumulated, such as under your eyes. Follow these steps to get a spa-level facial massage at home.

Stay elevated while you sleep

Another out-of-the-box trick for reducing under eye pouches is to keep your head raised while you sleep. Gravity can cause excess fluid to pool under your eyes and make them hang and hang. Try sleeping on your back and prop your head with an extra pillow to keep it high. You can even buy a special wedge pillow for extra comfort.

Are you looking for more skin care tips to help resolve under-eye problems such as bags under the eyes, dark circles and puffiness? Visit your preferred Eminence Organics Spa partner for bespoke advice from a licensed esthetician.

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28 Oct
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5 Types Of Wrinkles And What To Do About Them

While aging is inevitable, the visible signs of aging don't have to be. We all know the usual suspects: crow's feet and laugh lines, subtle lines and deeper lines. But did you know that there are five categories of wrinkles? From fine lines to more prominent wrinkles, here are the different types of wrinkles that can appear as you age – and how to use them Eminence Organics to minimize their appearance.

If you1. Expression lines

Unlike the muscles in the rest of the body (which are connected to our bones), the facial muscles are attached to our skin tissue (Byrdie). When we smile or frown, the muscles under the skin contract and expand, causing temporary wrinkles and lines of expression. As we repeat these expressions over time, the wrinkles deepen and become more permanent features. They form fine lines between our brows, crow's feet in the outer corners of our eyes, and laugh lines around our mouth. While expression lines certainly add character, we appreciate a desire to plump their looks. We recommend adding Eminence Organics Hibiscus Instant Line Filler to your daily skincare routine – and taking it with you for touch ups on the go – to reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles in minutes.

Eminence Organics Hibiscus Instant Line Filler

2. Elastic folds

Basking in the sun may seem harmless in our younger years, but this dangerous bygone era can devastate our skin. UV rays damage collagen fibers (the protein that gives the skin its structure) and elastin (the protein that helps the skin recover), contributing to the appearance of tiny wrinkles on the cheeks, upper lip and neck (The New York Times). NewBeauty suggests incorporating exfoliating scrubs into your skin regimen to combat the appearance of those annoying wrinkles. The award-winning Acin Peeling Peeling from Eminence Firm Skin moisturizes the skin twice and visibly firms its appearance and reveals a more youthful complexion.

3. Gravitational folds

Do you have sagging skin problems? If so, you are not alone. With age, gravity takes its course and the tissue that gives our skin its elasticity gradually empties. The result: skin that seems to wrinkle and sag. In combination with a loose-looking skin along the jaw, these gravitational folds can cause a "wobbling effect" in the neck area (Livestrong). Fortunately, our Hibiscus Ultra Lift Neck Cream is your skin care savior. The natural active ingredients of this revitalizing treatment give sagging skin an immediate boost and ensure a smoother, firmer appearance.

4. Dry wrinkles

As we get older, the epidermal glands, which are responsible for secreting oil, begin to shrink (The New York Times). Without the protective layer of oil, the skin loses its ability to stay hydrated and takes on a dry, crepe texture that forms fine parallel lines on the forehead and décolleté. To replenish the moisture in your skin, we recommend adding our strawberry and rhubarb mask to your weekly skin care routine. This delicious odor treatment plumps and soothes dehydrated skin for a rich, glowing complexion.

Eminence Organics Monoi Corrective Night Cream for the face and neck

5. Compression lines

Compression lines are the newest category of wrinkles to be discovered. After a deep night's sleep, these tiny wrinkles appear on the face, neck, and chest and are caused by pressing your face against your pillow while you sleep (Byrdie). While these grooves often go away during the day, if you don't change your sleeping habits, they can stay long-term. We recommend not only sleeping on your back, but also applying Eminence Organics' best-selling Monoi Age Corrective Night Cream for the face and neck before bed. This extremely rich moisturizer leaves skin looking firmer, smoother and more youthful in the morning.

What wrinkles are you most concerned about? Let us know in the comments below or on social media.