PRODUCT REVIEW:TRIPEPTINON - Facial Lift Capsules BY AMINOGENESIS

PRODUCT REVIEW:TRIPEPTINON Facial lift capsules BY AMINOGENESIS

Tripeptinon Ingredient List: Cyclomethicone, Dimethiconol, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Simmondsia Chinesis, Ceramide Complex 2, Ubiquinone, Amino Multi-Tides, Tetrahexyldecyl Ascorbate, PEG10 Rapeseed Sterol,Triticum Vulgare, Glycyrrhiza Glabra, Carthamus Tinctorius, Angelica Archangelica Extract, Tribehenin, C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate, Citrus Bark Extract (Fragrance).


GOOD INGREDIENTS :

ANTIOXIDANTS Ubiquinone, Tetrahexyldecyl Ascorbate, Amino Multi-Tides Carthamus Tinctorius(safflower oil), Angelica Archangelica extract.


NATURAL MOISTURIZING FACTORS Amino Multi-Tides ,Ceramide Complex 2, Simmondsia Chinesis(jojoba oil), Carthamus Tinctorius(safflower oil).


WRINKLE REDUCING :Ubiquinone(CoQ10),Ceramide Complex2, Tetrahexyldecyl Ascorbate,Oligopeptide amino acid.


EMOLIENTS :Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, , C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate, Triticum Vulgare(wheat germ oil)


SKIN CONDITIONING AGENT :Tribehenin


ANTI;INFLAMMATORY & SKIN WHITENING :Glycyrrhiza Glabra (licorice)


SMOOTHING: Cyclomethicone, Dimethiconol


OTHERS :PEG10 Rapeseed SteroL(emulsifier ,solubilizing agent) , Citrus Bark Extract (Fragrance)


Tripeptinon has a very impressive formulation and packaging,it has abundant amount of ceramide,Ubiquinone (CoQ10),Amino-oligopeptide and Tetrahexyldecyl Ascorbate ,they all are proven anti-aging and wrinkle reducing agents.
Product has lot of natural moisturizing factor (NMF). One of the primary elements in keeping skin healthy is making sure the structure of the epidermis (outer layer of skin) is intact. The components that do this are often called natural moisturizing factor ,they form a protective film on skin to prevent water loss. It has rich vitamin C content which has potent anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties that prevents aging.
Ceramides act primarily as water-binding agents, and some have antioxidant properties and wound-healing abilities as well.
Ubiquinone also known as CoQ10, it is a vitamin-like substance present in all human cells and responsible for cell protection and production of the body’s energy.Studies have shown that coenzyme Q10 (CoQ10) have an effect on skin and the appearance of wrinkles.There is also research showing that sun exposure depletes the presence of CoQ10 in the skin.CoQ10 also has antioxidant and anti-inflammatory effects. There are abundant content of peptides. Peptides are strains of amino acids, which are building blocks of proteins such as collagen and elastin, amino acid complex actually triggers the skin’s own collagen making and repair mechanism to reduce the appearance of wrinkles and fine lines, often caused by sun damage.A lot of silicone in it, which means there is an instant smooth and wrinkle-minimizing. Once again I really like the packaging .
AminoGenesis products are cruelty free (no animal testing) and do not contain animal by-products.(according to their website).
http://www.aminogenesis.com/

Snake Venom Skin Creams: Don’t Get Bitten By the Hype!( By Leslie Baumann)

Snake Venom Skin Creams: Don’t Get Bitten By the Hype!

The latest magic ingredient to be touted as a topical Botox alternative is Syn-ake, a synthetic tri-peptide derivative that the manufacturer, Pentapharm, claims can smooth wrinkles by inhibiting muscle contractions. Over the past few years, an increasing number of beauty companies have launched products that contain Syn-ake, including Sonia Dakar, Borba and Rodial.

Syn-ake mimics the activity of a protein found in the venom of the deadly South Asian temple viper. Temple vipers paralyze their victims by injecting them with venom through their fangs, so the theory behind Syn-ake is that the same principle can be used to relax the muscles movements that cause frown lines and other facial wrinkles.

Pentapharm bases its claims on a study it conducted in which 45 subjects were divided into three groups: one used Syn-ake, one used a placebo, and one used Argireline, another peptide said to inhibit muscle movement. After 28 days of twice-daily application, the group that used Syn-ake showed a significant reduction in wrinkle depth and increase in skin smoothness when compared to the other groups.

The problem is this research has not been peer-reviewed, and, to my knowledge, the results have not been repeated by independent research. It has not been published in any reputable scientific literature which makes me doubt the scientific validity of the claims. If this product worked that well, wouldn't the company want to do a reputable study to prove it? The skin is programmed to keep proteins out and only very small molecules can be absorbed deep enough to have any effect. That's why Botox and Insulin have to be injected. Of course, there are a few exceptions, but I am not convinced that Syn-ake is one of them.

My bottom line? Save your money until better studies are done. In my opinion, without any further data Syn-ake is just a modern version of plain old-fashioned snake oil.

http://health.yahoo.net/experts/skintype

Exfoliate like the Chinese courtesans (by Dr Mao).

Exfoliate like the Chinese courtesans

The outer layer of your skin regularly renews itself by shedding old cells and replacing them with new ones. An effective way to diminish the appearance of lines and wrinkles is to speed up the shedding process. Instead of using expensive procedures like dermabrasion, chemical peel, and laser therapies, gently renew your skin with products from nature. For centuries, Chinese imperial courtesans used natural exfoliation and polishing agents to loosen and strip skin cells off -- seaweed, kelp, pearl powder, dried plum, winter melon seed, persimmon leaf, and cane sugar. Most are available in health food stores and Chinese groceries.

Make a mask with any combination of these natural ingredients. Moisten with water and mix in a blender with aloe vera gel or egg white to make a paste. Use a wet sponge to gently scrub your face with the paste, using small circular motions, until your face and neck are fully exfoliated. Leave the mask on for 10 minutes, and then wash off. Avoid getting in your eyes.

ALL ABOUT MOISTURIZERS

ALL ABOUT MOISTURIZERS

Moisturizers are to hydrate the skin. They increase the water content of the skin, giving it a smooth appearance. They also provide a barrier against the Trans-epidermal i.e. loss of water from the surface of the skin. Moisturizers contain special ingredients that help to replace the oils contained in the skin and prevent loss of moisture from the skin.

Now days there is a bombardment of a new marketing claim every other day either it be anti-aging, lifting etc etc and a new miracle ingredient that can take care of all of your skin problems is introduced almost every month, with so much of choices and marketing gimmicks out their in the skin care industry it sometimes becomes very difficult for a person to make a right product choice and at the same time that suits his/her needs.

While writing this I recall that old commercial of Olay for their oil of Olay beauty fluid that was “moisture (fly away) evaporates from skin just like it happens with apple but you are lucky that you can have oil of Olay that protects moisture of your skin"
 Simple and a right message but know new ingredients have been introduced in a moisturizer to tackle various problems that skin suffers from as it aged as every one knows that prevention is better than cure.
Key Ingredient to look for in good anti-aging moisturizer are

Antioxidants

Topical antioxidants save cells from a significant amount of environmental damage, Antioxidants work their magic by turning free radicals—molecules that form in the body when you’re exposed to UV light and other environmental assault, stopping them from causing inflammation, DNA mutations, and collagen loss. That’s why adding a layer of topical antioxidants in the morning can help prevent wrinkles, spots, and maybe even skin cancer.

But with so many numbers of antioxidants being packed into more creams and serums than ever, choosing the right one can be really perplexing. Antioxidant is only effective in a high enough concentration and in a stable formulation.Jar packaging is a big no.Make sure that antioxidants should be listed in the begginning of the ingriedient list (as3,4,5 ingriedient )or at least some where in the middle ,to make sure that they are present in high enough concentration.

Top five antioxidants which are most researched and proven for their anti-aging action are:

VITAMIN A(RETINOL)
VITAMIN  C(ASCORBIC ACID)
VITAMIN E (TOCOPHEROL)
GREEN TEA(Camellia sinensis)
POMEGRANATE
COFFEE BERRY
IDEBENONE

SUNSCREENS EXPOSED BY ENVIROMENTAL WORKIN GROUP

Sunscreens Exposed: 9 surprising truths

A latest report by enviromental working group.
Sunscreens prevent sunburns, but beyond that simple fact surprisingly little is known about the safety and efficacy of these ubiquitous creams and sprays. FDA’s failure to finalize its 1978 sunscreen safety standards both epitomizes and perpetuates this state of confusion. EWG’s review of the latest research unearthed troubling facts that might tempt you to give up on sunscreens altogether. That’s not the right answer – despite the unknowns about their efficacy, public health agencies still recommend using sunscreens, just not as your first line of defense against the sun. At EWG we use sunscreens, but we look for shade, wear protective clothing and avoid the noontime sun before we smear on the cream. Here are the surprising facts:



1. There’s no consensus on whether sunscreens prevent skin cancer.
The Food and Drug Administration’s 2007 draft sunscreen safety regulations say: “FDA is not aware of data demonstrating that sunscreen use alone helps prevent skin cancer” (FDA 2007). The International Agency for Research on Cancer agrees. IARC recommends clothing, hats and shade as primary barriers to UV radiation and writes that “sunscreens should not be the first choice for skin cancer prevention and should not be used as the sole agent for protection against the sun” (IARC 2001a). Read more.

Yoga Journal - Yoga Well-Being - Safer Sunscreen

Yoga Journal - Yoga Well-Being - Safer Sunscreen

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Ideal Anti-inflammatory Ingredients in skincare products and colour cosmetics

Ideal Anti-inflammatory Ingredients


Ingredients that are ideal for various aspects of the inflammation containment, recovery and prevention process include the following.
Look for any of the following key ingriedients in skincare products especially if you have sensitive skin.

Boerhavia diffusa root extract (red hogweed). This stops the production of proinflammatory agents and limits neurogenic inflammation by favoring the production of the anti-inflammatory neurohormone MSH in order to restore tissue integrity.


Helianthus annuus (sunflower) seed extract. This contains ceramides, which play an essential role in maintaining the integrity of the skin and ensuring the proper cohesion of skin cells, minimizing skin dehydration. It optimizes the skin’s protective properties.


Hydrolyzed algin. Derived from brown seaweed, this ingredient has antioxidant and film-forming properties that help with skin’s protective function.


Oenothera biennis (common evening primrose) oil. This is a skin nutrient high in gamma linoleic acid, and is a fatty acid that is also required for intact epidermal lipid bilayers.

Persea gratissima (avocado) sterols. This has lipid moisturizer functionality and is a rich source of natural plant phytosterols that help maintain the lipid barrier layer.

source:www.skininc.com