Soothing Relief for Sensitive, Aging Skin

Ingredient Spotlight: White Tea Extract

Discovered in China more than 5000 years ago, the tea family has been the focus of much scientific research. Scientists at University Hospitals of Cleveland and Case Western Reserve University have proven that ingredients in white tea are effective in boosting the immune function of skin cells and protecting them against the damaging effects of the sun. The discovery that white tea extract (a powerful antioxidant) protects the skin from oxidative stress and immune cell damage adds another important element in the battle against skin cancer. In addition, white tea has been found to neutralize 75% of lipid peroxide—an inflammatory free radical that attacks the skin’s barrier and cell membranes. Read more about the free radical theory of aging.

The serum: One of the primary elements in keeping sensitive skin healthy and calm is making sure the structure of the epidermis (outer layer of skin) is intact. This structure is defined and created by skin cells that are held together by the intercellular matrix. This serum creates a silky, water-binding film over the skin, giving prolonged comfort to sensitive and irritated skin… Read more

Prone to Bruising and Broken Capillaries? Here’s Help!

It’s a fact that the predisposition to having weaker, brittle blood vessels and capillaries is inherited.  This genetic trait results in more frequent bruising of the skin and visibly red, dilated or broken capillaries. Read how your ethnicity determines how your skin will age.

While there are many topical skin care products that contain vaso-constricting ingredients (like lemon bioflavonoids, white tea, chamomile and vitamin C) to help keep capillaries strong to prevent dilation or breakage, it’s also important to treat these conditions from within the body.

One helpful tip is to orally take Vitamin C with Bioflavonoids daily as this helps protect against bruising, dilated or broken capillaries by strengthening capillary walls. This is also important for those with rosacea.

For those who get red easily, it’s important to use products exclusively your skin.  Check out our nine skin types… Read more

The Solution For Relieving Dry, Red, Sensitive Skin

Did you know that  dry skin causes tiny, superficial cracks in your skin? Ouch!  This is why skin can be more sensitive and easily-irritated during the winter, when the skin is at its driest. These cracks (also referred to as a damaged protective barrier) can also be caused from over-heated skin, rosacea, the use of harsh products, and over-exfoliation from laser treatments, peels or microdermabrasion. The irritation it causes will react with the cells in the epidermis and trigger the production of free radicals.  Since free radicals are known to be the cause of aging skin, it’s important to keep your skin as calm and comfortable to control the aging process.

Renée Rouleau Phytolipid Comfort Cream works to increase your skins protective barrier to make skin less irritated over time. This luxurious cream uses Beta Glucans to strengthen skin’s defenses from inside out while moisturizing lipids provide essential hydration to dry skin cells. Sensitive skin feels calm and comfortable within minutes. Skin stays soft and moist and redness is reduced… Read more

Dry, Sensitive Skin? You’ll Love This Cleanser

Cleansing creams have long been known for their ability to effectively dissolve and digest makeup (especially foundation) and to thoroughly clean the skin; however, they often contained pore-clogging ingredients such as Mineral Oil and were often, “wipe-off” formulas.  They also left a heavy residue on skin that made it difficult for a toner, serum and moisturizer to properly penetrate the skin. 

Our Calming Chamomile Cleanser is a cleansing lotion for sensitive skin that was created to effectively remove makeup, but contain lighter emollients designed with a “rinse-off” formula that doesn’t leave behind a greasy residue.

It provides soothing comfort to skin with redness, irritation, and rosacea-like symptoms. This lotion-like cleanser gently dissolves oil, dirt, and makeup without clogging pores or leaving a greasy residue behind.

Key Ingredients in Calming Chamomile Cleanser

-Chamomile –has anti-inflammatory, anti-itch, and soothing properties. Also contains antioxidant properties

-Vitamin A – increases skin elasticity… Read more

Do You Have Rosacea? We Can Help.

Rosacea is a vascular disorder triggered by episodes of blushing and flushing. According to the National Rosacea Society (NRS) in Barrington, Illinois, rosacea now affects an estimated 14 million Americans, ranking it among the top five most-diagnosed disorders by U.S. dermatologists.

Anti-Redness Treatment address the principle influences that lead to chronically red skin and other aggravating factors linked to rosacea. This exclusive complex cools heat-activated skin, lessens puffiness, while discomfort and surface tenderness are also brought under control.  Anti-Redness Treatment also helps to avert future flare-ups and limit the growth of undesirable flora and lipase- enzymes known to trigger redness episodes.

Unlike moisturizers, serums have a smaller molecular structure for maximum delivery deep within the skin providing the best results. Results are apparent within one to four weeks of daily use.

Key Ingredients: … Read more

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