Renew Magazine - November/December 2008 - (Page 32)

top1 buzz-worthy ingredients for 2009 fruits, teas, vegetables and herbs turning up in everything from pimple cream to foot lotion. the beneﬁts: Organic plants and herbs have properties that inhibit bacterial growth, hydrate, soothe, cleanse and protect. Organic harvesting practices help maintain a healthy environment, too. the biz: Sothys’ Beauty Garden line has almost 100-percent natural ingredients, grown and harvested with organic methods from its own garden in France. The line’s moisturizing complex is derived from three plants (cherry trees, angelica and hawthorn) and combined with plant glycerin to help hydrate and improve the barrier function of the skin. 0 top 10 oldies but goodies These ingredients have been around a while, and they’re here to stay.Their amazing results make them an ongoing staple in skin care. alpha hydroxy acids—a family of acids including glycolic and lactic acids that work by sloughing off surface skin cells to reveal new, younger skin; in high concentrations it works as a chemical peel. arbutin—a skin lightener derived from hydroquinone and found naturally in the leaves of fruit plants. benzoyl peroxide—an acne medicine that kills acnecausing bacteria and unclogs pores. GABA— when topically applied, this amino acid can gently relax muscles to smooth lines and wrinkles. hyaluronic acid—an acid naturally present in the skin that absorbs water, hydrates, plumps and smooths skin. peptides—small fragments of proteins help repair and rejuvenate skin; helps soothe irritated, inﬂamed skin and stimulate collagen production. retinol—derived from vitamin A, it fights acne by unclogging pores; will also renew aging or sun-damaged skin. salicylic acid—a beta hydroxy acid; also a well-known acne ﬁghter that works by promoting cell turnover and preventing clogged pores. Can also treat dandruff, psoriasis and warts. seaweed—naturally harvested seaweed is nutrient-rich to moisturize, protect and balance skin. vitamin C—when topically applied, it protects against and slows aging of the skin; helps stimulate collagen production. Eating foods in vitamin C is also beneﬁcial to the skin. the buzz: Heralded by some as the new Restylane, FDA-approved Radiesse is an injectible dermal ﬁller that adds volume and contour to aging faces. According to the manufacturer, BioForm Medical, Radiesse is formulated with substances that occur naturally in the body’s bones and teeth, which minimizes the risk of allergic reactions or unwanted side eﬀects like other injectibles. It’s said to provide natural-looking results for large areas of the face, such as the cheek or chin. the beneﬁts: Results are immediately visible, with ongoing improvement over time as collagen production is stimulated around the injection site. Though priced slightly higher than Restylane at $650 to $800 a syringe, eﬀects will last for up to and beyond one year. the biz: Oﬀered at dermatologists and plastic surgeons oﬃces around the country. 6 radiesse 7 red tea the buzz: Loaded with antioxidants, tea has long been a buzzword for healthy skin care. In a topical application, it’s proven to be eﬀective in the ﬁght against acne, aging and even skin cancer (drinking it has plenty of benefits, too!). Green tea was the first to make the breakthrough in skin care products, while white tea soared in popularity a few years ago when Dr. Andrew Weil designed an entire skin care line around it. Now, red tea, one of the rarer teas thought to have the most potent antioxidants, is having its moment in the limelight. the beneﬁts: Antioxidants found in red tea help prevent sun damage and inﬂammation, while gently increasing the turnover rate of skin cells. They also help ﬁrm and reﬁne skin, and soothe irritation caused by sensitivity or rosacea. the biz: Repêchage’s Hydra Medic acne line has an anti-inﬂammatory tea complex with red, white and green teas. 8 reloxin the buzz: As a new competitor to the injectibles market, the recently FDA-approved Reloxin is very similar to Botox. It’s also a form of botulinum toxin Type A that can be injected into speciﬁc facial muscles to prevent contraction, thereby creating a smoother, uncreased appearance. Reloxin has no downtime, just like Botox, and lasts about just as long—anywhere from four to six months. the beneﬁts: The beneﬁts here are all about the wallet: 32 renewprofessional.com nov/dec 2008 http://www.renewprofessional.com

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