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Mad Hippie Triple C Night Cream

March 7, 2021 · 1 Comment

Unlike most Vitamin C creams, Mad Hippie Triple C Night Cream’s potent anti-aging punch is delivered in a formula that offers extreme hydration. And it comes with an adorable little bamboo spoon to hygienically scoop out just the right amount for face and throat. Check out the synergistic actives in this brilliant formulation.

Mad Hippie Triple C Night Cream

About Mad Hippie Triple C Night Cream

Mad Hippie Triple C Night Cream is filled with 19 synergistic actives!

It delivers three bio-available Vitamin C’s. This trio of Vitamin C addresses the full spectrum of what C has to offer.

The three Vitamin C’s are:

Magnesium Ascorbyl Phosphate is ideal for sensitive skin. It is less exfoliating but produces collagen and suppresses discoloration.
Tetrahexyldecyl Ascorbate absorbs deeply and works well with other Cs.
Ascorbyl Glucoside is a stable C that offers antioxidant protection, collagen boosting, and fading hyperpigmentation.^[1]

Along with this trio of C’s, Mad Hippie Triple C Night Cream contains multiple anti-aging superstars such as Reishi and Cloudberry.

Cloudberry has four times the Vitamin C of an orange. It builds collagen, fights off attacks on collagen, reduces wrinkles, and hydrates.

The Experience

It is a rich, creamy, and spreadable texture that dries down smooth and not sticky or tacky.

The smooth texture of Mad Hippie Triple C Night Cream is tempting to slather, but it is a treating cream, so just use the spoonful.

It does not sting, but when I applied it, I could tell it was potent.

Reishi mushroom

Reishi mushroom promotes cell regeneration while reducing skin inflammation, puffiness, and wrinkles.

Best Use Tips & Tricks

Don’t layer other actives with Mad Hippie Triple C Night Cream.

If you MUST add a top layer, make sure it is a cream with no extra treating actives. But there are plenty of soothing moisturizers in this formula so you likely will not need any secondary products with this cream.

Turmeric extract is an anti-inflammatory and anti-oxidant that helps reduce and heal acne. It also reduces skin discoloration.

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references

Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, Volume 11 (4) – Dec 1, 2012, Stability, transdermal penetration, and cutaneous effects of ascorbic acid and its derivatives
Thiem B (2003). “Rubus chamaemorusL. – a boreal plant rich in biologically active metabolites: a review”. Biological Letters. 40 (1): 3–13.
Panossian, Alexander, and Georg Wikman. “Effects of Adaptogens on the Central Nervous System and the Molecular Mechanisms Associated with Their Stress-Protective Activity.” Pharmaceuticals (Basel, Switzerland) vol. 3,1 188-224. 19 Jan. 2010, doi:10.3390/ph3010188

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Gelmersea Orchid Serum Toner for Sensitive Skin

March 5, 2021 · 1 Comment

Winter weather makes skin feel dry and lackluster. Even aged or damaged skin looks better when adequately hydrated. Sensitive skin types may shy away from a toner for fear of irritation and dryness. Gelmersea Orchid Serum Toner contains amazing ingredients for intense skin hydration. But don’t toners sting sensitive skin? Nope, Orchid Serum Toner soothes, softens, and plumps the skin.

Gelmersea Orchid Serum Toner contains hydrating extracts to calm sensitive skin

what We Love About It

Gelmersea Orchid Serum Toner brightens skin without the irritation associated with many brightening topicals. This multi-tasking serum toner is suitable for even post-treatment sensitive skin.

Gelmersea Orchid Serum Toner won’t irritate sensitive skin.

Orchid extracts have a high water binding capacity, working as a moisturizer and emollient. ^[1]

Gelmersea Orchid Serum Toner contains peony extract, orchid, and daffodil extracts to help skin hold hydration and plump skin

Ways to Use It

Sensitive skin types often have difficulty treating skin conditions such as aging and acne. Some ways to use Gelmersea Orchid Serum Toner include:

Applying post skin exfoliation, such as with Gelmersea Ceuticals Enzyme Peeling Gel
To provide gentle acne treatment without drying the skin
Applying alone as a light moisturizer
Love your night cream? Dilute it with Gelmersea Orchid Serum Toner to make it do double duty as a day cream.
Apply a heavy layer as a leave-on mask to hydrate and plump skin
Makeup primer to balance oil production
Use after sun exposure to calm skin
As a hydrating toner for the 7 skin method

Gelmersea Orchid Serum Toner contains hydrating Orchid and Peony root extracts

Why It Works

Gelmersea Orchid Serum Toner is lightweight like a toner but soothing and plumping like a serum.
What exactly makes this product so versatile? Gelmersea Orchid Serum Toner contains amazing ingredients for skin balancing and intense skin hydration.

Let’s take a closer look:

Gelmersea Orchid Serum Toner

Key Ingredient Profile

Orchid extracts are exceptionally skin hydrating

Orchid

Orchid Extract

Orchid Extracts provide skin hydration.

Orchid root cells provide the orchid bloom longevity. This functionality is extracted to provide long-lasting skin hydration and plumping action.

Orchids contain mucilage to maintain hydration. When applied to the skin, Orchid mucilage has a high water binding capacity, working as a moisturizer and emollient.^[1]

Orchids are also an anti-oxidant to fight free radicals ^[2] increase skin immunity and plump fine lines.

Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract

Flowering Camellia Sinensis

Camellia Sinesis Leaf Extract is better known as Green Tea. Green Tea feeds and moisturizes the skin, calms irritation, and is an excellent antioxidant.

Topical Green Tea application can calm the irritation that aggressive topicals such as Retinol cause. It can reduce sun damage, decrease collagen breakdown and increase cell regeneration.

Green tea contains polyphenols that soothe the skin while providing antioxidants. Polyphenols may improve sun-damaged skin. ^[3]/

High in Epigallocatechin gallate (EGCG), green tea is a major player in skin health and appearance. EGCG is the potent antioxidant from green tea. It protects against environmental damage and neutralizes free radicals that prematurely age skin. Research shows EGCG reactivates dying skin cells. This shows promise for repairing sun damage and scar healing. ^[4]

The hydrating components of green tea create more volume in the skin to plump wrinkles.

Daffodil Extract

Daffodil Root Extract

Daffodil Root Extract contains lycorine which is an anti-oxidant. ^[5]

Antioxidants help fight free radicals. Free radicals accelerate the skins of aging.

Wild Yam Extract

Wild Yam Extract is an anti-inflammatory that reduces dark spots.

Rich in saponins, it promotes collagen production and skin radiance. Saponins are believed to enhance skin restoration on a DNA level within the skin cells. ^[6]

Diosgenin is a depigmenting agent in the skin, it reduces the spots that can arise from sun damage.^[7]

Arginine

Arginine is an essential amino acid, the building blocks of skin peptides and proteins as well as hydration transportation within the skin. It helps restore skin damage. Vital to healthy, beautiful skin.

Lysine

Also an essential amino acid, Lysine strengthens the skin’s surface, helps to hydrate skin, clears acne, and supplies collagen-making components to the skin. Vital to healthy, beautiful skin.

Glutarmine

Glutarmine is an amino acid needed to grow fibroblast cells. Fibroblast cells significantly increase collagen production. Also an anti-oxidant. Glutarmine is abundant in the skin but is valuable in a formulation because it makes skin feel and look healthy and vibrant. ^[8]

Peony Root Extract

Paeonia Albiflora is Peony Root Extract. Peony Root Extract is helpful with regenerating skin experiencing sun damage-related issues.

Peony Root Extract offers anti-oxidant and anti-inflammatory benefits to fight free radicals. Peony Root Extract promotes skin clarity and brightens the complexion. It contains paeonol, which is antibacterial, anti-fungal, and anti-inflammatory.

While Peony fights free radicals, it is still gentle and safe to layer with actives such as Retinol or Vitamin C.

THE EXPERIENCE

Gelmersea Orchid Serum Toner doesn’t burn or sting. It behaves more like a serum as it soothes and hydrates. But it is lightweight and non-sticky like a toner.

Gelmersea Orchid Serum Toner

The scent is a light fresh floral when pumped out of the bottle, but dissipates during application.

Gelmersea Orchid Serum Toner has a light floral scent and gives skin deep hydration

Use it in the morning or evening to prepare the skin.

Exceptionally hydrating! It is also an excellent face mask. One of my favorite pre or post NuFace treatment tricks is to put orchid serum toner on soaked cotton pads or face mask sheets and leave it on for ten-fifteen minutes. It is like a spa treat!

I am impressed that it simultaneously improves the look of fine wrinkles, dehydration, and adult acne. Hooray for Orchid Serum Toner!

We also love to use it after Nuface or peel: the combination leaves skin lifted and hydrated

Try Gelmersea Orchid Serum Toner after your Nuface treatment

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Gelmersea Orchid Serum Toner

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REFERENCES

Hadi H, Razali SN, Awadh AI. A Comprehensive Review of the Cosmeceutical Benefits of Vanda Species (Orchidaceae). Nat Prod Commun. 2015 Aug;10(8):1483-8. PMID: 26434147.
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Jing Liu, Yan Li, Wei Ren, Wei-Xin Hu, Apoptosis of HL-60 cells induced by extracts from Narcissus tazetta var. chinensis, Cancer Letters, Volume 242, Issue 1, 2006, Pages 133-140,
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Lee J, Jung K, Kim YS, Park D. Diosgenin inhibits melanogenesis through the activation of phosphatidylinositol-3-kinase pathway (PI3K) signaling. Life Sciences. 2007 Jun;81(3):249-254. DOI: 10.1016/j.lfs.2007.05.009.
Comparative Biochemistry and Physiology, August 2001, pages 24-30

ABOUT THIS Gelmersea Orchid Serum Toner POST

Gelmersea Orchid Serum Toner

Gelmersea Orchid Serum Toner was submitted to Style Chicks for consideration purposes.

The Style Chicks team personally tests and thoroughly evaluates each product before it is featured.

Style Chicks independently researches product ingredients to understand how every featured product works. We show our research in the References section of each article.

All opinions and experiences are 100% our own.

Fight Puffy Eyes with Sonäge Frioz Trio

February 21, 2021 · 8 Comments

Introducing a fabulous facial treatment by Sonäge: The Sonäge Frioz Trio refreshes, protects, and rejuvenates the skin. This trio contains an ingenious skin tool and two botanical-packed, skin-loving products. Together they quell irritation and maximize hydration.

Sonäge uses scientifically proven botanicals for superior skincare

Sonäge Frioz Trio: Icing Your Way to Better Skin

You’ve probably seen the beauty hack to massage your face with an ice cube or to use chilled spoons on the orbital area skin. The cold treatment reduces under-eye and facial puffiness. But can be messy and not terribly enjoyable. Sonäge does this beauty trick one better with the Sonäge Frioz Trio.

Sonäge Frioz Trio

Sonäge Frioz Trio improves upon the ice trick with glass Ice Globes with a handle for ease of use. It stimulates blood circulation while depuffing the eye area and face, it reduces breakouts and shrinks pores while reducing the look of fine lines and wrinkles.

These sparkly, pretty pink Sonäge Ice Globes reduce puffiness and the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles

Sonäge Frioz Trio combines glass Ice Globes with the beauty benefits of two stellar skincare products. Together, this three-step system reduces wrinkles, pigmentation, and blemishes.

Sonäge Frioz Trio combines botanicals with cold therapy for awesome natural skincare

Sonäge Frioz Trio Overview

Cool as a cucumber these Sonage Skincare products are packed with marvelous botancials

Cool as a cucumber: these Sonäge Skincare products are packed with marvelous botanicals

STEP 1: Sonäge SOOTHING MIST

Step 1 is the Sonäge Soothing Mist.

What it Is

It is a calming spritz toner that balances and refreshes the skin.

what It Does

It helps to reduce redness, soothe breakouts, and restore the skin’s natural balance.

The Results

The result is a clear, healthy glow.

Sonäge Soothing Mist

why It Works

The Sonäge Soothing Mist calms redness to balance and refresh.

It contains over 15 pretty-skin-making botanicals. These ingredients are proven to reduce redness, soothe breakouts, and restore the skin’s natural balance.

A few ingredients, such as lemon, can work wonders, but they are too harsh on the skin to be used alone. But in this Sonäge formulation, there are multiple soothing and buffering ingredients to properly balance the mist to get maximum skincare benefits.

Sonäge combines French Heritage and Advance Science to create cruelty-free natural products

In addition to being scientifically proven, research-backed ingredients, Sonäge also uses only responsibility sourced ingredients.

Responsibly sourced ingredients

Let’s take a closer look:

Sonäge Soothing Mist Ingredients

calendula extract promotes skin regeneration and collagen production

calendula

Calendula Extract comes from the Calendula flower, better known as marigold. Calendula promotes the regeneration of new skin tissue and soothes damaged skin.

Studies have shown that calendula can increase collagen production and stimulates epithelial cell growth to promote cell turnover ^[1].

Aloe

Aloe Vera

Aloe feeds the skin with essential nutrients and makes skin smooth, hydrated, and soft. It provides nourishment to the skin as it contains Vitamins A, C, Bs, and E as well as minerals and enzymes. This skin “food” heals, hydrates, and accelerates skin cell growth.

Aloe Vera has an enzyme that repairs skin cells. Aloe Vera soothes minor burns, scrapes, and heals the skin.

It provides anti-inflammatory and anti-bacterial properties.

Burdock

burdock

Burdock kills bacteria before it can cause acne. It also fades scars.

comfrey

Comfrey is used for the topical treatment of inflammation and swelling ^[2]

chamomilla Recutita

Chamomile

German Chamomile. It is an antioxidant with potent skin-soothing action. ^[3] It contains Terpenoids, bisabolol, and chamazulene.

Chamomile Extract is excellent in a formulation with powerful actives because it contains flavones. These flavones inhibit the production of inflammation, even in deeper skin layers. [4]

The apigenin in Chamomile protects the skin barrier. ^[5] This gentle and hypoallergenic extract soothes skin, heals burns, and is great for helping skin recover and benefit from chemical peels. Chamomile Extract also kills acne-causing bacteria while soothing the skin. [6]

Rosemary

rosemary

Rosemary Extract is soothing and helps reduce puffiness and lightens dark spots. It is stimulating and promotes better blood circulation to deliver the nutrients necessary to build collagen, elastin and to encourage scar repair.

Rosemary Extract combats dry skin. It naturally protects the skin from sun damage and free radicals. It also has natural antiseptic properties and is a gentle exfoliant for dead skin flakes.

sage

Sage is an herb with medicinal and beauty value. It reduces blemishes and swelling.

Sage also moisturizes and conditions the skin, soothing dryness and irritation.

Flowering thyme

thyme

Thyme has skin protective properties, including some UVA and UVB protection.

Thyme is also high in antioxidants and is a general skin anti-ager.

snow mushroom

Tremella fuciformis, Silver Ear Mushroom, or snow mushroom is a traditional beauty secret because it boosts skin hydration and skin elasticity.

Snow Mushroom functions similar to hyaluronic acid but has a smaller particle size so it absorbs better. It also reduces signs of inflammation.

Yarrow

common yarrow

Yarrow is an herb that is helpful for wound healing. It reduces and even prevents bruising.

Achillea Millefolium Extract is the formal name for Yarrow. Yarrow is used in traditional and folk medicine practice.

Witch Hazel is a natural toner

witch hazel

Witch Hazel is derived from witch hazel shrub bark.

Witch Hazel is a natural toner. It is a natural plant-derived astringent that tones and cleanses.

Unlike most toners and astringents, it is not harsh on the skin. Rather, Witch Hazel calms irritation. It also tightens pores and removes impurities.

Neem Seed Oil

Neem Seed Oil comes from the Neem plant. Neem Seed Oil is particularly effective in healing sun damage and restoring moisture to the skin.

Neem Seed Oil deeply penetrates the skin to enhance elasticity, smooth wrinkles, and stimulate collagen production.

lavender

Lavender

Lavender Oil softens and conditions the skin.

It contains linalyl acetate, an anti-inflammatory that heals skin irritation.^[7]

Lavender’s anti-microbial and anti-bacterial properties keep skin healthy. It has soothing properties to calm any imbalances such as inflammation or dry skin flaking.

The linalyl acetate in lavender enhances cell growth in the skin.

Lemon

Lemon contains concentrated vitamin C to build collagen, fade age spots and rejuvenate photodamage. Vitamin C reduces excess oil production, shrinks pores, and exfoliates dead surface skin. These reduce the formation of adult acne while treating skin aging.

Lemon is also a natural exfoliator and skin purifier. [8] It alleviates skin inflammation [9] and reduces certain infection-causing bacterias. [10]

eggplant extract

Rich in Vitamin C and glucosides, eggplant extract heals sun damage-based hyperpigmentation by evening out age spots as well as helping to assist in different skin problems like Eczema and Psoriasis.

Sweet basil

sweet basil

Sweet Basil repairs and refreshes lackluster skin.

It reduces acne breakouts while counteracting skin dryness. It enhances skin resilience.

Sweet Basil also has toning properties.

Turmeric

turmeric

Turmeric fights inflammation, dryness, and redness. Curcuminoids the active agent in Turmeric, make skin glow.

Turmeric is an antioxidant and an antibacterial. It calms the skin while improving both acne and hyperpigmentation.

Sonäge NMF Hyaluronic Serum provides instant hydration

Step two: NMF Hyaluronic Serum

Step 2 of the Sonäge Frioz Trio is the NMF Hyaluronic Serum.

Sonäge NMF Hyaluronic Serum

What it Is

A hydrating gel serum.

what It Does

It functions like a “water-reservoir”. This protects the skin against dehydration. Well-hydrated skin is plump, healthy, and can restore itself.

NMF Hyaluronic Serum is:

PARABEN FREE
BOTANICAL INGREDIENTS
NON-COMEDOGENIC
CRUELTY-FREE
MADE IN USA

The Results

Smooth, smooth, smooth skin! Hydrated and pleasantly plump. Dry spots are rehydrated and wrinkles look less noticeable.

No stinging upon application and it dries down with no detectible tack or stickiness.

The serum is a non-sticky consistency which absorbs quickly.

The serum is a non-sticky consistency that absorbs quickly.

Sonäge NMF Hyaluronic Serum Ingredients

Sonage contains Flowering Camellia Sinensis

Green tea from flowering Camellia Sinensis

Hyaluronic Acid

Hyaluronic acid holds its’ weight in moisturizer, plumping the skin, making fine wrinkles and mild sagging disappear temporarily. It also drives active ingredients to deep skin layers for better results.

Green Tea Extract

Green Tea feeds and moisturizes the skin, calms irritation and is an excellent antioxidant. Green Tea Extract Green tea contains polyphenols that soothe skin while providing antioxidants. Polyphenols may improve sun-damaged skin. [11]

Vitamin C Esters

Vitamin C Esters are an antioxidant that improves acne, smooths fine lines, fades discoloration and smooths skin texture. It also enables collagen production.

Vitamin B Complex

Topically applied B Vitamins are involved in healthy skin cell regeneration. It also provides skin hydration.

Cucumber

Cucumber Extract

Cucumber Extract is soothing and reduces swelling. Cucumber has a high water content that hydrates the skin. It also contains skin-friendly vitamin K, vitamin C, magnesium, potassium, manganese, and vitamin A.

Vitamin K reduces dark circles by reducing tiny blood vessels that may leak and cause a blue, brown, or purple tone to the undereye.

Arnica Extract

Arnica

Arnica Extract Arnica flower is a natural anti-inflammatory. It reduces puffiness without causing dryness or dehydration even around the delicate eye skin.

Arnica promotes healing and reduces swelling, bruising, and inflammation.

Sage Extract

Sage Extract is a calming antioxidant that helps skin look radiant. It diminishes the appearance of fine lines and other signs of aging.

The Sonage Frioz Trio

Step 3: Frioz Icy Globes Facial Massager

What it Is

The Frioz Icy Globes Facial Massager is a skincare tool that stimulates blood circulation, improves lymphatic drainage, minimizes puffiness, and reduces irritation and redness.

what It Does

These pretty pink orbs are made of glass for a comfortable yet effective delivery of cold treatment exactly where you need it.

The Sonäge Ice Globes

The Experience

The Sonäge Frioz Trio provides a chemical-free way to harness the proven power of botanicals. It is easy, fun, and effective.

The Frioz Trio boxed set

“Beauty like food should be a health choice.” — Anisha Khanna, CEO, Sonäge Skincare

Where to Buy It

Find the Sonäge Frioz Trio at https://sonage.com/products/frioz-trio-ice-globes-face-massage-tool

Sonäge Soothing Mist and NMF Hyaluronic Serum, packed with skin-friendly Botanicals

Style Chicks answers your questions about Sonage Frioz Trio

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references

Naveed, Akhtar & Zaman, Shahiq uz & Khan, Barkat & Khan, Haji M. shoaib & Ahmad, Mahmood & Rasool, Fatima & Mahmood, Tariq & Rasul, Akhtar. (2011). Evaluation of various functional skin parameters using a topical cream of Calendula officinalis extract. African journal of pharmacy and pharmacology. 5. 199-206
Staiger, Christiane. “Comfrey: a clinical overview.” Phytotherapy research : PTR vol. 26,10 (2012): 1441-8. doi:10.1002/ptr.4612
Journal of Clinical and Aesthetic Dermatology, January 2009, pages 404
Merfort I, Heilmann J, Hagedorn-Leweke U, Lippold BC. In vivo skin penetration studies of camomile flavones. Pharmazie. 1994;49(7):509–511.
Hou M, Sun R, Hupe M, et al. Topical apigenin improves epidermal permeability barrier homoeostasis in normal murine skin by divergent mechanisms. Exp Dermatol. 2013;22(3):210–215. doi:10.1111/exd.12102
Srivastava, Janmejai K et al. “Chamomile: A herbal medicine of the past with bright future.” Molecular medicine reports vol. 3,6 (2010): 895-901. doi:10.3892/mmr.2010.377
Peana AT, D’Aquila PS, Panin F, Serra G, Pippia P, Moretti MD. Anti-inflammatory activity of linalool and linalyl acetate constituents of essential oils. Phytomedicine. 2002;9(8):721–726. doi:10.1078/094471102321621322
Man, Adrian et al. “Antimicrobial Activity of Six Essential Oils Against a Group of Human Pathogens: A Comparative Study.” Pathogens (Basel, Switzerland) vol. 8,1 15. 28 Jan. 2019, doi:10.3390/pathogens8010015
Anil Kumar Maurya, et al, “The essential oil from Citrus limetta Risso peels alleviates skin inflammation: In-vitro and in-vivo study”, Journal of Ethnopharmacology, Volume 212, 2018, Pages 86-94
Hou, He-Shuai et al. “Extraction of essential oil from Citrus reticulate Blanco peel and its antibacterial activity against Cutibacterium acnes (formerly Propionibacterium acnes).” Heliyon vol. 5,12 e02947. 2 Dec. 2019, doi:10.1016/j.heliyon.2019.e02947
International Journal of Cosmetic Science, February 2015, pages 456-463

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CBD Skincare: The Balm by Deep Rooted Hemp Company

February 9, 2021 · 5 Comments

CBD has anti-aging, skin-enhancing, and skin healing benefits. Topical CBD also provides muscle relief. But for CBD to work, it requires a specific dosage, quality, and formulation. A product that meets all these criteria is The Balm by Deep Rooted Hemp Company. It has an astounding 1500mg of CBD to soothe muscles and improve chronic skin conditions…including signs of aging.

The Balm by Deep Rooted Hemp Company provides superior skincare benefits

Defining Quality CBD Skincare

You’ve probably seen CBD in many popular boutique brands at Sephora, Violet Gray, Blue Mercury, and Ulta.

But some CBD skincare uses just enough CBD to include it on the ingredient list, but not enough CBD to offer effective skincare or muscle relief. This practice is called “sprinkling”. Sprinkling is surprisingly common, even amongst some well-known, reputable beauty brands. Some beauty brands include only 50-100mg of CBD in their formulations.

Another practice is using questionably sourced or heavily processed CBD isolates. CBD Isolates are so highly processed that they lose the valuable CBD nutrients, including skin-loving CBG (more about CBG later).

The Balm by Deep Rooted Hemp Company is a full-spectrum CBD free of all these common CBD problems.

The Balm by Deep Rooted Hemp Company is an impressive formulation

Have you ever been underwhelmed by a CBD skincare product? Then you got a product with subpar CBD. Because good CBD lives up to the hype.

Why The Balm is Special

The Balm by Deep Rooted Hemp Company contains CBD from Deep Rooted Hemp Company’s own Colorado grown industrial hemp. Deep Rooted Hemp Company is fully transparent – all of their Independent CANNABINOID PROFILE test results are available for download on their website.

The Balm by Deep Rooted Hemp Company is:

1500mg of Full Spectrum CBD from US Grown Organic Hemp Oil
Mindfully grown and crafted
Small Batch
Sustainable supply chain supporting women, veterans, minority and disabled owned businesses.
Independently tested
Full Transparency
Minimally processed for environmentally sound footprint
Less than 0.3% THC
Responsible packaging with Hemp-based fiber labels

It is a high-quality CBD – and a generous amount of it – at a whopping 1500 mg – far exceeding their competitors. The Balm’s CBD level is high enough to address chronic skin concerns and even sore muscles.

This multi-purpose skin and muscle treatment is packaged in an easy to use, non-greasy formulation. This formulation also combines CBD with effective natural ingredients to provide relief to problematic skin and sore muscles.

The Balm contains 1500 mg per 2 ounce tin!

The Balm contains 1500 mg of full-spectrum, independently-tested CBD per 2-ounce tin!

This Full Spectrum CBD contains CBD, CBG, CBN, CBC, Flavonoids & Terpenes. Plus Omegas and Vitamin D ^[1] to give skin a lovely glow!

Style Chicks answers your questions about The Balm

Hands chapped from so much extra hand washing? The Balm is excellent on soothing my rough, dry cuticles

CBD Skincare Benefits

Full Spectrum CBD, such as used in The Balm, has several skincare benefits.

Hemp Seed Oils fatty acid profile is highly beneficial for the skin. It protects the skin barrier and treats several skin conditions such as psoriasis, eczema, dermatitis, and acne. Hemp seed oil is a good source of polyunsaturated and essential fatty acids. These address the skins of skin aging.

CBG

Cannabigerols (CBG) is a very important compound found in full spectrum CBD. CBG is a skin-care superstar.

CBG kills bacteria and reduces inflammation. CBG addresses complicated skin problems that typically require prescription creams. These include moderate photo-damage, eczema and psoriasis. ^[2]

CBG is difficult to extract, so a Full-spectrum CBD like The Balm is a great way to get CBG benefits.

CBD Skin Care Research

CBD Research Studies show many skincare and pain relief benefits

Research studies show CBD helps:

Dry and irritated skin
Sore muscles and joints
Bruises
Chapped lips
Signs of aging such as wrinkles and dullness
Inflammation, including inflammation due to chronic inflammatory conditions ^[3,4]
Acne
Skin sensitivity
Excess sebum^[5]
Eczema and Psoriasis^[6]
Restores sun-damaged skin

Topical CBD for Pain Relief

Exercise or repetitive tasks can cause achy joints and sore muscles. Topical CBD can help. The European Journal of Pain published a study reports:

“topical CBD application has therapeutic potential for relief of arthritis pain-related behaviours and inflammation without evident side-effects.”^[7]

The Balm by Deep Rooted Hemp Company has 1500mg of CBD per tin

How The Balm’s Supporting Ingredients Soothe sore muscles

Injury or exercise can induce muscle soreness.

The action of the ingredients Comfrey and Plantain are particularly interesting because, during the initial period of injury, the liver secretes an enzyme that causes the activity of fibroblasts in the body to increase collagen production, the protein the body uses to repair soft tissue.

Comfrey and Plantain produce the compound Allantoin, which stimulates the activity of the fibroblasts to continue producing collagen beyond the initial period of injury, after which time the fibroblasts ordinarily return to their pre-injury level of activity.

Scan the QR code on the bottom of the tin for the independent lab testing results for that batch

As a result, soft tissue repair continues at an accelerated pace for as long as the Comfrey and Plantain-containing formula is applied.

Arnica supports the healing that has been set in motion by Comfrey and Plantain, as do the other ingredients. It is very effective on post-workout soreness.

Let’s take a closer look at the ingredients found in The Balm.

The Balm by Deep Rooted Hemp Company

Ingredient Profile

Hemp Oil

Organic Hemp Seed Oil

Hemp Seed Oil comes from the seeds of the Cannabis sativa plant. Hemp Seed Oil doesn’t contain the same compounds as the plant, but still has the nutrients and fatty acids. These include essential amino acids, omega-3, omega-6, omega-9, Vitamin E, and minerals.

Food-grade Hemp Seed Oil contains no THC or only trace levels. THC is the compound associated with the cannabis “high”.

Olive oil

Olive Oil

Olive Oil moisturizes but won’t clog pores. It has skin-enhancing Omega-3s and polyphenols.

Linoleic acid has an anti-inflammatory effect on the skin.

Olive Oil within a formulation removes the greasy feel of direct application.

Shea Butter

Derived from the Shea nut, this emollient is packed with vitamins to soften skin, heals scars, and reduces acne.

Shea can feed the skin and overhaul the skin texture, even on deep burns.

Cocoa Seed

Cocoa Butter

Cocoa Butter from the fatty part of the Cocoa bean.

Cocoa Butter is popular for pre-empting stretch marks. It helps the skin remain resilient and elastic. It is also moisturizing.

Cocoa Seed Butter contains a significant amount of polyphenol and flavonoid antioxidants.

Cocoa Butters’ natural barrier action compensates for the disrupted ceramides levels typically found in dry, irritated or inflamed skin.

Beeswax

Beeswax is a bee by-product which softens the skin. It has an occlusive quality to provide a barrier while retaining moisture.

It is a natural skin conditioner that stands up to wind, dry weather, cold winters, and hot summer sun.

Calendula

Calendula

Calendula flower promotes the regeneration of new tissue and soothes damaged skin.

Studies have shown that calendula can increase collagen production and stimulates epithelial cell growth to promote cell turnover ^[8].

It is an anti-inflammatory that helps heal the skin. It is generally used in conjunction with other ingredients to help buffer potent ingredients and soothe the skin.

Comfrey

Comfrey

Comfrey is used for the “topical treatment of pain, inflammation and swelling of muscles and joints in degenerative arthritis, acute myalgia in the back, sprains, contusions and strains after sports injuries and accidents” ^[9]

Plantain

A starchy cousin of the tropical banana. They are often called cooking bananas.

In addition to the comfrey-plantain collagen-producing and healing action described above, Plantains contain magnesium for muscle cramp relief.

Arnica is in The Balm

Arnica

Arnica flower is a natural anti-inflammatory. It reduces puffiness without causing dryness or dehydration.

It also decreases bruising and inflammation. Arnica promotes healing and reduces swelling.

Studies show it is helpful with osteoarthritis and knee pain. It reduces swelling.^[11]

Lemongrass

The leaves and oils of the Lemongrass plant are used for a variety of ailments including rheumatism and achy joints.

Lemongrass has a fresh, calming, citrus scent.

Lavender

Lavender Oil softens and conditions the skin.

It contains linalyl acetate, an anti-inflammatory that heals skin irritation.^[10]

Lavender’s anti-microbial and anti-bacterial properties keep skin healthy. It has soothing properties to calm any imbalances such as inflammation or dry skin flaking.

The linalyl acetate in lavender enhances cell growth in the skin.

Lavender

The Experience

A freshly opened tin of The Balm has a smooth texture. It is harder than jelly or cream but it is not difficult to work with or scoop. Just a small amount is all you need.

Freshly opened The Balm has a smooth texture. It is harder than jelly but not stiff or difficult to work with

texture

Non-sticky balm that melts into an easy to apply oil texture.

The Balm texture and consistency

Close up on a scoop of The Balm to see the texture. It is the color of honey but not at all sticky, even on dry down

scent

Refreshing lemongrass as a top note. Far preferable to the tell-tale “Bengay” like odors of many topical ointments.

Directions: apply to dry skin, sore muscles, joints, and bruises. Rub in well.

application

The Balm quickly melts into the skin. It is not sticky like Bengay or lidocaine creams. The Balm doesn’t stain clothing, make me oily or leave a residue. It doesn’t burn or sting.

The Balm is outstanding on chapped lips. My lips are chronically dry, especially in winter. I tried everything, even Creme de la Mer concentrate. The Balm soothes chapped lips while providing a mild plumping action.

The Balm by Deep Rooted Hemp Company is a natural remedy to soothe sore muscles. It also provides a superior natural remedy for several chronic skincare ailments.

CBD instead of OTC Pain Relievers

With unexplained muscle or joint aches, it is always wise to check with your doctor to avoid masking a serious underlying issue.

But if your muscular pain and soreness associated with exercise or other known causes, you might find this product a good alternative to many others whose negatives outweigh their positives. Why take ibuprofen or Tylenol when a safe, natural remedy will work?

The Balm by Deep Rooted Hemp Company

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References

Oláh, Attila et al. “Cannabidiol exerts sebostatic and antiinflammatory effects on human sebocytes.” The Journal of clinical investigation vol. 124,9 (2014): 3713-24. doi:10.1172/JCI64628
Cannabis and Cannabinoid Research, June 2017, pages 139-154
Palmieri B, Laurino C, Vadalà M. A therapeutic effect of cbd-enriched ointment in inflammatory skin diseases and cutaneous scars. Clin Ter. 2019;170(2):e93–e99. doi:10.7417/CT.2019.2116
Federica P., “Cannabis sativa L. and Nonpsychoactive Cannabinoids: Their Chemistry and Role against Oxidative Stress, Inflammation, and Cancer”, BioMed Research International. Volume 2018, https://doi.org/10.1155/2018/1691428
Oláh, Cannabidiol exerts sebostatic, The Journal of clinical investigation
Palmieri, A therapeutic effect, Clin Ter.
Hammell, D C et al. “Transdermal cannabidiol reduces inflammation and pain-related behaviours in a rat model of arthritis.” European journal of pain (London, England) vol. 20,6 (2016): 936-48. doi:10.1002/ejp.818
Naveed, Akhtar & Zaman, Shahiq uz & Khan, Barkat & Khan, Haji M. shoaib & Ahmad, Mahmood & Rasool, Fatima & Mahmood, Tariq & Rasul, Akhtar. (2011). Evaluation of various functional skin parameters using a topical cream of Calendula officinalis extract. African journal of pharmacy and pharmacology. 5. 199-206.
Staiger, Christiane. “Comfrey: a clinical overview.” Phytotherapy research : PTR vol. 26,10 (2012): 1441-8. doi:10.1002/ptr.4612
R, Suter A, Saller R, et al. Choosing between NSAID and arnica for topical treatment of hand osteoarthritis in a randomised, double-blind study. Rheumatol Int. Apr 2007;27(6):585-591.
Peana AT, D’Aquila PS, Panin F, Serra G, Pippia P, Moretti MD. Anti-inflammatory activity of linalool and linalyl acetate constituents of essential oils. Phytomedicine. 2002;9(8):721–726. doi:10.1078/094471102321621322

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Raspberries to the Rescue
Kat Burki Power Trio Radiance Oil

February 3, 2021 · 3 Comments

Kat Burki Power Trio Radiance Oil is a beauty trifecta. This golden oil goes on dry and works as a finishing oil to seal in your nighttime skincare. It contains three powerful beauty oils that increase collagen and soothes irritation. These oils boast unique fatty acids profiles, contain tons of nutrients and vitamins, and rejuvenate deeper layers of the skin.

Kat Burki Power Trio radiance oil contains raspberry seed oil

Kat Burki Power Trio Oil is Step No. 5 In The Kat Burki 5 Essential Steps For Healthy Skin. It still imparts impressive results when used alone.

what We Love About It

Kat Burki Power Trio Radiance Oil gets the job done with a combination of just three oils. There are no additives and it is not watered down. A little bit goes a long way.

Kat Burki Power Trio Oil is a combo of three oils including raspberry seed oil

Kat Burki Power Trio Radiance Oil uses Raspberry seed oil which is filled with skin nourishing, collagen-building nutrients. It is gentle yet effective in addressing many skin issues.

Kat Burki uses raspberry for collagen building

Kat Burki uses raspberry seed oil for collagen-building

Let’s take a look at the amazing properties of these three oils:

Ingredient Profile

Raspberry Oil is rich in Ellagic acid, a wrinkle-reducing polyphenol compound

Red Raspberry Seed Oil

Red Raspberry Seed Oil moisturizes the skin, improves elasticity, reduces wrinkles and fine lines. It contains multiple vitamins and nutrients that are wonderful for skin.

Raspberry

Red Raspberry Seed Oil contains phytosterols. Phytosterols promote new collagen production.

Red Raspberry Seed Oil is rich in ellagic acid and has been shown to reduce the destruction of collagen, reduce wrinkles as well as protecting against Ultraviolet damage from the sun. [1] Ellagic acid is also a natural moisture sealant.

Red Raspberry seed oil has a high Vitamin E content. Vitamin E is a potent antioxidant, it reduces skin damage and removes free radicals that contribute to skin-aging.

Red raspberry seed oil contains a high amount of Omega-6 and Omega-3 essential fatty acids.

Raspberry Seed Oil contains Salicylic Acid to tackle adult acne and build collagen.

kukui Nut Oil

Aleurites moluccanus, also known as candlenut or kukui nut.

This oil can do something unusual: it can penetrate into the deep layers of the skin. This is especially exciting since it also helps promote collagen production. The deeper the skin can make collagen, the firmer it looks.

It is a dry oil yet is highly emollient and creates a protective layer.

Rich in Omega-3s, it replenishes fleshly washed skin after the irritation of cleansers and makeup removers.

It contains the skin-refining vitamins A, C, and E. A and C can be harsh on the skin, but Kukui Nut has such great softening and buffering properties that it makes C and A accessible to those with sensitive skin or skin conditions like eczema.

It reduces inflammation, treats wounds and burns, and soothes conditions like eczema.

tamanu oil

Tamanu Oil is called “Green Gold” because of its’ versatile skin and hair beauty uses. The oil comes from the Tamanu Tree found in Polynesia.

Tamanu

Tamanu oil is used for cosmetic and topical applications. It is primarily used where anti-inflammatory properties are beneficial. Tamanu Oil research supports using Tamanu Oil for the healing of burns, scars, and some skin diseases. [2]

Both anti-inflammatory and antiseptic, Tamanu Oil is used for skin conditions such as:

acne scars
burns
eczema
psoriasis
flaky, scaly or dry skin.

Tamanu Oil has a unique fatty acid profile. It has an unusual fatty acid called calophyllic acid. There are few studies on Calophyllum (calophyllic acid). But studies do exist, and there are enough to give credence to the skin healing ability of Tamanu Oil. Various studies verified the wound healing, safety, and antibacterial properties of Calophyllum [3,4]. This supports the anecdotal reports of the skin improvement seen with the traditional use of Tamanu Oil for at least scars, burns, and stretch marks.

Tamanu Oil comes from the nuts of the Tamanu Tree

Kat Burki Power Trio Radiance Oil

The Experience

Kat Burki Power Trio Radiance Oil is not watery but not thick. It is more of a dry oil feel.

It spreads well and leaves skin with a non-sticky, non-greasy glow. Seals in skincare products without pilling.

It only takes a few drops to cover the face, throat, and upper décolletage.

I can smell the Kukui nut but it dissipates after a few minutes. Once it dries down it doesn’t stain my pillowcase.

My skin is softer and seems clearer and more refined in the morning after use. The tone on my neck looks better. It locks in moisture even on moisture-robbing hot nights with air conditioning.

Kat Burki Power Trio Radiance Oil

WHERE TO BUY IT

Find Kat Burki Power Trio Radiance Oil at KatBurki.com

The Raspberry Seed oil in Kat Burki Power Trio Radiance Oil is a beauty powerhouse

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References

Bae JY, Choi JS, Kang SW, Lee YJ, Park J, Kang YH. Dietary compound ellagic acid alleviates skin wrinkle and inflammation induced by UV-B irradiation. Exp Dermatol. 2010;19(8):e182-e190. doi:10.1111/j.1600-0625.2009.01044.x
Warner, Kannan. (2010). Calophyllum inophyllum. Page 176
Léguillier, Teddy et al. “The Wound Healing and Antibacterial Activity of Five Ethnomedical Calophyllum inophyllum Oils: An Alternative Therapeutic Strategy to Treat Infected Wounds.” PloS one vol. 10,9 e0138602. 25 Sep. 2015, doi:10.1371/journal.pone.0138602 https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC4583440/
Warrier, Kannan. (2010). Calophyllum inophyllum. Pages 168-174.

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Orchid Extract

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Introducing a fabulous facial treatment by Sonäge: The Sonäge Frioz Trio refreshes, protects, and rejuvenates the skin. This trio contains an ingenious skin tool and two botanical-packed, skin-loving products. Together they quell irritation and maximize hydration.

Sonäge Frioz Trio: Icing Your Way to Better Skin

Sonäge Frioz Trio Overview

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chamomilla Recutita

rosemary

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lavender

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Sonäge NMF Hyaluronic Serum Ingredients

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Topical CBD for Pain Relief

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“topical CBD application has therapeutic potential for relief of arthritis pain-related behaviours and inflammation without evident side-effects.”^[7]

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