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Waterless Beauty SigiSkin Dew Potion

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Freshen makeup without smudging. Sigi Skin Dew Potion is made of 100% extracts, no water is used in Dew Potion. This concentrated spray not only freshens makeup but nourishes and protects the skin from environmental stressors. The lack of water makes for a powerful product that is surprisingly gentle.
SigiSkin Dew Potion

Sigi Skin Dew Potion

We frequently refresh our makeup with water, when a waterless formulation could do it so much better. Not only does it refresh makeup, but it treats skin with nourishing ingredients that help skin retain moisture. Let’s take a look at this impressive waterless formulation from Sigi Skin:

 Ingredient Profile

Chamomile flower

Chamomile flower

 

Chamomile

Chamomile is an antioxidant with potent skin-soothing action. [1]  Chamomile Extract contains flavones that inhibit the production of inflammation, even in deeper skin layers. [2] The apigenin in Chamomile protects the skin barrier [3]. This gentle and hypoallergenic extract soothes skin, heals burns, and is great for helping skin recover. Chamomile Extract also kills the bacteria that causes acne while soothing skin. [4]

aqua 3G

This ingredient is rare in skincare products because it is quite pricey. It contains an algae extract called glyceryl-glucoside. Glyceryl-glucoside works with the Aquaporins, the water conduits of cells. It stops moisture loss.

 

Maqui Berry

Rich in antioxidants, maqui berry is an excellent anti-aging ingredient. This vibrant purple berry reduces inflammation [5].

 

Licorice root

Licorice root

licorice

Licorice root contains glabridin, which is a potent antioxidant that soothes skin. It lightens dark circles gently, improves uneven tone and skin redness. it is safe for even sensitive skin. [6]

 

PELARGONIUM GRAVEOLENS EXTRACT

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Pelargonium Graveolens Extract

Pelargonium Graveolens Extract is a sweet-scented, rare geranium. It boosts skin elasticity and regulates sebum production. It is a very good antioxidant for the skin. It reduces inflammation by releasing excess water into skin tissue. [7]

The extract is superior to the oil as it removes the possibility of skin irritation due to the fragrance.

 

Baikal Skullcap

The root of Baikal Skullcap contains baicalin, wogonoside, baicalein, wogonin, and oroxylin A, all of which are flavones, a type of antioxidant that lend color to various plants and are known to be soothing.

Also known as Scutellaria baicalensis root can help skin better withstand environmental aggressors that can worsen the look of many common skin concerns.

 

SigiSkin Dew Potion is packed with hydrating ingredients

Sigi Skin Dew Potion is packed with hydrating ingredients

 

ABOUT THE BRAND

Sigi Skin founder Xenia LOVED makeup.

She traveled the world attending makeup academies and learning techniques.

She found Korea to be a hotbed of skin innovation and technology. While in Korea, she discovered a different approach to beauty. It focused foremost on preparing the skin.

With this new mindset, she created a curated line of simple to use skincare essentials called Sigi Skin.

Sigi Skin believes makeup looks its’ best on good skin. They believe taking care of skin means makeup can enhance, not just mask or cover-up. Less is more when skin already looks good.

Sigi Skin is new to the United States, and we absolutely love their products. Read more about their cleanser and hydrating sunscreen.

Sigi Skin Pink Nectar Daily Eye Mask Featured on StyleChicks.com

The Sigi Skin waterless skincare range

Where to Find It

Find Sigi Skin Dew Potion at SigiSkin.com

QUESTIONS?
COMMENTS?

Have any questions or comments about Sigi Skin Dew Potion? The Style Chicks are here to answer them.

Leave a comment or email us at questions@stylechicks.com

 

 

Other Sigi Skin Products We Love

Repairing with Peach Extract: Sigi Skin Peach Nectar Daily Eye Mask

Vegan Clean & Hydrating: Sigi Skin Morning Glow Physical Sunscreen

References

  1. Journal of Clinical and Aesthetic Dermatology, January 2009, pages 404
  2. Merfort I, Heilmann J, Hagedorn-Leweke U, Lippold BC. In vivo skin penetration studies of camomile flavones. Pharmazie. 1994;49(7):509–511.
  3. 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
  4. Journal of Clinical and Aesthetic Dermatology, January 2009, pages 404
  5. Watson RR, Schönlau F. Nutraceutical and antioxidant effects of a delphinidin-rich maqui berry extract Delphinol®: a review. Minerva Cardioangiol. 2015;63(2 Suppl 1):1–12.
  6. Natural Product Research, December 2007, pages 1,234-1,239
  7. American Journal of Essential Oils and Natural Products, June 2014, pages 13-16

 

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Sigi Skin Dew Potion was submitted to Style Chicks for consideration purposes. All opinions and experiences are 100% our own.

SigiSkin Dew Potion

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Freshen makeup without smudging. Sigi Skin Dew Potion is made of 100% extracts, no water is used in Dew Potion. This concentrated spray not only freshens makeup but nourishes and protects the skin from environmental stressors. The lack of water makes for a powerful product that is surprisingly gentle.
SigiSkin Dew Potion

Sigi Skin Dew Potion

We frequently refresh our makeup with water, when a waterless formulation could do it so much better. Not only does it refresh makeup, but it treats skin with nourishing ingredients that help skin retain moisture. Let’s take a look at this impressive waterless formulation from Sigi Skin:

Ingredient Profile

Chamomile flower

Chamomile flower

 

Chamomile

Chamomile is an antioxidant with potent skin-soothing action. [1]  Chamomile Extract contains flavones that inhibit the production of inflammation, even in deeper skin layers. [2] The apigenin in Chamomile protects the skin barrier [3]. This gentle and hypoallergenic extract soothes skin, heals burns, and is great for helping skin recover. Chamomile Extract also kills the bacteria that causes acne while soothing skin. [4]

Aqua 3G

This ingredient is rare in skincare products because it is quite pricey. It contains an algae extract called glyceryl-glucoside. Glyceryl-glucoside works with the Aquaporins, the water conduits of cells. It stops moisture loss.

 

Maqui Berry

Rich in antioxidants, maqui berry is an excellent anti-aging ingredient. This vibrant purple berry reduces inflammation [5].

 

Licorice root

Licorice root

Licorice

Licorice root contains glabridin, which is a potent antioxidant that soothes skin. It lightens dark circles gently, improves uneven tone and skin redness. it is safe for even sensitive skin. [6]

 

PELARGONIUM GRAVEOLENS EXTRACT

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Pelargonium Graveolens Extract

Pelargonium Graveolens Extract is a sweet-scented, rare geranium. It boosts skin elasticity and regulates sebum production. It is a very good antioxidant for the skin. It reduces inflammation by releasing excess water into skin tissue. [7]

The extract is superior to the oil as it removes the possibility of skin irritation due to the fragrance.

 

Baikal Skullcap

The root of Baikal Skullcap contains baicalin, wogonoside, baicalein, wogonin, and oroxylin A, all of which are flavones, a type of antioxidant that lend color to various plants and are known to be soothing.

Also known as Scutellaria baicalensis root can help skin better withstand environmental aggressors that can worsen the look of many common skin concerns.

 

SigiSkin Dew Potion is packed with hydrating ingredients

Sigi Skin Dew Potion is packed with hydrating ingredients

 

ABOUT THE BRAND

Sigi Skin founder Xenia LOVED makeup.

She traveled the world attending makeup academies and learning techniques.

She found Korea to be a hotbed of skin innovation and technology. While in Korea, she discovered a different approach to beauty. It focused foremost on preparing the skin.

With this new mindset, she created a curated line of simple to use skincare essentials called Sigi Skin.

Sigi Skin believes makeup looks its best on good skin. They believe taking care of skin means makeup can enhance, not just mask or cover-up. Less is more when skin already looks good.

Sigi Skin is new to the United States, and we absolutely love their products. Read more about their cleanser and hydrating sunscreen.

Sigi Skin Pink Nectar Daily Eye Mask Featured on StyleChicks.com

The Sigi Skin waterless skincare range

Where to Find It

Find Sigi Skin Dew Potion at SigiSkin.com

QUESTIONS?
COMMENTS?

Have any questions or comments about Sigi Skin Dew Potion? The Style Chicks are here to answer them.

Leave a comment or email us at questions@stylechicks.com

 

 

Other Sigi Skin Products We Love

Repairing with Peach Extract: Sigi Skin Peach Nectar Daily Eye Mask

Vegan Clean & Hydrating: Sigi Skin Morning Glow Physical Sunscreen

References

  1. Journal of Clinical and Aesthetic Dermatology, January 2009, pages 404
  2. Merfort I, Heilmann J, Hagedorn-Leweke U, Lippold BC. In vivo skin penetration studies of camomile flavones. Pharmazie. 1994;49(7):509-511.
  3. 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
  4. Journal of Clinical and Aesthetic Dermatology, January 2009, pages 404
  5. Watson RR, Schnlau F. Nutraceutical and antioxidant effects of a delphinidin-rich maqui berry extract Delphinol®: a review. Minerva Cardioangiol. 2015;63(2 Suppl 1):1–12.
  6. Natural Product Research, December 2007, pages 1,234-1,239
  7. American Journal of Essential Oils and Natural Products, June 2014, pages 13-16

 

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Sigi Skin Dew Potion was submitted to Style Chicks for consideration purposes. All opinions and experiences are 100% our own.

Fight Environmental Skin Stressors with Volto Urbano Moisturizing Blue Oil

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Environmental stressors accelerate skin aging. So we are excited about Volto Urbano, an innovative brand with skincare formulations based on peer-reviewed research. The result is barrier-repairing, restorative skin care that combats external aging factors. Today we look at Moisturizing Blue Oil, a lightweight, restorative, go-to oil packed with skin-enhancing goodness.
Moisturizing Blue Oil is a natural shade of translucent lapis blue

Moisturizing Blue Oil is a natural shade of translucent lapis blue

About our Exposome
Our skin has seen some things. Bad things.

We know sun exposure damages (and ages) skin. Research reveals environmental stressors are also a significant oxidative factor. Turns out, skin aging is more influenced by extrinsic than intrinsic processes.[1]

Our “Exposome” is the collective experiences our skin sustains which results in accelerated aging and damage.

In a review of environmental studies evidence, European scientists, specializing in environmental medicine and/or skin biology concluded that air pollution, UV radiation, frigid temperatures, dust, dry air, tobacco smoke exposure, and even our cosmetics and skincare can take a collective environmental toll on the skin.[2]

Skin experts conclude “the skin aging exposome consists of external and internal factors and their interactions, affecting a human individual from conception to death as well as the response of the human body to these factors that lead to biological and clinical signs of skin aging.”[3]

Studies also show air pollution can also make existing skin conditions, like atopic dermatitis, even worse. [4]

But you can fight back.

Finding the Right Skincare For Your Environment

Products to counteract environmental impacts may work well in one location but be unsuitable for another.  Skincare needs in a cold, dusty, rural area are very different than a hot, humid, polluted city.

Many K-beauty oils masterfully address environmental concerns in certain environmental conditions. But these oils are often too heavy and oily for stateside use.

If you are concerned about the impact of environmental stressors, you have probably tried a few products. If K-beauty oils are too heavy for your skin, Volto Urbano Moisturizing Blue Oil is a lightweight but highly effective oil option.

Volto Urbano uses only research-backed ingredients to fight environmental skin damage

Volto Urbano uses only research-backed ingredients to fight environmental skin damage

The Experience

Volto Urbano Moisturizing Blue Oil is a light oil, despite some rich ingredients. It doesn’t feel greasy or tacky. Just a few drops leave even dry skin smooth while quelling redness and irritation. My skin just drinks it in and it dries down to a silky finish.

Rich in Vitamins A and C, it counteracts environmental damage without drying or irritating skin.

It can be applied directly to facial skin or mixed in with your favorite cream.

Moisturizing Blue Oil really shines in hot humid weather. New England is experiencing record high temperatures. This hot, sticky weather is paired with moisture depleting air conditioning. We especially love that Moisturizing Blue Oil is a protective, hydrating barrier without feeling at all heavy on the skin. Skin looks refined, plumped, and dewy.

Only a few drops of this lightweight oil are needed. The oil has a natural lapis blue hue. This is due to the chamomile derived, skin-soothing Guaiazulene.  Let’s take a closer look at Moisturizing Blue Oil’s researched-backed, skin-loving ingredients:

the Ingredients

This formula has a hydrating Sunflower Oil base combined with soothing, skin rejuvenating natural ingredients

This formula has a hydrating Sunflower Oil base combined with soothing, skin rejuvenating natural ingredients

Helianthus Annuus

Helianthus Annuus is better known as Sunflower Seed Oil. Sunflower Seed Oil is hydrating, nourishing, and an excellent supporting oil base or carrier oil for the other treating oils in this formulation.

Functions as a lipid buffer against drying ingredients or topical medicines [5] Sunflower Oil softens skin irritated by drying topicals. It hydrates and calms red, irritated skin.  Linoleic acid Gives sunflower seed oil anti-inflammatory properties.  It is a natural treatment for atopic dermatitis. [6]

It retains moisture in the skin and is also rich in vitamin E.

Safflower

Carthamus tinctorius

Carthamus tinctorius is safflower seed oil. It is lipid-rich.

Safflower Oil is high in Omegas 3, 6, and 9. It hydrates dry skin, soothes irritation, and enhances skin texture and appearance.

Aleurites moluccana

Aleurites moluccana is kukui seed oil. It is used to intensely hydrate and moisture skin.

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

Style Chicks Glossary of Skin and Hair Terms. Borage glossary definition on StyleChicks.com

Borage flower

Borago officinalis

Borago officinalis is borage seed oil. It is a lipid-rich plant oil.

Borage calms the skin. It is high in nourishing long-chain gamma-linoleic fatty acid.  It keeps skin healthy and hydrated while reducing skin irritation and inflammation.

Amyris Bark

Amyris balsamifera

Amyris balsamifera is Amyris bark oil which is a moisturizing oil from the torchwood tree.

It is often used as an essential oil for relaxation. It also has skin rejuvenation benefits that slow down the appearance of aging.

citrus aurantium dulcis

Citrus aurantium dulcis is orange peel oil.

Orange Peel has more Vitamin C than the fleshly orange fruit, almost double. It fights free radicals, removes blackheads and acne, and reduces wrinkles.

Orange Oil and Orange peel glossary definitions on StyleChicks.com

Orange peel oil

Clove flower and leaf

eugenia caryophyllus

Eugenia caryophyllus is clove leaf oil.

Clove leaf oil can firm the skin.

It is also an anti-inflammatory that reduces acne-causing bacteria. [7]

guaiazulene

Guaiazulene comes from Chamomile

Guaiazulene is an oil that comes from chamomile. It is named for the Spanish word for blue due to its’ natural deep blue-violet pigment. Guaiazulene is used as a natural colorant, such as the natural blue hue of this translucent oil.

Like chamomile, it holds skin-soothing properties including being an anti-inflammatory, antibacterial, and anti-fungal agent.

lavandula hybrida

Lavender

Lavandula hybrida is lavender oil.

Lavender Oil softens and conditions the skin.

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.

tocopherol

Tocopherol is a form of Vitamin E.  Tocopherol softens skin texture and reduces scars. Vitamin E makes old scars soft and pliable. Once the skin is pliable, other treating ingredients are more effective.

Evening Primrose

Evening Primrose Oil

Oenothera biennis is evening primrose oil.

Evening Primrose Oil is full of Omega-6 fatty acids for glowing skin.  It is excellent as a topical ingredient to provide moisture without clogging the skin and is helpful for eczema and acne.

It supports elastin, moisture, and skin firmness. [8]

tetrahexyldecyl ascorbate

Tetrahexyldecyl ascorbate is fat-soluble Vitamin C. Its’ fatty acid component penetrates the skin easily. It pairs well with other vitamin C forms for enhanced effectiveness.

Olea Europaea

Olives

Olea Europaea is olive oil unsaponifiables.

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.

tocopheryl acetate

Tocopheryl Acetate is the most potent form of Vitamin E. It helps skin retain hydration and softens fine lines.

Rosa Canina

Rosa canina is rosehip fruit oil. It is a polyphenol antioxidant.

Rosehips

Rosehip Seed Oil is high in Vitamins A, C, and E. They provide nutrients, fade acne scars, and promote cell turnover. Rose Hip Seed Oil is a Vitamin C variant that is both a treatment and a hydrating ingredient. It offers the benefits of Vitamin C and Retinol serums such as lightening dark spots but without causing irritation.

Rosehip oil also has omega-6 and omega-3 fatty acids to soothe and moisturize eczema or dry skin. [9] There is generally a strong scent that is subdued within this formulation.

Jojoba Oil

Simmondsia Chinensis is jojoba seed oil. It is a lipid-rich plant oil.

Jojoba Seeds

Jojoba Seeds

Jojoba oil is an emollient, made of 98% monounsaturated fats. Jojoba gives elasticity and softness to the skin.

Jojoba is a carrier oil, increasing the efficacy of other active ingredients. As a carrier oil, it enhances the ingredients it is paired with instead of creating a barrier.

C13-15 alkane

C13-15 alkane is a silky, softening emollient.

Grapeseed Oil Extract kills bacteria while softening skin

Grapeseed Oil restores and softens skin

Vitis Vinifera

Vitis vinifera is grape seed oil.

Grapeseed Oil is nourishing to the skin and contains building blocks for collagen production. Grapeseed is highly beneficial to damaged skin requiring restoration, such as burns and scars.

High in Polyphenols, Vitamins C, D, E, and Omega 6, it treats dry skin, wrinkles, discoloration, and aging.

About Volto Urbano

Few brands address the impact of environmental stressors without excessively stripping or overly oiling the skin. Volto Urbano produces highly moisturizing skincare that combats environmental skin damage.

We also like Volto Urbano’s natural plus clean lab-synthesized preservatives approach to steer clear of harmful chemicals while maximizing the efficacy of natural ingredients.

We love that the Volto Urbano range doesn’t contain buzzword or trendy skincare inclusions. They only use ingredients proven to be effective.

Volto Urbano develops skincare formulations are based on peer-reviewed research published in dermatological and chemist scientific journals.

Not sure how to combat environmental stressors in your region? Take Volto Urbano’s “My Regimen Builder” quiz to find recommendations suited to YOUR skin.

Stay tuned for our follow-up post on our tips and tricks for getting the most out of Volto Urbano Moisturizing Blue Oil

WHERE TO BUY IT

Find Volto Urbano Moisturizing Blue Oil at Volto Urbano and Amazon

Volto Urbano Moisturizing Blue Oil is a lightweight oil that counteracts environmental skin stress

QUESTIONS?
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references

  1. Rinnerthaler, M., Bischof, J., Streubel, M. K., Trost, A., Richter, K. (2015). Oxidative stress in aging human skin. Biomolecules 5, 545-589. doi: 10.3390/biom5020545
  2. Krutmann, J., Bouloc, A., Sore, G., Bernard, B. A., Passeron, T. (2017). The skin aging exposome. J. Dermatol. Sci. 85, 152-161. doi: 10.1016/j.jdermsci.2016.09.015
  3. Ibid
  4. Kim, J., Kim, E. H., Oh, I., Jung, K., Han, Y., Cheong, H. K., et al. (2013). Symptoms of atopic dermatitis are influenced by outdoor air pollution. J. Allergy. Clin. Immunol. 132, 495-498 e491. doi: 10.1016/j.jaci.2013.04.019
  5. Loden M, Andersson AC. Effect of topically applied lipids on surfactant-irritated skin. Br J Dermatol. 1996;134(2):215-20.
  6. Lopez Perez G, Torres Altamirano M. Indications for sunflower oil concentrate in the treatment of atopic dermatitis. Rev Alerg Mex. 2006;53(6):217-25.
  7. Fu Y, Chen L, Zu Y, et al. “The Antibacterial Activity of Clove Essential Oil Against Propionibacterium acnes and Its Mechanism of Action”. Arch Dermatol.2009;145(1):86-88. doi:10.1001/archdermatol.2008.549
  8. Muggli, R. (2005), “Systemic evening primrose oil improves the biophysical skin parameters of healthy adults.” International Journal of Cosmetic Science, 27: 243-249. doi:10.1111/j.1467-2494.2005.00274.x
  9. Grajzer, Magdalena, et al. “Characteristics of rose hip (Rosa canina L.) cold-pressed oil and its oxidative stability studied by the differential scanning calorimetry method” Food chemistry 188 (2015): 459-466.

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Volto Urbano Moisturizing Blue Oil was submitted to Style Chicks for consideration purposes. All opinions and experiences are 100% our own.

Skin Soothing, Easy Age Spot Fix
Mad Hippie Hydrating Nutrient Mist

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Uneven skin tone sneaks up on you. Discoloration from acne scars and photodamage are almost impossible to conceal. Mad Hippie Hydrating Nutrient Mist does skin-quenching sprays one better by improving skin tone at the same time. It is packed with antioxidants and leaves skin supple. Plus the Hesperidin protects collagen and fights photo-damage. And it practically sprays the dark age spots off your face.

For the skin obsessed, discoloration is a particularly irritating problem. To fade them often requires some skin irritating actives that leave skin parched. Fortunately, Mad Hippie has a gentle, natural solution.

Why It Is Special

Mad Hippie Hydrating Nutrient Mist is a delightful mist soothes what ails your skin while improving discoloration. It contains skin goodies like Pomegranate, Gingko Bilboa, Vitamin C, and Hesperidin.

Hesperidin is a skincare workhorse. We don’t know why more products don’t contain this non-irritating, skin-loving, discoloration fixing, a skin-quenching enhancer that really gets stuff done. But we sure are glad Mad Hippie packs it into this mist.

And check out some of the other skin-quenching ingredients:

The Ingredients

Sweet Orange is rich in collagen-protecting Hesperidin

Sweet Orange is rich in collagen-protecting Hesperidin

Sweet Orange is high in Hesperidin

Sweet Orange is high in Hesperidin

Hesperidin

Hesperidin is a plant flavonoid from citrus fruits like sweet orange and lemon. [1] It has been shown to help reduce the appearance of skin discoloration and it inhibits future overproduction of melanin. [2] It is collagen and fibroblast protective and reduces the appearance of sun damage [3]. This antioxidant anti-inflammatory soothes the skin. [4]

Sodium PCA

A natural humectant, Sodium PCA binds moisture to the skin dramatically improving skin hydration.

Milk Thistle

Milk Thistle

Milk thistle is about 80% silymarin.

Silymarin is an antioxidant and free radical scavenger.  It protects skin and fights signs of aging due to sun damage. It is used by dermatologists for all kinds of inflammatory skin conditions including acne, rosacea, psoriasis, and atopic dermatitis. [5]

Milk thistle also contains fatty acids, including linoleic acid.

Gingko Biloba

Ginkgo Biloba

A natural ingredient from the maidenhair tree.

Ginkgo Biloba increases blood flow to the skin. Better blood flow means more nutrients are available for skin rejuvenation and collagen production.

Ginkgo Biloba contains high amounts of antioxidants to reduce skin redness and discoloration.

Vitamin C

Vitamin C is applied topically for targeted skin-rejuvenation.  It is an anti-aging, acne reducing, dark pigmentation fading powerhouse. Vitamin C is a building block for collagen, the support structure of the skin. Vitamin C also fades acne scars and improves sun-damaged skin texture.

Vitamin C reduces wrinkles & discoloration. It pairs marvelously with Hesperidin.

Resveratrol rich blueberries

Resveratrol

Resveratrol is a polyphenol that functions as an antioxidant. It is found in plant-based foods including blueberries, grapes, mulberries, raspberries and peanuts, and red wine.  It is a skincare staple because it reverses aged (senescent) cells to a physically younger, active state. [6]

White Pine Bark

White Pine Bark improves skin hydration and elasticity while decreasing skin fatigue while reducing the appearance of skin discoloration.

Flowering Camellia Sinensis

Flowering Camellia Sinensis or Green Tea

Green Tea

Green Tea feeds and moisturizes the skin, calms irritation and is an excellent antioxidant. Topical Green Tea application reduce sun damage, decrease collagen breakdown and increase cell regeneration. Green tea contains polyphenols that may improve sun-damaged skin. [7]

High in Epigallocatechin gallate (EGCG), green tea is a major player in skin health and appearance. 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. [8]

Sodium Hyaluronate

Sodium HA is a non-synthesized form of Hyaluronic Acid. It has Hyaluronic Acid benefits, is a humectant and offers stronger moisture retention properties than regular HA. It is found naturally and ample supply in young skin, but depletes with age. It moisturizes the skin while reducing the appearance of wrinkles.

Sodium Hyaluronate Acid has a lower molecular size compared to other Hyaluronic Acids. This is beneficial because it can absorb deeper into the skin.

Pomegranate Seed Extract

How Pomegranate Benefits Skin on StyleChicks

Pomegranate

Pomegranate Seed Extract is a safe, natural pomegranate based skincare ingredient.Those juicy, jewel-like seeds are arils. Arils are packed with antioxidants, minerals, vitamins A, C, K, and E plus folic and ellagic acids.

Pomegranates contain three times the antioxidants of wine or green tea. [9] Pomegranate Seed Extract increases skin barrier formation and improves skin hydration. Meanwhile, it delivers impressive collagen-building results.

Some of our favorite Mad Hippie brightening products

The Experience

This light mist leaves skin supple and dewy.

Glowing, soft skin isn’t just for face and neck use it on decolletage, shoulders and arms. Many of us have a sprinkling of discoloration on our chest and shoulders. This spray can effectively sack this diffuse discoloration and even out skin tone without irritation or skin peeling.

Hooray for Hesperidin!!!

Use on face, arms, neck, and chest.

Where to Buy It

Find Hydrating Nutrient Mist at Mad Hippie and Ulta

Hydrating Nutrient Mist

Mad Hippie Hydrating Nutrient Mist

Mad Hippie Hydrating Nutrient Mist

QUESTIONS?
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References

  1. Garg A, Garg S, Zaneveld L, Singla A. Chemistry and pharmacology of the Citrus bioflavonoid hesperidin. Phytother Res. 2001;15(8):655-669
  2. Zhu W, Gao J. The use of botanical extracts as topical skin-lightening agents for the improvement of skin pigmentation disorders. J Investig Dermatol Symp Proc. 2008;13(1):20-24.
  3. Proteggente A, Basu-Modak S, Kuhnle G, et al. Hesperetin glucuronide, a photoprotective agent arising from flavonoid metabolism in human skin fibroblasts. Photochem Photobiol. 2003;78(3):256-261.
  4. Parhiz H, Roohbakhsh A, Soltani F, Rezaee R, Iranshahi M. Antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties of the citrus flavonoids hesperidin and hesperetin: an updated review of their molecular mechanisms and experimental models. Phytother Res. 2015;29(3):323-331.
  5. Mamalis A, Nguyen DH, Brody N, Jagdeo J. The active natural anti-oxidant properties of chamomile, milk thistle, and halophilic bacterial components in human skin in vitro. J Drugs Dermatol. 2013;12(7):780-784.
  6. Salehi, Bahare et al. “Resveratrol: A Double-Edged Sword in Health Benefits.” Biomedicines vol. 6,3 91. 9 Sep. 2018, doi:10.3390/biomedicines6030091
  7. International Journal of Cosmetic Science, February 2015, pages 456-463
  8. Journal of Pharmacol Exp Ther 2003 306: 29-34
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Kid & Pregnancy Safe Non-Toxic Manicures
Kapa Nui Nails

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We love a pretty manicure, but it is hard to justify using chemical-laden polishes. So we were delighted to find a line of natural and lovely polish shades. They are safe for everyone: kids, pregnant women, even persons with cancer. And when paired with their special Base and Top Coat Sealer, these colors stay on until you take them off, even with constant hand washing. Meet Kapa Nui Nails.

Kapa Nui Nails are a safe alternative nail range inspired by the vibrant shades of Hawaiian beaches.

Safe For All

It is not that we don’t use a well-placed chemical within beauty, but when possible, we always try to find other options. Especially on our hands.

These vibrant pretty Hawaii inspired shades are safe for all. They are kid-safe and pregnancy safe.

  • Toxin-free
  • PETA Certified vegan
  • cruelty-free
  • Eco-friendly

These polishes are made from carbon, nitrogen, and water. It degrades back into naturally occurring forms of these elements. No plastics or polymers.

Kapa Nui Nails are alternative safe for everyone, including pregnant women, kids, and people with cancer.

The Range

Inspired by the Beauty of Hawai’i

The range includes 33 polish shades. There are sand tone nudes, ocean blues, greens and teals, and vibrant pinks and purple orchid shades.

We tried the Starter Set. It contains:

  • Three Starter size bottles (9ml) of your favorite colors.
  • Kapa Nui Base & Top Coat (15ml)
  • Kapa Nui Remover (1 oz)
  • Manicure Sticks x5
  • Re-usable Remover Pads x5
  • Custom cosmetic bag

shades

We tried three Big Island-inspired shades:

We tried three Kapa Nui shades

Kapa Nui Hawaiian Inspired shades

Pua Melia

Pua Melia is a soft-matte pink with a cream finish. This semi-sheer is buildable to semi-opaque in 2-3 coats. One coat is a creamy pale.

Pua Melia

Two shades with a shell tone pink. Pua Melia (right) and Seashells Heart (left)

Seashells Heart

A lustrous pastel pink with pearly shimmer. Evocative of the pink hue inside of conch seashells.

Seashell Hearts is the pearliest of these three shades

Seashells Heart

Kapa Nui captures the pink vibrant hue seen inside queen conch shells

Sweet Wahine

Sweet Wahine is a creamy violet with some sheen but not pearly or shimmery.

Kapa Nui Sweet Wahini

Sweet Wahine

Evocative of Hawaiian orchids

Base & Top Coat Sealer

The sealer is key to a long-lasting, high-performance manicure. This dual functioning layer provides tight adhesion of your color layer as a Base Coat and as a Top Coat Sealer, gives your color longer life with 2 to 3 times more chip resistance.

For a long-lasting, gel manicure look, apply Base & Top Coat Sealer in thin layers and let set for 60 seconds before applying 1-2 coats of color. Seal with a final top coat.

There is no odor.

Sweet Wahine, Pua Melia and Base & Top Coat Sealer

Non-Toxic Nail Polish Remover

A cruelty-free gel that contains no acetone or alcohol.

The gel formulation is suitable for travel and there is no unpleasant odor.

We like the fine pen tip nozzle for post-polish application clean up jobs.

Kapa Nui Polish Remover is an odor free gel formula

Kapa Nui Polish Remover is especially formulated to remove Kapa Nui polishes

the experience

Kapa Nui polishes are odor-free and they wear like a gel or lacquer.

The shades are vibrant

Kapa Nui swatches: Seashells Heart, Sweet Wahine, Pua Melia.

The brush applies a smooth, even coat.

The brush applies evenly without skipping or errant bristles


 

About Kapa Nui Nails

We want all women to know they do not need to sacrifice health for beauty. – Kapa Nui

Many brands come from a beauty background. But Kapa Nui Nails has a health background.

One of the founders is a board-certified OB-GYN with a long career focused on empowering women in their health care choices.

Launched in August 2019 a line of clean and green nail polish and products that delivers what health-conscious polish wearers are looking for; toxin-free polish, products that do no harm to people or the environment.

We developed alternative nail products that are safe for everyone, including pregnant women, children, and people with cancer. Working with our highly accomplished chemist, we developed a full line of nail products including our curated color palette, inspired by the Hawaii we love.

Hawaiian Inspired Beauty

Where to Find It

Find Kapa Nui products at https://www.kapanuinails.com

Kapa Nui polishes


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