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When Ingredients Are BFFs: Mad Hippie Vitamin C Serum with 8 Actives

February 17, 2020 · 5 Comments

What makes a good Vitamin C Serum even better? When it comes with eight supporting actives focused on superior skin optimization. Vitamin C gets a helping hand with a combination of natural but powerful ingredients that revitalize skin. Each active in this formulation has a corresponding buddy ingredient. Every active has an improved mechanism because of their buddy. And together, they kick signs of aging to the curb.
Mad Hippie Vitamin C Serum

Mad Hippie Vitamin C Serum

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Mad Hippie C Serum


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Table of Contents

  1. Mad Hippie C Overview
  2. The Details
    • 2.1   Ingredient Profile
    • 2.2  What We Love
    • 2.3  How to Use It
    • 2.4  Results
  3. Buy Mad Hippie C Serum
  4. Supporting Research 
  5. Readers Questions & Comments

 

Vitamin C serum is a holy grail product when it comes to tackling whatever skincare problem ails you. It treats sun damage, acne, acne scars, discoloration, age spots, fine lines, skin texture, and enlarged pores all while promoting collagen production. But even Vitamin C needs a little help from its’ friends.

In the case of Mad Hippie Vitamin C Serum, those friends come in the form of some skin-friendly actives that are packed with skin-nourishing vitamins, hydration, lipids, fatty acids and other goodies that keep skin acting younger and looking vibrant.

Every active in this formulation has a corresponding buddy ingredient. Each active has an improved mechanism because of their buddy.
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A solid formulation where all the ingredients support each other

When Actives Are BFFs

Mad Hippie Vitamin C Serum has active ingredients that work together. Some examples:

Konjac + Hyaluronic Acid

The Hyaluronic Acid and Konjac Acid combination do something special.

Both Hyaluronic Acid and Konjac have high hygroscopic properties. They pull moisture from the air. The low molecular weight hyaluronic acid plus the glucomannan in konjac maximize their combined water absorption capacity. Once they absorb into the skin, they link. They attract water and swell in the skin. I mean, really, really swell with water. All the can get. So much water. It gives the skin a nice plump look while simultaneously treating.

The Three Amigos

Ferulic, C, and E are all anti-aging antioxidants. Awesome individually, but together they are special. According to the Journal of Investigative Dermatology:

“Ferulic acid alone (and vitamins C and E) provide partial protection but vitamins C, E and ferulic acid [altogether] provide virtually complete protection.” [1]

The Vitamin C is part of a Serum Duo with the Mad Hippie Exfoliating Serum but also available as a stand-alone product.  The Mad Hippie Serum Duo has an astounding number of actives between them, yet don’t irritate the skin.

Mad Hippie Vitamin C Serum and Exfoliating Serum Duo

Mad Hippie Vitamin C Serum and Exfoliating Serum Duo

Let’s examine these active ingredients in detail.

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Active Ingredient Profile


Vitamin C (Sodium Ascorbyl Phosphate)

A water-soluble C particularly effective on acne treatment and prevention. Sodium ascorbyl phosphate (SAP) is a stable precursor of vitamin C that ensures a constant delivery of vitamin C into the skin. [2] In layperson terms, it won’t turn brown or go bad. SAP has a strong antimicrobial effect.

Konjac Root

This unusual looking specimen seen below is Konjac Root. It contains glucomannan, a moisturizer similar to the natural hyaluronic found in young skin. It makes skin look and act younger.  It penetrates the upper layer of the epidermis and hydrates the surface.

Konjac root also contains a slew of skin-friendly vitamins such as A, B1, B2, B6, B12, C, D, and E, plus lipids and fatty acids. It smooths fine wrinkles and promotes collagen and elastin production.

Konjac also contains copper, a skincare superstar that builds collagen and the elusive but skin-vital elastin. Elastin is crucial because it reduces sagging and wrinkles and gives skin a springy and healthy look. Copper is rare and pricey skincare, which makes its’ presence in this formula all the more awesome. Copper also plays very well with the other actives in this formula. [3]

Konjac Root

ferulic acid

Ferulic acid (4-hydroxy-3-methoxycinnamic acid) is naturally found in plant cell walls. Ferulic acid makes Vitamin C more stable, and is also an anti-oxidant. Ferulic acid is particularly good at protecting against aging caused by free radicals and environmental stress factors.

Hyaluronic acid

In addition to the humectant and plumping properties described above, Hyaluronic Acid (HA) is a microcarrier. Like a friend with VIP access, it helps active molecules penetrate deeper into the skin for better results.

HA assists all the actives and is particularly good at the dermal delivery of sodium ascorbyl phosphate (SAP).

Vitamin E

A protective antioxidant that lessens discoloration.  E makes damaged skin soft and pliable again while reducing wrinkle and fine line formation.

Clary Sage

Clary Sage

Clary sage strengthens the skin while balancing excess sebum. It calms and rejuvenates the skin in a manner similar to lavender but without as strong of a scent.

It contains linalyl acetate, an anti-inflammatory that heals skin irritation.[4]

Chamomile Extract

Chamomile flower

Chamomile flower

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. [5]

Meanwhile, The apigenin in Chamomile protects the skin barrier. [6] This gentle and hypoallergenic extract soothes skin, heals burns, and is great for helping skin recover and benefit from chemical peels.

Chamomile Extract is an antioxidant that also kills the bacteria that causes acne while soothing skin. [7]

The chamomile helps enable the daily use of this serum without irritation or skin peeling.

Chamomile

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What We Love About It

This is a particularly impressive C serum. As a stable C, it is good to the last drop: no degrading or turning brown.

The ingredient combo is exceptionally effective and hits all the bases.  Skin appears refined after use without redness or tightness. There is no peeling skin or dryness. It is powerful but there is no need to skip a day due to irritation.

Unlike many C serums, it is not sticky or tacky on dry down. It doesn’t pill or get crusty under my sunscreen and makeup.✽class=”toc_list”

The Vitamin C is part of a Serum Duo with the Mad Hippie Exfoliating Serum but also available as a stand-alone product.  Read about Mad Hippie Exfoliating Serum ingredients and our experience here.

How to Use This Serum

After cleansing, apply just a half a dropper full daily to the face and throat. Follow with a moisturizer so the hyaluronic and Konjac acids can work their moisture-binding, skin-plumping, hygroscopic magic.

Apply twice a day if this is your only serum, or once a day if using the MH Exfoliative Serum or another nighttime favorite.

Apply one-half dropper of the serum to face and throat.

Apply one-half dropper of the serum to face and throat.

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RESULTS

The impact of Konjac and C together is so impressive: dark spots fade fairly quickly. Paired with the Mad Hippie Exfoliating Serum at night, this duo makes for an impressive one-two punch against aging and skin issues like discoloration, acne, fine lines, and skin texture. And it does it with zero irritation.

If skin aging, poor texture, acne or sun damage make you want to apply ALL the things, this C Serum and the serum duo contain many excellent actives in the right combination and proportions to get the job done without causing any irritation.

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WHERE TO FIND IT

Mad Hippie Vitamin C Serum is available at Mad Hippie as part of a serum combo or separately:

  • Mad Hippie Serum Combo
  • Mad Hippie C Serum
  • Mad Hippie Exfoliating Serum
Apply one half dropper of the serum to face and throat.

The Mad Hippie Serum Duo has an astounding number of actives between them, yet don’t irritate the skin.


QUESTIONS?
COMMENTS?

Have any comments or questions about Mad Hippie Vitamin C Serum? The Style Chicks are here to answer them.

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

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References

  1. Lin, Fu-Hsiung et al., Ferulic Acid Stabilizes a Solution of Vitamins C and E and Doubles its Photoprotection of Skin, Journal of Investigative Dermatology, Volume 125, Issue 4, 826 – 832
  2. Klock, J. *; Ikeno, H. +; Ohmori, K. ++; Nishikawa, T. [S]; Vollhardt, J. *; Schehlmann, V. *, Sodium ascorbyl phosphate shows in vitro and in vivo efficacy in the prevention and treatment of acne vulgaris. [Article] International Journal of Cosmetic Science. 27(3):171-176, June 2005.
  3. A.A, Abdulghani & A, Sherr & S, Shirin & G, Solodkina & Morales Tapia, E & B, Wolf & A.B, Gottlieb. (1998). Effects of topical creams containing vitamin C, a copper-binding peptide cream and melatonin compared with tretinoin on the ultrastructure of normal skin “ A pilot clinical, histologic, and ultrastructural study. Disease Management and Clinical Outcomes. 1. 136-141. 10.1016/S1088-3371(98)00011-4.
  4. 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
  5. Merfort I, Heilmann J, Hagedorn-Leweke U, Lippold BC. In vivo skin penetration studies of camomile flavones. Pharmazie. 1994;49(7):509-511.
  6. 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
  7. Journal of Clinical and Aesthetic Dermatology, January 2009, pages 404

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Mad Hippie Vitamin C Serum was submitted to Style Chicks for consideration purposes. All opinions and experiences are 100% our own.

Posted by Style Chicks / Filed In: Beauty, Clean Beauty, Green Beauty, Organic, Skincare
Tagged: Ferulic Acid, Hyaluronic Acid, Konjac Root, Mad Hippie, Mad Hippie Vitamin C Serum, Skincare Actives, Vitamin C, Vitamin C Serum

Stable Waterless Vitamin C that Soothes: Kat Burki Nutrient-C Eye Cream

November 18, 2019 · 12 Comments

Kat Burki Nutrient-C Eye Cream is a stable Vitamin C with a Who’s Who of skin-friendly supporting ingredients, including their own trademarked KB5 Complex. This complex is used instead of water or fillers. This creates a potently stable yet soothing C product. This innovative light cream hydrates like a concentrate but dries down clean and remarkably smooth.
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Kat Burki Nutrient-C Eye Cream boasts an impressive array of natural, eye skin-enhancing ingredients

The Caveats of Vitamin C for Delicate Eye Skin Care

Crow’s feet, wrinkles, crepey skin and discoloration. Vitamin C can work wonders on the delicate eye area skin for targeted skin-rejuvenation. It is an anti-aging, dark pigmentation fading powerhouse. Vitamin C is a building block for collagen, the support structure of the skin. Vitamin C also minimizes wrinkles and improves sun-damaged skin texture.

But… Vitamin C can also irritate sensitive eye area skin. Many people cannot tolerate daily Vitamin C around the eyes.

Fortunately, Kat Burki Nutrient-C Eye Cream contains a host of soothing, nourishing, treating and buffering ingredients that support Vitamin C efficacy as well as make daily Vitamin C use possible even on the most sensitive eye skin. This formula uses STAY-C, a stable form of Vitamin C, activated only upon absorption. Stable C is more power with less irritation.

Kat Burki Nutrient-C Eye Cream reads like a who’s who list of amazing skin-friendly ingredients. Let’s take a closer look.

Ingredient Profile


In addition to STAY-C Vitamin C, Kat Burki Nutrient-C Eye Cream contains an impressive formulation of natural, skin-enhancing ingredients.

KB5 Complex: The first five herbs are individually cold-processed into essences. They create the proprietary KB5 Complex, a trademarked signature blend that replaces the water in all Kat Burke formulas. There are no unnecessary fillers such as water, silicone, and alcohol in any Kat Burke product. This makes highly concentrated and pure formulations.

Arnica. StyleChicks.com explains Kat Burki Nutrient-C Eye Cream ingredients.

Arnica

Lavender Oil softens hair and skin

Lavender

Centella Asiatica AKA Gota Kola improves skin elasticity

Gota Kola

StyleChicks.com explains Kat Burki Nutrient-C Eye Cream ingredients.

Calendula

Camomile. StyleChicks.com explains Kat Burki Nutrient-C Eye Cream ingredients.

Camomile

Safflower. StyleChicks.com explains Kat Burki Nutrient-C Eye Cream ingredients.

Safflower

Sunflower Seed Oil

Sunflower Seed Oil

Aloe vera nourishes delicate eye skin

Aloe vera

evening primrose in Kat Burki.

Evening Primrose

StyleChicks.com explains Kat Burki Nutrient-C Eye Cream ingredients. grape stem cells

Grape Stem Cells

neem oil StyleChicks.com explains Kat Burki Nutrient-C Eye Cream ingredients.

Neem Oil

Caffeine

Caffeine

StyleChicks.com explains Kat Burki Nutrient-C Eye Cream ingredients.

Honeysuckle

StyleChicks.com explains Kat Burki Nutrient-C Eye Cream ingredients. Maris Sal

Maris Sal

reishi mushroom in Kat Burki

Reishi

StyleChicks.com explains Kat Burki Nutrient-C Eye Cream supporting ingredients.

Juniper berries

rosemary and vitamin C. StyleChicks.com explains Kat Burki Nutrient-C Eye Cream ingredients.

Rosemary

StyleChicks.com explains Kat Burki Nutrient-C Eye Cream ingredients.

Horsetail

StyleChicks.com explains Kat Burki Nutrient-C Eye Cream ingredients.

Geranium

Dandelion extract and Vitamin C

Dandelion

StyleChicks.com explains Kat Burki Nutrient-C Eye Cream ingredients. Algae supports Vitamin C

Algae

INGREDIENT DETAILS

Nutrient-C Eye Cream features KB5 Complex instead of water. It is a combination of:

  • Arnica flower is a natural anti-inflammatory. It reduces puffiness without causing dryness or dehydration around the delicate eye skin. It also decreases bruising and inflammation. Arnica promotes healing and reduces swelling.
  • Gotu Kola (Centella asiatica) improves elasticity and reduces sagging. It boosts antioxidant activity, strengthenings the skin and increases blood circulation. [1]
  • Calendula flower promotes the regeneration of new tissue and soothes damaged skin.
  • Lavender Oil softens and conditions the skin
  • Chamomile is an antioxidant with potent skin-soothing action. [2]

Nutrient-C Eye Cream also contains:

  • Safflower Oil is high in Omegas 3, 6 and 9. It hydrates dry skin, soothes irritation and enhances skin texture and appearance. It delays premature aging, tightens and brightens the skin.
  • Sunflower Seed Oil is hydrating, nourishing and an excellent supporting oil base. It retains moisture in the skin and is also rich in vitamin E.
  • Aloe Leaf Juice has an enzyme that repairs skin cells, soothes and heals the skin. 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. It provides anti-inflammatory and anti-bacterial properties.
  • Evening Primrose Oil restores a glow to the skin. It is excellent as a topical ingredient to provide moisture without clogging the skin and is helpful for eczema and acne. Supports elastin, moisture, and skin firmness. [3]
  • Jojoba Seed Oil is very similar to the composition of our natural skin oils, so skin tends to absorb Jojoba very well. Jojoba gives skin elasticity and softness. Jojoba Oil is a carrier oil, increasing the efficacy of other active ingredients. It smoothes wrinkles and fine lines without causing irritation.
  • Grape Seed Oil is nourishing to the skin and contains building blocks for collagen production. High in Polyphenols, Vitamins C, D, E and Omega 6, it treats dry skin, wrinkles, discoloration, and aging.
  • Neem Seed Oil is particularly effective on healing sun damage and restoring moisture. It deeply penetrates the skin to enhance elasticity, smooth wrinkles, and stimulate collagen production
  • Vitamin E to soften skin and make it more pliable.
  • Caffeine reduces puffiness and inflammation. Caffeine has antioxidant properties and slows down photoaging.
  • Maris Sal (OMC-92 Ocean Mineral Complex) is “An Ocean Mineral Complex of Sodium, Potassium, Calcium, Magnesium and a blend of 92+ nutritious ocean minerals to needed for proper skin cell function.” [4]
  • Lonicera Caprifolium (Honeysuckle) Flower Extract and Lonicera Japonica (Japanese Honeysuckle) Leaf Extract are anti-inflammatories suitable for highly sensitive skin
  • Ganoderma Lucidum (Reishi) Extract comes from a mushroom with polysaccharides. These are responsible for the skin’s natural ability to hydrate and retain water. It promotes cell regeneration while reducing skin inflammation, puffiness, and wrinkles.
  • Juniper Fruit Extract has both soothing and antioxidant properties.
  • Rosemary Extract is soothing and helps reduce puffiness and lightens dark spots. It is stimulating and promotes better blood circulation.
  • Horsetail Plant Extract has antioxidant, anti-inflammatory and anti-aging properties. It reduces redness and soothes skin.
  • Geranium Extract makes skin glow and heals inflammatory skin conditions and topical ingredient induced irritation.[5] It also contains a fatty acid profile that promotes healthy skin cells and reduce wrinkles [6].
  • Dandelion Extract stimulates collagen production. Packed with vitamins A, C, and E, it protects skin against free radical damage and reduces the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles. Magnesium and zinc detoxify skin, and anti-inflammatory properties calm irritation and under-eye puffiness.
  • Algae Extract is packed with skin essential vitamins and minerals. It conditions, hydrates, softens, refines texture and detoxifies the skin.

OUR EXPERIENCE

The lack of water or fillers is evident.  The texture sinks in immediately and has the impact of a high-end serum concentrate. There are no remaining dry patches and skin just DRINKS it in. The smallest dab of product fully hydrates and leaves skin exceptionally smooth.

This light cream with a natural lavender scent is quick to absorb and won’t cause makeup to run or pill. We find Nutrient-C Eye Cream works well under makeup or solo for a dewy-eyed, glowing skin look. Pair it with Kat Burki Absorption tool for a spa-like treat.

A tiny dot of this innovative cream absorbs quickly and leaves eye skin glowing,
fine wrinkles subdued and undereye skin soft and smooth.

ABOUT THE KAT BURKI BRAND

The brand delivers only cold-processed, nutrient-dense formulations. Every Kat Burki product is packed with intelligently created Super Nutrient Complexes for maximum potency every element has a purpose. Every formula is free from chemicals, parabens, synthetic fragrances, gluten and are cruelty-free. There are no fillers.

WHERE TO BUY IT

Find Kat Burki Nutrient-C Eye Cream at Kat Burki

Also find Kat Burki Nutrient-C Eye Cream in-store and online at SpaceNK, Bloomingdales and Neiman Marcus


QUESTIONS? COMMENTS?

Have any comments or questions about Kat Burki Nutrient-C Eye Cream? The Style Chicks are here to answer them.
Leave a comment or email us at questions@stylechicks.com

REFERENCES

  1. Gohil, Kashmira J et al. “Pharmacological Review on Centella asiatica: A Potential Herbal Cure-all” Indian journal of pharmaceutical sciences vol. 72,5 (2010): 546-56. doi:10.4103/0250-474X.78519
  2. Journal of Clinical and Aesthetic Dermatology, January 2009, pages 36-40
  3. 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
  4. Kat Burke Glossary, OMC92, https://katburki.com/kb-glossary/
  5. Boukhatem, Mohamed Nadjib et al. “Rose geranium essential oil as a source of new and safe anti-inflammatory drugs.” The Libyan journal of medicine vol. 8 22520. 7 Oct. 2013, doi:10.3402/ljm.v8i0.22520
  6. Radulović, Niko & Dekic, Milan & Stojanović-Radić, Zorica & Palic, Radosav. (2011). Chemical composition and antimicrobial activity of the essential oils of Geranium columbinum L. and G. lucidum L. (Geraniaceae). Turkish Journal of Chemistry. 35. 499-512. 10.3906/kim-1002-43.

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Kat Burki Nutrient-C Eye Cream was submitted to Style Chicks for consideration purposes. All opinions and experiences are 100% our own.

Posted by Style Chicks / Filed In: Anti-Aging, Clean Beauty, Skincare, Waterless Beauty
Tagged: Cold Pressed, Evening Primrose Oil, Eye Cream, Kat Burki, Vitamin C, Waterless

Experience Stable C with BeautyStat Universal C Skin Refiner

November 15, 2019 · 14 Comments

Maybe you saw BeautyStat on Good Morning America, or read about it in Allure, Violet Grey, Coveuteur, or WWD. And now, on StyleChicks. Because here at StyleChicks we’ve tried plenty of high-end Vitamin C topicals. But our BeautyStat Universal C Skin Refiner experiences got and kept our attention. What happens after using a bottle of BeautyStat?  We are here to tell our BeautyStat tales.  First up is Lyn, her chief skin compliant is dark spots and hyperpigmentation due to sun damage.
BeautyStat Universal Skin Refiner contains a Stable Vitamin C for superior performance

BeautyStat Universal Skin Refiner contains a Stable Vitamin C for superior performance

Lyn here. I knew right away this product was unique. I was interested to see what one bottle could accomplish. BeautyStat Universal C Skin Refiner is a unique stable C that doesn’t oxidize. This Vitamin C is potent and fresh to the last drop. Often with a Vitamin C serum, you don’t really know if it is working by the end of the bottle and you have to invest in a second bottle and hope for the best. But with BeautyStat, I knew.

Me and C

Skin-obsessed and well over 35, Vitamin C serum has been part of my daily routine for years. I didn’t have a particular preferred brand, some Vitamin Cs worked better than others. I was getting along well until … dark spots appeared. Lots of them.

Out, darn (age) spot! The backstory

Sunscreen fanatic here. But somehow, I got dark spots on the top of my cheekbone, where light hits. Visually it appears as one larger-than-an-inch birthmark-like patch atop each cheekbone. They are far darker and bigger than freckles and they are not cute like freckles. They show in photos and IRL even when I spackle concealer over them. The unfortunate placement is like a permanent contour where there ought to be highlighter. It alters the visual contours of my face and makes me look drawn and older.

The dark spots defied all my standard remedies. I tried niacinamide, retinol, at home dermabrasion, dermaplaning, Vitamin K, topical Alpha Lipoic Acid, and glycolic peels at home and at a spa.

Meanwhile, I had been using Vitamin C serums entire time. So I expected nothing to change dark spot-wise from using BeautyStat. I was wrong.

My beautystat Experience

Universal C Skin Refiner is aptly named. The morning after I first used it, I noticed a skin texture refinement. It was like after an AHA peel without the peeling, dryness, or irritation.

BeautyStat won’t pill under my sunscreen or makeup. It is not greasy, sticky, or tacky.

My sensitive skin tolerates daily BeautyStat use, even around the eye area.

I apply a thin layer on my face, throat, collarbone. Then go back in dabbing extra on my dark spots, acne scars and eleven lines.

Stable C is potent. I recommend sensitive skin users buffer with a moisturizer to tolerate daily use. BeautyStat makes one that I haven’t tried, so I can’t opine on it. I used a light lotion with no actives (Cerave or Clinique DDML). I experienced no dryness or flaking even with daily use.

Just a bit spreads evenly and smoothly on my face

Just a bit spreads evenly and smoothly on my face

Results

My face has overall spot fading and skin texture improvement. But most notable is the breakdown and reduction of the very dark pigment of the collective age spots patches. Now normal pigment skin appears between the spots so it is no longer a mega spot. The spots no longer obstruct my cheekbone. The discolored spots are visible in bright sunlight, but far less so in indoor lighting.

I don’t know how long it will take to remove the dark hyperpigmentation completely. But BeautyStat made more progress in a few weeks than I got in two years with any other dark spot treatment. Bravo!

Will another bottle of BeautyStat vanquish my dark spots for good? I sure am game to find out.

Want to know how BeautyStat pulls off this spot defeating beauty miracle? Watch for the rest of our BeautyStat series covering the science of BeautyStat and its’ fabulous ingredient profile, as well as Courtney’s impressive results.
BeautyStat Universal C Skin Refiner

BeautyStat Universal C Skin Refiner

Where to Find It

Find BeautyStat Universal C Skin Refiner at VioletGrey and BeautyStat

StyleChicks users get 25% off BeautyStat Universal C Skin Refiner with promo code FALL19

BeautyStat: Natural ingredients combined with state of the art science

BeautyStat: Natural ingredients combined with state of the art science


Questions? Comments?

Have any comments or questions about BeautyStat Universal C Skin Refiner? The Style Chicks are here to answer them.

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

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BeautyStat Universal C Skin Refiner was submitted to Style Chicks for consideration purposes. All opinions and experiences are 100% our own.

Posted by Style Chicks / Filed In: Anti-Aging, Beauty, Skincare
Tagged: BeautyStat, Vitamin C

Anti-Aging Ingredient Superstars: Skinniche Ageless Complex Vitamin C Formula

September 19, 2018 · 3 Comments

Vitamin C Serum addresses a range of beauty concerns including acne, discoloration, uneven skin texture, and of course, a loss of collagen. Reduced collagen results in sagging, enlarged pores, wrinkles, and skin dullness. Skinniche Ageless Complex Vitamin C Formula combines soothing ingredients like Jojoba and Green Tea with peptides and synergistic ingredients that maximize the collagen production capability of Vitamin C. The result is an effective serum that even sensitive skin can tolerate.

Skinniche Ageless Complex Vitamin C Formula

ANTI-AGING INGREDIENTS PROVEN BY CLINICAL RESEARCH

To get the most out of a Vitamin C serum, select a serum with synergistic ingredients that can maximize the efficacy of the Vitamin C.

What makes Skinniche Ageless Complex Vitamin C Formula so special?

Skinniche Ageless Complex Vitamin C Formula with Retinol, Green Tea and Jojoba contains several potent peptides for serious anti-aging potential

ANTI-AGING, DAMAGE REVERSING PEPTIDES: Amongst the synergistic ingredients in Skinniche Ageless Complex Vitamin C Formula are powerful peptides that each increase collagen production in a specific way. These ingredients are effective even on more mature skin with issues like deep wrinkles and sagging.

One of these is Tripeptide-10 Citrulline, a relatively new ingredient in skin care that acts like decorin. Decorin is found in younger skin, it prompts active collagen production. Decorin decreases as we age. Tripeptide-10 Citrulline mimics decorin, which in turn, fools collagen fibers into thinking they should still be producing at the rate they did in their younger prime.

Clinical studies show how helpful these peptides are in reversing the signs of aging.

In the first clinical study, the antiwrinkle activity of Tripeptide-10 Citrulline and other peptides were tested. Results were documented by deep skin image testing (microtopography and visioscan imaging). Marked improvement in wrinkles was seen in 20 days, and significant wrinkle improvement at 40 days! A possible correlation was also made for a reduction in transepidermal water loss. (1)

A second peptide, Tripeptide-1 visibly repair age and sun damage on the skin. Interestingly, it helps “teach” damaged areas how to rebuild so skin looks and feels smoother and firmer. (2)

A third peptide is Pseudoalteromonas Ferment Extract. It regenerates skin by retaining moisture, healing wounds, and increasing collagen and elastin production.

Vitamin C, when paired with supporting ingredients, can treat many skin issues including wrinkles, dark circles, discoloration, sagging and acne

In addition to these peptides, Skinniche Ageless Complex Vitamin C Formula also has supporting ingredients that are proven to get the most out benefit of the Vitamin C.  This includes:

  • Thiotain, a powerful antioxidant that recycles the power of Vitamin C, keeping it working longer on the skin.
  • Vitamin E, a skin softening anti-oxidant that works synergistically with Vitamin C in collagen formation.
  • Retinol works hand in hand with Vitamin C to break up discoloration, reduce the appearance of wrinkles, and increase dead skin cell turnover, resulting in smoother, younger-looking skin. It also helps with collagen production.
  • Moisturizing agents including Jojoba Oil and Green Tea provide a soothing buffer, reducing inflammation and irritation, as well as keeping skin soft and dewy. Glucare-S is a third anti-inflammatory ingredient that soothes skin and enhances the skin’s natural repair process.

Just one to two pumps of Skinniche Ageless Complex Vitamin C Formula treats multiple skin care concerns on your entire face and eye area skin

PACKAGING & DESIGN

The airless pump keeps the product fresh, which is important with a Vitamin C serum. It is a one-ounce container that will last more than long enough to start seeing results.

Air-tight dispenser pump keeps the product fresh and bacteria-free

MY EXPERIENCE

One or two pumps worth of Skinniche Ageless Complex Vitamin C Formula covers my face and eye area, and I use three or four pumps for my face and throat and collarbone area. I applied evenly to just-washed skin and allow the serum to dry before applying sunscreen or moisturizer.

Dries down to a dewy, smooth finish with no stickiness or dry film residue

Dries down to a dewy, smooth finish

It dries down without being sticky, tacky or greasy. It does not make my skin feel tight and it does not leave a filmy or white residue. It does not sting and feels mildly cooling during application and until dry-down.

Moisturizer, sunscreen, and makeup can be applied over the serum without experiencing gumminess or pilling.

Apply one or two pumps to clean skin

I really like the dewy skin look I get with this formula even from the first few uses. And my skin feels so soft!

creamy texture absorbs quickly into my skin and does not feel sticky

RESULTS

Despite the number of powerful active ingredients, the formula was very gentle on my sensitive skin, so I could tolerate daily use.

I’ve been using Skinniche Ageless Complex Vitamin C Formula daily for three weeks now, and I started to see results in skin hydration quickly, so my skin looked dewy, and my skin felt soft and smooth. Fine lines looked less severe and some discoloration is beginning to break up and fade. I am pleased with the results so far considering it has only been a few weeks.

FOR MATURE SKIN

Skinniche Ageless Complex Vitamin C Formula is ideal for skin over 40 that has experienced a decrease in collagen. Signs of a loss of collagen include enlarged pores, deep wrinkles, and sagging. These occur in the deeper level of the skin and take about 2-3 months to begin to see visible improvement. This is because it takes some time for the increased production of collagen to be produced and properly “refill” these collagen fiber gaps. Once they do, it results in a meaningful effect on the “architecture” of the skin.

In the meantime, dullness and fine lines improve quickly, as does the level of skin moisture, which overall, gives skin a much healthier, vibrant, youthful glow.

Use the serum at least once a day, but twice a day, in the morning and evening, will produce even faster results.

Skinniche Ageless Complex Vitamin C

Skinniche Ageless Complex Vitamin C

CONCLUSION

Skinniche Ageless Complex Vitamin C Formula has a host of effective, active ingredients that are typically found in far more expensive formulations, Skinniche Ageless Complex Vitamin C Formula combines the power of peptides, Vitamin C, Retinol, Jojoba, Green Tea, Vitamin E, and other skin-supporting ingredients to quickly reduce visible signs of aging including dullness, wrinkles, fine lines, discoloration, sun damage, and even scars and acne. Suitable for daily use without irritation even on sensitive skin, Skinniche Ageless Complex Vitamin C Formula is highly effective, especially for the excellent price point.

WHERE TO BUY IT

Find Skinniche Ageless Complex Vitamin C Formula at https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07DVMQW2G/

Skinniche Ageless Complex Vitamin C



CLINICAL STUDY REFERENCES

  1. The efficacy study of the combination of tripeptide-10-citrulline and acetyl hexapeptide-3. A prospective, randomized controlled study., ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/28150423
  2. Clinical, Cosmetic, and Investigational Dermatology, November 2016, pages 411-419.


Style Chicks received Skinniche Ageless Complex Vitamin C Formula for review purposes and received compensation for our time and effort. However, our experience with the product and the opinions expressed in this review are 100% ours.

Posted by Style Chicks / Filed In: Anti-Aging, Beauty, Skincare
Tagged: Anti-Aging Formula, Peptides, Skinniche Ageless Complex Vitamin C Formula, Vitamin C, Vitamin C Serum

More Youthful Skin in a Week: Ispring Intensive Skincare Mask

June 24, 2018 · 4 Comments

Need to look good ASAP for a wedding, graduation, party, date, job interview, formal photograph, reunion or other last-minute events? When I want to look better quickly, I’m tempted to apply way too many different skin care products, which of course, causes irritation. So if you have sensitive skin like me, what can you do in a weeks’ time to make skin look healthy, glowing, and younger? Deeply hydrating facial skin can immediately take years off your look, as well as makes you appear well rested, healthy and happy. The Ispring Intensive Skincare Mask deeply moisturizes to repair and energize skin making it appear softer, smoother and with fewer wrinkles. With daily use, it boasts younger skin in seven days. Style Chicks put it to the test to find out for ourselves and saw softer, smoother, deeply hydrated skin.

Ispring Intensive SkinCare Mask comes in a generous sized tube for easy use

ISPRING INTENSIVE CARE MASK OVERVIEW

This FDA approved mask pairs deeply hydrating moisturizers with powerful anti-aging ingredients which soften skin, fade discoloration, build collagen, fight acne, smooth wrinkles and improve skin tone and firmness.

WHY DEEP HYDRATION IS NEEDED FOR BEAUTIFUL SKIN

We all moisturize, but many factors rob our skin of moisture during the day, potentially leaving skin dehydrated. These factors include our makeup, forced air from indoor heat or air conditioning, pollution, extreme cold, heat or windy weather, even those long hot steamy showers that feel so good on our bodies rob our skin of precious moisture. Dehydration makes skin looks its’ worst, with pores appearing larger, wrinkles appearing deeper, and skin appearing less plump and more sallow.

But when skin is well hydrated, those same wrinkles seem less severe, skin is plumper and vibrant, and often hydrated skin has less dead skin cells, making it appear smoother and younger.

When this hydration is paired with active anti-aging ingredients it makes for longer-term skin rejuvenation. This is where Ispring Intensive Skincare Mask works its’ magic.

HOW ISPRING INTENSIVE SKINCARE MASK INGREDIENTS WORK TO IMPROVE SKIN

Ispring Intensive Skincare Mask pairs active anti-aging superstar ingredients such as Vitamin C and Vitamin E with deep moisturizers, the moisture helps buffer the Vitamin C and E so that skin is not irritated by these powerful but sometimes irritating ingredients. This combination results in two important things: moisture adhesion, meaning moisturize binds into the skin longer, and skin repair.

  • Vitamin C is the all-star superhero of anti-aging, Vitamin C accomplishes so many things to make skin look better including building collagen, fading dark spots and scars, fighting acne, lessening wrinkles, creating a natural glow, and encouraging skin cell turnover. But many people find that topical Vitamin C is too irritating to the skin, leaving it feeling itchy, dry and red. But by using Vitamin C within a facial mask, you get all the benefits without the drying and itching often associated with topical Vitamin C use.

Vitamin C builds collagen to restore skin, making it look younger, fresher, clearer and with less sagging

  • Vitamin E fights free radicals, which rapidly age skin before its’ time. Free radicals include environmental pollutants that we all are exposed to, especially in cities. Free radicals make wrinkles worse and prevent scars from healing. Vitamin E protects the skin against the type of cell mutation that results in photodamage (sun exposure) and pollution. It also calms and hydrates sensitive skin. Vitamin E works best when paired with Vitamin C, which is also in this mask. But Vitamin E alone is a very heavy oil, so the best way to apply it is paired with Vitamin C, let it soak in, then wash it off, just like how you use this Ispring mask.
  • Beeswax is a remarkable moisturizer that also heals. It treats sensitive skin conditions including Dermatitis, Psoriasis, and Eczema. It clears up acne, as well as heals dry and cracked skin. Beeswax even reduces stretch marks, in part because it helps build collagen, especially within atopic scars. It has an amazing ability to extendedly lock in moisture. It is also rich in Vitamin A, which the basis for the anti-aging ability of Retinol products. Vitamin A softens and rehydrates the skin while aiding in the cellular reconstruction of the skin, which means fewer wrinkles. age spots and over time, less sagging.

All natural beeswax heals damaged skin, refines texture, builds collagen and deeply hydrates for beautiful skin

RESULTS: PUTTING ISPRING TO THE TEST

I tried Ispring each evening for a week to see what would happen.

See the box for directions and usage tips

I applied the mask and left it on for fifteen minutes, relaxed, then washed it off. My skin did not feel tight or at all irritated during use, it was comfortable and did not sting like some products with Vitamin C can tend to do.

The smell and feel are pleasant, and the product feels lightweight and emollient on the skin without being greasy. It was relaxing and felt good on the skin. The texture is lightweight and not stiff. It is something like Aloe Vera but creamy and without a sticky feel, even as it dries. It applies very smoothly to the skin without tugging or pulling. It dries down without cracking or flaking,

The texture is lightweight and creamy without being stiff or sticky

TIP: If you have especially sensitive skin or skin conditions, apply for only ten minutes until your skin becomes accustomed to the mask.

Creamy texture does not crack or flake off while drying down

After using the mask, my skin felt instantly softer and smoother. I had a very light exfoliation of dead skin as I washed, but it did not leave behind any redness, flaking skin or irritation.  It had a beautiful glow. I particular like that feature since there is no way of faking that natural youthful glow of healthy skin. Of note, it stayed soft overnight even though I had the air conditioner on all evening, which tends to dry out my skin.

The next day despite being in a dry, forced air office that tends to make my skin feel dry and itchy, my sensitive skin felt far less irritated than it typically does. I suspect the environmental conditions of forced air and pollution in the city make my skin particularly dull sometimes, but my skin still had a nice glow during the week of use.

I used it again each night, and the cumulative moisturization benefits are impressive. It really does a great deal to reduce the appearance of eleven lines on the forehead, and fine expression lines around the mouth. While I can be sensitive to some of the ingredients contained in this mask, the moisturizing emollient factor of the mask makes it tolerable and easy to use.

I am particularly impressed with the improvement in fine expression lines and eleven lines between the brows after using the mask

I did not experience the type of irritation that occurs with typical Vitamin C or Vitamin A (Retinol) use.

My acne looked better during this week of use, even though I did not use any acne specific products.

I like to use it on my throat, decolletage, and hands for a moisturizing treat.

I also like to use it on my often neglected hands, throat and decolletage for a relaxing spa-like repair treat

LONG-TERM RESULTS

Use daily for seven days, then 2-3 times a week to maintain results and experience the full benefits of Vitamin C skin regeneration. Over time, with regular use, this method of Vitamin C application reduces acne and fades old acne scars. It helps remove dead skin cells and refines the appearance of the skin by reducing the look of enlarged pores and softening wrinkles. It builds elasticity.

 

CONCLUSION

Dry, damaged, dehydrated skin can look too old for its’ years. Deep moisturization plus Vitamin C is one of the best ways to improve the appearance of the skin, especially when paired with a topical Vitamin A delivery. If your skin is too sensitive for traditional topical Vitamin C and Vitamin A (Retinol) creams, The Ispring Intensive Skincare Mask is ideal for you to get the benefits of these treating ingredients without the dryness and irritation they can cause. Combined with the deep hydration, healing, anti-oxidant and moisture-binding ingredients like Vitamin E and Beeswax, Ispring can make skin softer, smoother, and more radiant within days, and provide long-term anti-aging benefits with regular use. A great way to do a beauty makeover in less than a week!

 

Style Chicks received The Ispring Intensive Skincare Mask in exchange for our unbiased review and received compensation for our time and effort. However, our experience with the product and the opinions expressed in this review are 100% ours

Posted by Style Chicks / Filed In: Anti-Aging, Skincare
Tagged: Anti-Aging, Hydrating Mask, ISpring, Sensitive skin Vitamin C, Vitamin C

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