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Why Love BEAUTYSTAT UNIVERSAL PRO-BIO MOISTURE BOOST CREAM

January 13, 2020 · 9 Comments

2025 Update: BeautyStat Universal Pro-Bio Moisture Boost Cream has new packaging but the formula ingredients and experience remain the same. Read our review and ingredient deep-dive

We recently experienced BeautyStat Universal C Skin Refiner, a patented Stable C cream. The other half of the BeautyStat dynamic duo is the BeautyStat Universal Pro-Bio Moisture Boost Cream.

what are BeautyStat Universal Pro-Bio Moisture Boost Cream Benefits?

It hydrates, buffers and boosts Vitamin C tolerance.

Buffering actives is mandatory for sensitive skin types.

But we find BeautyStat Universal Pro-Bio Moisture Boost Cream stands on its’ own beauty merit with a host of skin-enhancing ingredients.

BeautyStat Universal Pro-Bio Moisture Boost Cream

It’s Not Easy Being The Moisturizing SideKick

The moisturizer product of many treating topical/moisturizer duos is typically the Robin, who pales in comparison to the superhero Batman product. Robin is a perfectly respectable sidekick that does his part. But you’re primarily interested in Batman. You just wouldn’t watch Robin alone.

But know this: BeautyStat Universal Pro-Bio Moisture Boost Cream is no Robin the sidekick within this dynamic duo. This cream stands on its’ own merit with a host of skin-enhancing ingredients, each with their own superpowers.

So, let’s just skip to the good stuff and examine why this cream merits your attention: the ingredients.

Ingredients in BeautyStat Universal Pro-Bio Moisture Boost Cream

Pomegranate Sterol

Pomegranate Sterols is a safe, natural pomegranate based skincare ingredient. Those juicy, jewel-like seeds are arils.

What are Pomegranate skincare benefits?

Arils are packed with antioxidants, minerals, vitamins A, C, K, and E plus folic acid.
Pomegranates contain three times the antioxidants of wine or green tea. [1]
Pomegranate Sterol is made by extracting the arils juice. It increases skin barrier formation and improves skin hydration. Testing shows Pomegranate Sterols holds double its’ weight in water.
Also, it packs an amazing collagen-building punch.

How Pomegranate Benefits Skin on StyleChicks

Pomegranate promotes collagen production and skin hydration

Ceramide-2

Ceramide-2 is one of the ceramides that hold the lipid barrier which protects the skin. We are born with enough ceramides but lose them with age or sometimes with overly harsh facial washing. Ceramide-2 is used for its’ ability to moisturize and hold moisture in the skin.

GANODERMA LUCIDUM EXTRACT

Ganoderma Lucidum or Reishi mushrooms

Ganoderma is also called Asian Mushroom Extract, reishi or lingzhi. This mushroom has been used for centuries in traditional medicinal practice and is known as “mushroom of immortality”. Ganoderma Lucidum 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.

Bifida Extract

Bifida Extract or Bifida Ferment Lysate is a probiotic in the kombucha family. It reduces skin sensitivity and kick starts the skin into healing itself. [2] It is an important ingredient in the BeautyStat duo because it enables more sensitive skin to tolerate the potential irritation of transformative topicals, like Vitamin C.

White Birch Bark

BETULA ALBA BARK EXTRACT

Betula Alba Bark Extract comes from the White Birch tree. It contains vitamins B1, B2, A, C, and E. It is known for skin healing, conditioning, and anti-inflammatory properties. Research indicates that that birch bark extract can improve the skin barrier, increase skin hydration and reduce trans-epidermal water loss [3].

Also

Glycerin a non-toxic natural humectant and hydrator that helps skin attract and maintain moisture.

Cetearyl olivate is an emulsifier. It is a natural and safe alternative to PEG. It is made of a “good alcohol” and olive fatty acids.

Olives give Cetearyl olivate hydrating superpowers. The olive fatty acids give deep hydration, smooth skin and give the product a silky texture.

The BeautyStat Universal Pro-Bio Moisture Boost Cream Experience

It is a gel-like cream that absorbs quickly without being greasy.
Vitamin C serum, makeup and sunscreen don’t pill on top.
No chalky residue.
Takes a minute to dry down, but it dries down smooth and leaves skin soft.

We love that it is fragrance-free, just a dab goes a long way, and it complements and supports the BeautyStat Universal C.

BeautyStat Universal Pro-Bio Moisture Boost Cream stands on its’s own as a skin-enhancing treatment AND buffers and supports the Vitamin C Cream

Experiment

With several ingredients that boost the skin’s ability to tolerate and buffer a potentially drying active like Vitamin C, this moisturizer is a real find for those with sensitive skin.

Would this cream protect my skin if I overapplied topicals with potent actives? I had to over-apply Vitamin C and find out.

So I slathered my face with BeautyStat Universal C Skin Refiner.

I slathered the under eyes, throat, near my mouth, under the nostrils, all those sensitive areas in a deliberate attempt to see if I COULD get irritated with the BeautyStat Universal Pro-Bio Moisture Boost Cream on top.

Then I applied the Boost Cream.

At first, I felt a bit tight but there was no redness no peeling or dryness, and skin looked really good the next day with no hint of my overzealous application.

I typically apply Vitamin C gingerly, but with the BeautyStat Universal Pro-Bio Moisture Boost Cream, I’ve applied more generously. That really helps treat problematic areas.

BeautyStat Universal Pro-Bio Moisture Boost Cream

Results

We find this cream to also be highly useful with other actives such as Retin-A, Alpha Lipoic Acid, or post AHA peels. If you find your skin too sensitive to tolerate these or other actives, this boost cream could change the game for your skin.

Best use tip: We even suggest using the Boost cream a few days BEFORE starting the active topical to get it in optimal shape and hydration to maximize your chances of successfully tolerating Vitamin C or other creams.

Texture close-up. A small bit makes a big difference. This BeautyStat cream contains Betula Alba Bark Extract from White Birch as well as other skin-loving ingredients

Where to Find BeautyStat Universal Pro-Bio Moisture Boost Cream

Find BeautyStat Universal Pro-Bio Moisture Boost Cream and BeautyStat Universal C Skin Refiner at BeautyStat.

OFFER: Get 50% off either or both BeautyStat products with code: GMA50

QUESTIONS?
COMMENTS?

Have any comments or questions about BeautyStat Universal Pro-Bio Moisture Boost Cream? The Style Chicks are here to answer them.

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

NEED PROOF?

references

Antioxidant Activity of Pomegranate Juice and Its Relationship with Phenolic Composition and Processing Mara I. Gil, , Francisco A. Toms-Barbern , Betty Hess-Pierce, Deirdre M. Holcroft, and, and Adel A. Kader*, Journal of Agricultural and Food Chemistry 2000 48 (10)
International Journal of Women’s Dermatology, June 2015, pages 85-89
Skin pharmacology and physiology, 2011;24(6):289-93. 2011 Jun 25., Dermocosmetics for dry skin: a new role for botanical extracts.

ABOUT THIS POST

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

HairMax PowerFlex Cap Laser Hair Growth Device What to Know

January 10, 2020 · 16 Comments

This week, there are exciting beauty innovations at Consumer Electronics Show (CES)! HairMax debuted their latest hair regrowth device, the PowerFlex Cap. The HairMax PowerFlex Cap has 272 medical-grade lasers! That’s the highest count available on a home-use hair growth device! HairMax PowerFlex Cap helps even moderate hair loss without drug-related side effects.

HairMax PowerFlex Cap

Choosing the Right Hairmax Device for You

Style Chicks has long been a fan of HairMax devices. We’ve featured the Hairmax Laser Comb Professional 12, HairMax Laserband 82, and now the Hairmax PowerFlex Cap.

Not sure which device will work best for you? Read our HairMax PowerFlex Cap overview and our comparison between this HairMax PowerFlex Cap and the LaserBand 82.

Who HairMax DEVICES can benefit

Hair loss affects 40% of women, including women under 30. There are fewer treatment options for women coping with hair loss. Many drugs for hair loss have unwanted side effects.

There is a brief window to revive dormant hair follicles so they once again grow hair. This chart shows degrees of hair loss. Does your loss look like one of the stages in blue? Then clinical testing shows that a HairMax device can help.

Who HairMax PowerFlex Cap Laser 272 Can Help

The sooner hair loss treatment begins, the better the results. Female stages I-2 to I-3 are probably only noticeable to you and your hairstylist. But it still distressing and indicates measures should be taken ASAP.

THE HairMax PowerFlex Cap DEVICE

Want to try everything you can to reverse hair loss? HairMax PowerFlex Cap is the most powerful of laser devices. Use it with or without topicals.

The Laser 272 PowerFlex Cap Includes:

Laser 272 PowerFlex Device
Storage/Travel Case
Accessory Case
Sports Cap
Controller
Controller Case w/ Belt Clip
Controller Cable
Power Cord
Power Supply

HairMax PowerFlex Cap FAST FACTS

272 medical-grade laser diodes for 1360mW output. No LEDs.
Densely packed laser diodes aligned to deliver uniform follicle stimulation.
Exclusive PowerFlex design provides maximum flexibility and adjusts to various head sizes and shapes.
The soft silicone insert conceals the circuitry and protects the laser diodes.
Dual operating mode technology for the choice of 15 or 30-minute treatment.
Rechargeable & lightweight battery for portable use, including while traveling.

The cap contains and protects the medical-grade lasers for the durability of use.

Set the timer for 15 or 30-minute treatments.

Make sure to securely fasten the cap adapter to the power charge cord

The durable and flexible silicone device

Cords and chargers come in a sturdy zippered case

Sturdy Hairmax presentation packaging holds the carrying cap case and power cord case

comparing HairMax Devices

Both the HairMax Laserband 82 and HairMax PowerFlex cap have:

FDA approval
medical-grade lasers, NOT LED lights.
clinical studies showing results (see the box Clinical Research Studies)
Portable and can be used while traveling
2-Year warranty
6 Month Money Back Guarantee

HairMax

Here are the basic differences between the HairMax Laserband 82 and this HairMax PowerFlex Cap.

Design

The HairMax LaserBand 82 is a wide band that treats the scalp in three sections. It is placed at the front of the hairline in the first position. Then at the beep, slide it back to the next treatment area. The device can be positioned to treat the temples and sideburn area if desired.

Using the HairMax Laserband 82

The light-activated serum works with the HairMax device

The HairMax LaserBand 82 device

The PowerFlex cap is placed on the head and doesn’t require any manual adjustment or repositioning during treatment. It treats the whole scalp at once.

If ease of use is important to you, PowerFlex is the easiest laser device design to use.

Laser Power, Coverage and Use

POWERFLEX CAP

The PowerFlex Cap has 272 lasers, packed densely on the cap as shown.

HairMax PowerFlex cap has 272 Laser diodes

Insert the PowerFlex Cap within the included baseball-style cap or the cap of your choosing. You can wear it outside and walk around as needed.

Fit the laser cap device into the HairMax cap

PowerFlex Cap covers the hairline, crown, and hairline. Depending on your head size and shape, it may not reach the temple and sideburns as well as the LaserBand 82 can.

PowerFlex Cap bathes the top of the head with an unparalleled amount of low-level laser light. If your hair loss is frontal or stages 1-4 through II-2, the PowerFlex can aggressively treat hair loss before it is too late to reverse it.

The 272 lasers on the PowerFlex cap

The LaserBand 82

The LaserBand 82 has 82 medical-grade lasers across the band. They are densely placed, and it is moved in sequence on the scalp over three treatment areas or zones. The effect is equivalent to 82 lasers times the three area zones, or 246 lasers total. It is 1230 mW’s total output, less strong than the PowerFlex Cap (1360mW output) but is still a robust output for effective treatment. But since the Laserband82 is manually positioned, it is possible to accidentally skip an area.

HairMax Laserband 82 has eight-two diodes that flood the scalp with treating light therapy

HairMax Laserband 82 has eighty-two diodes that flood the scalp with treating light therapy

HairMax LaserBand82 has 82 lasers to bathe the scalp with light

COMB TEETH

A very useful feature is the parting combs that allow the laser light full access to the scalp.

If your hair loss is patchy or if your remaining hair is dense in sections, this parting comb feature may be a deciding factor in favor of the LaserBand 82.

HairMax patented parting teeth allows the densely placed medical grade lasers to fully access hair follicles

HairMax patented parting teeth allow the densely placed medical-grade lasers to fully access hair follicles

Additional Considerations

Treatment Time

The HairMax LaserBand 82 is faster, as little as 90 seconds per area.
The HairMax PowerFlex has two treatment modes, 15 minutes and 30 minutes.

Cost

The HairMax LaserBand 82 is $799. (Currently $699 at Amazon)
The HairMax PowerFlex is $1999. (Currently $1749 at Amazon)

Hairmax: The Science of Hair Growth

Clinical Research Studies

Androgenetic alopecia (AGA) occurs in both men and women.

HairMax uses Low-Level Laser Light Therapy or LLLT to treat AGA. Clinical studies show low-level laser light therapy can regrow hair. But not all hair growth devices get results. Research indicates only a specific laser light intensity can regrow hair. [1] HairMax devices deliver that intensity.

HairMax laser devices have been the subject of 7 clinical studies proving both efficacy and safety with an over 90% success rate. These clinical studies were conducted at major medical research centers in the U.S. showing an increase hair count of 129 additional new hairs per sq. inch and in 4 recent studies, an 81% increase in hair growth occurred.

For twenty years, HairMax has produced hair growth innovations. Theirs was the FIRST device on the market to receive FDA clearance as a medical device to treat hair loss and stimulate hair growth.

Where to Buy It

Find these HairMax devices at:

HAIRMAX Laserband 82
HairMax PowerFlex Cap Laser Hair Growth Device with 272 lasers

QUESTIONS? COMMENTS?

Have any questions about the HairMax range or low-level laser therapy? The Style Chicks are here to answer them.

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

References

Munck A, Gavazzoni MF, Treb RM. Use of low-level laser therapy as monotherapy or concomitant therapy for male and female Androgenetic alopecia. Int J Trichol 2014;6:45-9.

About This Post

The HairMax PowerFlex Cap and HairMax LaserBand 82 were submitted to Style Chicks for consideration purposes. All opinions and experiences are 100% our own.

Sigi Skin Peach Nectar Daily Eye Mask: Why Love It

January 9, 2020 · 9 Comments

Sigi Skin Pink Nectar Daily Eye Mask packs several eye skin-friendly ingredients and a whopping FIVE different hyaluronic acids into this soothing eye cream. It is gentle and softens the skin while treating discoloration and dark circles.

Sigi Skin Pink Nectar Daily Eye Mask

OUR SIGI SKIN EXPERIENCE

We find it to be a clean formula for delicate eye area skin. We love being able to regenerate and refresh orbital eye skin while providing a soothing cream that absorbs and leaves eye area skin soft and dewy.

Product texture

Sigi Skin Peach Eye Cream is creamy, light and absorbent

Sigi Skin Pink Nectar Daily Eye Mask has a light texture that absorbs but it moisturizes like a thicker cream.

What it Does

It contains five different weight hyaluronic acids to deliver the actives of this product to each eye skin layer. This fades discoloration and provides an even skintone and texture.

Product Wear

It absorbs well leaving skin soft and supple. Makeup goes on top smoothly without pilling or running. It works for a no makeup day as it leaves skin with a dewy finish.

Despite having active ingredients, it doesn’t irritate sensitive eyes.

Let’s take a look at the impressive ingredient profile:

ingredients

Peach Extract

Peach

Peach extract is used as an emollient to make skin soft and smooth. It contains multiple skin-friendly minerals, antioxidants and vitamins including Vitamins A, B, E, and K and lots of C. Calcium helps speed up cell turnover. Peach extract is ideal in an eye cream because it softens skin, treats, and encourages cell repair to keep skin fresh and healthy. Peach extract is rare in skincare because it is a costly ingredient.

Niacinamide

A natural skin brightener that reduces hyperpigmentation and fine lines with strengthening Strengthens skin barrier, brightens, improving fine lines, and reduction in hyper-pigmentation.

Vitamin E

Vitamin E prevents the signs of premature aging by softening the skin texture. Â Vitamin E makes rough, sunburned, scarred or otherwise damaged skin soft and pliable. Once the skin is pliable, other treating ingredients can work their magic. It also reduces the appearance of wrinkles and fine lines.

Propolis

Propolis is a beeswax based bee product.

It fights infections and heals wounds. Propolis helps keep skin at its best. It causes a slight temporary skin plumping action that smooths the look of wrinkles.

Hyaluronic Acid

Hyaluronic acid pulls in moisture. This formula contains 5 kinds of hyaluronic acid of different molecular weights.

The molecular size determines how deep each acid can get into the skin and deliver other active ingredients.

Coconut Oil

glycerin

Glycerin is a humectant that helps the skin to retain moisture.

Coconut Oil

Coconut Oil reduces wrinkles and inflammation. It is high in fatty acids with antioxidant benefit.

Asparagus

Asparagus is an anti-inflammatory and diuretic that removes skin puffiness.

It has excellent skin-conditioning and anti-aging properties.

Asparagus is a great inclusion in this formula because it slows the cellular aging process including collagen loss and dermis thinning.

Lavender Oil

Lavender Oil is a calming anti-inflammatory.

It soothes eczema and similar skin conditions because it is excellent at balancing the skin moisture barrier.

Lavender Oil softens the skin, reduces acne scars and lightens dark spots. Reports show lavenderâ€™s phytochemicals reduce fine lines and wrinkles.

Orange Peel

Orange Peel has more Vitamin C than the fleshly orange fruit, almost double. It fights free radicals, removes blackheads and acne, and reduces wrinkles. It is often gentler than many potential vitamin C variants and ideal for the eye area.

WHAT IT DOES NOT CONTAIN

This eye cream is cruelty-free and formulated without:

parabens
dye
sodium lauryl sulphate (SLS)
butylated hydroxytoluene (BHT)
DMDM Hydantoin
phthalates
polyunsaturated oils (PUFA).

ABOUT Sigi Skin

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 itsâ€™ 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

Sigi Skin products include a cleanser and sunscreen that leave skin soft

WHERE TO FIND Sigi Skin

Find Sigi Skin Pink Nectar Daily Eye Mask at SigiSkin.com

Sigi Skin Pink Nectar Daily Eye Mask

QUESTIONS?
COMMENTS?

Have any questions or comments about Sigi Skin Pink Nectar Daily Eye Mask? The Style Chicks are here to answer them.

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

ABOUT THIS POST

Sigi Skin Pink Nectar Daily Eye Mask was submitted to Style Chicks for consideration purposes. All opinions and experiences are 100% our own.

How Pomegranate Benefits Hair & Skin What to Know

January 5, 2020 · 4 Comments

This Ingredient Guide explains what are the hair and skin benefits of topical pomegranate, and how to best use pomegranate in your skincare.

How does Pomegranate Benefit Skin and Hair?

Pomegranate is more than a tasty treat. Those juicy, jewel-like seeds are arils. Arils are packed with antioxidants, minerals, vitamins A, C, K and E plus folic acid.

Pomegranates contains three times the antioxidants of wine or green tea. [1] Arils also hold a beautiful juicy lip stain of natural color.

Pomegranates is the “hostess with the mostess” polyphenol and antioxidant wise. It contains the most powerful type of antioxidant, a tannin called punicalagins. They actually help the body set up something of an antioxidant recycling system that clears toxins and renews cells.

This increased microcirculation and cell renewal reduces new wrinkles and improves skin texture.

What are Pomegranate Benefits?

Topical skin Application Benefits

Rich in Vitamin C, pomegranate reduces skin roughness when regularly applied topically, The high water content is hydrating.

The polyphenols are antioxidants that protect skin cells from oxidative damage. Other antioxidants reduce inflammation ranging from puffiness to acne snd tackle oxidative damage like dark spots and sun damage.

Pomegranate prompts the skin cells to work overtime to produce collagen.

Omega 5 fatty acid reduces skin inflammation and aids in skin repair for scarring, discoloration and acne marks.

Pomegranate

Where does one find Pomegranate is skincare?

Pomegranate Sterols is a safe, natural pomegranate based skin care ingredient. It is made by pressing the arils to extract the juice, which is fractionated. It increases skin barrier formation and improves skin hydration. Testing shows Pomegranate Sterols holds double its weight in water.

How Pomegranate Benefits Hair

Pomegranate seeds contain punicic acid. Punicic acid improves blood flow to the scalp and stimulates circulation. Pomegranate oil makes for a lovely scalp and hair massage oil. It smoothes frizz and conditions hair.

References

Antioxidant Activity of Pomegranate Juice and Its Relationship with Phenolic Composition and Processing Mara I. Gil , Francisco A. Tomas-Barbern, , Betty Hess-Pierce, Deirdre M. Holcroft, and, and Adel A. Kader*,Journal of Agricultural and Food Chemistry 2000 48 (10)