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Tea Tree Oil for Hair and Skin Melaleuca Oil Benefits

January 21, 2021 · 1 Comment

Tea Tree Oil has beauty and health applications that make it a powerful multi-tasker in your beauty arsenal.

The lovely Flowering Tea Tree, Melaleuca alternifolia

Tea Tree leaves are crushed to obtain the oil. Melaleuca alternifolia, or tea tree, is not a source of green tea leaves. Tea tree oil is also called melaleuca oil. We use these terms interchangeably. This natural remedy oil has many useful applications. It is a potent essential oil and almost always requires dilution.

Here are ways to use Tea Tree Oil for scalp health, hair loss, acne, moisturizing skin and to prevent razor burn.

TEA TREE OIL For HAIR

Tea Tree Oil for Hair Growth

Melaleuca oil doesn’t directly cause hair growth, but it removes hair growth barriers. It induces hair growth by unclogging hair follicles and nourishing roots. It also helps prevent hair loss and hair fall.

To use Tea Tree Oil for hair growth, first choose a carrier oil. Jojoba, safflower, grapeseed, and almond are a good choices for hair and scalp care. Add a few drops of Melaleuca oil and massage it into the scalp. It should tingle, but not burn. Straight Tea Tree Oil is too potent for direct contact with the scalp.

When first using Tea Tree Oil, hair may seem a bit dry, this is normal until the scalp finds a balance. If hair seems dry, use less Tea Tree and focus the massage treatments directly on the scalp.

Tea Tree Oil for Dandruff

Melaleuca oil is useful on dandruff when used as a toner or by adding a few drops of melaleuca Oil in shampoo. It reduces dandruff severity, itchiness and greasiness. [1]

Flowering Tea Tree

TEA TREE OIL For SKIN CARE

Tea Tree Oil for Acne

Melaleuca oil contains terpinen-4-ol, which is an amazing antibacterial and antifungal.[2,3]

It is also a moisturizing toner, cleanser and astringent. It effectively treats acne and prevents future breakouts [4]. It is not drying like other acne-treating ingredients, so it is effective on sensitive skin and adult acne. It even treats cystic acne.

Melaleuca oil for acne is gentler than other remedies.[5] It does not irritate the skin, it stops breakouts. It does not preclude using anti-aging treatments on same areas.

How to Treat Acne with Tea Tree Oil

There are two ways to use Melaleuca oil for acne.

The first way is to mix a ratio of 90% water to 10% Tea Tree Oil and dab it on the spot with a Q-tip or cotton ball, twice a day.
The second way is to combine one teaspoon of Aloe Vera Gel with two drops of Melaleuca oil and apply the mixture to acne with a q-tip. Let it dry fully, wait a few minutes, and wash with warm water followed by moisturizer.

Melaleuca oil can gently treat acne breakouts but is gentler on the skin than benzoyl peroxide. It also heals while it treats so there is less dry, flaky, red skin after acne treatment.

Melaleuca oil for Dry Skin

Treat dry skin with Almond Oil and Melaleuca oil and gently massage it into skin ten minutes before bathing. It is also an excellent natural treatment for contact dermatitis [6] and psoriasis [7].

Melaleuca oil and Shaving

Melaleuca oil added to water can lather and used for shaving. It moisturizes the skin and can soothe the skin after waxing or threading. Melaleuca oil prevents razor irritation or a “razor burn” rash. Add Melaleuca oil to your regular shave cream, oil or soap to pre-empt the razor burn.

Other Benefits

Anti-inflammatory
Wound healing
Clears Nail infection
Natural (diluted) mouthwash
Use diluted as a wash to inhibit mold on fruit!!

Tea Tree plant offers many natural remedy benefits including an effective gentle acne treatment

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references

Satchell AC, Saurajen A, Bell C, Barnetson RS. Treatment of dandruff with 5% tea tree oil shampoo. J Am Acad Dermatol. 2002 Dec;47(6):852-5. doi: 10.1067/mjd.2002.122734. PMID: 12451368.
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Bassett IB, Pannowitz DL, Barnetson RS. A comparative study of tea-tree oil versus benzoylperoxide in the treatment of acne. Med J Aust. 1990 Oct 15;153(8):455-8. PMID: 2145499.
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Wallengren J. Tea tree oil attenuates experimental contact dermatitis. Arch Dermatol Res. 2011 Jul;303(5):333-8. doi: 10.1007/s00403-010-1083-y. Epub 2010 Sep 24. PMID: 20865268.
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Morganna’s Alchemy Serum Trio Collection

January 17, 2021 · 1 Comment

Our skin changes with age and environmental exposures. Morganna’s Alchemy Serum Trio Collection contains three skin products that contain natural, effective anti-aging ingredients. They work together to address a variety of problems impacting adult skin, including blue light damage.

Morganna Trio

Find yet another new wrinkle? Notice discoloration or skin sagging? It is tempting to go into mad scientist product overload mode, using multiple products that promise to counteract wrinkles, laxity, discoloration, and sun damage. This zealous product cocktail approach irritates mature and sensitive skin. It also isn’t particularly effective. The Morganna’s Alchemy Serum Trio Collection reverses aged skin and combats future skin damage.

Pea Peptides fights skin damage caused by blue light

One of the serums in this efficient trio even fights the damage caused by blue light.

Morganna’s Alchemy Serum Trio Collection

Meet the Morganna’s Alchemy Serum Trio Collection serums:

Water Drops Serum
Lemon Drops Serum
Illuminate Pea Peptides Serum

Morganna’s Water Drops contains sea grapes to build collagen while promoting hydration

Each serum in the Morganna’s Alchemy Serum Trio Collection is:

Gluten-free
Non-GMO
Paraben-free
Cruelty-free
COSMOS Eco-Certified
Made in the USA

Let’s look at each serum in this trio:

Morganna’s Water Drops Serum

WATER DROPS SERUM

Water Drops Serums is ideal for dehydrated, dry, and sensitive skin

Texture/Consistency: lightweight
Scent: none
How to Use It: Before moisturizer but after cleansing, apply 2-4 drops of serum morning and night.

Water Drops is a lightweight serum that absorbs quickly and dries down smooth.

Water Drops Serum Experience

The drydown is quick and it is not sticky or tacky. My moisturizer doesn’t pill on top of Water Drops.

Water Drops rehydrates skin with a combination of natural ingredients

Water drops Serum ingredients

Morganna’s Alchemy
Water Drops Serum Ingredient Highlights

Sea Grapes are a variety of green algae that promotes collagen production

Acetyl Hexapeptide-37

Acetyl hexapeptide-37 is a synthetic peptide. It is a combination of amino acids alanine, proline, serine, and glycine.

Acetyl hexapeptide-37 balances the water in the skin’s surface layers to alleviate dehydrated skin.

Caulpera Lentilifera promotes collagen

Caulpera Lentilifera

Caulpera Lentilifera (Green Algae) Extract is an edible seaweed known as sea grapes or green caviar. It is high in minerals with reported anti-inflammatory and antifungal properties.

Caulpera Lentilifera contains fucoidan. Fucoidan promotes fibroblast cell production. Fibroblast cells produce collagen and promote wound healing. Fucoidan also renews and brightens the skin while reducing wrinkle depth and skin spot intensity. [1]

It contains Alginic acids to strengthen the lipid barrier, retain hydration and elasticity.

Sea Grapes are also rich in amino acids for glowing, supple skin.

Astaxanthin from Lithothamnion Calcareum

Red Algae contains Astaxanthin

Lithothamnion Calcareum is Red Algae. Red Algae is a natural source of Astaxanthin. It enhances the skin’s barrier function, replenishes moisture, and increases its moisture-retention capabilities.

Astaxanthin helps to avoid the harmful effects of external factors on the skin. It protects collagen and elastin skin cells against oxidation or decay. [2, 3] It is moisturizing and has UV blocking properties. Astaxanthin counteracts UV damage and improves elasticity via improved skin function. It promotes collagen production. [4] Astaxanthin suppresses hyperpigmentation and photoaging. Clinical studies show Astaxanthin reduces wrinkle formation. [5]

Hydrolyzed Elastin

Elastin is a skin protein. Elastin is paired collagen in the dermis skin layer and gives structural support to the skin. It is the stretchy structural proteins that allow the skin to snap back into place. Elastin is vulnerable to sun damage. Elastin is as important as collagen for the appearance of younger skin, but fewer products address the loss of skin elastin.

Unlike collagen, topically applied elastin (hydrolyzed) is readily absorbed by the skin and can promote new elastin synthesis. [6]

Glycerin

Glycerin is a natural vegetable-derived humectant. Glycerin helps the skin to retain moisture. Glycerin fills in gaps in dryer skin which makes skin look better and keeps the outer layer of the skin intact.

Lactic Acid

Lactic acid is an organic acid that exfoliates and brightens skin. It is gentler than glycolic acid. Lactic acid holds moisture while increasing firmness and skin thickness.

Sodium Hyaluronate

Sodium Hyaluronate is a non-synthesized form of Hyaluronic Acid. It is a humectant that offers stronger moisture retention properties than regular HA. It is found naturally and ample supply in young skin, but depletes with age.

Sodium Hyaluronate has a lower molecular size than other Hyaluronic Acids. It absorbs deeper into the skin and brings other actives along with it.

Butylene Glycol

Butylene Glycol is organic alcohol, one of the “good alcohols”. It is a conditioning agent that softens skin, a humectant that coats the cell surface.

Caprylyl Glycol

Caprylyl Glycol is a skin-conditioning agent.

Lemon Drops Serum

Ideal for: skin brightening, collagen production
Texture/Consistency: lightweight
Scent: No detectible scent
How to Use It: Use 2-4 drops of serum morning and night on clean skin. Apply sunscreen or moisturizer after.

Morganna’s Lemon Drops

Experience:

We expected the lemon to sting but it doesn’t. Not even on sensitive skin areas.

It is a lightweight serum with a smooth dry down. There is no tackiness or sticky residue. It gives skin has a nice glow and doesn’t pill under sunscreen.

It is a Vitamin C, so remember to wear sunscreen!

Lemon Drops has a lightweight texture

Lemon Drops is a lightweight serum that does not sting or irritate skin.

Lemon Drops builds collagen and provides moisture

Morganna’s Alchemy
Lemon Drops Serum Ingredient Highlights

Citrus Limon Peel Extract

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

Lemon Peel Oil is also a natural exfoliator and skin purifier. [7] It alleviates skin inflammation [8] and reduces certain infection-causing bacterias. [9]

Direct, undiluted application of lemon peel oil can be excessively drying to the skin, but it works well within a balanced formulation.

Cichorium Intybus

Cichorium Intybus is Chicory Root Extract.

Chicory Root Extract firms wrinkles, restores elasticity and fights signs of photo-aging.

Crosspolymer Hyaluronic Acid

A modified form of hyaluronic acid attached to a polymer structure that keeps it within the skin’s uppermost layers longer. [10] This creates an enhanced hydration effect. Not animal-derived.

Sodium Hyaluronate

Sodium Hyaluronate is a non-synthesized form of Hyaluronic Acid. Skin-plumping Sodium Hyaluronate has a lower molecular size than other Hyaluronic Acids. It absorbs deeper into the skin and brings other actives along with it.

Penthelyne Glycol

Penthelyne Glycol binds water to the skin.

Illuminate Pea Peptides

Illuminate Pea Peptides Serum

Probably our personal favorite of the trio is the Illuminate Pea Peptides Serum. It reduces discoloration and contains fractionated melanin to prevent damage from harmful blue light (i.e. computer screens, phones and tablets). All those Zoom conferences expose skin to aging blue light. While we have little choice in using these devices at this juncture, blue light can do a real number on your skin. But Illuminate Pea Peptides Serum combats blue light damage with natural, effective ingredients that are gentle to the skin.

Illuminate Pea Peptides is lightweight with no residue on dry down

Ideal for: hyperpigmentation
Texture/Consistency: lightweight with no sticky residue
Scent: None
How to Use It: Apply 2-4 drops morning and evening on clean skin.

Experience:

The dry down is quick and there is no tacky finish.

Morganna’s Alchemy
Illuminate Pea Peptides Serum Ingredient Highlights

Pea Peptides

Pisum Sativum (Pea) Extract

The garden pea. Pea extract can calm irritated skin. Rich in ellagic and gallic acids, beta-sitosterol, and quercetin it has antioxidant benefits.

It protects collagen and elastin which makes it an ideal anti-aging treatment to promote elasticity and improve skin firming.

Bakuchiol

L-Proline Bakuchiol (Psoralea Corylifolia) Extract is commonly called Bakuchiol. Bakuchiol is derived from the leaves and seeds of the babchi plant.

Bakuchiol is a natural retinol alternative. It is plant-based, non-irritating, and clinically proven statistically as effective as retinol. Bakuchiol improves photoaging, wrinkles, and hyperpigmentation equally as well as retinol, but Bakuchiol is better tolerated. [11]

It stimulates collagen within the skin, as well as significant improvement in wrinkles, pigmentation, elasticity, and firmness without the retinol associated side effects. [12]

Bakuchiol inhibits melanin production on age spots and acne scars [13]. Bakuchiol helps with acne.[14]

Zamea Propanediol comes from corn

Zamea Propanediol

Zamea Propanediol is a humectant with the ability to penetrate the skin for a smooth hydrated finish. A corn-based natural alternative to petroleum based glycols, it reduces water loss in the skin.

Kosher Vegetable Glycerin

A natural, pure glycerin that serves to attract and retain moisture and oxygen in the skin.

Rice Amino Acids

Rice amino acids are a mixture of amino acids derived from the complete hydrolysis of rice protein.

Without protein, our skin becomes unprotected and rough. Our skin needs to make protein to stay healthy and hydrated. Rice amino acids can provide this protein. It provides a protective skin barrier.

Hydrolyzed Rice Protein is an effective anti-irritant that leaves dry skin smooth. It has an anti-inflammatory effect while providing skin hydration.

Baobab Fruit

Baobab Seed Extract

Baobob is a tropical, fruit-bearing, indigenous tree. Baobab Seed Extract or Hydrolyzed Adansonia Digitata is considered a superfruit. Rich in Vitamins A, C, D, and E, it feeds the skin. Baobob is higher in Vitamin C than oranges to offer C serum benefits without the irritation. Baobob also contains moisture-retaining properties to reduce transepidermal water loss.

Rich in Omega-3s such as palmitic, oleic, linolenic, and linoleic acids. These mighty Omegas moisturize and refine skin. They also build elastin, repair the skin barrier, and reduce inflammation. These properties make Baobab helpful for treating dry skin, even that affected by eczema. [15] Studies show the linoleic acid makes Baobob an effective acne treatment [16] while concurrently addressing signs of aging.

Soybeans

Hydrolyzed Soy Protein

Soy protein is emollient and anti-oxidant. Soybeans are rich in Vitamin E which softens and reduces inflammation.

Honey

Honey is a natural humectant and antioxidant. This bee product excels at clearing acne, healing scars, and promoting an even skin tone. It promotes wound healing while gently exfoliating dead skin cells.

Honey is a versatile natural skincare ingredient

Glyceryl Caprylate

Glyceryl Caprylate is a 100% plant derivative of glycerin and caprylic acid. It has emollient and moisturizing properties. It is a co-emulsifier that helps water and oil based ingredients to work together.

Penthelyne Glycol

Penthelyne Glycol binds water to the skin

Morganna’s Alchemy Serum Trio Collection is an excellent price point considering the ingredients packed into this set. I’ve paid more for just a blue light treating serum alone. All three serums are scent-free, non-irritating, and effective.

where to buy it

Find Morganna’s Alchemy Serum Trio Collection at https://www.morgannasalchemy.com/product/morgannas-illuminate-serum-drops-pea-peptides-and-melanin

Morganna’s Alchemy Serum Trio Collection

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references

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Davinelli S, Nielsen ME, Scapagnini G. Astaxanthin in Skin Health, Repair, and Disease: A Comprehensive Review. Nutrients. 2018 Apr 22;10(4):522. doi: 10.3390/nu10040522. PMID: 29690549; PMCID: PMC5946307.
Nishida, Y. and E. Yamashita. “Quenching Activities of Common Hydrophilic and Lipophilic Antioxidants against Singlet Oxygen Using Chemiluminescence Detection System.” (2007).
Camera E., Mastrofrancesco A., Fabbri C., Daubrawa F., Picardo M., Sies H., Stahl W. Astaxanthin, canthaxanthin and beta-carotene differently affect UVA-induced oxidative damage and expression of oxidative stress-responsive enzymes. Exp. Dermatol. 2009;18:222–231. doi: 10.1111/j.1600-0625.2008.00790.x.
Tominaga K., Hongo N., Karato M., Yamashita E. Cosmetic benefits of astaxanthin on human subjects. Acta Biochim. Pol. 2012;59:43–47.
Ganceviciene, Ruta et al. “Skin anti-aging strategies.” Dermato-endocrinologyvol. 4,3 (2012): 308-19. doi:10.4161/derm.22804
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Anil Kumar Maurya, et al, “The essential oil from Citrus limetta Risso peels alleviates skin inflammation: In-vitro and in-vivo study”, Journal of Ethnopharmacology, Volume 212, 2018, Pages 86-94
Hou, He-Shuai et al. “Extraction of essential oil from Citrus reticulate Blanco peel and its antibacterial activity against Cutibacterium acnes (formerly Propionibacterium acnes).” Heliyon vol. 5,12 e02947. 2 Dec. 2019, doi:10.1016/j.heliyon.2019.e02947
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Waterless Beauty
SigiSkin Dew Potion

January 1, 2021 · Leave a Comment

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.

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

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

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

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.

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?
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Leave a comment or email us at [email protected]

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

Journal of Clinical and Aesthetic Dermatology, January 2009, pages 404
Merfort I, Heilmann J, Hagedorn-Leweke U, Lippold BC. In vivo skin penetration studies of camomile flavones. Pharmazie. 1994;49(7):509–511.
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Kat Burki Kb5 Eye Recovery Masks
Beauty Emergency Fast Fix

December 31, 2020 · 4 Comments

Kat Burki Kb5 Eye Recovery Masks refresh tired eyes in ten minutes flat. These patches are huge and treat the eye and upper cheekbone area skin to an intense, vitamin-packed moisture infusion. The individual packets make them a go-to traveling eye spa treat, They are the perfect pre-Zoom party pick-me-up!

Kat Burki Kb5 Eye Recovery Masks has eight pairs of patches

Why We ❤️ It

We love that these eye patches are particularly large patches, treating the entire eye area and upper cheekbone area.

Plus, treatment takes just ten minutes, making it ideal for smoothing and refreshing eye area skin and upper cheekbones for pre-makeup prep. It leaves that upper cheekbone area where the highlighter goes so smooth, dewy, and plump!

Is it a beauty emergency? Wear the patches for a full twenty minutes for maximum absorption of these skin-loving ingredients.

Not only are the patches large, but they contain some super hydrating and treating ingredients. These reduce the appearance of dark circles while providing a smoother, dewy look.

Kat Burki eye masks are individually packaged to stay fresh until you use them

The ingredient list for Kat Burki Kb5 Eye Recovery Masks, packed with skin-loving ingredients to refresh tired eyes

Let’s take a closer look at the ingredients in the Kat Burki Kb5 Eye Recovery Masks:

Active Ingredient Profile

Kat Burki Kb5 Eye Recovery Masks features KB5 Complex™ instead of water. It is a combination of five natural skin-soothing ingredients.

Arnica

Arnica Flower

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.

Calendula Flower

Calendula

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

Calendula can contain flavonoids which are believed to decrease the appearance of dark undereye circles. It does this by reducing the melanin in the skin. The result is brighter looking skin and reduced aged spots. [1] Studies have shown that calendula can increase collagen production and stimulates epithelial cell growth to promote cell turnover

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

Gota Kola improves skin elasticity

Gotu Kola

Gotu Kola is also known as Centella Asiatica. It improves skin elasticity while reducing sagging.

Gotu Kola boosts antioxidant activity, strengthenings the skin and increases blood circulation. [1]

Lavender

Lavender Oil

Lavender Oil softens and conditions the skin.

It contains linalyl acetate, an anti-inflammatory that heals skin irritation.[2]

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.

Chamomile

Chamomile flower

Chamomile is A gentle and hypoallergenic extract. It is also an antioxidant with potent skin-soothing action. [3]

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

Meanwhile, The apigenin in Chamomile protects the skin barrier. [5]

In addition to the KB5 base, this formula contains:

Botanical Hyaluronic Acid

Hyaluronic Acid immediately plumps the skin with moisture, smoothing wrinkles and fine lines.

Plant Stem Cells

Plant Stem Cells protect skin from oxidative stress and help reverse skin damage.

Vitamin E

Vitamin E softens and smooth fine lines such as crows feet.

Avocado

Cold Processed Avocado Oil

Avocado oil benefits the hair, scalp, and skin. Avocado Oil is 72% monounsaturated fatty acids. This is higher than Coconut or Grapeseed oils. Avocado Oil mixes with water better than other oils. Avocado oil decreases dryness and improves texture on hair and skin.

Rich in Omegas 3 and 6, Vitamins C, D, and E, Avocado Oil promotes scar healing and collagen production.[6]

Bearberry

A low growing shrub that is an antioxidant and free radical fighter. It accelerates cell turnover. It also gently reduces the overproduction of melanin. This reduces sun damage and dark circles as well as brown age spots on the upper cheekbone.

Silk Amino Acids

Silk Amino Acids enable skin to maintain moisture. They helps skin stay smooth and hydrated.

Topically applied amino acids strengthen skin against environmental damage.

Cucumber

Cucumber is soothing and reduces swelling. Cucumber has a high water content that hydrates the skin.

Cucumber also contains skin-friendly vitamin K, vitamin C, magnesium, potassium, manganese and vitamin A.

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

wakame

Wakame is a Japanese seaweed. This highly nutritious seaweed is found in Miso soup.

Topically, it reduces wrinkles and hydrates skin. Rich in minerals and vitamins, it maintains skin firmness and elasicity.

Niacinamide

Niacinamide is a Vitamin B3 derivative. Gentler than Retinol, research shows Niacinamide addresses many skin issues. It promotes collagen, addresses a loss of elasticity and reduces redness. It brightens the skin. [7] It reduces the inflammation of rosacea and other inflammatory skin conditions [8] It inhibits melanin production in hyperpigmentation. [9]

Niacinamide reduces the impact of environmental damage because it improves skin’s barrier and Ceramide levels [10]. Niacinamide is gentle to skin yet reduces discoloration within 4-6 weeks.

Kat Burki Eye Patches come eight sets to a box

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.

Most Kat Burki products use their KB5 Complex™ instead of water. It is a combination of five natural skin-soothing ingredients. This not only conserves water but gives each product the effect of a concentrate.

Every formula is free from chemicals, parabens, synthetic fragrances, gluten and is cruelty-free. There are no fillers.

Advanced Anti-Aging KB5 Eye Recovery Masks powered by Nutritional Science

Kat Burki Kb5 Eye Recovery Masks are easy to slip into an overnight bag for fast refreshing of the eye area

WHERE TO BUY IT

Find Kat Burki Kb5 Eye Recovery Masks at https://katburki.com/product/nutrient-c-eye-cream/

Also in-store and online at SpaceNK, Bloomingdales, and Neiman Marcus

Kat Burki Kb5 Eye Recovery Masks

More Kat Burki products we love:

Kat Burki Firming Wand

an ingenious little tool that uses iontophoresis and micro-vibration to help every last bit of skincare product absorbs into the skin.

Science Driven Skincare Tools: Kat Burki Micro Firming Wand

Kat Burki Nutrient C Eye Cream

A nutrient-packed eye treat

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

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Peana AT, D’Aquila PS, Panin F, Serra G, Pippia P, Moretti MD. Anti-inflammatory activity of linalool and linalyl acetate constituents of essential oils. Phytomedicine. 2002;9(8):721–726. doi:10.1078/094471102321621322
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Merfort I, Heilmann J, Hagedorn-Leweke U, Lippold BC. In vivo skin penetration studies of camomile flavones. Pharmazie. 1994;49(7):509–511.
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de Oliveira, Ana Paula et al. “Effect of semisolid formulation of persea americana mill (avocado) oil on wound healing” Evidence-based complementary and alternative medicine : eCAM vol. 2013 (2013): 472382. doi:10.1155/2013/47238
Levin, Jacquelyn, and Saira B Momin. “How much do we really know about our favorite cosmeceutical ingredients?.” The Journal of clinical and aesthetic dermatology vol. 3,2 (2010): 22-41
Niren NM, Pharmacologic doses of nicotinamide in the treatment of inflammatory skin conditions: a review. Cutis. 2006 Jan;77(1 Suppl):11-6.
Zoe Diana Draelos, Akira Matsubara & Kenneth Smiles (2006) The effect of 2% niacinamide on facial sebum production, Journal of Cosmetic and Laser Therapy, 8:2, 96-101,
Tanno, O. , et al “Nicotinamide increases biosynthesis of ceramides as well as other stratum corneum lipids to improve the epidermal permeability barrier.” Br J Dermatol.2000 Sep;143(3):524-31.

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Kat Burki Kb5 Eye Recovery Masks were submitted to Style Chicks for consideration purposes. All opinions and experiences are 100% our own.

Improve Dark Circles with BeautyStat Universal C Eye Perfector

December 30, 2020 · Leave a Comment

I’ve had dark circles since grade school. When I don’t wear concealer, my dark circles make concerned friends ask if I am sick or tired. And even with concealer, I can never truly cover them. If you suffer from dark circles, consider giving BeautyStat Universal Eye Perfector a try.

BeautyStat Universal C Eye Perfector

Dark circles are caused by many things: allergies, hereditary, facial structure, and leaking capillaries. Sun damage and discoloration makes all those problems look even worse. Unfortunately, there isn’t much that can help dark circles.

But BeautyStat Universal Eye Perfector combines 5% Vitamin C with Hemp, Green Tea, Hyaluronic Acid, caffeine, and magnolia to get results.

In four weeks, 71% of users showed improvement in under-eye discoloration (dark circles)

The Research behind BeautyStat

In an independent clinical study, users were assessed with a Visia CR Imaging System. The results:

90% showed improvement in crow’s feet, fine lines, and wrinkles.
81% showed improvement in skin clarity.
84% had improved skin brightness.
71% showed improvement in under-eye discoloration (dark circles)

BeautyStat Universal C Eye Perfector Ingredients

How does this dark circle corrector work? Check out the ingredient list:

The Ingredients

Beauty Stat uses a stable form of Vitamin C for superior results

Vitamin C

A potent 5% pure stabilized vitamin C (L-ascorbic acid). It is fresh and concentrated. L-ascorbic acid is a vitamin C that can be applied as a topical skin treatment.

Vitamin C is the only antioxidant proven to stimulate collagen production.

Hemp Oil

Hemp Seed Oil is high in Omega-3, 6, and 9 fatty acids. It is also high in Vitamins A, E, and D.

Hemp Seed Oil comes from the seeds of the Cannabis sativa plant. Hemp Seed Oil doesn’t contain the same compounds as the plant but has the nutrients and fatty acids.

It reduces acne while hydrating the skin. This helps soothe skin.

Flowering Camellia Sinensis or Green Tea

EGCG

EGCG comes from Green Tea. EGCG enables the production of new cells in the epidermis [1]. It contains phenols to strengthen collagen and elastin. This gives skin a bouncy, younger look while delaying wrinkles.

ECCG also soothes skin to help tolerate powerful actives like Vitamin C.

Hyaluronic Acid

Hyaluronic Acid retains moisture and increases the effectiveness of other ingredients. Hyaluronic acid holds its’ weight in moisturizer. It holds so much moisture that it instantly plumps fine lines. It plumps the skin, making fine wrinkles and mild sagging temporarily disappear.

Caffeine

Caffeine has antioxidant properties and slows down photo-aging. Caffeine stimulates blood circulation and reduces puffiness.

It is particularly effective on firmness, reducing fine lines and crow’s feet.

Dermatologist and ophthalmologist approved

The BeautyStat Universal C Duo

Where to Find It

Shop for BeautyStat Universal C Eye Perfector at:

BeautyStat
Bluemercury
Violet Gray

Beautystat Universal C Eye Perfector

The BeautyStat Range

BeautyStat Universal Pro-Bio Moisture Boost Cream

Not All Heroes Wear Capes: BEAUTYSTAT UNIVERSAL PRO-BIO MOISTURE BOOST CREAM

BeautyStat Universal C Skin Refiner

Experience Stable C with BeautyStat Universal C Skin Refiner

Style Chicks answers your Beauty Stat Questions

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references

Applied Biochemistry and Microbiology, July 2001, pages 392–399

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Tea Tree Oil has beauty and health applications that make it a powerful multi-tasker in your beauty arsenal.

TEA TREE OIL For HAIR

Tea Tree Oil for Hair Growth

Tea Tree Oil for Dandruff

TEA TREE OIL For SKIN CARE

Tea Tree Oil for Acne

How to Treat Acne with Tea Tree Oil

Melaleuca oil for Dry Skin

Melaleuca oil and Shaving

Other Benefits

About Ingredient Overviews

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Our skin changes with age and environmental exposures. Morganna’s Alchemy Serum Trio Collection contains three skin products that contain natural, effective anti-aging ingredients. They work together to address a variety of problems impacting adult skin, including blue light damage.

Morganna’s Alchemy Serum Trio Collection

WATER DROPS SERUM

Water Drops Serum Experience

Morganna’s Alchemy Water Drops Serum Ingredient Highlights

Acetyl Hexapeptide-37

Caulpera Lentilifera

Astaxanthin from Lithothamnion Calcareum

Hydrolyzed Elastin

Glycerin

Lactic Acid

Sodium Hyaluronate

Butylene Glycol

Caprylyl Glycol

Lemon Drops Serum

Experience:

Morganna’s Alchemy Lemon Drops Serum Ingredient Highlights

Citrus Limon Peel Extract

Cichorium Intybus

Crosspolymer Hyaluronic Acid

Sodium Hyaluronate

Penthelyne Glycol

Illuminate Pea Peptides Serum

Experience:

Morganna’s Alchemy Illuminate Pea Peptides Serum Ingredient Highlights

Pisum Sativum (Pea) Extract

Bakuchiol

Zamea Propanediol

Kosher Vegetable Glycerin

Rice Amino Acids

Baobab Seed Extract

Hydrolyzed Soy Protein

Honey

Glyceryl Caprylate

Penthelyne Glycol

Morganna’s Alchemy Serum Trio Collection is an excellent price point considering the ingredients packed into this set. I’ve paid more for just a blue light treating serum alone. All three serums are scent-free, non-irritating, and effective.

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Ingredient Profile

Chamomile

aqua 3G

Maqui Berry

licorice

PELARGONIUM GRAVEOLENS EXTRACT

Baikal Skullcap

ABOUT THE BRAND

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Other Sigi Skin Products We Love

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Active Ingredient Profile

Arnica Flower

Calendula Flower

Gotu Kola

Lavender Oil

Chamomile

Botanical Hyaluronic Acid

Plant Stem Cells

Vitamin E

Cold Processed Avocado Oil

Bearberry

Silk Amino Acids

Cucumber

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Morganna’s Alchemy
Water Drops Serum Ingredient Highlights

Morganna’s Alchemy
Lemon Drops Serum Ingredient Highlights

Morganna’s Alchemy
Illuminate Pea Peptides Serum Ingredient Highlights

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