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Sacred Mama Organics SuperFood Beauty Oil: What to Know

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This organic oil packs in beauty powerhouses like Pomegranate, Royal Jelly, Abyssinian Seed and Rosehip Oils. The true star of this oil, however, is “baby collagen”-making Watercress.

Sacred Mama Organics SuperFood Beauty Oil is a lovely clear, pale gold oil

Sacred Mama Organics SuperFood Beauty Oil has a watercress base.

Sacred Mama Organics SuperFood Beauty Oil is the beauty brainchild of Sacred Mama Organics founder Judy Beserra.

Watercress is a secret anti-aging weapon.

Watercress is a secret anti-aging weapon.

Wonderful, Wonderful Watercress

Sacred Mama Organics SuperFood Beauty Oil is a non-comedogenic Watercress-based oil. It is suitable for daily use and beauty emergencies.

We previously posted exciting skincare research identifying the exact mechanism of the skin resiliency changes that cause rougher skin and overall skin aging. The study cited that Watercress reverses these skin issues by promoting Collagen III production in the dermal cells. Collagen III is known as baby collagen because it is plentiful at birth but diminishes with age.  Collagen III must regenerate in the dermal cells of the papillary dermis skin layer to reverse signs of aging. [1] Watercress can do this.

Watercress also contains many skin-enhancing nutrients. One example is copper. Copper builds both collagen and elastin.

Elastin gives skin its’ springy, vibrant, youthful bounce. Elastin is as important as collagen, but fewer products address elastin restoration. And even fewer restore the collagen and elastin fibers in the dermal cells.

Watercress is only one of the many skin-enhancing ingredients in this amazing formulation.

Sacred Mama Organics SuperFood Beauty Oil is a lovely clear, pale gold oilThese ingredients are natural, safe and backed by many independent research studies. Let’s take a look.

Ingredient Profile

Watercress (Nasturtium Officinale Seed Oil)

Watercress ingredients

Watercress

Watercress is a gentle antioxidant full Vitamins A, C, E, K, and notably, Copper. [2] Watercress is a wonderful inclusion in this formulation because Copper has the rare and amazing ability to restore skin elastin. Elastin gives skin its’ youthful bounce and the ability to spring back.

Watercress supports both dermal cells and enhanced collagen production to make skin firmer and radiant. It specifically encourages collagen III production.

The Vitamin K in Watercress can reduce brown and blue-tinged under eye dark circles caused by leaking capillaries. It is especially effective paired with other actives [3]

Vitamins A and C fight free radicals.

Cannabis Sativa

Cannabis Sativa

Cannabis Sativa Seed Oil

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

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

Royal Jelly

Royal Jelly

Royal Jelly

Royal Jelly is a bee product, the gelatinous substance that feeds the queen bee. It smooths fine lines and wrinkles. It also helps with wound healing [4] and skin repair. [5] This anti-inflammatory anti-oxidant is filled with skin-friendly nutrients.

Studies show Royal Jelly combats sun damage and has the capacity to promote collagen (procollagen type I) production. [6]

Rosehip oil

Rosehips Rosehip Seed Oil is high in Vitamins A, C, and E, making it ideal for collagen production. [7]  Rosehip oil inhibits MMP-1, an enzyme that breaks down collagen. [8]

It provides nutrients, fades acne scars and promotes cell turnover.

Rose Hip Seed Oil is a Vitamin C variant that is both a treatment and a hydrating ingredient. It offers the benefits of Vitamin C and Retinol serums such as lightening dark spots but without causing irritation.

Rosehip oil also has omega-6 and omega-3 fatty acids to soothe and moisturize eczema or dry skin. [9]

Punica Granatum Seed Oil

How Pomegranate Benefits Skin on StyleChicks

Pomegranate

Pomegranate seeds deliver impressive collagen-building results. They are packed with antioxidants, minerals, vitamins A, C, K, and E plus folic acid.

Research shows Pomegranate Seed oil holds double its’ weight in water for superior skin hydration. Pomegranate contains three times the antioxidants of wine or green tea. [10]

The polyphenols are antioxidants that protect skin cells from oxidative damage. Other antioxidants reduce inflammation ranging from puffiness to acne and tackle oxidative damage like dark spots and sun damage. It increases skin barrier formation and improves skin hydration.

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

Calendula Officinalis Flower

Best known as marigold. Calendula flower promotes the regeneration of new tissue and soothes damaged skin.

Crambe Abyssinica Seed Oil

Abyssinian Seed Oil is lightweight and easily absorbed. It contains linoleic acid, the predominant fat in skin cells. Linoleic acid is an omega-6 fatty acid with skin barrier-strengthening, healing, hydrating and anti-inflammatory properties. This forms the lipid barrier that holds moisture in skin cells, which keeps skin hydrated.

Abyssinian Seed Oil uniquely contains ample unsaturated C22 fatty acids, making it highly resistant to oxidation.

Olives benefits the skin

olives

Olea Europaea (Olive) Fruit Oil

Olive oil has skin enhancing Omega-3s and polyphenols.

Like Abyssinian Seed Oil, Olive Oil also contains Linoleic acid which has an anti-inflammatory effect.

Olive oil will not clog pores.

Safflower

Safflower

Carthamus Tinctorius (Safflower) Seed Oil

Safflower Oil is a nourishing and moisturizing oil. It is high in Omegas 3, 6 and 9. These omegas make skin naturally glow!

It hydrates dry skin, soothes irritation and enhances skin texture and appearance.

Safflower Oil delays premature aging tightens and brightens the skin.

Taraxacum Officinale (Dandelion) Leaf Extract

Dandelion Leaf extractDandelion Leaf extract stimulates collagen production. These leaves are rich in antioxidants and packed with vitamins A, C, and E.

This extract protects skin against free radical damage and reduces the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles.

Dandelion Leaf Extract also contains Magnesium and zinc to detoxify skin. It’s anti-inflammatory properties calm irritation and puffiness.

Camellia Seed Oil

Camellia Oleifera Seed Oil smooths rough skin patches and repairs the skin barrier.

Camellia

Camellia

Lime Oil

Lime Oil

Citrus Aurantifolia (Lime) Peel Oil

Lime Peel Oil is an antioxidant.

It has skin-toning properties and can fade discoloration.

Lime Peel Oil is particularly effective when used in a formulation with multiple moisturizing buffers, such as this one.

Citrus Aurantium Dulcis (Orange) Peel Oil

Orange Peel has more Vitamin C than the fleshly orange fruit, almost double. It improves collagen production resulting in the reduction of dark spots and wrinkles. It fights free radicals, removes blackheads and acne, and reduces wrinkles.

Orange peel is also an antioxidant that reduces inflammation. The bacteria-fighting and inflammation reduction properties reduce acne without excess skin drying.

A citrus oil with a refreshing or neutralizing scent.

Orange Oil and Orange peel glossary definitions on StyleChicks.com

Citrus Paradisi (Grapefruit) Peel Oil

grapefruit oil

Citrus Paradisi, commonly known as Grapefruit Peel Oil, is high in collagen-producing Vitamin C.

It has antibacterial benefits and studies show it reduces acne.[11]

As with other citrus oils, it is an antioxidant with an uplifting scent.

peppermint

Mentha Piperita Oil

Piperita Leaf Extract soothes rough & dry skin. It is a variety of Peppermint.

It has both cooling and anesthetic properties to quell skin irritation.

Citrus Aurantium Bergamia (Bergamot) Fruit Oil

Bergamot

Bergamot

Bergamot has anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties. Linalool and carvacrol are compounds in bergamot oil.

Both are excellent anti-inflammatories for skin issues such as acne and skin irritation.[12]

Zingiber Officinale (Ginger) Root Oil

Ginger

Ginger

Ginger Root Oil is soothing and is a potent antioxidant.

what It Does Not Contain

This list is the entire ingredient list. There are no fillers or junky ingredients. It is a concentrated product. 100% natural. And it is cruelty-free.

Sacred Mama Organics Ingredients

Sacred Mama Organics Ingredients

Sacred Mama Organics SuperFood Beauty Oil has quite the ingredient line up, doesn’t it?

Sacred Mama Organics Ingredients

Sacred Mama Organics Ingredients

The SuperFood Beauty Oil Experience

Sacred Mama Organics SuperFood Beauty Oil is a non-comedogenic oil suitable for daily use and beauty emergencies.

Consistency

There is a heavier feel to oil out of the dropper, yet feels lightweight on the skin.  It absorbs quickly without being sticky or leaving a greasy residue. It leaves a lovely, natural glow on my skin.

There is absolutely no irritation or breakouts from this oil. It is effective for restoring skin after a peel or excess sun exposure.

The oil has a clear, crisp light golden tone with no clouding.

It feels like a decadent treat but is suitable for daily use

It feels like a decadent treat but is suitable for daily use

Application & Use

Apply after cleansing on slightly damp skin. Just four to six drops moisturized my entire face and throat. Gently massage and press the oil into face, throat, and décolletage etage. Skin looks dewy snd hydrated.

I love using this oil after an evening facial steam! I love using this oil with my jade roller to encourage the absorption of every last drop.

Sunscreen and makeup do not pill on top of this oil.

Scent

Very mild to no discernible scent within the bottle. Slightly natural and leafy, a bit citrusy. I cannot detect any scent on the dry down.

Package Aesthetic

It comes in sturdy and attractive presentation packaging, most suitable to give as a delightful gift. The packaging also keeps the oil safe in storage.

Delightful packaging suitable for gift giving

Delightful packaging suitable for gift-giving

The angled tip dropper to precisely dispense each precious drop with no waste.

Angled tip dropper

About the Brand

Sacred Mama Organics founder Judy Beserra comes from a family of entrepreneurs. Her Dad was a Watercress Farmer. Her Mom, an artist. She taught Judy important natural skin care lessons.

Judy combined her Watercress knowledge with her knowledge and love of organic products to create Sacred Mama Organics.  Future Sacred Mama Organics formulas will also use watercress as the base.

The formulation took lots of research and effort, then in 2019 Sacred Mama Organics SuperFood Beauty Oil debuted.

Sacred Mama Packaging

We love this rich yet non-comedogenic restorative oil. It is packed with ingredients that work harmoniously to restore skin. Research shows these ingredients can work wonders for all skin types. It is lightweight on the skin, yet deeply moisturizes rough and dry patches. We will keep you posted as to our skin progress with future Sacred Mama Organics SuperFood Beauty Oil updates.

where to find it

Find Sacred Mama Organics SuperFood Beauty Oil at Sacred Mama Organics

Sacred Mama Organics SuperFood Beauty Oil

Sacred Mama Organics SuperFood Beauty Oil

QUESTIONS?
COMMENTS?

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References

  1. “Shiseido Succeeds in Visualization of Internal Skin Elasticity Decrease of Type III Collagen Involved in Age-Dependent Degradation in Skin Elasticity.” Shiseido, Shiseido, Apr. 2018, corp.shiseido.com/en/newsimg/2423_c3b40_en.pdf.
  2. 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.
  3. Mitsuishi, T. , Shimoda, T. , Mitsui, Y. , Kuriyama, Y. and Kawana, S. (2004), The effects of topical application of phytonadione, retinol and vitamins C and E on infraorbital dark circles and wrinkles of the lower eyelids. Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 3: 73-75. doi:10.1111/j.1473-2130.2004.00070.x
  4. Bucekova M, Sojka M, Valachova I, et al. Bee-derived antibacterial peptide, defensin-1, promotes wound re-epithelialization in vitro and in vivo. Sci Rep. 2017;7(1):7340. Published 2017 Aug 4. doi:10.1038/s41598-017-07494-0
  5. Park HM, Cho MH, Cho Y, Kim SY. Royal jelly increases collagen production in rat skin after ovariectomy. J Med Food. 2012;15(6):568-575. doi:10.1089/jmf.2011.1888
  6. Park HM, Hwang E, Lee KG, Han SM, Cho Y, Kim SY. Royal jelly protects against ultraviolet B-induced photoaging in human skin fibroblasts via enhancing collagen production. J Med Food. 2011;14(9):899–906. doi:10.1089/jmf.2010.1363
  7. Phetcharat, L et al. “The effectiveness of a standardized rose hip powder, containing seeds and shells of Rosa canina, on cell longevity, skin wrinkles, moisture, and elasticity.” Clinical interventions in aging vol. 10 1849-56. 19 Nov. 2015, doi:10.2147/CIA.S90092
  8. Grajzer, Magdalena, et al. “Characteristics of rose hip (Rosa canina L.) cold-pressed oil and its oxidative stability studied by the differential scanning calorimetry method.” Food chemistry 188 (2015): 459-466.
  9. Phetcharat,  The effectiveness, Clinical, 2015
  10. Antioxidant Activity of Pomegranate Juice and Its Relationship with Phenolic Composition and Processing  Mar­a I. Gil, , Francisco A. Toms-Barber , Betty Hess-Pierce, Deirdre M. Holcroft,  and, and Adel A. Kader*, Journal of Agricultural and Food Chemistry 2000 48 (10)
  11. de Cassia da Silveira E S¡, Rita et al. Analgesic-Like Activity of Essential Oil Constituents: An Update. “International journal of molecular sciences vol. 18,12 2392. 9 Dec. 2017, doi:10.3390/ijms18122392
  12. Orchard, A, and Sandy van Vuuren. “Commercial Essential Oils as Potential Antimicrobials to Treat Skin Diseases.” Evidence-based complementary and alternative medicine : eCAM vol. 2017 (2017):4517971. doi:10.1155/2017/4517971

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Philip Kingsley Elasticizer: 10 Tips How to Best Use

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This how-to guide is about How to Use Philip Kingsley Elasticizer Deep Conditioning Treatment: 10 Tips for Best Use

Philip Kingsley Elasticizer Deep Conditioning Treatment is considered by many to be a holy grail hair rescue product.

But for some, Elasticizer is just meh. How can some people swear by it and others be disappointed?

Proper application is key to getting the most out of Philip Kingsley Elasticizer or Elasticizer Extreme.

Not sure how to use Philip Kingsley Elasticizer Deep Conditioning Treatment? Read our top ten tips for best use below.

How to Use Philip Kingsley Elasticizer

How to Use Philip Kingsley Elasticizer: 10 Tips for Best Use

Why Elasticizer is Special

We previously reviewed Philip Kingsley Elasticizer and discussed how we love its’ simple but excellent ingredients.

A key ingredient overview helps deconstruct the elusive je ne sais quoi of Elasticizer. Let’s take a look:

Key Ingredients

Olive Oil nourishes hair

OLIVE OIL

A moisturizing oil with Omega-3s and polyphenols. Omegas nourish the hair follicle and make the cuticle smooth and the shaft strong.

Kingsley found Olive Oil works best not as a direct oil application, but within a creamy formula base.

It aids in the penetration of the precious vitamins and fatty acids.

A creamy formula also makes it easier to wash out without oily residue after use.

HYDROLYZED ELASTIN

Elastin gives hair tensile strength: the ability to stretch. Hydrolyzed Elastin adds body and elasticity to hair. It improves hair’s resistance to breakage and aids moisture retention.

Unlike protein treatments, you cannot over-do elastin. Elastin returns a youthful look to the hair.

Elastin is important to keep hair looking vibrant, lush, bouncy and healthy.

Castor seed oil is a humectant

CASTOR OIL

Castor Oil draws moisture into the hair shaft making it plumper and hydrated. It’s Vitamin E softens hair. Castor Oil thickens thinning hair and calms the appearance of frizzy hair.

Castor Oil is typically too thick and sticky to apply directly to the hair. But in this formulation, it washes out easily.

GLYCERIN

Glycerin helps hair to retain moisture. This is particularly important for thirsty coarse and curly hair.

Ten Tips on How to Best Use Philip Kingsley Elasticizer Deep Conditioning Treatment

1. Apply to Fully Damp Hair

Apply Elasticizer to fully damp hair prior to shampooing.

How to do it:
  • Warm the creamy conditioner slightly in your hands.
  • Slowly smooth it into the length of the hair to help it absorb.

2.  It Must Fully Absorb

Absorption is the key. It won’t accomplish nearly as much just sitting on the hair surface.

How to do it

I apply it to a small section of hair at a time.

Then place the hair section between two fingers and gently “squeegee” the product down the hair length to assist absorption.

For sections that don’t absorb after 30 minutes, I re-wet the hair with a spray bottle and repeat the squeegee process.

Gently squeeze it in if the squeegee method doesn’t work.

3. Avoid the Scalp

There is no harm in applying it closer to the scalp, but it is most beneficial applied to lengths down to the ends. I focus extra on areas I heat style with my curling wand – bangs, money pieces, and ends.

Some suggest applying from the ear down to the ends.

4. Keep Elasticizer moist

As long as it stays damp, it continues to work. 

HOW TO DO IT:

  • I like to use a processing cap or hair towel to let it stay moist.
  • Your facial steamer can add a special oomph to the penetration.
  • If Elasticizer is getting dry and hard, spritz it down.

5. 10-Minute Minimum Use

It takes about five minutes to absorb into the hair.  Leave it in for a minimum of ten minutes, or even overnight in a covered cap or towel.

In the Kingsley Clinics in New York and London, they leave Elasticizer in for 30 minutes.

Don’t have time for a full treatment? Try this tip:

“I like to treat any split or brittle hair with perhaps a teaspoonful, gently worked into my hair and then left overnight. Very economical and a quick and easy boost when I don’t have time for the full works.”

– JENNIFER DYE
PHILIP KINGSLEY HEAD TRICHOTHERAPIST

6.  Add heat

Heat intensifies the penetration. Use it while exercising, at the beach or sunbathing, or while taking a steam.

7. Don’t Use Elasticizer before or after Hair Coloring

The packaging says it can remove hair color or impede coloring. Don’t use Elasticizer for 3 days before and after coloring.

I ignored these directions and found out it is true. The Olive Oil can remove fresh color, and color doesn’t take when used within 3 days before coloring.

8. Use the Formulation for Your Hair Type

Use the proper formulation for your hair type.

  • Kingsley Elasticizer Extreme is for coarse, naturally coiled, or very damaged hair.
  • Fine and Medium texture hair should use Elasticizer Intensive.
  • For medium or curly textured damaged hair that is LONG, I found Elasticizer Extreme works. Your mileage may vary.

9.  Add-Ins

Elasticizer is an excellent creamy base for your favorite hair oil. Sometimes I add a few drops of warm Jojoba or Avocado oil

10. Stick With It

We find the benefits are cumulative. Courtney initially didn’t see much difference, but after second use, she was wowed by the results.

Lyn’s coarse and colored hair responded well to Elasticizer Intense, but benefits far more from Philip Kingsley’s Elasticizer Extreme.

BEST TIP: after slightly warming a small amount in your hands, gently squeegee it into the hair to aid absorption.

Where to Find Philip Kingsley Elasticizer

Find Philip Kingsley products at:

  • PhilipKingsley.com
  • BlueMercury
  • Violet Grey

Questions? Comments?

Have any questions?

The Style Chicks are here to answer them.

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How to Best Use Watercress for Skincare Benefits?

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WATERCRESS INGREDIENT GUIDE: Watercress works wonders. Read a short synopsis of the science behind how it encourages collagen and elastin production for younger, firmer skin
Watercress supports collagen and elastin within the skin

Watercress supports collagen and elastin within the skin

The Role of Collagen and Elastin

We obsess about Collagen in our skincare regimens, and rightly so.

Collagen is the scaffold of our skin, keeping it firm and wrinkle-free. Skin with more collagen has smaller pores and fewer wrinkles.

But our skin can be devoid of these tell-tale signs of aging yet still not look YOUNG.

  • Elastin is as important as collagen for the appearance of younger skin because it keeps skin resilient.
  • We lose elastin as we age and from sun damage.
  • Elastin can be replaced in the skin, but fewer products address the loss of skin elastin.

What is the secret of youthful skin? Collagen AND Elastin.

How do you increase both Collagen and Elastin in your skin? By slathering Watercress all over it.

Watercress boosts collagen and elastin

Nasturtium Officinale boosts collagen and elastin

The Science of Watercress

Watercress, also known as Nasturtium Officinale, is a tiny plant with big beauty benefits.

A groundbreaking skincare study showed Watercress uniquely promotes Collagen III in the dermal cells of the papillary dermis skin layer. [1] Collagen III is known as “baby collagen” – it is the type we lose as we age.

Nasturtium Officinale also builds Elastin.

Elastin gives skin its’ youthful bounce.

The same study found that the more elastin skin has, the smoother skin looks. But as skin loses elastin, it becomes dull and rough.

Enhanced collagen levels ALSO increase skin elasticity. And together, they make skin taut, resilient, and radiant.

It also is an antioxidant full Vitamins A, C, E, K, and notably, Copper. [2]

Watercress boosts collagen and elastin

Nasturtium Officinale promotes Collagen III – the type of collagen we lose as we age.

What are Watercress Skincare Benefits?

Watercress contains Copper which has an amazing ability to restore skin elastin

Elastin gives skin its’ youthful bounce and the ability to spring back.  Few ingredients support elastin as copper does.

Copper peptides promote collagen, elastin, and hyaluronic acid production within the skin. All three are vital for skin firmness, texture, radiance, and appearance.

Copper extraction is costly, which often makes it costly in skincare products. Watercress is an excellent way to get topical copper in your skincare program.

Read more about how copper benefits the skin here.

Watercress Contains Vitamin K to erase dark circles

The Vitamin K in Nasturtium Officinale reduces brown and blue-tinged under-eye dark circles caused by leaking capillaries.

As we age, we tend to get more broken capillaries, resulting in red and brown heme pooled under the skin. Vitamin K strengthens these capillaries so they are more resistant to breakage.

Watercress also contains Vitamins A and C to fight free radicals.

Featured Products Containing Watercress

We love Watercress in an eye treatment!

It is found in skin-savvy beauty brands such as SK-II.

This Farmaesthetics Watercress Eye Gel contains Watercress and certified organic herbs, flowers, and oils from American family farms. An ideal combo to restore, revitalize and refresh. Plus it comes in this charming cobalt bottle.

We love using products with watercress on the delicate eye area skin

Perfect for delicate eye area skin

Farmaesthetics Eye Gel

Watercress Ingredient Guide Summary

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References

  1. “Shiseido Succeeds in Visualization of Internal Skin Elasticity “ Decrease of Type III Collagen Involved in Age-Dependent Degradation in Skin Elasticity.”  Shiseido, Shiseido, Apr. 2018, corp.shiseido.com/en/newsimg/2423_c3b40_en.pdf.
  2. Applied Biochemistry and Microbiology, July 2001, pages 392–399

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How to best use Watercress for skincare benefits 

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Watercress works wonders. Read a short synopsis of the science behind how watercress encourages collagen and elastin production for younger, firmer skin
Watercress supports collagen and elastin within the skin

Watercress supports collagen and elastin within the skin

We obsess about Collagen in our skincare regimens, and rightly so. Collagen is the scaffold of our skin, keeping it firm and wrinkle-free.

Skin with more collagen has smaller pores and fewer wrinkles.  But our skin can be devoid of these tell-tale signs of aging yet still not look YOUNG.

What is the secret of youthful skin? Collagen AND Elastin. How do you increase both Collagen and Elastin in your skin? By slathering Watercress all over it.

Watercress boosts collagen and elastin

Watercress boosts collagen and elastin

The Science of Watercress

Watercress, also known as Nasturtium Officinale, is a tiny plant with big beauty benefits.

A groundbreaking skincare study showed Watercress uniquely promotes Collagen III in the dermal cells of the papillary dermis skin layer. [1] Collagen III is known as “baby collagen” – it is the type we lose as we age.

Watercress also builds Elastin.

Elastin gives skin its’ youthful bounce. The same study found that the more elastin skin has, the smoother skin looks. But as skin loses elastin, it becomes dull and rough.

Enhanced collagen levels ALSO increase skin elasticity. And together, they make skin taut, resilient, and radiant.

Nasturtium Officinale is also an antioxidant full Vitamins A, C, E, K, and notably, Copper. [2]

Watercress boosts collagen and elastin

Nasturtium Officinale promotes Collagen III – the type of collagen we lose as we age.

The Key Nutrients in Watercress

COPPER

Watercress contains Copper which has an amazing ability to restore elastin in the skin.

Elastin gives skin its’ youthful bounce and the ability to spring back.  Few ingredients support elastin as copper does. Copper peptides promote collagen, elastin, and hyaluronic acid production within the skin. All three are vital for skin firmness, texture, radiance, and appearance.

Copper extraction is costly, which often makes it costly in skincare products. Nasturtium Officinale is an excellent way to get topical copper in your skincare program.

Read more about how copper benefits the skin here.

VITAMIN K

The Vitamin K in Watercress reduces brown and blue-tinged under-eye dark circles caused by leaking capillaries.

As we age, we tend to get more broken capillaries, resulting in red and brown heme pooled under the skin. Vitamin K strengthens these capillaries so they are more resistant to breakage.

Read more about 5 things you should know about Vitamin K for reducing under eye circles here.

VITAMINS

Watercress also contains Vitamins A and C to fight free radicals.

Elastin Facts: What You Need to Know

  • Elastin is a protein found in skin and hair.
  • 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 especially vulnerable to sun damage.
  • Elastin is as important as collagen for the appearance of younger skin
  • Elastin can be replaced in the skin, but fewer products address the loss of skin elastin.

Featured Products Containing Watercress

We love It in an eye treatment!

Nasturtium Officinale is found in skin-savvy beauty brands such as SK-II.

This Farmaesthetics Watercress Eye Gel contains Watercress and certified organic herbs, flowers, and oils from American family farms. It is the perfect combination to restore, revitalize and refresh. Plus it comes in this charming cobalt bottle.

We love using products with watercress on the delicate eye area skin

We love using products with Nasturtium Officinale on the delicate eye area skin

Read more about Farmaesthetics Watercress Eye Gel

Farmaesthetics Eye Gel

Watercress Ingredient Overview

Was this Ingredient Guide helpful? Then you may like other Ingredients Overviews such as:

Find more natural ingredients in the Style Chicks Defining Beauty Glossary. The Defining Beauty Glossary contains many helpful hair and skin care ingredients.

Thinking about jumping starting your collagen enhancement with an at-home skin device?

You may enjoy reading our interview with ENDYMED, the makers of the FDA-approved NEWA device in our article entitled “ENDYMED ANSWERS QUESTIONS ABOUT NEWA AT-HOME SKIN-TIGHTENING”

And stay tuned for more Style Chicks Ingredient Overviews!

References

  1. “Shiseido Succeeds in Visualization of Internal Skin Elasticity “ Decrease of Type III Collagen Involved in Age-Dependent Degradation in Skin Elasticity.”  Shiseido, Shiseido, Apr. 2018, corp.shiseido.com/en/newsimg/2423_c3b40_en.pdf.
  2. Applied Biochemistry and Microbiology, July 2001, pages 392–399

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