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This article is a review and ingredient report for Kat Burki Rose Hip Intense Recovery Eye Serum

What is Kat Burki Rose Hip Intense Recovery Eye Serum?

Kat Burki Rose Hip Intense Recovery Eye Serum is a fast-absorbing, waterless eye serum packed with skin-restoring organic goodness to plump and treat the delicate eye area skin.

It is a small bottle with a big impact because Kat Burki Rose Hip Intense Recovery Eye Serum has a waterless formulation. This affords maximum absorption of the actives.

And the actives are amazing.

Kat Burki Rose Hip Intense Recovery Eye Serum

Why Waterless Beauty

Waterless Beauty refers to when a skincare product formulation does not contain water.

Water is typically the first ingredient seen on product ingredient lists, sometimes comprising more than half of the product volume.

Instead of water, Waterless Beauty uses oils, ferments, butters and oil-soluble active ingredients.

There are no unnecessary fillers such as water, silicone, and alcohol in any Kat Burki product.

About The Patented KB5 Complex

Kat Burki Rose Hip Intense Recovery Eye Serum contains something called “KB5™ Complex”.

Kat Burki uses their patented KB5™ formula base instead of water. Instead of actives being diluted, the pure active ingredients work at full force with KB5™.

KB5 Complex is five cold-processed extract essences. Together they create the proprietary KB5 Complex, a trademarked signature blend that replaces the water in all Kat Burki formulas.

This makes highly concentrated, pure, eco-conscious formulations. And they are also remarkably effective.

Lets take a closer look at the Kat Burki Rose Hip Intense Recovery Eye Serum formulation:

Kat Burki Rose Hip Intense Recovery Eye Serum Key Ingredients

KB5™ Complex is made with:

ARNICA MONTANA FLOWER EXTRACT (ARNICA)

Gota Kola Skincare Benefits
Centella Asiatica AKA Gota Kola improves skin elasticity for firmer skin

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 OFFICINALIS EXTRACT

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

CENTELLA ASIATICA EXTRACT (GOTU KOLA)

Gotu Kola (Centella asiatica) improves elasticity and reduces sagging. It boosts antioxidant activity, strengthens the skin and increases blood circulation. [1]

CHAMOMILLA RECUTITA EXTRACT (CHAMOMILE)

Chamomile is an antioxidant with potent skin-soothing action. [2] It contains Terpenoids, bisabolol and chamazulene. 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. [3] Meanwhile, The apigenin in Chamomile protects the skin barrier. [4].

Chamomile

LAVANDULA ANGUSTIFOLIA EXTRACT (LAVENDER)

Lavender Oil softens and conditions the skin. The linalyl acetate in lavender enhances cell growth.

This is combined with:

Aloe Vera
Aloe Vera

ALOE BARBADENSIS LEAF JUICE (ORGANIC ALOE)

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.

ROSA CANINA FRUIT OIL

Organic Rosehip seed oil has amazing skin rejuvenation benefits. Rosehip Seed Oil is high in Vitamins A, C, and E. They provide nutrients, fade acne scars and promote cell turnover.

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

Rosehip oil also has omega-6 and omega-3 fatty acids to soothe and moisturize eczema or dry skin. [5]

Rosehip provides excellent skin rejuvenation
Rosehip provides excellent skin rejuvenation

STAY-C

Stay-C is a type of Sodium Ascorbyl Phosphate which is a stable form of Vitamin C. It is activated only upon absorption. Stable C is more power with less irritation than other Cs which makes it ideal for treating orbital area discoloration, photo damage and wrinkles.

NIACINAMIDE

Niacinamide is Vitamin B3. It addresses many skin issues.

Niacinamide is a very good addition to an anti-aging regimen because it promotes collagen, addresses a loss of elasticity and reduces redness. It fades acne scars and brightens the skin. [6] It reduces the inflammation of rosacea and other inflammatory skin conditions [7] It inhibits melanin production in hyperpigmentation. [8]

Niacinamide reduces the impact of environmental damage because it improves skin’s barrier and Ceramide levels [9].

DMAE

Dimethylaminoethanol or DMAE, topical DMAE firms and tightens the appearance of the skin. It has short-term and long-range skin tightening effects.

VITAMIN E

Sweet Almond ingredient overview
Sweet Almond

this formula contains two kinds of vitamin E: TOCOPHERYL ACETATE and TOCOPHEROL. Vitamin E softens the skin and makes it more pliable.  

PRUNUS AMYGDALUS DULCIS OIL

Sweet almond oil contains vitamins A, B, D, and E and has the ability to gently lighten dark under eye circles.

PANTHENOL (VITAMIN B-5)

Panthenol is an emollient moisturizer which soothes the skin.

Panthenol is the alcohol analog of pantothenic acid (vitamin B5) and is a provitamin of B5. 

Rosemary oil
Rosemary oil

Panthenol is believed to promote cell regeneration. It is a humectant that fosters skin healing.

ROSMARINUS OFFICINALIS EXTRACT

Rosemary Extract is soothing and helps reduce puffiness and lightens dark spots.

Rosemary Extract combats dry skin. It naturally protects skin from sun damage and free radicals.

It also has natural antiseptic properties and is a gentle exfoliant for dead skin flakes.

Rosemary Extract is soothing and helps reduce puffiness and lightens dark spots. It is stimulating and promotes better blood circulation to deliver the nutrients necessary to build collagen, elastin and to encourage scar repair.

RETINOL

Retinol is a staple in skincare, Retinol is a vitamin A derivative found in many skincare creams. It refines the skin’s texture by causing rapid cell turnover and softens wrinkles.

The Kat Burki Rose Hip Intense Recovery Eye Serum  Experience

Lightly tap – do not rub – this rich cream around the delicate eye area skin. Despite some powerful actives such as retinol and Vitamin C, it is luxe and soothing, so skin does not feel dry, tight or irritated.

The scent of Rosehips is pleasant but present. I prefer scentless products around the orbital area, but was lulled into making this product an exception.

The cream feel luxe yet surprisingly absorbs very well into the my skin. There is no residue left on the skin. This is a benefit of the waterless KB5 base – it enables actives to do their best work and get deep into the skin.

This makes quick work of smoothing fine lines and evening the skin tone.

 

Where to Shop Kat Burki Rose Hip Intense Recovery Eye Serum

Find Kat Burki Rose Hip Intense Recovery Eye Serum at KatBurki.com and Saks Fifth Ave

Kat Burki Rose Hip Intense Recovery Eye Cream

Kat Burki Rose Hip Intense Recovery Eye Serum contains no fillers – only high-quality ingredients

Summary More Kat Burki Products We Love

Did you like reading about Kat Burki Rose Hip Intense Recovery Eye Serum? 

The Kat Burki range is a stellar lineup! Here are some more of our favorites:

Kat Burki Power Trio Radiance Oil

Kat Burki Power Trio Radiance Oil is just three powerful oils: Tamanu, Kukui Nut, and Raspberry. Together they provide a non-irritating treatment that rejuvenates the skin. Ideal for winter weather. Read our full review in the article “Raspberries to the Rescue Kat Burki Power Trio Radiance Oil“

Kat Burki Power Trio Radiance Oil contains collagen-building Red Raspberry Seed Oil, rich in ellagic acid.
Kat Burki Power Trio Radiance Oil contains collagen-building Red Raspberry Seed Oil, rich in ellagic acid.

 

KAT BURKI Micro Firming wand

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 404
  3. Merfort I, Heilmann J, Hagedorn-Leweke U, Lippold BC. In vivo skin penetration studies of camomile flavones. Pharmazie. 1994;49(7):509-511.
  4. 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
  5. 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
  6. 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.
  7. Niren NM, Pharmacologic doses of nicotinamide in the treatment of inflammatory skin conditions: a review. Cutis. 2006 Jan;77(1 Suppl):11-6.
  8. Josefina Navarrete-Sol, “A Double-Blind, Randomized Clinical Trial of Niacinamide 4% versus Hydroquinone 4% in the Treatment of Melasma”, Clinical Study Volume 2011 |Article ID 379173
  9. Tanno, O. , et al “Nicotinamide increases biosynthesis of ceramides as well as other stratum corneum lipids to improve the epidermal permeability barrier.”JDermatol.2000 Sep;143(3):524-31.
  10. 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

 

ABOUT THIS POST

Kat Burki Rose Hip Intense Recovery Eye Serum was submitted to Style Chicks for consideration purposes. All opinions and experiences are 100% our own.

Why We Love Rustic Maka Ready to Glow

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Rustic Maka Ready to Glow is an exceptionally dry oil that leaves face and body skin luminous and supple while it promotes collagen production with a cocktail of powerful natural ingredients. 

Ready to Glow

Rustic Maka Ready to Glow

Why Rustic Maka Ready to Glow is Special

Rustic Maka Ready to Glow:

  • Promotes collagen production on face and body skin
  • Is Ideal for Lymphatic Face Massage
  • Contains Organic Ingredients free of Phthalates & Synthetics
  • It is a waterless product, so the treating ingredients are pure and not diluted.  Formulations not diluted with water have the ability to be far more effective.

Let’s take a look at the ingredients in this formulation:

Key Ingredients

Kakadu plums are the highest natural source of vitamin C

Kakadu plums supports collagen synthesis in face and body skin

Terminalia Ferdinandiana (Kakadu Plum) Fruit Extract

Kakadu plums are the highest natural source of vitamin C to support collagen synthesis and provide antioxidant support. It reduces acne, fades scars, and reduces fine lines.

Kakadu plums are also high in gallic acid and ellagic acid to fight free radicals, hydrate the skin and prevent the skin from damage.

Spirulina Platensis Extract

Rustic Maka Ready to Glow contains Spirulina to nourish skin

Spirulina provides nutrients to the skin

Spirulina is a plant-based protein full of amino acids, minerals, and vitamins. Spirulina contains anti-aging tyrosine, vitamin E or tocopherol, and selenium.

Spirulina applied topically removes darkness around the eyes and works as a natural toner. It can also be applied topically to the skin within a product or in a facial mask for skin nourishment and softness.

Camellia Oleifera Seed Oil

Camellia Oleifera Seed Oil

Camellia Oleifera (Camellia) Seed Oil

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

Limnanthes Alba (Meadowfoam) Seed Oil

Meadowfoam Seed Oil is a very stable oil that lubricates skin without leaving a residue.

Prunus Armeniac (Apricot) Kernel Oil

An emollient that softens and smooths. Apricot Kernel oil is a light oil.

Apricot Kernel oil contains antioxidant vitamin E and nourishing fatty acids (mostly oleic acid 54-74%, linoleic acid 12-35%. It has nourishing and moisturizing properties. It is quite easily absorbed into the skin.

Oenothera Biennis (Primrose) Oil

Evening Primrose Oil restores a glow to the skin. It is excellent as a topical ingredient to provide moisture without clogging the skin. It is helpful for eczema and acne. It supports elastin, moisture, and skin firmness. [1]

Full of Omega-6 fatty acids, Evening Primrose Oil keeps skin healthy.

Prunus Domestica (Plum) Seed Oil

A hydrating anti-inflammatory, rich in omegas and Vitamin E. It heals skin, while the Vitamin A refines the skin to reduce fine lines and wrinkles while improving elasticity.

Calendula promotes skin regeneration

Calendula promotes skin regeneration

Calendula Officinalis (Calendula) Flowers

Calendula Extract comes from the Calendula flower, better known as marigold.

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

Studies have shown that calendula can increase collagen production and stimulates epithelial cell growth to promote cell turnover [2].

Tocopherol

Better known as Vitamin E.

Chamomile

Matricaria Recutita (Chamomile) Flowers

Chamomile is an antioxidant with potent skin-soothing action. [3] It contains Terpenoids, bisabolol and chamazulene.

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] This gentle and hypoallergenic extract soothes skin, heals burns, and is great for helping skin recover and benefit from chemical peels. Chamomile Extract also kills acne-causing bacteria while soothing the skin. [6]

Plantago Major (Plantain) Leaf

A starchy cousin of the tropical banana. They are sometimes called cooking bananas.

In addition to the comfrey-plantain collagen-producing and healing action described above, Plantains contain magnesium for muscle cramp relief.

Lavender

Lavandula Angustifolia (Lavender) Flowers

Lavender Oil softens and conditions skin.

Lavender’s anti-microbial and anti-bacterial properties keep skin healthy. It has soothing properties to calm any inflammation, dry skin or flaking.

The linalyl acetate in lavender enhances cell growth in the skin.

Melissa Officinalis (Lemon Balm) Leaf

Melissa Officinalis Leaf Extract is lemon balm leaf.

It contains caffeine & ferulic acid. It counteracts sun damage when applied topically within a skin formulation.

Sage

Salvia Officinalis (Sage) Leaf

Sage is an herb with medicinal and beauty value. It reduces blemishes and swelling.

Sage also moisturizes and conditions the skin, soothing dryness and irritation.

Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seed Oil

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.

Sunflower Oil softens skin irritated by drying topicals. It works well with Retinol because it hydrates and calms red, irritated skin.

Linoleic acid Gives sunflower seed oil anti-inflammatory properties. It is a natural treatment for atopic dermatitis. [7]

Bamboo Sprout

Bambusa Vulgaris (Bamboo) Extract

Bamboo Stem Extract has flavones, a source of natural antioxidants. Since the skin on both face and body is a major target of oxidative stress, the antioxidant protection provided by bamboo extract is excellent within this formulation. [8]

Bamboo extract contains glycosides, phenolic acids, and amino acids. These hold skin nourishing and soothing properties.

Bamboo extract is also hydrating.

Get your glow on with Ready to Glow

Ready to Glow gives a soft, supple look and feel to skin

Ready to Glow gives a soft, supple look and feel to skin

The Rustic Maka Ready to Glow Experience

One pump is enough for face and throat. Nicely emollient on chapped lips.

There is a very light, pleasant scent of fresh plums, perhaps a hint of apricot.

It absorbs and leaves a finish more like a cream than an oil, I am not greasy at all.

Sunscreen and makeup can be applied immediately without piling or running. Mixing a few drops of Ready to Glow with my foundation gives a soft, luminous look.

While intended for face AND body, there is such good ingredients, we use it primarily on face, throat and décolletage. It also works well on hands and dry cuticles. It absorbs exceptionally well.

It is drier than hemi-squalene oil, so if you chose to use it on body and legs, you would not have to wait to dry down before getting dressed.

My skin looks supple after use, not “wet”.

TIP: Try it with your Gua Sha tools, it gives the perfect slip!

Where to Find Rustic Maka Ready to Glow

Find Ready to Glow at Rustic Maka

References

  1. 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)
  2. Naveed, Akhtar & Zaman, Shahiq uz & Khan, Barkat & Khan, Haji M. shoaib & Ahmad, Mahmood & Rasool, Fatima & Mahmood, Tariq & Rasul, Akhtar. (2011). Evaluation of various functional skin parameters using a topical cream of Calendula officinalis extract. African journal of pharmacy and pharmacology. 5. 199-206
  3. Merfort I, Heilmann J, Hagedorn-Leweke U, Lippold BC. In vivo skin penetration studies of camomile flavones. Pharmazie. 1994;49(7):509-511.
  4. 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
  5. Journal of Clinical and Aesthetic Dermatology, January 2009, pages 404
  6. Lopez Perez G, Torres Altamirano M. Indications for sunflower oil concentrate in the treatment of atopic dermatitis. Rev Alerg Mex. 2006;53(6):217-25
  7. Chaudhuri RK, Bojanowski K. Bakuchiol: a retinol-like functional compound revealed by gene expression profiling and clinically proven to have anti-aging effects. Int J Cosmet Sci. 2014 Jun;36(3):221-30. doi: 10.1111/ics.12117. Epub 2014 Mar 6. PMID: 24471735.
ABOUT THIS POST

Rustic Maka Ready to Glow was submitted to Style Chicks for consideration purposes.

The Style Chicks team personally tests and thoroughly evaluates each product before it is featured.

Style Chicks independently researches product ingredients to understand how every featured product works.

All opinions and experiences are 100% our own.

Kat Burki Power Trio Radiance Oil Friday Favorites

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This week’s Friday Favorite is Kat Burki Power Trio Radiance Oil. Learn about the beauty benefits of one of our favorite dry oils!

Kat Burki Power Trio Radiance Oil contains collagen-building Red Raspberry Seed Oil, rich in ellagic acid.

Kat Burki Power Trio Radiance Oil contains collagen-building Red Raspberry Seed Oil, rich in ellagic acid.

Why We Love It

This golden, silky, dry oil combines three power oils for stellar skin results. One of those oils is Red Raspberry Seed Oil.

Red Raspberry Seed Oil moisturizes the skin, builds collagen, improves elasticity, and reduces wrinkles and fine lines.

Red Raspberry Seed Oil is gentle yet effective in addressing many skin issues associated with acne and aging.

Raspberry Seed Oil Facts

  1. Raspberry Seed Oil is rich in Ellagic acid which reduces the destruction of collagen as well as protects against Ultraviolet sun damage. [1] Ellagic acid is also a moisture sealant.
  2. Raspberry Seed Oil contains collagen-building Salicylic Acid.
  3. Raspberry seed Oil also contains a high amount of Omega-6 and Omega-3 essential fatty acids.
  4. Raspberry Seed Oil has been shown to reduce the destruction of collagen as well as protect against Ultraviolet damage from the sun. Raspberry Seed Oil contains phytosterols that promote new collagen production.
  5. Red Raspberry oil has a high Vitamin E content. Vitamin E reduces skin damage and removes free radicals that contribute to skin aging.

Waterless Skincare

Kat Burki Power Trio Radiance Oil is also a waterless product. Yet it retains moisture without diluting the ingredients.

Water is usually at the beginning of the ingredient list- most of the time making up almost 70 to 80% of the formula. Cutting water from the formulation actually creates a more hydrating product because it won’t interfere with our skin’s natural sebum protective barrier.

The Experience

Kat Burki Power Trio Radiance Oil spreads well. It leaves skin with a non-sticky, non-greasy glow. It seals in skincare products without pilling. 

Just a few drops cover the face, throat, and upper decolletage.

Read More

Find out more about Kat Burki Power Trio Radiance Oil, read our Raspberries to the Rescue: Kat Burki Power Trio Radiance Oil

References

  1. Bae JY, Choi JS, Kang SW, Lee YJ, Park J, Kang YH. Dietary compound ellagic acid alleviates skin wrinkle and inflammation induced by UV-B irradiation. Exp Dermatol. 2010;19(8):e182-e190. doi:10.1111/j.1600-0625.2009.01044.x

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Volto Urbano Moisturizing Blue Oil How to Fight Skin Stress

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REVIEW: Volto Urbano Moisturizing Blue Oil How to Fight Skin Stress

Environmental stressors accelerate skin aging. So we are excited about Volto Urbano, an innovative brand with skincare formulations based on peer-reviewed research. The result is barrier-repairing, restorative skin care that combats external aging factors. Today we look at Volto Urbano Moisturizing Blue Oil, a K-Beauty philosophy wonder invented stateside. This lightweight, restorative, go-to oil packed with skin-enhancing goodness.

Moisturizing Blue Oil is a natural shade of translucent lapis blue

Moisturizing Blue Oil is a natural shade of translucent lapis blue

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

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

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

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

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

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

But you can fight back.

Finding the Right Skincare For Your Environment

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

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

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

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

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

The Experience

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

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

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

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

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

the Ingredients

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

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

Helianthus Annuus

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

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

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

Safflower

Carthamus tinctorius

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

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

Aleurites moluccana

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

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

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

Borage flower

Borago officinalis

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

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

Amyris Bark

Amyris balsamifera

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

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

citrus aurantium dulcis

Citrus aurantium dulcis is orange peel oil.

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

Orange Oil and Orange peel glossary definitions on StyleChicks.com

Orange peel oil

Clove flower and leaf

eugenia caryophyllus

Eugenia caryophyllus is clove leaf oil.

Clove leaf oil can firm the skin.

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

guaiazulene

Guaiazulene comes from Chamomile

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

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

lavandula hybrida

Lavender

Lavandula hybrida is lavender oil.

Lavender Oil softens and conditions the skin.

Lavender’s anti-microbial and anti-bacterial properties keep skin healthy. It has soothing properties to calm any imbalances such as inflammation or dry skin flaking.

The linalyl acetate in lavender enhances cell growth in the skin.

tocopherol

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

Evening Primrose

Evening Primrose Oil

Oenothera biennis is evening primrose oil.

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

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

tetrahexyldecyl ascorbate

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

Olea Europaea

Olives

Olea Europaea is olive oil unsaponifiables.

Olive Oil moisturizes but won’t clog pores. It has skin enhancing Omega-3s and polyphenols.

Linoleic acid has an anti-inflammatory effect on the skin.

Olive Oil within a formulation removes the greasy feel of direct application.

tocopheryl acetate

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

Rosa Canina

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

Rosehips

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

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

Jojoba Oil

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

Jojoba Seeds

Jojoba Seeds

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

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

C13-15 alkane

C13-15 alkane is a silky, softening emollient.

Grapeseed Oil Extract kills bacteria while softening skin

Grapeseed Oil restores and softens skin

Vitis Vinifera

Vitis vinifera is grape seed oil.

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

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

About Volto Urbano

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

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

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

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

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

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

WHERE TO BUY IT

Find Volto Urbano Moisturizing Blue Oil at Volto Urbano and Amazon

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

QUESTIONS?
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references

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

ABOUT THIS POST

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

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EmerginC Hydra-Repair Intensive Topical Infusion Capsules Product Review.

EmerginC hydra-repair intensive topical infusion Capsules are a highly effective “skin reset button” on overzealous Retin-A, aHA, or other topical actives use. Packed with hydrating, non-greasy goodness, use it alone or mixed into your moisturizer to instantly restore skin.

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EmerginC Hydra-Repair Intensive Topical Infusion Capsules

WHAT Are EmerginC Hydra-Repair Intensive Topical Infusion Capsules?

An intensive skin hydration treatment, delivered in precise doses kept fresh until use in forty capsules per jar.

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WHAT Do EmerginC Hydra-Repair Intensive Topical Infusion Capsules do for skin?

Cold temperatures and forced indoor heat rapidly dehydrate the skin. So can over-zealous peels or topicals.

Restore skin quickly with EmerginC hydra-repair intensive topical infusion capsules. These ingenious ampoule capsules are filled with the perfect pre-measured doses.

How to Best Use EmerginC Hydra-Repair Intensive Topical Infusion Capsules

  • Mix the contents of one capsule with your moisturizer for an emergency skin rescue after sunburn, wind, cold, and chill.
  • apply one capsule of contents directly to the face and throat for a dry skin beauty emergency.
  • It is a go-to staple for general skin moisture maintenance for the chronically dry-skinned.

EmerginC Hydra-Repair Intensive Topical Infusion Capsules

What we Love about EmerginC Hydra-Repair Intensive Topical Infusion Capsules: The Benefits

  • This non-greasy formulation works as both an immediate skin-rescue product and functions as a pre-emptive treatment to keep chronically dry skin supple.
  • It works applied directly or mixed into our favorite moisturizer.

I love being able to use a capsule whenever I want to look instantly smoother and need a non-greasy boost of hydration.

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Don’t underestimate these capsules because of their pretty packaging: this is pure Cosmeceutical Skincare

THE EmerginC Hydra-Repair Intensive Topical Infusion Capsules EXPERIENCE

Twist off the top of the capsule “head” and squeeze the contents into a dose of moisturizer or apply the contents directly to the face and throat.

Post EmerginC Hydra-Repair Intensive Topical Infusion Capsule contents. One capsule was enough for face, throat, lips and a bit extra for hands.

Capsule contents. One capsule was enough for face, throat, lips and a just bit extra for hands.

CONSISTENCY & APPLICATION

Since it contains rich oils, I thought the application might be messy.

The capsule contents are thicker than oil, something of a liquidy honey consistency. So I expected it to be too stiff to spread easily on the skin.

But it smoothly and immediately sank into my skin. And the finish was not at all oily or sticky even when applied directly.

Massaging it into the face and throat feels relaxing and spa-like. It helps everything:

  • chronically dry lips
  • eleven lines
  • undereye dryness.

EmerginC Hydra-Repair Intensive Topical Infusion capsule form makes this rich treatment portable for beauty emergencies.

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Capsules are portable for travel or on-the-go skin replenishing.

Each EmerginC Hydra-Repair Intensive Topical Infusion Capsule holds just the right dose to treat face and throat.  A highly effective “skin reset button” on overzealous Retin-A, aHA, or other topical actives use.

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Each EmerginC Hydra-Repair Intensive Topical Infusion Capsule holds just the right dose to treat face and throat.

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

Active Ingredients

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Avocado Oil

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Avocado

What are the skincare benefits of Avocado Oil?

  • It hydrates like natural skin sebum and improves skin elasticity.
  • It contains Chlorophyll, an antioxidant that protects from premature aging.
  • Rich in fatty acids Omega 3 and 6, it strengthens the skin lipid barrier.
  • Vitamins C, D, and E, Avocado Oil promotes wound healing and collagen production [1] without clogging pores.
  • Avocado oil also contains oleic acid, a fatty acid that reduces inflammation and redness while fighting wrinkles.
  • Unlike other fatty oils that stay on the skin surface, Avocado absorbs into the skin for better hydration potential.

Tocopheryl Acetate (Vitamin E)

Tocopheryl Acetate is Vitamin E.

E makes damaged skin soft and pliable again while reducing wrinkle formation.

Ceramide-3

Ceramides are fatty acids that hold cells together to protect the epidermis.

What are the skincare benefits of Ceramides?

Ceramides create a wonderful protective barrier layer. They hold in moisture and plump the skin.
Natural ceramides deplete with age. Even younger skin loses ceramides when using harsh cleansers or drying skincare products.

Ceramide 3 keeps skin hydrated without being greasy.

Ceramide 3 is often used as a moisturizing ingredient. This enhances the smooth product finish while repairing the skin barrier.

Vitamin A (Retinyl Palmitate)

An antioxidant found naturally in our skin. It is a less potent form of retinoid that the skin converts.

Vitamin A (Retinyl Palmitate) is a natural form of Vitamin A that helps with wrinkles and fine lines.

It also boosts collagen production to make skin look younger and plumper. It promotes cell regeneration.

Also

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Sunflower

Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil

Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil is Sunflower Seed Oil.

What are the benefits of Sunflower Seed Oil?

  • it retains moisture in the skin and functions as a lipid buffer against drying ingredients or topical medicines [2].
  • Linoleic acid gives sunflower seed oil anti-inflammatory and hydrating properties.
  • Sunflower Oil is non-comedogenic and can safely moisturize acne-prone areas.
  • It soothes eczema, scarring, redness, and irritation.
  • A helpful anti-aging ingredient because it contains antioxidants Vitamins A, C and E. As a result, the wrinkles and fine lines are diminished and the skin gets a youthful and radiant complexion.
  • Other nutrients found include elastin producing Copper plus Palmitic acid, Omega-6 fatty acids, Iron, Calcium and Zinc.

It extendedly smoothes and hydrates.

Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride

Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride is one of the cleanest ingredients with no reported toxicity, it is safe enough to be food grade.

Capric Triglyceride naturally occurs in palm kernel or coconut oil.

It is a mixed ester composed of caprylic and capric fatty acids attached to glycerin. Caprylic/capric triglyceride is a natural skin replenishing emollient that creates a barrier on the skin’s surface, which helps to reduce skin dryness by decreasing the loss of moisture. [3] It can make greasy ingredients leave a non-greasy finish. A gentle ingredient.

Caprylic/capric triglyceride creates a barrier on the skin’s surface to reduce moisture loss and address dryness.

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EmerginC Hydra-Repair Intensive Topical Infusion Capsules are filled with hydrating and repairing ingredients with no junky fillers or unnecessary additives.

About the Brand EmerginC

emerginC

EmerginC Cosmeceuticals is a cosmeceutical-grade skin care range suitable for a variety skin types. emerginC combines natural yet powerful ingredients into scientifically savvy formulations. The results are outstanding.

Every EmerginC product we have tried to date has impressed us.

Where to Find EmerginC Hydra-Repair Intensive Topical Infusion Capsules

Find EmerginC Hydra-Repair Intensive Topical Infusion Capsules at EmerginC

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QUESTIONS?
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References

  1. 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:10.1155/2013/4723
  2. Loden M, Andersson AC. “Effect of topically applied lipids on surfactant-irritated skin. “Br J Dermatol. 1996;134(2):215-20.
  3. Food and Chemical Toxicology, January 2000, issue 1, pages 79-96

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