7 BENEFITS OF USING NATURAL SKINCARE PRODUCTS

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We have been in the skincare industry for many years. We are extremely excited to launch our business online and post our first blog!

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We Polled Our Clients

I recently polled several Dermanica clients for topics they were most interested in – to share with everyone.

The overwhelming feedback is to focus on the following questions:

Why should we use natural skincare products?

What is the difference between natural products and other commercially available products? and

What is the latest thinking regarding skincare and the environment?

Thank you for your questions and your interest in these topics. Natural skincare and protecting the environment is near and dear to my heart!

Please read on while I attempt to address these questions.

Caring for Your Skin

The first thing that people notice about YOU is your skin. As a result, it is especially important how you care for your skin.

Your overall routine and approach to your lifestyle is critical.Not just the quality and use of your skin care products, but also your nutrition and self-care habits.It is a "whole life" approach to healthy skin.From what you eat, how much sleep you get, staying hydrated and your skincare routine, all these things make a difference for healthy, younger looking skin. Remember that beautiful skin comes from within!

In this and our future blogs, we will share:

fundamental information that promotes healthy skin & a healthy body,

tips on how to take care of your skin to help you delay the aging process and

prevent and manage various skin issues.

Knowledge is power. The more you learn what creates healthy, glowing skin, the more you take control of how you look and feel about yourself.

Our goal is to provide you with information, products and services to nurture a more confident YOU!

Here are the main topics that we will cover:

• Benefits of using natural skin care products,

• Skin science,

• How to take care of your skin,

• How to postpone the skin aging process,

• Dermanica skin care products and they relate to the above important topics plus

• General health, wellness and lifestyle tips and recommendations

• And much more

Let's Start at the Beginning

Benefits of Using Natural Skin Care Products

There are many benefits of using natural and organic skin care products.I have listed a few, that in my opinion, are the most important factors to promote healthy skin:

Chemical Free

I'm sure you are aware that our skin is the biggest organ in the body.Sixty percent (60%) of what we put on our skin is quickly absorbed into the bloodstream.

Every day, our bodies are exposed to hundreds of toxins from air, water, food, and the environment. These toxins put a strain on our health, particularly on our immune system.

Some of those toxins we can control and some of them we can't control.

Did you know, that in the US, over 10,000 industrial chemicals are used in personal care products?

And, on top of this, the majority of these products have never been tested for safety!

And, astonishingly, only 9 are banned or restricted by the FDA Administration. https://www.ewg.org/news-and-analysis/2019/03/cosmetics-safety-us-trails-more-40-nations

According to study by Environmental Working Group (EWG), American women, on average use as many as 12 personal care products exposing themselves to hundreds of chemicals every day. Those synthetic ingredients end up inside our bodies, in breast milk and in our babies.

Additionally, those toxins pollute the environment and add up to our heavy daily load of chemical exposure from air, water, food and other consumer products.

Studies showed that many of those chemicals are hazardous to our health and are linked to cancer, allergies, hormone disruption and reproductive harm.

Click here to get the list of the top harmful chemicals to avoid when shopping for skin care products

https://environmentaldefence.ca/toxicten/

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In the Past and Fast Forward to Today

Twenty years ago, I remember that not many people had heard about natural skin care.

Nobody questioned the safety of chemical ingredients used in mass-produced skin products mainly because there were no other options or alternatives at that time.

Fortunately, since then the market has changed.

Today, many people are concerned and aware of the harmful side effects of synthetically derived components and prefer natural and organic ingredients that come from natural sources.

Why put more toxins into our body from synthetic products if we can choose healthier, cleaner, and natural products that do not cause any side effects?

If you care about your skin, your health, and the planet you live in, choosing organic and natural skincare products should be a priority.

Organic products contain high quality active & natural ingredients

For thousands of years traditional medicine has used natural ingredients such as herbs, plant extracts, natural oils to care for, and heal, common skin issues.https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/20626172/

Many natural ingredients such as aloe vera, coconut oil, shea butter or botanical extracts and oils contained in almonds, argan, jojoba, hemp are known to heal, nourish and rejuvenate skin.

Many studies have shown that botanical ingredients are rich in antioxidants, vitamins and other active components that are used not only for skin needs and anti-aging effects, but also for prevention and management of various skin disorders.

Here are just few examples of some botanical ingredients that may help:

-Aloe vera and colloidal oatmeal have been beneficial in the treatment of atopic dermatitis and psoriasis due to their calming, healing, and anti-inflammatory properties. https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/20509719/

-Jojoba, argan, avocado & coconut oil help with skin rejuvenation have anti-aging properties

-Green tea, licorice, feverfew, oatmeal, lavender, calendula, chamomile, are efficacious in treatment of rosacea

-Mushrooms, feverfew, green tea, licorice, olive oil, soy, and coffee berry have been shown to have antioxidant properties and may play a role in the treatment and prevention of photoaging.https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/25226001/

Using natural, organic products means that there are no hazardous chemicals that may cause skin irritation, sensitivity, or inflammation.Instead, you receive tangible nutritional benefits that will help you keep your skin glowing and healthy.

Environmentally Friendly

Natural and organic skin products use naturally grown and produced ingredients, like herbal and botanical extracts. These products do not contain harsh and toxic chemicals, nor do they cause harmful pollution on the planet.

However, mainstream skin care and cosmetics used in huge quantities throughout the world are released into the environment and pose a threat to ecosystem and human health.

https://www.researchgate.net/publication/315790334_Cosmetic_Ingredients_as_Emerging_Pollutants_of_Environmental_and_Health_Concern_A_Mini-Reviev

The adverse ecological effect of some ingredients in personal care products have been well documented, for example:

-UV filters - sunscreens are causing marine pollution and may be devastating for the health of coral reefs https://link.springer.com/article/10.1007/s00244-015-0227-7?wt_mc=Affiliate.CommissionJunction.Authors.3.EPR1089.DeepLink

-Parabens – preservatives linked to human and ecological harm. Parabens have been found in 99% tested samples from breast cancer patientshttps://www.alternativesjournal.ca/community/blogs/sustainable-aj/problems-parabens

-Triclosan - an antibacterial and antifungal agent present in some consumer products, including toothpaste, soaps, detergents, toys, and surgical cleaning treatments) and

-microplastics - in cosmetics, "microplastic" refers to all types of tiny plastic particles, smaller than 5mm, that are intentionally added to personal care products. They are often used as cheap fillers.

Making the switch to natural or organic will not only take better care of your skin but also the planet you live in.

Suitable for sensitive skin

Sensitive skin syndrome is a common and challenging condition characterized by facial irritation, burning, itching and stinging sensations after application of skin care products.

People with sensitive skin may have a strong reaction to chemicals, such as propylene glycol, parabens, alcohol, alpha hydroxyl acids, fragrances and other synthetic ingredients present in products that come into contact with skin.

Some natural ingredients such as colloidal oatmeal, shea butter or calendula, comfrey or coconut oil present in natural and organic formulations may help with the symptoms and condition.

May help in healing skin damage

Naturally derived products have a long history of use in healing skin damage, including wound care and scarring.

Numerous studies have been performed using botanical extracts that may contain variety helpful substances such as antioxidants, phytonutrients, anti-inflammatory and antibacterial agents that may help with epithelialization and collagen formation.

No Artificial fragrances

There are over 3,000 fragrance ingredients used in our perfumes, facial creams, body lotions, hair products or baby products.

Many of these chemicals are linked to chronic health issues, like asthma, cancer, hormone disruption and reproductive harm.

Choose natural products that are fragrance free or contain low percentage of organic essential oils.

Not tested on animals

Natural and organic products do not need to be tested on animals to ensure that they are safe for human use. They contain natural ingredients that are safe and harmless.

I hope this has helped you understand the benefits of natural and organic skin care products and how they are better for your skin and health.

SUMMARY

There are 7 benefits of using natural skin care products.

Chemical Free

Contain High Quality Active Ingredients, packed with antioxidants, botanical extracts and natural ingredients

Better for our Environment

Suitable for sensitive skin

May Help in Healing Skin Damage

No Artificial Fragrances

Cruelty Free Skin Care Products, Not tested on Animals

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