Cosmeceuticals

Member exclusive Q&A: What’s a cosmeceutical? What’s an active? Part two – categories

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We spent a great deal of time trying to define the idea of “cosmeceutical” and “active” in this post, so let’s get to the next parts of the questions posed in my October Q&A on Patreon. Michelle asked: I am wondering what exactly is considered an ‘active’ ingredient, and if there is a maximum percentage recommended for...

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Member exclusive Q&A: What’s a cosmeceutical? What’s an active? Part one – definitions

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As a note, I started this series on Patreon in late October, but really wanted to add to it over on the new blog, so I’ll be posting the nine parts here over the next week or so… In the October Q&A on Patreon, Michelle asked: I am loving the latest e-zines with all the lovely cosmeceuticals....

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Q&A: Why are we using l-ascorbic acid in an oil based serum? Can it be used with niacinamide?

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In the December Q&A Carol asked: In regards to the Vitamin Packed Facial Serum found in your latest e-zine, if l-ascorbic acid is water soluble, how does it do in an oil serum?  The product I have is about the consistency of sand (not very soft) and I’m trying to find ways to use it up.  Also,...

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Can polyphenols found in oils penetrate our skin?

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Polyphenols are found in our oils in three major ways – flavonoids, lignans, and tannins. They are the structural backbone for most anti-oxidants found in plants. Flavonoids behave as anti-oxidants on our skin and in our bodies by scavenging the free radicals produced at our cell membranes. It is thought (meaning there aren’t enough studies or...

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