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*Preservatives in skin care make your skin care products safer by keeping your products free of bacteria, yeast, and mould that could potentially harm your skin and even cause infection. However, there are several skin care preservatives that are not safe for skin care and should be avoided.*

The truth is, that without preservatives, most skin care products would last mere days. Not only would we need to constantly replace our cleansers, toners, and moisturizers, but without preservatives, skin care would develop bacteria and mould (which isn’t always visible to the naked eye) that could easily lead to infection if applied the face. Luckily, there are highly effective, gentle preservatives for skin care that won’t harm your face or cause permanent health issues like infection or disease.

*Safe preservatives:*

✅️ Phenoxyethanol – naturally occurring in green tea.
✅️ Ethylhexylglycerin – biodegradable preservative sourced from coconut.
✅️ Benzyl Alcohol – produced naturally by plants and found in a variety of essential oils.
✅️ Pentylene Glycol – natural occurring sugar with broad-spectrum antimicrobial activity.
✅️ Sorbic Acid – naturally derived from tree berries.

_Any product that contains a water element needs a preservative. Some products can have up to 80% water and it is considered a chemical. Thus, rarely you will find a product that is 100% natural and free of preservatives._

⚠️*Good to Know:*⚠️ Parabens are preservatives that are best avoided, as they are known endocrine disruptors.

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New product 🌸

Pure Blossom Micellar Cleansing Water
•All in one: make-up removal, cleansing and toning
•Ideal for removing make-up from eyelash extensions. Suitable for the delicate eye area.
•Cleanses particularly gently, ideal also for sensitive skin.
•Has a toning and moisturizing effect.
•Ideal for quick and deep cleansing of male skin

The multifunctional travel companion. Contact for more information.

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Happy 2021🎉 May this year bring you health, happiness and success.

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Are eye creams just more-expensive moisturizers in a smaller package?

The skin around the eyes are thinner and specialised products for the eye area will spread up and around the eye to where they are needed. Eye creams tend to have a lighter texture and is more easily absorbed by the skin. They also contain active ingredients aimed at the problems we see around the eye area.

The skin around the eyes is more fragile, more prone to dryness, and quicker to show signs of aging and fatigue. Squinting and constant movement of the eyes also accelerate the appearance of lines and wrinkles, and fluids collect under the eyes and cause puffiness and dark circles. Eye creams are specially formulated to target these common concerns.

Now don’t be fooled not all eye creams treat the above. Spend money on a good eye cream, it’s worth it 🤍

Do skincare supplements really work?

YES! Using the correct skincare supplement will leave your skin clearer and glowing from within! Your body needs a balanced supply of nutrients to stay healthy and your skin, which is the largest organ in the human body, is no different. A skin-friendly supplement provides a 360-degree approach to skincare delivering targeted nutrients to the skin that we do not get in topical treatments.

People benefit from supplements because of the variation in genetics, exposure to environmental factors, free radical damage from oxidative stress, exposure to the sun, medical conditions, and overall lifestyle choices. The process of aging and skin damage can be slowed down and even reversed through the appropriate use of skincare supplements.

But not all skincare supplements work or have the best quality ingredients in them! I recommend the QMS Intravital Plus. Collagen Intravital Plus is a supportive nutritional supplement combining QMS’ unique collagen, multifunctional antioxidants and a highly effective multi-vitamin complex B, C & E.

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Sugar and Skin

Yes we all do overindulge but what is all the excess sugar doing to our skin?

• Sugar is a huge culprit in accelerating the aging process.
• It causes dehydration, aggravates inflammation, and overall leaves the skin look dull and aged.
• When we eat excessive simple sugars, insulin levels spike and the rise in insulin increases activity in oil glands and inflammation.
• A sugary diet creates the perfect environment for acne to thrive. Despite increasing inflammation and oil production it also suppresses our immune system and leaves you vulnerable to acne-causing bacteria lurking on your skin.
• Inflammation also increases acne breakouts and flare ups of skin irritations such as eczema, psoriasis, and rosacea.
• Eating high glycaemic foods such as cakes, chocolates, sugary drinks, and wine, increase the breakdown of collagen in a process called glycation.

Your new best friend- Exfoliators!
Exfoliating is one of the most if not the most important item to add into your skincare routine.

Fruit acid based exfoliators are the most effective. My two favourite are the Active Exfoliants and the Fruit Acid Peel. They are both very effective with no downtime or photosensitivity.

Below are just a few of the benefits:
• Improves collagen and elastin production – wrinkles and fine lines diminished.
• Improves hyaluronic acid production – skin is more moisturized and glowing
• Improves hyperpigmentation and dark spots
• Decongests the pores and refines rough skin texture.
• Prepares skin for pe*******on of products: ingredients pe*****te deeper and faster for better results.
• Smooth, glowing, even, firm skin.

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