Why Skin Care Ingredients Matter
When it comes to food, most of us are very conscious about using healthy ingredients. But what about the products we put on our skin? We may not always think about the ingredients in our lotions, cleansers, and moisturizers, but what we use on our body is just as important as what we put in it.
Here’s why it is important to choose skincare with clean ingredients.
From the Outside In
Most of what you put on our skin is absorbed into our bodies. This means that any harmful ingredients in skincare products can potentially damage skin and could even put toxins into the bloodstream. Stay on the lookout for some cleansers that may include ingredients such as petroleum and paraffins that contain toxins and can clog pores.
A safe alternative is an exfoliating green algae Luminous Gel Oil Cleanser, made with organic ingredients including avocado oil to calm and hydrate skin.
Wash your face and exfoliate your skin.
Getting your light look starts with a clean surface. Wash your face removing dirt and oils.
This cleansing process will leave your skin both radiant and luminous.
Allergens and Sensitivities
Skin care products can contain allergens, so you’ll want to take note if certain products cause itching or rashes. Even if you don’t have allergic reactions, your skin may still be sensitive to common skin care ingredients, especially if there is some sort of acid present. Your best bet is to go with skin care that’s considered clean beauty.
Clean Beauty
A clean beauty product is anything that doesn’t contain harmful ingredients that are commonly found in skin care products, like parabens, phthalates, PEG derivatives, and artificial colors and fragrances. Usually clean beauty contains ingredients that are naturally derived. Radiance C+E, for example, uses vitamin C and E and raspberry cell extract to visibly reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles.
For moisturizing and hydrating skin, Moisture Lock Day Cream and Moisture Activating Serum uses a formula made with botanical ingredients, including cactus extract, muscadine grape, Lotus Japonicus, and Schisandra Chinensis. The best thing about clean beauty is that it prioritizes not only the look but also the health of your skin.
It’s time to clean up your skincare routine with products that use safe ingredients. If you need some ideas, our whole YOUTH® line is FREE of over 2,500 harmful chemicals and questionable ingredients commonly found in skincare products.
And remember—skincare ingredients matter because your health matters the most.
Moisturize your skin.
Use a moisturizer to hydrate your skin from the outside in. You may also reapply moisturizer throughout the day continuing to nourish your skin and protect from substantial UV exposure.
