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Ginseng WHAT IT DOES: Super high in vitamins, ginseng uses powerful antioxidant properties to revitalise the skin. It is often found in creams or serums, and helps reduce the appearance of fine lines and dark spots. HOW IT WORKS: With a focus on the production of collagen and circulation, the vitamins in ginseng help revitalise […]
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Ferulic Acid WHAT IT DOES: One of the most effective ingredients for anti-ageing, ferulic acid is an all-rounder worthy of your top shelf. When combined with other ingredients, most notably Vitamins C and E and retinol, it helps stabilise and get the most out of free radical-fighting benefits. HOW IT WORKS: Helping to stabilise Vitamins […]
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EGF Epidermal Growth Factors WHAT IT DOES: EGFs, or epidermal growth factors can be sourced from plants and yeast, but the best source is from humans. EGFs stimulate the proliferation of epidermal cells, resulting in wonderful wound-healing properties. HOW IT WORKS: EGFs are present in many serums, boosters, masks and creams and their use has […]
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Dimethicone WHAT IT DOES: A commonly used ingredient, dimethicone is a silicon-based polymer which is added to a number of common products including primers and hair conditioners. It gives products a slippery feeling and allows them to be applied more easily. HOW IT WORKS: Dimethicone works to prevent water-loss by forming a hydrating barrier between […]
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Caffeine WHAT IT DOES: Just like a cup of coffee, caffeine helps wake our skin up, and works to firm, brighten and tighten. Often used in eye products, caffeine can help reduce puffiness in the delicate under-eye area. HOW IT WORKS: Caffeine’s circulation-boosting properties allow it to help restore clarity and brightness to the skin’s […]
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Bellis Perennis (Daisy Flower Extract) WHAT IT DOES: Containing L-arbutin, Daisy flower extract is a compound best known for helping with existing pigmentation problems. L-arbutin helps to lighten skin, which in turn allows it to fight away pigmentation. HOW IT WORKS: L-arbutin helps lightens the skin by interfering with pathways that lead to the formation […]
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Allantoin WHAT IT DOES: Allantoin is a soothing ingredient that protects the skin. It is extracted from the comfrey plant’s root, and is often used in waxes. Allantoin is also a keratolytic agent, or a gentle exfoliant, meaning it’s great for smoothing and buffing sensitive skin. HOW IT WORKS: Allantoin essentially smooths and softens the […]
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VOGUE Italia · The Skincare Tips of Melanie Grant
From diet for the skin to face lifting effect massage: the advice of Melanie Grant, facialist of celebs, including Victoria Beckham, who is “obsessed with skincare” Skin care for Melanie Grant is serious business, but it’s also a very simple thing. “One of the most widespread prejudices related to skincare is that it must be […]
