structure of skin
How long does a typical cycle of shedding skins cells (desquamation process) take?
28 days
What ingredients does LUSH use to naturally preserve our products? Name at least 3
Clay, butters, honey, agave, sea salt, beeswax, glycerin
what gland(s) produce hormones?
endocrine glands
What is the effect of an antioxidant?
Neutralize free radicals in the skin to improve this skins barrier. Can also help to fade dark spots, even out skin tone and reduce inflammation
Define the dermis and epidermis
Epidermis is the most outer layer of skin, whereas the dermis is the second layer of skin. Key differences: The epidermis is where the Acid Mandle resides, and contains the newest skin cells. The Dermis is made up of blood vessels and nerves.
What is the purpose of preservatives in skincare?
To control bacterial growth in the product
what are some changes to the skin someone taking estrogen may experience?
drier, thinner, more sensitive skin. dullness. face and body hair may be a bit thinner and more sparse.
What ingredients would be beneficial for someone experiencing cystic acne? What ingredients would be advised to stay away from?
Lavender, tea tree, rosemary, light oils (jojoba, coconut, sweet almond) Chemical exfoliants such as citrus are great. Stay away from physical exfoliants
Define the Acid Mantle
An environment on the epidermis comprised of sebum sweat which protects our skin
True or false: Self preserving products contain more water than products with preservatives
False! Self preserving products are often waterless! This was they don't need the addition of parabens in order to control bacterial growth
what are some changes to the skin someone taking testosterone may experience?
skin that feels thicker or more textured, becoming more acne prone due to a surge in sebum production, face and body hair becoming thicker and denser.
What is the difference between a chemical and physical exfoliant? Give examples for both!
Chemical exfoliants eat away at dead skin over time and help with the desquamation process, and physical exfoliants remove dead skin immediately
When does your microbiome develop?
at birth!
What main two preservatives do we use in skincare? Hint: They're parabens
Methylparaben and propylparaben
How is a whitehead formed?
When dead skin cells and sebum clog at the top of a pore
What is a natural alternative to hyaluronic acid?
Glycerin
What is the key purpose of the microbiome?
What is XcellR8?
What factors could impact hormonal acne
Stress, hormonal changes, environmental triggers
What ingredients help with collagen production?
Evening primrose oil, asparagus, vitamin c