Essential oils obtained from plants actually stimulate the secretion of antibodies, neurotransmitters, endorphins, hormones and enzymes – naturally!
UV damage from sunlight is the single most contributing factor in accelerated skin aging. It causes lipid peroxidation in skin cells, which results in the production of damaging free radicals. Polyphenols, such as EGCG (epigallocatechin gallate) found in green teas are powerful antioxidants that actually help stop this process.
Chamomile in one study was found that it was 60% as active as a topical corticosteroid cream. Corticosteroid creams have been shown to actually thin the skin dermis and make it more susceptible to damage and wrinkling.
Essential oils that are known to be anti-inflammatory for the skin and soothing for those of us who have rosacea, psoriasis or eczema are geranium, blue chamomile, true lavender, myrrh, peppermint and rose.
Alpha hydroxyl natural fruit acids are designed to remove the dead skin cells and thereby stimulating the production of new skin cells.
Research has shown that vitamin C when applied to the skin prevents premature aging, stimulates collagen production and diminishes the appearance of wrinkles.
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