30 June 2011 / San Rafael, California:
Precious vegetable oils and butters are some of the most
nourishing ingredients you can use on your skin–and yes, these are wonderful
for oily skin, too! Whether an oil imbalance is due to genetics, hormones, or
over-compensation due to excessive dryness, skin finds equilibrium and glows
with radiant luminosity when treated with the right synergy of oils in a facial
oil or serum. Vegetable oils have many attributes, often providing
anti-bacterial and anti-inflammatory protection, even helping to prevent
scarring.
It is a misconception that oil should not be used on oily skin.
Skin that produces excess oil can be balanced with the right products, including
oils. Oily skin may have patches of dry areas which are more susceptible to
infection, inflammation, scarring, and breakdown of normal vital cell processes.
Oils and fatty extracts such as Pomegranate Seed, Calophyllum Inophyllum,
Raspberry Seed, Kendi, Argan, Marula, Millet Seed, and Rose Hip nourish the skin
with protective and restorative anti-oxidants and nourishing omega fatty acids.
The sebum-regulating and anti-bacterial extracts of
Copaifera officinalis
(balsam copaiba) resin,
Carapa guaianensis
(andiroba) seed oil, and
Euterpe oleracea
(acai) pulp oil create balance and even protect the skin
from specific blemish-causing bacteria. One of our most effective ingredient
combinations for oily/acneprone skin, this certified organic Brazilian complex
is a potent natural anti-acne active that can be applied in cosmetic
formulations (cleansers, crèmes, lotions, and serums) in a concentration of
1-1.5%. At this percentage, it is a 5-alpha reductase redactor, significantly
reducing oil-producing and comedolitytic activity, while maintaining moisture
and bringing balance to skin.
Our premier stock products (for spas, estheticians, and private
label) include several effective oils and serums for special treatments.
Facial Treatment Oil for Sensitive Skin [PRIMA FLEUR No. 1207] and Purifying Facial
Treatment Oil [PRIMA FLEUR No. 1206] are two
products we call “luxury in a bottle.” These skin treatment products contain
precious fresh vegetable oils such as Rose Hip, Seabuckthorn, Borage, Helio
Carrot, Squalane, Hazelnut, and Almond. Omega-3 and Omega-6 fatty acids enrich
the oils for optimal nourishment and relief from dryness and irritation.
