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.
