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no to Silicones! Do You Really Want a Plastic Bag Covering Your Skin? NaturDermTM is the first company to promote the concept of anti-aging skin care for all ages;they believe cell damage = cell aging. The world of anti-aging skin care is pure science. Sophisticated compounds developed to deliver targeted results require knowledge of the polarity and chemical properties of cells, the combination of the right actives with the proper delivery system, and the placement in the most effective location of the formulation. NaturDermTM believes it is about the method of production to maximize scientific properties, and the use of specific ingredients to produce a desired result. Rather than using multiple ingredients known to produce good effects, they search for the most effective ingredients to deliver specific amplified results. The skin is the largest organ in the body; 1 inch of skin = 20 blood vessels, 65 hairs, 78 heat receptors, 100 oil glands, 165 pressure receptors, 1300 nerve endings and 19.500.000 cells. The functions of the skin include: protection, temperature regulation, sensation, vitamin synthesis, water/cell fluid regulation, immune response, and the elimination of wastes and toxins. Blood is moved from skin tissues to the general circulation every 20 seconds. The skin is a multi-functional living organ and is in a constant state of healing and renewal. NaturDermTM believes it is not possible to receive the benefits of high-tech anti-aging ingredients with products that contain silicone-bases. The majority of skin care products contain silicone-bases. Silicones are plastic based polymers often used as emollients and thickeners. Silicone-based ingredient derivatives number in the hundreds and include: Dimethicone, Simethicone, Cyclopentasiloxane, Cetearyl Methicone, Pilysiloxane and Siloxysilicate, Carbomer, and Carbopol. Silicone-bases are synthesized from plastic. Uses are varied and include cosmetics, hair products, bathroom caulk, auto lubricants, adhesives, aquarium sealants, breast implants, silly putty and stamp resin. Cells are a collection of synchronized integrated mechanisms fueled by enzymes, minerals, vitamins and amino acid proteins to produce the functions required to run the human body. The level to which nutrients are assimilated determines the level of cell function. Effective on dead proteins, such as hair, when applied to the skin silicone-bases leave a residual plastic film that covers the pores of the skin. Upon initial appearance, the skin looks smooth as the plastic polymers fill in the gaps of imperfections on the surface of the skin. This plastic film acts like a plastic bag, and interferes with the absorption of high-tech ingredients and nutrients into the dermis due to limited penetration, as well as the transfer of gases. The skin is in a state of asphyxiation, and is starved for oxygen. The skin is fooled into thinking it is hydrated. When a plant leaf dries from lack of water, it droops and begins to crack. Hydration can only occur when the plant is watered, and the plant absorbs the water. The skin responds the same way. At the cellular level, this plastic barrier begins to affect normal functions of the skin as an organ. Cellular wastes and toxins are excreted thru the tissues of the skin. Now, the skin can no longer “breathe”. If the skin can no longer “breathe”, four of its functions as an organ are impaired. Incapable of eliminating cellular wastes and toxins, the skin re-absorbs the cellular wastes and toxins. The build-up of wastes and toxins increases stress, which in turn trigger the release of substances that increase cytokines. Stress hormones have an internal and external affect on every system in the body, including the skin. Cytokines affect cellular inflammation and cell damage. Cells become congested, dehydrated and bloated with waste that begins to stagnate. Cellular function begins to fail, and supporting skin tissues collapse, which creates changes in blood vessels, and in the lipid, or fat matrix of the skin. To make matters worse, our skin is covered with salt, which is released when we sweat. Salt is alkaline and alters the protective pH mantle of the skin. Bacterial growth increases. Visible signs of aging increase. The skin appears puffy, dull and dehydrated. The consumer applies more product or changes to another product, which if it contains a silicone-base just perpetuates the conditions of dehydration, congestion, toxic build-up and an unhealthy state of skin function. Anti-aging products are so advanced, to fully appreciate their impact a basic level of understanding of the skin is needed. The skin has 3 levels, with multiple layers within each level. The first level, the epidermis has 6 layers. Along with melanocytes, the cells that add pigment to our skin, the basal or deepest layer of the epidermis, is responsible for cell division. It takes about 28 days for the new cells to make the journey to the surface. As we age, this surface layer of dead skin cells becomes hard and compacted. The new skin cells actually only reach the bottom of this hard upper crust of 20-30 layers that increases in depth with age. This is the “stratum corneum”, also called the “horny layer”. This hard layer can only be removed by microdermabrasion, ultrasound, chemicals, laser, or by surgical blade. The basis of a chemical peel, and microdermabrasion is the creation of what the skin sees as trauma. The result is a wound-healing response, which causes tissue regeneration and an improved skin appearance. Chemical peels performed by estheticians are directed at layers within the epidermis. Microdermabrasion creams are the only method safe for home use, and for all skin types. The epidermis also contains cells called “keratinocytes” that produce keratin, a water insoluble protein that hardens structures. The hardened cells, or “corneocytes” make-up 75% of the epidermis, and give the “stratum corneum” its name. When this hard layer is removed on a regular basis younger cells flood to surface, and ingredients are delivered to deeper tissues. Most skin care products affect the epidermis alone. To really impact and improve the skin a product must also impact the dermis, or the second level of skin, which also contains multiple layers. Physicians alone can perform chemical peels to the epidermal-dermal junction and below. Aging of the skin, although visible from the epidermis, happens here. This is the land of anti-aging product impact. This is where the scientific ingredient breakthroughs, such as in NaturdermxTM and ChrysalyxTM, are designed to work. All toning, or firming with lasting results occurs in the dermal layer. NaturDermTM products are designed to work on both the epidermal and dermal layers of the skin. This photo shows two cross-sections of skin. Photo A is the before photo. The large, white dead compacted layers of the “stratum corneum or horny layer” of the epidermis are visible sitting on top of the thin dark line of the basal layer of the epidermis where cell division occurs.  The
papillary dermis is the deeper colored section with projections in
Photo A. Made of millions of cells of connective tissue the dermis
contains, macrophages, Merkel cells, Langerhans cells, mast cells,
blood vessels, sebaceous glands, hair shafts and roots, hormone
receptors, sweat and sebaceous glands, lymph vessels, nerve endings,
and fibroblasts that form elastin and collagen. The dermis supports and
nourishes the epidermis. Together they work as a system and make up 90%
of the skin mass. Photo “A” shows the deeper purple
middle
level of the
dermis. Photo “B” shows the results of dermal
thickening
due to
increased collagen and elastin production. Collagen and elastin are
complex proteins that hold and release water. They are responsible for
the structure of the skin. Damage to collagen and elastin occurs from
cell damage. The weak, fragile fibers no longer support the structure
of the skin and the dermal layer collapses. The third layer of skin is
the hypodermis and contains subcutaneous tissue, lymph ducts and blood
vessels. It acts as a protection from trauma and insulates the body. If
you impact the epidermis, you impact the dermis. Robert Schwartz, MD, MPH, Professor and Head of Dermatology, Professor of Medicine, Professor of Pediatrics, Professor of Pathology, and Professor of Preventive Medicine and Community Health, UMDNJ-New Jersey Medical School said the following in his article titled, "Cosmeceuticals" (web MD). The following are quotes from the article Dr. Schwartz co-authored with Santiago Centurion, MD and Cristina Solis, RN. Dr. Schwartz states, " Cosmeceuticals represent a marriage between cosmetics and pharmaceuticals. Like cosmetics, cosmeceuticals are topically applied, but they contain ingredients that influence the biological function of the skin." "Retinoids are possibly the most prevalent cosmeceuticals on the market. Retinoids are vitamin A derivatives present in all living organisms either as preformed vitamin A or as carotenoids. Vitamin A (Retinol) is the prototype of all other retinoids and is necessary for proper growth, bone development, and integrity of mucosal and epithelial surfaces." "Since then, vitamin A and its derivatives have been useful in the treatment of many skin disorders, including ichthyosis, acne, and psoriasis." "Vitamin A and its derivatives have 2 main functions: they act as antioxidants, and they activate specific genes and proteins. Vitamin A also exerts a hormone-like effect on the skin, activating specific genes through nuclear receptors." "Histologically vitamin A and its derivatives induce epidermal thickening, increase mitoses, differentiate keratinocytes, and reduce the number of sebocytes. The dermis shows increased amounts of glycosaminoglycans (GAG's) and anchoring fibrils. Structural changes underlying the cosmetic benefits include correction of epidermal atrophy, deposition of new collagen, generation of new vessels, and enhancement of mitogenesis." "Vitamin C (L-ascorbic acid) is essential for life." "Vitamin C has been used effectively to stimulate collagen repair, thus diminishing the effects of photoaging on the skin. However, vitamin C is easily degraded by heat and light, which along with its high acidity, presents certain challenges for use in a multipurpose skin care formulation." "Vitamin E (alpha-tocopherol) is the major lipophilic antioxidant in plasma, membranes and tissue. The term vitamin E collectively refers to 8 naturally occuring molecules (4 tocopherols and 4 tocotrienols), all of which exhibit vitamin E activity." "Vitamin E topically applied before UV radiation has been shown to reduce erythema, edema, sunburn cells, immunosuppression caused by sunlight, and DNA adduct formation." "Alpha Lipoic Acid is a unique free radical protector. It is fat and water soluble. Once Lipoic Acid crossses the cell membrane it is broken down into dihydrofolic acid, which is also an antioxidant. Alpha Lipoic Acid also recycles other key antioxidants, such as vitamin C, vitamin E and glutathione." "Topical preparations containing dimethylaminoethanol (DMAE) have been touted for their ability to improve skin firmness and to lift sagging skin." "DMAE is able to diminish the cross-linking of proteins that occurs during aging, probably acting as a free-radical scavenger." "Hyaluronic Acid (HA), or hyaluronan, is the prototype of all other GAGS. Studies have demonstrated that decreased amounts are present in aged skin and that topically applied HA accelerates wound repair. Other studies have noted epidermal regeneration after the application of low molecular weight HA." "Resveratrol and polydatins are glucopyransosides found in many fruits and vegetables, the highest concentrations being found in grape skins, which synthesize these compounds in response to exposure to UV-A and UV-B and fungal pathogens. Biologic activities of these glucopyranosides include potent free radical scavenging activity, with cardioprotection and neuroprotection and inhibition of lipid peroxidation simiar to that seen with vitamins C and E." "Polyphenolic compounds (eg, catechins, flavonols, thioflavins, thearubigins), also know as epicatechins, are antioxidant in nature. These compounds, tested against human keratinocyte cells stressed by UV-B irradiation, showed high antioxidative properties." "One of the major and most chemopreventive consituents responsible for the biochemical or pharmacologic effects is -epigallocatechin-3-gallate (EGCG), found in green tea." We just know for the first time our skin feels like it can breathe. NaturDerm TM products perform! |
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