Natural: the New Black
How to Upgrade Your Beauty Routine to Natural — and Still Get Results
Thursday, November 12, 2015 — A healthy diet and regular exercise may top the list of wellness essentials, however the body’s largest organ—the skin—also needs daily attention with the right products to get glowing.
Natural is the new beauty buzzword — a growing trend towards nature-based skincare, inspiring many to toss out toxin-laden in favour of mostly chemical-free. Why? What we put on our skin has been found to go within[1]. From parabens to sulfates, petrochemicals to synthetic fragrances, when applied to the skin these are known to directly enter the bloodstream, potentially causing ill effects on the body.
While selecting good-for-you ingredients is a step in the right direction, choosing nature-derived, skin-nourishing formulas that have proven results is key.
Here's a guide to how from Australia's multi award-winning skincare range, Qsilica:
The Ultimate Natural Beauty Mineral: Skin Essential Silica
One of the most renowned natural topical and internal beauty ingredients is silica.
An essential mineral[1] for healthy skin and bones, as well as connective tissue, the body’s silica stores deplete as you age. Supporting your intake of this nutrient through diet, supplementation and topical skin products encourages healthy growth and functioning of skin, as well as hair, nails and connective tissue. Naturally found in quartz crystal, silica is a natural daily support for skin elasticity and smoothness that gives you a fresh, youthful glow.
With an inside and out approach to beauty, it’s this hero ingredient that is the foundation of one of Australia’s own award-winning, nature-based skincare and vitamin supplement brands – Qsilica.
Ingredients Backed by Science, Inspired by Nature
Qsilica skincare also achieves its rejuvenating benefits through a high percentage of natural, botanical and nutrient-rich ingredients, as well as skin-loving natural actives, organic extracts and aromas. These include:
• Australian sandalwood oil;
• Jojoba;
• Cucumber;
• Shea butter;
• Macadamia oil;
• Lavender seed oil;
• Avocado oil;
• Sweet almond oil;
• Lime oil;
• Rosehip.
All Qsilica skincare and supplements are Australian made from premium ingredients sourced globally. Each is vegetarian-friendly, with no animal ingredients or animal testing. The range does not contain parabens, sulphates, petrochemicals, artificial colours or synthetic fragrances.
RESCUE Paw Paw Ointment $8.95 RRP
This all-natural multipurpose balm deeply nourishes, soothes and conditions dry skin and moisturises chapped lips. Qsilica PAW PAW RESCUE Ointment combines fermented Paw Paw extract in a soothing base that includes mineral silica, shea butter, beeswax, macadamia oil, and calendula extract. This rich, hydrating balm protects and seals in moisture and uses only 100 percent naturally derived ingredients without the addition of petrochemicals, parabens, or artificial colours or fragrances.
Winner 'Skin Saviour Award' at the UK's Janey Loves 2015 Platinum Awards and voted 'Best Lip Balm' at the UK's Beauty Shortlist 2014 Awards.
REMOVE Makeup & Grime Cleansing Gel $19.95 RRP
This foaming cleansing gel uses natural sugar and coconut extracts to gently remove impurities, while jojoba seed oil helps remove excess oils to balance the skin's natural oil production. REMOVE Makeup & Grime Cleansing Gel helps the skin to feel fresh and toned, ready for moisturising.
Winner of 'Best Cleanser' in the Nature and Health Natural Beauty Awards 2015, and Voted 'Overall Winner' in the UK's FreeFrom Skin Care Awards 2012.
REVIVE Nutrient Boost Face & Neck Moisturiser $24.95 RRP
An everyday essential for day-long hydration, the facial moisturiser delivers nutrients to boost skin radiance and vitality. Natural Vitamin A (from coconut) gently clarifies and protects the skin. Vitamin E from sunflower oil and macadamia oil, provides antioxidants and restores the skin's moisture levels while reducing the appearance of facial lines and wrinkles. The mineral silica in REVIVE Nutrient Boost Face & Neck Moisturiser leaves skin silky smooth and gives the appearance of naturally glowing skin.
RESTORE Intensive Facial Oil $29.95 RRP
Combining natural oils selected for concentrated skin therapy, RESTORE Intensive Facial Oil restores radiance to tired, dull skin. Sweet almond oil easily penetrates to restore moisture immediately, Rosehip oil delivers essential fatty acids, vitamins and nutrients to help repair and improve the skin's texture and help smooth wrinkles and fine lines. Vitamins A, E and Coenzyme Q10 are used for their ability to promote smooth skin, visibly fight the signs of ageing, reduce the appearance of UV damage and stimulate healthy collagen production. The goodness of the intensive facial oil penetrates your skin and in combination with silica, promotes youthful and radiant looking skin.
REPAIR Strengthening Hand & Nail Cream $14.95 RRP
Vitamin E, avocado oil and macadamia oil drench hands with rich, velvety goodness to instantly smooth fine lines, deliver effective hydration and help protect against moisture loss. Cocoa seed oil adds deep, aromatic chocolatey notes while moisturising the skin. REPAIR Strengthening Hand & Nail Cream is infused with colloidal silica and leaves hands feeling silky and smooth.
[1] http://www.cdc.gov/niosh/topics/skin
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