The Herbal Youth Oil took a year and a half to formulate. While the Omega Repair Cream was visibly effective in helping to support the skin's moisture barriers, we wanted to create an oil based treatment that would nourish and help retain moisture all throughout the day that was more lightweight.
It's often surprising to people when they realize that our Herbal Youth Oil is better suited than our Omega Repair Cream for Combination or Oily Skin types - as usually facial oils are considered heavier in general. In this case, our Omega Repair Cream is a fatty acid based cream to help rejuvenate fatty acids on skin, while our Herbal Youth Oil is more focused on visibly smoothing out fine lines, enriching the skin with powerful botanical antioxidants and sealing in hydration through the day.
Please see the Usage & Ingredients tab for how to use and ingredient information.
Why Moisturize?
Everyone can benefit from using a moisturizer after cleansing. The key is finding the appropriate moisturizer based on your skin type. Moisturizers seal moisture into the skin, so the effect is hydrating while also inhibiting evaporation. Many moisturizers contain active ingredients that deliver vitamins, minerals, antioxidants and skin supporting compounds to provide therapeutic benefits that sooth, protect and ultimately delay the onset of early aging.
Eye creams are optional, but may be desirable for those with dry or aging skin as a welcome addendum to a moisturizer. Some individuals have very delicate eye areas that are more susceptible to wrinkling, dark circles and puffiness. An eye cream can help address these specific concerns with intense moisture and a high concentration of active ingredients.
How to Choose a Moisturizer
The oilier your complexion, the lighter and more liquid your moisturizer should be. Some moisturizers even have oil free ingredients that still serve to moisturize the skin without adding oil. Conversely, dry or aging skin requires a more moisturizing-nourishing preparation. Use a moisturizer labeled with your skin type or specific skin concern. If you live in a particularly harsh climate, consider wearing a more moisturizing face cream during the winter and switch to a lighter formula during warmer months.
Night creams tend to be thicker and more moisturizing than day creams. It is generally recommended to have separate moisturizers simply for the fact that you will want a day cream with a Sun Protection Factor (SPF). This will provide you with added protection from sun damage that ultimately leads to premature aging.
Based on the amount of time you spend outside on any particular day, you might want to wear a moisturizer designed for outdoor use with a significantly higher SPF. You must also factor in how easily your skin burns and take precautions to protect your skin with a sufficient SPF. As a general rule, it is recommended that your day moisturizer should have at least 15-20 SPF, and if you spend more time outdoors, consider a moisturizer with 30+ SPF.
How to Use Moisturizer
After you wash your face and apply toner or a serum (optional), scoop out enough moisturizer to comfortably cover your face and neck area. Using your finger tips, rub it in using upward strokes, making sure to moisturize the neck, décolletage and earlobes. In order to prevent streaks, allow your moisturizer to penetrate before applying foundation.
Apply a few drops on palm or directly onto skin, before massaging it around the face, focusing on visible wrinkle prone areas. Use in the morning before make up and in the evening before bed.
Care Instructions: Keep in a cool dry place, away from direct sunlight.
Average Days of Supply: 30
Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seed Oil*, Coco Caprylate/Caprate, Macadamia Integrifolia Seed Oil*, Camellia Oleifera (Camellia) Seed Oil*, Vaccinium Corymbosum (Blueberry) Seed Oil*, Oenothera Biennis (Evening Primrose) Oil*, Spilanthes Acmella (Paracress) Flower/Leaf/Stem Extract, Carthamus Tinctorius (Safflower) Seed Oil, Astragalus Membranaceus Root Extract, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Rosmarinus Officinalis (Rosemary) Leaf Extract, Ubiquinone (Co-Q10), Citrus Aurantium Amara (Bitter Orange) Flower Oil*, Pelargonium Graveolens (Geranium) Flower Oil*, Tocopherol (Vitamin E)*Ingredients from certified organic agriculture