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What Makes Environ Different? Part 1
That is always the first question that pops into my head when being introduced to a new skin care brand. What distinguishes this brand from countless others on the market? Why should I invest time and energy hoping to find “the one” when so many others have swept me off my feet with promises only to leave me searching once again? Slowly by surely, time tells all, and the Environ brand doesn’t just talk the talk, it shows you what it can really do. There are actually a large number of differences that separate Environ from the competition. First off, Environ is a researched-backed and results-based. Yeah, yeah, I’ve heard that before. Well, for Environ products, “Research-backed” means that every ingredient that goes into the product has scientific-backed significance. Let me rephrase that- Environ doesn’t just advertise the latest trendy ingredient to try to make a quick buck. All products are meticulously researched and planned before going into production in their state-of-the-art facilities (more on this later). The original product lines, made in the early 90s, were comprised of a sunscreen and an age-management line based with the most researched ingredients- vitamin A, C, E, peptides, antioxidants, and growth factors. The current products are fundamentally very similar to these original lines. I have learned why Environ has become a cult favorite of skin professionals and celebrities who have been exposed to the brand because of their research-backed doctrine. Due to continuing improvements in technology as well as new research findings, Environ continues to bring only the most effective, freshest products to the collection. Each product goes through a rigorous clinical testing period to ensure that the product will in fact do what it is intended to do. For example, Vitamin A is the most researched skin-care ingredient and has been shown to make significant improvements in the appearance of the skin damaged by the environment and intrinsic aging. Environ has dozens of before & afters showing what Environ’s step-up formulas can do. Environ’s face serums contain a tolerable yet effective, fat-soluble version of Vitamin A, retinyl palmitate, in addition to highly effective forms of vitamin C and E, peptides, antioxidants, and growth factors as a base for the fundamental topical solutions. After going to Environ trainings, not only learning about the products themselves, but learning about the fundamentals of skin science, it is funny to think about all the other skin care lines out there that highlight their products by advertising the one “hero” ingredient, avoiding the skincare truth that a combination of the most effective ingredients is the best way-no, the only way- to treat and prevent the appearance of skin damage. So put the magical berry cream down, and allow their education materials to guide you on the way to real results when it comes to achieving and maintaining the healthiest-looking skin possible. There is a reason why Environ is a leader in skin care and is growing rapidly around the world. Environ’s Vitamin A step-up system. The Environ product line is based on varying intensities and levels of ingredients (Vitamin A,C, E, peptides, growth factors, alpha-hydroxy acids) to ensure safe at-home and clinical treatments to meet any individual’s skin types, concerns, and lifestyle. There is certainly an art to treating skin with Vitamin A and these other powerful elements. Though many have yet to hear of the benefits of the ester-form of vitamin A that is used, almost everyone would recognize the prescription form, Retin-A, the acid form of vitamin A, or retinoic acid. This form will also yield results but comes with harsh side effects such as redness, irritation, and skin peeling upon use. Environ’s founder, Dr. Des Fernandes, knew there had to be a better way to replenish the skin’s levels of vitamin A without these abusive effects. He learned that the fat-soluble vitamin A form, retinyl palmitate, breaks down into retinoic acid in the body. That is how clinical trials on this more tolerable form of vitamin A started. It turns out retinyl palmitate provides just-as-good (if not better) results, yielding no harsh side effects, and also contributes to the skin’s ability to prevent the effects of UV damage. (Never forget-the need for sunscreen is always present!) The thing is one does require high doses of retinyl palmitate to yield these visible results. Hence, the step-up system was created, a ladder metaphor for the skin’s ability to tolerate higher and higher doses of this super-safe form of vitamin A over time. How it works: Retinyl palmitate is initially introduced topically in low doses, and one builds up one’s skin tolerance and acceptance of the fat-soluble vitamin A before moving up to the next level dosage. Before long, your skin is able to use prescription strength (or more) Vitamin A in its gentle ester form (retinyl palmitate) in a much more tolerable, less abusive nature than the acid form. You don’t have to risk a 1-3 month-long retinoid reaction or worry about staying out of the sun with Environ’s safe and effective system. Coming soon: "What Makes Environ Different? Part 2" (I told you there were a lot of differences, didn’t I?)
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The key to beautiful skin
Do you want to know a secret? The key to beautiful skin? I mean really? We all know those friends of ours who don't seem to age as quickly as the rest of us, you look in the mirror and see lines, brown spots, sagging skin, lumpy bumps that don't go away. I mean I could go on and on. As women we are always looking for that one product to fulfill its promises - Well the key is, quite simply Vitamin A. Humm you say-I can't use it- it's too strong, too drying, too irritating. But, what if I could give you all the benefits without the side effects? Truth is vitamin A is the most research skin care ingredient out there- and you need it - cause every day you are losing it when you go out into light. If you started as a child using topical vitamin A, you would not age the way we currently do. Did you really understand that- YOUR SKIN WOULD NOT SHOW SIGNS OF AGING! Basically sun damaged skin is Vitamin A deficient skin. Cure the effects of deficiency, stop the signs of photo aging. So let's talk a bit more about Vitamin A and the different forms it comes in. You have the Acid form (that's the one you need a prescription for.) Typically you can use it 2-3x's a week at night only and initially it can cause redness, irritation and sun sensitivity. But remember - every time you go into light you lose your stores of vitamin A.... You need to apply it AM and PM 7 days a week. Then we have the alcohol form, this is in many over the counter products (Buyer beware - if you buy a retinol product AND have never used retinol before- you will experience a reaction - if you don't then the product you purchased did not have enough retinol in it.) This form can cause the same side effects as the acid form, just to a lesser degree. Ok then we have the fat-soluble form, or the storage form of Vitamin A. This form is easily tolerated by the skin and is actually photo-protective. By gradually increasing the strength of this form of Vitamin A we can treat all skin types, all ages, skin colors and issues. Ok- you say, now what? How do I find products that use THIS form of Vitamin A, that have enough ingredients to change my skin, but not cause me irritation? Well that's where Dr Des Fernandes, of Environ Skin Care, has done all the work for you. He pioneered a step up Vitamin A system that can (should!) be used by all ages to prevent and reverse the appearance of signs of photo damage. Basically a trained therapist will analyze your skin condition, and determine where you should start and you simply use it morning and night. Gradually you will see visible changes to the appearance of your skin. That's the beauty of Vitamin A and the secret to beautiful skin. Next: "What Makes Environ Different? Part 1 & 2"
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