Skincare Dictionary: What Are You Using On Your Skin?

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Acids and Their Impact on Your Skin

There are many different types of acids found in different skincare products. There is a reason why they are widely used and that is because of their great effect on your skin. Acids are more commonly known for fighting against certain skin problems. They are also commonly found in serums. One of the most popular acids, Hyaluronic Acid is made for formulating extra hydration in your skin's barrier. It is also for aging skin and can help tighten your skin. Glutamic Acid is also an acid found in our Hydrating Rose Elixir Serum that is great for moisturizing. Alpha Arbutin and Glycolic Acid are also both really amazing at lightening pigmentation and helping with other problem spots on your face.

Niacinamide and the Truth Behind It

Niacinamide is an ingredient that has been mentioned in the previous blog post, READ HERE , that mentions Niacinamide and all of its good benefits. That is because this too, is a very popular ingredient that is starting to trend. Niacinamide is very good for treating cystic acne or improving skin textures. Many people with redness or other cystic acne concerns have begun to use this product and have seen a change. The reason why is because Niacinamide is an antioxidant used for shrinking pores and regulating oil production in your skin. This in return, leads to less breakouts and an overall improvement in your skin's appearance.

Oils and Their Different Kinds

Elle Johnson Co. products are completely natural based so because of that, there are various oils used in them. All of these oils essentially come from plants or flowers, which are very beneficial. We incorporate oils such as Jojoba, Sunflower, and Olive Oil in our moisturizers to provide healthy and moisturized skin without irritation. When looking for the right types of oils for your skin type it is very important that you look for some that will not clog your pores. Ultimately, natural based oils are the way to go.

Read All About Retinol

Retinol is also a popular ingredient for skincare. It is most commonly used for people with wrinkles or hyper pigmentation. Retinol is a strong ingredient which exfoliates and encourages cell turnover. This ends up fading wrinkles or dark spots in the long run. It may take a while to see a difference but most people end up satisfied with the results. This ingredient should normally be applied before your moisturizer but can also be applied after.

Vitamins and Their ABC's

We pretty much use Vitamins in every aspect of our lives. We use them for or hair and our body. They are also popular in skincare as well. Vitamin A is very similar to Retinol. They both encourage cell turnover for your skin and improve its appearance. This Vitamin can also be taken as a pill to help with your immune system. Vitamin C is probably the most popular vitamin for your skin. The reason why is because Vitamin C has a lightening effect and is used for evening out skin tone. It can also be taken as a supplement as well and help repair body tissues. This ingredient can also be found in the Niacinamide Bright Serum.

This graphic highlights the key aspects of the Niacinamide Bright Serum and explains what each specific ingredient is responsible for doing. Get this product HERE !