The Benefits of Multi-Functional Skincare Products with La Fervance
Multi-functional and versatile skincare products are increasingly gaining popularity, and for good reasons.
Vanessa Noy
June 7, 2024
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5 Best Natural Ingredients for Anti-Ageing
Gold standard natural ingredients for healthy, youthful skin
From fine lines and sagging skin to age spots and fine lines, the quest can seem endless when looking for ways to slow down the ageing process without having to rely on unnatural treatments. We know that the market is full of products claiming to be the one miracle cure for all your ageing woes. The truth is, many of these products don’t actually deliver on their promises and may contain harsh chemicals that can be damaging to your skin in the long run.
Fortunately, there are proven and what we term “gold-standard” natural ingredients that can help reduce the signs of ageing. It’s important when choosing effective anti-ageing products that deliver results to look for these tried and proven all natural ingredients for anti-aging. From powerful antioxidants to naturally derived vitamins and minerals, natural ingredients have been proven to be very effective in helping to reduce the signs of ageing. In this blog post, we discuss five of the best natural ingredients that can help fight the signs of ageing, and why they are so effective. We will also discuss how you can incorporate these ingredients into your daily skincare routine and the best products available on the market.
Antioxidants for a Youthful Complexion
Antioxidants help to improve the appearance of the complexion and protect against future signs of ageing caused by environmental stressors. They help protect the skin from environmental damage, reduce wrinkles and fine lines, and even out skin tone. They also boost collagen production and protect the skin from blue light and UV damage.
Many natural ingredients are rich in antioxidants such a berries, green tea, turmeric, vitamin E, and vitamin C. These powerful antioxidants help to neutralise free radicals in the body and promote healthy skin. Vitamin C is especially effective in this regard, acting as an anti-inflammatory and providing antioxidant protection. When it comes to addressing skin tone, fading age spots and pigmentation vitamin C is often touted as one of the most powerful antioxidants and for good reason. It helps to both even out skin tone while reducing fine lines and promoting healthy collagen production.
Natural vitamin C works well in natural multi-tasking formulations like the Eclat Extraordinaire from La Fervance. True luxury and clinically proven, this unique and innovative balm brings several high-performing ingredients into one powerful formulation. Kakadu Plum with high concentrations of natural vitamin C, essential for glowing skin, along with lesser known antioxidants like Gallic acid that restores skin elasticity, helping to firm the contours of the face. This dreamy emulsion brings other antioxidant-rich Australian Native ingredients such as Mount Harvest for protecting the skin against free radicals as well as Aniseed Myrtle Leaf for vitamin E and A ideal for self-repair and healthy cell function.
LA FERVANCE Éclat Extraordinaire
Clinically tested, multi-use, high-performance luxurious face balm.
Eclat Extraordinaire will dramatically improve your skins hydration whilst visibility reducing wrinkles and restoring the skin's elasticity and firmness. Your skin will experience a lifting effect whilst also appearing more soothed and toned.
Best For: All skin types, well suited to addressing the first signs of aging and mature skin.
Volume: 50ml/ 1.69fl
Peptides for Fine Lines and Wrinkles
Peptides are known as the “building blocks” of the skin and when incorporated into your skincare regimen are a great way to reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles. Peptides are small fragments of proteins that can help to stimulate the production of collagen. Collagen is an important structural component of the skin and helps to keep it looking plump and firm. Peptides also work to reduce inflammation, ideal for calming the skin, resulting in a more even skin tone.
Peptides work effectively to reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles and restore tired and dull complexions. They work particularly well when used in conjunction with natural oils such as jojoba, rosehip oil and macula oil, that restore the skin and help retain moisture while strengthening the skin barrier.
The VOTARY Radiance Reveal Mask is a clever active resurfacing mask that combines peptide laden Rice bran with natural AHAs to gently exfoliate and recondition dull skin. It works effectively on oily and breakout skin as well as pigmented complexions showing the signs of UV damage and age spots. The added bonus with this treatment mask is the improvement in skin texture you can expect to see, large pores are refined and fine lines are minimised. The addition of Aloe Vera and grape seed oil means this mask is both nourishing and calming which is the perfect support for fresh new skin cells.
For a daily dose of peptides the lightweight VOTARY Super Seed Serum with Broccoli Seed and Peptides provides a non-toxic and all-natural defence from environmental damage. Bio-active peptides are supported with antioxidant and lipid-rich Broccoli seed and Rosehip oils to deliver day long moisture. We love the addition of hyaluronic acid in this serum and it’s the perfect choice for skin that is on the sensitive side. Used daily to reduce redness and to build a more resilient complexion, it’s an ideal natural anti-ageing serum that works.
Not exclusive skincare, peptides in natural shampoos offer potent benefits for scalp and hair health. Peptides work to strengthen the hair follicles and encourage healthy hair growth while the anti-inflammatory benefits soothe and nourish the scalp. A healthy scalp provides a supportive environment for optimal hair growth as well as helping to reduce scalp irritation, dryness and itchiness. VENN’s Symbiotic Polyamide Shampoo combines peptides and pre + probiotics to balance and energise the scalp and the hair. This shampoo is great for all hair types and highly recommend for thinning, ageing and weak hair.
Retinol Alternative Bakuchiol for Perfect Tone
Not just a trending ingredient, Bakuchiol is a powerful retinol alternative that has been gaining popularity as a natural ingredient effective in helping combat the signs of ageing. Its anti-ageing benefits have been demonstrated in clinical studies and best of all it is a safe and gentle alternative to synthetic retinol that can leave the skin irritated and photo-sensitive. Bakuchiol has been heralded for its many benefits from reducing the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles, improving skin firmness and elasticity, and providing deep hydration. Ideal in anti-ageing skincare formulations it also helps to even skin tone and target dark spots and discolouration, awakening the skin with a natural, perfect tone.
One of Bakuchiol’s many benefits is its suitable for all skin types and that it can be used daily with other natural ingredients, playing well with antioxidants, essential oils, hyaluronic acid, and vitamins. Two products on our “can’t live without list” is the VOTARY Natural Glow Day Cream and the VENN Intensive Phyto-Retinol Renewal Mask. Both products harness the restorative benefits of Bakuchiol and work beautifully in tandem to create a holistic low-key skincare regime. For daily use the VOTARY Natural Glow Day Cream is perfect for providing deep hydration without the excess grease. Pomegranate brings protective antioxidants perfectly paired with Bakuchiol bringing all the anti-ageing benefits including improving the skin elasticity and reducing fine lines.
Used once a week to boost the effectiveness of your skincare treatments the VENN Collagen Intensive Phyto-Retinol Renewal Mask has restored and transformed our faith in traditional sheet masks. Brimming with 17 peptide amino acids, Niacinamide and 0.5% Bakuchiol this is NOT your average sheet mask.
Hyaluronic Acid for Healthy Skin Function
Hyaluronic acid is one of the most popular ingredients used in skincare today because of its ability to retain moisture and help keep skin hydrated and healthy. Hyaluronic acid helps to reduce wrinkles, diminish fine lines, and improve overall skin tone and texture along with helping to plump skin and create a youthful glow.
Why is Hyaluronic acid so important for anti-ageing? HA is naturally found in the body and is responsible for the production of collagen and elastin, two important proteins for healthy skin function. When applied topically, hyaluronic acid helps to reduce inflammation, protects the skin from environmental damage and locks in moisture to keep the skin hydrated. Hydrated skin is healthy skin that looks youthful and radiant. Healthy skin also works as a strong defence against environmental damage.
The Jojoba Co. offer a potent and clinically proven moisturiser that combines the anti-ageing benefits of Hyaluronic acid and Australian Jojoba Oil in their Ultimate Night Cream. Wake with plump and perfectly hydrated skin thanks to the combination of hyaluronic acid and innovative natural extract-derived stem technology, bringing together science and nature. The Jojoba Co. Ultimate Serum boosts the hydrating benefits of night cream and best of all it can be used in the morning to keep the skin dewy and hydrated day long.
A lightweight day cream combining Hyaluronic acid and vitamin C is ideal for those looking for a clinically proven formulation that is perfect for a simple fuss-free routine. Perfect used alone after cleansing, the AMALA Weightless Vitamin C Water Cream is loaded with anti-ageing ingredients including Hyaluronic acid, vitamin C, detoxifying Kombucha and pre + probiotic Tonka bean to clarify and refine all complexions. It’s perfect for treating pigmentation and uneven skin tone.
AMALA Brighten Weightless Vitamin C Water Cream
Lightweight gel cream.
This breakthrough moisturizer releases a surge of highly active Vitamin C and powerful brightening actives to recapture vibrant, radiant clarity. Helps diminish the look of discolorations to reveal more even, luminous tone. Best For: Pigmentation and brightening in all skin types.
Volume: 50ml
Alpha Hydroxy Acids to Boost Collagen
Alpha hydroxy acids (AHAs) are a family of naturally occurring acids. Derived from various sources, including grapes, apples, and citrus fruits, AHAs are used to exfoliate the skin and boost collagen production making them a coveted natural skincare ingredient for anti-ageing. AHA’s act as exfoliants, helping to break down the bonds between dead skin cells, making them easier to remove. Used in your skincare routine they increase the rate of cell turnover, promoting the growth of new skin cells and collagen. Encouraging collagen production is important for skin health, as it helps to hold the skin together, giving it strength and elasticity.
Using AHAs on a regular basis helps to reduce wrinkles, sagging skin, and age spots. Not only do AHAs aid in improving skin texture they help to reduce the appearance of pores and give skin a smoother, more even tone. Incorporating AHAs need not be a daunting task. AHAs are beneficial in a daily serum, a cleanser or a twice weekly radiance mask and exfoliator. The Votary Brightening Hyaluronic Serum combines HA and AHAs to address the signs of environmental damage and is targeted at fading pigmentation and age spots. Used morning and night under your moisturiser you will notice an improvement in the texture of your skin as well, it leaves the skin plump and velvety in appearance.
When it comes to exfoliating and a radiance boosting mask AHAs cannot be beaten. For decadent and exquisite self-care ritual the La Fervance Gommage Extradordinare deeply cleanses, exfoliates and creates a treatment mask in one formula. Australian Mango, Papaya and Pineapple extracts provide gentle chemical exfoliation, French Red Algae brings strengthening peptides, silica rich Bamboo charcoal detoxes and pure seawater balances excess oils and reduces inflammation. Clinically proven to transform large pores and reduce pigmentation this is results driven skincare at its finest.
Cosmetic fillers and Botox can reduce the immediate appearance of wrinkles and ageing skin, but all to no avail in the long term if your skincare routine does not work strengthen and protect the skin. Whether your choose a gentle approach to your well-ageing regimen or seek the intervention of the cosmetic doctor, good skincare with proven natural ingredients provide the skin with everything it needs to keep you confident and looking youthful through the decades.
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