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Celebrate Father’s Day with ALBION Luxury Skincare Gifts
In this guide, we explain why ALBION’s Skin Conditioner products make the perfect Father's Day luxury gift and share exclusive offers. Learn about men's skincare and make this Father’s Day unforgettable.
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How to Simplify Your Skincare Routine with Japanese Beauty Aesthetic
True elegance and luxury are found in simplicity and minimalism. To achieve timeless beauty, we can employ principles of Japanese beauty. Read on to learn more.
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EXCIA EMBEAGE, Ultra-Luxe Age-Defying Skincare by ALBION
Learn why EXCIA EMBEAGE by ALBION embodies the essence of Japanese luxury skincare, and how exclusive ingredients deliver proven anti-aging results.
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Japanese Skincare: Flora Drip, the Essence of Timeless Beauty
Learn more about the role of essences in Japanese skincare. We look at Flora Drip by ALBION, its benefits, and how to integrate it into your skincare routine.
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The Ultimate Mother's Day Luxury Skincare Gift Guide from ALBION
In this ultimate luxury gift guide, we explore the best ALBION products to pamper the most important woman in your life this Mother’s Day.
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Madagascar: Home of Our Star Ingredients
Let’s state the obvious: high-performance skincare products rely on high-performance skincare ingredients. To formulate the best-of-the-best skincare, we source ingredients everywhere from our local farm in Japan to far-off countries across the globe. In our search to develop our ultra-luxurious EXCIA EMBEAGE line, we turned to an island off the coast of southern Africa: Madagascar. Skincare Benefits Thanks to its geographical isolation in the Indian Ocean, Madagascar is home to some of our planet’s richest biodiversity. It houses endemic fauna and flora which exist nowhere else in the world. (Fun fact: Madagascar is the world’s fifth-largest island and is home to over 11,000 native plant species!) You may be asking why Madagascar’s biodiversity is relevant to skincare. Here’s why: the active ingredients in Madagascar’s unique plant species offer extraordinary cosmetic benefits. Namely, these powerful botanical extracts help revive your radiance and give your skin the indulgent, restorative care it deserves. Inside the EXCIA EMBEAGE Collection Our ultra-luxe EXCIA EMBEAGE collection features three revitalizing botanical extracts from a special reserve near the northern tip of Madagascar: Centella Asiatica, Perichlaena Richardii, and White Ginger Lily. Centella Asiatica Extract (from the Umbelliferae family) contains active cosmetic ingredients—such as Asiaticoside and Madecassoside—that help soothe, strengthen, and calm the skin. Perichlaena Richardii (from the Bignoniaceae family) is an antioxidant-packed leaf and flower whose extract contains Polyphenol, Flavonoid, and Rutin. It has powerful properties that promote youthful-looking skin. Lastly, White Ginger Lily Extract (from the Zingiberaceae family) helps soothe the skin while relaxing the mind and body with its lovely natural fragrance. The combination of Polyphenol, Tannin, and Geraniol helps create a purifying and calming sensory experience. Giving Back In order to give back to the country that has given us so much, ALBION has helped construct elementary and high school buildings for communities in need. We have also donated backpacks and other school supplies to the children attending these schools. We don’t take Madagascar’s lush offerings for granted and strive to support its people and natural environment in every way possible. Not only is Madagascar a beautiful country full of natural wonders and botanical riches, but it is also a haven for cosmetic ingredients. So next time you reap the benefits of your EXCIA EMBEAGE products, you have this marvelous island to thank. Citations https://cosmeticobs.com/en/articles/focus-on-french-launches-33/madagascar-the-newpromised-land-of-cosmetics-2122 https://www.worldwildlife.org/places/madagascar#:~:text=More%20than%2011%2C000%20endemic%20plant,reptiles%2C%20amphibians%2C%20and%20others
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The Power of Peptides
You’ve probably seen the word “peptides” countless times in the skincare aisle or heard about them from various brands and beauty experts. That’s because these powerhouse molecules are enormously beneficial for your skin—some would go so far as to say vital. While you don’t need to know the exact science to reap the benefits of peptides, it’s helpful to understand the basics so you can make more informed decisions regarding your skincare ritual. Let’s get into it. Little Skin Saviors Put simply, peptides are short chains of amino acids—the building blocks for collagen production—that help moisturize, plump, smooth, boost elasticity, and combat the look of fine lines and wrinkles. Because of their very small size, peptides are able to penetrate and absorb into the skin more efficiently than larger molecules which simply sit on top of the skin. This is important because peptides do wonders for our skin and we want all that goodness to go deep within our pores. The INFINESSE Collection Here at ALBION, we offer a wide range of youth-boosting skincare products that help hydrate, firm, plump, and smooth the skin—and peptides are the star ingredients. Our coveted INFINESSE collection is infused with a high-performance peptide specifically designed to revitalize the skin: OSK9.OSK9’s amino-rich nourishment promotes optimal skin cell hydration for optimal results: revitalized, firm, lifted, youthful-looking skin. This star proprietary ingredient was developed through joint scientific research with esteemed Professor Morishita of Osaka University, focusing on specific skin concerns for women over 30. More To Love About INFINESSE In addition to OSK9, our entire INFINESSE series is specifically formulated to help sculpt, soothe, and nourish the skin. We chose to infuse our products with Mei Gui Hua extract, which comes from a species of rose, because it can help prevent skin dehydration. Royal Jelly Extract, a potent humectant, was chosen because it can help retain moisture and fortify the skin. Carnosine, a di-peptide, and Resveratrol were selected for their powerful, nourishing antioxidant properties.Skincare can be an overwhelming world to dive into, but knowledge and familiarity with the concept of peptides keep it simple. Peptides are essentially the building blocks of skin and are key ingredients in many of our skin-plumping, glow-boosting products. So go on ahead and dive into our peptide-powered INFINESSE collection and experience the benefits for yourself. Citations: https://www.health.com/beauty/skincare/what-are-peptides#:~:text=Peptides%20are%20small%20proteins%20that,more%20benefits%20you'll%20reap https://www.allure.com/gallery/best-peptide-skin-care-products
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How To Achieve Glowing Skin
While we may all have varying skin concerns, there is one thing we have in common: we all want fresh, glowing skin. (We dare you to disagree.) There are a few ways to achieve this thanks to high-performance skincare products and ingredients that powerfully revitalize your radiance. We’re here to show you how to treat yourself to an at-home spa treatment that delivers youthful-looking, glowing skin—because you deserve it. Lit-From-Within Skin Great news! There’s no need to get a professional facial to boost your glow. You can give your skin a luxurious, rejuvenating treatment from the comfort of your own home. All you need is our Herbal Oil Trinity Fusion. This divine, lightweight oil helps revitalize and moisturize the skin while gorgeously refining your pores. Its silky texture leaves a velvety, supple finish without any uncomfortable greasiness or stickiness. Its relaxing Herbal Green Floral aroma will help relieve tension in the mind and body for a complete multisensory experience. Transformative Botanical Oils Three botanical oils were meticulously selected and blended to create Herbal Oil Trinity Fusion. Tiger Nut Oil is an extract from the antioxidant-packed tiger nut, commonly known as a superfood, that helps revitalize the skin. Inca Omega Oil is a precious, Omega-rich oil that helps soothe and soften rough skin. Golden Jojoba Oil is an extra-virgin, high-grade extract from ripe jojoba seeds that helps moisturize and transport cosmetic active ingredients into the skin. How To: At-Home Facial Massage Now for the fun part. To treat yourself to a luxurious facial massage, apply a teaspoon of Herbal Oil Trinity Fusion to your palms then spread evenly over your skin. Starting from the center of the face and working outwards, lightly massage into the skin for a minimum of three minutes. It’s okay if not all the oil gets absorbed. To take your at-home spa experience to the next level, you can apply a hydrating sheet mask or use a facial steamer for an extra boost of rejuvenation and moisture. If you don’t have a facial steamer at home, we recommend taking a warm bath while giving yourself this facial massage. We also encourage you to give your body an indulgent moment of care by gently massaging Herbal Oil Trinity Fusion into rough areas of the body such as the elbows, knees, and heels. You can also apply this heavenly oil to your hair and nails for a dose of lustrous shine. Skincare is Self-Care Everyone deserves to take time for themselves. Our Herbal Oil Trinity Fusion is the perfect companion to your self-care ritual. This luxe oil revitalizes the skin for a beautiful, glowing complexion while relaxing the mind and body with its lovely aroma. The best part is that you don’t even need to leave your home for a spa-worthy, glow-boosting experience.
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Skin Turnover: A Fresh Start
Your skin is always changing, literally. Not just in terms of its appearance, but also in terms of its very composition. In fact, you are constantly shedding dead skin cells in order to make space for brand-new ones (it’s happening this very second!). This process is called cell renewal factor, or skin turnover. But before you get grossed out at the idea of shedding dead skin, consider this: since your skin is constantly exposed to harsh, damaging elements—the sun, wind, bacteria, pollution, etc.—cellular renewal is essential to keeping your skin healthy and fortified. Plus, skin turnover is the key to maintaining skin that has a firm, smooth, glowing appearance—and we all want that, right? The Life Cycle of a Cell Just like every living thing, each skin cell has a life cycle. On average, the cycle lasts about 28 days. New cells form at the deepest layer of the skin, called the subcutaneous layer, then rise to the surface as they mature. After the cells move through the epidermis—the top layer of the skin that’s exposed to the elements—they are considered dead and fall off. This shedding process makes way for brand-new skin cells to take their place, which in turn leads to youthful-looking, radiant skin. As we get older, our skin turnover rate slows down, resulting in a duller, rougher appearance. From ages 19-21, the process takes about 14-21 days, whereas from ages 60-90, it slows to about 60-90 days. (Ever wonder why babies and children have such flawless, luminous skin? It’s because their skin turnover is much faster than adults—lucky them!) It’s All About Balance In general, the perfect skin turnover rate is not too slow, nor too fast. Due to a variety of external factors or your skin type, you may experience a buildup of dead skin cells from time to time (think of it as something similar to a traffic jam). This can lead to issues such as hyperpigmentation, acne, milia, and uneven texture. In this case, it’s important to speed up the skin turnover cycle so fresh skin cells can surface and smooth out your complexion. On the other hand, if your skin turnover rate is too fast due to genetics or excess exfoliation, it can result in sensitive skin. Our advice? Moisturize daily with antioxidant-rich skincare products and exfoliate only when you need to. Where To Start: Skin Conditioner Essential N A bestseller adored by generations since 1974, Skin Conditioner Essential N was specifically formulated to help you achieve fresh, glowing skin. Infused with a rare variety of Job’s tears called Kita o Hato, this moisturizing, antioxidant-rich essence helps hydrate, brighten, and firm the skin. Horse Chestnut Extract and Hamamelis Extract also contribute to toning the skin and reviving your radiance. Goodbye to the Old, Hello to the New We hope you’ve gathered by now that skin turnover (really) matters. Not only does it protect your skin from the elements, but it also revitalizes your radiance for a fresh, youthful-looking complexion. So now the question is—are you ready to glow? Citations:https://www.verywellhealth.com/cell-turnover-15552https://www.wellandgood.com/skin-cell-turnover/https://www.timelessskinsolutions.com/blog/cellular-turnover/#:~:text=Cellular%20turnover%20is%20the%20process,less%20efficient%20as%20we%20age.https://www.apostrophe.com/slather/skin-turnover/https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK470464/#:~:text=The%20hypodermis%20is%20deep%20to,sensory%20neurons%2C%20and%20blood%20vessels.https://www.realsimple.com/beauty-fashion/skincare/cellular-turnoverhttps://www.medifine.co.uk/what-is-a-skin-cycle/
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