Pitera | Japan SK-II LXP – The Ultimate Serum Series - Pt 3

The LXP Ultimate Revival Cream is the crème de la crème of SK-II LXP series, a star product that provides anti aging solution by combining all the 3 ingredients - Vitamins, Peptides and Minerals & Herbs to treat skin damage and also an additional rose scent for mind relaxing. This Revival Cream is actually a texture refinement moisturizer with the ultimate purpose of refining skin texture and to plump up moisture and firmness.

The LXP Ultimate Revival Cream also contains the very illusive and rare fibronectin peptide, 1 of the 3 different peptides present in this cream. Lately, this fibronectin peptide has gained popularity in skincare ingredients although

" This Revival Cream is actually a texture refinement moisturizer with the ultimate purpose of refining skin texture and to plump up moisture and firmness "

it was originally used for injury treatment. The Revival Cream is made from Skin Regenerating Activ, Pitera and essence of Rosa Centifolia and this cream is believed to boost up skin’s vitality and structure, boosting of nutrients for more-lasting hydration and strengthening of the moisture barrier. In fact, this deeply-penetrating cream’s breakthrough formula has a total of 15 different ingredients combined together. About the SK-II legendary Pitera, it is a yeast extract that restores skin’s renewal phase to its 28 day cycle, is said to enhance skin’s acceptance for both external and internal stress and also help restore back skin’s radiance, firmness and smoothness from within.

The Pitera itself has 7 known values and they are: 1) adjustment of skin’s rhythm, 2) moisture replenishing and retaining, 3) controlling dark spots, 4) skin texture toning, 5) controlling skin pH, 6) control the sebum secretion and 7) soothing sunburned skin.

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Japan Astalift Serum - Astaxanthin | Jelly Aquarysta – Pt 8

For the Astaxanthin, it is responsible for the unique color of the entire Astalift series. It is a powerful antioxidant and is touted to deliver 100X more effective than the Vitamin E and approximately 1000X more powerful than the coenzyme Q10 ( CoQ10 ) which is a well known anti aging element in beauty products.

The CoQ10, which is originated from meat and plants is a relatively newcomer to the beauty and skincare industry and is also extensively researched. CoQ10 occurs naturally in our body but factors such stress, medication and

" The pampering ultralight Eye Cream shouldn’t be missed out as it is the eye area that normally gives you the 1st sign of aging "

especially aging can lower down its effectiveness. Astaxanthin is a carotenoid red pigment found in vegetables like tomatoes or marine life like salmon fish. However, the Astaxanthin in Astalift is derived from sea algae called Haematococcus Pluvialis which is green in color just like most other algae. Then, where does the red color of Astaxanthin come from? Well, it is from this same algae, harvested after it turned to deep red color after prolong exposure to sunlight and this algae produces Astaxanthin itself to fight against oxidation and it is believed that it is the nature's single most powerful antioxidant. As Astalift has a total of 14 products for the Aka no Chikara – ‘the power of red’ ( anti aging solution series ) at this point of writing, it is almost impossible to introduce all of them at one go. Let’s pick some that need attention. The essence ( 30ml ) is a super concentrated serum that come with a pump and it contains ingredients from Astaxanthin, elastin, elastin, 3 types of collagen and royal jelly. This royal jelly should not be confused with the Aquarysta Jelly.

You can choose either in 1pc or 6pcs for the Moisturizing Mask and it has high concentration of Astaxanthin and the royal jelly which is rich with 10-HDA. The royal jelly is made by the worker bees for the queen bee. The pampering ultralight Eye Cream shouldn’t be missed out as it is the eye area that normally gives you the 1st sign of aging.

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Japan Premium SK-II LXP | Pitera – The Ultimate Serum Series - Pt 2

Secretly, this anti aging LXP series also include the delightful scent from May Rose ( Rosa Centifolia ) which delivers a calming and relaxing mood to the user. This May Rose flowers are handpicked from Grasse, France when they blossomed in the month of May.

It is reported that the May Rose was evaluated by a team of expert perfumers before deciding to be used in LXP series. Another advantage from this May Rose is that from SK-II in vitro studies, the May Rose can actually help the skin to retain moisture and resistance which is important for cell regeneration and moreover,

" Another advantage from this May Rose is that from SK-II in vitro studies, the May Rose can actually help the skin to retain moisture and resistance which is important for cell regeneration "

it works perfectly with other key ingredients and also with Pitera, the SK-II signature ingredients for improving the natural barrier function of the skin. Keeping the skin’s barrier function alive and healthy is important as internal and external factors like UVA & UVB rays, smoke, pollution and others can easily compromise it. They can cause the skin to become very dry and dryness can effect skin firmness and even tone which you don’t want. The SK-II LXP’s upgraded Ultimate Revival Cream is reported to contain 8X more Pitera, the highest concentration of Pitera among all SK-II products.

All the LXP members are equipped with new ingredients for the anti aging solutions to restore the skin’s youthfulness withstanding to 12 hours and to achieve crystal clear skin within 4 weeks in all 5 skin dimensions - firmness, texture, radiance, wrinkle resilience and spot control. These 5 dimensions will tell whether your skin is healthy or otherwise as they are the pillar of youth.

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Japan Premium SK-II LXP | Pitera – The Ultimate Serum Series - Pt 1

In the quest for anti aging treatments, SK-II researchers have found that the metabolism of cell energy can be optimized externally with a potent cocktail of elements. They also claimed that the higher concentration of 1) Skin Regenerating ActiV complex ( niacinamide and peptides ) and 2) Pitera ( moisturization bio-ingredient ) can actually increase skin cell life and trigger biological activity.

The NAD of the skin can decelerate by nearly 40% as skin ages and according to in-vitro studies on skin aging process carried out by SK-II, it is discovered that as cell ages, the regeneration ability decreases. The NAD ( Nicotinamide

" This LXP series is SK-II premium series with top-notch ingredients and recently it has undergone some noticeable improvements with newer formulation "

Adenine Dinucleotide, not limiting to NAD+ and NADH ) is a coenzyme found in living cells. This LXP series is SK-II premium series with top-notch ingredients and recently it has undergone some noticeable improvements with newer formulation, richer ingredient and lighter texture and is now suitable for both young and mature skin and the casing has also been changed to a delightful rose gold colour. ’LXP’ actually stands for Luxury Multiplied by Pitera. Introducing the Ultimate Revival Serum and Ultimate Revival Cream which both have the Skin Regenerating ActiV Complex containing Hexapeptide, Di-peptide, Yeast-peptide and Niacinamide that work in sync to strengthen the NAD levels, which is the cell fundamental energy. Apart from having 8X the usual concentration of pitera, the complex also works in sync with Marine Fennel plant and May Rose ( Rosa Centifolia ) to keep skin supple and hydrated.

The Revival Serum is created for skin rejuvenation for improve clarity whereas the Revival Cream helps the achieve refine texture and firmness.

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Japan Astalift Serum - Astaxanthin | Jelly Aquarysta – Pt 7

Total Collagen Care – that’s the concept name given for the 3 types of collagen that have been infused into Astalift to tackle the 3 issues associated with skin aging, just like infusing the collagen into the photographic film that they have mastered for many decades:

• Skin Moisturization by water soluble collagen
• Firmness Improvement by penetrative collagen
• Lost Collagen Replenishment by Pico collagen

However, it is not just the collagen alone that makes Astalift a revolutionary skincare brand. It’s the powerful Astaxanthin and the miracle Jelly Aquarysta, which play a tremendous role for the anti aging solution. Here are some

" It is touted that the nano-sized ceramides from this Jelly is the smallest in the world, measuring 20 nanometers "

further facts about Astalift’s Jelly Aquarysta and Astaxanthin. The Jelly Aquarysta, being the star product which is designed for application after cleansing and washing but before using other skincare products, is truly unique with lightweight gel-like texture which instantly sank into your skin. It does not contain oil or emulsifier as supporting agent and this means that its nano-sized 100% ceramide will be absorbed fully into the skin. Which of course, you still need to massage it into the skin with your fingertips until it totally disappear.

The Jelly Aquarysta restores back the hydration by supplying back the lost ceramides that are naturally found in your own skin. Ceramides are important for skin’s barrier function. It is touted that the nano-sized ceramides from this Jelly is the smallest in the world, measuring 20 nanometers ( 1 nano is 1 millionth of 1 mm ) and with this ultra fine ceramides, it makes penetration deeper and easier.

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Japan Astalift Serum - Astaxanthin | Jelly Aquarysta – Pt 6

Since launching in Japan back in 2006/2007, this Astalift anti aging series has rapidly reaching cult status and it is now hitting UK and France as a fast expanding beauty and skincare line.

Aquarysta is crafted from the words ‘aqua’ and ‘crystal'. When it comes to selecting which product from Astalift series to get, you are obviously spoiled for choice. The line has a total of 14 products altogether at this point of writing and it will make you ponder in perplex. The complete line includes the Jelly Aquarysta, cleansing oil, cleansing gel, moisture foam, liquid soap, lotion, essence, emulsion, cream, day protector, eye cream, moisturising mask, night and day creams and day protector.

" The Jelly Aquarysta, the star product for this line, is created for use after the cleansing and washing and before using other product "

Astalift has include Damask Rose fragrance for improving antioxidant properties. To make it simple and avoid the confusion, follow the 6 steps and products below. The Jelly Aquarysta, the star product for this line, is created for use after the cleansing and washing and before using other product. Astalift is specially created for women above age 30 and depending on skin type, if the 6 steps below are followed regularly, improvement should be seen in approximately 3 weeks:

• Cleansing Gel – Removal of face make-up residue, dirt and contamination from face
• Moisture Foam - Removal of oxidised sebum and keratin residue causing skin dullness
• Jelly Aquarysta – Astalift’s star product, for boosting of moisture retention ability
• Lotion - Skin moisturization as it contains 3 types of collagen.
• Essence - Nourishment for skin
• Cream and Emulsion - Moisturization and balancing sebum for smooth and radiant skin

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Jelly Aquarysta | Astaxanthin - Japan Astalift Serum – Pt 5

Recently, it has been reported that the Eastman Kodak, started in 1892 as a New York based company, already filed for bankruptcy in January 2012, succumbing to a 15 year digital assault by younger rivals. This company hopes that the Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection will give it more time to re organize its business to avoid being shutdown completely.

Eastman Kodak is Fujifilm’s no:1 rival for photographic film during their heydays and the fact that Fujilm’s uncharacteristic diversification into Astalift anti aging skincare from its life-sciences division is definitely no

" Just take out your old childhood photographs and you will straight away notice that they have actually faded, discolored and also turned to dull shade due to the oxidation effect from the sunrays "

awkward move. It was indeed a smart move. This anti aging skincare was developed using Fujifilm’s photographic film concepts — collagen, nano-technology and oxidation and they are found to be a perfect fit as there are many resemblance between skincare and photographic film. Quoting an example as to enlighten the scenario, our skin epidermis and a photographic film are both having about the same thickness, which is approximately 20 microns ( 0.02mm ) and the most fascinating is, both our skin and the photographic film are having the collagen as the main structure. Our skin and the photographic film will both fade over time due to ‘oxidation’ effect.

Just take out your old childhood photographs and you will straight away notice that they have actually faded, discolored and also turned to dull shade due to the oxidation effect from the sunrays, the no: 1 enemy to skin aging and wrinkles. To address these skincare issues, the Astalift’s Astaxanthin formula will combat these aging effects from oxidation.

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Advanced Night Repair Complex Serum By Estee Lauder – 3 of 3

Guess who is that sensuous new face for the Estee Lauder Advanced Night Repair Synchronized Recovery Complex for the anti aging solutions? Well, she has been touted as the exciting new face of fashion, standing close to 1.8 meter tall, young at about mid 20’s ( at this point of writing ), a former US athlete for tennis, swimming and hockey, has already been in the top 15 of Forbes’ list of the world’s richest models for past 2 consecutive years. It is Hilary Rhoda, a supermodel by now, for sure. The model needs applause too apart from the little brown bottle. Fair eh?

Are night creams really effective ? Yes, if the night creams are formulated with the right ingredients to optimize the skin’s behaviour at night time. In fact it is the ideal night-

"In fact it is the ideal night-time that you can have a lot of opportunities for skin detoxifying, brightening, moisturizing and reducing fine lines and wrinkle"

time that you can have a lot of opportunities for skin detoxifying, brightening, moisturizing and reducing fine lines and wrinkles. A limited edition bottle of the Estee Lauder Advanced Night Repair featuring a golden foil front panel and printed words of “Estee Lauder - 30 Years of Innovation” on the bottle’s dropper is for grab, before stocks run out as to commemorate the 30 years of their DNA research. This Synchronized Recovery Complex is fragrance free, dermatologist-tested, ophthalmologist-tested and non-acnegenic.

Here is the chronological of history for the Estee Lauder Advanced Night Repair for the anti aging solutions:

1982 - Night Repair Cellular Recovery Complex
1991 - Protective Recovery Complex
1998 - Whitening Recovery Complex
2002 - Eye Recovery Complex
2007 - Whitening Recovery Complex
2009 - Synchronized Recovery Complex

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Jelly Aquarysta | Astaxanthin - Japan Astalift Serum – Pt 4

Standing tall among the range of Astalift anti aging products is the Jelly Aquarysta, this beauty in a jar is a pre-lotion serum with lightweight water jelly texture that helps enhance moisture in skin and replace the ceramide and it is specifically formulated to mimic our skin ceramide molecules and the compatibility to our skin is therefore excellent.

This Jelly took approximately 5 years for the incubation period starting from year 2006 and one of its exclusive characters is the availability of human type ceramide whereby it has the capability for self rebuilding to its original

" Apart from this, it has also been reported that one million of Jelly Aquarysta jars were sold within a year in Japan, making it one of the most best selling beauty serum in Japan "

state. The Cream is another product to look for, as it contains a high level of royal jelly, Astaxanthin, collagen and Squalene. According to their press released, a research studies conducted in France using the Astalift product and after 3 weeks period, >90% of the women who applied with the cream had significant improvement. The reaction towards this jelly was surprisingly overwhelming ever since it was launched in 2006 / 2007. In 2011, this jelly was rated by the Japanese beauty magazine iVoce as No:1 serum under its ranking for best cosmetics. Apart from this, it has also been reported that one million of Jelly Aquarysta jars were sold within a year in Japan, making it one of the most best selling beauty serum in Japan.

It has also established strong footing and admirers at its home base Japan, reported having 7,000+ outlets, and also having very respectable presence in Britain, France, Singapore, China and Hong Kong. The brand ambassadors - actress Naomi Watts and local sensational singer / song writer Seiko Matsuda, have played a tremendous role in further endorsing the products to global reach.

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360° Anti-Wrinkle Line Filler by Swiss line Cell Shock - Pt3

The revolutionary Cell Shock, established over 20 years ago is 1 of the 6 anti-aging paramedical skincare collection and is the most well guarded secret and also the heart and soul of Swiss line Dermalab. It is also one of the most pursed anti aging collection around the world with the Cellactel 2 Complex, a bio-technologically engineered botanical cellular complex, as its main ingredient.

The Cellactel 2 Complex was evolved from the original Cellvital complex, being replaced in year 2002 as it was under much public scrutiny as it was discovered to contain traces of animal extracts. Nevertheless, it has withstood the

" The Cellactel 2 Complex was evolved from the original Cellvital complex, being replaced in year 2002 as it was under much public scrutiny "

public scrutiny and test of time and triumphantly emerged as a frontrunner for anti aging collection in global arena. Swiss line was also one of the first skincare company to replace animal extracts with botanical extracts. Presently, their most important and biggest market come from Southeast Asia, with China becoming more important and Europe and North America have been quite saturated. Its unique products contain the fabulous bio-mimetic plants that works at a cellular level, medical-grade actives and the cosmetic ingredients.

It is recommended that, after applying the usual skincare regimen, the Swiss line Cell Shock 360° Anti-Wrinkle Line Filler should be applied to selected areas of face such as : 1) smile lines (end of lips), the 2) worry lines (upper T-zone area), and 3) blink lines ( dark ring / orbital bone area) The product is available in a single size of 50ml in the form of an airless pen.

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Japan Astalift Serum - Jelly Aquarysta | Astaxanthin – Pt 3

Oxidation is always one of the main culprits of skin aging where due to the presence of free radicals. To combat this, Astalift has a powerful anti-oxidant ingredient called Astaxanthin found in trout, crayfish, microalgae, salmon, krill, shrimp and some other crustaceans.

This red colored pigment is a renowned nutritional supplement for youthful skin, resulting in a natural pinkish-reddish skin tone. Astalift has included this Astaxanthin ( Aka no Chikara – ‘the power of red’ ) as its main ingredient

" So convinced with the anti aging capability from Astaxanthin, Astallift further expanded its product into whitening series for maintaining fair skin complexion with its anti aging DNA "

and it seems logical enough that all the anti aging series products are packed in red color casing and the name ‘Asta’ from Astalift could have been adopted from Astaxanthin. So convinced with the anti aging capability from it, Astallift further expanded its product into whitening series for maintaining fair skin complexion with its anti aging DNA. This anti aging whitening series products which are packed in white ( Shiro no Chikara – ‘the power of white’ ) also contain the Astaxanthin as its main ingredient as it is touted to be able to stop the formation of melanin which can lead to freckles. The whitening lotion was voted as NO:1 MAQUIA Cosmetic Of The Year 2011 and the whitening essence was voted as NO:2 by iVOCE for Best Cosmetic For Autumn / Winter 2011.

Astaxanthin is also famed for being one of the most formidable man made nutritional supplements ever made. The industrial production of it can come from either synthetic or natural sources. It is added as to fight against the damaging effects from skin oxidation, free radicals while maintaining skin suppleness and it is 100X more effective than Vitamin E as antioxidant and 10X more than the beta-carotene found in carrots. Visit to www.naturalnews.com reports for more details.

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Swiss line Cell Shock - 360° Anti-Wrinkle Line Filler – Pt 2

The ‘inside-out’ mechanism containing 4 main actives works in such way whereby the 360° Anti-Wrinkle Line Filler utilizes its advanced kind of hyaluronic acid ( HA ) – called the Hyaluronic Acid Micro-Sponge, that uses 100% anhydrous micro-sponges delivery system and it will remain dehydrated until properly absorbed into the skin. It will then utilize own moisture from skin to quickly swell up to 30X their molecular weight and then act as line-fillers filling up from the ‘inside-out’.

In reality when all the 3 substances ( hyaluronic acid, elastin and collagen ) interacts in a complex way, you will end up with a plump, moist and youthful looking skin. This micro-sponges complement the hyaluronic acid to an entirely

" In reality when all the 3 substances ( hyaluronic acid, elastin and collagen ) interacts in a complex way, you will end up with a plump, moist and youthful looking skin "

new level of playing field and - almost on par with the use of syringe. Also read the Maria Hatzistefanis’s fabulous Rodial’s Dragon Blood Sculpting Gel Serum for the anti aging solutions which offers similar facts. For the “outside-in” mechanism, the presence of the active Lift-Relax Complex will act like a sticking tape for relaxing and smoothing of wrinkles via the muscle contractions and helps rebuilding the epidermis layer to reduce wrinkles for a longer period. Also with the action from another active, then Silica-Beads Complex, containing mixture of Silica ( quartz / sand ) beads and together with the building-block amino-acids, giving a smoothening texture and ease of dispersion and the titanium dioxide enhances the complex coverage effects. Its illusionist capability will camouflage the surface of the skin with translucent matte veil that diffracts light reflection and eventually produces a coherent an even surface like a magical in play.

And lastly, the 360° Anti-Wrinkle Line Filler from Swiss line Cell Shock range has the 4th main active - Cellactel 2 Complex, a potent bio-technologically manufactured botanical cellular complex limited only to Swiss line products for the anti-aging solution, helping skin cells to metabolize efficiently, breathe and reserve energy effectively.

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Japan Astalift Serum - Jelly Aquarysta | Astaxanthin – Pt 2

Astalift has incorporated 3 highly-targeted breakthrough technologies for its anti-aging solutions: 1) Nano-technology 2) Combination of 3 Different Types of Collagen 3) Astaxanthin.

Astalift uses the nano-technology to supply high concentration of nano elements to skin’s different

" By using its cutting edge nano-technology, it allows the Astaxanthin and the 3 different types of collagen to penetrate deeper and absorbed rapidly "

layers. One nano is equal to one millionth of mm, and one micron is equal to 1 thousandth of mm. By using its cutting edge nano-technology, it allows the Astaxanthin and the 3 different types of collagen to penetrate deeper and absorbed rapidly into the different layers of skin for better nourishment and hydration. The 1st type of collagen is the water-soluble collagen that can cover the skin surface for sealing of moisture. The 2nd type is the low molecular permeable collagen that can penetrate deeper into keratin layer to enhance skin firmness and elasticity. The small size Pico collagen, which is the 3rd collagen, cultivates the fibroblasts, a key element for self generation of collagen in our body. Many people will be wondering and curious to know how Fujifilm’s can use its decades of experience in the photography film to consolidate into its newly Astalife skincare products. The collagen ( structural protein ) that is found in our skin is actually used as the primary raw element used for the production of photography film and Fujifilm has effectively cultured collagen with same amino-acid sequencing mimicking to that in human skin.

In Astalift, this similar know how is adopted by adding 3 powerful types of collagen to replace loss of collagen, enhance elasticity and moisturize skin. Being an expert in the filed photography, it appeared that Fujifilm is passing down its hallmark by incorporating its experience in fading ( anti-oxidation) of photography into anti aging beauty and skincare regime.

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Japan Astalift Serum - Jelly Aquarysta | Astaxanthin – Pt 1

Astalift serum series was started in 2006 / 2007 to provide anti aging solutions to help women achieve wrinkle free and youthful-looking skin. It is actually a premium anti aging skincare brand originated from Japan. The meaning of ‘Astalift’ is a combination of 2 Japanese words, ‘Asta’ means tomorrow and ‘lift’ referring to lifting up of inner emotion.

This brand was created out from the diversification program by Fujifilm, a well known entity for color firm, under its life-sciences division. Although they did not dismiss the fact that the uncharacteristic introduction

" moving head on to compete with the Japanese big boys like Shiseido, Kanebo and SK II into epic battle deserves front seat attention "

of Astalift was one of the reasons for their weakening global sales, moving head on to compete with the Japanese big boys like Shiseido, Kanebo and SK II into epic battle deserves front seat attention. Surely, it is not just being a premium brand alone. ‘Diversify or die’ – Nothing stood unchanged in this world. There is nothing wrong with diversification and it actually signifies that a firm is willing to acclimatize to the shift of demand, taking pre-emptive actions and have foresights and great expectations. Here are some of the corporations that really went burst / paralyzed: Pan America, Daewoo, Enron, World Championship Wrestling ( WCW ), Lehman Brothers and Harold’s as to name a few.

A little bit of history on Fujifilm, Fujifilm was established in 1934 as a photographic film manufacturer for motion picture film, negative film and other photographic related products with Eastman Kodak ( US ) as its main rival. Later, as time passes, Fujifilm also endeavored itself into imaging solutions businesses such as digital cameras, photofinishing equipment, x-ray imaging, Synapse medical system, digital endoscope system, optical products, recording media and lately the Astalift skincare, pharmaceutical and dietary supplements under its life-sciences division.

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Swiss line Cell Shock - 360° Anti-Wrinkle Line Filler – Pt 1

The 360° Anti-Wrinkle Line Filler belongs to the Swiss line’s Cell Shock range ( series ) which at this point of writing having 20 different products and the Cell Shock White range having fewer products at 7. The Cell Shock range is targeted mainly for anti-aging solutions / repair whereas the Cell Shock White range is for skin lightening / brightening effect.

Convinced that the skin aging issue can be responded at every angle to more younger looking skin, Dermalab’s Swiss line took an inventive paramedical anti-aging solutions through its 360° De-Aging products

" continuously revolutionizing with breakthrough formula to suit better – an analogy to the Swiss precision timepiece, 360° around the clock "

and this Anti-Wrinkle Line Filler is one of its latest creation. In order to slow down the process of aging, they have embraced a ‘twin’ approach of “inside-out” and “outside-in”. For the ‘inside-out’, genetics, diet and rate of metabolisms are the factors for aging skin and for ‘outside-in’, they are always the environmental factors such as pollution, humidity, smoke and UV rays exposure. For the Swiss line brand, it caters for both professional and consumer range and it prides itself with the achievement with the paramedical methodology in the cellular therapy. According to Swiss line, they have invested heavily in R&D, quality and the ingredients and also continuously revolutionizing with breakthrough formula to suit better – an analogy to the Swiss precision timepiece, 360° around the clock.

This cutting-edge Swiss line Cell Shock 360° Anti-Wrinkle Line Filler is a balm for line-filling that is touted to utilize scientific approach to offer optimum anti-aging solutions. It reforms from “outside-in” and rejuvenates the skin from “inside-out” and is said to be 1st ever anti-wrinkle line filler in the market free from paraben, silicon and allergen.

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Younger Skin With Olay Total Effects 7 in 1 Cream – 3/3

The great thing about Olay is its consistency, over the time, the brand’s philosophy has remained unaltered by listening to the wants and changing needs by a woman and developing products that satisfy her tastes, combined with cutting-edge technology.

As for the Total Effects 7 in 1 moisturizers, they absorbs very quickly and moisturize skin well. The price is also affordable to everyone and depending on the countries that you live in, you can get the new tiny sample size of 20g per bottle.

" The price is also affordable to everyone and depending on the countries that you live in, you can get the new tiny sample size of 20g per bottle "

It is a good starter kit to those who want to give it a try. Now, Olay Total Effects 7 in 1 even has the anti aging age defying shower product for the body. For the first time, it has expanded its anti-aging product range to whole body with the introduction of Total Effects Shower Cream + Body Butter. This new shower cream is touted to enhanced Stratum Corneum hydration. Stratum Corneum is the epidermis outermost layer of the epidermis, comprising of dead cells with the purpose of forming a protective barrier for underlying tissues . As a result, it is claimed that the skin will get a healthy glow and even tone after use and with no longer rough patches appearing on your body skin. Sold in 3 versions in the same bottle color and design, the formulation includes 2 different streams – butter stream for moisturization and a shower stream for cleansing.

The anti-aging Olay Total Effects 7 in 1 has quite a wide range of products to choose from and for just the Facial Moisturizers segment alone, it already has 10-14 products and it is segmented into 5 major segments and they are the:

• Facial Mositurizers
• Specialty Treatments
• Facial Cleansers
• Body Wash
• Body Lotion

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Review On Olay Anti Aging Regenerist Series - 3/3

The Micro-Sculpting Cream, as confidently claimed by Olay to give a positive solution for anti aging with its super-hydrating ability. The 2 extremely effective hydrating elements are the glycerol and the hyaluronic acid (HA), both naturally co-exist in our skin. However, they do not stay forever, and they will deplete with age and this leads to turgor ( loss of cell volume ) with drier skin apperance.

The advancement in cosmetology has led to the use of hyaluronic acid, nicknamed "nature's moisturiser" in aiding the skin's re-hydration. The hyaluronic acid is so widely

"The advancement in cosmetology has led to the use of hyaluronic acid, nicknamed "nature's moisturiser" in aiding the skin's re-hydration"

used in anti aging products that I wonder how the world of beauty will be without it. Hyaluronic acid is responsible to the soft and hydrated feel of young skin and also well known as injectable filler in cosmetology procedure. When used topically ( externally on skin ), this water magnet mimics as a hydrating web of network that attracts moisture into the skin surface’s cells. For the Glycerol, it acts as an general and essential hydrating elements for the skin, and it occur in high volume in the cream. Supported by the niacinamide (another powerful anti-aging element ), these 2 elements will help to lock in the moisture by enhancing the skin barrier.

The Olay Regenerist series ( which is for anti aging cell regeneration series ) has a total of 8 products altogether at this point of writing:

• Micro-Sculpting Serum-new
• Superstructure Cream with SPF 30
• Regenerating Cream
• Regenerating Serum
• Eye Lifting Serum
• Night Firming Cream
• Cream Cleanser
• Micro-Sculpting Cream

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Younger Skin With Olay Total Effects 7 in 1 - 2/3

The VitaNiacin, a powerful and complex anti-aging element equipped with several anti-aging benefits to assist skin to regain its radiance and youthful glow, is the technology offered by of Olay Total Effects 7 in 1 with Niacinamide (vitamin B3) as one of the main ingredients. Other active ingredients are the antioxidants from Vitamins E,C and the Panthenol. Panthenol is also known as Vitamin B5, effective in resulting smooth skin and wound healing.

Niacinamide, commonly found in dairy, green vegetables and fish is versatile and has multi-benefits. Over the years, researchers have come to realize that it can reduce inflammation and hyperpigmentation of the skin,

" Olay researchers embraced a more holistic and subtle solution to tackle skin aging problems with the introduction of Niacinamide and VitaNiacin "

strengthen skin barrier and plays a vital part in restoring cell energy and helps restoring youthful looking skin. Another special benefits from Niacinamide are the ability to reduce skin aging due to artificial UV light, risk of skin cancer and improve pimples. When the first version of Olay Total Effects was introduced in the mid 90’s, the inclusion of retinoids in the anti aging ingredients was very popular despite of the negative perceptions associated with it. Later over times, Olay researchers embraced a more holistic and subtle solution to tackle skin aging problems with the introduction of Niacinamide and VitaNiacin and they have also understood and well informed that UV radiation is the main enemy for accelerated aging as well as pollution and smoke.

They made a major discovery that energy plays a vital role in skin aging. If the skin is engulfed with high level of energy, it will look younger and function effectively, in contrast with the older skin that is limited to energy. They have found that Niacinamide can to help to restore back the energy of aged skin to more youthful level like they once had, an analogy for providing fuel to a vehicle.

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Younger Skin With Olay Total Effects 7 in 1 - 1/3

As I remember, the story of Olay itself was started with the pinkish color cream of Oil of Ulan used by our mothers / grandmothers. Now, the story of Olay may have been a little bit different, but by no means less captivating. The story of the anti aging Olay Total Effects 7 in 1 is none other than the 10 years of story of inspiring millions of women to recognize their hopes and dreams. The Olay Total Effects 7 in 1 was actually born from the voices from women throughout the globe.

A survey carried out by Olay on some 60,000 women throughout the globe with differing cultures and geographies over 10 years ago revealed that most women

" Based on these feedbacks, the “7 signs of aging” concept was apprehended and became the motivation for Olay Total Effects 7 in 1 "

shared very similar views on aging and those signs are the wrinkles and fine lines, skin texture, age spots, tone, dryness, loss of radiance and surface dullness and pore visibility. Based on these feedbacks, the “ 7 signs of aging ” concept was apprehended and became the motivation for Olay Total Effects 7 in 1. The Olay Total Effects actually combines the 7 anti aging skin care therapies into 1 ( one ) single solution for younger looking skin with a special powerful complex formula – VitaNiacin. Let us pause for a while and accustom to some quick history about Olay. Olay, touted as No 1 facial care brand in the world, was created by a South African chemist Graham Wulff with global penetration as early as 1960’s.

The interesting part of the story was that the very first user for his product which is a facial moisturizer produced in his home laboratory, was his beloved wife. A very historical moment indeed and by fast forward for a few decades, now, Olay has worldwide presence with the name hardly to be missed by anyone.

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Rodial Dragon’s Sculpting Gel Anti Aging Serum - 2 of 2

Putting the publicity aside, let's see what can this Rodial Dragon’s Blood Sculpting Gel Anti Aging Serum truly offer to us. It has the unique substitution to the very popular injectable re-stylane, which used to volumize and re-condition skin, without the need for any needles.

The name for this sculpting gel anti aging serum is apparently inspired by the Dragon’s Blood tree, which is known as Sangre De Grago or Sangre De Drago. Both words can be used interchangebly.

" Made with a natural herb called Sarsasapogenin, this Volufiline is responsible for increasing the fatty deposits in the skin and making it plumper and smoother "

The word Sangre De Grago / Drago is originated from the language used by Kichwa (or Quechua) tribe, descendant of the Incas from the Andes mountains, now settling at the Amazon basin. When the bark is being cut, a red color sap ( resins ) that mimics blood oozes out. Sangre de Grado / Drago reigns among the most renowned plants from the Amazon Rainforest, having a wide range of medicinal properties and also one of the strongest natural antioxidants known to man. The natural sap from this tree contains the anti-inflammatory elements that preserve the skin against the abusive environmental onslaughts. The main actives ingredients in Rodial Dragon’s Blood Sculpting Gel are:

• Collageneer®
A natural found substance that assists in stimulating our own natural collagen formation which can synthesize for plumper and smoother skin tone on face. In year 2007, Collageneer® became a registered trademark under Botanical Extracts for the use as active ingredient and also sold as a sub- ingredients for cosmetics and owned by Laboratoires Expanscience, France.

• Volufiline
Made with a natural herb called Sarsasapogenin, this Volufiline is responsible for increasing the fatty deposits in the skin and making it plumper and smoother. Volufiline is also known to be hormonal free ingredient used in the enhancement of thigh, breast, and other curvy body parts.

• Commipheroline
Commipheroline is extracted from the root of Commiphora mukul tree, an Indian tree well-known in Ayurvedic medicine. It lessen the appearance of face wrinkles and at the same time improves skin elasticity.

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Rodial Dragon’s Sculpting Gel Anti Aging Serum - 1 of 2

Lately, Rodial announces its latest cutting edge invention, the Dragon’s Blood Sculpting Gel Anti Aging Serum, an addition of new member to its expanding Dragon’s Blood Serum Series that is motivated by the surgery trend, meaning an alternative solution to the surgery with the nicknamed – the liquid facelift.

As this point of writing, there are 5 existing products in the Rodial Dragon’s Blood Serum Series: 1) Hyaluronic Mask 2) Hyaluronic Moisturiser 3) Eye Gel 4) Toning Spritz and 5) Cleansing Water.

" Whether it is just being a mere coincident or not, as the launching year for this dragon blood is 2012, the Chinese will definitely have something to say "

Whether it is just being a mere coincident or not, as the launching year for this dragon blood is 2012, the Chinese will definitely have something to say. Year 2012 is the year of the Dragon in Chinese calendar. This Dragon’s Blood Sculpting Gel Anti Aging Serum is claimed to be an advanced anti aging formula to re-define facial contours, lessen skin sagging and help to get plumper and smoother skin on face. The anti aging serum works by the formation of a skin filming on the face which protects and re-condition the skin.

A little bit on Rodial, It was established by Maria Hatzistefanis in the late 90’s in London after she discovered while working as a beauty article writer that there was an apparent untapped gap in the skincare market for an effective substitution to surgery. Truly a magnificent lady with the foresight and ingenuity of a warrior and what truly amazed us was her career story where she first started with DIY from a small room from shipping orders to packing until today, with her products stamping into world presence.

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Estee Lauder Advanced Night Repair Complex Serum - 2 of 3

The anti aging solutions Estee Lauder Advanced Night Repair Synchronized Recovery Complex which revolutionized the night time genes repair was actually launched in 2009, inspired by the science DNA repair with its relationship with the clock genes.

This Advanced Night Repair Synchronized Recovery Complex is a pretty much new improved formula to replace its obsolete original Night Repair product ( called Night Repair Cellular Recovery Complex )

"Incorporating its 2 patented breakthrough formula, it is said to offer comprehensive and delicate night-time repair"

claimed to address the visible effects of damage to skin, which was introduced 30 years ago in 1982. Based on their findings, when the clock genes are in synchronization with each other, they will assist the skin to protect itself at day time and repair itself at night time. Meaning, the self-regulation by the clock genes is always in play, regulating a series of accurate timed kick back repair within each skin cell for DNA repair optimization. Incorporating its 2 patented breakthrough formula, it is said to offer comprehensive and delicate night-time repair by for the synchronization of the skin’s repair and protection like the Nightingale on watch on the wounded soldiers.

• Chronolux Technology
Provides continuous night-time repair by supporting protection processes and the natural synchronization of the skin’s repair.

• Alkyl Guanine Transferase ( AGT )
Repairs visible previous skin wound such as from toxins, smoke, pollution, and chemicals.

Estee Lauder also revealed the results from their Clinical and Sensory Research that on >500 women from various races from 30-65 of age with continuous use of the Advanced Night Repair, gave them positive results with major reduction in fine lines and wrinkles and improvement in skin tone, luminosity and radiance.

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Estee Lauder Advanced Night Repair Complex Serum - 1 of 3

With the launching of Advanced Night Repair Synchronized Recovery Complex serum for the anti aging solutions, another new milestone is achieved by Estee Lauder, touted to be one of the very few skincare entities in the world to appreciate the basic link between skin aging and DNA damage.

Research proves that there is a strong link between DNA damage and our skin aging. In fact in year 2000, Estee Lauder deemed as the pioneers in skincare genetic research, has found out that every single cell in the human body has clock genes that play a crucial role in circadian rhythms.

"Research proves that there is a strong link between DNA damage and our skin aging"

Working comprehensively with worldwide leading independent research team for the solutions for anti aging, researchers from Estee Lauder later realized the importance of the relationship between the skin aging and these clock genes. On the face alone, there are > 200 million keratinocytes (epidermal skin cells) and within each cell’s nucleus lies the DNA and youthful-looking skin counts on maintaining DNA’s health and then bad story is since we are not leaving in a perfect environment, throughout the 24h the skin is repeatedly abused by the environmental stresses, which can disintegrate the skin cells along with the DNA. When this happens, the ability to for the skin cells to perform their normal function will eventually reduce, leading to fine lines, skin sagging, wrinkles and premature skin aging.

Introducing the new el magnifico, the Estee Lauder Night Repair Synchronized Recovery Complex serum, packed in a diminutive brown bottle, which can be easily identified even at blindfolded. This little brown bottle has not changed much in appearance since its inception in 1982 with its 1st night repair complex – the classic Night Repair Cellular Recovery Complex.

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What causes for skin aging - Photoaging ( 2 )

The manifestation of UV sunray damages on your face skin can be observed by the fine wrinkles, brown blemishes and red line of spider / thread veins and usually the lighter skin people are more susceptible to the damages. These red line of spider / thread veins appearances are similar to the response to alcoholic drink.

The UVC (ultraviolet C ) although succeeded in passing through the earth atmosphere, it does not usually reach earth’s ground since it has the shortest wavelength among the 3 wavelengths and most of it is being absorbed by the atmosphere.

"At Nepal ( the highest country in the world ) or if you are going for mountain climbing, you will have to wear ski-goggles instead of sunglasses if you want to protect your eyes again UV rays"

However, it also depends on where you are living, the atmosphere absorption rate on UVC will vary with the altitude and depletion condition of the ozone layer. The UV intensity ( level ) increases with altitude because less atmosphere is available to absorb the rays and obviously if the ozone layer is not dense enough, the UV will easily pass through. At Nepal ( the highest country in the world ) or if you are going for mountain climbing, you will have to wear ski-goggles instead of sunglasses if you want to protect your eyes again UV rays.

Allow me to highlight again the number of factors that contribute to the UV intensity. I managed to dug up my dust-laden college physic course notes and here are what I have found:

• Stratospheric Ozone Layer ( the ‘protector’ )
• Time of Year
• Altitude / Latitude
• Weather Conditions
• Reflection


My Anti aging tips / solutions for younger skin :
As some people will go for tanning machine to tan their skin, in my opinion it is best to stay away as it creates a lot of contradictions. The tanning machine produces a high amount of UVA rays which was believed to be much safer than UVB. Over exposure to UVB can cause for skin cancer and also sunburn. UVA does not cause sunburn but can penetrate very deep into the skin, much deeper than UVB. What if the person is under pregnant, under certain medication or the tanning machine wasn't calibrated for some time?

Did You Know? Surfaces such as water, sand, snow, and pavement can reflect back to almost the same amount of UV radiation that reaches on them. Due to this phenomena, the UV intensity can be deceivingly high even in protected and shaded areas.

What causes for skin aging - Photoaging ( 1 )

The main reason for skin aging is from photoaging ( sun damage ) and for your information, more than 90% of the skin therapies used for skin rejuvenation are targeted at the damages made as a result from repeated exposure to UV rays. They sunray consists of different wavelengths ( λ ) and the earth atmosphere blocks us from the x-ray but allowing UVA, UVB & UVC to pass through.

UVB ( ultraviolet B ) mainly causes potential skin cancer whereas UVA ( ultraviolet A ) is the one that mainly cause skin aging by breaking down the skin supporting structures, elastin and collagen. UVB can only penetrate into the outermost skin layer ( epidermal ). On the other hand,

"Visit to your nearest car accessories shop and consider about getting your windows tinted. Apart from being an anti aging solutions by blocking the UV rays, it can also provide privacy"

UVA rays with its longer wavelength can penetrate even deeper into dermal area causing more skin destructions and the UVA can also penetrate into glass. Meaning, if you sit long in your car in daylight without using sunblock / sunscreen or your car windows are not UV tinted, it can cause your skin to age. Depending on which country you are living in, if you are in the left hand drive like in USA, you may well note some degree of increase aging on your left side of your face. Vice-versa, for UK and its commonwealth countries, with the right hand drive, your right side of your face will be more prominent to skin aging. This skin aging phenomena can also extend to arm and hand apart from the face.

My anti aging tips / solutions for younger skin :
Visit to your nearest car accessories shop and consider about getting your windows tinted. Apart from being an anti aging solutions by blocking the UV rays, it can also provide privacy, decorative applications and security for glass shattering in the event of impact. Go for Ceramic Window Film which can provide a significant increase in UV rays blocking and better heat transfer control, although it cost a bit more.

Did You Know? UV ( Ultraviolet ) rays are naked to the human eyes and although destructive to human skin, they have been used extensively in technological application such as in the photocell detector for FSG ( Flame Safequard ), a safety system which trip the power plant in the event of flame /combustion failure

Olay Anti Aging Regenerist Series Review - 2/3

The Olay Regenerist Superstructure Cream, apart from the Microsculpting Serum from the same Olay Regenerist series that offers the anti aging solutions, has the highest sunscreen among the Regenerist series at SPF30.

SPF is an acronym for Sun Protection Factor, the higher the value, the more the protection it has against sun. When aging, skin loses suppleness due to depletion of turgor (suppleness derived from H20 content within cell walls) and collagen (protein that keeps skin in elastic shape).

"hence providing a more "sculpted" look, just like the ancient Greek sculptures, chiselling millions of stone away with great patience"

Depletion of collagen can lead to loss of structural skin elasticity and firmness causing the skin to become hard, bumpy in texture and less radiant. On the other hand, depletion of turgor can cause reduction of cellular firmness, area below eyes begins to sag and uneven skin texture. At later part, wrinkles and fine lines will start to appear and causing further concern. For Olay Regenerist Micro-Sculpting Cream, which is an advanced cellular anti-aging cream, is Regenerist's first in line for "luxury super cream" to target the defficiencies. The term "micro-sculpting" may sound awkward and perplex to many, well it simply means the cream's ability to alter the millions of skin cells to smooth and supple skin, hence providing a more "sculpted" look, just like the ancient Greek sculptures, chiselling millions of stone away with great patience.

The good thing is, this Olay Micro-Sculpting Cream has a significantly higher levels of the complex (peptide, niacinamide and other elements) than the rest of Regenerist products, helping to regenerate skin and keeping it hydrated. Another unique feature of the cream is the hyaluronic acid, which helps to restore turgor and help in skin firming.

Did You Know? Our skin is made up by 3 different layers, the epidermis (outermost layer), the dermis (the middle supporting layer) and the subcutaneous layer (inner most layer). The dermis layer is the thickest among the 3 layers

Olay Anti Aging Regenerist Series Review -1/3

Olay Regenerist, a delicate product for the anti aging skincare belonging to the "penta-peptide" range, was formed in 2003 and Olay Regenerist has proudly claimed to be the avid innovator for the use of peptides for the quest for anti-aging solutions.

As every biological problem originates from the cell, hence, to tackle and find for anti aging solutions, we need to understand and examine at the cell level, following the approach suggested by E. B. Wilson, a famous cell biologist.

"As every biological problem originates from the cell, hence, to tackle and find for anti aging solutions, we need to understand and examine at the cell level, following the approach suggested by E. B. Wilson"

In another words to be easily understood - whatever affects the skin, affects the cell, The Olay Regenerist anti-aging skincare range is specially formulated to regenerate skin at the cell level. It contains the highly effective Aminopeptide Complex, a cocktail of anti-aging elements such as B5 and the anti-oxidants, carnosine pal-KTTKS, niacinamide and pro-vitamin, to solve the mysterious signs of aging like sagging skin, fine lines, age spots and wrinkles. The highly effective aminopeptide pal-KTTKS acts at the cell surface and boosting the generation of collagen, elastin and fibronectin. Niacinamide, on the other hand, is said to assist the development of skin tone, enhance skin renewal and boost skin energy and collagen production.

So, what’s so special about this Olay Regenerist Microsculpting Serum that justify for the attention? It has the highest ever concentration of niacinamide and aminopeptides in any Regenerist product at this point of writing. For your information, the release of more collagen which is great thing for skin is caused by the Aminopeptides. Coupled with the serum’s Power Release Emulsion Technology, it can also improve the absorption and delivery of the anti-aging elements and helping to get firm skin without facelift, delivering a reliable hint of promise to anti aging solutions.

Did You Know? Nowadays, due to technological advancement and research, creams and lotions can assist in protection and renewal of skin. However, choose wisely as the best are not necessarily be the most expensive .