Sunburn MacGyr Mask

Summer is in Full swing and sunburns are easy to get and can ruin a vacation.  I travel a lot and don’t always have my ingredient apothecary near me, so I’m gonna let you in on my MacGyvr skin skills.  I have a secret remedy that I use when I get too much UV.  It speeds healing time and takes the pain down a few notches, as well as moisturizes the crispy skin.  There are a few common ingredients that you can obtain at most hotels to soothe a sunburn. 

Sunburn Soothing Ingredients (approximate measurements, doesn’t have to be exact):

• 1 tsp Honey

• 1-2 Chamomile Tea Bags

• 1-2 Green Tea Bags

• Small bucket of Ice

• 1/4 cup or 1 packet of Oatmeal

• 2 Egg Whites

• 3 Cups Water

• 2 tsps of Aloe, if you can get your hand on some.

• If you only have a couple of these items, that is ok, improvise, all ingredients are anti-inflammatory and will speed healing.

DIY Mask Instructions:

1.     Heat 2-3 cups of water in the microwave and add the oatmeal to it.  You’ll want way more water than it takes to make the oatmeal. Also add to the hot mixture, green and/or chamomile tea bags. Let this set for 5 minutes.

2.     After 5 minutes, remove the tea bags and sift out the solid oatmeal, leaving the oatmeal/tea water behind.  You can throw the solid oatmeal away.

3.     While its still warm, mix in 1 teaspoon of honey and put container on ice or in the freezer till cool (NOT ice cold).

4.     Remove from ice/freezer and mix in 2 egg whites. Add 2 teaspoons of aloe if you have it too.

5.     Apply mixture to face or any burned area 1-2 times per day for 15 minutes.  Shower it off gently with tepid water and pat dry.  Immediately, while still damp, apply a non-scented lotion and stay out of direct sunlight. 

I highly recommend investing in some SPF clothing so you don’t have to put chemical SPF on over the sunburn, where it can soak right in.  That said, if you don’t have these clothes, wear SPF to protect your skin further if you’ll be in the sun.  Reapply often.

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Reversing Sugar Binge Skin Issues

Now that you've stuffed yourself with Easter goodies, we unwrap how it affects your skin ... and how to reverse the damage.

Elevated insulin (caused by too much sugar) can increase oil production in the skin, leading to clogged pores, blackheads, spots and acne. Additionally, high sugar intake can cause inflammation, which can exacerbate acne, Rosacea, eczema and other skin conditions.

Excessive sugar consumption can negatively impact skin health long-term by promoting inflammation, damaging collagen and elastin, aging the skin and body faster.  This occurs through a process called glycation- where sugar molecules attach to proteins in the skin, forming advanced glycation end products (AGEs). AGEs damage collagen and elastin, leading to wrinkles, sagging skin, and loss of elasticity.   

Reversing this damage completely is not possible, but we can lessen the effects by using retinol, sunscreen, using natural antioxidant rich skincare products and by using peptides and hyaluronic acid. J Renee organic products and skincare treatments are packed with these ingredients for a reason! Natural ingredients have been extensively studied and proven to positively effect skin beauty and skin health.

While not consuming sugar is optimal, that's just not realistic. Doing monthly facials and using antioxidant rich skincare products at home daily will help erase the effects of some of the fun holiday treats. It’s imperative to use proper skincare at home and get facials if you regularly indulge in sugary treats, bread and pastries and alcohol. Schedule your facial today and we will asses your skin, assign you a skin type and make a home routine for you so there is no guessing or wasting money or time on preserving your youthful beauty.

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Study on Antioxidants for Topical Use in Anti-Aging

Spotlight on Glycolic Acid

Studies prove it stops AND REVERSES signs of skin aging.

Glycolic acid (GA) has been studied and is proven to reverse photo-aging (sun damage), which means it successfully reverses age spots, crepey and sagging skin, wrinkles and acne scarring.  Amazingly: a 2018 paper also reports that glycolic acid has a protective effect against UVB rays, meaning it may help prevent photoaging!

GA is an alpha-hydroxy acid (AHA) derived from sugar cane that can penetrate the skin easily (being the smallest and one of the strongest molecules). It induces biological responses that can help restore skin's integrity; it helps the body produce more collagen.

GA stimulates the skin's production of hyaluronic acid in the deeper layers to plump crepey skin from the inside out, as well as brightening and polishing skin texture to create a youthful and dewy luster to reverse a dull and crinkled skin appearance.

Glycolic acid can, however, cause irritation for people with exceptionally sensitive skin, which is why our glycolic mask contains a low amount of acid and has calming ingredients to help soothe the skin.  Incorporate a weekly glycolic mask, right after your home peel, to see extraordinary glowing skin!

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It’s Peel Season!

According to the Journal of The Korean Society of Food Science and Nutrition, scientific studies on skin show that pumpkin, along with red paprika and tomato, reverse the elevated levels of reactive oxygen species (ROS). Excessive amounts of ROS can damage cellular and DNA, leading to premature aging and cancer. Pumpkin also contains a plethora of antioxidants that soothe skin and help improve collagen production to plump up the skin and lessen the look of wrinkles. While the pumpkin mask sits on your skin, it’s dissolving the damaged skin cells, while leaving healthy cells intact, revealing the healthy even-toned cells beneath. In just 10-15 minutes, you’ll see improvement. With a series of 3 pumpkin home facial kits, done 10 days apart, you’ll be amazed at the results.

J. Renee Peels are all natural and use fruit enzymes from pumpkin, papaya, pomegranate and other fruits as well as natural lactic, glycolic and citric acids. Our exfoliating masks are labeled peels but the actual action of enzymes is to dissolve or digest the dead skin cells, so there is no yanking or peeling action needed, which can damage sensitive skin.

Our home facial kits have professional products and specific instructions on how to do each step. The kit includes: Cleanser, Pumpkin Enzyme Peel, Scrub, Soothing Mask, Toner, Serum and Lotion. Get exemplary results using professional organic peels and masks in the comfort of your own home.