Secrets of Anti-Aging

Collagen, Elastin and Hyaluronic Acid are crucial for keeping the structure of the skin intact, strong, and most importantly, healthy! As we age these structures begin to slow down and decrease production, leading to signs of aging, such as fine lines and wrinkles.

Apr 9, 2020 4:16:51 PM / by The Institute of Skin Science

Collagen, Elastin and Hyaluronic Acid are crucial for keeping the structure of the skin intact, strong, and most importantly, healthy! As we age these structures begin to slow down and decrease production, leading to signs of aging, such as fine lines and wrinkles.

At GlyMed Plus we know that Aging is inevitable; in fact, it’s a privilege to grow old as many are not given the opportunity. However, we strongly believe in aging gracefully. As we age gracefully, we are making sure the skin is active and healthy. This means the skin is being stimulated to keep up on cellular functions that normally would decline if they were not encouraged by active ingredients.

Active ingredients such as: Alpha Hydroxy Acids, Beta Hydroxy Acids, Retinol and even Peptides help to keep the skin's cellular network stimulated, preventing the decline of collagen, elastin and hyaluronic acid. In fact, more than 85% of GlyMed Plus products encourage these critical functions!

Every active ingredient plays a role in either supporting the skin's renewal or rebuilding process. Both are critical for keeping skin in shape and preventing the signs of aging to occur.

Here are a few of our favourite Anti-Aging products:

Cleansers

Gentle Facial Wash and Peptide Cleanser

Treat | Masques

Anti-Aging Masque and Wrinkle Prescription Masque

Treat | Serums

Active: Facial Hydrator and Retinol Restart Serum

Non-Active: Stem Cell Power Serum and Wrinkle Remedy

Balance

DNA Face & Neck Cream and Intense Peptide Skin Recovery Complex

Balance | Eye & Lip

Eyes: Anti-Wrinkle Eye Cream and CBD Regenerative Eye Cream

Lips: Lip Science

Protect

Photo-Age Environmental Protection Gel 15 & 30

If you have any questions and would like to speak to one of our friendly Master Aestheticians in your area please email support@glymedplusaustralia.com.au

Written by The Institute of Skin Science

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A Rainbow of Colours

The actual color of skin is affected by many things, but the most important substance is melanin. Melanin is produced in the skin by cells called melanocytes through a process called melanogenesis.

Apr 16, 2020 7:23:11 PM / by The Institute of Skin Science

The rainbow of skin colours is what makes each of us unique and the world so beautiful. An individual’s skin colour is based on genetics but were your ancestors the same colour as you? Research suggests that the populations over the past 50,000 years have changed skin colour as they migrated to different parts of the world. Skin pigmentation in humans has evolved by a process of natural selection. Depending on the geographic location, people’s skin developed into different colours according to the need to protect themselves from UV radiation. People located closer to the equator developed into darker skinned populations. Those that were closer to the two poles had less UV radiation and the population developed to be fair skinned.

The actual colour of skin is affected by many things, but the most important substance is melanin. Melanin is produced in the skin by cells called melanocytes through a process called melanogenesis. In humans melanogenesis is over stimulated by UV rays. During this process, oxidation of the amino acid tyrosine takes place. This results in an immune reaction by the melanocytes to protect the skin and produces more pigment. We all roughly have the same number of melanocytes. However, someone with a darker Fitzpatrick type has more active melanocytes than someone with a lighter Fitzpatrick and is prone to more hyperpigmentation.

There are three basic types of melanin, neuromelanin, pheomelanin, and eumelanin. Neuromelanin is a dark pigment found in the brain. Pheomelanin is a pink to red hued pigment that is found in large amounts in red hair, as well as in the lips, nipples, and reproductive glans. Eumelanin is the most common type of pigment. There two types of eumelanin – brown eumelanin and black eumelanin. It is found in hair, nipples, and skin. The different colours of hair that it produces are grey, black, blonde, and brown. Black and brown hair comes from a mix of brown and black eumelanin, while blonde hair has a very small amount of brown and no black eumelanin.

An increase or an overproduction of melanin is known as hyperpigmentation, which results in uneven pigmentation of some sort regardless of a person’s genetic disposition. Sun exposure, hormones, and medications are often the cause of hyperpigmentation. Some common types are:

• Melasma, Chloasma, or Pregnancy Mask: Skin discoloration caused by hormones.

• Post Inflammatory Hyperpigmentation: Darkening of skin caused by trauma to the tissue.

• Freckles: Characterized by clusters of concentrated melanized cells.

• Age spots, solar lentigo, or Liver Spots: Darkening of spots caused the sun and aging. Hypopigmentation is characterized by areas of skin becoming lighter or whiter than the normal skin colour. Some common types are:

• Vitiligo: Skin condition characterized by patches of skin losing their pigment.

• Genetic Defects

• Albinism: A rare inherited condition characterized by a lack of pigmentation in the hair, skin, or eyes resulting from a defective production of melanin from tyrosine. Regardless the colour of your skin. Proper skincare – including SPF and active treatments, are the best methods of maintaining your PERFECT colour in the rainbow.

If you have any questions and would like to speak to one of our friendly Master Aestheticians in your area please email support@glymedplusaustralia.com.au

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Excess Oil - Fuel to the Acne Flame

Acne can be aggravated by many things but there are three main factors that are required for acne to develop in the first place: excess oil, dead skin build up, and an overgrowth of bacteria. The combination of these three factors lead to congestion in the pores (follicles) and can escalate to different grades and categories of acne.

Apr 23, 2020 4:52:20 PM / by The Institute of Skin Science

Acne can be aggravated by many things but there are three main factors that are required for acne to develop in the first place: excess oil, dead skin build up, and an overgrowth of bacteria. The combination of these three factors lead to congestion in the pores (follicles) and can escalate to different grades and categories of acne. All three factors contribute to acne but there is one that plays a major role in this condition—oil.

Oil, also known as sebum, is the major trip wire for acne. It is the biggest contributor for acne because it binds dead skin cells and bacteria together in the pore, leading to build-up and blockages. To better understand how oil plays a role, you need to understand the sebaceous gland.

The sebaceous gland is a microscopic organ that creates and secretes oil (sebum) to help lubricate and waterproof the body, specifically the skin. This gland is part of the integumentary system and makes up the pilosebaceous unit, which is the hair follicle, hair shaft, erector pili muscle, and sebaceous gland. This unit works to support the structures of your skin, hair, and nails.

When the sebaceous gland is producing an appropriate amount of oil, the skin is healthy and protected. However, when there is too much stimulation or excess oil being created, it acts like glue and starts to collect dead skin cells. Eventually, this creates a blockage in the pore, trapping bacteria, which will multiply and thrive in the confined pores. This overgrowth of bacteria will further trigger the body's immune response which leads to inflammation and it all started because of excess oil.

Luckily, there are ingredients that can be used to help with this over production of oil. Salicylic acid is an amazing ingredient that works like a mop to help absorb the excess oil that is being produced. It provides antibacterial properties and helps clean into the pore itself, which is unique when compared to Alpha Hydroxy Acids.

Now upon learning this, many individuals begin addressing the excess sebum and they neglect following up with a moisturizer. They feel that since they are oily, they do not need the extra moisture. This is far from the truth! Over stripping and drying out the skin causes the sebaceous glands to create more oil, thus creating a vicious cycle that continues on, leaving anyone with acne feeling discouraged.

It is important to remember that BALANCE is key when caring for acne. We need to address the excess oil but we also need to support and rebalance the skin with the appropriate amount of hydration.

The GlyMed Plus Serious Action Line contains acne-fighting ingredients like Salicylic Acid and Benzoyl Peroxide. They also contain Aloe Vera, Arnica Montana, and soothing humectants to help preserve the health of the skin while caring for acne. We believe in maintaining the integrity of the skin which is why our Serious Action Line is used by many professionals—because it works!

If you have any questions and would like to speak to one of our friendly Master Aestheticians in your area please email support@glymedplusaustralia.com.au

Written by The Institute of Skin Science

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