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by Taylor Foley
What skincare benefi ts do lipids offer?
Nicole S. Akers, assistant vice president of education and
development, SkinCeuticals in Chicago: Lipids are the skin's
natural fats; lipid production declines as we age, which can
result in rough surface texture, tightness and loss of facial
fullness. Because they play a crucial role in maintaining the
skin's protective barrier, they are critical components in aiding
the skin's natural repair process and a 'non-negotiable' for
every antiaging skincare regimen.
Karen Asquith, national director of education, G.M. Collin in
Montreal: Essentially, lipids keep the good things in and the
bad things out. As a constituent to the skin's barrier function,
lipids minimize transepidermal water loss, infi ltrate impurities
and are responsible for skin's suppleness.
Charlene DeHaven, MD, clinical director, iS CLINICAL
in Irvine, California: Bio-identical lipids—or lipids that are
chemically the same as those found in the skin—can augment
the barrier during times of defi ciency, including postprocedure,
sunburn or other injury. It's important to keep in mind that
although lipids can help lessen water loss, they will not reverse
the underlying cause of dehydration.
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LIPID PRODUCTS
Guinot
Rejuvenating
Foot Care
guinotusa.com
iS CLINICAL
Sheald Recovery
Balm
isclinical.com
G.M. Collin
Eye Contour
Corrector
gmcollin.com
BelleCôte Paris
Ultra Lifting Day Cream
bellecoteparis.com
Elina Organics
Mermaid Elixir
elinaorganics.com
Lipids
Experts reveal why lipids
are the secret weapon to
achieving healthier skin.