G’day skintellectuals. Well winter hit us with a bang. It has been freezing! Dana, Tess, Casey and Jade have been getting lots of enquiries about dry winter skin. Here at the ESK offices, I have been scouring through the latest medical journals to bring you this month’s science wrap and they’re quite a cracker!
Go to bed before 11pm for a young face
Are you a late-night owl? Might want to try to head to bed earlier when you read this. A Chinese study of just over 200 women in Shanghai was published in the latest edition of the Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology. They asked the women what time they usually went to bed and then analysed their skin. Those who went to bed after 11pm had less skin hydration, less skin firmness and elasticity, while trans epidermal water loss, sebum and wrinkles were significantly increased compared to those who went to bed before 11. I’m an early bird so this study was super interesting to me.
Hyaluronic Acid is anti-inflammatory, especially after sunburn
A Japanese study, published in the Journal of Dermatological Science looked at the effects of low and high molecular weight hyaluronic acid on cells in a Petrie dish. These cells were exposed to UV radiation. In the Petrie dish, both low and high molecular weight hyaluronic acid (HA) had strong anti-inflammatory effects. “Skin care with HA-containing products after daily UV exposure can help to keep skin healthy,” the authors concluded. One more data point in the emerging evidence for Hyaluronic Acid.
Hair loss after SARS-CoV-2 infection (HLASCI)
Did your hair fall out after COVID? You’re not going crazy! It’s a thing! And it has a name - Hair loss after SARS-CoV-2 infection (HLASCI), according to the authors of a new meta-analysis of trials published from Japan In The Journal of Dermatology. The cause is actually a process called Telogen effluvium, which is a common cause of hair loss, especially after a severe infection. After COVID, the various studies found that between 6 and 29% of people get hair loss after COVID. As for what to do about it, we don’t have a lot of research to draw on. But 5% Minoxidil, which is an over the counter product may help. The authors said there’s not enough evidence to recommend vitamin D, biotin, or iron supplements, antioxidant and anti-inflammatory shampoos and lotions or even microneedles.
And that's all for this month ESKers!
If your skin is feeling dry this winter, check out our kit designed specifically for this:
Dry Skin Anti-Aging Kit
Our Dry Skin Anti-Aging Kit is here to rescue skin that’s feeling parched, tight, or even a little irritated. Dry, dehydrated skin can make fine lines look more pronounced and sometimes feels itchy or uncomfortable, often due to a damaged skin barrier. This kit is designed to deeply hydrate, soothe, and repair, bringing relief to dry skin while tackling signs of aging. Packed with nourishing, evidence-based ingredients, it works to smooth wrinkles, brighten dullness, and restore that soft, supple feel. Give your skin the lasting comfort and hydration it needs to look and feel its best, every day!
Featuring;
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Strong collagen builders
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Gentle ingredients
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Powerful skin barrier builders
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Powerful moisturising formulations
Retinal is not suitable for use in pregnancy.
C Forte can be comedogenic in acne prone skin and can cause irritation in sensitive skin, including rosacea.
And in other ESK news, we launched Spotless last week! Our latest addition to our microneedle patches family! Take a peak here:
Spotless: Microneedle Patches
Our Spotless Patches are your new go-to for tackling early-stage pimples, right from home! Each pack includes 8 patches, each patch packed with 300 dissolving, painless hyaluronic acid microneedles. These microneedles deliver a potent blend of acne-fighting ingredients like salicylic acid, vitamin B3, tea tree oil, and green tea directly to the pimple. This powerful formula works to reduce inflammation, clear pores, and soothe skin, helping you stop breakouts in their tracks. Keep a pack on hand for a quick, targeted solution that’s easy, effective, and skin-friendly. Say goodbye to surprise pimples and hello to clear, confident skin!
Featuring;
- Painless 0.3mm dissolving microneedles made of hyaluronic acid
- Ingredients to reduce the size & severity of early-stage pimples
- Proven results for both acne and acne scars
- Gentle application and no rebound pigmentation
Each pack contains 8 patches. Each patch is single use.
Banish and fade early stage pimples with 300 dissolving Hyaluronic Acid microneedles tipped with Salicylic Acid, Vitamin B3, Tea Tree Oil and Green Tea.
- Reduce the size & severity of early-stage pimples
- Manage acne and acne scars
- No irritation, redness or rebound pigmentation
Each pack contains 8 patches. Each patch is single use.
Reference
https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S092318112200158X?v=s5#!
https://www.sciencedirect.com/journal/journal-of-dermatological-science
https://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/full/10.1111/1346-8138.16475