by Rhonda Allison

(Excerpts from April 2016 issue of Dermascope magazine, featuring the Vivoderm Anti-Aging Mask).

Milk has been used throughout history to care for the skin. Many people are familiar with Cleopatra’s fabled milk baths and, as it turns out, numerous other noble women throughout history followed suit. These women realized the youth-preserving benefits that milk provided the skin. Milk is immensely rich in nutrients, including proteins, lipids, vitamins, minerals, and, of course, the ingredient that is responsible for its cell-regenerating abilities: lactic acid.

Today, lactic acid is used in aesthetics and skin care to deliver a host of benefits to the skin and correct signs of aging, acne scarring, dehydration, discoloration, and more.

What is Lactic Acid?
L-lactic acid is a keratolytic alpha hydroxy acid that is also known as ‘milk acid.’ It is gentler than glycolic
acid and provides exfoliation without provoking irritation. It also softens the skin, increases desquamation, stimulates cell regeneration, improves the skin’s texture, and has natural brightening abilities.

(Chemical / Technical Details)

Lactic acid is also chiral in that it contains two optimal isomers. Essentially it has two parts: a left-handed part and a right-handed part. This is why lactic acid is often accompanied by an ‘L.’ This letter denotes the
chirally-correct molecule of the acid is being used. The ‘L’ form is absorbed more easily by the skin and increases the overall performance.

The body naturally produces lactic acid during normal metabolism and exercise. When the demand for energy spikes in the body, such as during strenuous or power workouts, glucose is broken down and oxidized to pyruvate, which then stimulates the production of lactate. This process is beneficial because it helps ensure energy production is maintained. Even during rest, lactate continues to be produced as a result of metabolism in red blood cells that lack mitochondria.

Some research has even shown lactate to play an important role in early-stage development for brain metabolism and as an energy source for the brain in the metabolism of neurons.

L-lactic acid is an important alpha hydroxy acid that may be used in peels, facials, and homecare regimens to help correct the signs of aging, hyperpigmentation, some acne and acne scarring, uneven tone and texture, and more.

While many alpha hydroxy acids are derived from fruit, lactic acid is most-commonly derived from fermented milk or sugar (or yogurt) and is considered a non-toxic, active, and organic substance.

Common Uses for Lactic Acid

Although L-lactic acid may be used to help correct numerous skin issues, it is particularly beneficial in the treatment of aging. It also works well for sensitive skin and skin of color, which may be more prone to dryness, post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation, and discoloration. Acid selection will, of course, always vary by person and should be chosen based on specific skin type and goals.

In treating aging skin, L-lactic acid really shines. It stimulates cell turnover and collagen production to firm sagging skin, sheds pigmented cells, brightens the overall tone, and delivers hydration beyond the surface. Because of its exfoliating capabilities, this acid allows for more efficient penetration than other pro-youth ingredients.

It also increases dermal and epidermal thickness, thus revealing more firmness and less fine lines and wrinkles. While lifting epidermal cells, lactic acid stimulates the synthesis of collagen and hyaluronic acid at the cellular level, resulting in smoother and younger-looking skin. In the treatment of acne, L-lactic acid helps to loosen follicle impactions, reduce corneocyte cohesion, and thicken the corneum layer. It also helps stimulate cell turnover and tissue regeneration while delivering important hydration and brightening benefits.

For hyperpigmentation and other sun-induced discolorations, L-lactic acid is beneficial for many skin types and provides exfoliation and skin-brightening support. It is also gentler than glycolic acid and typically does not induce skin irritation.

When properly used, L-lactic acid is an invaluable tool in the treatment room and at home to correct the visual signs of aging, effectively treat acne, and brighten and even the skin tone. Taking a daily milk bath is not necessary, but a daily dose of lactic acid will provide many benefits for your skin.

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Featuring the Vivoderm Intense moisturizer with our Anti Wrinkle Eye Cream as a  gift with purchase (GWP).

Nowadays most people are choosing to go natural for treating their skin. If you want to avoid harsh chemicals, you must choose a skincare brand that helps to clean, replenish and heal at the same time. The best brand for you would be Vivoderm. It believes in harnessing nature’s powers to restore, repair and protect your skin. The natural skin care products are safe for all types of skin.

This reputed herbal skin care brand use nature’s most potent ingredients in their products that help in healing your skin. Our skin absorbs a lot of things that comes it in contact with. All day long it is exposed to a lot of chemicals and pollutants that are harmful for the skin. Hence, it is of utmost importance that you use natural skin care products that would be beneficial for your skin.

Vivoderm Sample Kit for $1

Vivoderm offers a wide range of products that you can consider for healing your skin. From their famous 100% herbal anti acne mask to their anti aging kit, there are plenty of products to choose from. Since the Vivoderm line is so rich and effective,  you will be able to save money too.

If you are unsure whether the natural skin care products will work on your skin then you can order for a sample kit for just $1. It is an affordable and convenient way to try out the product line offered by the brand. The kit contains the full line of facial creams – zinc and intense moisturizer, foot and body cream along with a large face mask sample for anti-aging.

You can also buy the products in packages that will work out more reasonable for you. Some of the package deals include the cleanser and toner package, sun damage duo, and anti-wrinkle bundle.

Give your skin the nutrient-rich healing it deserves and avoid the chemicals.

Do you hate to look at the mirror anymore because what you see doesn’t reflect the face your remember? You are not alone. Many men and women have reported significant changes in their facial features and skin elasticity after the age of 40. Struggling with tired and wrinkled eyes and sagging skin doesn’t have to be a permanant condition. Starting off

Vivoderm Natural Anti Wrinkle Eye Cream

with a daily skin care routine and adding a natural eye cream to blast those wrinkles can be a few simple steps away.  For some, finding an anti wrinkle eye cream that is effective can be like finding a needle in a haystack. This is the very reason why most women (and men) these days are opting for medical treatments such as botox and chemical peels to get rid of wrinkles fast.

However, the chemical treatments do have their side effects and the cost is beyond the reach of many. Moreover, with time many women and men have now understood the importance of using natural skin care products and taking care of their skin and body to prevent unnecessary invasive treatments. Although, the market is flooded with different under eye creams, they hardly live up to their claims. It has been proven in many outside studies, that these commercial products for aimed at treating wrinkles and dark circles are little to no good at all.

So, if you are in search of a rich, anti wrinkle cream that is truly effective and made from 100% natural ingredients then you should definitely try out Vivoderm’s anti wrinkle eye cream. The Vivoderm anti wrinkle eye cream is infused with natural wrinkle-busting moisturizers like sweet almond oil, coconut oil and omega 3’s along with Vitamins A and E. Beta Carotene, the primary ingredient, is also a natural skin healer and wrinkle reducer. Natural herbs, like lavender help boost your skin’s immune reponse along with healing Aloe Vera. It helps to hydrate, protect and repair the skin dramatically. Using it regularly you will be able to reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles under your eyes.

The skin around your eyes is soft, thin and very susceptible to stress and harmful effects of the environment. Hence, it requires special care from you. So do yourself a favor, forgo all those dangerous laser treatments and chemical peels and  treat yourself to a natural eye cream solution today.

Nowadays we are bombarded with skin care products that claim to offer brilliant results of renewls and rejuveination. However, most of these products often come with a hefty price tag. But, sometimes a simple product with natural ingredients can also work wonders for you. Lavender is such a plant which if present in your facial creams and body lotions can be extremely beneficial. It belongs to the mint family and has been used for centuries around the world as a makor healing and antimicrobial herb.

Lavender is an excellent healing herb

Lavender has many well known uses among herbalists and one of them is rejuvenating cells. The oil from this plant also has many wonderful rehydrating properties that make your skin fresh and revitalized. Lavender is a great essential oil that comes with a sweet scent. Lavender oil present in any skin care products can prevent scarring. You can also use this element for soothing sunburns. Oncce in a ltion or cream base, it adds wonderfully to the moisturizing effects that help in skin nourishment. Lavender helps in treating psoriasis and eczema too. It also has healing effects that reduces your itching and pain that these skin conditions can bring on. So you see, Lavender really is a wonder herb!

Vivoderm, a skin care brand that offers only natural skin care products uses lavender in their anti-wrinkle eye creams and facial masks. These masks and facial creams are very beneficial for your skin because they are infused with vitamins, minerals and exotic herbs to aid in the benefical properties of lavender. The eye cream especially is ideal for the soft skin around the eyes. It helps to soften down imperfections and lines and prevents the appearance of future wrinkles. By using a natural eye cream regularly, you will deliver a moisture boost to the skin around the eyes and look years younger.

When you go through magazines or browse through the internet, you will find that there are a number of healing options for the under-eye skin problems. All you need to do is find a great anti-wrinkle eye cream that can erase under-eye circles and reduce wrinkles.

Anti-wrinkle cream is in fact the development of an advance cosmetic research that is responsible for stimulating the skin cells. This heals the damage that causes wrinkles, dark circles, lines and bags.

We all are aware of the term ‘crow’s feet’. It is the first sign of aging where fine lines and deep wrinkles crop up around the eyes. This area is completely devoid of eccrine sweat glands, which means it is not naturally hydrated unless it is taken care of. Most women barely care for the eye area until the pre-middle age sets in. But as soon as the mid-twenties, the outside areas of your eyes will start to show inevitable signs of aging.

The equation is very simple, for those who take good care of their skin, the wrinkles won’t be seen earlier but those who do not, they are sure to face some trouble.

It is the elasticity of our skin that acts like a rubber band to get back to the original form soon after it is compressed or pulled. The most unfortunate fact is when we get older, our skin automatically loses its softness. It is only due to the lessening of our major body proteins (elastin and collagen) that are solely responsible for the formation of deep wrinkles. The best way to avoid such problems would be using anti-wrinkle eye cream that is made with natural products.

To be really helpful to your skin, it would be wise to start using under eye cream from age twenty on a daily basis to help prevent the formation of crow’s feet. Make sure to apply the anti- wrinkle eye cream before going to bed at night and each day under your makeup.