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CANNA-CAN
UK-based wellness company Cellular Goods recently released a white paper outlining five key benefits to cannabinoids in skincare. The paper, titled ‘The 5 A’s of Cannabinoid Skincare’, revealed that after robust scientific research, the following impacts could be evidenced in the skin:
1. Ageing Prevention (where cannabinoids could be successfully used in conjunction with other anti-ageing ingredients such as Vitamin C, retinoids and exfoliating acids);
2. Anti-Inflammatory (where CBG and CBD have been noted to prevent skin inflammation caused by UV radiation, for example);
3. Antioxidant (where in comparison to Vitamin C, CBG and to a lesser extent CBD had markedly higher antioxidants and were consequently more effective at preventing the formation of ROS — a key driver of ageing — within human dermal fibroblasts);
4. AntiBacterial (by combating blemishes without irritating the skin); and
5. Anti-Melanogenesis (with CBG lauded for its effectiveness in enhancing the anti-melanogenesis outcomes of select skin brightening actives).
SWEET SERUMS
Australian ingestible beauty brand OPTY.NC has launched a line of edible serums. Three Ingestible Probiotic Serums have been released: Moisture Surge, Dermal Clarify, and Dermal Restore, each designed to target and improve specific skin concerns. On the development of the formulations, OPTY.NC co-founder and naturopath, Cate Lilja said it was “understood that enhancing bioavailability was paramount to the success of our targeted serums. T hat’s where fermentation came in.” Each serum contains a blend of pre, pro and postbiotics, working together to rectify gut issues that can impact the skin.
To stock, contact sales@optync.com.
HEADS UP
The Australian Treasury, in partnership with Everymind, has developed the Ahead for Business program to provide resources tailored to small business owners. The relaunched online hub provides written, spoken and video tools for individuals looking for advice regarding topics such as finances, mental health, job demands, and stress management. Resources are free.
PB LOVES: DERMAVIDUALS
dermaviduals’ bespoke skincare range has over 30 years of product development that has achieved global success among skin aestheticians and health professionals. The bespoke skincare range designed to treat individual skin types and conditions sets dermaviduals products apart from the conventional blanket-approach.
WHAT’S ON
- The Aesthetic & Beauty Industry Council (ABIC) will host its 2023 Education Event in Melbourne on Sunday 12 February.
- Brisbane welcomes its very first Platinum Beauty Expo, running 11–12 March.
- Cosmoprof Bologna 2023 will kick off 16 March through to 20 March, showcasing key beauty trends from across the globe.
- The Australasian Society of Cosmetic Dermatologists (ASCD) will run its 2023 Annual ASCD Symposium across 24–26 March.
- For makeup lovers, Bombshell Beauty Academy’s Makeup Conference has released a new date of Monday 27 March, to be held in Melbourne.
+ Fast Fact: Pantone recently announced the 2023 Colour of the Year to be Viva Magenta (18-1750). The rich red hue is said to reflect strength and bravery. Pantone notes of the colour: its “exuberance promotes a joyous and optimistic celebration, writing a new narrative.” Expect to see this shade on the lips of your clients as the year progresses!
This article originally appears in the January-February 2023 print edition of Professional Beauty.
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