Spring Skin Tips - Cleansing / Tazman Soothing Serum on SALE!

SPRING SKIN TIPS

Spring Skin Tips Part 2 Cleansing

Last week we wrote about the needs for hydration in spring time, and how our skin has different needs during this time. Our skin also has different needs for cleansing. Spring has arrived (in the US) and Summer is on its way.

In a future article, we will go over tonics/toners :)

The kinds of products we apply to our skin in warmer weather, can often be very different than what we apply during colder weather (fall and winter)

During spring and summer the air is warmer which makes oil production increase for most people. For those with dry skin this can be a bonus, because they may find their skin is now "normal" or less dry than before. For oily skin this can really cause the skin to get even oilier. For acne prone skin this can equal more acne than before.

Oily/Acne Prone

This type of skin needs a good cleanser that will take off oil and makeup, but without disturbing the barrier or stripping the skin of its oils. If a cleanser strips this type of skin too much, it can pump out more oil in order to compensate. More oil on top of already oily skin in summer can = more acne. Not fun!

Best choices for this type:

- Jen's Green Tea Shea Cleanser (Gentle)

- Almond Enzyme Cleanser

- Takrai Lemongrass Cleanser

- Heather Blossom Cleanser

- Simply Clean Tea Tree Cleanser (Gentle)

If you don't wear makeup your best choices may be:

- Gentle Cleansing Gel (Antibacterial)

- Soothing Gel Cleanser followed with one of our Tonics

Dehydrated/Acne Prone

This type of skin needs a cleanser that will not strip the skin (causing it to be more dehydrated) but one that is still useful to acne prone skin. Dehydrated Skin is often a result of cleansers that are stripping, and excessive use of acids and or/exfoliation. Chlorinated water (water that isn’t filtered) and environmental factors can also contribute.

Best choices for this type if wearing makeup:

- Sensitive Cleansing Oil

- Blemish Prone Cleansing Oil

If not wearing makeup:

- Gentle Cleansing Gel (Antibacterial)

- Soothing Gel Cleanser followed with one of our Tonics

Rosacea/Oily (more rare) (often acne prone)

This type of rosacea is more rare, because most with rosacea skin are also very dehydrated/and or dry. This is because the same things that cause dehydration and dryness are the same things that set up in inflammation response in the Rosacea Skin Type. Rosacea skin is often a result of cleansers that are stripping, and excessive use of acids and or/exfoliation. Leading to inflammation in the skin, due to the barrier being compromised. Chlorinated water (water that isn’t filtered) and environmental factors can also contribute.

Best choices for this type if wearing makeup:

- Super Sensitive Cleansing Oil

- Blemish Prone Cleansing Oil

If not wearing makeup:

- Soothing Gel Cleanser

- Soothing Creme Cleanser

Rosacea/Dehydrated (sometimes Acne Prone)

This is the most common with Rosacea, and often can present with acne as well. Rosacea is often caused from the same things mentioned above - strong acids, exfoliation and stripping Cleansers. Rosacea prone skin that is also acne prone, can also find that moisturizers/creams can cause issues (including clogging and cystic acne) but also it seals heat into the skin so they can find that this makes rosacea and inflammation worse. In fact I do not suggest using any of these, while healing your skin from Rosacea. Chlorinated water (water that isn’t filtered) and environmental factors can also contribute.

Best choices for this type if wearing makeup:

- Super Sensitive Cleansing Oil

- Blemish Prone Cleansing Oil

If not wearing makeup:

- Soothing Gel Cleanser

- Soothing Creme Cleanser

Dry and or Dry/Aging (NOT acne prone)

For this skin type - Cleansing Oils or Cream Cleansers are your best bet! Dry skin should always avoid surfactant/soap type cleansers, excessive acids and excessive exfoliation. (this can only contribute)

Best choices for this type if wearing makeup:

- Super Sensitive Cleansing Oil

- Sensitive Cleansing Oil

- Creamy Cleanser (any of them)

If not wearing makeup:

- Soothing Gel Cleanser (possibly with a few drops of oil) like Borage, Tamanu, RoseHip or Evening Primrose)

- Soothing Creme Cleanser

- If also acne prone - this becomes just a bit more complicated, as you cannot use a cream. In this case I suggest:

- Super Sensitive Cleansing Oil

- Sensitive Cleansing Oil

If not wearing makeup:

- Soothing Gel Cleanser with a few drops of oil (like Passion Fruit, Borage or Evening Primrose)

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SALE

Tazman Berry Calming

and Soothing Serum

30% While Supplies Last!

This weekend only :)

Tazman Berry Pepper is an extract from Tasmanian Pepper, a black-ish purple berry that grows in the mountains of Australia. It is a very enduring species that tolerates cold winds and thrives on rocks and in harsh elements. It is an anti-inflammatory ingredient that soothes the skin and instantly reduces skin redness induced by UV radiation. It also has anti-allergenic properties which are really helpful, especially in this spring weather where allergies are are their highest.

Tazman Berry Pepper contains Polygodial, a powerful active anti-inflammatory ingredient that reduces vasodilation and oedema to soothe the skin. It also has anti-allergenic and antimicrobial properties. This berry also contains Anthocyanins, which make it have a high antioxidant level (3x greater than blueberries with TEAC) to protect against free radicals. Anthocyanins are free radical scavengers that protect cells from oxidative damages. It also contains rutin, an anti-inflammatory known to strengthen capillaries. It can also have a great impact on the appearance of dark circles. In vivo study results show that Tazman Pepper instantly reduces skin redness induced by UV radiation (after single application of a cream containing 2% Tazman Pepper) [see studies below]

The presence of inflammatory mediators in the epidermis plays a critical role in the

development of reactive skin. In vitro experiments were done to demonstrate the efficacy of Tazman Pepper™ to reduce cutaneous inflammation. Tazman Pepper™ inhibits the release of IL-8 induced by IL-1α

Tazman Pepper™ dims the inflammatory cascade for optimal calming effect.

SOOTHING ACTION

Reduction of itching sensations

Test protocol

- 20 healthy volunteers with

sensitive/reactive skin

Application of a 2% Tazman Pepper™ cream or placebo

The itching sensations induced by an irritant chemical (capsaicin) were assessed right after the application and up to 5 minutes later.

Tazman Pepper™ results in:

• Immediate itching reduction;

• 79% decrease in itching sensations after only 5 minutes.

Tazman Pepper™ relieves instantly itching discomfort.

Reduction of burning sensations

Test protocol

- 20 healthy male volunteers with sensitive/reactive skin

Application of a 2% Tazman Pepper™ cream or placebo-

The burning sensations induced by an irritant chemical (capsaicin) were assessed

right after the application and up to 5 minutes later.

Tazman Pepper™ results in:

• Fast-relief of burning sensations;

• 58% decrease in burning sensations after only 5 minutes.

Tazman Pepper™ provides a fast relief from burning sensations.

It will help reduce razor burns.

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As requested! Our latest oil offering is freshly infused Organic Calendula Oil in Safflower!

Properties

- Regenerative

- Anti-inflammatory

- Soothing

- Promotes circulation

Why is our oil better? We do a process called "double maceration". This means that after the first infusion we take the oil and infuse again with fresh, dried flowers. Many people are under the assumption that fresh is the only way to infuse Calendula Flowers, when, in fact, if done fresh the water content causes the integrity of the oil to drop and it becomes rancid more quickly. This is why we use dried flowers.

Calendula stimulates the formation of new tissue, and has anti-inflammatory properties which are soothing to the skin. Excellent for damaged or injured skin tissue, as calendula gently promotes blood circulation, which helps with the healing process.

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NEW Sample for our Sample Program

Blemish Prone Moisturizer

(Oil & Wax Free)

This is our new oil free, wax free moisturizer. Emulsified with a special type of liposome.

We formulated this to be moisturizing to acne prone skin without the waxes or oils that are in many other products. So many goodies in here. Thyme Leaf and Neem Leaf Hydrosols, Niacinamide and Azelaic Acid, Manuka Tea Tree Oil and Holy Basil Essential oils (just enough, not too much!) and specialized Liposomes emulsify this without the waxy emulsifiers that often clog skin and cause acne.

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Shipping Update!! Please read..

We have tried to avoid raising the price on shipping, absorbing the costs of shipping since the recent USPS Postal increase. We are not able to do this any longer.

The following shipping options have been increased -

Priority within the USA - has increased to $7.85

First Class International - 2nd Tier option has increased to $15.50

Thank you for your understanding!

Garden of Wisdom

440 W Goodwin Street

Prescott, AZ 86303