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Protect and care for winter skin
The cold season poses particular challenges for our skin. Dry air, cold and heating deprive it of moisture. But with the right products and tips, your skin will stay healthy and radiant through the winter. The biggest skin problems in winter – and their solutions During the winter months, the heating is often on full blast and the cold winter air awaits outside. The result: dry skin that flakes and itches. But why is this the case? The cold air and low humidity outside remove important moisture from the skin. In addition, the warm heating air indoors dries out the skin further. At the same time, the skin’s natural protective barrier is weakened by the changing conditions and exposes it even more to irritating conditions. Another factor is the reduced production of sebum in winter, which makes it more difficult to bind moisture. What can you do about it? Dry skin can often flake and itch, which makes it all the more important to take measures such as a solid skincare routine. Avoid redness The ingredients already mentioned are important to counteract redness and provide optimal support for the skin. Another aspect is, of course, cleansing your skin. Anaaka’s foaming cleanser and make-up remover are free from chemicals and drying alcohols. They support your daily winter skin care routine and optimally remove make-up, dirt and other deposits from the skin. The ingredients urea, allantoin and glycerin do not dry out the skin and are the perfect complement to rich creams. Key ingredients for the cold season Hyaluronic Acid You should definitely include hyaluronic acid in your winter skincare routine! The power ingredient can do a lot when it comes to water retention! Hyaluronic acid can bind 1,000 – 10,000 times of its own weight in water. It therefore plays a crucial role in moisturizing your skin. It helps to keep the skin hydrated and ensures plump and elastic skin. Fine lines caused by dry skin are magicked away and wrinkles are reduced. Peptides Peptides are actually very powerful ingredients in skincare that can significantly improve your winter routine. They are made up of short chains of amino acids and work in different ways to regenerate, strengthen and protect the skin. Especially in the cold months, when the skin is often stressed by the dry, cold air and constant temperature changes, peptides such as those contained in Anaaka products can make a valuable contribution. Peptides help to strengthen your skin barrier by stimulating skin cell regeneration and increasing skin density. They also promote the production of collagen, which ensures firm and elastic skin, thus reducing the appearance of wrinkles and fine lines, which can occur more frequently due to winter stress. Peptides also have an anti-inflammatory and soothing effect, which makes them ideal for sensitive or irritated skin. They help to soothe redness and irritation that can be caused by cold weather, hot showers or dry air. Overall, peptides provide effective support in maintaining a healthy, well-nourished complexion that is protected from external winter conditions. Lactic Acid Lactic acid is an extremely versatile ingredient that plays a key role in skin care, especially during the winter months. It acts as a gentle exfoliant and removes dead skin cells without severely irritating the skin. This process promotes cell renewal, leaving the skin smooth and radiant. Lactic acid can make an important contribution, especially in winter, when the skin dries out easily due to cold air, heating and temperature changes. This is because dry skin often tends to flake and appear uneven – this is where the exfoliating effect of lactic acid comes into play, helping to reduce these irregularities and make the skin appear fresh and even again. Lactic acid has another important function: it is an excellent natural humectant. This means that it is able to attract moisture from the air and bind it in the skin. This is particularly valuable in winter, when the humidity outside drops and the skin is additionally dried out by constant heating. Practical winter tips 1. The right care As you have already read in this blog post, the right winter skincare is the foundation for a well-groomed and radiant complexion. 2. Avoid hot water and long showers Do you experience this too? After a cold winter’s day, a long and, above all, hot shower is a particularly good idea – but you should be careful here, because water that is too hot and a shower that lasts too long can strip your skin of its natural moisture and help it to dry out much faster than it needs to. A duration of 10 to 15 minutes is recommended and should be used as a rough guideline. After the shower, you should also gently pat your skin dry and not rub it dry, as this can irritate the skin. 3. Apply cream immediately after showering/cleansing your face The perfect time to apply cream to your face is after a shower or after cleansing your face – your skin is still damp and the creams ideally seal in the moisture that is still on your skin. 4. Don’t forget sun protection – even in winter Many people think that sun protection is only important in summer. However, UV rays are not only limited to good weather, but can also damage your skin in the winter months. So in winter, use a day cream with a light sun protection factor to prepare your skin for the day. 5. Carry lip balm with you It’s not just your skin that is quickly stressed by the cold winter days, but also your lips. They can quickly become dry, chapped and flaky and can even cause pain. To avoid this, you should always carry a rich lip balm with you, especially in winter. Look out for ingredients such as shea butter, beeswax or ceramides.
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Is sunscreen only for sunny days?
Importance of your daily Anaaka skincare routine Sunscreen is not only important during summer vacations or on those sunny days at the beach; it must be applied all day, every day, without exception.Are you wondering why? Well, let’s first talk about the damage UV rays do to your skin:The skin can age prematurely and develop sun damage symptoms, including wrinkles, leathery skin, liver spots, sunburns, and sometimes skin cancer, as a result of exposure to the sun’s rays. And did you know that it only takes 5 to 10 minutes for it to cause all this damage? That’s when sunscreen comes to the rescue, while it helps in protecting the skin from all the damage mentioned before by absorbing UV rays, it also repairs it, reduces signs of aging, and helps even out the skin tone. All in all, yes, you should wear sunscreen even on rainy and cloudy days, since it is unclear exactly which UV radiation wavelength causes skin damage, and yes, you must incorporate it into your daily skincare routine.
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Pure Hyaluronic Acid : Use and Benefits
Hyaluronic acid is a chemical that naturally exists in several body parts, although its concentration is very high in some bodily fluids, such as: fluids in the joints and around the eyes.Now the impure hyaluronic acid is found in animals, especially Porks, and that is not the best option for people who chose to only use halal products.On the other hand the organic Hyaluronic acid can be found in various sources from nature, such as the Cassia also called Senna plant. How To Use ? Hyaluronic acid is mostly found in the form of serums, which is actually the best form for it preserves the benefits of the substance.Hyaluronic acid serums must be applied on a clean face, after the process of cleansing and toning. A few drops must be applied and massaged through the skin, and because of its light texture, serums are easily absorbed throughout the top layers of the skin.A tip that some dermatologists advise skincare lovers to do is not to completely dry your skin from water before applying hyaluronic acid, this trick helps the serum get absorbed fully through the skin. Benefits of Pure Hyaluronic Acid: Hyaluronic acid has numerous benefits on the skin: It is the best for fighting aging symptoms. According to a study, using this acid as a supplement will improve and tighten your skin, as well as minimize wrinkles and fine lines.Hyaluronic acid is the best moisturizer for the skin, It is additionally demonstrated to promote wound healing and lessen scarring. All in all, hyaluronic acid is a magical ingredient that gives you a fair skin free from imperfections, the Organic form of hyaluronic acids is as good as the one found elsewhere, it is up to you to choose if you want a cruelty free, and halal version of the acid.
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What is Jello Skin and How to Achieve it?
The term Jello skin was brought by the Korean Skincare influencer Ava Lee, after she posted a viral tik-tok video where her dermatologist described her skin as jello, because of its ability to bounce back when pinched, she said that her skin is firm, just like the perfect consistency for jello. How to reach Jello Skin? Let’s start with things you must avoid; poor nutrition, sun exposure, alcohol consumption and smoking. Those are number one reasons why the skin loses its elasticity. The principal factor for Jello skin is Collagen, whether it is found in your diet, your skincare products or your body is producing it, but you need to find a way to include collagen in your life. Some experts recommend eating an anti-inflammatory diet rich in fish, lean meats and eggs, this will motivate you to produce more Collagen which will keep your skin strong and elastic. Vitamins and Antioxidants are also great for boosting Collagen in your skin, Especially Vitamin A, E and C. Studies have shown that Retinoids are a great way to delay aging symptoms on your skin. Hyaluronic acid-infused serums and lotions do help skin recover some of its natural suppleness. Hyaluronic acid supplements may also be advantageous to take. Genistein is a common soy isoflavone that has been shown to provide great anti-aging benefits as well. Those are only a few of many tricks and treatments for a perfectly elastic skin. Overall, make sure to include vitamins in a rich diet, always apply sunscreen, inside and outside, and avoid smoking and alcohol assumptions, they surprisingly can accelerate your aging symptoms.
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The Power Of Essential Oils
Essential oils are great ! They work as anti-inflammatories, antibacterials with their protective antioxidant and antimicrobial properties, they balance or reduce skin oils, depending on how your skin is, they can preserve its moisture, repair it and improve the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles. Isn’t that magical ! Helichrysum Essential Oil Also called Everlasting Essential Oil or Immortelle Essential Oil, this magical oil has many benefits: It has anti-inflammatory, antifungal, and antibacterial effects. It soothes inflammation, while also reducing pain.It serves as both a daily tonic and a complex assistance in cases of severe trauma. Sunflower Oil Sunflower oil’s Vitamin E contains Antioxidants that prevent wrinkles and premature aging, preserving the youthful appearance of the skin. Linoleic acid, another component of sunflower oil, helps your skin maintain its natural moisture and protects it from dryness. This rich oil is found in our Foaming Cleanser. Bergamot Essential Oil Bergamot oil contains a number of substances with antibacterial and anti-inflammatory effects. Thanks to this, bergamot oil is great for curing acne, dark spots and scars especially for those who don’t have sensitive skin. This essential oil is found in our Foaming Cleanser.. Grapefruit Essential Oil Grapefruit essential oil is known to be great for cleansing, it helps balance oily complexions, and minimize the appearance of blemishes, acne and imperfections It is also the principle ingredient in Anaaka’s Foaming Cleanser. Safflower Oil Safflower oil is known to be non comedogenic, this means that it won’t clog your pores when applied to your skin, even better, it is actually great to cure acne and pimples. Thanks to its anti-inflammatory properties. When applied a few times a week, it aids in clearing your pores and imperfections. It is best if you include it in your evening skincare routine, it works better when applied at night. It is also one of the many beneficial active ingredients found in our Overnight Revitaliser.
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