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    Image Insights

    The 4-Step System: Balance

    May 10, 2021Nurse Grace Oppong

    The 4-Step System: Balance

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    May 10, 2021

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    Image Insights

    The 4-Step System: Balance

    The 3rd step in our 4-Step System is to BALANCE the skin’s moisture levels with hydrators, emollients & occlusive to maintain the feel of improved skin smoothness, firmness, and resiliency.


    Hydrators are also known as humectants, they draw moisture from the surrounding environment into skin cells & plump it. Key ingredients in hydrators are Hyaluronic acid, Aloe, Lactic acid, Glycerin, Snail Mucin, etc.

    Pro Tip: Apply gel to the palm and use fingers to press gel into the skin. Hydrator must be applied to wet skin to draw moisture into cells or cells will become more dehydrated. Use hydrating toner mist before applying if needed.

    Grace’s Recommendation: Balancing Hydrator Boost, Peptide Luminous Moisturizer


    Moisturizers are oil-based ingredients, including occlusive agents, such as petrolatum or mineral oil, and emollients like esters and plant oils.

    They work by creating a seal on the surface of the skin that prevents trans-epidermal water loss They also make the skin feel smoother and less dry. Key ingredients in moisturizers are shea butter, various oils, lanolin, Arnica, etc.

    Pro Tip: Apply to palm and apply/press into skin

    Grace’s Recommendation: Luminous Crème Complex, Luminous Ret-Peptide



    Hydrate from Inside Out!

    ✔️Drink 2-3L of water daily

    ✔️Eat water-rich foods watermelon, strawberries, celery, cucumber, etc.


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    Our Hydrator & Moisturizer category of products dramatically improves skin hydration and texture, without clogging pores or feeling heavy. Our balancing products layer beautifully with our TREAT and PROTECT products.

    When selecting a hydrator, emollient or occlusive moisturizer in our online shop, filter your selection by selecting Hydrator & Moisturize in our 4-Step System to see our various hydrators & moisturizers for your skin concerns & needs 🛍🛒

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