*Sponsored article | Environ Skincare South Africa*

Advancements in cosmetic science have revealed how stress impacts the health and appearance of the skin. These findings steered Environ to undertake its own research and develop a breakthrough product formulation that targets the long-term effects of stress on the skin for a radiant, younger-looking appearance.

With a fast-paced lifestyle that demands more hours of work and less downtime, cases of chronic stress and anxiety are on the increase. We also need to consider the crippling effect that a global pandemic has had not only on the economy but also on our psychological and physical well-being. Indeed, numerous reports from around the world have shown this impact, how it’s affecting people’s daily lives, as well as their quality of sleep. It has sadly become a norm and one that cannot be avoided.

So how does stress affect our skin?

Thanks to advances in neuroscience and cosmetic research, we are discovering far more about the connection between the brain and the skin. The skin is both an immediate stress perceiver and a target of stress responses. When we are anxious, the brain and the skin release stress hormones – cortisol, in particular – which is the body’s primary stress hormone that also plays a role in other bodily functions.

In the case of prolonged exposure to external and internal stressors (emotional, physical, and mental stress, pollution, smoke, sleep deprivation, and UV exposure), skin cells don’t stop producing cortisol. This compounded effect over time (coupled with high concentrations of this primary stress hormone) has been scientifically proven to compromise the immunity of the skin.

It then threatens the skin barrier functioning, which can result in a dull, fatigued appearance and aggravated signs of ageing, such as lines, wrinkles, and loss of elasticity.

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How can we treat stress-related skin concerns?

Environ has performed extensive skincare research to develop a first-of-its-kind overnight booster that targets the negative long-term effects of stress on the skin. The result is skin that is more luminous and youthful-looking.

The new Focus Care Youth+ SERIÉNCE™ Night Serum is formulated with an intelligent Malachite-Neuropeptide Complex that has been scientifically proven to protect, reset, relax, and reconnect the skin from within, cell by cell. The complex consists of the following key ingredients:

Malachite Extract, known as the Ancient stone of Egypt, is a protective copper complex with antioxidant benefits that have been proven to help boost skin cell immunity and defence against environmental stressors.

Neurophroline™ is a fast-acting, calming neuropeptide derived from Wild Indigo Seed extract. It has been scientifically shown to control the adverse effects of stress hormones on the skin. It achieves this by inhibiting up to 70% of cortisol production by keratinocytes in just 2 hours after application. Dull skin is transformed into youthful luminosity.

Argireline® Amplified offers advanced muscle relaxation effects. This all-in-one peptide is scientifically proven to target the effect of fatigue while visibly smoothing lines and wrinkles for a softer, more relaxed appearance.

Matrixyl® Morphomics™ is a peptide that is proven to smooth the appearance of frown lines, marionette lines, nasolabial folds, and crow’s feet by helping re-establish vital skin connections and rebuild an optimally functioning network.

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Environ Focus Care Youth+ Seriénce™ Night Serum is priced from R995.00 and is available at selected salons nationwide in South Africa. Find a stockist www.environskincare.com

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