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Your skin barrier plays a critical role in preventing premature aging. When its compromised, you skin will let you know.
SIGNS YOUR SKIN BARRIER MAY BE COMPROMISED
You may notice one or more of the following:
Dry, flaky skin.
Persistent dryness or itchiness.
Redness or visible irritation.
Skin that feels tender to the touch.
Rough or uneven patches.
Fine vertical lines on your cheek.
Stinging or burning when applying your skincare products.
Skin that looks dull or uneven skin tone.
WHAT CAUSES A COMPROMISED SKIN BARRIER?
Several factors can weaken your skin barrier, including:
Harsh cleansers that strip the skin of its natural lipid barrier.
ALL acid-based products including alpha, beta, and polyhydroxy.
These products are all designed to remove "dead" skin cells, but unfortunately they damage your skin barrier.
Certain professional treatments can also compromise the barrier. Some in-office procedures such as laser treatments or HydraFacial-remove the top layer of your skin entirely.
Aging is another major factor. Over time, our skin naturally loses the lipids that protect it.
In our 20s, we begin to lose SQUALENE.
By our 30s, CERAMIDES start to decline.
By our 40s, our essential FATTY ACIDS decrease.
By our 50s, and menopause, we have lost almost 60% of our natural skin lipids.
CAN YOUR SKIN BARRIER RECOVER?
ABSOLUTELY!
Your skin is an organ, and its remarkably good at healing itself-but it does need support. That support comes in the form of HYDRATION, LOCKED-IN by skin-identical lipids.
HOW TO RESTORE and STRENGTHEN YOUR SKIN BARRIER
The key is replenishing what your skin has lost. HYDRATION alone isn't enough-it must be sealed in with the right lipids.
The curbAGE skincare "barrier support system" delivers both:
INSTANT HYDRATION.
CONTINUOUS HYDRATION, sealed in by skin-identical, plant-based lipids.
*To find the right "barrier support system" for your skin type take our SKIN QUIZ.
**IMPORTANT NOTE: If you have been diagnosed by a doctor with an underlying skin condition related to a compromised skin barrier, continue to follow their medical advice.
The short answer is NO!
As part of my skincare formulation classes, I researched many types of industry certifications-Vegan, Organic, EWG, Leaping Bunny, and others. While these certifications may sound reassuring, and their logos look appealing on packaging, there are some important things I want you to be aware of:
ANYONE can claim almost anything they want because there is no single governing body overseeing these so-called "certifying boards". There is no legal authority that penalizes companies for misrepresenting their process or products. Each certifying organization creates its own rules and regulations, and may certify based largely on self-reported information-as long as the company is willing to pay for the certification.
All those come at a cost.
Certification fees are expensive and recurring. For example:
"Vegan" certification is $250-$15,000 annually, depending on sales.
"Organic" certification is $1,500 per year on average.
"Natural" certification is $2,000-$7,000 annually.
"Leaping Bunny" certification is $400-$4,500 per year, depending on sales.
These costs don't disappear-they are passed on to the consumer. That means YOU pay more for your product. I'm not willing to do that. In my opinion, that is an unfair business tactic.
So, here's what I will tell you ...
curbAGE skincare products are as vegan as possible, and NO ANIMAL by-products are used in our formulations. The terms "organic" and "natural" are not regulated at all, which is why my focus is not on "buzzwords," but on SAFE SKINCARE-and our skincare is SAFE!
Every product is made WHEN YOU ORDER IT. Nothing sits on a shelf waiting to be sold. My formulas are designed using the highest quality ingredients available, and ALL formulas are tested for safety and stability. I stand behind every product, and my customers consistently agree that they are of high quality.
We don't need a certification-and i don't need to charge you extra for one.
The short answer is NO!
As part of my skincare formulation classes, I researched many types of industry certifications-Vegan, Organic, EWG, Leaping Bunny, and others. While these certifications may sound reassuring, and their logos look appealing on packaging, there are some important things I want you to be aware of:
ANYONE can claim almost anything they want because there is no single governing body overseeing these so-called "certifying boards". There is no legal authority that penalizes companies for misrepresenting their process or products. Each certifying organization creates its own rules and regulations, and may certify based largely on self-reported information-as long as the company is willing to pay for the certification.
All those come at a cost.
Certification fees are expensive and recurring. For example:
"Vegan" certification is $250-$15,000 annually, depending on sales.
"Organic" certification is $1,500 per year on average.
"Natural" certification is $2,000-$7,000 annually.
"Leaping Bunny" certification is $400-$4,500 per year, depending on sales.
These costs don't disappear-they are passed on to the consumer. That means YOU pay more for your product. I'm not willing to do that. In my opinion, that is an unfair business tactic.
So, here's what I will tell you ...
curbAGE skincare products are as vegan as possible, and NO ANIMAL by-products are used in our formulations. The terms "organic" and "natural" are not regulated at all, which is why my focus is not on "buzzwords," but on SAFE SKINCARE-and our skincare is SAFE!
Every product is made WHEN YOU ORDER IT. Nothing sits on a shelf waiting to be sold. My formulas are designed using the highest quality ingredients available, and ALL formulas are tested for safety and stability. I stand behind every product, and my customers consistently agree that they are of high quality.
We don't need a certification-and i don't need to charge you extra for one.
The #1 reason there are 2 serums and no lotion/cream is because of ONE ingredient, that one ingredient is called an EMULSIFIER. An emulsifier is a substance that binds two ingredients together that are not compatible, like oil and water. When you formulate an "emulsion" (lotion/cream) you need something to combine the "oil" phase and the "water" phase together. While learning how to formulate my own skincare I ran across several reasons why this particular ingredient is one I will not use. I will list some short answers here but read my blog on emulsifiers for more information.
1 Emulsifiers are occlusive and heavy on the skin causing your skin to "sweat".
2 "Sweating" causes a "wash-out" effect on your skin.
3 Emulsifiers can cause irritation and TEWL (water loss), creating redness and dry skin.
4 Emulsifiers limit the "active" ingredients you can use.
Does our skin need an emulsifier, NO! It is strictly a functional ingredient for your skincare product, it does nothing for your skin except cause unnecessary problems. So I decided to formulate my "water" phase and "oil" phase into 2 separate serums and have my customers "mix" them together. And as an added benefit you can customize your "mix" to your liking and what your skin needs at that particular moment.
One word answer ... NO!
This "myth" keeps rearing its ugly head, so let's address it clearly.
The idea that seed oils are bad for your skin comes from warnings originally aimed at DIGESTING ULTRA-PROCESSED seed oils. And yes-consuming highly refined, ultra-processed oils is not in our best interest. However, those same rules do not apply when putting them on the skin.
A common claim is that seed oils can oxidize on the skin, causing free-radical damage. This is ABSOLUTELY FALSE! Oils can only oxidize in three ways: heat, light, and oxygen. Let's use a highly sensitive oil as an example-Hemp Seed Oil.
Hemp Seed Oil has an average shelf life of 3 months (for comparison, coconut oil lasts roughly 3 years). If you leave a bottle of Hemp Seed Oil in direct sunlight, it will oxidize faster-perhaps in 6-8 weeks. The same is true if the bottle is repeatedly opened and is exposed to oxygen,
But here's a key point: you don't wear oils on your skin for weeks or months at a time. Oils don't remain on the skin long enough to oxidize this way-they absorb, wear off, or are washed away.
Now let's talk about heat. Hemp Seed Oil needs to reach 420 degrees before it begins to oxidize. If your skin is that hot, you have far bigger concerns than oil oxidation.
So-seed oils are NOT oxidizing your skin.
The idea that seed oils are bad for your skin is a fear-mongering narrative, currently being used heavily by some tallow-based skincare brands.
REFINED vs UNREFINED Seed Oils
The distinction does matter.
If a skincare brand doesn't clearly state whether their oils are unrefined, ask them. One major clue is consistency. If every batch looks exactly the same, the oils are likely refined. If a company says colors may vary from batch to batch, that usually indicates unrefined oils. Our lipid serums, for example, are often similar in color-but not always-because we use unrefined oils. Seasonal changes, different farms, and natural variations affect color and scent, which is exactly what you would expect from truly unrefined plant oils.
For more information, read Parts 1 and 2 of our blogs "Are Seed Oils Bad for Your Skin".
The short answer is NO!
As part of my skincare formulation classes, I researched many types of industry certifications-Vegan, Organic, EWG, Leaping Bunny, and others. While these certifications may sound reassuring, and their logos look appealing on packaging, there are some important things I want you to be aware of:
ANYONE can claim almost anything they want because there is no single governing body overseeing these so-called "certifying boards". There is no legal authority that penalizes companies for misrepresenting their process or products. Each certifying organization creates its own rules and regulations, and may certify based largely on self-reported information-as long as the company is willing to pay for the certification.
All those come at a cost.
Certification fees are expensive and recurring. For example:
"Vegan" certification is $250-$15,000 annually, depending on sales.
"Organic" certification is $1,500 per year on average.
"Natural" certification is $2,000-$7,000 annually.
"Leaping Bunny" certification is $400-$4,500 per year, depending on sales.
These costs don't disappear-they are passed on to the consumer. That means YOU pay more for your product. I'm not willing to do that. In my opinion, that is an unfair business tactic.
So, here's what I will tell you ...
curbAGE skincare products are as vegan as possible, and NO ANIMAL by-products are used in our formulations. The terms "organic" and "natural" are not regulated at all, which is why my focus is not on "buzzwords," but on SAFE SKINCARE-and our skincare is SAFE!
Every product is made WHEN YOU ORDER IT. Nothing sits on a shelf waiting to be sold. My formulas are designed using the highest quality ingredients available, and ALL formulas are tested for safety and stability. I stand behind every product, and my customers consistently agree that they are of high quality.
We don't need a certification-and i don't need to charge you extra for one.
The short answer is NO!
As part of my skincare formulation classes, I researched many types of industry certifications-Vegan, Organic, EWG, Leaping Bunny, and others. While these certifications may sound reassuring, and their logos look appealing on packaging, there are some important things I want you to be aware of:
ANYONE can claim almost anything they want because there is no single governing body overseeing these so-called "certifying boards". There is no legal authority that penalizes companies for misrepresenting their process or products. Each certifying organization creates its own rules and regulations, and may certify based largely on self-reported information-as long as the company is willing to pay for the certification.
All those come at a cost.
Certification fees are expensive and recurring. For example:
"Vegan" certification is $250-$15,000 annually, depending on sales.
"Organic" certification is $1,500 per year on average.
"Natural" certification is $2,000-$7,000 annually.
"Leaping Bunny" certification is $400-$4,500 per year, depending on sales.
These costs don't disappear-they are passed on to the consumer. That means YOU pay more for your product. I'm not willing to do that. In my opinion, that is an unfair business tactic.
So, here's what I will tell you ...
curbAGE skincare products are as vegan as possible, and NO ANIMAL by-products are used in our formulations. The terms "organic" and "natural" are not regulated at all, which is why my focus is not on "buzzwords," but on SAFE SKINCARE-and our skincare is SAFE!
Every product is made WHEN YOU ORDER IT. Nothing sits on a shelf waiting to be sold. My formulas are designed using the highest quality ingredients available, and ALL formulas are tested for safety and stability. I stand behind every product, and my customers consistently agree that they are of high quality.
We don't need a certification-and i don't need to charge you extra for one.
The short answer is NO!
As part of my skincare formulation classes, I researched many types of industry certifications-Vegan, Organic, EWG, Leaping Bunny, and others. While these certifications may sound reassuring, and their logos look appealing on packaging, there are some important things I want you to be aware of:
ANYONE can claim almost anything they want because there is no single governing body overseeing these so-called "certifying boards". There is no legal authority that penalizes companies for misrepresenting their process or products. Each certifying organization creates its own rules and regulations, and may certify based largely on self-reported information-as long as the company is willing to pay for the certification.
All those come at a cost.
Certification fees are expensive and recurring. For example:
"Vegan" certification is $250-$15,000 annually, depending on sales.
"Organic" certification is $1,500 per year on average.
"Natural" certification is $2,000-$7,000 annually.
"Leaping Bunny" certification is $400-$4,500 per year, depending on sales.
These costs don't disappear-they are passed on to the consumer. That means YOU pay more for your product. I'm not willing to do that. In my opinion, that is an unfair business tactic.
So, here's what I will tell you ...
curbAGE skincare products are as vegan as possible, and NO ANIMAL by-products are used in our formulations. The terms "organic" and "natural" are not regulated at all, which is why my focus is not on "buzzwords," but on SAFE SKINCARE-and our skincare is SAFE!
Every product is made WHEN YOU ORDER IT. Nothing sits on a shelf waiting to be sold. My formulas are designed using the highest quality ingredients available, and ALL formulas are tested for safety and stability. I stand behind every product, and my customers consistently agree that they are of high quality.
We don't need a certification-and i don't need to charge you extra for one.
The #1 reason there are 2 serums and no lotion/cream is because of ONE ingredient, that one ingredient is called an EMULSIFIER. An emulsifier is a substance that binds two ingredients together that are not compatible, like oil and water. When you formulate an "emulsion" (lotion/cream) you need something to combine the "oil" phase and the "water" phase together. While learning how to formulate my own skincare I ran across several reasons why this particular ingredient is one I will not use. I will list some short answers here but read my blog on emulsifiers for more information.
1 Emulsifiers are occlusive and heavy on the skin causing your skin to "sweat".
2 "Sweating" causes a "wash-out" effect on your skin.
3 Emulsifiers can cause irritation and TEWL (water loss), creating redness and dry skin.
4 Emulsifiers limit the "active" ingredients you can use.
Does our skin need an emulsifier, NO! It is strictly a functional ingredient for your skincare product, it does nothing for your skin except cause unnecessary problems. So I decided to formulate my "water" phase and "oil" phase into 2 separate serums and have my customers "mix" them together. And as an added benefit you can customize your "mix" to your liking and what your skin needs at that particular moment.
One word answer ... NO!
This "myth" keeps rearing its ugly head, so let's address it clearly.
The idea that seed oils are bad for your skin comes from warnings originally aimed at DIGESTING ULTRA-PROCESSED seed oils. And yes-consuming highly refined, ultra-processed oils is not in our best interest. However, those same rules do not apply when putting them on the skin.
A common claim is that seed oils can oxidize on the skin, causing free-radical damage. This is ABSOLUTELY FALSE! Oils can only oxidize in three ways: heat, light, and oxygen. Let's use a highly sensitive oil as an example-Hemp Seed Oil.
Hemp Seed Oil has an average shelf life of 3 months (for comparison, coconut oil lasts roughly 3 years). If you leave a bottle of Hemp Seed Oil in direct sunlight, it will oxidize faster-perhaps in 6-8 weeks. The same is true if the bottle is repeatedly opened and is exposed to oxygen,
But here's a key point: you don't wear oils on your skin for weeks or months at a time. Oils don't remain on the skin long enough to oxidize this way-they absorb, wear off, or are washed away.
Now let's talk about heat. Hemp Seed Oil needs to reach 420 degrees before it begins to oxidize. If your skin is that hot, you have far bigger concerns than oil oxidation.
So-seed oils are NOT oxidizing your skin.
The idea that seed oils are bad for your skin is a fear-mongering narrative, currently being used heavily by some tallow-based skincare brands.
REFINED vs UNREFINED Seed Oils
The distinction does matter.
If a skincare brand doesn't clearly state whether their oils are unrefined, ask them. One major clue is consistency. If every batch looks exactly the same, the oils are likely refined. If a company says colors may vary from batch to batch, that usually indicates unrefined oils. Our lipid serums, for example, are often similar in color-but not always-because we use unrefined oils. Seasonal changes, different farms, and natural variations affect color and scent, which is exactly what you would expect from truly unrefined plant oils.
For more information, read Parts 1 and 2 of our blogs "Are Seed Oils Bad for Your Skin".
The short answer is NO!
As part of my skincare formulation classes, I researched many types of industry certifications-Vegan, Organic, EWG, Leaping Bunny, and others. While these certifications may sound reassuring, and their logos look appealing on packaging, there are some important things I want you to be aware of:
ANYONE can claim almost anything they want because there is no single governing body overseeing these so-called "certifying boards". There is no legal authority that penalizes companies for misrepresenting their process or products. Each certifying organization creates its own rules and regulations, and may certify based largely on self-reported information-as long as the company is willing to pay for the certification.
All those come at a cost.
Certification fees are expensive and recurring. For example:
"Vegan" certification is $250-$15,000 annually, depending on sales.
"Organic" certification is $1,500 per year on average.
"Natural" certification is $2,000-$7,000 annually.
"Leaping Bunny" certification is $400-$4,500 per year, depending on sales.
These costs don't disappear-they are passed on to the consumer. That means YOU pay more for your product. I'm not willing to do that. In my opinion, that is an unfair business tactic.
So, here's what I will tell you ...
curbAGE skincare products are as vegan as possible, and NO ANIMAL by-products are used in our formulations. The terms "organic" and "natural" are not regulated at all, which is why my focus is not on "buzzwords," but on SAFE SKINCARE-and our skincare is SAFE!
Every product is made WHEN YOU ORDER IT. Nothing sits on a shelf waiting to be sold. My formulas are designed using the highest quality ingredients available, and ALL formulas are tested for safety and stability. I stand behind every product, and my customers consistently agree that they are of high quality.
We don't need a certification-and i don't need to charge you extra for one.
The short answer is NO!
As part of my skincare formulation classes, I researched many types of industry certifications-Vegan, Organic, EWG, Leaping Bunny, and others. While these certifications may sound reassuring, and their logos look appealing on packaging, there are some important things I want you to be aware of:
ANYONE can claim almost anything they want because there is no single governing body overseeing these so-called "certifying boards". There is no legal authority that penalizes companies for misrepresenting their process or products. Each certifying organization creates its own rules and regulations, and may certify based largely on self-reported information-as long as the company is willing to pay for the certification.
All those come at a cost.
Certification fees are expensive and recurring. For example:
"Vegan" certification is $250-$15,000 annually, depending on sales.
"Organic" certification is $1,500 per year on average.
"Natural" certification is $2,000-$7,000 annually.
"Leaping Bunny" certification is $400-$4,500 per year, depending on sales.
These costs don't disappear-they are passed on to the consumer. That means YOU pay more for your product. I'm not willing to do that. In my opinion, that is an unfair business tactic.
So, here's what I will tell you ...
curbAGE skincare products are as vegan as possible, and NO ANIMAL by-products are used in our formulations. The terms "organic" and "natural" are not regulated at all, which is why my focus is not on "buzzwords," but on SAFE SKINCARE-and our skincare is SAFE!
Every product is made WHEN YOU ORDER IT. Nothing sits on a shelf waiting to be sold. My formulas are designed using the highest quality ingredients available, and ALL formulas are tested for safety and stability. I stand behind every product, and my customers consistently agree that they are of high quality.
We don't need a certification-and i don't need to charge you extra for one.
The short answer is NO!
As part of my skincare formulation classes, I researched many types of industry certifications-Vegan, Organic, EWG, Leaping Bunny, and others. While these certifications may sound reassuring, and their logos look appealing on packaging, there are some important things I want you to be aware of:
ANYONE can claim almost anything they want because there is no single governing body overseeing these so-called "certifying boards". There is no legal authority that penalizes companies for misrepresenting their process or products. Each certifying organization creates its own rules and regulations, and may certify based largely on self-reported information-as long as the company is willing to pay for the certification.
All those come at a cost.
Certification fees are expensive and recurring. For example:
"Vegan" certification is $250-$15,000 annually, depending on sales.
"Organic" certification is $1,500 per year on average.
"Natural" certification is $2,000-$7,000 annually.
"Leaping Bunny" certification is $400-$4,500 per year, depending on sales.
These costs don't disappear-they are passed on to the consumer. That means YOU pay more for your product. I'm not willing to do that. In my opinion, that is an unfair business tactic.
So, here's what I will tell you ...
curbAGE skincare products are as vegan as possible, and NO ANIMAL by-products are used in our formulations. The terms "organic" and "natural" are not regulated at all, which is why my focus is not on "buzzwords," but on SAFE SKINCARE-and our skincare is SAFE!
Every product is made WHEN YOU ORDER IT. Nothing sits on a shelf waiting to be sold. My formulas are designed using the highest quality ingredients available, and ALL formulas are tested for safety and stability. I stand behind every product, and my customers consistently agree that they are of high quality.
We don't need a certification-and i don't need to charge you extra for one.
The #1 reason there are 2 serums and no lotion/cream is because of ONE ingredient, that one ingredient is called an EMULSIFIER. An emulsifier is a substance that binds two ingredients together that are not compatible, like oil and water. When you formulate an "emulsion" (lotion/cream) you need something to combine the "oil" phase and the "water" phase together. While learning how to formulate my own skincare I ran across several reasons why this particular ingredient is one I will not use. I will list some short answers here but read my blog on emulsifiers for more information.
1 Emulsifiers are occlusive and heavy on the skin causing your skin to "sweat".
2 "Sweating" causes a "wash-out" effect on your skin.
3 Emulsifiers can cause irritation and TEWL (water loss), creating redness and dry skin.
4 Emulsifiers limit the "active" ingredients you can use.
Does our skin need an emulsifier, NO! It is strictly a functional ingredient for your skincare product, it does nothing for your skin except cause unnecessary problems. So I decided to formulate my "water" phase and "oil" phase into 2 separate serums and have my customers "mix" them together. And as an added benefit you can customize your "mix" to your liking and what your skin needs at that particular moment.
One word answer ... NO!
This "myth" keeps rearing its ugly head, so let's address it clearly.
The idea that seed oils are bad for your skin comes from warnings originally aimed at DIGESTING ULTRA-PROCESSED seed oils. And yes-consuming highly refined, ultra-processed oils is not in our best interest. However, those same rules do not apply when putting them on the skin.
A common claim is that seed oils can oxidize on the skin, causing free-radical damage. This is ABSOLUTELY FALSE! Oils can only oxidize in three ways: heat, light, and oxygen. Let's use a highly sensitive oil as an example-Hemp Seed Oil.
Hemp Seed Oil has an average shelf life of 3 months (for comparison, coconut oil lasts roughly 3 years). If you leave a bottle of Hemp Seed Oil in direct sunlight, it will oxidize faster-perhaps in 6-8 weeks. The same is true if the bottle is repeatedly opened and is exposed to oxygen,
But here's a key point: you don't wear oils on your skin for weeks or months at a time. Oils don't remain on the skin long enough to oxidize this way-they absorb, wear off, or are washed away.
Now let's talk about heat. Hemp Seed Oil needs to reach 420 degrees before it begins to oxidize. If your skin is that hot, you have far bigger concerns than oil oxidation.
So-seed oils are NOT oxidizing your skin.
The idea that seed oils are bad for your skin is a fear-mongering narrative, currently being used heavily by some tallow-based skincare brands.
REFINED vs UNREFINED Seed Oils
The distinction does matter.
If a skincare brand doesn't clearly state whether their oils are unrefined, ask them. One major clue is consistency. If every batch looks exactly the same, the oils are likely refined. If a company says colors may vary from batch to batch, that usually indicates unrefined oils. Our lipid serums, for example, are often similar in color-but not always-because we use unrefined oils. Seasonal changes, different farms, and natural variations affect color and scent, which is exactly what you would expect from truly unrefined plant oils.
For more information, read Parts 1 and 2 of our blogs "Are Seed Oils Bad for Your Skin".
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