Wellbeing Journal
WHY PRESSING IN YOUR SKIN CARE WILL MAKE A BIG DIFFERENCE
When it comes to an effective skin care ritual, having the right products in your line-up is only half of it. The method of application also plays a big part, as it can affect the overall efficacy of your products. Avoiding excessively rubbing your skin and instead pressing in your product, which also makes them more effective and dramatically improves the condition of your skin. What is pressing/patting? Patting in your skin care products is a centuries old Japanese technique – a traditional ritual in which skin care products are gently patted or pressed onto the surface of the skin rather than tugging or rubbing. To use the pressing method simply: Apply a small amount of product to clean finger tips of one hand Gently rub both of your hands together to evenly distribute the product and as well as warm up the product Starting at your nose and working outwards gently press your product into your face. Press the product into your oiliest areas, like your T-Zone, last. Also gently press the product into your neck and décolletage until fully absorbed. Patting vs rubbing in skin care products One of the main benefits of pressing in your skin care products is that it significantly reduces pulling and tugging of skin. Our skin is one of our body’s most delicate organs and without realising it, excessive skin manipulation by rubbing can stretch the skin and break down collagen, in turn leading to advanced signs of ageing like sagging and wrinkles. From the vigorous use of makeup wipes to being heavy handed when applying moisturiser, all of that rubbing adds up. Pressing in your skin care products also allows the products to penetrate deeper without friction. Particularly around the area where rubbing in products and dragging the skin can cause irritation and inflammation. When should you press in your skin care products? Physical exfoliators and cleansers are the only products that should be rubbed into your face using gentle, circular motions: this motion helps activate the product and whisks away debris. For most of your skin care ritual steps you should practice pressing in your products. Misting/Essence: After cleansing your skin, use a toner or essence to restore hydration. Our Activating Water Essence is the essential step for every skin care ritual and is formulated to activate the skin’s ability to retain water and thus maximises the benefits of the products you apply afterwards. “Your skin is like a sponge, anything you put on top of a dry sponge will just sit there”, says Rebecca Nicholls, Jurlique Education Specialist. To enhance absorption, pour a couple of drops into your hand, gently rub your hands together to warm up the product and gently pat onto your face, neck and décolletage. Serum: Serums are a high-performance treatment step and usually packed with all the good stuff that helps improve your complexion. By pressing in your serum instead of rubbing, you’ll ensure that every juicy drop gets absorbed into your skin. Eye Cream: Your eye area is quite delicate so pulling and tugging is already a big no-no. Instead of patting with all of your fingers, use the tips of your ring fingers and gently take your time to pat the product under the eye area in until full absorbed. Moisturiser: When moisturising you can use the same patting technique as you would with your serum and essence step. But as a final technique you can also glide and smooth the moisturiser onto your skin. Moving from the middle of your face outward and using upward gliding motion on your neck and décolletage. Remember to be gentle and avoid any rubbing motion. A circular rubbing motion is mostly our default option when it comes applying skin care products. Even though it feels like it gets the job faster and we’ve been doing it this way since forever, the bottom line is that it’s not that great for our skin. When applying your skin care remember to try and take a mindful moment and really treat it like the luxurious ritual it is. Take your time as your press in your products. Your skin will thank you for it.
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NEW YEAR RITUALS FOR SKIN HARMONY
The New Year brings with it hope, contemplation and a reawakening of mind, body and skin – the chance to start again and live in harmony with ourselves and nature. From the outer environment to your inner world, discover our top five rituals for an incandescent New Year.GLOW INSIDE AND OUTWater is the essence of nature so make hydration a priority this New Year. Choose fruit and vegetables that have a high water content such as melons, berries, cucumber, lettuce or celery; and increase your intake of water and non-caffeinated beverages. Avoid the dehydrating effects of hot showers and excessive sun exposure, and be sure to increase your fluid intake when exercising.Top-Tip: Discover our hydrating Moisture Plus rangeSOOTHE AWAY STRESSThe rush to end one year can take its toll on starting another. So, finding ways to reduce stress in your daily routine and environment can help bring calm to the start of the New Year. Increase time away from digital devices such as phones and computers and instead, take to journaling to express your thoughts and ideas. Spend time with friends and family, or a pet, and take a moment each day to focus on gratitude through deep breathing.Top-Tip: Discover our calming Calendula rangeMORE MOMENTS OF SELFCAREThe New Year is a busy social season however it’s important to acknowledge time for selfcare. Anchor to the present through mindfulness and commit to daily meditation to help eliminate negative self-talk. Give yourself a daily massage and treat skin to dry body brushing or a facial yoga ritual. Above all, learn to say no and ensure the New Year gives space to you, your needs and your dreams.Top-Tip: Discover our nurturing Spa treatmentsNOURISH IN NATUREAppreciate the nature around you this New Year by spending deliberate time outdoors. Notice the changes in the seasons, the birdsong outside your window and the flowers in bloom. Whether you discover new hobbies such as hiking or climbing, or simply walk along the beach, nature is all around us. By adding more plants to your home and work area or seeking out a community garden or conservation project, we can embrace a New Year connected to nature.Top Tip: Discover our nature-based Nutri Define collectionBETTER BEAUTY SLEEPA restful night helps power us through the day ahead so consider refining your New Year sleep routine. Plan a calm-down period before your head hits the pillow by reducing blue light exposure from electronic devices such as smartphones and computers and instead, light a candle or apply essential oils for tranquillity. Skin also benefits from beauty sleep with a regular evening skincare routine and frequently cleaned pillowcases to help support a radiant complexion.
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BOOST COLLAGEN WITH PLANT EXTRACTS
The bountiful protein of our youth, collagen is the key to a plump, glowing complexion. As we age, so too does collagen production1, but nature has a way of giving back, from seed to skin. With biodynamic* farm grown ingredients the natural alternatives to help promote collagen production. FARM GROWN BENEFITS Since 1985, we have been growing, cultivating and harvesting ingredients on our biodynamic* farm in the unspoiled Adelaide Hills, in South Australia. Biodynamic* farming is an organic farming method with a focus on enriching the biology of the soil and vitality of our plants. Free from harmful synthetic pesticides, herbicides and fertilisers, our biodynamic* farm grown botanicals are transformed into our signature skincare. CLEAN SKIN CARE HEROES Clean air, clear water, rich soil. Active farm grown plant extracts may help to improve skin elasticity and hydration, and help prevent the advanced signs of skin ageing. Spilanthes A herb that grows in tropical and subtropical regions, Spilanthes extract is obtained from the seeds of plants grown on our farm. Traditionally, it has been prized for its healing properties2. Studies suggest that Spilanthes may have anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties2, both important in wound healing. Horseradish Horseradish is a perennial plant species also grown on our farm, its roots commonly used in traditional medicine by Ancient Greeks, Romans and physicians of the Middle Ages3. Horseradish root is also a source of antioxidants such as vitamin C3, an essential co-factor in collagen production4. Both Spilanthes and Horseradish extracts can be found in our Nutri-Define range. Explore our range of skin care now, or visit our blog for more skin care and body care tips DISCLAIMERS * Certified biodynamic by the National Association For Sustainable Agriculture, Australia. Jurlique’s products and farm are not certified or affiliated with Demeter® USA or Demeter International. REFERENCES 1 Varani J, Dame MK, Rittie L et al. 2006, ‘Decreased Collagen Production in Chronologically Aged Skin: Roles of Age-Dependent Alteration in Fibroblast Function and Defective Mechanical Stimulation’, American Journal of Pathology, vol. 168, no. 6, pp. 1861-1868. DOI: 10.2353/ajpath.2006.051302 Abdul Rahim R, Jayusman PA, Muhammad N et al. 2021, ‘Potential Antioxidant and Anti-Inflammatory Effects of Spilanthes acmella and Its Health Beneficial Effects: A Review’, International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health, vol. 18, no. 3532. DOI: 10.3390/ ijerph18073532 Walters SA 2021, ‘Horseradish: A Neglected and Underutilized Plant Species for Improving Human Health’, Horticulturae, vol.7 no. 167. DOI: 10.3390/horticulturae7070167 Pullar, JM, Carr, AC, Vissers, MCM 2017, ‘The Roles of Vitamin C in Skin Health’, Nutrients, vol. 9, no. 866, DOI:10.3390/nu9080866.
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THE IMPORTANCE OF SKIN COLLAGEN
The essential protein that keeps our complexion bouncy, collagen is the scaffolding our skin needs to stay plump1. Like most super structures, collagen breaks down over time and as we age production slows2. And while smoking and ultraviolet radiation are two of collagen’s greatest enemies3,4, we can harness natural collagen boosters to restore a plump, youthful appearance. TYPES OF COLLAGEN Of the many types of collagen, there are two essential for skin maintenance1: Collagen VII supports stability and Collagen I’s densely packed fibres, provide structure. Essentially, their job is to provide strength and enable the skin to withstand stretching1. As collagen production slows with age, skin may feel less firm and robust. COLLAGEN AND SKIN HYDRATION Water is a large percentage of collagen’s weight1,5, it’s important to stay well hydrated and substitute the cup of coffee with a glass of water. Choosing a topical product that stimulates collagen production may improve skin elasticity and hydration, to help address advanced signs of skin ageing such as deep lines and wrinkles. THE COLLAGEN NUTRIENTS Eating foods that build collagen or boost collagen production may also help promote a supple complexion6. Collagen is a protein and is made up of building blocks called amino-acids. Specifically, collagen is made up of four amino acids (lysine, proline, hydroxyproline, and arginine) and also requires other nutrients as precursors to its production1. Eating a diet that is rich in a variety of proteins, as a source of amino acids, and vitamin C, an essential co-factor in collagen production7, may therefore help your body’s own collagen production8. In addition, natural sources of vitamin E, such as sunflower seeds, almonds and wheatgerm oil, may help to reduce collagen breakdown. Foods such as avocadoes, spinach and butternut squash are a source of both vitamin C and vitamin E. COMPLEXION SELF-CARE Daily stimulation of the skin may help promote collagen production9. Using a facial massage roller with your favourite serum or oil, work the roller over your face, neck and decolletage for 3-5 minutes. Explore our Nutri-Define range now, or visit our blog for more skin care and body tips. REFERENCES 1 Lodish H, Ber A, Zipursky SL et al. 2000, Molecular Cell Biology, 4th edn, section 22.3, W.H. Freeman, New York. Varani J, Dame MK, Rittie L et al. 2006, ‘Decreased Collagen Production in Chronologically Aged Skin: Roles of Age-Dependent Alteration in Fibroblast Function and Defective Mechanical Stimulation’, American Journal of Pathology, vol. 168, no. 6, pp. 1861-1868. DOI: 10.2353/ajpath.2006.051302. Knuutinen A, Kokkonen N, Risteli J et al. 2002, ‘Smoking affects collagen synthesis and extracellular matrix turnover in human skin’, British Journal of Dermatology, vol. 146, pp. 588-594. Bosch R, Philips N, Suárez-Pérez JA et al. 2015, ‘Mechanisms of Photoaging and Cutaneous Photocarcinogenesis, and Photoprotective Strategies with Phytochemicals’, Antioxidants, vol. 4, pp. 248-268. DOI: 10.3390/antiox4020248. Asserin, J, Lati, E, Shioya, T, Prawitt, J 2015, ‘The effect of oral collagen peptide supplementation on skin moisture and the dermal collagen network: evidence from an ex vivo model and randomized, placebo-controlled clinical trials’, Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, vol. 14, pp. 291-301. Jhawar N, Wang JV, Saedi N 2018, ‘Oral collagen supplementation for skin aging: A fad or the future?’, Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, vol. 19, pp. 910-912. DOI:10.1111/jocd.13096. Schagen, SK, Zampeli, VA, Makrantonaki, E, Zouboulis, CC 2012, ‘Discovering the link between nutrition and skin aging’, Dermato-Endocrinology, vol. 4, no. 3, pp. 298-307. Pullar, JM, Carr, AC, Vissers, MCM 2017, ‘The Roles of Vitamin C in Skin Health’, Nutrients, vol. 9, no. 866, DOI:10.3390/nu9080866. Miyaji A, Sugimori K, Hayashi N 2018, ‘Short- and long-term effects of using a facial massage roller on facial skin blood flow and vascular reactivity’, Complementary Therapies in Medicine, vol. 41, pp. 271-276. DOI:10.1016/j.ctim.2018.09.009.
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MENOPAUSE AND COLLAGEN PRODUCTION
Responsible for skin firmness and skin elasticity, collagen is the protein that holds our complexion in high regard. But in menopause, skin quickly loses collagen1. As estrogen drops, so too does skin’s collagen production2. COLLAGEN AND THE SKIN Collagen and elastin are the scaffolding in skin3 that keeps it youthful, taut and voluminous. While collagen does decrease gradually with age, the rate is more dramatic in the first five years of menopause4. Continuing to decline for the next 20 years, skin begins to lose its firmness, sag, with wrinkles and jowls more prominent2. MENOPAUSE AND THE SKIN Skin collagen is directly influenced by estrogen loss with approximately 30% of skin collagen lost in the first 5 years after menopause5. As a result of these hormonal changes, skin loses strength and elasticity1. Changes may be seen in the under-eye area; skin may feel thinner and pores may largen. HOW TO INCREASE COLLAGEN NATURALLY As water is a large percentage of collagen’s weight3, it’s important to stay well hydrated6. Eating a diet rich in a variety of proteins and vitamin C, an essential co-factor in collagen production, may support your body’s own collagen production7, 8. And using a daily SPF can also protect the breakdown of existing collagen in your skin9. FACIAL MASSAGE TO BOOST COLLAGEN A nightly facial massage ritual at home. Begin with a neck and shoulder massage to relieve sore muscles. Warm 1-2 pumps of your favourite serum or oil between fingertips, then gently press and smooth evenly onto face, neck and décolletage. Use a warm rose quartz crystal massage roller to help restore firmness to your skin. Follow with a cool jade massage roller to relieve hot flushes and leave skin in a state of calm. Explore our professional salon treatments now, or visit our blog for more skin care and body care tips. REFERENCES Raine-Fenning, N, Brincat, MP, Muscat-Baron, Y 2003, ‘Skin Aging and Menopause: Implications for Treatment’, American Journal of Clinical Dermatology, vol. 6 no. 3, pp. 371-378. Reus, TL, Brohem, CA, Schuck, DC, Lorencini, M 2020, ‘Revisiting the effects of menopause on the skin: Functional changes, clinical studies, in vitro models and therapeutic alternative’, Mechanisms of Ageing and Development, vol. 185, no. 111193, DOI:10.1016/j.mad.2019.111193 Lodish, H, Ber, A, Zipursky, SL, et al. 2000, Molecular Cell Biology, 4th edn, section 22.3, W.H. Freeman, New York. Stevenson, S, Thornton, J 2007, ‘Effects of estrogens on skin aging and the potential role of SERMs’, Clinical Interventions in Aging, vol. 2, no. 3, pp. 283-297. Brincat, M, Moniz, CF, Studd, JWW, Darby, AJ, Magos, A, Cooper, D 1983, ‘Sex hormones and skin collagen content in postmenopausal women’, British Medical Journal, vol. 287, pp. 1337-1338. Asserin, J, Lati, E, Shioya, T, Prawitt, J 2015, ‘The effect of oral collagen peptide supplementation on skin moisture and the dermal collagen network: evidence from an ex vivo model and randomized, placebo-controlled clinical trials’, Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, vol. 14, pp. 291-301 Pullar, JM, Carr, AC, Vissers, MCM 2017, ‘The Roles of Vitamin C in Skin Health’, Nutrients, vol. 9, no. 866, DOI:10.3390/nu9080866. Schagen, SK, Zampeli, VA, Makrantonaki, E, Zouboulis, CC 2012, ‘Discovering the link between nutrition and skin aging’, Dermato-Endocrinology, vol. 4, no. 3, pp. 298-307 Ganceviciene, R, Liakou, AI, Theodoridis, A, Makrantonaki, E, Zouboulis, CC 2012, ‘Skin anti-aging strategies’, Dermato-Endocrinology, vol. 4, no. 3, pp. 308-319.
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THE JURLIQUE GUIDE TO USING A FACE MIST
Our skin is how we connect to the world around us, and there is tranquillity to be found in the life force of nature. Where skin care is selfcare, a misting moment is the opportunity to rebalance, refresh and rehydrate. Take time throughout the day to mist the complexion and awaken the senses with lightweight drops of nature’s own botanicals as we share our favourite ways to use a face mist. GOOD MORNING SUNSHINE If skin is feeling dehydrated or in need of awakening after a night of slumber, a face mist is the perfect opportunity to refresh and hydrate skin for the day ahead. Containing skin-loving botanicals, a face mist is also the must-have component in your daily skin care ritual. Lightly mist onto face or mist into hands and gently press onto the skin. Treated as a toner, skin is softened with a dewy finish, or use after makeup to set your look. ALL DAY EVERYDAY Whether life has you on-the-go, skin feels dehydrated or you’re simply in need of a mood changer, a face mist is the ideal handbag or deskside companion. For all skin types, all day, any time, antioxidant rich botanical ingredients may help protect from daily environmental aggressors. And by cooling the skin on contact, face mists are ideal after a gym workout or as a cool down on warmers days. REST AND RELAX Awaken the senses with the power of natural botanical face mist fragrances. Take a moment of selfcare to uplift your morning, soothe the senses during a busy day, or calm the mind before a meditation ritual. Choose your scent and lightly spritz on face, decolletage and body to rebalance the skin, and your mood. From sunrise to sunset, harness skins natural radiance with the power of face mists.
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THE SKINCARE ICON YOUR ROUTINE CAN’T BE WITHOUT
An icon for over 25 years, Jurlique has a proud history in face mists. One of the first brands to launch this unique creation, Jurlique facial mists are a tribute to the power of nature’s botanicals and the respect we pay them. Harvested in the pristine Adelaide Hills, potent botanical extracts bring our iconic Jurlique mists to life where they represent the life force of nature and provide a way for us to experience daily the purity of our botanicals. MAKING MIST HISTORY The botanicals behind our iconic mists are grown using certified biodynamic* methods. In fact, for over 35 years we’ve sustainability grown and harvested botanicals on our Biodynamic* Farm in the Adelaide Hills. Here, we’re able to harness the positive, living energies from nature where botanicals are grown free from synthetic pesticides and fertilisers. Many of the botanicals we grow are beneficial for the skin, enriching for the soul and good for the planet. And this is the environment that nourishes our Jurlique Rose, whose precious petals are hand-picked and distilled as part of every Rosewater Balancing Mist. CURATING CULT STATUS As botanical skincare pioneers, we understand the Queen of plants, roses, connects us to nature, to the beauty within** which is why our Rosewater Balancing Mist has been celebrated by complexions across the globe. And while it is our original formulation to awaken and soothe skin, our legacy of botanical knowledge has envisioned more ways to connect you to nature. Whether you choose to calm and soothe skin with our Lavender Hydrating Mist or uplift, refresh and revive skin with our Sweet Violet and Grapefruit Hydrating Mist – there is a collection of mist icons to enjoy. Refreshing and hydrating, awaken the senses and your skincare routine with a piece of Jurlique history, from our farm to you. DISCLAIMERS * Certified biodynamic by the National Association For Sustainable Agriculture, Australia. Jurlique’s products and farm are not certified or affiliated with Demeter® USA or Demeter International. ** Ulrike Klein, co-founder of Jurlique https://www.jurlique.com/au/blog/the-power-and-purity-of-roses.html
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FACIAL YOGA BENEFITS FOR EVERY SKIN TYPE
Skin care is self-care and facial yoga is the important daily ritual your routine needs. Whether you start the day improving lymph flow or ease tension after a long, screen-filled day, facial exercises can strengthen muscles, relax lines and better connect to ourselves. Not only a nourishing self-care ritual, facial massage and facial yoga may have the potential to stimulate collagen production, the key to younger and healthier looking skin. FACE YOGA BENEFITS Facial yoga works to stimulate the muscles, skin, and lymphatic system. By softening and relaxing your face muscles, face yoga benefits can be felt and seen inside and out1. Alleviating feelings of tension, stress, and worry, reducing wrinkles and puffiness, and lifting sagging skin. With immediate effects seen in increasing blood circulation to the face, facial yoga sculpts cheeks and jowls for a firmer and healthier complexion. The face yoga method is an opportunity to cultivate positive affirmations and gratitude in a daily self-care ritual. Try our favourite facial yoga rituals below. FACE YOGA EXERCISES - TERRIFIC TRIO Relieve Tension Stimulating this acupressure point helps to reduce eye strain caused by long days at your desk. Use it during the day or before you go to sleep. Press into the inner corner of your eyes for 30 seconds. Then circle gently in one direction for 30 seconds. Repeat in the opposite direction. No-stress Brow This exercise relaxes the large muscle at the front of your forehead, often overused. Place your fingertips at the centre of your forehead, facing inwards. Gently press your fingertips into your forehead as you move your fingers toward your temples. Release your fingers. Continue for 30 seconds. Tap away the Day Tapping promotes relaxation and boosts circulation. The perfect complement to your skincare routine. Start at your forehead and use your fingertips to rhythmically tap your skin. Continue all along your face toward your jaw. Next, tap the front of your neck and across your shoulders. Then move up along the back of your neck to your head. REFERENCES Alam M, Walter AJ, Geisler A et al. 2018, ‘Association of Facial Exercise With the Appearance of Aging, JAMA Dermatology, vol. 154, no. 3, pp. 365-367.
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FIRM SKIN IN 6 STEPS WITH OUR NUTRI-DEFINE RITUAL
The perfect skin care routine is best served as a ritual. A ritual steeped in self-care and gratitude, a ritual of patiently layering products and respect for the plant extracts they contain. The Nutri-Define range is exactly that opportunity. Consisting of six products that contain natural extracts with a rich supply of antioxidants, here we’ll teach you the order of applying skincare to boost skin radiance. THE NUTRI-DEFINE RITUAL Step One - Cleanse Our Nutri-Define Cleansing Foam gently cleanses, polishes and refines the skin as the first step in the Nutri-Define ritual. Apply a pearl sized amount to damp palm. Use fingertips to create a creamy-rich foam, adding a small amount of water. Apply foam on to face and massage gently in a circular motion. Rinse thoroughly. Use Morning and Evening. Step Two - Prepare Our Activating Water Essence+ with Marshmallow Root extract is an essential preparation step to hydrate and condition. Warm product in hands and take a few moments to breath in the uplifting aroma to relax and re-energise the mind gently press and smooth over face, neck and décolletage, experience the harmonising scent. Step Three - Condition Our Nutri-Define Conditioning Lotion is a silky, lightweight lotion that works to deliver immediate skin hydration, preparing the skin for the rest of the Nutri-Define ritual. Apply 1-2 pumps, press and smooth evenly onto face, neck and décolletage. Use Morning and Evening. Step Four - Nourish Our Nutri-Define Supreme Rejuvenating Serum a silky, smooth serum to help replenish the skin’s natural lipid barrier and to firm the skin. Warm 1-2 pumps between fingertips, then gently press and smooth evenly onto face, neck and décolletage. Use Morning and Evening. Step Five - Treat Our Nutri-Define Supreme Eye Contour Balm is a luxuriously rich cream that smooths and illuminates to leave the eye area looking refreshed and visibly younger. Apply a small amount to fingertips or applicator. Gently smooth cream around eye contour area. The cooling and soothing feel of the metal tip helps to relax and rejuvenate the eye area. Use Morning and Evening. Step Six - Restore Our Nutri-Define Restorative Light Cream, for combination/normal skin, or our Nutri-Define Restorative Rich Cream, for dry skin, are both enriched with Spilanthes extract, Horseradish extract and the Jurlique Radiance Blend to reduce the appearance of deep lines and wrinkles. Warm between fingertips, then gently press and smooth evenly onto face, neck and décolletage. Use Morning and Evening. EXPERT TIP Our six ritual steps are further enhanced by daily SPF protection. Preventing the photo damaging effects of ultraviolet radiation, a daily SPF1 will enhance the benefits of a perfect skin care routine. Explore our Nutri-Define range now, or visit our blog for more skin care and body care tips. REFERENCES Lautenschlager S, Wulf HC, Pittelkow MR 2007, ‘Photoprotection’, The Lancet, vol. 370, no. 9586, pp. 528-537, DOI:10.1016/S0140-6736(07)60638-2
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