Collagen is a fibrous protein. It will improve the

skin's elasticity. It will promote a firmer and more

youthful appearance. It also helps reduce wrinkles by

providing structural support to the skin. As we age, our

collagen production decreases. So we want to make sure that our collagen levels

are... See, buckthorn in skincare is one of the

richest sources of antioxidants that we know. Welcome

to The Holistic Skin Guru, where what's on the surface is just

as important as what's underneath. I'm your host, Aamena. Let's

dive deep into the world of holistic skincare. Today

we're going to be talking about two buzzwords in the industry, collagen

and sea buckthorn. Now you may not have heard about

the second one, but the first one has been thrown around a

lot. I'm going to talk about sea buckthorn first. It

is derived from a small yellow orange berry and

it's gained its popularity in skincare Because

of its rich nutrient profile, it contains a

variety of bioactive compounds including vitamins,

minerals and antioxidants. It also

contains fatty acids. It's rich in antioxidants, it's

anti-inflammatory and it promotes skin healing.

it nourishes and moisturizes and supports collagen

production. So you'll see buckthorn in

anti-aging ingredients, in anti-aging products, you'll

see buckthorn and it's kind of one of those miracle

ingredients that is derived from nature. It

also complements UV protection. So you sometimes see

it in holistic or organic UV

SPF protectants, and it will improve

collagen, skin elasticity, it will retain the

moisture in the skin, It supports the collagen production

and it promotes healing. So you sometimes see

sea buckthorn also in some acne products.

The benefits of sea buckthorn in skincare is that it is an

antioxidant. It is one of the richest sources of

antioxidants that we know, like vitamin C and

vitamin E, like beta carotene and

flavonoids. These antioxidants help combat free

radicals in the skin and protect the skin from oxidative

stress and premature aging. So that's why we

love C. buckthorn. It is also anti-inflammatory because

it's derived from a berry. It contains compounds such

as quercetin, omega-3 fatty acids, which

we like to get from our EFAs that

we can take as a supplement. We get it. It's found in C.

buckthorn as well. So these properties can help soothe

irritated skin, reduce redness, alleviate inflammatory

conditions like eczema and dermatitis. So it's really,

really nourishing and good for clients who

have got that little erythema in their skin, or

if you've got that common redness in your skin that most people

have, any product with Seabuckthorn is going to be your

friend. And Seabuckthorn promotes healing. So

the oil is known for its ability to promote skin regeneration and

wound healing. So it supports the skin's natural repair processes,

which makes it beneficial for treating scars and cuts

and burns. It's also very nourishing and moisturizing.

It is rich in fatty acids, including omega-7, which

helps moisturize the skin and it improves its

hydration. So when you're using this in conjunction with

your hyaluronic acid, you get a powerhouse of hydration. It

nourishes the skin and it makes it suitable for addressing dryness

and promoting a healthy complexion. It also supports

collagen production because collagen synthesis in

the skin is what sea buckthorn is going to

maintain. It's also going to aid in maintaining skin

elasticity and firmness. Collagen is

essential for maintaining the skin's structural integrity and

preventing sagging or wrinkles. So that's why sea buckthorn

is so great. It just complements collagen so beautifully. So

if you're already taking a collagen supplement, like

a hydrolyzed collagen, you wanna make sure that one of your products contains

Seabuckthorn, and then they will work in synergy together.

Seabuckthorn also has UV protection built into it, so

it will help protect the skin against UV radiation. It's

not a substitute for sunscreen, but it can complement your

sun protection efforts. So it's a really good one if you are

worried about sun protection. Now we can talk about collagen because

collagen is naturally formed in our skin, but it

depletes as we get older. So we want to make sure that we

put it back either by stimulating our natural

collagen production in our skin, in our subcutaneous tissue, or

by putting it back with a natural collagen into

our skin, delivered through our skin. Collagen

is a fibrous protein that provides structure and

elasticity to the skin. And as we age, our collagen production

decreases, and that's what leads to the formation of

fine lines and wrinkles and starts the sagging process

of the skin. So we want to make sure that our collagen levels are

nice and high. And by increasing it, we want to replenish

it with our serums, make sure

that we take it as a hydrolyzed supplement, and

we will then start to see the benefits of collagen in

our skin. It will improve the skin's elasticity. It

will promote a firmer and more youthful appearance. It

also helps reduce wrinkles by providing structural support

to the skin. So for example, when we do Haifu, which

is a treatment, a skin treatment, it actually stimulates

the subcutaneous tissue, which is deep down past

the dermal layers of the skin. And in that subcutaneous tissue,

we have mechanisms that produce collagen. So

when we're doing that, and then we're using a topical collagen on

top, and we're ingesting a hydrolyzed collagen, we're actually

starting to fight the diminishing amounts of

collagen in our body at a much higher rate. And so our skin starts

to respond to that. Collagen will also help the

water-binding properties in our skin, and it's going to help the

skin to retain its moisture. This can contribute to

improved hydration levels, making our skin look plump

and supple. So the collagen works really well hand-in-hand

with the sea buckthorn, as well as with our hyaluronic acid.

It will also promote wound healing, because collagen aids

the healing of wounds and scars, and it supports the

skin's regeneration process. It can help to minimize

the appearance of scars and overall skin texture, and

it also has anti-aging properties in it, so it will reduce

the visible signs of aging, such as wrinkles and fine

lines. It supports the skin's natural repair mechanisms

and promotes a smoother complexion. So overall,

it will enhance the skin's firmness and over

years, the gravity, it's going to combat the gravity that

prevents the sagging. We boost our collagen production

through skincare ingredients, through

our diet, through peptides. We want to make sure

that we use collagen boosting ingredients in all of our

skincare. So it's a valuable ingredient alongside

sea buckthorn. Both of these ingredients are buzzwords. You'll

hear them being thrown around. You'll see them on ingredient lists. They

are absolutely beneficial for your skin. They

are antioxidants and anti-inflammatory, moisturizing,

hydrating, and a well-rounded contributor

to your skincare routine to help promote healthy,

youthful looking skin. I hope you enjoyed today's episode

and it gave you a bit more information around the ingredients that are

in skincare. If you want to know more, if you have a question about

a particular ingredient, please pop it in the comments

below. And if you liked this episode, just remember