Expose Actives
Anti-Acne Actives
Getting and maintaining clear and blemish free
skin is much easier said than done for many people. Every ingredient in an
acne treatment must be chosen with care. Exposed Skin Care has done extensive
research on and chosen the very best and most complimentary acne fighting
ingredients that are the most effective when combined. This results in an
acne solution that works quickly and stays effective through years of use.
Alpha Hydroxy Acids
Alpha Hydroxy Acids
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Alpha hydroxy acid encourages the shedding of dead skin cells and aids
in normalizing the skin cell replacement cycle. It is also used to smooth
and even skin tone. Glycolic and Alpha Hydroxy Acids are often used
in formulations and cosmetics to help reduce the appearance of wrinkles
and other skin imperfections.
Beta Hydroxy Acids
Beta Hydroxy Acids
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Beta hydroxy acid is a mild acid that encourages the sloughing of dead
skin cells. It is effective at opening clogged pores and helps resolve
and prevent lesions. This acids is essential in keeping your pores clear
and unclogged and when used correctly, enhances the effect of other
actives.
Green Tea Extract (Micro-Encapsulated)
Green Tea Extract (Micro-Encapsulated)
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Green Tea has been used internally and topically for centuries. It
boasts many health benefits. Exposed uses a Micro-Encapsulated version
for topical application which helps regulate sebum production and has
vast anti-microbial properties which can aid in the prevention of new
acne lesions.
Micronized Benzoyl Peroxide (Micro-Encapsulated)
Micronized Benzoyl Peroxide (Micro-Encapsulated)
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Benzoyl Peroxide is one of the most commonly used ingredients in over-the-counter
acne treatments and often prescribed by physicians to treat acne.It
is imperative to include this ingredient in any proactive acne treatment
but it must be tempered due to its drying side-effects. It is effective
in killing the bacteria known as P. acnes, and aids in reducing the
skins sebum production. Our micronized formulation has a much greater
effect on reducing bacteria count because of its increased ability to
penetrate deep into the pores.
Olive Leaf Extract
Olive Leaf Extract
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Olive leaf extract is one of nature's most powerful broad spectrum
anti-microbial agents. It contains an active compound called Oleuropein
that actively wards infection and bacteria growth. Olive leaf extract
is also known to fight free-radical oxidation, a major cause of premature
aging in the skin.
Tea Tree Oil (Micro-Encapsulated)
Tea Tree Oil (Micro-Encapsulated)
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Tea Tree Oil soothes irritations, rashes and burns, controls acne and
dandruff, and treats warts and other fungal infections. The healing
properties of this oil make it one of the best essential oils to have
in your medicine cabinet.
Anti-Irritation / Skin Soothing Actives
Your skin began aging the day you were born. At Exposed, we take anti-aging
beyond the simple reduction of a few lines and wrinkles. All of our
products are engineered to limit the effects that time and stress have
on your skin. We take rare and potent botanical extracts, combine them
with revolutionary amino-peptide complexes and others powerful actives
that not only "turn back the hands of time", but help your
skin maintain a youthful glow.
This facet of skin nutrition is often neglected by traditional acne
treatments, which tend to prematurely age the skin.
Allantoin
Allantoin
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Allantoin is a potent botanical extract that is known to be healing
and soothing. It is an excellent anti-irritant and aids in the healing
of damaged skin by stimulating new tissue growth.
Alpha Hydroxy Acids
Alpha Hydroxy Acids
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Alpha hydroxy acid encourages the shedding of dead skin cells and aids
in normalizing the skin cell replacement cycle. It is also used to smooth
and even skin tone. Glycolic and Alpha Hydroxy Acids are often used
in formulations and cosmetics to help reduce the appearance of wrinkles
and other skin imperfections.
Alpha Lipoic Acid
Alpha Lipoic Acid
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ALA is a topical treatment for keeping skin healthy and young in appearance.
It is a potent and versatile antioxidant that inhibits cross-linking
which is the formation of chemical bridges between proteins or other
large molecules. Cross-linking contributes to the aging process by causing
wrinkles in the skin. High potency alpha lipoic acid has been shown
to reduce mild-to-moderate wrinkles by up to 50 percent, whereas fine
lines have almost disappeared. In another study, ALA significantly improved
the appearance of certain types of scars.
Aloe Vera Extract
Aloe Vera Extract
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Aloe vera extract is very well known for its moisturizing, healing
and soothing properties. It is excellent for dry, sensitive and sun-exposed
skin.
Hyaluronic Acid
Hyaluronic Acid
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Hyaluronic acid has been nicknamed by the press as the "key to
the fountain of youth". It is nature's most powerful humectant
and is responsible for holding moisture within the matrix of collagen
and elastin in your skin. Hyaluronic acid is known to give immediate
smoothness to rough skin surfaces and significantly improves skin's
appearance. HA has also been shown to reduce dryness, itching and burning
of the skin. It offers an excellent environment for the growth of new
cells and healing of existing cells.
Licorice Root Extract
Licorice Root Extract
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Licorice Root Extract is an age old treatment for many ailments. The
benefits if its topical application: reduced inflammation, scar lightening,
and reduced redness.
Environmental Protection Actives
Each and every day your skin is attacked by harsh environmental factors
like the sun, pollutants, free-radicals and the constant depletion of
vitamins and other essential nutrients. All Exposed Skin Care products
combine a unique complement of diverse environmental protection actives
that protect your skin from the rigors and exposures in your daily life.
These actives are designed to defend, replenish and repair your skin
24 hours per day
Alpha Lipoic Acid
Alpha Lipoic Acid
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ALA is a topical treatment for keeping skin healthy and young in appearance.
It is a potent and versatile antioxidant that inhibits cross-linking
which is the formation of chemical bridges between proteins or other
large molecules. Cross-linking contributes to the aging process by causing
wrinkles in the skin. High potency alpha lipoic acid has been shown
to reduce mild-to-moderate wrinkles by up to 50 percent, whereas fine
lines have almost disappeared. In another study, ALA significantly improved
the appearance of certain types of scars.
Cyclomethicone
Cyclomethicone
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Cyclomethicone is a silicone based non-comedogenic emollient that forms
a protective moisture barrier on the skin. It is effective at delivering
active agents such as anti-oxidants, amino-peptides and botanical extracts.
Helichrysum
Helichrysum
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Helichrysum is one of nature's most potent healers and protectors.
It has been shown to speed the healing of wounds and limit the forming
of scars. Helichrysum also reduces UVB induced damage to sun exposed
skin.
Micronized Zinc Oxide
Micronized Zinc Oxide
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Micronized zinc oxide acts as a broad spectrum physical barrier to
shield the skin from the sun's damaging ultraviolet rays. It absorbs
not only the UV rays that burn your skin (UVB), but also the rays that
age your skin (UVA). Micronized Zinc Oxide is one of the few sun blocks
that is not questioned for its safety for daily use on the skin.
The most widely used sunscreens are chemicals that work by absorbing
the UV rays and include octyl methoxycinnamate, benzophene-3 & 4,
and octyl dimethyl PABA and others. The drawback of these compounds
is that they clog the pores, cause breakouts, sensitize and irritate
the skin, and cause allergic reactions. According to a recent study
conducted on 330 subjects having an allergy to cosmetic products, 36%
were allergic to UV filters of this type.