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Skin Care Library

Learn about the best ingredients for your Baumann Skin Type® on the Skin Care library.

Aloe Vera as A Skin Care Ingredient

By Dr. Leslie Baumann on Sep 05, 2022

Aloe vera is a succulent plant that biologically acts as a salicylate which gives it soothing and calming properties. Aloe is good for your skin if you have sensitive skin. This is why aloe is a popular cosmeceutical ingredient. You can drink aloe juice, apply the juice from the plant ...

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Water in Skin Care Products

By Dr. Leslie Baumann on Aug 31, 2022

Why is water in skin care products? What type of water is used? This article discusses everything you need to know about aqua or water is cosmetics.

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What Is Hyaluronic Acid in Skin Care?

By Dr. Leslie Baumann on Aug 29, 2022

Hyaluronic acid is a glycosaminoglycan sugar that binds 100x its weight in water. It is found in creams, serums, toners, essences, masks, patches and lotions.

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Glycosaminoglycans in Skin and Skin Care Products

By Dr. Leslie Baumann on Jul 23, 2022

Glycosaminoglycans (GAGs) help skin it hold onto water and give skin its plumpness. Hyaluronic acid and heparan sulfate are examples of GAGS in skin care products. GAGS have many critical roles in skin including structural and heling cells communicate.

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Epidermal Growth Factor in Skin Care: Is It Safe? Why we are not sure.

By Dr. Leslie Baumann on Jul 20, 2022

Epidermal-derived growth factor is a type of epidermal growth factor found in skin care products. Is EGF safe? This blog will discuss epidermal-derived growth factor and if it can cause skin cancer.

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Antioxidant Ingredients Dictionary for Skin Care

By Dr. Leslie Baumann on Jul 04, 2022

Learn how anti-oxidants work. This is a glossary of antioxidant ingredients. You can find a list of antioxidants used in skincare and click on the specific ingredient to learn more details.

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Retinoid Science in Skincare

By Dr. Leslie Baumann on Nov 11, 2021

How do retinoid creams work to treat wrinkles and acne? All retinoids bind the Retinoic Acid Receptor which turns on a cascade of events that prevent skin aging and increase skin collagen. Science lovers will enjoy all the fascinating things we know about how retinoids work to keep your skin looking great.

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