WHAT IT DOES:Helps renew & protect. Now with 10x more Reishi, it helps renew by soothing the appearance of visible irritation. It protects by supporting skin’s barrier, while Adaptogenic Licorice Root helps support skin’s defenses against external aggressors that can lead to early signs of ageing. Adaptogens are used in herbal medicine to promote ‘homeostasis’ or increased resistance to stress. Whether this is a true effect has been challenged by the European Medicines Agency and at present it is not a term that’s accepted in pharmacological or clinical practice in the EU,” she explains.

Similar to most ingredient trends, the mushroom movement isn’t completely a completely new phenomenon. “Mushrooms have long been used in Asia for their ability to improve health, maintain vitality, preserve a youthful appearance, and to counter the adverse health effects of chronic stress,” says Dr. Andrew Weil, a US-based medical doctor and practitioner of integrative medicine. His collaboration with Origins, which began in 2005, arguably brought mushroom skincare to the Western mainstream. According to him, studies on unique mushroom species show promising anti-inflammatory effects and the topical use of these mushrooms may help protect skin from skin damage caused by environmental aggressors. WHAT IT IS:An advanced skin strengthener.Now with Plantmunity Technology™, this advanced treatment lotion helps strengthen and soothe look of skin, reducing the appearance of redness and sensitised-looking skin. It works fast, leaving skin calmer and prepped for serum & moisturiser. Consultant dermatologist Dr Catherine Borysiewicz adds: “The study of mushrooms and their constituent ‘myochemicals’ has revealed an interesting natural source of agents that can provide the basis for new pharmaceutical, cosmetic and nutritional products . Increasingly, now we have cosmeceutical products that are cosmetic-pharmaceutical hybrids that offer deeper activity in our skin.” RiceyH Wonder Cream! I had a flare up and started using this cream. Within 2 days my face looked much calmer and less red. My go to cream now.HOW TO USE:After cleansing, pour the formula into the palm of your hand or a cotton pad and dab onto the skin.

Another thing Caffeine is used for in body care products is its anti-cellulite effects. In theory, it can speed up the lipolysis process (the "fat burning" by our cells) andstimulate the draining lymph system that might lead to the improvement of cellulite. But here again, the evidence that it actually makes a measurable, let alone visible, improvement on actualhuman beings is limited (we could find only some animal skin studies or caffeine being combined with other actives). Sham23 Skin care This product is perfect for sensitive skin - it’s most definitely the best I’ve ever used. I’m 77 and constantly get compliments on my good skin - I put it down to Dr Weil Serum and moisturiser.Fermented Chaga – the ferments function as pure powerhouses that help break down ingredients into tiny particles so that they are more bioavailable to skin. Fermented chaga comforts irritated skin and takes down inflammation. It’s important to state that at times of stress a number of inflammatory dermatological conditions such as acne, eczema or psoriasis can be exacerbated. This is felt to be through activation of your immune system,” she continues, suggesting that meditation and yoga are better ways to deal with stress than simply applying an adaptogen-laced moisturiser and hoping for the best. Who would benefit most from mushroom-infused skincare? One of the biological activities of thecentellosides isto be able to stimulate GAGs(glycosaminoglycans - polysaccharides that are part of the liquidy stuff between our skin cells), and especially hyaluronic acid synthesis in our skin. This is probably one of the reasons why Centella Asiatica Extract has nice skin moisturizingproperties that was confirmed by a 25 people, four weeks study along with Centella's anti-inflammatory effects. Molly Best moisturiser ever had First cream I've ever used that's actually made my skin feel moisturised, it's like a drink for the skin... It soothes red, sore and tired skin like nothing else, highly recommend! ACTIVE INGREDIENTS:Reishi Mushroom, Fermented Chaga Mushroom, Adaptogenic Licorice Root &Plant-Derived Hyaluronic Acid.