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What we put on our skin and in our bodies significantly affects our appearance. That's why it's crucial to find and use the best beauty products. Are you searching for a quick list of skincare essentials? Here are 10 trending beauty ingredients and products that deserve a prime spot in your beauty cabinet.
1. Probiotics in Skincare
Like your gut, your skin hosts a diverse group of living microorganisms. Before you recoil at that thought, consider this: the beneficial organisms that constitute your skin flora play a crucial role. They help maintain healthy skin by forming a barrier against harmful bacteria or toxins and may even contribute to your skin’s immune response.1,2
However, this microbial balance can sometimes be disrupted, leading to skin issues. This is where probiotic skincare comes into play. By fortifying your skin with beneficial bacteria, you enhance the presence of the 'good guys' on your team. Probiotic skincare strengthens the barrier against harmful bacteria and toxins that can lead to skin problems.2
This skincare trend underscores that there’s more to skin health than just cleansing and moisturizing. Like every other system in our body, our skin thrives on balance. Experience the benefits of probiotic skincare with Probulin® probiotic facial serums and moisturizers.
2. Hyaluronic Acid Hydration
Hyaluronic acid serum is another top beauty trend currently making waves. This skin-plumping hydrator is well-deserving of its acclaim. Hyaluronic acid, a natural component of our skin, plays roles in skin health, elasticity, and maintaining water balance for hydration.3,4
The effectiveness of hyaluronic acid as a skin hydrator stems from its ability to hold up to 1,000 times its weight in water.4 When applied to the skin, hyaluronic acid serums draw moisture to your skin, enhancing your skin’s moisture barrier and keeping it hydrated for a fresh, dewy complexion. Since dry skin is a significant factor in skin aging, hyaluronic acid can help maintain a youthful appearance for years.
While shopping for this beneficial molecule, you may notice a wide range of price points. Avoid the pricey department store brands and opt for it in BubbForest Hyaluronic Acid Serum.
3. Nut & Seed Oil Moisturizers
The trend toward more natural beauty products is unmistakable as we recognize that simpler ingredients are often better for both us and the environment.
Complex moisturizing creams are being replaced by plant-based oils, which are the active ingredients in many of these creams. Why use preservatives and additives when you can benefit directly from the source?
Nourishing oils like rosehip seed oil, argan oil, jojoba oil, marula oil, almond oil, and coconut oil are becoming staples on our beauty shelves, not just as secondary ingredients but as key players for both our hair and skin. Here are six hair and skin oils to consider:
BubbForest Premium Certified Organic Argan Oil: Rich in vitamin E, essential fatty acids, and polyphenols, argan oil is hydrating and nourishing.5
Organic Restoring Rosehip Oil: Rosehips, a natural source of essential fatty acids and vitamin A, offer restorative properties that make them a popular addition to skincare products and a top healthy-aging oil.5
BubbForest Premium Jojoba Oil, Certified Organic: Jojoba oil, similar to the natural sebum in your skin, is a balancing oil suitable for all skin types because it can replicate the skin’s moisture and dissolve excess oil.5
BubbForest Premium 100% Pure Marula Oil: Derived from the nut of the African marula fruit, this oil is rich in fatty acids and loaded with antioxidants to help protect against free-radical damage that contributes to skin aging.5
Pure Almond Oil: Rich in Vitamin E, almond oil is perfect for nourishing and reviving any skin type without clogging pores. Consider adding a few drops to your hair conditioner for an extra dose of hydration for your locks.
BubbForest Certified 100% Organic Extra Virgin Coconut Oil: Luxuriously moisturizing, coconut oil is extremely versatile. Solid at room temperature, it melts upon contact with your skin. Rich in vitamin E and fatty acids, coconut oil also has a delightful scent and is an excellent option for dry winter skin.
4. Aztec Secret Indian Healing Clay
Dubbed “the world’s most powerful facial,” Aztec Secret Indian Healing Clay is a longstanding beauty trend. Thousands of fans rave about this deep-pore cleansing clay online. The clay powder, composed of bentonite, has been used for centuries in beauty and spa treatments, dating back to Roman bathhouses and even a 16th-century French priest who indulged in clay facials.6
To create this must-try facial at home, mix Aztec Secret Indian Healing Clay with apple cider vinegar or water. The clay powder blends more effectively with apple cider vinegar, enhancing the benefits. For a detoxifying boost, add a capsule of activated charcoal to your clay mixture!
5. Rogaine® for Men
Rogaine® for Men continues to be a top choice in its category, year after year. Its enduring popularity is hardly surprising—what man doesn’t desire healthy hair? Numerous users attest to this FDA-approved, clinically proven formula.
How does Rogaine® work? Hair loss in men is often due to the shrinking of hair follicles, which over time results in reduced hair visibility.7 The primary ingredient in Rogaine® is 5% Minoxidil, which helps rejuvenate shrunken hair follicles and prolongs your hair's natural growth cycle.7 Other ingredients, including botanical extracts, emollients, and alpha-hydroxy acid (AHA), nourish the scalp. Experience it for yourself with Men's Rogaine Extra Strength - 3 Month Supply.
6. Vitamin C Skincare
Vitamin C creams and serums have recently become staples in skincare regimens. Beauty enthusiasts praise topical vitamin C for its ability to even out skin tone and texture and for its anti-aging benefits.
Vitamin C is an antioxidant that protects skin cells against free radicals and photoaging. It also regulates collagen formation, another crucial factor in skin aging.8 Enjoy the benefits of this popular ingredient with BubbForest Premium Vitamin C Cream, which includes a supportive blend of vitamins and botanicals.
7. Antioxidants for Healthy Skin
Vitamin C is just one of many antioxidants gaining attention in the beauty industry. Antioxidants protect our skin cells from oxidative stress, making them vital for maintaining skin health and combating signs of aging. Other trending antioxidants for healthy skin include topical resveratrol and matcha green tea.
Resveratrol, found in grape skins, is known for its strong anti-aging properties.9 Matcha green tea, made from finely ground green tea leaves, is particularly rich in antioxidants. While you can drink it for its benefits, it is also increasingly found in skincare products. Reap the rewards with BubbForest Resveratrol Wrinkle Cream with Hyaluronic Acid and BubbForest Organic 100% Certified Organic Matcha Green Tea.
8. Better for You Sunscreens
What you apply to your skin is as important as what you consume, and as we become more aware of ingredients, our everyday products are evolving.
Sunscreen is no exception, and yes, you should be wearing it every day! Given its frequent use, it's crucial to opt for a healthier choice, such as mineral-based sunscreens that also include beneficial skin moisturizers and antioxidants.
Consider these options:
Derma E Antioxidant Natural Sunscreen - Body SPF 30: This broad-spectrum sunscreen features antioxidant vitamin C and green tea. It's 100% vegan and free from harmful parabens, phthalates, sodium lauryl sulfate, petrolatum, mineral oil, artificial colors, GMOs, and gluten.
Jason Natural Pure Natural Sun Natural Sunscreen SPF 45 - Family: This sunscreen provides comprehensive skin protection while blending powerful antioxidants and natural ingredients to safeguard, nourish, and minimize premature aging of the skin.
9. Skincare Supplements
It's widely acknowledged that beauty starts from within, as evidenced by the recent surge in popularity of beauty supplements. When you examine the labels of these trending skincare supplements, you'll find ingredients like Schisandra berry, marine collagen, and black currant seed oil, alongside long-established beauty supplements like vitamin E and biotin. Here’s why these ingredients are gaining popularity.
Schisandra Berry: As an adaptogenic herb, Schisandra helps combat the physical and mental effects of stress. Since stress can manifest on your skin, this is a significant benefit for maintaining your glow. Schisandra berry is also rich in antioxidants that protect the skin against photoaging.10
Marine Collagen: Noticed your favorite Instagram influencers adding marine collagen to their morning smoothies? The skin-enhancing benefits of collagen include improved moisture retention, skin texture, and suppleness, and it may also help prevent wrinkles from forming.11 Marine collagen is favored because it is more easily absorbed by the body than other types of collagen, according to wellness experts.12
Black Currant Seed Oil: Celebrated for its rich content of alpha-linolenic acid (ALA) and gamma-linolenic acid (GLA), black currant seed oil is spotlighted as a beautifying supplement that supports hair and skin health.13,14
Vitamin E: Essential antioxidant vitamin E is crucial for maintaining healthy skin. It combats signs of skin aging and supports collagen production.15 Pair vitamin E with vitamin C supplements for a potent skin-health duo.
Biotin: Beautifying biotin aids in nutrient absorption by skin cells and stimulates hair and nail growth. This nutrient has long been renowned as a beauty supplement.
10. Total Body Beauty
Why should your face have all the fun? We love the wellness trend of caring for the rest of your skin as meticulously as you care for your face. You deserve self-care from head to toe!
Many of the nutrients mentioned above benefit your entire body, and your favorite ingredients for keeping your facial complexion hydrated and happy can also nourish your body. Consider moisturizing with almond oil, adding vegetarian squalene oil or hyaluronic acid to your lotions for a hydrating boost, or incorporating any of the other skin-friendly trends above into your body care routine.
What’s On Your Top Shelf?
There’s nothing more beautiful than nurturing your best and healthiest self. Beauty isn’t one-size-fits-all. Your health and beauty routine should be as unique as you are, and we’d love to hear about it.
About Lindsey Toth, MS, RD
Lindsey is a nationally recognized registered dietitian and nutritionist with a soft spot for ice cream. She empowers people to take charge of their health by finding the balance between pleasure and nourishment in food. Her philosophy is that you should take care of your body because it’s the only permanent home you have. This inspired her to pursue a career in nutrition.
*These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. These products are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.
Sources
1. The Effect of Probiotics. International Journal of Women's Dermatology. Read source
2. Probiotics for Acne. American Academy of Dermatology Association. Read source
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