Minerals for skin and hair: components of youth and health

The benefits of plant actives, peptides and extracts for the skin are undeniable, but inorganic actives created on the basis of minerals can be no less effective. They can be divided into macroelements and oligoelements.

Oligoelements are chemical substances that are found in our body in microscopic quantities

Macroelements are biologically significant elements that are components of living matter, the concentration of which in the body is quite significant. Without them, living organisms cannot exist, and their deficiency leads to serious health problems.

Oligoelements in cosmetics: their properties for skin and hair

• Oligoelements are involved in many important processes at the cellular level. They promote the synthesis of collagen and elastin, reduce the destructive effect of free radicals, and prevent oxidation processes. In addition, oligoelements act as catalysts for enzymatic reactions, ensure metabolism in cells, and promote the absorption of vitamins.
• Copper acts as a wound-healing, anti-inflammatory element, it protects collagen fibers from destruction by free radicals, participates in cell metabolism and elastin production.
• Silicon – activates the production of collagen and elastin, promotes cell regeneration and has a moisturizing effect, as it promotes moisture retention.
• Magnesium – promotes the production of cellular energy, renews cellular structure, removes excess water from the body.
• Zinc is an element for skin regeneration and healing, reduces inflammation, disinfects, whitens and delays ultraviolet rays.
• Manganese – supports metabolic processes, promotes the absorption of B vitamins, vitamin C, copper and other minerals, has antioxidant properties, promotes the synthesis of glucosamine (one of the components of connective tissue and collagen).

Macroelements and their properties for skin and hair

The topic of macroelements in cosmetology is very broad and we will not go into it now. Let us only mention the so-called “potassium-sodium pump”, with the help of which the cell maintains mineral and water balance. The so-called principle of osmotic hydration, when moisture comes to the skin from the inside. In addition, the balance of these macroelements helps maintain the electrical activity of cells in nerves and muscles, and the normal transport of sugars and amino acids across cell membranes.

Mineral complexes for home cosmetics

Recently, the use of minerals in natural cosmetics is gaining great popularity among: both in professional cosmetics and in preparing chrome at home.

The Beurre store has made a selection of minerals and ready-made complexes, the action of which is aimed at solving various cosmetic problems.

1. Sepitonic M4 (Sepitonic) is a ready-made balanced mineral complex based on zinc, copper, magnesium and calcium. Aspartate/gluconate is used as a transport system. The complex inhibits the aging process, protects against negative environmental influences, helps reduce moisture loss and collagen production, and has a tonic, anti-inflammatory and antimicrobial effect. In addition, Sepitonic stimulates cell activity, as it recreates electrical signals similar to the natural signals of the skin.
2. Oligoceane (Oligoushen) is a complex consisting of mineral salts and extract from oyster shells. It contains zinc, copper, cobalt and manganese. Among other metals, it is worth highlighting potassium, magnesium and calcium. The active promotes skin mineralization, works as an antioxidant and preventive active against skin aging and stress, promotes skin hydration and moisture retention in the upper layers.
3. Atomized seawater is a powder made from seawater that is dried, removing the NaCl, leaving only the beneficial minerals. The asset has a balanced content of potassium, magnesium and sodium. These minerals help retain moisture, reduce inflammation and redness. The asset can be used to prepare thermal water (very important in summer), create tonics, wraps and thalassotherapy products. You can also create a healing bath filled with minerals using atomized water.
4. Zinc PCA (Zinc PSA) or zinc salt and pyrrolidone carboxylic acid is a very effective component: a powerful sebum regulator, moisturizer, an ideal asset for skin with acne and inflammation. Works well against dandruff and hair loss, normalizes the water-lipid and mineral balance of the skin. However, there are features of working with this component: Zinc PCA may precipitate if the pH of the water is above 6, while if the same solution is acidified with lactic acid, the precipitate will successfully dissolve. Zinc can also dilute emulsions and detergents, so it is recommended that you read the instructions for working with the component.
5. Copper PCA (Copper PSA) – copper salts and pyrrolidone carboxylic acid. The active promotes the production of collagen, has an antimicrobial, wound-healing and rejuvenating effect, promotes the narrowing of pores, as well as hair growth. Suitable even for teenage skin (when fighting teenage acne). Works very well in synergy with Zinc PCA. PCA copper is a fine powder of bright green-blue color and gives cosmetics a delicate blue or emerald color. Remember that all assets containing copper are incompatible with vitamin C. Read the full instructions for working with the component on the Beurre store website.

Recipes for cosmetics with mineral components

If you are new to cream making, it is very difficult to create your own correct recipe. And we are ready to help you with this. Go to the YouTube channel Beurre Cosmetic Kitchen, where we have already developed many recipes for handmade cosmetics and share the technology for making cosmetics with our own hands.

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