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Tested for you: „Body Cream“ by Dr. Jetske Ultee

Written by Margit Rüdiger on . Posted in #me.

In the Netherlands, the brand has long been synonymous with high-quality skin care. Behind it is a doctor from Rotterdam, Dr. Jetske Ultee. Another doctor brand, you might say. Yes, but this medical doctor is a research doctor in cosmetic dermatology. In 2009 she started to share her knowledge on her skincare blog and in 2010 introduced her skin care and make-up line Dr. Jetske Ultee. Why did I choose something as unspectacular as a body cream to test out from your comprehensive line?Because it is finally an honest body cream that does not claim to firm up slack tissue, tighten the skin and smooth cellulite – which never works anyway. I also have to agree with Dr. Ultee, who says, “Finding a good body care product with really effective ingredients is quite difficult.“ Simply cream away dry skin And indeed, the body cream is rich, but neither greasy nor sticky. It is unscented, so it smells pleasantly neutral and does not bother you when you apply perfume over it. What I like most is that it keeps my dry skin, especially on my lower legs, smooth all day and prevents flakes from forming. This is due to a high concentration of the liquorice root extract. There is also niacinamide (vitamin B3), one of Dr. Ultees favorite substance, which is also included in her facial care. It not only protects the skin against moisture loss by strengthening the barrier function, but also against damage caused by UV radiation. I use it for the whole body and preferably after showering on the slightly damp and warm skin, because then it has the most lasting effect. And not to forget the price / performance ratio is right too! „Body Cream“ by Dr. Jetske Ultee, 500 ml, ca. 34 Euro… weiterlesen

Tested for you: Mádara „Fake it“

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Because I never use foundation, but like self-tanning when the skin is pale, I wanted to be prepared for the coming winter. While looking for a suitable product, I came across a 100% vegan self-tanner. Natural cosmetics and artificial tans. How does that fit together? That was the first question that came to my mind and made me curious about the product. The ingredient list convinced me. Not a trace of chemistry. The tanning ingredient dihydroxyacetone (DHA), which hardly any self-tanner can do without, is derived at Mádara through the fermentation of natural components such as sugar beet. It is this substance that gives the skin that lightly tanned shade by reacting with the amino acids on the surface of the skin. Unfortunately, because it also has a slightly drying effect, “Fake it” is enriched with moisturizing hyaluronic acid, jojoba oil and antioxidants. And now for the test: The healthy glow Surprising for me: the self-tanner is used overnight. How good that I read the instructions on the package beforehand. In any case, I clean the skin as usual in the evening and do a good peeling. Then I take two pumps – almost a little too much – from the dispenser and use my fingertips to spread the “Healthy Glow Serum” evenly over the face and neck. The whitish serum feels light and soft on the skin and smells pleasantly citric. It is quickly absorbed and leaves no noticeable layer or greasy sheen. I was afraid of my bed linen! You shouldn’t forget to wash your hands thoroughly with soap – even between your fingers – otherwise brown edges will remain. The next morning: The first look at the pillow. Clean! The next look in the mirror: an evenly softly tanned complexion. Naturally beautiful. The shade is actually perfect, but I would like to know if there is still more possible. So, to intensify the color, I apply “Fake it” a second time, following my usual care routine. I work at home for the next few hours, so no “color mishap” can happen that I don’t dare to go out on the street. The “new” result can be seen for around five hours: I’m a little more tanned, but still in the “natural, sunkissed” category. When I later leave the house, I also use a sun protection cream because the sun is still relatively strong in these autumn days and the self-tanner does not contain any sun protection.… weiterlesen

Tested for you: Cicé „Peelingserum“

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The skin care line is vegan, free of critical ingredients and comes from German production. It was originally developed by the two founders Catharina von Rogister and Bernadette Brysch in 2007 for aesthetic plastic surgeons, especially for use before and after operations. This means that the products are extremely soothing to the skin. For me all indications to take a closer look at them. I chose the peeling serum for testing. I have to admit, as an impatient person, I was particularly interested in the fact that you don’t have to sit around somewhere and wait for it to take effect and then wash off again. No, the peeling serum is applied overnight! Night shift The serum comes out of the dispenser in a transparent and homogeneous liquid. It is easy to spread on cleansed skin and is massaged in without any mechanical scratching grains tampering with the skin. I never liked that feeling! At first you can smell the fruit acids contained, eight in number such as salicylic, glycolic and lactic acids, which are responsible for the peeling effect Sabiwhite, an extract from turmeric root, works against age and pigment spots, while glycerol and pantheon (provitamin B5) moisturize and soothe the skin. After about ten minutes my face begins to tense slightly. But in order not to disturb the peeling effect, I can only apply my night care after 30 minutes. It can be easily distributed over it. The next morning I clean the skin as usual. It feels good – delicate and soft. Twice a week I use the peeling serum in the evening and use it to specifically treat my oily T-zone with the enlarged pores. After about four weeks, the complexion looks more even, the pores already look a bit smaller and the T-zone does not grease so quickly. I’ve already got used to the sour smell when I applied it. Cicé, „Peelingserum“, 30 ml, ca. 69 Euro Lead photo: masarik@shutterstock, Cicé (2)… weiterlesen

Testet for you: Estée Lauder „Perfectionist Pro Aqua UV Gel SPF 50“


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With UV filters, my skin has its problems. Depending on them more than they irritation speak small red spots and clogged pores. I would take that as proof of just how stressful chemical filter systems are on the skin. My beautician Julia has to fight the consequences every time again and again. But because uv protection is a must, I’ve tried countless products. Including mineral filters. Nearly none of them passed the test. If they don’t cause pimples, they leave white traces or an unsightly greasy sheen in the higher filter area, which I don’t even tolerate on the beach. For this reason, I was extremely excited about the new product from Estée Lauder’s Perfectionist series. So light on the skin The “Aqua UV-Gel” lives up to its name. The gel emulsion comes out of the tube whitish, but is water light and becomes immediately transparent when spread on the skin. In addition, it leaves the face with a pleasantly refreshing feeling of moisture. No ugly whitening effect despite SPF 50. The 100% mineral-based light protection creates a silky veil that protects the skin from UVA / UVB exposure. The light glow makes the complexion beautifully summery. Anti-irritants like algae extract and caffeine prevent stains and blemishes. They help my skin feel relaxed and calm. What I also like is that the gel formula not only prevents UV damage, but is also equipped with eight anti-oxidants such as tiger lily extract, vitamins C and E, resveratrol and green tea extract. As a result, the skin is protected from environmental pollution such. B. effectively protected by ozone, smoke, infrared and fine dust. I’ve been using the Aqua Gel for four weeks now and applied it every morning as the last step in my skin care routine.No sticky feeling, no clogged pores. I’m curious what my beautician will say at our next appointment. Estée Lauder “Perfectionist Pro Aqua UV Gel SPF 50“, 30 ml, 45 US $… weiterlesen

Antioxidants – why we can’t do without

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A topic that is in the truest sense of the word brand new in these sunny months: free radicals and their antioxidants. Even without sunburn, UV radiation can create huge amounts of free radicals in the skin. In order to combat these extremely aggressive cell destroyers effectively, antioxidants from the inside and outside are required. If we would qualify free radicals exclusively as “bad”, that would be wrong. It is not for nothing that the body produces it itself during various metabolic processes. He needs them, for example, so that the immune system can keep bacteria, viruses or inflammatory press under control. Normally, the human body’s defense mechanisms are equipped to deal with a certain excess of free radicals. But our modern lifestyle is overwhelming. In addition to UV radiation, alcohol, smoking, the inhalation of environmental toxins and even blue light from smartphones, tablets and the like all promote the formation of these molecules that damage the cells. The body’s own defense system can no longer adequately eliminate the aggressors. Oxidative stress occurs. The cells become inoperable. Not only premature aging of the skin, but many health problems begin with it. Desperately looking for an electron If you want to understand the importance of antioxidants, you have to understand how free radicals work. The chemical structure of these oxygen-containing molecules is unstable because they lack an electron. In their search for a replacement they are extremely aggressive and extremely fast. It only takes 10-11 seconds (0.000 000 000 01 seconds) to find a suitable binding partner. They snatch the required electron from this intact molecule, which can be from the cell membrane, from a protein or from DNA. This electron robbery is known as oxidation. A chain reaction starts. The stolen molecule is now also a free radical and is looking for a victim. The higher the concentration of these killer molecules, the more massive the oxidative stress and the damage in the body. Depending on which molecules are affected, cell functions are impaired, and if the membrane is damaged, even cell death occurs. With DNA damage, uncontrolled cell division (development of cancer) is the result. And much more. The radical scavengers The power of antioxidants is that they make free radicals inactive and thus harmless. How? They add the missing electron to them. These radical scavengers are divided into five groups: vitamins, minerals, enzymes, trace elements and secondary plant substances (phytochemicals).… weiterlesen

Summer cocktails that are also good for the skin

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In these hot days, cool drinks have high season. Why not mix something that not only tastes delicious but also benefits the skin? Here are two summer recipes from dietary supplements to try out. I have already reported on Regulatpro Hyluron in previous stories. I always take the cascade-fermented regulatory essence as a cure when my skin looks tired and can once again tolerate a moisture booster from the inside – like now in summer with lots of sun and dry heat. But why not combine the useful with the pleasant? That’s why I made a summer berry smoothie with hyaluronic acid based on a recipe from German nutritionist Adaeze Wolf (check out her blog Naturally Good). What you need for the berry smoothie: 200 g berries (raspberries, currants, blueberries)1/2 pineapple1 piece of fresh ginger (about the size of a thumb)1 sliced ​​apple1 sprig of mint2-3 ice cubes500 ml of water1 shot of Regulatpro Hyaluron The preparation is very simple: You cut the pineapple and ginger (peel beforehand) into pieces. Put in the blender along with the other ingredients and mix well. Fill into glasses and add the ice cubes. Enjoy it immediately! The little hottie My second tip for everyone who likes it a little spicier: a Mochi_ to, alcohol-free of course, from the chi _ by Ringana. In addition to ginger and ginseng root extract, it contains lots of useful nutritional supplements as well as natural caffeine and vitamin C from the acerola fruit. The taste is slightly sour and spicy. What you need for the Mochi_ _to:: 8 mint leaves2 cl lemon juiceMineral waterIce cubes1 bottle of Ringana chi_ _ (30 ml) To prepare, put the mint and lemon juice in a glass with ice cubes. Then pour in the chi_ , and finally top up everything with mineral water. If I like it a little spicier and don’t feel like mixing or don’t have the necessary ingredients at hand, I just put two ice cubes in a glass and pour the chi _ with it. Salud! Also delicious and it fits in every season: Pour a chi_ _ portion over the already cut fruit salad and mix in as a dressing.… weiterlesen

Tested for you: Augustinus Bader „The Cream Cleansing Gel“

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I have to admit that I am very benevolent to Professor Augustinus Bader. Not only he is one of the globally recognized leaders in stem cell biology. He is just an outstanding personality, a very humane, responsible person as I found out in an interview with him. As head of stem cell research at the University of Leipzig, he spent 30 years focused on perfecting the healing process and uncovered how to reawaken these cells, which go dormant over time due to aging or trauma. He clearly explains to me what makes many skin care products lie, “that you can’t add stem cells to your skin, you can only wake up the inactive cells in your body.” Professor Bader’s mission started with the intention to help burn victims, particularly children with traumatic injuries. In 2008, he formulated a groundbreaking wound gel that heals even third-degree burns without surgery or skin grafts. It works by carrying a set of healing signals to the site of the wound or burn, triggering the damaged skin cells and facilitating perfect healing. This gave him his idea for skin care with the patented TFC8® (Trigger Factor Complex) technology. His approach: what helps damaged skin can only do good skin good.In 2018, he launched a single product – „The Cream“ – with the goal to leave the skin smoother and regenerated. It was followed by “The Rich Cream” and a body cream. A complete care line should be out by the end of this year. Cleansing without feeling tense All Bader products are based on the Trigger Factor Complex (TFC8®). It consists of natural amino acids, high-quality vitamins and synthesized molecules that also occur in the skin. This guides important nutrients and powerful natural ingredients into the skin cells, creating an optimal environment for the body’s natural repair and regeneration processes. And because beautiful skin starts with a thorough cleansing, the first thing I decided to do was “The Cream Cleasing Gel”. What comes out of the dispenser in a good dose is a white cream-gel texture. It feels light and fresh on the skin. No fragrances are included. The smell is pleasantly natural, maybe a little „medicinal“. Emulsified with water, it does not develop foam, which I like. The eye and waterproof brow make-up can also be easily removed without burning your eyes. And most importantly, normally my skin tends to feel uncomfortable after cleaning, so I can’t apply a serum or cream quickly enough.… weiterlesen

Are you Suffering from Maskne?

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This is not a stupid misspelling, but the latest international term related to the corona pandemic. Mask-ne consists of the two words mask and acne and describes a skin problem that can affect everyone – women and men. The street scene worldwide is dominated by masks. They are now available as fashion accessories with the most unusual patterns and colors. Unfortunately, the skin underneath often looks less beautiful. The problem is called Masken. It is used to describe the skin irritations and pimples that spread under the fabric. This is due to the so-called occlusion effect. The mask prevents sweat and heat from being released normally by the skin and evaporates. Instead, heat builds up, causing the horny layer to swell. This makes it more permeable to pollutants. The moisture that favors this bacterial formation also reduces the permeability of the mask, which makes breathing more difficult. Especially in summer, when you sweat more anyway, this skin irritation can increase.In addition, the sebum gland activity increases, which in turn can be a breeding ground for bacteria and consequent impurities. A kind of perioral dermatitis develops, a rash around the mouth. This is not acne in the classic sense, but rather an acne mechanica that has mechanical triggers like the friction of fabric. It is known from football players who have to wear a helmet with a chin strap for many hours and then have inflammation and irritation at this point, which can lead to clogged pores and deep acne cysts. “We also observed cases of mask, a dermatitis caused by wearing a mask, during the SARS epidemic,” says Dr. Michelle Henry, dermatologist in New York. Increased hormone releases such as the stress hormone cortisol can also play a role because it stimulates the sebaceous glands and thus also provokes acne. And who is not stressed during this time! A worldwide problem In the current Covid19 times, the maskne phenomenon can be observed globally. American nurses report how their skin has deteriorated since the constant mask requirement. They say that if you wear an N95 mask (highest security level) and then a surgical mask over it, the bacterial growth on the skin develops like in a petri dish in a laboratory. Quickly and generously. The Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology published a study that found that 97 percent of staff in the central Chinese province of Hubei had skin problems caused by wearing the masks.… weiterlesen

Tested for you: Juchheim Cosmetics „ByeByeCellulite“

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This time I have chosen a topic that concerns (almost) all women: cellulite. It has long been known that it arises from the interaction of genes, hormones and the percentage of body fat. Stress, nutrition, lack of exercise as well as alcohol and smoking can also contribute to it. And the more fat the cells store, the more they push out through the connective tissue strands. So far, no cosmetic herb, i.e. cream, has been able to combat cellulite. Until the Munich doctor Dr. Jürgen Juchheim launched his Effect Cosmetic on the market. These include “ByeBye Cellulite”, which is praised by instagramers and bloggers as a miracle cream. I wanted to know that more precisely. And I took a lot of time with the test and I have invested some money – not just a little. In the meantime the third jar is in use since I use cream twice a day, morning and evening. As red as a suburn After the first application, the skin is as red as a sunburn for about an hour, but this wears off after just under a week. The prerequisite is that you don’t apply too much of the cream. It happened to me too! The reddening of the skin, which also indicates an increase in blood flow, is caused by the nettle extract. In addition, the plant substance fisetin, which is known to remove damaged cells, is supposed to empty the enlarged fat cells. Carnitine boosts fat metabolism. The cream is better absorbed by the skin if it is free of shower gel or other products. The manufacturer recommends cleaning them beforehand with a Juchheim tonic. I save that, as do the rubber gloves that users report on internet that they use to apply. Afterwards I simply wash my hands thoroughly with soap (also under the fingernails) and make the Cellulite treatment the last step of my bathroom routine to be on the safe side. So it is the turn of the face first, then the body. In fact, the thighs look smoother right after the first application. But this is only temporary and disappears together with the reddening. Actually it is after six weeks of regular creaming that I notice a slight improvement. I want to know more about it and keep going. After another four weeks, my thighs are visibly smoother and the tissue feels firmer.Thanks to vitamin E and soybean and sunflower oil, the complexion is smoother all in all.… weiterlesen

What Exactly Are Peptides?

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The term peptides is used time and again in skin care products. If you believe the advertising, true power molecules are hidden behind it, which smooth wrinkles, tighten and refresh the skin. And they also make the muscles grow. “First and foremost, peptides help to form the collagen and elastin fibers that are everywhere in our skin. It’s short chains of amino acids that tell the body to produce more collagen.” This is how Ron Robinson, my favorite cosmetic chemist in New York, who has an answer to every beauty question, explains the phenomenon of peptides. Roger that. Peptides are something like little messengers that deliver messages. Roger that. In this case, they signal the cells to start the skin’s natural regeneration process.But why are there so many different peptides? Robinson has an explanation for that too. „Since peptides are composed of up to 50 amino acids, they are incredibly changeable. All you have to do is add, remove or replace an amino acid and you have already created a new peptide that again fulfills new functions.“ This can be smoothing or strengthening, it can have an anti-inflammatory effect or keep the moisture in the skin for longer. Chain reaction To go a little deeper: Proteins such as collagen consist of chains of peptides, which in turn consist of amino acids. There are hundreds of peptides, and each peptide is made from a combination of amino acids. If peptides are combined in a certain way, they form proteins. Proteins in turn are composed of one or more polypeptide chains. The length of these chains can vary from approx. 40 to over 4,000 amino acids. To speak of the one peptide would be wrong. Peptides are rather a whole group with a wide variety of tasks and functions. Of the many peptides, tetrapeptides (they have four amino acids) and hexapeptides with six amino acids are often used in skin care. Due to their special chemical structure, both perform a wide variety of tasks: Hexapeptides can reduce stubborn expression lines, while tetrapeptides promote elasticity and firmness of the skin. Molecules which have at least ten amino acids are generally classified as polypeptides. Shorter polypeptides are called oligopeptides. The individual amino acids are linked by so-called peptide bonds. Incidentally, this was researched in 1902 by the German chemist and later Nobel laureate Emil Fischer. Peptides instead of botox Agireline (INCI name: Acetyl-Hexapeptide 3), which is said to have a botox-like effect, is one of the best known oligo- or hexapeptides.… weiterlesen