Collagen is a protein that can be thought of as a “cellular glue” and is the building block for healthy skin, hair and nails. This scaffolding protein makes up as much as 75% of the dry weight of the skin. As we age, and under stress conditions, collagen production declines. In order to preserve the…
6 Things to Understand when using Collagen Boosting Serums
Today, more people are spending money on collagen boosting serums, getting fillers or even taking oral collagen supplements in the hopes of smoothing and plumping the skin & minimizing wrinkles, with mixed results. So why do some collagen boosting formulas work and some don’t? What are the ‘best and safest’ ways to augment collagen naturally?…
How to Understand the Difference – Natural vs Organic
Are the many abbreviations and markings on beauty products confusing you? While some brands label “organically certified” ingredients in their products and classify them as ‘organic’, others may label ‘natural’ and ‘wildcrafted’ ingredients that may or may not be certified organic. Let’s outline the difference: Natural ‘Natural’ labels on skincare or haircare products generally mean…
Collagen Boost Skin Therapy Protocol
Collagen is the primary building block of plump, firm, resilient & ageless skin. The collagen-elastin matrix is responsible for the skin’s structural integrity, resulting in the smooth, supple and elastic appearance of youth. As we age, collagen fibers begin to degrade and regeneration/cell synthesis is diminished due to UV ray exposure, along with other factors…
The Many Benefits of Hawthorn for Skin & Hair
Hawthorn is a highly prized botanical known for its healing properties. Hawthorn berries, leaves and flowers are rich in polyphenols and antioxidants, which have the ability to ward off many skin and hair problems. Also called as Thorn apple or May-tree, Hawthorn trees or bushes grow in the hills of North America. The red, pink…
Why you should be using Sulfate free Shampoo
There are thousands of different shampoos, conditioners, body washes, facial cleansers, scrubs available on the market today. Unfortunately, most of these drugstore products contain ingredients that can wreak havoc on the body. One such ingredient is ‘Sulfates’. Because many people have become aware of this fact, many companies are making a serious attempt to ‘mislead’…
The Benefits of Organic Sunflower Seeds for Skin and Hair
According to the ancient texts of Ayurveda, Sunflower Extract is recognized as one of the top super-seeds that is extremely beneficial in calming Vata dosha (or dry/thin skin). They are excellent sources of Vitamin E and fat-soluble antioxidants. Historical evidence exists to show that Native Americans were harnessing the beauty benefits of Sunflowers as early…
How to Care for the Fragile Skin around your Eyes
Most of us can’t imagine life without mascara, eyeliner and a bit of eyeshadow on a daily basis. We all know what an amazing pick up for our face this is. However, what we don’t realize is how these products might be contributing to the accelerated appearance of aging in the delicate skin around our…
Exclusive Interview with Skin Therapist and Esthetician, Mikkel Støve
Here we talk with Mikkel Støve, a successful Esthetician in Denmark who has been using our pure organic skin care and hair care products from Puraveda Organics exclusively in his spa for over 2 years. With his vision of providing innovative, meaningful, and effective natural skin treatments Mikkel Westermann Støve quit his job as an…
