COUNTERTIME Collection

Retinol affects protective layer Retinol is a derivative of vitamin A. Retinoic acid is the active form of vitamin A. This vitamin stimulates basal cell skin growth which affects the growth of epidermal skin cells. #BETTERWITHAGE CountertimeCountdown For those that have looked for the fountain of youth and have found Retinol, you may be trading away skin health. But, there is a failure in the process. The new cells which were produced abnormally fast do not have the components to protect the skin, a function of the epidermal cell. Protection that normally prevents UV and other environmental damage. The more Retinol you use, the lessRead More →

Beautycounter Clean and Safer

Beautycounter fell in my lap. LOA I am now 70 years young. When I say Beautycounter fell in my lap, I am speaking of how I noticed them as a business. This image was taken 3 days ago (4/25/22) I am outside with my camera on many occasions and I have noticed that the skin on my face suffers from exposure to the elements of sun and wind. I had a strong desire to protect my skin but, my Wellness Doctor had indicated that sunscreens were “not all that great for you.” That was enough of a reason not to use them. He was educatedRead More →