How Guinot Oxygenating Face Emulsion works

Can oxygen hold the secret to beauty and healthy skin? The beauty industry and years of research seem to think so. According to SkinInc, oxygen is one of the latest contributions to the field. Modern technology has eliminated many of the inconven­iences associated with providing this type of service in a spa setting.

The history of oxygen skin care began with its topical application to hasten the healing of burns. In hospital environments, pressurized oxygen in tanks is utilized. The disadvantages of this delivery method within a spa are obvious; the tanks require refilling and pose a potential fire hazard.

Oxygen skin care is based on the premise that stable natural oxygen increases skin cell metabolism. All cells require natural oxygen, which consists of two atoms bound together by a stable covalent—or chemical—bond. This is not to be confused with unstable forms of oxygen, which are known as free radicals.

The most common free radical is a single oxygen atom. These atoms are unstable, due to unpaired electrons in their outer shell. Free radicals react readily in a chemical process called oxidation. Cell membranes are the most vulnerable to this type of damage, which can be neutralized by the benefits of antioxidant nutrients.

Early practitioners utilized dry oxygen application techniques—clients wore a face mask or inhaled oxygen. It soon was determined, however, that applying oxygen in conjunction with a liquid solution—commonly referred to as serums or hydrosols—offers several advantages. First, the chemistry of the liquid can be used as a healing tool. In addition, the substance is effective as a coupling medium for transferring one product to another location. In this case, liquid solutions carry oxygen directly into the epidermis.

Which is why we’re big fans of Guinot Double Ionisation Oxygenant Emulsion OZ2 – Oxygenating Face Emulsion. This is part of the Hydradermie treatment and contains a thermal electrode which stimulates cellular activity with thermal energy; cellular boosts cell oxygnation and the skin’s microcirculation