Juvess Skin Cream

I've just started using a new skin cream the other day which apparently is similar to the popular 'Creme de le mer' which is endorsed and used by many celebs such as kate moss, jennifer aniston, kera knightly, johnny depp are using because it is supposed to be a high quality moisterizer. Well it should be, because it costs $110 per ounce. However Juvess has apparently got a very similar cream but also contains a few active compounds such as: Copper peptides, which help increase collagen synthesis. It increases elasticity of the skin, helps remove scars by replacing abnormal collagen matrix with normal collagen. In studies shown here at SkinBiology the results of using copper peptides on skin is dramatic. Another interesting ingredient is Beta glucan, which is found in yeast and oats. A study a little while back found that oat beta glucan can penetrate the skin and increase collagen synthesis, stimulate removal of dead cells and it may help with acne prone skin. At Juvess they have a bar graph which shows the effects of the ingredients. The one below is the results of Beta glucan on skin



The other ingredient is Carnsoine which prevents glycation, and has the ability to actually renew cells to a more youthful state as seen here in this picture.



I've read that many people have had some good success with this cream and now use it to prevent damage and aging, and treat skin that has already been damaged and aged. At the moment I cannot comment on how well it worked for me and my post acne hyperpigmenation and minor scars, because I've only applied the cream 4 times in total. However, what I can say is that the texture is really nice, it doesn't feel to heavy on the skin, and it's non greasy --  leaving a very soft and smooth feel to the skin. By now typical moisturizers would have me breaking out in spots the following day of application.... I feel confident about this cream because the ingredients are backed up with some good, and up to date science from what I've researched over the past week. Juvess also only costs $30 for two ounces, and can last up to 6 months.

I can't wait to 'hopefully' see some good results in the coming months, I'll keep you posted.

Also has anyone else tried this Juvess with much success?


Here are the reference Juvess.com provides to support their cream. Some good evidence, take a read :D

References

1. Int J Cosmet Sci, Vol 27, Issue 5, pp. 292-292 (1), Pillai, R. et al - Anti-wrinkle Therapy: Significant New Findings in the Non-Invasice Cosmetic Treatment of Skin Wrinkles with Beta-Glucan.
http://www.ceapro.com/pdfs/ifscc.pdf

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