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We are very proud that our Eco-Balance Probiotic Radiance Cream has been recognized among the very best skincare products made in Vancouver in 2021! And this is second year in a row! Last year the winner was our Intensive Hydrating Serum. Thank you, Vancouver Magazine jury, for appreciation of our work! As we were told by the judges, Beauty Category was a particularly competitive group this year, so be chosen as a finalist is a true accomplishment and acknowledgment of our hard work!

In fact, the marketing claim “clean beauty” is deceptive. There’s no “Clean” and “Dirty” to begin with.  Let’s ask a question for ourselves: what we expect from skincare? Most likely we want it to be safe and effective. Safe, firstly. And here immediately we face the discovery - ANY ingredient, regardless of the origin, might be safe or unsafe depending on the variety of different factors such as its % in a product, pH of the formula, compatibility with other ingredients, way of use, and so on. For instance, Vitamin B3 (excellent healing and lightening ingredient) might be toxic to...

In fact, the term Stem Cells, applied to skincare, is a bit confusing because initially it was used only for the animal organisms. Stem Cells is a generic term which refers to a special type of cell (undifferentiated cells) in all multi-cellular organisms. They are special because they can develop into different cells. For instance, embryonic stem cells can be developed into any types of cells like muscle cells, epithelial cells, nerve cells, etc. Another type, adult stem cells (or tissue-specific cells), are specific to the particular organ and can be developed only into this organ cells. These type of...

Facial serums are intensive skincare products which you can apply to your skin after cleansing procedure but before your moisturizer. They are made up of small molecules that can penetrate deep into the skin and deliver a very high concentration of active ingredients to the basal layer of epidermis. This makes serums a great tool for targeting specific skincare concerns. What is the special appeal of these products? You may use your favourite moisturizer for months but with combination of different serums, and your routine with be always adequate to the current needs of your skin! By using the serums...

Dryness of the skin is very common issue of the mature skin. If your skin is dry, pay your specific attention on the skincare with Ceramides. Below is a brief observation of what they are, how they work on your skin, and an overview of Luksha Cosmetics products with Ceramides. WHAT ARE CERAMIDES? Ceramides are the lipid substances that are naturally found in the stratum corneum (the top layer of your epidermis). And what is most important - they represent the main intercellular lipids of our skin. HOW DO THEY WORK? Let`s have a look at the composition of the...