Pumpkin: Nature’s Source for Healthy,
Hydrated & Youthful
Skin
By MyChelle Dermaceuticals
 It’s hard to overstate the benefits of pumpkin–its plentiful
antioxidants, enzymes, iron, zinc, vitamins C and K, and fiber make it
one of nature’s great health foods. So when we began formulating
nourishing, healing products for the skin, we didn’t have to look any
farther than the Thanksgiving table to find inspiration.
As it turns out, the properties that make pumpkin so nourishing for the
body also benefit the skin. Its enzymes make it a safe and effective exfoliator– a gentle alternative to harsh chemical peels. Its
phytonutrients, minerals, enzymes, and vitamins infuse the skin with
important elements that bring about cellular rejuvenation and strengthen
weakened skin structures. This is especially important for aging or
damaged skin, which does not renew itself as effectively as young skin.
At its prime, the process of epidermal turnover—in which older skin
cells die off and new ones travel up to the surface of the epidermis to
replace them—takes about one month. However, as we age that process can
take up to twice as long. To help restore the process of natural
exfoliation, we can use enzymes and gentle acids like those found in
pumpkin. In addition, pumpkin extracts in MyChelle’s pumpkin skin care
line contain concentrated vitamin A derivatives, which bolster the
skin’s retinoic acid receptors—the cellular element responsible for cell
turnover. By removing dead cells on the surface of the skin and
encouraging a healthy renewal rate, we reveal the newer, smoother skin
beneath.
Another benefit of pumpkin is that it’s loaded with antioxidants.
Throughout our lives we are exposed to free radicals—through polluted
air, environmental toxins, stress, and lackluster diets—and those cause
damage to our skin cells. Antioxidants like those in pumpkin protect our
skin cells by neutralizing free radicals. That’s a good thing, because
it means we are able to keep our skin structures in tact and prevent
wrinkles and other damage.
The oil from pumpkin seeds is uniquely beneficial for skin. It is rich
in essential fatty acids that regulate proper skin sebum (oil)
production, which makes it useful for both oily/acne-prone skin and dry
skin. Talk about a wonder-nutrient. The seeds are also a rich source of
minerals, especially zinc, which is a great antioxidant and skin healer.
Pumpkin Renew Cream is a fantastic nourishing cream for young,
acne-prone or normal skin types. Deep Repair Cream is designed more for
mature skin and contains powerful cellular renewal ingredients along
with the pumpkin seed oil.
With all these benefits it’s no wonder MyChelle’s pumpkin line is
beneficial for so many different skin types: People with aging, mature,
or dry skin will see change due to its ability to promote healthy cell
structure and cellular renewal. People with acne will benefit from its
balancing and healing properties. And people with normal skin will enjoy
its gentle, nourishing qualities.
Our Recommended Skin Care Regimen
For dry or aging skin, we recommend the following daily skin care
regimen. It includes the products from our pumpkin skin care line, as
well as a few others that are specifically formulated to nourish mature
skin.
 Creamy Pumpkin Cleanser - is a rich, gentle cleanser with pumpkin
extract and honey enzymes that work to dissolve and soften dead skin
cells. It also contains chlorophyll and algae extracts to detoxify and
nourish while cleansing. It feels like indulgent pumpkin dessert for the
face.
 Incredible Pumpkin Peel - is our award-winning treatment that is
incredibly healing for oily and acne-prone skin because of its unique
exfoliating properties. It sloughs off dead skin cells and allows the
skin to breathe and detoxify. The nourishing peel also supplies the skin
with natural acids and vitamins, including healing vitamin A, making it
effective for rejuvenating sun-damaged and dull skin.
Perfect C Serum is a powerhouse of active antioxidants combined with
unprecedented 17% L-ascorbic acid and organic essential oils.
Antioxidants neutralize free radicals while L-ascorbic acid and glucosamine assist in healthy collagen production.
NoTox Anti-Wrinkle Serum is the ultimate in natural wrinkle defense.
This safe and effective serum delivers six peptides to support collagen
and elastin production for a healthy and youthful epidermis.
Pumpkin Hydrating Mist - is made with fermented pumpkin juice and poppy
extract. The rejuvenating and toning mist provides a surge of bioavailable nutrients to the skin. In addition, it provides
medicinal-grade benefits with patchouli and sandalwood essential oils,
which not only smell wonderful, but also help dry skin produce the
natural oils it needs.
 Pumpkin Renew Cream
- is an elemental nourishing cream that benefits all
skin types. Organic shea butter and pumpkin seed oil balance and nourish
the skin without creating a suffocating barrier. Epidermal growth factor
(EGF) promotes healing and cellular repair, while antioxidants spin
trap, TocominTM, and astaxanthin provide advanced antioxidant protection
and protection against free radical damage. Available either naturally
scented or unscented.
Fabulous Eye Cream is an exceptional eye cream that soothes fine lines
and wrinkles, leaving the eye area supple while reducing the visible
signs of aging. It can also help those tiny creases above the lip. You
have to try this one to see how effective it really is!
Magnolia Fresh Eyes with EYESERYL® Peptide reduces puffy eye tissue
while strengthening the weakened capillaries that produce dark circles.
Daisy flower extract soothes, tones, and brightens, and green coffee is
added to decrease the thickness of subcutaneous fat. Its signature
ingredient, magnolia, is anti-inflammatory and a powerful antioxidant.
Sun Shield SPF 28 is an anti-aging, non-irritating, full-spectrum sun
block with organic aloe, which preserves skin’s moisture without
clogging pores. When used daily, it protects skin from future damage.
 And, of course,
MyChelle uses only 100 percent natural
ingredients—unlike some companies that call their products “natural”
even though they contain as little as 10% natural ingredients. We avoid
any synthetics, including artificial preservatives and stabilizers, in
the interest of creating the safest, purest, and most effective products
available. Our products are all vegetarian and most are vegan and of
course cruelty-free.
For more information on the MyChelle natural skin care products, click
here.
Additional Reading:
Pumpkin for Beautiful Skin
Bioactive Ingredients – Where Science Meets Nature
Skin Care Wake-Up Call
Paraben Dangers in Skin Care Products
The Ugly Truth of Botox
Heal Sensitive Skin Naturally
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intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. Suggestions
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not be interpreted as medical advice, meant for diagnosing illness, or
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