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Knowing Effective Ingredients Series: Snow Mushroom Extract

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Knowing Effective Ingredients Series: Snow Mushroom Extract

 We've all heard about the hydrating hallmarks of Hyaluronic Acid which is a Polysaccharide and is the primary reason for its ability to bind water to the skin (humectant).  Snow Mushroom is also a Polysaccharide, and (drum roll please) much more hydrating, multifaceted and moisturizing than Hyaluronic Acid!  But, Snow Mushroom's benefits don't stop there! 

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Bakuchiol a Natural Alternative to Retinol--Mother Earth's Gift to Skincare

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Bakuchiol a Natural Alternative to Retinol--Mother Earth's Gift to Skincare

No, it's not a typo!  It really is spelled ending in "iol" and is pronounced a couple different ways, commonly "ba-coo-chee-ool", although I've heard other pronunciations.  So, what is this rather new wonderful, exciting ingredient that has serious science behind it?  Let's dig in!!

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