Ocinium Journal

Most of us know that without adequate protection from harsh external aggressors such as the sun and environmental pollution, the skin will start to show signs of dullness, age spots and pigmentation over time. The impact of 2800 different chemical substances that are systematically released into the air now necessitates protection beyond sunscreen. Environmental pollutants increase features of extrinsic aging...

With the New Year just around the corner, now is the perfect time to re-evaluate your current skincare practices and adopt results-led habits that will ensure this upcoming year is your skin’s best ever. One of the most effective means of ensuring your skin looks its best is being aware of what ingredients are most beneficial for your skin. This...

In order to get the most out of your skincare routine, there are a number of different holistic lifestyle habits you can incorporate into your day to help maintain a flawless complexion. Stress can wreak havoc on your skin. When you are feeling stressed, inflammation causing hormones such as cortisol are released by the body. This can result in several...

Including antioxidants in your skincare routine each day is an absolute necessity for fortifying your skin against oxidative damage, preventing atmospheric aging and providing DNA protection. Antioxidants, one of the most powerful ingredients in skincare, are essentially compounds that protect and repair the skin by neutralising free radicals, which are unstable atoms that bond with oxygen and damage cells. Free...