Ocinium Journal

“Inner beauty, outer health” has taken a whole new meaning with the topical use of probiotics for skin health. It was only a matter of time before scientists began to research the benefits of probiotics outside of the gut wall! While this is still a relatively new field of research, the use of topical or dermal application of probiotics in...

WHATS THE BUZZ ABOUT ORGANIC COSMECEUTICALS? WHAT IS A COSMECEUTICAL? Cosmeceuticals are a hybrid of the words “cosmetic” and “pharmaceutical” which eludes to their scientific and medical origin. Cosmeceuticals contain high concentrations of active ingredients with the potential to bring about active and visible changes in the skin with continued use. Cosmeceuticals are backed by clinical evidence and are results...

In recent years there has been a strong focus on what we put inside our bodies in relation to our health and wellness, however research is now indicating that what we put on our bodies via personal care and cosmetic products significantly contributes to toxic burden within the body also. It is estimated that the average female is exposed to...