How to get a ‘No Trace Face’

You may have heard that the latest buzz amongst the A listers is the NO TRACE FACE, that means minimum intervention and little work so that the effects of cosmetic surgery are less pronounced and visible at a glance. Safer and better use of cosmetic surgery to enhance and aid your natural beauty, without masking it. And who can blame them? We have all seen the pictures of celebrities who have gone too far!

The problem is that cosmetic surgery becomes like a drug, it’s infectious, the more you have, the more you want. If you see your face immediately after your first treatment and love the results you want to recapture that feeling, the problem is that you become too aware of the slightest changes and when the effects of the first treatment begin to wear off, you go back for more and perhaps have a bigger or stronger does this time, then so on and so on until the frequency and strength of treatment is such that you have forgotten what you actually looked like originally or after treatment number one.

The key to success and the way forward is most definitely the NO TRACE FACE

At Karin Herzog we are not saying don’t have procedures at all, if it’s what you want, go for it, but please use it in conjunction with your daily beauty routine and go softly and gently, using the two to enhance each other. The danger is when you use cosmetic procedures in isolation, and solely for your age management, you are apt to do too much and go too far. If your skincare is capable of advanced anti-ageing, you don’t need too much (or any) additional intervention!

To get the true NO TRACE FACE, you need to make sure that you are using the very very best skincare products that work to postpone and slow down ageing!

Products that are proven to work with the skin for maximum benefit to anti-age, brighten, illuminate and rejuvenate, then a little Botox or hyaluronic from time to time is all that is needed and you will look amazing….but importantly, fresh and natural.

That is why so many of today’s most forward thinking and leading cosmetic surgeons recommend Karin Herzog skincare for advanced home care:

By applying Karin Herzog products twice per day to the skin you can be assured that the skin is both energised and detoxed for up to 8 hours after application AND that the delivery of raw essential Oxygen, Water and active Vitamins is transported deep down into the dermis, where the skin can work with that delivery to hyper-cleanse and energise.

Collagen production and the stimulation of elastin fibres are both Oxygen dependant. Apply your twice daily fix of Oxygen and you will give your skin the very best chance of increasing collagen and greatly improving the elasticity and formation of the skin. The water plumps, refreshes and brightens and the vitamins work at the cellular level to increase cell renewal, all of which is obviously super-charged by oxygen.

By the time you are 24 your facial skin has lost a massive 1/3rd of its oxygen pressure and cell renewal and turnover slows down. It continues to decline from there on in. Karin Herzog is clinically proven to correct and address this Oxygen and nutrient deficiency and so is fundamental to achieving the NO TRACE FACE.

Some have asked: “WILL INCREASING MY OXYGEN TENSION IN THE SKIN, INCREASE FREE RADICAL DAMAGE?”

Click here to read a report from Dr Kim Cowen which sets out to explain why actually increasing Oxygen pressure in the skin has many major benefits to the skin and why it is actually proven to have a super antioxidant effect and why Nobel award winning Doctors, like Dr Charles Farr, lead the way in beneficial Oxygen therapy and why Herzog (since that is the product Dr Cowen refers to in the article) is the best solution for all who want to slow down aging and have beautiful and glowing skin.

What is the hydrogen peroxide in Karin Herzog products?

We often get asked if there’s any difference in the oxygen in our products and hydrogen peroxide, so here’s some background info that should clear things up. Some people worry that hydrogen peroxide might not be safe to put on their skin, but if you use Karin Herzog oxygen creams, it’s one of the safest, most natural products to choose.

Our hydrogen peroxide is in low concentrations and the cream is the ONLY product in the world that is patented for the stabilisation of hydrogen peroxide in a cream format. It is also the original of all oxygen therapies in beauty today.

Hydrogen peroxide is H2O2 (2 molecules of pure water + 2 molecules of oxygen) it is therefore the best, most natural and easiest carrier of oxygen. It is however volatile and escapes into the air when it comes into contact with human skin via the catalase enzyme on the skin. Our cream is the only one that traps the oxygen so instead of escaping into the air, the structure of the cream holds it tight, when it converts to gas it then pushes oxygen and pure water down into the skin.

Oxygen is declining with age, modern living and lifestyle and so the fundamental key to beautiful and anti-aged, detoxed clear radiant skin is to 1) Increase the Oxygen content and pressure in the skin, which Herzog does and also 2) increase water and vital vitamin content, again which Herzog does.

No other cream can do this, so no other cream increases oxygen content in the skin. We hold 3 Global patents, and Dr Herzog was awarded an honour for his work in this field from the Nobel Institute. For more about Dr Paul Herzog and his work, read this article.

There’s more information here on why oxygen is vital for healthy skin.

For help choosing the right oxygen cream for your skin, read this article.

 

Karin Herzog supports Breast Cancer awareness month

During October Karin Herzog UK & USA will donate 10% of its turnover to Ladies Fighting Breast Cancer, a Midlands based charity which our MD, Julie Cichocki, works closely with.

100% of money raised by Ladies Fighting Breast Cancer goes directly to fund specialist staff and equipment at the Queen Elizabeth hospital in Birmingham, which serves a 70 Miles radius. As you will appreciate that covers a vast swath across the Midlands, that unfortunately can get missed out by many charity events which can concentrate on London and home counties.

So please, during October stock up on Karin Herzog products so we can give more to this amazing charity.

Julie has been working with Ladies Fighting Breast Cancer for some time, and each year helps organise a charity event, and this year it’s a fashion show where all the models have had, or have, breast cancer. Anyone who has attending one of these events will tell you what a truly humbling experience this can be. If you know anyone who could donate a raffle prize for this event, please get in touch, as Julie is still looking for donations.

If there’s anything you can do to help, whether it’s buying products, donating prizes or spreading awareness, everyone at Karin Herzog and Ladies Fighting Breast Cancer would be very grateful

To learn more about Ladies Fighting Breast Cancer, we’d suggest you watch this video, or take a look at the charity’s official website.

Please stop using acids to treat acne!

Please, for your skins sake, stop using acids to treat acne!

The use of acid based products provides a temporary fix to acne prone skin, but it can end up prolonging the problem and promoting an inbalance in the skin in later life

Oxygen is the most effective  way to treat acne and is what your skin naturally uses to control spots. So doesn’t it make sense to give your skin what it recognises, utilises and needs?

We’ve got an amazing track record at helping people (even celebrities) beat acne. We’ll work with you to make sure you choose the right products for your skin, and make sure you get advice on how to use the products effectively.

We’ve set up a dedicated website for acne sufferers – which explains  how the products work and why they’re so effective.

Oxygen products are also amazing at reducing or preventing scar tissue and pigmentation, so if you’re still trying to repair the damage that acne earlier in life left, we can help.

Here are just a few comments from customers we’ve already helped:

““I have Asian skin and have had acne since I was 14. I am now 28. When I got a really bad spot it always left a scar when it had eventually healed. I cant praise Oxygen Face cream enough. No more spots and now the scaring is going too, with your help.” – Sonita from Wolverhampton

“After having acne for 19 years, the Vita-A-Kombi 2 is the ONLY thing in the world that has cleared it up … Miracle Stuff’.” – Louise from Reading

“I have suffered from acne and extremely sensitive skin for over 20 years. I purchased your ‘Oxygen Face Cream’ about 3 weeks ago and i can honestly say the results have been amazing. For the first time in my adult life, my skin feels comfortable, its soft, and most importantly (to me) it is almost completely clear. I have had two courses of Roaccutane and literally years of antibiotics with little success, yet the results I have seen with this product in such a short space of time have been far better than anything else I have tried. For the first time in years, I am wearing little or no make up and my skin looks fantastic. My confidence has seen a massive improvement too. So thank you, I am a complete convert!” – Dee from East Sussex

For more info on our acne products, click here.

If you need any help of advice please get in touch.

Exfoliation for acne, oily or problematic skin

It’s vital when treating acne and/or problematic, oily  skin that you should also exfoliate regularly – and we mean every single day!

Most skincare ranges suggest only to scrub the skin twice per week. If using our oxygen formulas, we  advise that it is not only OK, but best, to exfoliate each and every day. This is because the action of the oxygen helps to heal, repair and regulate the skin –  so there are no harmful side effects from exfoliating this often.

In our experience many acne sufferers and those with oily skins, really enjoy the feeling of exfoliating daily and this, along with an application of an oxygen cream is like a breath of fresh air to really help the skin feel deeply cleansed and detoxed. This iso achieved without the skin feeling dry or stripped of its essential and natural oils. Daily exfoliation will keeping these oil levels under control, vital for controlling acne.

Karin Herzog Mild Scrub uses ground white marble to gentle polish and refine the skin, it’s gentle, non-drying and won’t scratch delicate skin.

• One of the few totally natural products that provide perfectly spherical particles.
• Contains NO artificial particles, no parabens or preservatives.
• Can be added to the skin with either of the cleansers from our range, to exfoliate whilst cleansing.

For more information, or to order click here

If you’re suffering with acne, or any other skin problem and need help please get in touch!

Acne & Karin Herzog

Acne is an extremely common skin condition, affecting over 80% of us at some p0int in our lives. We know this is no consolation is you’re suffering – but there is hope! Karin Herzog oxygen skincare works in synergy with your body to give amazing results, without the use of drugs, chemicals or other harsh ingredients. But to explain how oxygen works to combat acne, it helps to understand just what acne is and what causes it.

What is acne?
Acne sufferers have a condition that Dermatologists call RETENTION KERATOSIS. This is where the sebaceous glands within the skin are over producing Oil.

It is thought that hormones are generally responsible for some glands producing more oil than others. It is sometimes a reaction to environments and artificial stimulants (such as the over-use of the wrong products) that cause the problem to accelerate.

Dead skin cells are constantly being shed from the epidermis. Sometimes, and especially in an oily skin, these cells are not sloughed away and so can build up, eventually falling back into the openings of the Pores – and as a result the pore becomes blocked.

Fresh air can not get down into the follicle to deliver detoxifying oxygen. The consequence is a plugged pore with a moist warm environment – the perfect breeding ground for bacteria. As the bacteria multiply, it swells the follicle, and inflammation occurs turning into either a whitehead, blackhead or pustule. Doctors describe acne as a disease of the pilosebaceous units (PSUs).

Either way, blackheads and whiteheads are filled with trapped sebum and bacteria. And they can make you really miserable!

What causes acne?
The exact cause of acne is unknown, but doctors believe it results from several related factors:

One important factor is an increase in hormones called androgens (male sex hormones). These increase in both boys and girls during puberty and cause the sebaceous glands to enlarge and make more sebum. Hormonal changes related to pregnancy or starting or stopping birth control pills can also cause acne.

Another factor is heredity or genetics. Researchers believe that the tendency to develop acne can be inherited from parents. For example, studies have shown that many school-age boys with acne have a family history of the disorder.

Certain drugs, including androgens and lithium, are known to cause acne. Greasy cosmetics may alter the cells of the follicles and make them stick together, producing a plug.
Changing hormone levels in adolescent girls and adult women 2 to 7 days before their menstrual period starts.
Oil from skin products (moisturizers or cosmetics) or grease encountered in the work environment (for example, a kitchen with fry vats) Pressure from sports helmets or equipment, backpacks, tight collars, or tight sports uniforms.

Environmental irritants such as pollution and high humidity. Squeezing or picking at blemishes without a sterile environment and hard scrubbing of the skin can all contribute to the worsening of acne.

Some of the myths about what causes acne

Chocolate and greasy foods are often blamed, but there is little evidence that foods have much effect on the development and course of acne in most people. Another common myth is that dirty skin causes acne; Blackheads and other acne lesions are not caused by dirt.

Stress does not cause acne, but research suggests that for people who have acne, stress can make it worse. This is because stress reduces the oxygen pressure within the skin.

The lower the oxygen pressure, the higher the bacteria within the tissues and the more bacteria can spread and multiply.
Factors that can reduce our oxygen pressure

* Age
* Smoking
* Pollution
* Medication
* Stress
* Alcohol
* Sun exposure
* Air conditioning & Central Heating

From this list we can see why some people older than 30 are still suffering from problematic skin.

Many people in today’s modern society live life at a fast pace. Stress is on the increase, Pollution is rising which depletes the amount of natural Oxygen in the air. Most work environments are air conditioned or centrally heated, and many people are taking medications. Some are even subjected to more or all of the factors listed above. Consequently mature Acne is on the increase.

How to treat acne

The goals of treatment are to heal existing lesions, stop new lesions from forming, prevent scarring, and minimize the psychological stress and embarrassment caused by this condition. The key to treating acne effectively is to raise the Oxygen pressure within the skin.

Dr Paul Herzog, who developed the formula for the Karin Herzog skin care line, was the first, and remains the only Doctor, to have successfully stabilised Oxygen In a cream format. When applied to the skin this formula raises Oxygen levels sufficiently to allow the skin to safely and effectively detox. Using NO preservatives this cream is reliable gentle and kind and so suitable to all skin types and works by delivering back to he skin what age and modern living strip from it on a daily basis.

During his research Dr Herzog was able to demonstrate that it is almost impossible for a well oxygenated tissue to become infected, since Oxygen destroys bacteria. In this way we know that every application of any of the Oxygen formulas within the Karin Herzog range will help destroy unwanted bacteria before it has a chance to multiply.

With every application the oxygen levels can be raised for up to 8 hours allowing for a deep cleanse of the tissues. After 8 hours this Oxygen has been used by the skin and so it is vitally important that anyone with a history of breakouts apply the cream to clean skin TWICE EVERY DAY!

Watch this space for more information on how Karin Herzog tackles acne, or see our dedicated acne website.

We’ve also put together a video to show you how best to use our products on your acne, including (because we know you will pick & squeeze) a guide to self extraction.

If you need help choosing the right Karin Herzog products for you, fill in our skin questionnaire, and we’ll get back to you with in-depth, personalised skincare advice.

Get your bust in shape for Autumn fashion!

This year’s autumn and winter fashion is vintage inspired; think post war swirling skirts with yards of fabric, cinched in tight with figure hugging tops. Not only gorgeous but perfect for showing off womanly curves, but even the most fabulous boobs need a little help staying firm and sexy!

Karin Herzog’s Silhouette strengthens the sinews, fibres and connective tissues that support and hold the breasts. Regular use of Silhouette will help keep them pert and youthful, and prevent sagging. Also elastin fibres within the skin are strengthened to improve elasticity in the skin in this region to prevent and heal stretch marks.

As a double benefit, Silhouette is also a brilliant, safe and natural deodorant that helps to really look after the delicate bust area and helps to detox the region.

All Karin Herzog products are safe during pregnancy and breastfeeding.

Treatment focus: Peel & Plump

Another in our series of blog posts focusing on our professional treatments, to help you choose the right treatment for you, and to ensure you know what results to expect.

Peel & Plump: A fabulous 30 minute facial with staggering results.

Using a safe and gentle glycolic acid, rose essential oil and Karin Herzog’s patented and proven oxygen therapy.

Peel & Plump is an amazing treatment that revives tired looking skin, helps soften fine lines, hydrates and plumps.

Skin is lifted and toned, elasticity is improved and the complexion looks brighter. The treatment stimulates cell renewal whilst simultaneously decongesting.

Essential for dry, mature skin, pigmentation problems, acne scaring or general lack-lustre skin.

Brilliant as an advanced beauty aid before a special occasion!

For more on the Pore Draw facial click here

For more on the Smoothie facial click here

For more on the Bodicial number 1 click here

If you need help choosing the best Karin Herzog treatment for you, or if you are trying to find a Karin Herzog salon near you, please get in touch.

Treatment focus: Bodicial number 1

Karin Herzog professional treatments have a reputation for achieving incredible results. This is one in a series of blog posts aimed at helping you find out which treatment would work best for you, and what results you can expect.

Bodicial Number 1: For acne, problematic & congested skin

True to our ethos of treating the face through the body, the Bodicial first treats, clears and stimulates the body’s natural lymphatic system.

This treatment incorporates a full body manual lymphatic drainage massage to help the body to naturally detoxify itself, which helps clear the bacteria from the face,  followed by our clinically proven oxygen therapy.

The fusion of the lymphatic massage and our world leading Pore Draw extraction facial, enables us to treat long-term problematic skin conditions and achieve unprecedented results. Breakouts are controlled and the skin begins a program of detoxification.

A series of treatments has the best effect, as results are cumulative: Clearing lymph of bacteria and skin of breakouts more and more with every visit on the path to clear and transformed skin.

For more on the Pore Draw facial click here

For more on the Smoothie facial click here

If you’d like to book a Pore Draw, or any of our other treatments, contact us for information on your local Karin Herzog salon.

Treatment focus: the Pore Draw

Want to know which Karin Herzog professional treatment is best suited to your skin and what results you can expect? Here’s the second in our series of posts on facial treatments:

The Pore Draw: manual extraction facial
For anyone suffering from spots (whether it’s just a few, or acne) the Pore Draw is the most effective and hygienic manual extraction facial. In laymans terms, this means the skin and spots are squeezed for you, in a hygenic and controlled manner.

Oxygen sterilises the therapist’s hands as well as the client’s skin. Blackheads, white heads and even Mila (those annoying tiny hard white lumps many people get around the eyes) can be extracted leaving the skin brighter, clearer fresher and visibly improved.

The Pore Draw is suitable for all types of skin,  even young and sensitive skin and really does provide a deep cleanse. Leaving the skin ultra clean, glowing and fresh.

Especially suitable for people with an urban lifestyle, to get the skin truly, deep down clean.

For clients with severe cases of acne, a series of treatments may be recommened, your therapist will recommend how many and advice you on at home skincare.

If you’d like to book a Pore Draw, or any of our other treatments, contact us for information on your local Karin Herzog salon.

Don’t just want to take our word for it? India Knight described the Pore Draw as ‘the best facial in the world’ in the Sunday Times and Blogger Dolly Mix Fits recently reviewed the Pore Draw and called it ‘the best facial I’ve ever had’, read more here.

For information on The Smoothie, click here.