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Why banishing preservatives from your skincare routine could have a long-lasting impact
People are making conscious decisions to reduce the amount of preservatives they encounter in daily life, from the food they eat to the skincare products they use.
FANCL believes that healthy skin not only comes from within; it also comes from the quality skincare you use. Their zero-preservative approach to skincare proves just this. FANCL are on a mission to prove that preservative-free skincare is both long-lasting and effective. Its skincare range provides all the benefits of a beauty regimen without the harmful effects of the chemicals that can be found in many skincare products.
When applied to skin on a regular basis, preservatives can enter your bloodstream and cause a range of harmful effects, from damaging skin cells to increasing sensitivity and causing pigmentation. When preservatives are absorbed into the skin for an extended period of time, they can also cause lasting effects on your skin’s DNA, increasing the number of dead cells.
Prolonged use of preservatives on the skin may slow down skin cells’ regenerative capabilities, contributing to tired-looking skin and visible signs of ageing. A build-up of preservatives on the skin barrier can reduce its natural defences, as well as lessen the skin’s collagen stores and elasticity. Preservatives may also stimulate the production of melanin—a known cause of dark spots on the skin.
