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Shinto Clinical’s Signature OMEGAPEARL-18® Complex is a composition of powerful ingredients including Pearl Powder, Wakame Kelp, Beta-Glucan Mushroom and
Omega 3, 6 & 9 that target chronic skin inflammation – a major cause of premature aging.
Inflammation has been shown to increase the number of free radicals in the skin, break down collagen and elastin, and increase oil production. Shinto Clinical’s OMEGAPEARL-18® is designed to combat these symptoms of inflammation through a multifaceted approach.

OMEGAPEARL-18® Complex contains:

PEARL POWDER
Pearl powder is a finely milled powder made from freshwater pearls, and it contains a variety of amino acids and several minerals. Pearl Powder has long been the most important ingredient in the expensive skin care products for ancient Chinese royal families to keep their skin ageless. In traditional Chinese medicine, Pearl Powder serves as an anti-inflammatory and detoxifying agent. It inhibits local inflammation and accelerates wound healing; it also contains cooling and antimicrobial properties, which will antagonize the inflammatory heat and redness. Pearl Powder improves the skin nutrition and metabolism to promote the proliferation of healthy new cells, also can prevent the normal cells from being damaged by free radicals.

WAKAME KELP
Wakame Kelp is known to be nutritious, and often used as a component of many health food recipes. The main benefit stems from a compound called hyaluronic acid.
Scientists have discovered the reason for the decreased levels of hyaluronic acid in our skin as we age is due to increased activity of a family of enzymes called hyaluronidaise which is responsible for breaking down hyaluronic acid. When we are young, the body tends to produce more to maintain an even balance. Extracts from Wakame Kelp have been shown to inhibit the activity of hyaluronidaise by at least 52% after 5 days of use. That means the skin’s hyaluronic acid levels will rise by about the same percentage. The result is a more youthful look due to the improved firmness and smoothness. The extract helps to maintain the skin’s moisture by providing essential minerals like potassium, calcium & sodium.

BETA-GLUCAN MUSHROOM
Beta-Glucan helps protect aging skin from immune dysfunction, and aids in overall dermatological health and wound healing. Several studies have shown that the use of a Beta-Glucan can help hydrate the skin, improve firmness, skin color, and elasticity; while also helping to diminish lines and wrinkles.

OMEGA 3, 6 & 9
Omega 3, 6 & 9 are essential fatty acids. For skin care you need a balance of Omega 3, 6 & 9. Omega 3-6-9 helps in improving the condition of poor and dry skin by making skin more dewy & radiant. It is useful in treating various skin problems such as eczema, psoriasis, itching, redness of skin, skin lesions, and rashes.
Omega-3 plays a significant role in reducing inflammation in our bodies, and this is also extremely beneficial to the skin. There is a range of conditions that can benefit from fish oil supplementation. Studies have shown a decrease in wrinkles after some months of Omega 3 fish oil supplementation, and an improvement in skin firmness.
Omega-6 Scientific research has shown that dry skin such as scaling or cracking can be reversed by skin care products containing Omega 6 fatty acids.
Omega-9 helps boost antioxidants and promotes healthy skin and nails.
 

Cucumber has long been a natural remedy for signs of skin aging and distress. Its Caffeic and ascorbic acids prevent retention of water. Because cucumbers contain the same pH level as human skin, its silica rich composition can optimize skin’s healthy glow and rejuvenation.

Studies have indicated that tea leaves may counter the hyperactivity of enzymes that affect the degradation of skin and its collagen and elastic tissue due to free radicals.

Rich in Vitamin E and other fatty acids, SILKTEK harnesses Argan oil and its anti-aging properties to diminish the signs of aging on skin.

Pomegranate can promote the the youthfulness and elasticity of skin by prolonging the positive effects of fibrolasts – cells that manufacture collagen and elastin in our bodies.