Island of the Moon Nectar - Collagen Producing Youth Serum

This exquisite serum is an exotic youth restoring treasure. It is named after the Comoro Islands (Island of the Moon) in the Madagascar region because many of its powerful ingredients come from that part of the world. It is designed to pamper the skin with the most potent natural age-defying ingredients available for supple, youthful skin, including Bakuchiol, Botanical Hyaluronic Acid, Peptides, 24 karat gold, Alpha Lipoic Acid, Gotu Kola, Collagen producing Lupine Seed, Jackfruit, Hibiscus, and Lotus. Its scent is intoxicating island bliss, with the precious and rare White Ginger Lily, as well as Jasmine, Sandalwood, Vanilla, Copal, and Frankincense.

Results

• Stimulate the synthesis of a high-quality collagen to increase elasticity and firmness in the skin

• Reduce wrinkles and fine lines

• Repair damaged tissue

• Reduce scar tissue

• Reduce inflammation

• Increase antioxidants to help prevent cell degeneration

• Increase tensile strength of the skin

• Maintain and create an even complexion

• Prevent UV induced damage

About the Ingredients

Bakuchiol is an extract from the leaves and seeds of the babchi plant. Babchi, or Psoralea corylifolia, is a plant that’s used in Ayurvedic and Chinese medicine for centuries. It is a newer discovery as a skin care ingredient, known as a the “natural Retinol alternative.” Bakuchiol has powerful antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and antimicrobial properties, which promote skin health, healing, and reduce the affects of aging. Bakuchiol has the same gene expression as retinol. They both help to produce collagen and elastin, reducing wrinkles and firming skin. Like retinol, Bakuchiol can also improve melasma, hyperpigmentation, and acne. The great beauty of Bakuchiol is that it is a natural herbal extract and that is has no adverse effects. Retinol can cause redness, dryness, irritation, peeling, and sun sensitivity. While, Bakuchiol causes none of these side effects. Finally, a natural safe retinol alternative, with all the benefits and none of the unwanted effects.

Hexapeptide-1 is a natural skincare peptide. Hexapeptides are six amino acid sequence peptides that increase collagen synthesis. Peptide technology penetrates the skin and binds to cell surface receptors to stimulate cell activity.are beneficial for a variety of anti-aging benefits, including increasing skin tone, elasticity, and hydration. Hexapeptide-1 also improves overall cellular efficiency by increasing the cell’s ATP levels.

Collagen producing Lupine Seed Extract is an anti-aging and firming ingredient that stimulates the synthesis of a high-quality collagen to increase elasticity and firmness in the skin. It is made from lupeol, which is extracted from the coatings of sweet white lupin seeds, sourced from lupine plants cultivated using sustainable agricultural practices in France.

 In clinical studies, it was found that after 42 days, skin firmness was improved by 92%.

24 Karat Gold is an antioxidant and anti-inflammatory that creates radiant skin. It can calm acne inflammation and reduce skin redness. Gold also diminishes collagen depletion, and increases skin’s elasticity and firmness. It also improves blood circulation and creates even skin tone. Gold naturally rejuvenates skin and reduce wrinkles. Of course, the shine of gold will create an incredible luster to your skin.

Gotu Kola or Centella Asiatica is known as Brahmi in Ayurveda, meaning "Greatest of the Great". This "herb of enlightenment" is considered to be the most powerful of the rejuvenating herbs in Ayurvedic medicine. Clinical studies indicate collagen stimulating, wound and scar healing properties, as well as anti-inflammatory and antioxidants actions. It also increases the strength of the skin, repairs damaged tissue, and increases skin firmness.

Jackfruit is also an Ayurvedic remedy in many tropical cultures. It is the largest tree-grown fruit. Jackfruit is an excellent source of Vitamin A and Vitamin C, which help create healthy, smooth skin and reduce aging. Jackfruit also contains lignans, isoflavones, and saponins, which serve to prevent cell degeneration and prevent UV damage.

Lotus Flower contains vitamin C, potassium, fatty acids, flavonoids and proteins, all which help to strengthen the skin’s connective tissue. The proteins found in Lotus Extract help to increase elasticity and keep the skin looking plump and smooth. Lotus Flower also has anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties, which aid in reducing redness, hyperpigmentation, and signs of aging.

Hibiscus has been shown to improve the elasticity of the skin and increase skin circulation. Hibiscus contains high levels of Vitamin C and flavonoids, as well as, anti-bacterial properties. It also helps to promote the regeneration and maintenance of tissues.

Botanical Hyaluronic Acid (Cassia Angustifolia Extract) is a natural extract from the seeds of the Indian Senna Plant. Hyaluronic Acid is naturally produced by the body and is found in skin. It binds collagen and elastin, helps with tissue repair, and retains moisture and plumpness. As we age, Hyaluronic Acid diminishes from our bodies. The Senna Extract, Cassia Angustifolia, is rich in polysaccharides and galactomannans, which mimic the Hyaluronic Acid in the body is thus a wonderful natural skin treatment for supple, smooth, hydrated skin and lips. In fact, studies show that it is superior to synthetic and other forms of Hyaluronic Acid in its ability to deeply penetrate the skin with high concentrations of healing, moisturizing, and plumping plant molecules. Botanical Hyaluronic Acid is a sugar molecule that has the amazing ability to attract and hold more than 1,000 times its own weight in moisture, The compounds in the Indian Senna Seed, therefore, effectively repair dehydrated skin, plump skin, reduce lines, and have anti-inflammatory healing properties.

Alpha Lipoic Acid, also known as the universal antioxidant, is compelling to the skin in its quest for radiance. It brings benefit to both the inside and the outside of the skin's cells through its capacity to penetrate the skin's surface and cell membranes. It is thus able to provide energy to the cells through its increase in cellular metabolism. It has the remarkable ability to reduces cellular inflammation, regenerate and activate vitamins C and E present in the tissues, and deeply protects the skin. It also stimulates AP-1 (an activator protein that regulates gene expression), which helps rebuild collagen.

Frankincense is one of the most powerful plant healers. For skin, it regenerates cells, reduces wrinkles, tones and tightens and can help reduce sun spots. It’s anti-inflammatory, antimicrobial, and astringent properties also help with a wide variety of skin conditions. It also helps to promote skin healing from wounds or any skin reactions, and the healing of scars and stretch marks. Frankincense is best known for reducing inflammation and pain. It is antiseptic and has antimicrobial properties. it helps to improve digestion by stimulating peristaltic motion and increasing gastric juices. Frankincense can ease respiratory infections, congestion, and even boost immunity. Frankincense can also improve any symptoms associated with menstruation,PMS, or early menopause. Frankincense is an ancient tree resin. Over 1,500 years before the Magi brought frankincense and myrrh to Bethlehem, the ancient Egyptians used Frankincense in their materia medica in over 2,000 prescriptions. One of the oldest known reference to frankincense dates to 1500 BC an Egyptian medical papyrus, which prescribed the use of frankincense for respiratory infections and asthmatic attacks. Frankincense is mentioned numerous times in the old and new testaments. An Islamic philosopher Ibn Sina from the 10th century recommended it for ulcers, fevers, and tumors.

Organic Aloe Vera is known as “the silent healer” and considered a sacred plant in many cultures. It contains a staggering 18 out of 20 amino acids, which are directly linked to the repair of damaged tissue and cell regeneration. The presence of B-complex vitamins and folic acid contribute to aloe's tremendous abilities in new cell synthesis, along with an impressive mineral content (including significant quantities of calcium, zinc, selenium and magnesium). Ample amounts of antioxidants, including vitamins A, C, and E, fight oxidative stress and free radicals and bring powerful anti-aging qualities. Skin is gifted the ability to retain firmness and hydration. A special compound known as allantoin is present in aloe, and is a highly effective skin softener, skin protectant, and skin healer.

The Elaa ritual

For best results, use Golden Sunrise Cleansing Cream and Moonlight Mist prior to applying. Apply a generous amount of serum to clean, damp skin. Massage palms together and immediately press evenly over face and neck with flat palms, while skin is still damp with toner. Island of the Moon is a serum with an aloe and hyaluronic acid base. All serums are meant as a nutritive base to be used with or finished off with a moisturizer. Mix with or finish off with a moisturizer. Use 1 or 2 times daily.

Elaa Living Organic Skin Care products are lovingly hand-crafted in micro batches using only fresh, 100% pure, natural ingredients. Please store your products in a cool area. Due to the fresh, natural ingredients, we recommend that you use your products upon receipt for greatest freshness and efficacy. Please use a clean utensil to remove the product for use. Avoiding using your fingers will keep bacteria out of the product.

Given the natural ingredients and hand-made formulas, please keep in mind that color and texture can vary from batch to batch. 

Ingredients

*Aloe Barbadensis (Aloe Vera) Leaf Juice, Cassia Angustifolia (Botanical Hyaluronic Acid) Extract, Psoralea Corylifolia (Bakuchiol) Extract, *Centella Asiatica (Gotu Kola) Extract, Lupinus Albus (White Lupin Seed) Extract, Artocarpus Heterophyllus (Jackfruit) Extract, Hibiscus Rosa Sinensis Linn (Hibiscus) Extract, Nelumbo Nucifera (Lotus) Extract, Hexapeptide-1, Lactobacillus Ferment (Radish Root), Alpha Lipoic Acid, Ascorbic Acid (Vitamin C), Xanthan Gum, Vanilla Planifolia (Vanilla) Oil, **Copaifera Langsdorffii (Copaiba Balsam) Oil, **Boswellia Carteri (Frankincense) CO2, Hedychium Coronarium (White Ginger Lily) Absolute, **Santalum Album (Sandalwood) Oil, *Jasminum Sambac (Jasmine) Oil, 24 Karat Gold.

*Certified Organic

**Wild Harvested

Testimonials

I was using the Island of the Moon Nectar to help my hormone irritated and broken out skin. It's amazing! I didn't think of it as a treatment for reactive, acne-prone skin until now - I was using it as an anti-aging serum, but now I know it does both! Woot! :-D - Sabrina (Brie) Zimmerman - thebrunetteecodiva.com

I love Island of the Moon! - Diane S.