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We hear a lot about stem cells being used in research for medical treatments to repair diseased or injured tissue. But what exactly are plant stem cells and what are their benefits in skincare products? What is a stem cell? So, first for the science. A simple Google search will generate the following: /ˈstem ˌsel/ noun BIOLOGY an undifferentiated cell of a multicellular organism which is capable of giving rise to indefinitely more cells of the same type, and from which certain other kinds of cell arise by differentiation. In more simple terms these are alike cells that have not yet...

My husband Anders and I created Scändic Beauty with the mission to bring truly exceptional, performance-based Swedish skincare to the US. Our approach to realize our vision has been driven by our core values: a focus on healthy skin, protecting our planet and giving back to our community. Clean Skincare Products without Harmful Ingredients Born and raised in Sweden, Anders grew up surrounded by the abundance of nature—including many resilient and robust botanicals unique to the extreme Scandinavian climate. His high esteem for Swedish quality paired with his culturally characteristic drive for minimalistic efficiency gave him the idea to start...

You’ve likely heard of Scandinavian Design, or Scandinavian Blonde, but how familiar are you with Scandinavian Beauty? Touted as the next big thing in beauty, S-Beauty is here to stay. How can we be so sure? Because minimalist effectiveness is ingrained in our culture. Scandinavians are practical people, too much is excessive. Our products are stripped from marketing fads and buzzword ingredients—simplicity-inclined, function-focused. We carefully and consciously select each natural ingredient, so they can reach their maximum potency and not be overpowered by synthetics—for us, less is always more. Keep your skincare routine simple, but effective, with these five Scandinavian...

Our skin is mostly comprised of collagen—a protein that gives it strength, smoothness and elasticity. But, as we age, our skin produces less collagen and becomes thinner and dehydrated, causing it to sag and form wrinkles. Other factors, such as UV damage, pollution and stress can further speed up the aging process. Introducing peptides into your natural skincare routine can dramatically help to slow down the process and can even reverse the signs of aging. What are Peptides? Peptides are short-chain amino acids, which are the building blocks of the large collagen helix structure. In other words, peptides are fragments...