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The top, visible component is the epidermis which is


about the thickness of one sheet of paper. The epidermis acts as a protective shield for the body keeping environmental toxins and microbes out while holding moisture in.


How Your Skin Renews Itself


Your skin renews itself completely in about 28 days and begins in the bottom layer of the Epidermis as seen in the picture above. The renewal process works its way through until it fi nally reaches the top layer of the Epidermis. The top most layer of the Epidermis (your visible skin) is comprised of dead cells which are gradually replaced with newer cells from below. These newer skin cells (bricks) are held together with fatty acid lipids (mortar). This brick and mortar structure forms a waterproof barrier to hold moisture in and keep invading microorganisms, chemical irritants, and allergens out.


If the integrity of this moisture barrier is compromised,


the brick and mortar will start to fall apart so to speak, causing many skin care concerns and of course, aging wrinkled skin. Additionally, as we age, the hypodermis begins to break down as well, contributing to the thinning or aging of your skin.


Studies have shown that Emu Oil applied twice a day for a 14-day period can plump skin up to 30%, with an overall group average of 14%.


Emu Oil is a Critical Factor in Rejuvenation Let’s look at the functions and benefi ts of Emu Oil and


you'll understand why it is an all-natural, powerful anti-aging oil for sensitive skin and how it works to help with dermal loss, and relieve skin conditions like acne, rosacea, eczema and more. Emu Oil soaks into your skin and travels deep because it’s so chemically similar to the lipids (mortar) in your skin.


Emu Oil does more than just super-hydrate your skin;


it’s packed full of nutrients and is able to deliver them deep where they’re needed. It contains collagen, elastin, anti-oxi- dants, vitamins, minerals, enzymes and more to help stimu- late the collagen fi ber network to regain tone, fi rmness and elasticity. Studies have shown that Emu Oil applied twice a day for a 14-day period can plump skin up to 30%, with an overall group average of 14%.


This is extremely helpful for older people with thinning skin that bruises and tears easily as it will help rejuvenate the skin. These nutrients also help young skin stay young for a very long time.


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