Arm Your Skin Against Winter Woes

Phytobidermie targets signs of winter-worn skin according to Traditional Chinese Medicine Principles.

’Tis the season for hot cups of cocoa, roaring fireplaces and frosty windows … ’tis also the season for red cheeks, dry and dehydrated skin, and those annoying little flakes on the tip of your nose.

Unfortunately, despite popular belief, slathering on heavy, oily moisturizers every morning and night is rarely the solution for winter-challenged skin. Why? According to centuries-old principles of Traditional Chinese Medicine, each season creates its own energy, influencing all forms of life, both on the inside and on the outside. Signs of ‘winterized’ skin are actually indicators that not only your skin, but your entire body is feeling the effect of the winter energy. The Chinese Winter season lasts from November 8th to January 16th, and is a time when Yin energy peaks and Yang energy is at its lowest, which relates to the season’s shorter days and colder climate. The Chinese also aligned the winter energy to the Water Element.

PHYTOBIODERMIE, a complete program of Swiss-formulated skincare products founded on traditional Chinese medicine and the Five Elements Theory, has created a line for each season. The WATER ELEMENT line offers a holistic approach to weathering winter skin woes.

By using penetrating, pure and natural essential oils with other natural ingredients, Water Element products work on the energetic “root” cause of winter skin problems.

Phytobiodermie Water Element products help to energetically address specific Water skin conditions most often incurred during the winter:

• dehydration, leading to loss of skin elasticity and tone
• fine age lines and wrinkles
• mature skin types
• puffiness and/or dark circles under the eyes
• overall dryness

Water Element products can also be used at any other time, by anyone with the Water-related skin conditions listed above.

The Phytobiodermie Water Element skincare line, to be used after cleansing, includes:

Water Toner – a mild, non-alcoholic skin tonic that helps re-mineralize and tone skin, resulting in increased elasticity. Primary ingredients: algae, lemon, juniper, peppermint, rosemary, sage and thyme. Use after cleansing.

Water (Violet) Phyt’Ether – energetic blend of colored essential oils in a grapeseed oil base. This concentrated elixir can be applied directly to skin as an intensive treatment or under the Black Clay Mask. Primary ingredients: eucalyptus, juniper and horsetail essential oils.

Black Clay Mask – a powerful blend of essential oils and nourishing, natural clay from marine sediments. This rich and smooth mixture, formulated for the face, works to hydrate and tone dry, dehydrated, skin with a burst of energetic moisture.

Ceresal Buckwheat (Day Cream) – a protective, nutrient-rich moisturizer for daytime wear. This non-greasy formula helps shield the skin from climactic aggressions, such as cold and wind. Primary ingredients: avocado oil, gingko extract, buckwheat, wheat protein.

Water Element Night Element Cream – a repairing night cream that works in synergy with the Water Day Cream. A rich, hydrating and toning emulsion, it is also effective against the formation of fine lines. Primary ingredients: avocado oil, gingko extract, buckwheat extract, vitamin E and copper.

Oligo 5 – restores mineral content to the skin, which thereby increases hydration, oxygenation and skin metabolism, and promotes a healthy looking appearance. This mineralizing lotion should be applied daily to the face and neck areas after cleansing and toning, before the application of treatment cream. Primary ingredients: algae, manganese, cobalt, copper, zinc and magnesium

Body Firming Gel – A moisturizing energetic treatment gel based on the Chinese Five Element theory. It is especially beneficial for toning tissue, especially around the breast area. Primary ingredients: peppermint, juniperberry, rosemary, sage, thyme, lemon, rose hips and sweet orange.

Water Bath Oil – A hydrating and firming blend of essential oils to be used as often as needed. Ideal for use during a slimming program or professional treatment.

About Phytobiodermie

The Phytobiodermie Method evolved in the sixties as the energetic principles of Acupuncture and Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) were widely embraced in Europe. Focusing on the energetic value of natural ingredients, particularly pure essential oils mixed with algae, clay and other minerals, Phytobiodermie pioneered an effective and holistic approach to skin care. Phytobiodermie also includes energetic drainage in its treatment protocols, supported by light therapy to enhance energetic balance.

Phytobiodermie products are made in Switzerland, and are animal product-and-cruelty-free. Phytobiodermie is available in more than 20 countries around the world.