- Pros:
- Gentle, neck firming cream that targets sagging skin in the chin and neck area
- Skin soothing and firming properties
- Natural oils and root extracts help improve the appearance of wrinkles
- Enhance skin tone and elasticity
- Non-irritating
- Paraben-free, cruelty-free
Ingredients Concern: Polysorbate 60; Phenoxyethanol; Retinyl Acetate (Vitamin A); PEG 100 Stearate; Cyclopentasiloxane; Dimethicone; Methylisothiazolinone
Cons: May not provide the same experience for all users, Contains a number of ingredients with high EWG scores
Wayne Beckley, lovingly known as Mr Merlot created a unique natural grape seed-based Merlot Skin Care line. He got the idea when he watched 60 minutes which featured the benefits of red wine for the French in warding off heart disease. He then chronicled over 70 research studies on wine and found that the true power is in the grape seeds. The studies he researched showed that grape seed antioxidants are 50 times more powerful than Vitamin E and almost 25 times more powerful than Vitamin C. In 2011, Global Cosmetics International named Merlot Skin Care a ∫Breakout Brand. The company is based in Texas and formulates without parabens and does not test on animals.
Shea butter is an abundant source of triterpene oil that is commonly found in skin care products [1].
Furthermore, ginseng and vitamin A help improve firmness and skin tone, thereby targeting the signs of premature aging [2, 3].
Jojoba oil helps promote vibrant, moist-looking skin [4], while tocopheryl Acetate (Vitamin E) has powerful antioxidant properties that help promote skin health [5].
Anti-aging [2, 3]; Skin firming [1, 2]; Improve skin health [1-5]
Shea butter has anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties that help soothe and protect skin cells [1]. Ginseng supports improved tone and elasticity in the skin by promoting the production of collagen [2]. Retinyl Acetate (Vitamin A) also acts directly upon collagen metabolism by stimulating the production of collagen and elastin fibers [3]. Both ginseng and retinyl acetate help reduce the signs of premature aging which include the appearance of wrinkles [2, 3].
Jojoba oil has rich moisturizing properties that help lock in moisture within the skin [4].
Tocopheryl Acetate (Vitamin E) has anti-inflammatory, skin-smoothing, and photo-protecting properties, it helps the outer layer of the kin maintain its moisture, and it accelerates wound healing on the skin [5].
Key Ingredients: Shea butter; Ginseng; Retinyl Acetate (Vitamin A); Jojoba
Grape seed extract; Tocopheryl Acetate (Vitamin E)
All Ingredients: Water, Glycerin, Cetyl Alcohol, Myristyl Alcohol, Myristate, Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea Butter), Cyclohexasiloxane, Dimethicone, Glyceryl Stearate, PEG 100 Stearate, Cyclopentasiloxane, Simmondsia Chinensis (Jojoba) Seed Oil, Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil, Vitis Vinifera Seed Extract (Grape), Panthenol, Tocopheryl Acetate (Vitamin E), Acanthopanax Senticosus Root Extract, Lanolin, Retinyl Acetate (Vitamin A), Hydrolyzed Elastin, Hydrolyzed Soy Protein, Cetearyl Alcohol, Polysorbate 60, Phenoxyethanol, Grape Seed mask, Ubiquinone (CoQ10), Methylisothiazolinone
For best results apply in the morning and evening to news and chin areas.
These statements have not been evaluated by the FDA. These products are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease.
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3. Michaëlsson G, Juhlin L, Vahlquist A. Effects of oral zinc and vitamin A in acne. Arch Dermatol. 1977;113(1):31-6.
4. Sandha GK, Swami VK. Jojoba oil as an organic, shelf stable standard oil-phase base for cosmetic industry.2009;2(2):300-306.
5. Murray JC, Burch JA, et al. A topical antioxidant solution containing vitamins C and E stabilized by ferulic acid provides protection for human skin against damage caused by ultraviolet irradiation. Int J Cosmet Sci. 2004;26(5):231-8. J Am Acad Dermatol. 2008;59(3):418-25.
