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Growth factors FAQs
Growth factors are naturally occurring proteins produced by skin cells. They regulate cellular processes, including production and healing. In skincare, growth factors trigger the production of new cells where needed, and repair and regenerate damaged cells.
As a skincare ingredient, they are taken from human stem cells or bioengineered in a laboratory. When applied topically, growth factors can help boost collagen production, improving skin elasticity. They can also promote cell turnover, reducing the appearance of fine lines and enhancing overall skin texture. Additionally, they can strengthen your skin's natural barrier, providing a protective element against environmental stressors.
As an ingredient, growth factors offer benefits for your skin. Here's why you should consider adding them to your current routine:
• Anti-aging: Growth factors promote a youthful complexion by stimulating the production of collagen + elastin. These two proteins are essential for maintaining skin firmness and elasticity and reducing the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles.
• Improved skin texture + tone: Regular use can lead to smoother, brighter, more even-toned skin by promoting the turnover of damaged cells and supporting the formation of healthy new ones.
• Accelerated healing: Growth factors aid in the skin's natural repair processes, making them beneficial for individuals with scars or those recovering from certain dermatological procedures.
• Strengthens the skin barrier: Your skin's natural barrier can be protected and strengthened when growth factors are introduced to your regimen. This makes your skin more resistant to environmental stressors like pollution, UV rays, and harsh weather.
Since they’re naturally found in the body, growth factors in products are generally well tolerated by different skin types. However, some skin types may benefit more than others.
As they boost collagen + elastin production, adding firmness to your skin, growth factors are particularly suited to those seeking to reduce the visible signs of aging. Additionally, their gentle nature supports cell turnover and healing, making them suitable for sensitive skin without causing irritation. They also help with scars in blemish-prone skin, enhancing the complexion.
It's easy to update your skincare regimen with the addition of growth factors. This is because they work well with other active ingredients, slotting seamlessly into your routine. Here's how you can use them:
• Select the right products: Growth factors tend to feature in serums for the face and eyes. You can use more than one product containing growth factors at once but allow them to absorb before applying the next skincare product.
• Use AM + PM: Use 2 times a day right after cleansing and before any other steps in your regimen.
• Layer carefully: If you're layering growth factors along with actives like retinoids, apply the growth factors product to damp skin. Then apply retinoids as part of your PM routine.
Growth factors and retinol both offer anti-aging benefits but function differently. Retinol accelerates cell turnover, but can sometimes cause dryness and redness, especially in sensitive skin. Growth factors, on the other hand, promote natural cell regeneration and collagen production with a lower risk of irritation.
Depending on your skin concerns and tolerance, growth factors can serve as a gentler alternative to retinol. Alternatively, you may want to use both ingredients in your skincare routine – always remember to apply sunscreen during the day after using retinoids at night.
Growth factors can be used as a preventative measure in your 20s and 30s. They're a beneficial addition for those in this age range because they aren't as strong as retinol. However, they're most beneficial when introduced in your 40s, as this is when collagen loss becomes more noticeable, and skin loses its firmness.
While growth factors are versatile, try to avoid combining them with highly potent exfoliants or aggressive treatments, as this may lead to irritation. Some acids can cause growth factors to break down, so don't use them alongside vitamin C.
Always consult with a dermatologist to tailor a regimen that suits your specific skin needs.
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Browse our selection of growth factors skincare products, including clinically shown ZO® Growth Factor technology, for a healthy complexion and improved skin texture. If you need advice on any of our products or answers to your regimen questions, get in touch with our specialist team of ZO® Skincare Specialists today.
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