Magnesium and Telomers: Transdermal Magnesium the new "anti-aging" skincare ingredient that actually works.

While "anti-aging" is a term that is no longer welcome in the beauty industry, as we have very democratically transitioned to a softer term like "premature aging prevention" or even more brave "aging well", the underlying sentiment firmly remains; we are in fact anti "aging". Yes, we have evolved as humanity to the point of wanting to reap the benefits of older age, such as wisdom and experience, we still very much do not want to experience seeing ourselves visually aged. Thus, the quest for youthful skin remains, however our approach of getting there is changing in it's core.

Trend for Holistic Approach to Skincare

Superficial, skin surface treatments and products are out, and the growing trend of looking within and exploring the role of essential nutrients in keeping our skin youthful-looking is very much IN! One such nutrient that has been gaining attention like forest fire in recent years is magnesium. More specifically, magnesium's potential effect on telomeres, the protective caps on our chromosomes and how it relates to keeping skin young. With the rise of another holistic topic of skin's micro-biome health, we in the beauty industry have become quite comfortable in talking to our clients about the need for a holistic complex approach to caring for our skin. We must start talking to our clients about the relationship between magnesium and telomeres and how this connection is key to a journey of preventing pre-mature aging and maintaining youthful skin.

The Significance of Telomeres

Before we explore the impact of magnesium, it's crucial to understand the role of telomeres in the aging process. Telomeres are like the plastic tips on shoelaces, protecting the ends of our chromosomes from fraying or deteriorating. Every time a cell divides, these telomeres naturally shorten, eventually leading to cellular aging and, ultimately, cell death. So, slow this process down, slow down aging. Protecting our cells from environmental damage, pollution, sun, harsh chemicals, and, I hate to be the bearer of bad news, STRESS, will making skin cells more resilient, helping our telomeres remain in tact for longer.

Shortened telomeres are associated with a range of age-related health issues, including wrinkles, sagging skin, and decreased skin elasticity. Therefore, finding ways to support and lengthen telomeres has become a topic of interest in the quest for youthful-looking skin.

The Role of Magnesium

Magnesium is of course an essential mineral involved in over 600 biological processes throughout the body. It plays a vital role in maintaining overall health, including the health of your skin from within. It's main actions can be categorized in main areas.

1. Protection Against Oxidative Stress: Magnesium serves as an essential co-factor for enzymes involved in antioxidant defense mechanisms. These enzymes help combat oxidative stress and free radicals that damage cells, including skin cells, and accelerate telomere shortening. By reducing oxidative stress, magnesium indirectly safeguards telomeres from premature aging.
2. DNA Repair: Magnesium's role in DNA repair is crucial for telomere preservation. DNA damage within the telomere regions can hasten telomere shortening. Magnesium helps activate enzymes involved in DNA repair, aiding in the maintenance of telomeric DNA integrity.
3. Cellular Division: Magnesium is indispensable for proper cell division and growth. Ensuring cells divide correctly and efficiently is essential for maintaining the length of telomeres and slowing the aging process. Magnesium supports this by influencing the stability and function of cellular structures involved in division.
4. Telomerase Activation: Some preliminary research suggests that magnesium may influence the activity of telomerase, an enzyme that can add length to telomeres. Increased telomerase activity is associated with longer telomeres and potentially slower aging. This area of study is ongoing, as more extensive research is done we will be able to learn just how closely related these topics are.

Incorporating Magnesium into Your Skincare Routine

Of course maintaining a magnesium rich diet, as well as abstaining from "magnesium draining diet", you know, sugars, processed foods is important first step. To help your clients reap the potential benefits more directly, offer magnesium facial treatments and explore magnesium-containing skincare products, which can help nourish your client's skin in between facials.

Some examples of using Transdermal Magnesium in treatments:

1. Magnesium "Splash" Facial
2. Facial cupping massage with magnesium gel
3. Magnesium scrub treatment
4. Magnesium Lymph draining facial massage
5. Magnesium moisture mask treatment
6. Magnesium oxygen treatment

While the quest for youthful-looking skin remains a complex journey, the potential link between magnesium and telomeres adds a fascinating dimension to our understanding of aging and skincare. As science continues to unravel the mysteries of aging, magnesium is emerging more and more as mission critical element in the pursuit of a youthful complexion.

ABOUT AlviCos - Future of Wellness

We supply natural 100% pure Zechstein Inside ® magnesium flakes, oil, gel and scrub bases from The Netherlands in bulk, for cosmetic private labeling, and for professional spa use. We serve customers worldwide and facilitate magnesium training. We can also "match make" you with one of the shelf ready brands using Zechstein magnesium in their products for your retail space. Send us a message for possibilities.