Ingredient Spotlight: Emu Oil

The emu is native to Australia

The benefits of Emu Oil have been known since the times of the Aborigines in Australia. They used it as bush medicine to treat a variety of conditions, such as sunburns, wounds, muscle pain, irritation, and arthritis. Today, emu oil is used as an ingredient in many cosmetics for the same reasons - Erno Laszlo uses it in our magical phormula 3-9 products. Studies, however, have uncovered many additional therapeutic uses for emu oil.

One of the main reasons that emu oil is so fantastically effective is that its chemical composition is very similar to that of human skin. This allows it to be easily absorbed through pores into the deepest layers of skin, ensuring that it will be able to nourish at every level.

Additionally, emu oil has been proven useful in fighting acne. It is naturally anti-bacterial and anti-inflammatory, which means it will work to kill the bacteria that causes acne in the first place, and soothe to reduce the swelling it causes in turn. Emu Oil also contains naturally abundant levels of Vitamins A and E. These act both as free-radical fighting, toxin-removing antioxidants, and as agents to help skin speed up healing.

Lastly, emu oil also contains a substance called Linoleic Acid. This special compound is what gives emu oil it's pain-reliving and anti-inflammatory agents, and enables it to be used for easing muscle and joint pain. For this reason, it's frequently used by sports teams and in fitness centers the world over. What's more is that is also aids in the formation of new cells. This gives emu oil the highly desirable property of being anti-aging and wrinkle-reducing! Basically, it is a miracle compound that aids in your overall appearance.

Erno Laszlo: Clinically Tested

Did you know that clinical tests have definitively proven Erno Laszlo products to be effective? Below are the clinical results of three of our favorite products: Timeless Skin, TranspHuse Topical, and pHormula 3-9. This transforming trio underscore one of our firm beliefs: just because time marches on does not mean your face ever has to show it.

Timeless Skin ($98/1 oz.)
When you notice the early signs of skin aging (fine lines, subtle sagging, loss of radiance) you are ready for Timeless Skin. Why? The clinical results speak for themselves. In an 8-week clinical study conducted by an independent laboratory, Erno Laszlo Timeless Skin improved:

Dryness by...	100%	Smoothness by...	65%
Even Tone by...	47%	Elasticity by...	39%
Fine Lines & Wrinkles by...41%

TranspHuse Topical ($165/1 oz.)
We at Erno Laszlo say that TranspHuse Topical minimizes the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles with dermaxyl and marine filling spheres. What did you have to say about it? Panelists using this product once daily for six weeks reported improvements of:

Appearance by...	81%	Plumpness by...	73%
Elasticity by...78%
Fine Lines & Wrinkles by73%

pHormula 3-9 ($195/1.7 oz.)
pHormula 3-9 is so effective because it forms a "health dome" over your skin, disallowing anything from harming your skin when it is in need of healing. This fact has made it one of the most widely used products on the red carpet. As a matter of fact, after only one week of use,

pHormula 3-9 treated wounds healed by...

67%

After two weeks of use, pHormula 3-9:

Improved Hydration by...	98%	Decreased Puffiness by...	40%
Reduced Chafing and Chapping by...73%
Reduced Redness and Irritation by...67%

Labor Day Weekend

Labor Day weekend signifies the big farewell to the season as everyone tries to sneak away for that last long weekend of the summer. Whether you are planning a traditional barbecue, escaping to some exotic locale, or simply experiencing the bliss of a stay-cation, we have compiled some relaxing treatments that will make 3 days feel more like 5 wherever you end up!

HydraTherapy Skin Vitality Mask
This extra hydrating mask is a luxurious spa treatment in a packet. With it's travel friendly size, you can throw this in your weekend bag, for a relaxing, pampering treatment on the go!

pHormula 3-9
A cure-all for stressed skin, this miracle cream can transform your complexion instantly. Whether the problem is too much sun or too little moisture, a small dab at bedtime will have you glowing in the morning.

Antioxidant Complex for Eyes
This amazing serum can offer you the soothing relief you crave to bring you back to the real world on Tuesday looking as though you have had the break you needed. For an added boost of cooling and luxury, leave it in the fridge before you apply.

We hope everyone has a blissful Labor Day and gets plenty of R&R!

Seasonal Skincare Tips

For most people, the first of September marks a new beginning: students head back to school, office drones bear adieu to summer Fridays and most everyone readies themselves for the change in season. But as we pack away our bathing suits and study the fall fashion trends, it is also important to understand that your skin will need a new wardrobe of products as well. The change in season between summer and fall is the most drastic on your skin, so we have compiled a suggestions of Autumn skincare adaptations everyone should consider.

Dehydration: During the colder months, we are often cuddled up in the warmth of our homes, while this is comforting on those colder days, it can also cause skin to rapidly loose its natural moisture. So a product that will rehydrate thirsty skin is vital.
~Recommended Product: Total Skin Revitalizer attracts moisture and binds it to the deepest cell layers.

Chapping: That sometimes wicked, unforgiving wind of the colder months can do a number on your face, leaving you with cracked, chapped skin. Add a soothing product to protect against those harsher weather conditions.
~Recommended Product: pHormula 3-9 lip balm heals your lips while protecting it from further damage.

Dryness: Scaly cold-weather skin is a pretty inevitable occurrence for most, and the majority except it by covering themselves up with layers of clothing. Adding an exfoliating product into your regime will help slough off those dead skin cells fast to leave you skin soft and supple.
~Recommended Product: C-Peel is a two-phase peel that polishes and smooths the complexion.

The one seasonal skincare change you shouldn't make? Stopping your sunscreen use! Just because you might not be able to see or feel the sun's rays, does not mean your skin can't still suffer the damages. Happy fall everyone!

Analyzing the Amazing Allantoin

The Comfrey Plant, a major source of allantoin

For quite some time, allantoin has been a staple in many of Erno Laszlo's most popular products including Timeless Skin and pHormula 3-9. So, we thought we'd share a bit about what it is, where it comes from, and how it benefits your skin.

Allantoin is a chemical compound naturally present in most mammals (excluding higher apes and humans), plants, and fish. It boasts moisturizing and karetolytic properties, meaning that it causes the water content in the extracellular matrix to increase while also increasing the skin's ability to exfoliate. The net effect is that the skin feels smooth, is able to hear more quickly, and moisture is bound to the skin much more effectively. Thus, Allantoin can be used for a host of skin conditions, including wounds, burns, and various scars. It is also included in various sunscreens, lip balms, and products designed to prevent skin irritation in general.

Since Allantoin is anti-irritant and smooths skin's surface, however, it has also been known to be used in products that are designed to maintain skin's overall health. Interestingly, it may be added to the formula of a product to offset harsher ingredients including soaps, detergents, alcohols, or acids which may dry out or irritate the skin. Additionally, it is also known to be found in lipsticks, toothpastes, and shampoos.