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Understanding Aging Without the Chemistry
May 20, 2008
Q.
What makes children’s skin so fresh and soft?
Lionel De Benetti. Their skin is working at an optimum level and is totally
self-sufficient because their network of thin capillaries can continually provide moisture, oxygen
and nutrients. They also have perfectly functioning nerve endings, which coordinate the activity of
our cells. Since both the capillaries and nerve endings are working, they are able to properly
communicate and keep skin firm and wrinkle free.
Q. What happens to our capillaries and nerve endings as we age?
Lionel De Benetti. Capillaries change and become more scarce. Their walls stiffen,
decreasing blood flow. At the same time your skin’s nerve endings begin diminishing, which reduces
the blood flow and circulation. This causes the skin to lose its radiance and wrinkles start
to form.
Q.
What can we do to keep these networks working properly?
Lionel De Benetti. You need to act on the origin of the breakdown itself and be
able to stimulate both of these networks at the same time.
Q. What have you developed to target this breakdown?
Lionel De Benetti. We have found that with two vegetal extracts—Maritime Pine and
Centella Asiatica—we can help to protect and repair capillaries, increasing cellular communication.
Glistin, Vitamins A, E, C, Butcher’s Broom and Green Algae are also ingredients that help protect
the skin’s nerve endings, increasing hydration and nourishment to the skin.
Q. Does Clarins have a product that has all of the ingredients we need?
Lionel De Benetti. Yes. After five years of research, we were able to create
Younger Longer Balm. It is the first skincare product on the market to stimulate both the skin’s
youthful networks at the same time. It is a stand-alone product that has all the benefits you need
in one formulation.
Q.
What is the recommended usage for this product?
Lionel De Benetti.The texture of this product is a balm, making it a great
nighttime treatment. It doesn’t replace your other products. Instead, it is best to alternate it
with your favorite night cream. The effects of the product will last, so use your regular firming
product one night and Younger Longer the next night.
Q. Can you explain the Youth-Stimulating Method?
Lionel De Benetti. It is an application method that should be done each time you
apply the product. To start, put two pumps of the product on your hands. Gently rub your hands
together to warm the product as this helps with the products absorption rate. Lightly dab the
product on the cheeks starting closer to the nose and working out towards the ears. Do the same
light tapping movement on forehead and chin. Finish with light tapping motions around the eye and
then gently press the entire hand down the neck. A leaflet explaining this method can also be found
in every retail product.
Q.
What kind of long-term affects should users expect?
Lionel De Benetti. Radiant and firm skin with an increase in blood circulation.
