Cell turnover. Cell regeneration. Though these two terms mean something similar and are often used interchangeably, they are not the same thing. To make it easier to understand, let's look at the differences.
Cell turnover is the natural process by which old, damaged, dead cells move to the surface of the skin and are shed and replaced by our new healthy cells below. This process is more of a natural routine. Using a gentle exfoliator causes cell turnover.
Cell Regeneration: Is a less continuous natural process. Think of this as the healing of our damaged cells and tissues after an injury, invoking the restoration and renewal of our missing and damaged cells, creating new cells and tissues to restore proper function.
As we get older, cell regeneration slows down, and wounds heal slower. For instance, if you cut your hand, the injury triggers cell regeneration which signals stems cells to replace and repair the damaged tissues.
Poor Sleep Habits can reduce cell regeneration. (can decrease cell regeneration by about 50%)
High levels of stress can reduce cell regeneration.
Excessive exposure to toxins, UV rays, and environmental pollution can reduce cell regeneration.
A diet high in sugar can reduce cell regeneration.
TRIGGERS: immune responses, physical injuries and illness, malnutrition, diets (such and fasting for 2-4 days), low oxygen, hormones (including growth hormones)
What you Need to Know:
Oils that are naturally rich in antioxidants, vitamins, and fatty acids help stimulate cell regeneration.
- Frankincense (cytophylactic-protects living cells, tightens skin, reduces scar tissue)
- Geranium (new cell growth, sebum-balancing, collagen support)
- Carrot Seed (rich in beta-carotene)
- Sea Buckthorn (Omega-3, -6, -7, and Vitamin C)
- Argan (Gamma-linoleic acid)
- Lavender (cytophylactic and cicatrizant-protects living cells and promotes healing of damaged and wounded cells)
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