Cortisol is one of the key players when it comes to stress, nicknamed the ‘stress hormone’. When we are stressed, cortisol is released as part of our body’s instinctive “fight or flight” response. As a result, it slows down the body’s natural regeneration of skin cells and reduces skin’s ability to retain water, which can become evident on our skin as: dehydration and dullness , oiliness and breakouts ,redness, flushing and irritation. This foaming body cleansing gel is youth lab’s scientific answer to controlling cortisol levels of body, as it’s infused with an innovative phyto-endorphin complex that reduces the effects of stress onto skin, creating a sense of euphoria. At the same time, it protects the microbiome, boosts collagen production, as well as skin moisture levels. Monk’s Pepper phyto-endorphin complex, in combination withencapsulated antioxidant active ingredients, exploits the ability of keratinocytes to produce endorphins, contributing to the production of the “hormones of happiness”. At the same time, it helps increase moisture levels & restore skin elasticity, as it stimulates collagen production. Natural Prebioticshelp rebalance skin’s microbiota, nourishing and protecting the epidermal barrier. Aloe, calms, soothes, and hydrates skin, helping to prevent transepidermal water loss. Patented NMF Components & Inositol blend, enhance skin’s natural moisture levels, reduce transepidermal water loss and help restore its elasticity and smoothness.