Yummy Yum Berry

Yum Berry (Yang Mei) has been grown in China for over 2000 years. It is a stunning unique fruit vastly popular in China as a summer food staple and is vital to Chinese medicine. It contains high levels of lactic, gallic and ellagic acids. It protects skin from UVA damage, helps promote cell turnover and brightens hyper-pigmented skin.

Not so Silly CiLi Fruit

CiLi Fruit is a rare rose bush found only in remote mountain ranges in Mainland China.  In Chinese, Cili means precious fruit. It has high levels of vitamin C, earning the title “King of Vitamin C. It is rich in superoxide dismutase, polyphenols, like those found in red wine, and vitamins A and E. CiLi Fruit is a powerful antioxidant, scavenges free radicals, stimulates skin cell repair, improves capillary health and other collagen type issues.

From Russia with Love

We have the Blue Honeysuckle Berry. It contains 5 times the antioxidants of a blueberry and is rich in ellagic acid and vitamin C. It strengthens capillaries to prevent bruising, helps with skin circulations, reduces dark circles and brightens skin tone. It has also been found to protect against UVA free radical damage and increased glutathione production.

*Note: Not all of these ingredients are available at this time and are mentioned for educational purposes only. Please check back regularly to see if and when they become available.

Happy Days are Here Again… As of July 1^st we started batching more Vault products in order for you to have complete Anti-Aging, Acne, Sensitive and Brightening product systems, at more doable prices. The Vault products are only available in bulk, and filling minimums still apply, however one (1) to three (3) gallons of a batched product are now more favorably priced.

In addition to the new batched Vault products, we have added brand new formulas to our Vault offering – giving you more opportunities to be a hero for your clients.

Please contact a Sales or Account Executive to get the updated Vault Price List and Catalog.

ORGANICALLY INTRIGUING

We started our USDA’s National Organic Program (NOP) Certification with gusto and after our Regulatory Department has worked on the paperwork for countless hours, we can now see the light at the end of the tunnel!

There have been times during the process when we questioned if it was necessary to get the NOP certification due to that the USDA does not oversee the ‘organic’ claims made in skincare. However, we knew that there would come a day when an independent body would take matters into their own hands and mandate that products are NOP certified if the word “organic” is used on product labeling. Well… it isn’t farfetched, but it is intriguing, that Whole Foods Market is the first (that we have seen) non-regulatory body to enforce their independent organic guidelines. Here is their blog, if you are interested in reading more…

 http://blog.wholefoodsmarket.com/2010/06/organic-labeling-for-body-care/

I SCREAM, YOU SCREAM,  

WE ALL SCREAM FOR A DREAM CREAM!

What is a dream cream? I think it is safe to say that we all have our own vision of the ingredients that make up a dream cream, serum, elixir, et al. As many of you are aware, CoValence is not unlike every other manufacturer in the skincare industry. We are all questioning whether the process of reformulating products is a need of safety and sustainability, or simply consumer demand?

The answer is probably a little bit of both. Two different industry magazines succinctly touched on the topic in regards to how consumer demand could be creating industry changes that are not necessarily the best for any of us.

NewScientist’s March 13, 2010 issue mentioned that while we are moving towards more renewable ingredient resources, “…they can be far from environmentally benign…” In Cosmeticsdesign.com, Katie Bird wrote in her June 15^th article, “Manufacturers are reformulating to tick all the consumer’s boxes, which in itself is dangerous as this is a moving target…”

 What does all of this mean? It means… know your facts about ingredients, safety, sustainability, etc. and do not panic if you read something new on a blog. Understand that not all ‘natural’ ingredients are the best choice just as you should not be afraid of ‘lab derived” ingredients. The world consists of the good, the bad and the ugly ingredients – albeit subjective. Our job is to utilize the ‘good’ and educate everyone on the ‘bad’ and ‘ugly’.

ARE YOU DOING YOUR BODY GOOD?

Debates continue to erupt amongst industry experts and scientists over Vitamin D and the role it plays on our skin. There have been recent discussions over whether Vitamin D should be ingested orally or produced naturally within the body. In the article, “To D or Not to D: Many Still Question Vitamin D,” posted by Cosmetic & Toiletries, we learn that the majority of current research on Vitamin D is both “inconclusive and often contradictory.”  Who’s right? Who’s wrong? Consequently, the consumer is left to judge and make that decision for us because, as mentioned in the previous article, ultimately they are the ones who drive the market.

Even more pressing is the use of sunscreens and “their potential to block Vitamin D production in the body.”  In the article, Henry Lim, MD writes, “…proving that Vitamin D could prevent certain illnesses would require large studies that no pharmaceutical manufacturers would support.” With that said, it is imperative for manufacturers such as ourselves to remain knowledgeable about industry news such as this.  We must do our part to provide consumers with a product that will ultimately benefit their body and perhaps protect it at the same time. It is like that old saying repeated by Zoe Diana Draelos, MD in the Cosmetics & Toiletries post, “You can have too much of a good thing.” It is important for us all to remember that moderation is the key. Whether you choose to get your fill of Vitamin D orally, or the old fashioned way, just be wise and be careful-no one knows your body better than YOU!

 Formulation note… Vitamin D in skincare is not accepted in many countries; Almond Oil contains a natural supply of Vitamin D.

 NEED A GOOD MECHANIC?

We dare say that there are only a few of us that could call ourselves mechanically inclined when it comes to cars, appliances and our skin. Our skin? Yes, our skin! However, rest assured… even if you are not the best mechanic for your skin, CoValence develops with ingredients that trigger skin mechanisms which result in perfectly tuned up skin.

Back in November 2009 we brought Renovage™ to your attention. Renovage™ triggers and stabilizes the mechanism of telomere shortening, prolonging cell life by 1/3. Not too shabby for a skincare ingredient. Is it?

Another extremely efficient mechanism ingredient that we introduced to you in August 2009 is, LONGEVICELL^®. This botanical extract from myrtle, is rich in oligogalacturonans and has been proven to slow down the senescence factors plus activate the SIRT1 (Sirtuin) expression in skin —  increasing the life of cells. LONGEVICELL^® is a true cell regenerator and guardian of tissue longevity erasing the first signs of aging.

It is our pleasure to introduce “Most wanted antioxidant” to you…  Thiotane (L-ergothioneine). This powerful chiral antioxidant is a natural amino acid, MMPi, UVA/UVB protector, products energy, scavenges free radicals, recycles Vitamin C like Vitamin E, neutralizes ozone, inhibits tyrosinase and, last but not least, it has been found to be far superior to CoQ10 and Idebenone! Need we say more?

PLANT STEM CELLS

The Apple Stem Cells started a revolution in skincare thanks in part to its intense research showing that a plant stem cell could actually combat aging, reducing and preventing wrinkles. With its immense popularity, a handful of new plant stem cells followed suit.

CoValence owns, along with the Apple Stem Cell, six (6) more additional beautiful and potent plant stem cells. To get the most marketing mileage out of a product that contains plant stem cells, we recommend that you formulate (*) with the Apple Stem Cells and then add one (1) or two (2) booster plant stem cells from the other six (6) choices…

Centella Asiatica Stem Cells… firms, restructures and improves skin tone and elasticity – offers relief for Rosacea sufferers.

 Echinacea Stem Cells… revitalizes dull, tired skin, restoring radiance – assists with collagen production.

Edelweiss Stem Cells… prevents collagen loss and aging of skin – benefits the eye contour area.

 Butterfly Bush Stem Cells… boosts skin’s defense towards environmental elements and protects against photoaging – offers MMPi and UV stress protection.

Lilac Stem Cells… reduces sebum, bacteria and inflammation – complete treatment for acne disorders.

Sea Fennel Stem Cells (**)… reinforces antioxidant protection, regulates keratogenesis and pigmentation disorders — complete anti-aging solution.

 (*) Plant Stem Cells work best in a cream or lotion base.

(**) The Sea Fennel Stem Cells are a new favorite of our R&D Team. Due to the ingredient’s lead-time our production time line could stretch up to 10 to 12 weeks. However, we feel the extra few weeks will be worth the wait!

(Don’t worry — it’s not that kind of peel!)

Please Note: Any client who wishes to purchase from ‘The Vault – Pro’ must provide us with a proof of peel insurance and peel training certification, plus a signed peel waiver (provided by us).

Mojito Peel (VLT0.3007): Kick back and let the Mojito Peel work its magic! Combined with a unique Sugar Cane Extract (a naturally derived Glycolic Acid) along with Glycolic Acid, the Mojito Peel may have a fun name, but it’s effectiveness is hard core… helping you say “adiós” to dull, rough skin and “hola” to fabulous, radiant skin.

Super Jessner (VLT0.3005): Not your typical Jessner… Super Jessner combines 14% Resorcinol, 14% Salicylic Acid and 14% L-lactic Acid with Noni Fruit Extract and Sea Buckthorn Extract for an Antioxidant and Omega 7 Fatty Acid ‘super-charged’ boost, ready to enhance cell regeneration.

TCA 10% Peel (VLT0.3003): One of the nation’s most popular peels, the 10% TCA (Trichloroacetic Acid) is poised to effectively sloughing away sun damaged and hyper-pigmented skin revealing healthier skin with little to no down-time.

TCA 20% Peel (VLT0.3004): One of the nation’s most aggressive peels, the 20% TCA (Trichloroacetic Acid) is a common denominator for many professional anti-age regimens, effectively peeling away sun damaged and hyper-pigmented skin revealing healthier skin with little down time.

*Don’t forget…our Gly/Sal Toner (VLT0.2008) makes a great peel prep!

 

Brightside Serum VLT0.4030 – This premium ‘globally-accepted’ serum is enlightened with a multitude of brightening ingredients including the most potent tyrosinase inhibitor ever reported – SymWhite. When SymWhite is paired with Algowhite®, skin will look whiter, clearer and more luminous in just 28 days. So, what are you waiting for? Take a walk on the bright-side and start showing off more radiant skin.   

Hostile Takeover Serum VTL0.4009 - blends Manuka and Lemongrass Oil providing anti-bacterial, anti-microbial and anti-inflammatory properties. Combined with Salicylic Acid, our serum takes over oily, problematic skin leaving a more clear and balanced complexion. A welcome takeover!

Fade Away Serum VLT0.4027 – Our hyper-pigmentation serum’s  assemblage of ingredients work together to quickly fade away dark, pigmentation areas on the skin. Arbutin and Kojic Acid alone are a powerful duo, but we went a step further and included Tyrostat™ with  Melanosatine®5. The combination of these two (2) ingredients give your skin a brighter, even and more translucent appearance. Even after only one (1) week, skin texture is more refined. Therefore, it’s time to let unhealthy skin Fade Away and bring out healthier, more brilliant looking skin.  

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Biscotti Body Oil (VLT0.6603): Biscotti Body Oil has blended seven (7) oils that work together reducing the appearance of stretch marks, improves circulation, skin firmness and enhances barrier function and moisture retention. The natural almond, biscotti aromatherapy blend makes this a unique dry body oil that is sure to please.

cosmopoliTAN (VLT0.6604): cosmopoliTAN self-tanning Body Lotion is formulated using a 100% natural and Ecocert approved Dihydroxyacetone (DHA), Vegetan®. We also added Watermelon Fruit Extract (Pepha®-Protect) which protects important cell structures from damage by UV induced free radicals, plus the beautiful bronze lotion makes application easy.

 Citrus Zest Polish (VLT0.6402): Citrus Zest Polish is more than a simple body polish that smells “citrus” fresh – The product is formulated with a stable Salicylic Acid bead that when rubbed onto the skin breaks easily to release the Salicylic Acid providing exfoliation, stimulates new cell growth and reduces inflammation.

Don’t forget to check out our Products Catalog for our full line of SPFs.

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”There are no traffic jams along the extra mile.”

- Roger Staubach

Customer Service is a term that we are all familiar with, but you rarely experience with a manufacturer. To CoValence, a lack of customer service with manufacturers is a tragedy for the brands trying to succeed in an extremely competitive market. What is your manufacturer doing to help you?

According to Peter Drucker the single most important thing to remember about any enterprise is that there are no results inside its walls. The result of a business is a satisfied customer.  At CoValence we highly agree with Mr. Drucker — We work closely with our clients to make sure their every need is met and exceeded.

CoValence’s Customer Service Team consists of our Receptionist, Regulatory Department, Sales, Marketing and Account Executives. Each team member goes through trainings focused on helping our clients. At first, we thought that all manufacturers spent the time to take care of their clients, however within the last year, speaking with new clients, we have realized that CoValence is an anomaly and, actually, we are proud of our uniqueness!

Thankfully, our company’s growth has been steady and strong, during the global economic crises and era of layoffs. Therefore, we have actually hired some wonderful new additions to our Customer Service team to make our clients’ relationship with us even more positive than before.

We enjoy working with you and we hope to continue to be of service to you as you continue to succeed locally and worldwide!

With highest devotion,

Melinda, Cheria, Susan, Kim, Karla, Pam, Julie Ann, Heather, Anna, Ashley, John W. and John S.  

+1 480.897.0551 or CustomerService@CoValence.com

Bryan Barron and Paula Begoun recently fired back at the Environmental Working Group (EWG) for its unsubstantiated claims that Vitamin A in sunscreens can cause cancer. Take a look at what was said and know your facts – about all ingredients!

http://www.beautybunch.com/2010/05/26/cancer-from-vitamin-a-in-your-sunscreen/ 

Even if you do not read the blog, there is one statistic noted that is of vital importance…only 10% of the population uses sunscreen on a regular basis. 10%! That’s 90% short of our goal… Please spread the word that sunscreen needs to be worn by everyone!

Our Magic Marker has 5.25% Benzoyl Peroxide to wipe out those pesky blemishes while promoting healthy cell renewal. Our formula is seamless and make-up is easily applied, leaving no cakey residue.

Abracadabra…Skin never looked better! Pease call a Sales Executive today at 480.897.0551 or email customerservice@covalence.com to order a sample. Don’t forget to reference the number VLT0.4301.

We also offer a non BPO blemish treatment if you prefer Sulfur and Salicylic Acid to unclog pores, combat bacteria and reduce inflamation. (Clarify Spot Treatment – VLT0.4300)

Believed to have originated in ancient times, logistics is now as much needed for today’s modern business as it was centuries ago. Unlike the great warriors of the Roman Empire, logistics implementation for CoValence is not focused on the movement of food, water and weapons, but the successful movement of ingredients/finished goods, containers and packaging – to our clients.

Coordination of the movement for any item is vital to running a successful business today as much as it was to winning a war back during the reign of the Romans. Obviously, the consequences are far less severe now a days if one’s supply chain is broken. Yet, it is still traumatic for clients when they need a component and it is not available and a backorder ensues.

Fortunately, CoValence has some high tech ways to help us from losing the logistics battle. Some examples that we utilize are: Enterprise Resource Planning program that helps manage inventory levels with alert managers and triggered reorder points; Carrier websites with accurate tracking detail and delivery dates, plus the ability to expedite goods to anywhere in the world. Oddly, a number of these programs were not available in the recent past. Yet, all companies (not only manufacturers) must keep up with logistics and technology in order to win the supply chain battle.

For the success of your company, check your logistics plan – is it from the dark ages or embracing all that technology provides?

The word Armageddon is synonymous with any cataclysmic event and leaves most of us shaking in our boots by the mere mention of the word. How many of us hunker down in fear (okay, a tad over dramatic) when the extreme cataclysmic events of wrinkles, dark circles and under-eye bags around the eyes blindsides us? Well, it may not be Armageddon, but it is “Eye-Mageddon”! We, at CoValence, have come up with three highly unique anti-aging skincare formulas that target trouble spots around the delicate eye area… to help you stand strong against your own Eye-Mageddon.

Bye Bye Birdie (VLT0.5503) – Tackle those pesty crow’s feet around the eyes using our latest high powered eye serum. Our combination of wrinkle reducing and collagen building ingredients, Snap-8, Inyline ™, encapsulated Retinol and Edelweiss Plant Stem Cells, are sure to have you saying in no time – Bye Bye Birdie! (16 oz. size is available for a limited time.)

Pack Your Bags (VLT0.5502) – Are you carrying some extra baggage and weight around the eye area? Do you want to brighten up and get rid of those dark under eye circles? If you answered “yes” to any of the previous questions, now is the time to fall in love with our Pack Your Bags formula. The amber colored gel soothes and is fully loaded with Eyeseryl ™, Haloxyl ™, Bioskinup™ and Hesperidin to lessen dark circles, wrinkles and those heavy bags under the eyes. Finally, you can send those bags packing!

Eye Wish (VLT0.5504) – Your wish has come true! Our R&D team delicately blended Eye Wish as an efficacious, elite luxury eye cream that feels light as a feather with Fi-Flow, Argierline ®, Leuphaysl ® and ChroNOline. Do not be fooled by the light viscosity, the magic of Eye Wish is that it actually gives you optimal moisturization while continuing to firm and reducing the look of wrinkles. Your Eye Wish is granted!

Please contact us at customerservice@covalence.com or 480.897.0551 if you would like to receive more information about the highlighted products.