All About Pumpkin

The air has finally turned crisper and the trees have begun to shed their leaves. Love it or hate it, fall is officially here and that means pumpkin. Who are we kidding? September 1 st means pumpkin. Pumpkin season might be nestled between Labor Day and Thanksgiving, but this powerful ingredient can hold its own year-round. This fabulous fall fruit (yup, it’s a fruit) is full of naturally occurring enzymes and alpha hydroxy acids (AHAs). Like Beyoncé and Jay-Z, these ingredients are mighty on their own, but when they come together they’re a real power couple, making pumpkin one of nature’s most effective exfoliants. And, as we learned in September’s article, when done regularly exfoliation is your friend – your very best friend.

While pumpkin’s enzymes help to break down oil and other pollutants that lead to clogged pores and breakouts, AHAs create a brighter complexion by increasing cell turnover. Can it get any better? It sure can! Pumpkin also contains vitamins A, C, E and zinc, which nourish skin and protect against free radicals that can contribute to irritation and aging. Now, as much as we would love to tell you that pumpkin spice lattés and pie are the best ways to reap the benefits of this vine fruit, we could never lie to you like that. By all means order a venti PSL and have an extra slice of pie, but if you’re looking to boost your complexion these treatments and products are your best bet.

PCA’s Pumpkin Enzyme Peel is one of La Bella Derma’s most requested fall peels (but it’s available year- round!). This nutrient-rich treatment combines pumpkin enzymes and salicylic acid with a number of purifying and antioxidant ingredients. This (Dare we say “magical”?) mix of ingredients makes it a great treatment for skin marred by acne, sun damage, or the general effects of aging. You’ll leave with smooth, glowing skin and possibly a hankering for the classic, It’s the Great Pumpkin, Charlie Brown!

To enhance and maintain the effects of a spa peel or complement your current regimen, bring the power of pumpkin home. Incorporating pumpkin’s enzymes and exfoliating properties into your regular skincare routine diminishes scars, age spots, fine lines, and discoloration. You’ll love the results and the aroma, so take a closer look at the products highlighted below.

PCA’s Nutrient Toner is not the astringent toner of yesteryear. This pumpkin wine-based toner is suitable for all skin types, particularly those looking to address visible signs of aging or prevent them (i.e. everyone). Fun fact - when fermented into wine, pumpkin releases multiple nutrients and antioxidants that act as skin super boosters. Pumpkin? Wine? Nutrients? What’s not to love? Not only does this toner refine the appearance of pores and remove dead skin cells, it also reduces the risk of blemishes and other impurities by providing gentle exfoliation to create a healthy glow. Bonus – PCA’s Nutrient Toner incorporates the light aroma of cloves, which may give you visions of sugarplums while the leaves are still falling (don’t say we didn’t warn you).

Epicuren’s Pumpkin Apple Spice Peel makes us want to curl up in a cozy blanket with a hot cuppa something – but not before we spread on a dime-sized dollop. This at-home peel combines mild pumpkin and apple enzymes to dissolve dead skin cells and promote clarity. And, because pumpkin helps to normalize oil production and promote cell turnover, it reduces the appearance of pore size leaving your complexion younger and more refined. Feel free to stay curled up in that blanket after your 3-7 minutes are over!

Fall is arguably our shortest and sweetest season. Use autumn’s bounty to prepare your skin for the inevitably looong winter months ahead. Take advantage of our October special and book a PCA Pumpkin Enzyme Peel today or stop in to speak with a team member about the best products for your skin this fall. Remember, just like the seasons, your skin changes throughout the year and your skincare routine should too. Our team is here to help, so give us a call at 802.735.3031.


Heather Frechette-Crowley is principal and founder of Root Marketing, where she uses content-based strategy to help
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