The dermis is composed of three types of tissue that are present throughout – not in layers. The types of tissue are collagen, elastic tissue, and reticular fibers. The two layers of the dermis are the papillary and reticular layers. The key type of cells in the dermis is fibroblasts, which synthesize collagen, elastin and other structural molecules. The proper function of fibroblasts is highly important for overall skin health. The fibroblasts are stimulated through the body’s estrogen production.

As we age estrogen production decreases, resulting in decreased fibroblast activity or decreased production of collagen and elastin. Phyto-hormones are found in red clover, green tea, chickpeas and in the root of Iris (Iris florentina) as well as in soy (especially rich in Isoflavonoids) which, when applied on human skin, penetrates in a few hours to the fibroblasts in the dermis – binding to the surface of the fibroblasts leading to an increased bio-synthesis of collagen and elastin fibers. Phyto-hormones are in the following products: De-Age & Re-Lift Cream, Extra Rich Convenience Cream, De-Age & Re-Lift Concentrate. Isoflavonia Relief.