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When we talk about anti-aging skincare today, the same ingredients tend to dominate the conversation. Collagen. Retinol. Peptides. PDRN. They have become familiar names in the modern pursuit of smoother, firmer and younger-looking skin. But at Lassie Manna, we believe modern skincare doesn't have to look only to the newest ingredient trend. Sometimes, inspiration can also come from botanical traditions that stretch back thousands of years. That philosophy inspired one of the most unusual products in the Lassie Manna anti-aging collection: Cistus Ladaniferus Beauty Facial Essential Oil, affectionately known as Mummy EO. Lassie Manna What Do Ancient Egyptian Mummies Have to Do With Skincare? Ancient Egyptian mummification was an extraordinarily sophisticated preservation process. Modern chemical analysis of ancient Egyptian embalming balms has identified complex combinations of ingredients including plant oils, beeswax, fats and botanical resins. These substances formed part of an elaborate process intended to preserve the body for the afterlife. Nature Of course, skincare and mummification are two entirely different things. We aren't trying to “mummify” your face. What fascinates us is the underlying botanical story: long before laboratories created today's fashionable skincare ingredients, humans were already exploring the remarkable properties of plant oils, aromatic extracts and resins. And one Mediterranean botanical has a particularly intriguing story. Meet Cistus Ladaniferus — The Botanical Behind Mummy EO Cistus ladanifer, commonly called rockrose, is an aromatic Mediterranean shrub associated with a sticky resin known as labdanum. Today, researchers continue to investigate Cistus ladanifer and its essential oil for a variety of biological properties. Laboratory research has reported antimicrobial and anti-inflammatory activity, while one in-vitro study found that preparations of Cistus ladanifer increased fibroblast migration in a scratch-wound model. Importantly, these are laboratory findings rather than proof of anti-aging effects in human facial skin, but they help explain why this ancient botanical remains scientifically interesting today. PubMed A recent scientific review also describes Cistus ladanifer essential oils as containing compounds associated with antimicrobial and antioxidant properties and notes potential applications in cosmetics. PubMed And that is where the Lassie Manna philosophy becomes different. Anti-Aging Doesn't Have to Be About One Fashionable Ingredient The beauty industry is constantly looking for its next hero. One year everyone is talking about collagen. Then retinol. Then peptides. Then PDRN. At Lassie Manna, we don't believe anti-aging skincare needs to become an either/or argument. We embrace modern cosmetic ingredients—but we also believe there is a place for carefully formulated botanical oils and essential oils within a sophisticated skincare routine. Instead of asking “Which ingredient wins?”, we ask: “What does mature skin need?” As skin matures, concerns can include the appearance of dryness, loss of suppleness, dullness, rough texture and reduced elasticity. That's why Mummy EO takes a different approach. More Than Cistus: A Botanical Oil Ritual for Mature Skin Lassie Manna's Cistus Ladaniferus Beauty Facial Essential Oil (Mummy EO) combines Cistus Ladaniferus Oil with a collection of botanical oils and extracts. The formula includes Meadowfoam Seed Oil, used to nourish and help maintain softness; Geranium Flower Oil; Mediterranean Cypress Oil; White Orchid Oil; Wild Carrot Oil; Orange Jasmine Flower Oil; Citrus Peel Oil and other botanical components. Lassie Manna Rather than presenting Mummy EO as a replacement for every modern anti-aging active, think of it as another dimension of an anti-aging routine: nourishment + suppleness + radiance + sensory botanical care. The aim is skin that looks smoother, softer, more supple and revitalised. So Why Is It Called “Mummy EO”? The name is deliberately memorable. It draws inspiration from the extraordinary botanical preservation traditions associated with ancient Egypt—but transforms that story into a modern beauty ritual. Ancient embalmers understood the value of oils, waxes and aromatic plant resins thousands of years before modern cosmetic science existed. Chemical studies of surviving embalming materials continue to reveal just how complex those preparations were. Nature Mummy EO takes inspiration from that ancient fascination with botanicals, rather than claiming to reproduce an Egyptian embalming formula. Because your skin doesn't need to be preserved for eternity. It needs to be cared for beautifully today. Collagen. Retinol. PDRN. And Something Different. If your skincare shelf already contains collagen, retinoids, peptides or other contemporary ingredients, you don't necessarily need another product trying to tell you that everything else is obsolete. Lassie Manna's philosophy is different. Modern cosmetic science can sit alongside botanical skincare traditions. Mummy EO offers a distinctive facial-oil experience for those who want to incorporate botanical nourishment into an anti-aging routine—particularly when mature skin feels dry, dull or lacking in suppleness. That's what makes it interesting. Not because it's another version of whatever ingredient happens to be trending. Because it isn't. Discover Lassie Manna Anti-Aging Skincare Explore Lassie Manna's Anti-Aging & Rejuvenating Collection, featuring Mummy EO alongside formulas designed to address the appearance of wrinkles, loss of firmness, dullness and other visible signs associated with mature skin. The current collection contains 13 products, including Mummy EO, Fibroblast Cell Lotion and Diamond Peptide Revitalizing Emulsion. Lassie Manna Explore Lassie Manna Anti-Aging & Rejuvenating Skincare Discover Cistus Ladaniferus Beauty Facial Essential Oil — Mummy EO

We are proud to announce that Lassie Manna has been ranked the #1 Best-Selling Skincare Brand in Singapore during the Shopee 6.6 Great Shopee Sale, outperforming many renowned international skincare brands. According to Shopee's official 6.6 sales rankings, Lassie Manna secured the top position in the skincare category during the highly competitive 28-hour sales period, ahead of established brands such as IEM, Torriden, Medicube, and Rejuran. This achievement reflects the continued trust and support of our customers, as well as our commitment to delivering high-performance skincare solutions that combine innovation, efficacy, and value. A Milestone Achievement The Shopee 6.6 Great Shopee Sale is one of the largest e-commerce shopping festivals in Singapore, bringing together leading beauty brands from around the world. Being recognised as the Best-Selling Skincare Brand is a significant milestone for Lassie Manna and reinforces our position as one of Singapore's fastest-growing skincare brands. From award-winning skincare formulations to innovative beauty technologies, our mission has always been to make effective, results-driven beauty accessible to everyone. Thank You to Our Customers This achievement would not have been possible without the incredible support of our customers, livestream viewers, community members, and brand advocates. Every purchase, review, recommendation, and livestream interaction has contributed to this success. We are deeply grateful for the trust placed in Lassie Manna and remain committed to exceeding expectations through continuous innovation and exceptional product quality. Looking Ahead As we celebrate this exciting milestone, we remain focused on bringing even more breakthrough skincare innovations, exclusive launches, and customer rewards to our growing community. With new product developments, enhanced beauty solutions, and exciting campaigns planned for the months ahead, this is only the beginning of our journey. To all our customers who have supported us throughout the Shopee 6.6 campaign: Thank you for making Lassie Manna Singapore's #1 Best-Selling Skincare Brand during Shopee 6.6. Together, we look forward to achieving even greater milestones ahead. About Lassie Manna Founded in 2016, Lassie Manna is a beauty and wellness brand dedicated to developing innovative, high-performance skincare, beauty, and health products. Combining advanced research, premium ingredients, and a commitment to efficacy, Lassie Manna continues to help consumers achieve healthier, more radiant skin with confidence. ✨ Top of Form   Bottom of Form  

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