FRESH FINDS FOR FLAWLESS BEAUTY

Vitaderm launches Salicylic Powder Exfoliator

Vitaderm’s latest skincare innovation, the Salicylic Powder Exfoliator, is an advanced tri-active powder formulation designed to deliver smoothing and brightening, harnessing the power of salicylic acid, fruit enzymes, and niacinamide.

Experience advanced exfoliation

• The product combines cutting-edge ingredients to effectively remove keratinised skin cells and boost skin clarity, featuring:

• Salicylic acid: an oil-soluble hydroxy acid that penetrates deeply to exfoliate the surface of the skin and inside the pores. It reduces congestion, targets breakouts, refines the appearance of pores, evens out skin tone, and helps fade dark spots for brighter-looking skin.

• Papain extract: a natural fruit-derived enzyme that helps to remove dry, keratinised skin cells, leaving the skin smoother and healthier. It also promotes cell renewal and refines skin texture.

• Niacinamide (Vitamin B3): works with the natural substances in the skin to regulate sebum production, improve barrier function, visibly minimise pore size, fight premature skin ageing, hydrate the skin, and enhance skin brightness.

• Ultra-fine rice powder: an antioxidant-rich powder that provides mechanical exfoliation, gently polishing the skin’s surface for a smooth and radiant appearance. Its anti-inflammatory properties target premature skin ageing and boost overall skin health. By using the Salicylic Powder Exfoliator, you can expect noticeable improvements in skin texture, tone, and clarity. Key benefits include improved skin texture; brighter, more even skin tone; and clearer skin.

The Salicylic Powder Exfoliator is available online at www.vitaderm.co.za

Collagen boost

Authentic You by Bare’s new Hyaluronic Acid with Collagen is a flavourless powder, consumable in any hot or cold beverage. We offer 100 mg of hyaluronic acid per single serving with a high molecular weight of 1000 kDa, which is in contrast with low molecular weights in skincare products.

When it comes to ingesting hyaluronic acid, it is crucial for higher molecular weights to ensure optimal absorption within the body. Hyaluronic acid’s primary function is to provide moisture to the skin, and hydrated skin naturally appears more plump and smoother.

Collagen, on the other hand, tightens the skin by helping to rebuild and strengthen the skin’s connective tissues from within.

Combining hyaluronic acid with collagen creates the ultimate winning duo for healthy, younger looking skin. Our Bare Hyaluronic Acid with Collagen contains 5000mg of A-grade bovine collagen (Types I, II and III) per single serving.

This exclusive product was specifically formulated as an aftercare supplement to rapidly reduce inflammation after aesthetic treatments, as well as to maintain and enhance treatment results. It is recommende for women who want to maintain and enhance the youthful appearance of their skin, hair and nails in a more natural and holistic manner.

Other key ingredients include biotin to help accelerate hair growth as well as stimulate new hair growth; vitamin C enhances the skin’s overall appearance by diminishing pigmentation and encouraging skin brightness; vitamin D speeds up cell turnover and the creation of new cells in the skin; and zinc accelerates the skin’s natural function to repair itself and therefore assists with reducing acne, inflammation and redness.

Results using Hyaluronic Acid and Collagen (two scoops daily) to treat female client (71) to improve skin elasticity, visibility of wrinkles and pigmentation.

Focus on the fuller effect

Introducing Focus Care Youth+® 3DSynergé™ Filler Crème from Environ. An advanced powerhouse booster formulated to target the signs of lines, wrinkles, and volume loss to reveal a visibly smoother, firmer, naturally fuller-looking complexion. .

It contains hyaluronic acid technology to replenish and promote optimal levels of hyaluronic acid in the skin for a visibly smooth, plumped appearance. Smart peptide technology improves the appearance of volume and the structural integrity of skin for a firmer, naturally fuller look. Potent antioxidant protection revives and protects the youthful properties of the skin with an advanced peptide and phyto-antioxidant key ingredients.

Great skin starts with great exfoliation

Introducing the newly reformulated Enzymatic Exfoliate from Sknlogic, a powerful skincare solution designed to remove dead skin cells and reveal a brighter, smoother complexion. This advanced formula includes a blend of potent ingredients and is specifically formulated for deeper exfoliation and maximum efficacy.

Enzymes are biological molecules that speed up chemical reactions in the body. Specific enzymes derived from fruits are used to target and break down keratin proteins found in the outermost layer of dead skin cells.

While enzymes work on the surface, our new formula also includes Glycolic Acid and Malic Acid, two alpha hydroxy acids (AHAs) that penetrate deeper into the skin. These acids work by loosening the bonds between dead skin cells, allowing them to be easily sloughed away. The combination of enzymatic and chemical exfoliation offers a comprehensive approach.

Ingredients include papaya and pineapple extract, rich in natural enzymes like papain and bromelain, help break down dead skin cells and impurities, promoting smoother skin texture. Other fruit extracts like vaccinium myrtillus, sugar cane, maple sugar, lemon and orange are rich in antioxidants and AHAs, which brighten the complexion, support exfoliation, and nourish the skin.

Protease enzymes aid in the exfoliation process by breaking down proteins that bind dead skin cells together, allowing for a thorough exfoliation without irritation. Glycolic acid gently exfoliates the skin’s surface, improving texture, reducing fine lines, dark spots, and uneven skin tone. The enhanced penetration ensures that glycolic acid reaches deeper layers for more effective results. Malic acid also exfoliates and hydrates, leaving the skin feeling soft and revitalized.

The benefits include enhanced cellular turnover, refined skin texture, improved skin tone, optimised hydration and targeted surface exfoliation.

Six® Aesthetix uses exosomes to facilitate skin treatment

Exosomes are tiny, nanosized structures (20-400nm) that carry important information between cells. They support functions like collagen production, antiinflammatory responses, cell repair, and pigmentation regulation. Imagine them as little delivery vehicles packed with powerful ingredients like lipids, growth factors, mRNA, and proteins that can dramatically improve your skin.

How do exosomes work?

1. Cellular communication: Exosomes act as messengers, carrying proteins, lipids, and RNA to facilitate communication between cells. This communication is vital for maintaining healthy skin functions and repairing damaged tissues.

2. Molecular transfer: When applied to the skin, exosomes merge with target cells and release their contents, which can change the behavior of these cells. This process can significantly alter cell function, leading to enhanced skin repair and rejuvenation.

3. Stimulating regeneration: The materials inside exosomes activate repair mechanisms, immune responses, and tissue regeneration. This includes promoting the production of collagen and elastin, essential proteins that keep skin firm and elastic.

Exosomes need a way to enter the skin. They can’t penetrate on their own, so treatments like laser therapy or microneedling are used to create channels in the skin. After a session, exosomes are applied to the skin, absorbed overnight, and followed by a regular skincare routine the next day. To apply, cleanse the skep and prep it with a topical anesthetic to minimise discomfort. Next is microneedling or laser treatment: These procedures create microchannels in the skin, allowing exosomes to penetrate deeper layers. A serum containing exosomes is applied to the treated area, facilitating absorption through the created channels. The serum is left on overnight, and the following day, a gentle skincare routine is recommended to support the healing process.