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Vitamin E Explained

As with most vitamins, we know they are good for us and we may even know that vitamin E is an antioxidant which helps to maintain healthy skin, but do we understand why?

Pure retinol cream formulations can be used as part of an evidenced-based skincare regimen to help to improve the visible effects of photoageing. A form of vitamin A, retinol is one of the most widely researched and proven skincare ingredients available today. Retinol is a potent ingredient that helps promote cell turnover to diminish the appearance of fine lines, wrinkles, uneven skin tone and blemishes. Formulated with pure retinol and bisabolol (derived from chamomile), SkinCeuticals retinol creams are designed to ensure efficacy while minimising irritation commonly associated with the use of retinol creams.

10 Aug 2020

What makes SkinCeuticals’ formulas unique?

If you’re new to using SkinCeuticals, or are considering investing in our product range, you’re probably wondering what makes our formulas unique. From our ground-breaking research, to our stringent testing processes, here’s everything you need to know about what makes SkinCeuticals a leader in the skincare industry.

How to target and prevent blackheads

How to target blackheads Blackheads are a common yet tricky skincare complaint that can affect all skin types, often appearing across the nose, chin and even cheeks. But how can you help to minimise them effectively and prevent more from developing in the future? Follow our expert guide to help keep your pores clean, clear and blackhead free.

How to choose your daily serum

Serums are a big part of the SkinCeuticals range and can help you to achieve the results you desire –from ageing signs, to blemishes and discolouration. Here we take a look at how serums benefit the skin and the cult SkinCeuticals serums to invest in, differentiated by skin concern.

The different strengths of Retinol

If there is one ingredient to include in your anti-ageing skincare routine, it should be retinol. A derivative of vitamin A, retinol is clinically proven to do wonders to the skin – from promoting skin renewal, to brightening skin tone

What Are The Benefits Of A Vitamin C Serum?

Considered to be one of the most powerful and effective antioxidants, vitamin C provides advanced environmental protection and visible anti-ageing benefits such as reduction in the appearance of fine lines, wrinkles, and discolouration.

Salicylic Acid Explained

Salicylic acid is a naturally occurring component derived from many plants and has been used in medicine for thousands of years1. It is particularly abundant in the barks and leaves of willow trees, which were used as a form of pain relief by many ancient civilisations. Salicylic acid was first isolated in the early 1800s2.

10 Aug 2020

Tips For Achieving Youthful Skin Overnight

Youthful skin overnight? You may be sceptical and we’re certainly not promising how to get clear skin overnight and reverse time travel while you dream, but science is increasingly showing us why products for use during our hours of sleep should be different to those we use during the day. By Vivienne Parry

Antioxidants Explained

By Vivienne Parry

The benefits of hyaluronic acid serum for wrinkles

Hyaluronic acid is recognised as one of the most hydrating skincare ingredients in the world due to its unique capability of binding and retaining water in the skin. This makes it particularly effective at targeting ageing signs as it delivers moisture directly to the surface layer of the dermis, plumping and smoothing the appearance of fine lines, wrinkles and overall skin tone. Read on to discover more about this super-hydrating ingredient and the SkinCeuticals products that draw on its amazing benefits.