facetheory Regena-C Moisturiser M4 - Retinol Cream, Made with Retinol, Hyaluronic Acid, Vitamin E, Anti Aging Face Cream, Vegan and Cruelty-Free, Made in the UK | Scented | 50 ml

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SAP (the vit C derivative, not the enterprise software, obvs) is a promising derivative that has great stability up to pH 7. The challenge with it thoughis skin penetration. Unfortunately, it seems to be limited, or to quote a great article from theJournal of Cosmetic Dermatology "topically applied ascorbyl phosphate salts are, at very best, poorly absorbed in comparison with AA". Regarding conversion to AA, there seems to be no data about it, so we can neither deny nor confirm it. Hello lovelies! I'm looking for people who have used Facetheory products and their thoughts on them, or those who have researched them and have opinions.

Shea butter emolliates and provides a quercetin boost. Argan oil contains omega acids to nourish dry skin. Facetheory is 100% vegan and 100% cruelty-free. None of their ingredients are tested on animals, finished products are not tested on animals, and they don’t sell to markets that require animal testing. Finally, no Facetheory ingredients are animal-derived. Where does Facetheory ship from? Apply any serums or targeted treatments recommended for your specific skincare concerns. Generally, apply a small amount to your fingertips and gently massage it into your skin until fully absorbed. And there is even more regarding SAP and acne. A nice double-blind study from 2009 showed that 5% SAP reduced the inflammatory lesions by 20.14% and 48.82% within 4 and 8 weeks respectively and when combined with 0.2% retinol the results were even better. With this combination treatment, the improvement was 29.28% after 4 weeks and 63.10% after 8 weeks of application. Not going to lie, after reading all that I was very excited to try it and maybe even a little bit scared!In regards to the 3 magic ingredients: Retinol, Vitamin C and Hyaluronic Acid– I didn’t notice a difference at all. After over a months use, I don’t think my skin seemed brighter or more plump/smoother. It’s definitely moisturised but I didn’t notice any added extras. Is it worth the price? We have better news regarding the three magic abilities of vitamin C: there is in-vivo (tested on real people) data showing that SAP does have photo-protective (aka antioxidant) properties, though less than pure AA. SAP might also aid collagen boosting;in-vitro (made in the lab) data shows that it works, but is less effective than another vitamin C derivative, called MAP (that seems to be as effective as pure AA). As for skin-brightening, there is a trade publication with in-vivo data showing that SAP can fade brown spots. If you use a toner, apply it after cleansing. Use a cotton pad or your hands to gently pat the toner onto your face as this helps balance the skin’s pH level and prepares it for subsequent product absorption. Basically I've only really recently started to understand skincare properly. I have always moisturised my face and now at the age of 26, I am starting to appreciate the importance of skincare a lot more.

Personalized skincare: Facetheory offers personalized skincare products based on your skin type, concerns, and goals. They provide an online skin quiz that helps determine the right products for your specific needs, ensuring a tailored skincare routine. Is an easily absorbed retinol cream formulated to protect against environmental damage and encourage skin-cell renewal. Facetheory products include a range of ingredients that cater to different skincare concerns. While the specific ingredients can vary based on the product and its intended purpose, here are some common main ingredients found in Facetheory products: The Tamanu Oi l soothes and softens your skin and it has a mild, nutty smell. It works well on dry skin, scars, or stretch marks, and it can be used to treat eczema and rosacea. It also works well as an after-sun oil. Free of parabens, silicones, PEGs, SLS, SLES, and mineral oils. Vegan and cruelty-free. Made in the UK.A skin-refreshing moisturiser containing 3% encapsulated retinoid cream to combat fine lines, wrinkles, blemishes, acne scars and hyperpigmentation. Do not use if under the age of 18 or if breastfeeding, pregnant or trying to get pregnant. Seek advice from your doctor. Customers were impressed with the quality of the product and how it helped with their scars, dry skin, and mild acne. Some customers loved the light nutty smell, while others thought it smelled more like puréed broccoli. Another thing SAP might be able to do is to help with acne. A 2005 study showed in vitro (in test tubes) that 1% SAP has a strong antimicrobial activity on evil acne causing P. acnes and it also showed in vivo (on real people) that 5% SAP can strongly improvethe inflammatory and non-inflammatory lesions of acne vulgaris. In fact, the results were comparable or even slightly better than with 5% benzoyl peroxide.

Retinol: Retinol is a form of vitamin A that aids in reducing the appearance of fine lines, wrinkles, and hyperpigmentation. It helps promote skin cell turnover and renewal. Yes, Facetheory is appropriate for acne prone skin. A selection of their products use jojoba oil for face acne, and some products use argan oil for acne. Jojoba oil has anti-inflammatory properties that help treat acne. Argan oil regulates the amount of sebum in your skin and is used to treat different types of acne. Is Facetheory vegan and cruelty free? Retinol targets fine lines and blemishes by expediting cell turnover. Encapsulation protects the retinol and enables it to penetrate deeper into the epidermis. As we wrote in our lengthy retinol description the problem is that the conversion is not terriblyeffective. The evidence that RP is still an effective anti-aging ingredient is not very strong, in fact, it's weak. Dr. Leslie Baumann in her fantastic Cosmetic Dermatologybook writes that RP is topically ineffective.Shea Butter: Shea butter is a rich moisturizer that nourishes and protects the skin. It helps retain moisture and improves skin elasticity. Retinol targets fine lines and blemishes. Vitamins C and E help to combat hyperpigmentation and shield against free radicals. Natural Vitamin E: a fat-soluble vitamin that helps hydrate your skin. It also fights toxins and reduces UV damage.