Vitamin B3, B5 and Hyaluronic Acid Hydrating Serum

Of the three serums let us start with the Vitamin B3, B5 and Hyaluronic Acid Hydrating Serum. This serum can be used morning and night and has an array of ingredients that are going to nourish and repair the skin. Dehydrated skin can cause an oil imbalance as your skin increases sebum production to help lock in moisture. We combat this by hydrating the skin with non-oily products full of ingredients that will repair the skin barrier and lock in moisture. Ingredients like 12% Niacinamide (Vitamin B3) which helps regulate oil production through the production of ceramides which create a strong skin barrier. Niacinamide is also anti-inflammatory which calms and soothes. Along with helping to produce ceramides we also include ceramides within our serum to help repair and protect the skin barrier, allowing it to better protect our skin from external aggressors such as pollutants that can increase congestion. Packed full of humectants to attract water, such as Hyaluronic Acid and Sodium PCA and Polyglutamic acid. As well as emollients to assist in retaining water within the skin including Vitamin B5 (Panthenol) and Glycerine. While some people who are breakout prone shy away from hydrating their skin as they feel dry skin means less oil, in fact it can mean the exact opposite as you body tries to compensate by producing too much, so always hydrate with our lightweight non-occlusive serum.

12% AHA BHA Exfoliating Serum

Next up for congestion, you cannot look past our 12% AHA BHA Exfoliating Serum. Formulated as a leave on serum with both Alpha Hydroxy Acids and Beta Hydroxy Acids to allow for both surface level exfoliation to aid in a smooth skin texture, as well as deeper exfoliation to reduce congestion within the pores. We have included a range of actives within this serum to achieve the most effective results. These include 5% Lactic Acid (an AHA) derived from milk, which removes dead skin cells from the surface, promoting cell turnover, creating a brighter appearance and refined texture. With 2% Mandelic Acid (an AHA), derived from almonds which allow for further exfoliation and cell turnover while being gentle on the skin thanks to its large molecular size. Then we add 2% Glycolic Acid (an AHA) derived from sugar cane which has a smaller molecular size which can exfoliate deeper into the skin. Glycolic acid also has antimicrobial properties which is great for acne prone skin. We include Salicylic Acid (a BHA) derived from willow trees, that works by dissolving keratin, a protein found within the skin that is often the cause of clogged pores. By working deep within the pores to help remove impurities and reduce the occurrence of blackheads and whitehead to promote clearer skin. It is also shown to reduce redness and inflammation. This serum is rounded off with Mushroom Extract (Polyporus Umbellatus) that has anti-bacterial activity against several strains of bacteria including acne causing bacteria. It also acts as an antioxidant to protect the skin and contains beta glucan for collagen production. This serum is the answer to your congestion prayers.

0.25% Encapsulated Retinol

The last of our trio is our 0.25% Encapsulated Retinol. Retinol is proven to improve cellular turnover while also stimulating fibroblasts to synthesise collagen to improve the strength of our skin. Our serum contains 0.25% Encapsulated Retinol. While some other serums boast a higher concentration of Retinol due to the stability created by encapsulating our retinol, it is better absorbed than unencapsulated retinol allowing it to reach deeper layers of the dermis to allow for incredible results all while minimising the risk of irritation. The retinol is working deep within to dermis to promote cellular turnover which minimises the opportunity for congestion. This serum is formulated to be well tolerated by all skin types with nourishing ingredients such as Aloe Vera Extract to calm, sooth and hydrate the skin, Willow Herb Extract that gently exfoliates, calms redness and reduces oiliness and Green Coffee Seed Extract to moisturise, soften and smooth the skin.

Retinol is often feared by individuals with breakout prone skin due to the dreaded purging that occurs when you introduce retinol into your skincare regime. This can discourage some from continuing with a retinol, but the purging should only last a couple of weeks and the benefits you see after this are well worth it. Purging occurs when retinol increases cell turnover, this removes dead skin cells and excess oils that clog pores. Because the retinol is bringing this to the skin’s surface you may experience short term breakouts. After this temporary flare up, you will then experience the benefits of retinol for reducing congestion