Are there really moisturisers out there that can influence our DNA? While the prospect may seem far fetched, millions of dollars invested into research and technology by beauty companies has made it possible. Rescu. investigates five moisturisers that will transform your skin and the technology behind how they do it.
Dr LeWinn’s Synergise Night Cream
What does it do?
This rich night cream will give you a proper understanding of the term ‘beauty sleep.’ It stimulates nightly skin cell renewal to reduce the appearance of wrinkles, so you will wake up to a youthful, glowing you.
Key Ingredients
The main ingredient used throughout Dr LeWinn’s Synergise range is Swiss Apple stem cells. While it may sound strange, they have proven regenerative properties which work with skin cells so they regenerate and therefore decrease the appearance of wrinkles. This night cream also utilises the anti-ageing super peptide, Matrixly 3000 and powerful anti-oxidants and multi-vitamins to nourish the skin.
Benefits
Moisturisers which give you radiant, youthful skin are fantastic, but only if you can afford them. Thanks to Dr LeWinn’s Synergise range, everyone can afford high quality, anti-ageing products that have real results.
RRP $39.95. Available exclusively from Coles.
The Purist Company Pure Therapy Intensive Moisture Repair Gel
What does it do?
For those with sensitive, dry skin, this Australian-made repair gel replenishes skins moisture with natural ingredients that are extremely low irritant. Those suffering from skin conditions such as Eczema and Psoriasis will notice their conditions dramatically diminishing as this moisturiser soothes and heals, leaving skin soft and hydrated almost immediately.
Key Ingredients
Pure Therapy uses a natural mix of cholesterol, essential fatty acids and ceramides to nurture and maintain the skins barrier function. To control the appearance of dry, flaky skin a unique blend of natural ingredients, including Collodial Oatmeal and Piroctone Olamine replenish and moisturise.
Benefits
By far the best thing about this soothing repair gel is the natural ingredients it uses. The Purist Company is an Australian company that, unlike larger beauty companies, haven’t sacrificed the quality of their product to make a profit. Irritated and itchy skin will be a thing of the past. This is a high quality, Aussie product that actually works.
15ml RRP $12.95, 50ml RRP $19.95. Available from July at select pharmacies or cal 1800 631 283 for stocklists.
Lancome Genifique Youth Activating Cream
What does it do?
Reviving the youthfulness of your skin, Genifique helps to stimulate the genes that play a key role in the production of the proteins, collagen and elastin, essential for skin firmness and fighting wrinkles.
Technology and Research
This skincare product was created through a combination of genomics, which studies the activity of genes, and proteomics, which evaluates the repercussions of protein syntheses on the skin’s surface. This research discovered a “youth” protein that is stimulated and increased by Genifique to give you envious, youthful skin.
Benefits
No wrinkles and firm skin! This product is an anti-ageing wonder that is used by women across the world. It also increases hydration and gives skin a beautiful luminosity.
RRP $145. Available from Myer, David Jones and selected pharmacies. Stocklists: 02 9931 8888.
DermaQuest Skin Therapy Retexture Serum
What does it do?
This is the answer for women who are showing signs of ageing but still have acne prone skin. The retexture serum cleans and clears skin, wiping away sun damage, wrinkles and acne.
Key Ingredients
Glycolic Acid penetrates and rejuvenates the skin, firming wrinkles while healing acne scars. This is combined with Retinol, an advanced form of vitamin A, which has anti-ageing and anti-acne properties. Then there is the essential hydrator, Sodium Hyaluronate, which plumps and smooths skin.
Benefits
The combination of both wrinkles and acne can be devastating to self-esteem, which is why this product is so fantastic. It stimulates collagen and elastic while preventing acne breakouts, so you can regain a smooth, clear complexion.
RRP $110. Available from selected beauty clinics nationally.
Avon Anew Reversalist Sterling Emulsion
What does it do?
This new product from Avon is an intense moisturising gel-cream that fights the signs of ageing and dryness while you sleep. Its powerful ingredients give a massive boost of moisture to skin and reduce the appearance of wrinkles.
Key Ingredients
The powerful combination of Sterling Polypeptide Complex and Activin Booster boost moisture levels and reduce the look of dry skin, discolourations and wrinkles.
Benefits
Just like we all want, this moisturiser works extremely quickly so you will see results almost immediately. Expect firmer skin and a noticeable fade in skin discolouration after two weeks.
RRP $59.99. Available through Avon representatives worldwide, if you don’t have an Avon representative call 1800 646 000.