It can be used in many types of formulations as it has great thermal stability (can be heated up to 85°C) and works on a wide range of pH levels (ph 3-10). I believe they were already selling a couple of routine essentials beforehand – like their Purifying Cleansing Gel and Ultralight Recovery Moisturiser – but these have since been discontinued. This is a chemical formula that has six UV filters: Octocrylene, Avobenzone, Ethylhexyl Salicylate, Ensulizole, Tinosorb S and Uvinul T 150.

This moisturizer provides effective, oil-free hydration without a greasy feel, it also smooths and helps improve skin texture. An emollient and natural moisturizer that can be found also in the sebum (oily stuff our skin produces). Once you add water, this cleanser then transforms into a milk that easily washes off without leaving any residue behind. HA is famous for its crazy water holding capacity as it can bind up to 1000 times its own weight in water.I have applied this after Soolantra (waiting the half an hour for the Soolantra to dry), and found it is pleasant to apply and soothing. Liyya prides herself on ensuring her team deliver exceptional patient care at all times and works hard to consistently improve the service we offer at Dermatica. Superintendent pharmacist and head of manufacturing, Avnish Patel has over eleven years of experience as a registered pharmacist and holds a PhD from the UCL School of Pharmacy. Panthenol (also referred to as pro-vitamin B5) is a common ingredient that helps hydrate and soothe the skin. The BeautyBrains blog made a fantastic article about ceramides and they have listed a couple of examples about studies showing that ceramides - especially when used in certain ratios with cholesterol and fatty acids - do hydrate the skin and can help to repair the skin barrier.

Committed to providing excellent skincare recommendations and personalised advice to patients, one of Ghalia’s priorities is to ensure all her patients receive the most suitable treatment for their skin concerns. You'll usually see it at the top of ingredient lists, meaning that it makes up the largest part of the product.

For example, in case of AHA or BHA exfoliants, the right pH is super-duper important, and pH adjusters like sodium hydroxide are needed. Evidence-based ingredients – Our formulas are made with effective science-backed actives that are gentle on your skin. But you can also use these as stand-alone products too, you don’t need a Dermatica subscription to get involved! I used to think acne was just something teenagers dealt with, but when I hit 30, I started getting it despite having clear skin throughout my teens. The vitamin B5 in this formula comes from panthenol which is a humectant (just like hyaluronic acid).

Dermatica says you can use this before your personalised formula but I prefer the Nourishing Ceramide + Peptide Moisturiser for this purpose. On nights when I’m not using my personalised retinoid treatment, Dermatica’s azelaic acid cream has become my new best friend. You might experience some tingling to start off with (as is the case with most azelaic acid products) but your skin will quickly get used to it! Another advantage of squalane is that it is pretty much compatible with all skin types and skin conditions.

This sunscreen also contains like like glycerin and panthenol to soothe and moisturise the skin, as well as vitamin E which helps fight off free radicals. While pure shea butter is a rich emollient that might feel greasy on the skin, this one is designed for its light, silky-soft feeling. Your skin uses Vitamin C to produce collagen and collagen production plays a role in having a strong skin barrier and plump skin. Also, as things change with your skin, so does your treatment so it’s always a good idea to keep your profile updated, which Dermatica do prompt you to do with regular check-ins so that your formula is relevant to you and your skin.