SKINCARE TRENDS AUTUMN/WINTER 2017
SKINCARE TRENDS MIDOREXIA / PRO-AGE BEAUTY SLEEP MINIMAL MILLENIAL SUPERFOODS K-BEAUTY URBAN SHIELD
SKINCARE TRENDS MIDOREXIA / PRO-AGE
AGE IS JUST A NUMBER The 50 s are the new 30 s Instant results are desirable to meet the needs of this demographic SKINCARE TRENDS: MIDOREXIA
AGE IS JUST A NUMBER This demographic are willing to pay for premium products provided they deliver high impact results - substantiated data is a must! Common anti-aging claims: Surface & sub-surface hydration Anti-wrinkles / Anti-fine lines Overall skin texture smoothing Firming / Anti-sagging Age spot reduction Global Anti-Aging products offer multiple benefits SKINCARE TRENDS: MIDOREXIA
AGE IS JUST A NUMBER Global Anti-Aging Actives: Algisium C from Exsymol Silicon supplement for the skin: Increases skin cell proliferation Stimulates collagen production Preserves skin hydration Protects skin cells from free radicals IBR-Snowflake from IBR provides a new dimension and approach to antiaging. It addresses skin aging from various fronts which may result in wrinkles reduction, age spots reduction and the main signs of aging skin. SKINCARE TRENDS: MIDOREXIA
HYDRATION Hydrating products are very popular, and often include Hyaluronic Acid as it has a reputation with consumers for proven skin hydration Texture is often a watergel type, but can be an emulsion or bi-phase serum SKINCARE TRENDS: MIDOREXIA
HYDRATION AcquaBio from Chemyunion promotes biological hydration of the skin through a clever mechanism of water distribution, restoration of barrier and water retention in the dermis. Longlasting effects. Also stimulates the production of collagen, elastin and hyaluronic acid. Fision Hydrate from TRI-K delivers longlasting hydration and overall skin health. Improves hydration, supports barrier function and quenches skin's thirst for the ultimate reflection of wellness. D.S.H.C N from Exsymol is a skin restructuring active with excellent moisturizing properties, delivering intense and long lasting hydration. SKINCARE TRENDS: MIDOREXIA
ANTI-WRINKLE Anti-wrinkle products can be in cream or mask format, for day and/or night Can promise to smooth out or plump wrinkles Often claim Intensive Repair SKINCARE TRENDS: MIDOREXIA
ANTI-WRINKLE Filler type products offer nonsurgical alternative to wrinkle smoothing and can be applied directly to problem areas Epidermosil from Exsymol Provides dermal renewal, restructuration from fibroblast stimulation, optimized hyaluronic acid production, increasing hydration and acting as a good dermal filler for plump skin. SKINCARE TRENDS: MIDOREXIA
FIRMING These products claim to firm and lift the skin, sometimes targeting specific areas (jowls, neck, etc.) Revinage from Chemyunion is a Retinoidlike natural extract. Super critical fluid apolar extract of Bidens pilosa. Reduces wrinkles, improves skin elasticity. Skin visibly younger, luminous and firm. SKINCARE TRENDS: MIDOREXIA
AGE-SPOT REDUCTION Anti-hyperpigmentation products are increasingly popular as age-spots are a significant age indicator on both face and hands. IBR-Dormins are a range of natural aqueous extracts of Narcissus bulbs in their dormant stage. They offer multiple benefits including reduction of hyperpigmentation spots. SKINCARE TRENDS: MIDOREXIA
UNDER-EYE Often packaged in a special applicator with metallic roller ball Enables product to glide on easily across the eyelid and under eye area Gives instantly cooling and refreshing feeling Delivers actives to the specific area Can be tinted so it acts as a concealer as well SKINCARE TRENDS: MIDOREXIA
UNDER-EYE MeiYanoL from Exsymol is an antiinflammation and anti-oxidant active. Perfect for anti-eye bag formulations. 100% natural and highly substantiated. BioSkinUp Contour 3R from Chemyunion is a concentrated extract of Pfaffia paniculata, Ptychopetalum olacoides B. and Lilium candidum, a synergic blend standarized in saponins and flavonoids. Decreases under eye bags and puffiness. SKINCARE TRENDS: MIDOREXIA
SKINCARE TRENDS MINIMAL MILLENNIAL
#IWOKEUPLIKETHIS Less is more skin perfection Lighter foundations, sheerer lip glosses and new products to accentuate the bare look Neutralize is overtaking conceal as the buzzword for skin tone perfection Younger consumers want to flaunt perfect skin and truly achieve the #nomakeup look SKINCARE TRENDS: MILLENNIAL
#IWOKEUPLIKETHIS Millennial skincare is the first defence against a time-poor and party-hard lifestyle Stripped back and minimal style packaging is often desirable, with sustainable and green claims SKINCARE TRENDS: MILLENNIAL
#IWOKEUPLIKETHIS Wrinkle-blurring creams and serums can instantly give a camera filter effect Aurasphere N from Centerchem reflects light to give a temporarily smoother, more even skin surface and even improves uneven skin tone. Perfect for primers and alphabet creams. SKINCARE TRENDS: MILLENNIAL
SKINCARE TRENDS K-BEAUTY
K-BEAUTY RITUALS Multi-step layering rituals Creative & fun packaging Unusual textures (food-inspired / water-gels / cushion-feel) SKINCARE TRENDS: K-BEAUTY
K-BEAUTY RITUALS Novel applications: Transdermal patches and masks (slow release of actives to a specific area) Monodoses (measured dose of actives) SKINCARE TRENDS: K-BEAUTY
K-BEAUTY RITUALS Whitening and brightening are key in certain Asian markets We re increasingly seeing Radiance and Illuminating products here too in mass market and premium lines. SKINCARE TRENDS: K-BEAUTY
K-BEAUTY RITUALS Fision ActiveWhite from TRI-K evens skin tone for a healthier looking complexion. Visibly lightens skin in 4 weeks and reduces dull appearance for brighter skin. The IBR-Phyto(flu)ene range of colourless carotenoids contain natural UV-light induced fluorescent substances which deliver instant skin brightening, radiance & smoothness. Results show that study participants found their skin more resistant to sun damage and visually healthier. SKINCARE TRENDS: K-BEAUTY
SKINCARE TRENDS BEAUTY SLEEP
BEAUTY SLEEP Many night products are designed to support the skin s own specific circadian rhythm when cells generate most effectively and blood flows better (midnight 4am) Optimum time for skin cell regeneration, cell nutrition, toxin removal and natural skin exfoliation SKINCARE TRENDS: BEAUTY SLEEP
BEAUTY SLEEP Skin also needs a moisture boost during the night, when we often go for several hours without taking in extra hydration. SKINCARE TRENDS: BEAUTY SLEEP
BEAUTY SLEEP IBR-Dormin from IBR is a natural aqueous extract from Narcissus bulbs in their dormant stage, capable of slowing down cell proliferation, preserving cell youth capital and slowing down aging. IBR-Dormin captures and transforms flower bulbs' dormancy into beautiful and youthful skin. SKINCARE TRENDS: BEAUTY SLEEP
BEAUTY SLEEP Traditional exotic oils and butters to nourish the skin overnight (and also deliver anti-oxidant and other benefits) Examples: Marula, Baobab, Moringa, Rooibos, Shea, Argan Omega Plus from Chemyunion is a blend of Sunflower seed oil, corn oil, sesame oil, macadamia oil and olive oil. Vegetal source of essential fatty acids Omega 3,6,7 & 9, which protect, smooth and nourish the skin. SKINCARE TRENDS: BEAUTY SLEEP
SKINCARE TRENDS SUPER FOODS
SUPER-FOODS Feed your skin from inside with nourishing, hydrating and anti-oxidising food-derived natural actives SKINCARE TRENDS: SUPER-FOODS
SUPER-FOODS NaturePep Sacha Inchi from TRI-K is a natural peptide derived from the Peruvian Superfood. It can Sculpt & Define the skin, providing a restructuring, densifying, smoothening and anti-wrinkle effect on the skin. NaturePep Pea from TRI-K is a multi-functional skin correcting peptide to address dark spots, hyperpigmentation, and skin roughness. SKINCARE TRENDS: SUPER-FOODS
SKINCARE TRENDS URBAN SHIELD
URBAN SHIELD Pollution visually ages skin and contributes to hyperpigmentation, poor texture, dehydration, fine lines and wrinkles. SKINCARE TRENDS: PROTECTION
URBAN SHIELD Physavie from Chemyunion is a Corticoid-like anti-thermal ageing and collagen repair active. Extract of Physalis sp. provides protection against Infra-Red and collagen repair. Melscreen Buriti FG from Chemyunion is pure oil extracted from Buriti pulp, rich in carotenoids and tocopherols. Increases the elasticity and decreases dryness on solar exposed skins. SkinBlitz from Chemyunion provides a supreme defence against harmful polluting agents and ensures a healthier and reinvigorated skin. It is composed of polymeric networks of natural polysaccharides that act synergistically in reducing pollution permeation. SKINCARE TRENDS: PROTECTION
URBAN SHIELD IBR-Pristinizer from IBR is an aqueous extract of Asteriscus Graveolens - shielding the skin and its cells against pollution damage. PhytoVie Defense from TRI-K has the power to deliver superior protection from damage caused by aging pollutants and environmental aggressors. It forms a flexible and uniform film on the skin & showed a 32% improvement in protection from microparticles. Solexyl from Exsymol is a highly substantiated skincare and bodycare active which delivers protection from UV damage, antioxidation and reducing the effects of photo-aging. SKINCARE TRENDS: PROTECTION
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