Our skin is comprised of lots of different layers, and your skin barrier is the outermost of them all. A healthy skin barrier seels in the good stuff like natural oils, hydration, and moisture and on the other hand it´s keeping bad things out like irritants in the environment.
“Signs of a damages skin barrier can be: redness, scaly skin, tightness and irritation, sensitive or inflamed areas or eczema.” Dr. Timm Golueke
There are many reasons that can lead to a damaged skin barrier, e.g. cold or hot weather, over exfoliation, using to many active ingredients or sun damage.
HEAL WITH ANTIOXIDANTS
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HYDRATE CONTINUOUSLY
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REDUCE INFLAMMATION
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…. AND ALWAYS USE A SUNSCREEN!
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A synthetic derivative of the amino acid lysine and a recognized for its ability to brighten skin complexion and improve the appearance of discoloration.
“One of my favorite ingredients: it pairs beautifully with other brightening and skin-repairing saviors like vitamin C or Niacinamide and your favorite SPF as it will help prevent damage and discoloration.” Dr. Timm Golueke
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]]>A pea-size amount is all you need for both eyes. Use your ring finger since it naturally has the lightest touch. You don’t want to put too much pressure on the skin.
To apply, start at the inner corner underneath your eye, applying small dots in a semi-circle up to your brow bone. Gently tap in that semi-circle pattern to stimulate circulation until the product is fully absorbed.
After applying your eye cream, wait about 60 seconds before applying makeup or other skin care products.
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“When it comes to avoiding hyperpigmentation exacerbated by sun exposure, prevention is key. Use a SPF 50 daily and don´t forget your neck and ears!” Dr.Timm Golueke
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Antioxidants are blocking free radicals that cause oxidative stress to the skin. Focus on products loaded with antioxidants such as vitamin A, C, or E which can help repair damaged skin cells and even out skin tone.
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To make your dark spots fade, exfoliating is key. Our essence works deep within the skin's layers to remove dead skin cells, increase cell turnover, lighten dark spots, and brighten up the skin's complexion.
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]]>“Pollution can cause chronic inflammation. This stimulates melanocytes, giving you unwanted pigmentation.” Dr. Timm Golueke
"The effects of the sun: the barrier function of the epidermis has been compromised and is leaking moisture.” Dr. Timm Golueke
We know how important SPF is and that we should stay as often as possible in the shade. But did you know that free radicals continue to do damage hours after sun exposure, so applying after-sun products at night is a great idea.
Here are our favorites:
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Free radicals continue to do damage hours after sun exposure, so applying antioxidants in the evening is key.
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Between each step of your evening routine you can mist your skin for extra hydration and better absorption of you products.
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Apply the mask best out of the fridge and leave it on overnight.
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For maximum absorption be sure to wash your face properly before applying your serum.
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Moist skin is 10 times more permeable than dry skin, so apply serum to damp skin for deep absorption.
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Press serum into skin with an open palm instead of fingertips to release active ingredients.
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Allow serums to fully absorb, apply and wait 5 minutes before moisturizing.
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Use a mild cleanser that hydrates your skin as well to have the perfect prep for the day.
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Antioxidants are your super weapon against free radicals, which makes your skin age. Make sure to apply them in the morning time before stepping outside.
As a dermatologist founded brand we can recommend you enough using a SPF 50. Apply it at least 15 minutes before stepping into the sun and reapply throughout the day, especially after swimming and sweating.
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It is super important to keep your skin hydrated and adding antioxidants throughout the day. This handy mist is the perfect refreshment and protection and your next star on the poolside.
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Here come the ultimate hacks:
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The facial cleanser is also ideal for shaving. Fern extracts prevent inflammation, hyaluronic acid nourishes and cucumber extract cools.
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Our mask is perfect as a lip care as well. It is best to apply a layer overnight on and especially around your lips. The next day, fine lines are diminished and the lips are looking plumped.
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The perfect treatment, not only for your face. If you tend to have dry skin, for example on the upper arms or knees, apply the Essence to these areas and gently pat it in.
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“Improve your skin’s hydration is to layer one or two face mist treatments between your skincare measures. With each move, with the product you put on top, you seal in the moisture. The result is a plumper, dewier-looking skin.” Dr. Timm Golueke
Face Mist is an easy way to revive your makeup without having to wash your face and start all over again when you’re heading from the office to a after work party. Spray the mist on your face, and then, if necessary, use your fingertips or a brush to re-mix.
Sometimes a consistency doesn´t work for you. It is perhaps too thick, the texture is too heavy, or the coverage level is too heavy. With a face mist you can dilute a cream into a lotion or thinning a foundation into a pure tint.
“A face mist can help reduce redness, soothe irritation and replenish lost moisture if your skin is prone to sensitivity. Focus on anti-inflammatory ingredients like fern, centella asiatica or butterfly ginger.” Dr. Timm Golueke
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PGA is an amino acid. Polyglutamic acid is created when lots of glutamic acid molecules are linked together.
"The aging process involves the loss of hyaluronic acid in the skin, which is broken down by an enzyme called hyaluronidase. Products that contain PGA help to inhibit the action of hyaluronidase, resulting in more hyaluronic acid in the skin, which leads to a more youthful appearance" Dr. Timm Golueke
You can use PGA morning and night. It works nicely with other skincare ingredients, especially hyaluronic acid and vitamin C.
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“Niacinamide is one of the most potent anti-inflammatories in skincare. It can suppress the skin’s inflammatory response to calm red and sore imperfections.” Dr. Timm Golueke
Every skin type can benefit from making niacinamide a mainstay in their routines; after all, it does everything from taking inflammation down to helping to control excess oil.
Apply your niacinamide before you apply your moisturiser, so that it can successfully penetrate the skin.
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“For ingredients to absorb properly, you need clean skin that’s totally free of oil and grime.”
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“An essence is a key post-cleanse step that not only nourishes, smoothes and pH balances your skin, but also makes every following product even more effective.”
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“Never skip a serum in your routine. They contain extremely concentrated nutrients, hydrators, and antioxidants that really amp up your skin health."
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“An eye cream can rejuvenate skin and lessen the appearance of dark circles and puffiness, prep skin for makeup, and strengthen and protect the under-eye area.”
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]]>“A moisturizer not only infuses your skin with hydration but also helps trap in all the products underneath it to make the ingredients even more effective. And don´t forget your SPF during the day!”
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“Studies have shown that green tea helps protect against UV radiation, reduce inflammation, and even reduce sebum production.”
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“Chlorophyll can visibly reduce the appearance of dark spots, fine lines, and wrinkles, which are often the result of sun damage.”
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“Because the molecules in gluconolactone are larger than other acids, they don't penetrate the skin as deeply, which lessens the likelihood of redness and flaking after use.”
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“This ingredient has been seen to improve wrinkles, texture, skin elasticity, and hyper-pigmentation. It is also supportive of the skin barrier, helping to moderate oil production, and thereby refining the appearance of pores.”
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The candle will create the perfect atmosphere at home with a sensual scent.
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Prepare your skin with a perfect cleanse. Try to clean your skin for 60 seconds and focus on your breathe for instant relaxation.
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Masking is the ultimate selfcare moment. You not only take care on your skin but you will have as well 20 minutes or more to focus on yourself.
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The perfect base for your makeup is an ampoule that will lit your skin from within.
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As the temperature rises, your skin will no longer require as much moisture. Warmer weather encourages your skin to produce more natural oils. So, instead of using thick and heavy cleansers, use a mild and light cleanser as a first step.
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It's important to keep exfoliating even during spring. Because the cold winter air may have left your skin dry and rough, it's critical to remove the dead skin layers to get your glow back!
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Swap to lighter serums that are packed with anti-oxidants as you will spend more time outside.
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It's best to switch to a lighter moisturiser formula as the seasons change.Thicker moisturisers can make your skin too oily and cause breakouts in the spring and summer months.
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As itching increases, we tend to respond by scratching. Scratching then causes irritation that results in even more itching, turning into a seemingly neverending cycle of itching and scratching.
The solution can be so simple and leads us to one of our New Year´s resolutions: treating our scalp like our skin.
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“The scalp serum contains hyaluronic acid to moisture the skin as well as clary and cinnamon to soothe dry skin and lessen dandruff. As an extra bonus the serum promotes hair growth as well. You can use the serum daily mornings or evenings.” Dr. Timm Golueke
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LACTIC ACID
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“Lactic acid is one of the gentler alpha hydroxy acids, but it’s just as effective: It dissolves the glue holding dead skin cells together and that leads to an enhanced glow, even out skin tone, and smooth texture.” Dr. Timm Golueke
RIBOFLAVIN
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“Resveratrol has calming effect, thanks to its anti-inflammatory properties. It’s also an antioxidant and can actually help repair damage racked up during the day as well as defend skin against free radicals.” Dr. Timm Golueke
CHLOROPHYLL
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“Chlorophyll is a powerful antioxidant with both anti-inflammatory and anti-bacterial properties providing excellent health benefits for your skin. It helps against enlarged pores and impurities. Additionally, it inhibits the breakdown of collagen.” Dr. Timm Golueke
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A sensual and invigorating scented candle reminiscent of the clear air of the forest and the fresh & evergreen ferns. Breathe deeply to reduce stress and unwind from the day.
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Nothing boosts our confidence, or mood, like a good hair day. Use the serum daily to promote hair growth and more volume.
After a challenging day it is time for some selfcare. This mask contains chlorophyll & the patented Royal Fern Complex that provides your skin with plenty of hydration while also brightening and regenerating.
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Vitamin C is a powerful antioxidant, that keeps your skin looking firm and healthy.
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Niacinamide fortifies the skin’s natural barrier and can be a great problem solver for sensitive skin types.
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Hyaluronic Acid locks in moisture and improves texture, creating a protective barrier for the skin for a plumper, more supple (and therefore wrinkle-less) appearance.
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Exfoliation is key. Both ingredients helping the skin to appear brighter and smoother while ensuring better penetration of effective skincare ingredients.
The good news is that you don’t need a ton of products in your men cabinet but a simple preventive routine will help maintain a youthful looking complexion, therefore using a SPF is a must in every age. As soon as you start experiencing signs of aging, it is time to start stepping up your routine with good anti-aging ingredients like Retinol.
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Rely on collagen-stimulating ingredients that'll give kick your skin cells into gear produce more of the stuff on its own.
“Collagen is the foundation of healthy & youthful skin.” Dr. Timm Golueke
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Using these ingredients regularly will gradually help your skin become better at producing collagen on its own. These acids cause an intrinsic cellular mechanism to trigger and cause skin cells to think the skin is damaged, therefore more collagen will be produced.
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Vitamin C does stimulates collagen production. It plays an essential role in collagen synthesis – a complex set of chemical reactions in the body that are necessary to produce collagen.
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Niacinamide skin health benefits also include a boost in the production of collagen because it inhibits protein glycation effectively reducing deposition of cross-linked collagen and elastin molecules in the skin.
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“Dampen your skin with either a face mist or even simple tap water in between each layer to seal the moisture for a longer period of time.”
Dr. Timm Golueke
Start with cleansing your face with a gentle moisturising cleanser.
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Dampen you skin with water.
Before your skin is completely absorbed into your skin, apply a couple of drops of your serum and massage it into your skin.
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Dampen your skin again.
Apply your moisturizer for hydrated and bouncy skin.
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This technique works miracles on dry and dehydrated skin especially now during the colder months.
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Alpha-tocypherol (the form of Vitamin E humans can metabolize) is typically produced synthetically.
“Vitamin E has long been incorporated into skincare products. It has hydrating, antioxidant, and protective benefits.” Dr. Timm Golueke
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With the right skincare you will never have to use an highligter again.
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“Cleansing your face (with your fingers) for 60 seconds allows the ingredients in the cleanser to work better. 60 seconds of cleansing softens the skin and dissolves sebum blockages better. Texture and overall evenness improve.” Dr. Timm Golueke
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For radiant skin, exfoliation is key. Our powerful packed essence will give you an immediate glow without drying out your skin.
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“Niacinamide "talks" to different skin cell types and encourages them to create new, fresh and healthy cells that ultimately look younger & glowing.” Dr. Timm Golueke
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You can’t make glass skin happen if you have a dry under eye area. So adding an eye cream is essential.
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“By adding a mask, you seal in all the ingredients you´ve applied before. Our mask can be used instead of a cream and will give you extra radiance.” Dr. Timm Golueke
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Summer is over and temperatures start to dip. Now it’s time to swap out your summer staples for richer options. Come fall, it’s not just your wardrobe that needs updating—your skin care requires a makeover, too.
“Cooler, drier air generally leads to drier skin because of limited humidity, so use products that maintain moisture and protect the skin’s barrier to minimize irritations.” Dr. Timm Golueke
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“It´s best to use a cleanser that also moisturizes your skin. Our cleansing balm contains hyaluronic acid and soothing cucumber to treat your skin already in the first step of your routine.”
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“Using an ampoule which contains actives that get into the skin more potently before your cream, takes your hydration game to another level.”
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“If you feel that your summer moisturizer isn’t enough, switch to the richer version. Thicker products lock in more moisture which is perfect for colder temperatures.”
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“Antioxidants have the great ability to protect the skin against damage caused by free radicals.” Dr. Timm Golueke
Everyone loves antioxidants, they are easy to incooperate and besides SPF they can really make a difference in protecting our skin from aging.
But did you know that there are so many antioxidants to choose one? Implement at least one of them into your routine depending on your skin type or current skin needs.
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PERFECT AGAINST:
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“Caffeine boosts blood circulation, helping to deliver nutrients to the hair follicles and scalp for stronger hair growth. Additionally, it works as an anti-oxidant for your hair as well and protects against free-radicals.” Dr. Timm Golueke
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Our founder Dr. Timm Golueke tells us what to do.
“If you’re really wanting your tan to last then exfoliating is important. Dead skin cells that sit on the surface of your skin and can cause dullness. Gently exfoliation shows your sun-kissed tan underneath.”
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“Always keep you skin extra moisturized to prevent your skin from peeling.”
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“Niacinamide, Fern Extracts and Asian Lizard's Tail are providing an instant glow and prevent hyperpigmentation from tanning.”[product]illuminating-ampoules[product]
“For an intensive overnight treatment, I recommend our mask, it gives you a balanced complexion and makes your tan lasts longer.”
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