WHAT’S NEXT FOR SKINCARE?
EMPHASIS ON DNA REPAIR “New scientific advances have clearly demonstrated that our body’s own DNA repair enzymes play a critical and final step in cell protection against oxidative stress,” says dermatologist Dr Katherine Armour. “Topically applied DNA repair enzymes enhance the body’s DNA repair process and prevent the accumulation of DNA lesions, which can cause cell death, cell mutation and skin cancer.”
Armour worked with fellow leading dermatologist Professor Greg Goodman to develop Bespoke Skin Technology, featuring a duo of products that focuses on DNA protection and repair. “Prevention is better than cure. If we can start early with DNA repair enzymes, we can ideally prevent damage from the sun and other environmental aggressors.” The stand-out Complete Daily Armour is also packed with zinc, niacinamide and vitamin D, among other actives.
For a once-a-week treatment, opt for DNA Renewal’s DNA Restoring Mask, formulated by Dr Ronald Moy, a California-based dermatologist and cosmetic surgeon and pioneer in the study of DNA repair. This mask uses enzymes plus vitamins E and C to boost cellular renewal, maximising the correction of sun damage.
1. Complete Daily Armour, $240, BESPOKE SKIN TECHNOLOGY, bespokeskintechnology.com 2. DNA Restoring Mask, $89, DNA RENEWAL, dnarenewal.com.au
GETTING PERSONAL Forget monogramming everything you own – a bespoke serum is the new luxury. Personalised plasma-laced creams are the main attraction at Sturm’s German office, but you don’t need a European holiday (or blood draw) to benefit from a tailored approach. Dermaviduals’ philosophy is grounded in no two complexions being the same (including your own from season to season), so it creates unique formulations blended to individualised needs. “There should never be a one-size-fits-all mentality for skincare solutions,” says Vescio. “We offer a fully customised skincare range based on the principles of corneotherapy and specifically
target maintenance of the natural skin barrier and prevention of premature ageing.” A visit to one of Dermaviduals’ clinics will include a comprehensive skin analysis, which results in a corresponding product line-up including cleanser, treatment tonic and moisturiser that have been “individually compounded for your skin,” explains Vescio.
3. Bespoke serum, from $135, DERMAVIDUALS, dermaviduals.com.au
THE FUTURE IS FERMENTED In just a few years, kombucha has gone from something your crazy aunt made in her garage to a cafe mainstay. And its addition to beauty products further reiterates the precious balance between good bacteria and happy, healthy skin. “Adding fermented ingredients boosts free radical protection,” says Lev Glazman, co-founder of Fresh skincare. “As the barrier becomes stronger, the skin creates natural defences against pollution.”
Probiotics are even making their way into toothpaste, working to boost the good bacteria that gets killed by fluoride.
4. Acai + Kombucha Oil-free Moisturizer, $29.99, ANDALOU NATURALS, priceline.com.au 5. Black Tea Kombucha Facial Treatment Essence, $96, FRESH, sephora.com.au 6. Fermentation Eye Cream, $34.95, BENTON, stylestory.com.au 7. Probiotic Toothpaste, $9.99, YUNNAN BAIYAO, yunnanbaiyao.com.au