Your common questions on SkinCeutical's new anti-aging serum, answered.
When it comes to visibly reversing the signs of time, few products blend innovation and elegance quite like SkinCeuticals’ A.G.E. Interrupter Ultra Serum. Crafted to address the loss of elasticity, firmness, and radiance, this concentrated formula is the answer to one of skin’s most complex concerns: glycation. In this FAQ, we explore the science behind the serum, how to incorporate it into your ritual, and why it’s becoming a staple in high-performance skincare routines.
What does A.G.E. Interrupter Ultra Serum do?
A.G.E. Interrupter Ultra Serum visibly lifts and tightens 4 key facial and neck areas. It is clinically proven to reduce fine lines, wrinkles and noticeable signs of aging including those linked to Advanced Glycation End-Products (A.G.E.), which occurs when sugar molecules bind to collagen resulting in loss of elasticity.
How long before A.G.E. Interrupter Ultra Serum shows visible results?
A.G.E. Interrupted Ultra serum instantly hydrates skin, and has been tested to deliver clinical anti-aging results after consistent use for at least 4 weeks.
Can A.G.E. Interrupter Ultra Serum be used every day?
Yes, it is recommended that A.G.E. Interrupter Ultra Serum be used twice daily, morning and night.
How do skin-tightening serums work?
Skin-tightening serums, such as A.G.E. Interrupter Ultra Serum, help reverse the visible signs of aging associated with glycation, a process where sugar molecules bind to collagen fibres in the skin, weakening them and making the skin more susceptible to fine lines and wrinkles. Double-patented A.G.E. Serum technology supports collagen synthesis to maintain the skin’s firmness and elasticity for a lifted look on key areas.
Can I use A.G.E. Interrupter Ultra Serum with retinol?
Yes, you can use a lifting serum like A.G.E. Interrupter Ultra Serum with formulas containing retinol. It is recommended that A.G.E. Interrupter Ultra Serum be applied at night after a retinol formula.
Can I use A.G.E. Interrupter Ultra Serum with hyaluronic acid?
Yes, you can use A.G.E. Interrupter Ultra Serum with formulas containing hyaluronic acid. It works synergistically with hyaluronic acid in lifting and volumizing.
Can I use A.G.E. Interrupter Ultra Serum with vitamin C?
The new champion for superior skin lifting and tightening.
We’re thrilled to unveil the latest anti-aging innovation from SkinCeuticals, delivering sculpted facial definition: A.G.E. Interrupter Ultra Serum.
This multi-patented skin-lifting serum increases collagen in all layers of the skin to visibly rejuvenate and tighten key areas, including the neck, jaw line, cheeks and forehead, for a more visibly sculpted appearance.
KEY BENEFITS
– Intensely moisturizes skin for 24h and strengthens skin barrier
– Visibly lifts the skin in just 1 month and visibly improves multiple signs of aging, such as wrinkles, fine lines, and sagging
– Physician-tested to complement lifting ultrasound treatments and suitable for all skin types and tones, even sensitive skin
– Made with a luxurious galenic texture, creating an elegant sensory experience
– Lightweight and layers readily after the morning antioxidant serum, or before emollient night creams
ACTIVE INGREDIENTS
30% Proxylane™
Helps support skin’s integrity to visibly retighten skin
4.6% Wild Fruit Flavonoids
Helps protect against free radical damage
0.1% Rhamnose
Known to boost skin’s integrity to enhance elasticity
0.5% Gentiana Lutea Root Extract
A powerful antioxidant to help support the collagen in the skin
VISIBLE RESULTS: 12-WEEK CLINICAL STUDY
In 1 use:
Skin is hydrated with +73% moisture after 1 hour. Skin barrier is strengthened after 4 hours.
In 12 weeks:
4 key areas are visibly retightened for a visibly sculpted appearance: neck, jawline, cheeks, and forehead. Elasticity and firmness are visibly improved. Skin looks +40% smoother, wrinkles are reduced by up to 27%, skin is lifted by up to 18%.
Clinically tested on all skin tones and types. Physician-tested to complement lifting ultrasound treatments.
Protocol: A 12-week, single center clinical study was conducted on 76 Canadian multi-ethical females, age from 35 to 65 years old, skin types (normal, oily, dry, and combination, at least 10% for each type), 50% self-declared sensitive skin, having self-perceived skin concerns such as rough skin; fine lines/wrinkles; visible pores; lack of plumpness/elasticity/suppleness; sagging skin/lack of firmness.
HOW TO APPLY
1. Prep + Dispense
Once or twice daily, apply 4-6 drops of A.G.E. Interrupter Ultra Serum to the palm of the hand and dab onto forehead, cheeks, chin, and neck.
2. Apply + Complete
Blend the serum into the skin. If using in the morning, apply after a SkinCeuticals vitamin C serum and before a SkinCeuticals moisturizer and sunscreen.
THE NIGHT ROUTINE
STEP 1: PREVENT Resveratrol B E
A concentrated night treatment with pure antioxidant-rich resveratrol to reveal visible radiance and firmness.
STEP 2: CORRECT A.G.E. Interrupter Ultra Serum
A multi-patented lifting serum that visibly tightens skin from neck to face and reduces wrinkles.
STEP 3: CORRECT A.G.E. Advanced Eye
An anti-aging eye cream that reduces the appearance of crow’s feet, puffiness, and dark circles after just one application.
Vitamin A: The gold standard in professional skincare.
Retinol, a powerhouse ingredient in the skincare world, has been making waves for decades. But what exactly is retinol and how to best use it? We’ll explore how to harness its power and introduce you to Environ’s two new retinol additions to their Focus Care Youth+® Range.
What Is Retinol?
From a chemical point of view, retinol is accepted as the basic form of vitamin A, because it is the smallest molecule of vitamin A and metabolizes into retinyl esters, retinaldehyde and, eventually, retinoic acid.
If you are looking for the following improvement to your skin overall healthier-looking skin, retinol might be for you:
– overall healthier-looking skin
– resilient skin
– improved appearance and texture of photo-aged skin
– improvement in blemish-prone areas
– a more even skin tone
Environ’s Decades-Long Research
For more than 40 years, it’s been Dr Des Fernandes’ life’s work researching vitamin A’s impact on skin health, expanding the intricate understanding of what happens to skin biologically and chronologically through life.
Science proves that the biological age of skin is vitally dependant on maximizing vitamin A micronutrition. The solid base of research supports Environ’s skincare philosophy and vitamin A as the key driver of skin longevity.
Dr Des Fernandes, Founder of Environ and world-leading Plastic Surgeon explains:
“The root cause of unhealthy skin is a vitamin A deficiency. Vitamin A is the normalizer of skin cell activity, which is why it is the cornerstone ingredient in our professional skincare philosophy. Cellular ageing is not fixed to the pace of chronological time – it can be sped up and slowed down. All the information needed to prolong the health span of skin lies within our skin cells, and where the skin can do the job itself, Environ doesn’t reinvent the wheel. Our unique algorithm supports the skin’s natural processes to achieve the desired result.”
New Environ Retinol Serums
Environ’s two new intensifying Retinol Serums are recommended as add-on boosters to daily vitamin A topical replenishment, introduced when the skin is acclimated to medium or high concentrations of vitamin A.
These fragrance-free serums are clinically proven to improve the appearance of wrinkles, firmness, elasticity, hydration, skin tone and texture, working synergistically with the skin’s natural processes to affect a safe, effective, and balanced range of natural retinoic acid stimulation.
The new formulations intelligently combine retinol plus other retinoid forms to optimize the effects of natural retinoic acid on youthful cellular behaviour. Potent antioxidants assist in diminishing the effects of oxidative stress. Additional specialized boosters promote natural moisturizing properties and skin barrier resilience.
Focus Care Youth+ Tri-Retinoid Complex Retinol Serum ENVIRON
Environ’s Retinol Serum booster advances the skin benefits of vitamin A micronutrition to promote skin longevity and overall youthful radiance. Retinol Serum combines retinol with 2 other retinoid forms, plus added antioxidants and barrier-boosting ingredients to advance the skin’s protection against oxidative stress and barrier resilience.
This light, quick-absorbing serum contains a tri-retinoid complex: Retinyl Palmitate, Retinyl Propionate, and Retinol in a stable colloidal serum concentrate.
Focus Care Youth+ Tri-Retinoid Complex Retinol Serum Forte ENVIRON
Retinol Serum Forte is a step-up retinol booster to be introduced when skin is comfortable with Environ’s Retinol Serum. This serum intensifies the benefits of vitamin A micronutrition for the skin with additional phyto-retinol boosters; Revinage® and NovoRetin™. These specialized ingredients assist to further promote overall skin longevity and youthfulness.
This light, quick-absorbing serum contains a tri-retinoid complex: Retinyl Palmitate, Retinyl Propionate, and Retinol in a stable colloidal serum concentrate with the addition of the retinoid effect boosters Revinage® and NovoRetin™.
Ingredient Science
The New Tri-Retonoid Complex Retinol Serum and Retinol Serum Forte’s powerful formulation include:
Key Vitamin A Molecules – Tri-Retinoid – Glycine Soya (Soybean) Oil, Retinol (Retinol) – vitamin A – Retinyl Palmitate, Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seed Oil, Tocopherol (Retinyl Palmitate) – vitamin A – Retinyl Propionate, BHT (Retinyl Propionate) – vitamin A
Serum Forte additionally contains the following Retinoid Effect Boosters: – Elaeis Guineensis (Palm) Oil (Revinage®) – plant-based alternative to retinol – Aqua/Water, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Pentylene Glycol, Pistacia Lentiscus (Mastic) Gum, Lecithin, Glyceryl Caprylate/Caprate (NovoRetin™) – boost naturally occurring retinoic acid in the skin
How to Use
NOTE Retinol Serum may be introduced once the skin is comfortable with daily application of medium to high levels of vitamin A. Step up from Retinol Serum to Retinol Serum Forte only once the skin is fully acclimated to Retinol Serum.
Pre-cleanse, cleanse, tone with your preferred Environ products.
Application:
1. Introduce Retinol Serum by adding one drop of the serum to your Environ vitamin A moisturizer, 2-3 evenings per week.
2. Once tolerated:
• Gradually increase the amount of serum until one full pump can be used.
• Gradually increase the frequency of the application until it can be used every evening.
3. Slowly enhance the activity of the skincare routine.
Add one extra step at a time:
Clinically Tested
These intelligent combinations of ingredients work with the skin’s natural processes and have been clinically trialled and proven to improve the appearance of wrinkles, firmness, elasticity, and skin texture.
Environ’s clinical trials showed a statistically significant improvement in the biomechanical propertiesof the skin at 56 days*, and the longer you remain invested, the better the skin will be.
*Retinol Serum Forte
REMEMBER, IT’S A JOURNEY, NOT A RACE!
Environs’ Tri-Retinoid Complex Retinol Serum and Tri-Retinoid Complex Retinol Serum Forte are now available at Etiket.ca.
From skincare and hair care to makeup and fragrance, let's delve into some of our team's current favourites, shall we?
In honour of Valentine’s Day, we asked some of our team members to share the Etiket products that captured their hearts! From skincare and hair care to makeup and fragrance, let’s delve into some of their current favourites, shall we?
I have never seen a product like this that refreshes hair without the heavy powdery feeling from usual dry shampoos. It adds volume and dimension back into my hair!
I have been loving Xerjoff’s Casamorati Dama Bianca layered with Escentric Molecules’ Molecule 01 + Black Tea. It has the perfect combination of sweet and fresh and is a recommendation I got from Emma, our fragrance specialist, to layer them! So gorgeous.
This Lip Karma keeps my lips hydrated and the taste is delectable, like my fave drink! I have also been loving Le Fard Blush, specifically in the shade Framboise by Wonderblush. It is long-lasting, and a little goes a long way.
This has been a game-changer in my routine! It has added so much plumpness to my skin and helped heal residual effects from a recent bout of atopic dermatitis.
Most mascaras make my eyes water or they do not lengthen and volumize my very sparse lashes. This mascara has fixed all of that and the wand gets every lash.
This product acts as a skincare product and as a corrector for both the complexion and dark circles. A tiny amount is enough to neutralize the colour of dark circles and facial imperfections.
When I was first introduced to Colorproof’s Biorepair collection, I was rather skeptical. After several months of use, I’m convinced of its effectiveness. The 3 products (and the brush) work in synergy to establish a healthy scalp and follicles, revealing thicker, fuller hair overtime.
ÉDOUARD Beauty & Fragrance Advisor / Etiket Montreal
I’ve been receiving so many compliments from this mix! Getting stopped everywhere for compliments. The perfect duo to make an impression on your Valentine!
Unveil Your Winter Glow with this Tata Harper Skincare Routine.
Reveal your glow this winter with Tata Harper’s skincare secret: swapping out those light layers for richer, creamier textures to keep your skin feeling hydrated and soft.
Find out exactly what products she recommends to treat your skin to some much needed TLC in the colder months.
TATA’S WINTER ROUTINE
STEP 1 Nourishing Oil Cleanser
Helps breaks down buildup and dissolves makeup without stripping the skin for a soft, supple feeling.
STEP 2 Regenerating Cleanser
A daily cleansing & exfoliating treatment that buffs and polishes for radiant, healthy looking skin. Best for dull, uneven, or congested skin.
STEP 3 Hydrating Floral Mask
A hyper-hydrating mask with 1,000 sizes of hyaluronic acid to recharge dry skin, replenish lost moisture and deliver thirst-quenching hydration.
STEP 4 Hydrating Floral Essence
Moisturizes and plumps with hyaluronic acid and natural humectants. Also preps skin for maximum absorption of treatments that follow.
STEP 5 Rejuvenating Serum
Visibly minimizes the signs of aging by reducing the appearance of wrinkles and fine lines and restores strength, vitality and radiance to the skin.
STEP 6 Boosted Contouring Eye Balm
Targets sagging skin and undereye bags to restore a youthfully firm, lifted look. Best for loss of firmness/ elasticity, fine lines and wrinkles, and dryness.
STEP 7 Crème Riche
This rich moisturizer is formulated with sixteen sources of hydration and twelve sources of age-defying botanicals that lift, plump, and volumize the look of the skin.
STEP 8 Lip Crème in Bare
The comfort of a balm meets the vibrancy of a lipstick to create an anti-aging crème that rejuvenates the lip contour and envelops lips in plumping moisture.
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