Discover the latest innovation in skincare from SkinCeuticals.
SkinCeuticals have just released their next generation eye cream: A.G.E. Advanced Eye. The new and improved formula is replacing A.G.E. Eye Complex, and now offers more potent levels of ingredients, new brightening and depuffing ingredients and results after just one application!
A.G.E. Advanced Eye SKINCEUTICALS
FEATURES
A.G.E. Advanced Eye is a next-generation eye cream for wrinkles that fights the appearance of crow’s feet, puffiness, and dark circles associated with glycation and collagen decline, a major factor of the natural aging process. This silky eye cream for crow’s feet is formulated for the delicate eye area with a potent combination of ProxylaneTM, a concentrated flavonoid blend, glycyrrhetinic acid, and Matrixyl 3000. This eye cream for dark circles also includes caffeine and an inclusive blend of optical diffusers to disperse light and immediately improve the radiance of tired, dull-looking eyes across all skin tones.
BENEFITS
Improves the appearance of 10 signs of visible aging in the delicate eye area: crepiness, crow’s feet, dark circles, elasticity, firmness, puffiness, radiance, smoothness, tone, and under-eye wrinkles
Delivers 24-hour moisture to comfort dry, aging skin
Paraben-, fragrance-, and dye-free
INGREDIENTS
A.G.E. Advanced Eye is now formulated with more potent levels of ingredients to reduce the impact of glycation and address eye-specific concerns.
PROXYLANE: Corrects signs of visible aging, like crow’s feet.
MATRIXYL 3000: Powerful biomimetic peptide to support skin’s natural firmness and elesticity for a youthful look.
INCLUSIVE OPTICAL EFFECT BLEND: Disperses light to minimize the appearance of dull tired eves across a skin tones.
CAFFEINE: Reduces visible puffiness and the look of dark circles for a more vibrant appearance.
WILD FRUIT FLAVONOIDS: Inhibits collagen glycation and delivers free radical protection.
KEY DIFFERENCES WITH THE OLD FORMULA
RESULTS
After just one application, the following results were seen:
14% improvement in crow’s feet
12% improvement in dark circles
10% improvement in puffiness
In an 8-week study, A.G.E. Advanced Eye significantly improved the appearance of key visible signs of aging:
18% improvement in crow’s feet
20% improvement in dark circles
23% improvement in under-eye wrinkles
24% improvement in puffiness
The results speak for themselves! Curious to give it a try? A.G.E. Advanced Eye is available at Etiket, in-store and online.
Discover our essentials for getting ready fast during those hectic mornings.
Back to school is often associated with a period of renewal and transition. Vacations, sunshine, and long relaxing days now make way for a return to school and work, shorter days, a multitude of activities, routines and rituals, and a more hectic schedule.
Here are our skincare and makeup multi-tasking essentials, as well as our go-to to make your hairstyle last longer and help you look your best in no time!
Keep the good habits going with sunscreen. Sun protection is the foundation of any skincare routine. Kill two birds with one stone with a tinted version that evens out skin tone while protecting the skin. SHOP SUNSCREENS
Express camouflage. A touch of concealer under the eyes or on problem areas will brighten and even out the skin. Choose a shade that matches your skin tone as closely as possible. SHOP CONCEALERS
Opt for a multi-purpose blush. To enhance eyes, cheeks and lips easily using just your fingers. SHOP BLUSHES
Pimple patches for the win. Apply them overnight to reduce the appearance of active breakouts and promote healing. SHOP PIMPLE PATCHES
Keep a hydrating lip balm on the go. Keep lips nicely moisturized or why not add a little colour… instant shine guaranteed! SHOP LIP CARE
Enhance eyelashes with mascara. While we like to keep things minimalist daily, a few coats of mascara will add definition and instantly open up the eyes. SHOP MASCARAS
Applya perfecting powder to keep the shine at bay. Get rid of shine and ensure skin protection during work breaks and lunches spent outdoors. SHOP POWDERS
Keep dry shampoo handy. For those hurried mornings, dry shampoo becomes our best ally. Choose the formula that works best for you! SHOP DRY SHAMPOOS
We asked some of our aestheticians to share some advice to keep skin looking and feeling healthy this summer. Discover what products and treatments they recommend!
New skincare challenges, such as using sufficient sun protection and maintaining well-hydrated skin, are brought on by the warmer weather. We asked some of our aestheticians to share some advice to keep skin looking and feeling its best this summer. Discover what products and treatments they recommend!
Three times per week, I would use the Tata Harper Superkind Refining Cleanser, a gentle exfoliator that simultaneously nourishes and refines to reveal a nice glow. The Pai Skincare Middlemist Seven Camellia & Rose Gentle Cream Cleanser paired with a damp muslin cloth to remove makeup and sunscreen, followed by a double cleanse using Tata Harper’s Clarifying Cleanser. To finish, I apply the Tata Harper Retinoic Nutrient Face Oil to nourish and strengthen the skin.
How do you prevent pigmentation?
I would recommend any Vitamin C serum and retinoic oil, as well as the Tata Harper Brightening Facial with Multi-Acid Peel treatment (great for glow, pigmentation, acne and scarring). It’s a HOLY GRAIL! 🙂
What facial would you recommend in the summer months?
What facial would you recommend in the summer months?
Tata Harper’s Sculpting Facial: the anti-gravity skin lift! This lavish treatment pairs green bio-technology with a cupping facial massage technique to firm and lift the look of your skin, and a rejuvenating neck and décolleté treatment helps instantly revitalized the skin with a youthful glow.
What would you change for your summer skincare routine?
What facial would you recommend in the summer months?
The treatment I recommend this time of year is a HydraFacial to deeply cleanse the skin, reveal radiance and plump up dehydrated skin.
What would you change for your summer skincare routine?
I would recommend using fewer oils and prioritizing more water-based gel textures to continue moisturizing without making the skin greasy, and to exfoliate skin more.
When was you last visit to the Etiket Spa?
Did you know that we now have 4 treatment rooms and 6 aestheticians who offer the best treatments to treat your skin according to your goals and desired results?
Appointments can be made in-person at our boutique or by calling 514.687.3886. To learn more about our spa services, click here.
The founders of some of our favourite brands share what they've learned from their mothers, and what they're choosing to pass down to their children.
In honour of Mother’s Day, we’ve asked the founders of some of our favourite brands to share with us what they’ve learned from their mothers, and what they’re choosing to pass down to their children. From protecting their skin from the sun to embracing their inner beauty, we wanted to know a little more about the lessons they have learned that made them the women and mothers that they are today.
Tata Harper, Founder of Tata Harper
“My mother and grandmother would always have spa parties with their friends and they all took the time for beauty every day. It was a lot of DIY face masks and treatments using ingredients like avocado, honey, and lemon, and things growing around us locally or fresh from the store. We often made our own honey mask with natural, pure honey. It’s super inexpensive to make and I find it super hydrating and refreshing.
The advice I want to pass down to my daughter is that beautiful skin comes from what you are putting in and on your body, and it’s important to be mindful of this at a young age. Focus on a good regimen and keep your skin healthy and hydrated.”
“My mom has always been very vocal around sun protection, so I developed a love for wide-brimmed hats early.
I want my daughters to understand that beauty is about a trusted and deep connection to ourselves, our community, our world and all its beautiful creatures.”
“I am so thankful to my mother for teaching me that skin concerns need to be professionally diagnosed and treated. I suffered from hormonal acne all through my teens and my mother made sure I saw dermatologists and skin therapists on a regular basis. This truly saved my skin from serious scarring. My mother and I also did facials together at home – a fun tradition I am continuing with my two boys!
Growing up in Finland, my mother also taught me how to enjoy the relaxing and detoxing benefits of a sauna from an early age. I remember my mother dipping freshly cut birch branches into a bail of hot water, and we would breathe in the essential oil vapours. A magical smell of summer and motherly love I will never forget.”
“One of the first things I got from her is the idea of accepting myself the way I am. My mom is not a big makeup fan, so this understanding of my unique beauty, and no need to fix anything in me definitely comes from her. But also, with this, came the idea of preserving our bodies, by drinking at least 2 litres of water per day and wearing sunscreen daily, even on the days I don’t leave the house! Thanks to her, I’ve been doing that since I was 10 years old – before it was a trend! Haha!
On the hair side, she gave me a nice trick to get natural highlights after going to the beach – in the Brazilian days – or in very sunny days, which is to spray chamomile tea on the hair before bathing in the sun. It really works!”
“Less is more. When your skin goes wrong, the tendency is to throw the entire kitchen sink at it, but she always told me never to do that. An to do the exact reverse – scale it back. Allow your skin to calm and rebalance and then take a methodical approach, re-introducing one product at a time, to establish what your skin likes and doesn’t like.
Never pick or squeeze your spots. This will be no surprise, but it’s one thing my mum shared with me when I was growing up as a teenager. This is really important to prevent scarring and stop the spread of more spots.”
“My grandmother Evelyn taught me the importance of skincare rituals at an early age. She taught me how to cleanse, how to moisturize, and how to never ever go to bed with makeup on the skin. I have followed those skincare rituals religiously since she taught me them as a little girl, and I have to say it’s all paid off.
My mother has always been low-key in terms of beauty and cosmetics. She takes good care of her skin, but she only very occasionally wears makeup. My mother taught me the importance of being confident and comfortable in my appearance without makeup. She also taught me how to love my body regardless of how it looks, what number it weighs on a scale, how it is behaving, or how it is dressed at a certain moment. She taught me to love my body for what it does for me each day – for what it can and does do. In fact, we never even owned a scale growing up, so I often didn’t know my body weight. It just wasn’t important, and that has shaped my self-love and body positivity to this day.”
“My mom taught me beauty secrets by just being herself. She was effortless and no-fuss but always pulled together. She has strong bone structure and beautiful skin so, really needed very little in makeup – maybe even just lip and go. She taught me about colour types. Although I am blonde, I am a Winter. Most blondes think pastels and Spring colours work, but as a Winter, dark blues, black, whites, etc. – avoiding yellows – work best. She was absolutely correct.”
“The best beauty advice that I got from my mother is that you are only beautiful on the outside when you are beautiful or happy on the inside. She also told me that if you aren’t wearing SPF, wear a hat!
For my girls, I want them to know that makeup isn’t what will make them beautiful. Feeling beautiful from the inside out is what really matters and what truly shows.”
“Strangely, almost all the beauty/mantra advice I received was from my dad. Just two weeks ago, he offered to mix up some turmeric for my mask instead with my mom, I think I learned more from observing. She taught me to be humble, quietly fierce and incredibly kind. She has an incredible sense of dignity and from her, I learned that true beauty comes from who you are.
The advice I would share with my daughter is to drink water, gets lots of sleep, wear SPF always… those are critical to nurture your outward beauty. True beauty comes from the soul- how kind you are to others and how kind you are to yourself.”
“My mom is a wealth of knowledge when it comes to skincare, and I’m grateful for the advanced techniques she’s taught me. Red light therapy, microneedling, and chemical peels are just a few of the treatments she’s educated me on to keep my skin looking its best. Thanks to her guidance, I’ve also incorporated powerful ingredients like Vitamin C, Retin A, stem cells, growth factors, copper peptides, and more into my routine.
In addition to these advanced treatments, my mom also instilled some basic skincare practices that have stuck with me over the years. Never go to bed with makeup on and always double cleanse at night to ensure your skin is healthy and prepped for your skincare products.
One piece of advice that I’ve taken to heart is to wear SPF every day, even when indoors, and to reapply it multiple times throughout the day. I’ve found a powder SPF that doesn’t interfere with my makeup, making it easy to touch up throughout the day.
My mom has always emphasized the importance of taking care of oneself, and that includes exercise and eating healthy, balanced meals. Making an effort to get outside and breathe in fresh air each day is also key to a healthy mind and body. And at night, it’s important to take a break from screens and noise and unwind with a soothing bath or a good book.
Thanks to my mom’s guidance and these valuable beauty tips, I’ve learned to prioritize self-care and take care of myself so that I can take care of those around me.”
“My mother raised me with all of the beauty secrets from Japanese culture and was the inspiration behind the development of BeautéJaponica. The general concept of our scalp serum was also inspired by ingredients that she shared with me that helped Japanese women grow beautiful hair for centuries.
Beyond that, she has also taught me that beauty comes from within, and that nurturing your senses is true nutrition for your soul.”
“The best beauty secret from my mother was – without a doubt – discovering the powerful benefits of mānuka honey! At first, it helped my cold sores, and eventually, it became my go-to remedy for skin outbreaks, sore throats, and other issues. It’s the natural remedy I had been searching for, and I loved not having to decide between natural or effective.
This beauty secret eventually sparked my entrepreneurial journey. It inspired me to establish Mahoni, a tribute to nature’s potent remedy. Thank you, Mom!”
Vintner's Daughter has unveiled their latest skincare innovation: Active Renewal Cleanser. Find out what makes it a game changer for your skincare routine.
Active Renewal Cleanser, the latest addition from award-winning brand Vintner’s Daughter has arrived, adding to their line of simple, minimalist skincare. Four years in the making and their third product launch in ten years, we are excited for you to discover this face wash like no other. Founder April and her team answered some of the most asked questions about their newest skin-beautifying formula.
Keep on reading to learn more about Active Renewal Cleanser and how to incorporate it into your daily routine.
Q&A WITH VINTNER’S DAUGHTER
WHAT MAKES ACTIVE RENEWAL CLEANSER DIFFERENT?
APRIL & TEAM: “This innovative formula not only thoroughly cleanses, but also invigorates the skin so that it is more healthy, PH balanced, more plump, clear, and bright. It’s hard to put into words, but it just feels renewed and energized with each cleanse.”
WHY CLEANSER NOW?
APRIL & TEAM: “The short answer is that we heard you. We often ask what products you want to see next and the first amongst them has always been cleanser. We too felt that there was not a formula that lived up to our standards of performance, quality and craftsmanship. So we spent nearly four years formulating Active Renewal Cleanser.”
WHAT MAKES IT A 2-IN-1 CLEANSER?
APRIL & TEAM: “At the heart of the formula is Vintner’s Daughter Phyto Radiance Infusion™ which harnesses the power of full-spectrum water and oil-soluble solutions to thoroughly and gently cleanse the skin with every use.”
WHICH SKIN TYPES ARE BEST FOR ACTIVE RENEWAL CLEANSER?
APRIL & TEAM: “Active Renewal Cleanser benefits all skin including blemish-prone, sensitive, dehydrated and/or mature skin. Best results when used daily morning and night.”
APRIL & TEAM: “For best results, use daily morning and evening. After splashing cool water on your face, dispense 2-3 pumps into your hands. Apply to your face and neck. Rub in a circular motion to create a rich foaming action for 30-60 seconds. Rinse thoroughly. For a beautifully simple routine, follow with Active Treatment Essence and Active Botanical Serum.”
I AM NOT GETTING A LOT OF FOAM WHEN USING ACTIVE RENEWAL CLEANSER. IS THAT NORMAL?
APRIL & TEAM: “Not only is it normal but it is better for your skin that a cleanser does not create foamy bubbles. Proper pH balance in the skin is something that is often overlooked for the sake of a showy, foamy or bubbly cleanse. We describe our formula as gently foaming—the result of combining the nutrient-rich formulation with a small amount of water and then moving it around your face.”
IS THERE FRAGRANCE ADDED TO ACTIVE RENEWAL CLEANSER?
APRIL & TEAM: “There is no fragrance added to Active Renewal Cleanser — everything you smell is natural whole plants.”
HOW LONG UNTIL I SEE RESULTS WITH ACTIVE RENEWAL CLEANSER?
APRIL & TEAM: “Most individuals see a visible improvement in their skin within days. Because of our whole plant nutrition, results will increase over time.”
HOW LONG WILL A BOTTLE OF ACTIVE RENEWAL CLEANSER LAST?
APRIL & TEAM: “The 115ml bottle of Active Renewal Cleanser will last approximately 40 days with AM/PM application. It will last approximately 80 days if used once a day.”
WHAT IS ACTIVE RENEWAL CLEANSER’S SHELF LIFE AND STORAGE?
APRIL & TEAM: “Once opened, the shelf life is 12 months. Proper storage and care of your Active Renewal Cleanser includes keeping it away from extreme temperatures (cold or hot) and keeping it out of direct sunlight.”
IS ACTIVE RENEWAL CLEANSER TESTED ON ANIMALS?
APRIL & TEAM: “Active Renewal Cleanser is vegan and is not tested on animals.”
IS ACTIVE RENEWAL CLEANSER SAFE FOR USE DURING PREGNANCY?
APRIL & TEAM: “It is always best to consult your doctor when using any active product, but there are no ingredients that have contraindications for pregnancy.”
Active Renewal Cleanser VINTNER’S DAUGHTER
Shop all Vintner’s Daughter products at Etiket.ca.
Keep reading for a recap of all the sunscreens that were favourites this past year!
Sun protection has always been of great importance to us. We incorporate it into our routines and everyone should have a formula that suits their lifestyle and skin type. Sunscreen helps protect the skin from various environmental factors while preventing future damage. We believe that it is always easier to prevent future damage than to try to correct it.
Find out about all the best launches at Etiket in 2022!
The past year has been packed with new launches, with both new additions to some of our long-time favourite brands and new brands that were highly requested to be added to our roster by our clientele.
We're breaking down the top skincare products you could not get enough of this year!
Over the last few years, we’ve enjoyed doing a year in review, sharing the most-loved products that you have purchased, repurchased and that are simply a part of your daily routine. In this round-up, you will find tried and trusted products, most of which have been available on our shelves for many years.
Most-Loved Skincare Products this Past Year
Regenerating Cream PRO-DERM
UV Clear SPF 46 ELTA MD
C E FERULIC SKINCEUTICALS
Lytera 2.0 SKINMEDICA
Skin EssentiA Vita-Antioxidant AVST Moisturizer 5 ENVIRON
Revitalize, refresh and condition your skin with these winter skincare saviours.
Proper skincare is a year-round commitment, and with Canadian winters being quite rough on our skin, finding the right products to prevent and combat issues such as dryness, itchiness, flakiness, dehydration and chapped lips can make all the difference. Here are our tips and recommendations to enjoy healthy skin throughout the colder months.
Opt for a Creamy Cleanser
Switching to a richer, more skin-protecting cleanser in the winter will make your skin feel deeply cleansed, comforted, and elastic.
Middlemist Seven Gentle Cream Cleanser PAI SKINCARE
Protect+ Cleansing Milk NUORI
The Cleansing Balm AUGUSTINUS BADER
Youth EssentiA Hydra-Intense Cleansing Lotion ENVIRON
Use a Gentle Scrub
Remove dead skin & promote hydration by reaching for a scrub that will calm instead of further irritate.
Virtuous Circle Eco-Bead Exfoliator PAI SKINCARE
Superkind Refining Cleanser TATA HARPER
Restorative Dual Acid Peel KAT BURKI
Facial Scrub
DR. BARBARA STURM
Boost Hydration with a Facial Mask
Hydration is key to soft, soothed and smooth skin. Products that penetrate through your skin and deliver water are vital if you have dehydrated skin.
Resurrection Girl Hydrating Mask PAI SKINCARE
Supreme Moisture Mask NUORI
Ultra Hydrating Mask VIVIER
Vital Hydration Blast KAT BURKI
Incorporate a Face Oil to Lock Moisture
Adding oil to your skincare routine is a simple way to repair your skin from the winter stresses while allowing it to retain moisture.
Active Botanical Serum VINTNER’S DAUGHTER
The Face Oil AUGUSTINUS BADER
Perfecting Facial Oil NUORI
Rosehip BioRegenerate Oil PAI SKINCARE
Exfoliate & Nourish Your Lips
Lip exfoliation is necessary for their long-term nourishment. Following up with a balm will ensure deep hydration.
Lemonade Lip Scrub Tube SARA HAPP
HydrExtreme Advanced Lip Serum CONSONANT
Lip Wrap Reviving Balm – Lucid ILIA
The Lip Balm AUGUSTINUS BADER
Use a Cream Specifically Designed for Hands
Hand creams are usually thicker than regular body lotions or creams and are slightly more resilient to repeated hand washings.
Hand Therapy KAT BURKI
Heavy Mettle Rescue Hand Cream PAI SKINCARE
Eucalyptus Mint Hand Cream LOVEFRESH
The Hand Treatment AUGUSTINUS BADER
Achieve Soft Skin, All Over
Help stimulate collagen production and circulation and allow your body lotions to penetrate more efficiently so that you’re not as itchy and flaky.
Smoothing Body Brush NUORI
Vanilla Bean Coffee Sugar Scrub LOVEFRESH
Smoothing Body Scrub TATA HARPER
Peppermint Body Scrub MALIN+GOETZ
The Thicker, the Better
Switch to a thicker moisturizer, such as a body butter or body crème for your skin to remain nice and soft over a longer period of time.
Polly Plum Comforting Body Cream PAI SKINCARE
Pear Body Butter LOVEFRESH
The Body Cream AUGUSTINUS BADER
Redefining Body Balm TATA HARPER
Gleaming Skin from Head to Toe
Make your winter skin glow with the addition of a body oil to simultaneously moisturize and strengthen your skin barrier.
The Body Oil AUGUSTINUS BADER
Body EssentiA Vitamin A, C & E Body Oil Forte ENVIRON
Discover what the Etiket team is gifting their moms for Mother's Day!
As you probably know by now, Mother’s Day is just around the corner. Do you know what you’re getting your mom? To help conjure up some inspiration, we’ve asked our team to share what they’ll be gifting their mom this Mother’s Day. Here are a few of their suggestions.
”This year, I’m getting my mom the (Malin+Goetz) Tomato Candle. She loves tomatoes and working in her garden.” MARIE-FRANCE, Boutique & Spa Manager
”I’m buying my mom Lovefresh products for creating a self care skin care practice at home. Body scrub, body balm and soap.” JORDANNA, Holistic Esthetician
”Ever since my mom tried the Revitalizing Body Oil, she’s been obsessed. She’s gotten all of her friends hooked too! I’ll treat her to her next bottle!” MICHELLE, E-Commerce Manager
”I sent my mom a sample of the Vitamin C Intensive Face Cream and she’s been hooked ever since. Next jar is on me!” DAPHNE, Social Media Specialist
”My mom uses a body cream every day. I really think she’ll like this one from Augustinus Bader because it deeply hydrates and firms the skin, all while leaving it soft and smooth.” KARINE, Marketing Director
”I want to treat my mom to a moment for herself. She loves taking baths, so I’m offering her the Hinoki Bath Soak from Bathorium!” GENEVIÈVE, Customer Experience Coordinator
Shop these products online at etiket.ca or stop by our boutique! Still unsure about what to get your mom for Mother’s Day? Discover our Mother’s Day Gift Guide!
Have you heard of Pai Skincare's Impossible Glow Drops? Learn how to customize this liquid highlighter to get your glow in time for summer!
Have you tried the Impossible Glow drops from Pai Skincare? The brand first launched this skincare-makeup hybrid product back in 2021. It was so well received that Pai decided to launch two new shades: Champagne and Rose Gold. These highlighters offer a lit-from-within glow in just a few drops. With summer just around the corner, and bronzed, glowing skin making its comeback, we’ve decided to share with you three ways to use the Impossible Glow drops.
1. For subtle radiance, add one drop to your daily moisturizer or SPF.
2. For a more intense glow, massage one to two drops directly onto skin.
3. For a lit-from-within highlight, gently dab on the high points of the face and body.
Pro tip: add a few drops to your body lotion and apply to the legs, shoulders and collarbone for an irresistible glow.
Which shade is best for me?
Although all shades work for all skin tones, you may be wondering which one would complement your skin tone the best. If that’s the case, here are Pai Skincare’s suggestions:
If your skin has pink undertones, you might prefer the Rose Gold shade.
If your skin has more yellow undertones, you might prefer the Champagne shade.
If you’re looking for a warm, sunkissed glow, go for the original shade: Bronze.
Pai’s pro tip? Experiment! All shades work for all skin tones – it’s all about finding the right application to create the effect you’re after.
Have you heard of the cult skincare brand Augustinus Bader? Their face creams, specifically, have been touted by beauty editors and celebrities alike as the best moisturizers money can buy. Why should this brand be on your radar? Well, we’re excited to announce that the Augustinus Bader line will be launching at Etiket! Let’s discover the collection together.
ABOUT THE BRAND
Founded by biomedical scientist Professor Augustinus Bader, the Augustinus Bader brand found overnight success based on 30+ years of research in stem cell biology and regenerative medicine.
In a career that has spanned the globe, the German-born Professor has spent over 30 years researching and developing technologies that activate and harness In a career that has spanned the globe, the German-born Professor has spent over 30 years researching and developing technologies that activate and harness the human body’s capacity to heal, with a focus on the reawakening of cells that become dormant due to aging or trauma. In 2008 he developed a groundbreaking Wound Gel that heals severe skin traumas without the need for surgery or skin grafts. It is this revolutionary technique that inspired Augustinus Bader skincare.
Bader’s business partner Charles Rosier was initially impressed by his work and encouraged Bader to create skincare for the masses to help fund his medical research. The first products to launch were The Cream and The Rich Cream. Both have now won multiple awards – and make radiant, healthy skin accessible and simple.
Over the years, demand for Bader’s products soared on the back of old-fashioned word of mouth. There were no paid placements, big marketing campaigns or pretty packaging – it was the results that spoke for themselves.
WHAT MAKES THE BRAND DIFFERENT?
As we previously mentioned, the success of the brand is based on word of mouth, encouraged by results. Augustinus Bader’s extensive experience in the field of stem cell biology and regenerative medicine has allowed him to create a product line that delivers real results to those who adhere to his 27-day plan. Originally developed to treat wounds, these products harness the power of amino acids and nutrients already native to skin, to nourish and revitalize your complexion. They also get to work stimulating collagen to minimize fine lines and swiftly restore elasticity.
The Bader formula is powered by Professor Bader’s patented TFC8® (Trigger Factor Complex 8) – a cocktail of more than 40 different ingredients that include vitamins, amino acids and molecules naturally found in the body, to name a few. TFC8® was inspired by Bader’s over 30+ years of research and innovation in wound repair and cellular regeneration. It works by guiding key nutrients to the cells, creating an ideal environment for your skin to naturally renew. The result? Better hydration, skin strength and firmness. The support of cell turnover also helps improve vibrancy and luminosity, as well as address issues like fine lines, dark spots and visible pores.
WHY IS THERE A 27 DAY JOURNEY?
This comes down to the fact that every skin cell in the human body is naturally regenerated over 27 days, so this is when you’ll see results. Over this time period, you can expect your complexion to become more hydrated, and to look and feel renewed with an unbeatable glow.
STAR PRODUCTS
While all of the Augustinus Bader products have enjoyed success, it is impossible to read about the brand without mention of the face creams. Two moisturizers have propelled the brand to the top of the charts: The Cream and The Rich Cream. The Cream has a lighter texture, and may be better suited for oily, combination skin types, as well as those who suffer from acne and congested skin. The Rich Cream on the other hand, would be better suited for those with normal to dry skin. Celebrities like Kate Bosworth, Diane Kruger and Victoria Beckham all rave about these moisturizers. Clinical trials also back up the hype: 97% of testers agreed skin tone and texture was visibly improved, while 96% said their skin looked healthier after using both The Cream and The Rich Cream. Testers also noted an improvement in the appearance of wrinkles by more than 160% over a day to day period.
Given the minimal range, you’d think it would only be suitable for a handful of people. However, thanks to their 100% paraben-free and fragrance-free formulas, all skin types can get on board, including overly sensitive ones.
SUSTAINABILITY
One more thing to love about Augustinus Bader is that they are guided by a core set of green values. Sustainability is very important to the brand and is integrated in everything from their clean ingredients, to their eco-conscious packaging.
CLEAN INGREDIENTS
Their products contain the highest quality ingredients – high potency botanicals and clean actives. They’re also 100% free of parabens, fragrance, SLS, SLES, and DEA, heavy metals, talc, petrolatum/paraffin/mineral oil, and do not contain unnecessary preservatives, solvents, and emulsifiers.
Augustinus Bader also vows to use ingredients that are sustainably sourced, clean, and bio-engineered where possible to reduce environmental impact.
PACKAGING
Augustinus Bader has created refills for both The Eye Cream and The Serum to encourage recycling of their products. Furthermore, an estimated 80% of their primary containers are fully recyclable, and an estimated 90% of their secondary containers are fully recyclable. They also use FSC Certified paper.
An estimated 70% of their packaging is plastic-free, and they continue to move toward more sustainable materials such as ECOCERT/COSMOS certified glass, and transitioning all packaging to being post-consumer recycled. Their packaging is ECOCERT/COSMOS certified where possible.
Augustinus Bader also works with The World Land Trust and The Woodland Trust to measure, reduce, and offset the carbon footprint from their paper usage, with the aim of going carbon neutral in 2022.
