DERMA 2.0 SKIN REJUVENATION

DERMA 2.0 SKIN TREATMENT SYSTEM
THE DIFFERENCES BETWEEN THE DIFFERENT SERUMS & WHAT I USE THEM FOR

The key concept of the entire Derma 2.0 system is to “return to the use of formulations containing active ingredients with scientifically proven properties” that allow for concrete results. Here's a brief run-down of the different formulations I use and their active ingredients:

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DERMA 2.0 LIFTING - for softening lines and wrinkles & hydration​

Known as the "botox alternative" and works by significantly reducing the contraction of the mimic muscles responsible for dynamic wrinkle formation - i.e. the muscles we use to show expressions such as frowning.

THE ACTIVES

Derma 2.0 Lifting contains two synthetic peptides (short chains of amino acids) Leuphasyl 5% & Argireline 5%

• LEUPHASYL 5% (pentapeptide-18): Leuphasyl inhibits release of acetylcholine, a neurotransmitter which triggers muscle contractions. This leads to a reduction in the intensity of muscle contractions, especially in areas prone to expression lines like the forehead and around the eyes. It works in a similar way to Botox, but as a non-invasive alternative. 

• ARGIRELINE 5% (acetyl hexapeptide-8): Argireline also inhibits the release of acetylcholine and therefore reduces muscle contraction of the dynamic muscles. It also has the added benefit of stimulating collagen and elastin in the long term

• When argireline and leuphasyl are used together they can give more comprehensive results. 

Derma 2.0 Lifting vs 'botox':
Botox injections reliably immobilise specific muscles for 3-4 months. Lifting won't deliver the immediate, dramatic results of Botox, but instead provide a more subtle, gradual, and non-invasive approach to reducing wrinkles. For deep dynamic wrinkles caused by the expression muscles, botox remains more consistently effective. 

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DERMA 2.0 FIRMING - targets loss of tone & elasticity as a result of ageing​

As we age our skin loses tone and elasticity due to the fibroblasts (the cells responsible for producing collagen and elastin) slowing down their activity. Not only is the production of collagen and elastin reduced, but the size of these proteins also diminishes as we age leading to the thinning of the skin & structural failure. Many of my clients are concerned with the ageing of their mid & lower face & neck - as loose, thin and unstructured skin becomes especially apparent here. 

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THE ACTIVES

• DMAE 7%: DMAE is an organic compound that’s naturally found in the body. In the skin, it works to stimulate, thicken & strengthen collagen fibres resulting in a plumping, lifting and even a brightening effect, as well as decreasing lines and wrinkles. It evens out skin tone by reducing the pigment that causes age spots. It also hydrates (especially when used in conjunction with hyaluronic acid) and soothes inflamed, red or irritated skin acting as a powerful anti-inflammatory. 

• ORGANIC SILICON 1%: is a structural component of our connective tissues. It promotes the production of collagen and elastin, and prevents them from breaking down too quickly over time. 

• REJULINE COMPLEX™: This is a special patented peptide complex that bio-stimulates cell regeneration and strengthens the elasticity and tone of the skin tissues (by inducing the new collagen, elastin, fibronectin and laminin). It also increases the life span of extracellular matrix proteins such as elastin, collagen, fibronectin and laminin and the production of procollagen.

• HYALURONIC ACID: Restarts all metabolic processes, reduces the water loss and maintains elastic and toned tissues. High & low molecular weight to reach different layers of the skin.

• ESSENTIAL AMINO ACIDS: (Hydroxyproline, Proline, Lysine, Glycine, Acetylcysteine) to provide nourishment

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DERMA 2.0 BIO - for overall biorevitalisation and skin rejuvenation

Improves skin tone and elasticity, promotes radiance and leads to a more smooth and compacted outer layer of the skin and a strong skin barrier. ​
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THE ACTIVES

• 3 MOLECULAR WEIGHTS OF HYALURONIC ACID 30mg/ml: High (a larger molecule) works at the epidermal level (outer layer of the skin) where it acts as a humectant and a hydrator. It is a film-forming compound that prevents the loss of water between the skins layers. Low molecular weight HA penetrates up to the dermis - a deeper layer of the skin - where it acts as a filler and stimulates the production of collagen collagen fibres. Medium molecular weight has a mix of both functions. 

• SODIUM DNA (Polynucleotides) 2%: stimulates cell turnover, collagen production, repair and scavenges damaging free radicals

• DMAE (see firming!)

• ARGIRELINE to soften muscle contractions

• GLUTATHIONE to brighten, tone and promote elasticity

• 11 AMINO ACIDS

• VITAMINS: 

  • Vitamin A Palmitate (Retinol) stimulates cell turnover, stimulates collagen production for a strong, compact outer layer of the skin

  • Vitamin E Acetate - an anti-oxidant and anti-inflammatory, elasticises, nourishes, repairs and regulates sebum

  • Vitamin B1 (thiamine) helps give energy to the cells

  • Vitamin B3 (niacinamide) - an anti-oxidant, moisturiser, sebum regulator

  • Vitamin B6 (pyridoxine) helps regulate the production of the skin

  • Vitamin B8 (biotin) regulates sebum and helps to produce keratin to ensure tissue health​

  • Vitamin C (ascorbic acid) an antioxidant

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DERMA 2.0 REPAIR - to repair scars, acne scars, stretch marks, skin imperfections

THE ACTIVES

• PSEUDOALTEROMONAS EXTRACT: has a very powerful restructuring action ideal for stretch mark treatment and scar treatment

• D-PANTHENOL: activates the proliferation of fibroblasts (the cells which produce collagen)

• CENTELLA ASIATICA EXTRAC: a powerful wound healing plant extract

• AMINO ACID COMPLEX

• BIOMIMETIC PEPTIDES: to stimulate & regulate cellular processes

• SODIUM HYALURONATE: important in the restructuring of scars and stretch marks & for uniform texture

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