From ‘salmon sperm injections’ to cult skincare faves, behold the super skin hydrators ready to get your skin back on track.
Many of us are still attempting to normalise our skin after a long hot summer, as sun-damaged, dry skin leaves its tell-tale dullness, blotchiness, lines and wrinkles behind.
It’s time to up the ante, so I decided to pay a visit with Dr Raquel Zanetti, an aesthetic physician at All Saint Clinic in Double Bay, Sydney.
Dr Zanetti is experienced in a variety of non- surgical aesthetic procedures – but she doesn’t just rush in with a needle for the ubiquitous temporary lift and plump. Instead, she is known for her holistic, personalised approach, which always starts with the skin.
‘My patients are definitely more focused on the health and appearance of their skin rather than looking years younger – but of course when your skin looks great you do tend to look younger anyway,’ she says.
‘It’s a good idea to have a preventative plan starting from a younger age rather than only seeking help when you have more pronounced skin damage.’
Dr Zanetti suggests a good skincare plan for a 12-month period followed by 2-3 treatments sessions a year to help get skin back on track. The treatments may include lasers and injectables, but always skincare as the base.
A new breed of cosmetic injectables, often referred to as bioremodellers or skin boosters, are gaining popularity amongst both injectors and patients for their natural- looking, glow-from-within results.
These injectable bioremodellers work on a cellular level to deeply moisturise and nourish the skin from within, helping to promote the production of new collagen and elastin and replenish hyaluronic acid levels. Unlike traditional dermal fillers that add volume or target specific areas, skin booster injectables aim to provide a more holistic rejuvenation by revitalising the entire face. The results of these treatments are often a more hydrated, rejuvenated and glowing complexion, with skin that is firmer and more even in texture and tone.
The latest bioregenerating injectable is Rejuran. It is a gel formulation of polynucleotides, composed of wild salmon DNA fragments extracted through proprietary DOT technology (DNA Optimising Technology). Rejuran’s bio- active DNA molecules stimulate restoration and help repair damaged skin, concurrently reducing unwanted inflammation. It has been dubbed the ‘salmon sperm injections’, with celebrities like Jennifer Aniston reportedly having the treatment weekly to help counter the effects of ageing skin.
SKINCARE NON-NEGOTIABLES
I next spoke with Natalija Hallert and Rajja Richani, both MUAs and national trainers for Cosmax Prestige Brands, which distributes a range of superior skincare brands.
‘Post-summer skin can look a little defeated,’ says Hallert. ‘My hero products to help reverse the appearance of dry and damaged skin include Nuxe Super Serum [10], $132 and Nuxe Huille Prodigieuse Dry Oil, $67.’
Richani says skin inflation and congestion are key concerns for his clients. ‘These conditions are often caused by increased perspiration, excess sebum production as well as environmental issues,’ he says.
Richani recommends exfoliating masks in addition to soothing and reparative products to promote skin rejuvenation and healing such as Guerlain Arbeille Royale Double R Renew & Repair Advanced Serum, $358.
‘In the colder months, richer and more nourishing products as well as those containing high levels of hyaluronic acid are beneficial,’ he says.
‘But,’ he advises, ‘we should all be routinely assessing our skincare needs and modifying our skincare regime accordingly, not just between seasons.’ CBM
