SkinCeuticals, a leader in antioxidant research and innovation, has launched Silymarin CF. Six years in the making, this breakthrough oil-free vitamin C antioxidant serum is specifically designed to provide advanced environmental protection for oily and blemish- prone skin. In addition to this environmental protection, Silymarin CF is clinically demonstrated to reduce oiliness, refine skin texture, and visibly improve skin clarity and fine lines.
Breakouts have many underlying causes, but research indicates that the oxidation of skin oils like sebum can damage skin and create a favourable environment for blemishes to form. In fact, blemish-prone skin has been shown to have a lower level of antioxidants, leaving it more vulnerable to oxidative damage. Daily environmental aggressors like UV and pollution generate free radicals that can further exacerbate this condition.
SkinCeuticals has identified a new opportunity in the application of topical antioxidants to help prevent oil oxidation. “The oxidative theory of ageing is well established in the scientific community. With this launch, we’re bringing the oxidative theory of blemish formation to light – the idea that oxidation can also lead to breakouts, specifically from oxidation of sebum,” said Leslie Harris, Global General Manager of SkinCeuticals. “Through six years of persevering research we have been able to develop a synergistic vitamin C antioxidant formula for those with oily or blemish-prone skin so they can confidently incorporate a vitamin C into their skincare regimen. It features silymarin, a potent antioxidant derived from the milk thistle plant, demonstrated to help inhibit oil oxidation.”
Commenting further on the new addition to the SkinCeuticals range, leading cosmetic and laser dermatologist, Dr Shobhan Manoharan said Silymarin CF offers a solution to blocked pores that many of his customers have been calling out for. “Most of us will be affected by unwanted blemishes at some point in our lives – in fact, 90 per cent of the world’s populationi. Silymarin CF is a daily oil-free formula that reduces oiliness, while refining skin texture, and improving skin clarity. By targeting oil oxidation, Silymarin CF is like no other product that currently exists in the market and responds to a need that will be welcomed by many.
“Silymarin CF contains a comprehensive formula that has been scientifically proven to prevent free radical damage caused by oil oxidation, so the vitamin C antioxidant serum not only reduces oiliness and blemishes, it also minimises visible signs of ageing,” Dr. Shobhan added.
Silymarin CF contains a precise antioxidant combination of silymarin, pure vitamin C, and ferulic acid stabilised in a patent-pending delivery system to improve the appearance of oily and blemish-prone skin and reduce visible signs of ageing:
- 0.5% silymarin helps prevent oil oxidation
- 15% pure vitamin C provides powerful antioxidant protection against skin-ageing free radicals
- 0.5% ferulic acid enhances the stability and performance of vitamin C
- 0.5% salicylic acid helps unclog pores and targets blemishes
As a brand committed to in-vivo (live skin) proof, SkinCeuticals conducted multiple independent clinical studies to demonstrate Silymarin CF’s efficacy across key attributes in oily, blemish-prone, and ageing skin. Results demonstrate:
- 16% reduction in oiliness1
- Up to a 76% reduction in oxidation of skin oils2
- 38% improvement in skin texture3
- 25% improvement in clarity3
- 24% improvement in fine lines3
As part of an at-home regimen, Silymarin CF should be applied with a broad-spectrum UVA/UVB sunscreen for daily environmental protection. Optimise results with a SkinCeuticals corrective technology such as Blemish + Age Defence Serum. Visit www.skinceuticals.com.au to locate a dermatologist who can recommend an advanced skincare regimen for individual skin types and concerns.
SkinCeuticals Silymarin CF is available for $228. Stockists and partnering clinics can found at www.skinceuticals.com.au.
1Protocol: a 12-week, single-centre clinical study was conducted on 50 women and men ages 18-50 with oily, blemish-prone skin. Silymarin CF was applied once daily in conjunction with a sunscreen. Results stated at 1 week.
2Protocol: Sebum collected from the forehead of 35 subjects with oily skin, after 4 weeks of Silymarin CF use. The ratio of squalene-to-squalene peroxides was measured.
3Protocol: an 8-week, single-centre clinical study conducted on 55 women ages 25-50 with mild to moderate signs of photodamage. Silymarin CF was applied once daily in conjunction with a sunscreen.
About SkinCeuticals
Founded in 1997, SkinCeuticals discovers, develops, and delivers an advanced line of scientifically backed cosmeceutical skincare treatments. As leaders in antioxidant and sun protection technology, SkinCeuticals products have been shown to dramatically improve visible skin health by protecting skin from environmental damage and improving skin clarity, tone, and texture to minimize the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles. For more information, visit the brand on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, or at skinceuticals.com.
i Global Acne Market Report for 2016-2026: https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/global-acne-market-report-for-2016- 2026-300576931.html
