Neostrata<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Do I use it in my salon?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
It is so gentle that I use it to calm inflammation after peels. I also recommend it for clients using retinoids for the first time to cope with the initial dryness.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
What is it?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Exfoliating moisturiser (12% Pha).<\/p>\n\n\n\n
What is Pha exfoliation?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
8% Gluconolactone (3rd ingredient).<\/p>\n\n\n\n
4% Lactobionic acid (4th ingredient).<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Phas are the more gentle cousin of Ahas \u2013 chemical exfoliants that gently dissolve the glue that sticks dead skin cells to the skin\u2019s surface.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
No physical scrubbing is needed! Phas have a larger molecular structure than Ahas (so they penetrate more slowly and cause less irritation), and they are also natural humectants which help keep the skin hydrated.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Admittedly there is not much research into Phas, but I trust Neostrata<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Admittedly there is not much research into Phas, but I trust Neostrata<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The\u00a0Bionic Cream<\/a>\u00a0has the richest texture of all the Restore range \u2013 almost like a balm.\u00a0Best for normal to dry and dry skins.<\/p>\n\n\n\n My clients all hate the smell!<\/p>\n\n\n\n Read More:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Yes \u2013 the 2nd ingredient. Very silicone-based, which is a shame.<\/p>\n\n\n\n I challenge\u00a0Neostrata<\/a>\u00a0to make a silicone-free moisturiser! <\/p>\n\n\n\n I can see a big difference between clients who use silicone-based products and those who use plant oils. Silicones form a film like clingfilm over the top but do not actually penetrate and strengthen the barrier long-term \u2013 plant oils are more effective.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Meadowfoam seed oil is an excellent oil which calms irritation and hydrates \u2013 if only there was more of it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Ultra-emollient.<\/p>\n\n\n\n My husband has been using it to calm his reddened, flaking skin following a psoriasis outbreak. On the nights he was too tired to follow the routine, I threatened to put it on myself. Neostrata is a true innovator -all their products contain chemical exfoliants. Silicones! Clients love the texture of silicone-based creams because they do not leave a sticky residue, but they are a quick fix and do nothing to strengthen the skin\u2019s barrier long-term.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n I am trying to persuade him to buy it for himself next time!<\/p>\n\n\n\n <\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" Claim \u2018Neostrata Bionic Cream (Pha 12%) forms part of the Restore range, which provides \u2018powerful anti-ageing benefits for sensitive skin\u2019. Neostrata Do I use it in my salon? It is so gentle that I use it to calm inflammation after peels. I also recommend it for clients using retinoids for the first time to cope with […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":5421,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[15,13],"tags":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/charlottewilkesbeautywriter.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/5303"}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/charlottewilkesbeautywriter.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/charlottewilkesbeautywriter.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/charlottewilkesbeautywriter.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/2"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/charlottewilkesbeautywriter.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=5303"}],"version-history":[{"count":4,"href":"https:\/\/charlottewilkesbeautywriter.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/5303\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":9612,"href":"https:\/\/charlottewilkesbeautywriter.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/5303\/revisions\/9612"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/charlottewilkesbeautywriter.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/5421"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/charlottewilkesbeautywriter.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=5303"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/charlottewilkesbeautywriter.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=5303"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/charlottewilkesbeautywriter.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=5303"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}Which skin type?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Controversial ingredients?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
How does it smell?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Silicones?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
How does it feel?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
How long before you see results?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
First of all, his GP prescribed Betnovate RD steroid cream for seven days to calm the inflammation.
However, it is hard to persuade a man to moisturise twice a day, let alone use a serum as well.
For seven days and nights, I nagged him into the following routine:
Before using Neostrata Bionic Face Cream<\/p>\n\n\n![\"A](\"https:\/\/charlottewilkesbeautywriter.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/Before-using-Neostrata-boinic-cream.jpeg\")
Routine AM<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Routine PM<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
At the end of the week, the flaking on the forehead was much improved, but he still had a bit around the nostrils. The redness will take longer.<\/p>\n\n\n![\"A](\"https:\/\/charlottewilkesbeautywriter.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/After-using-Neostrata-Bionic-Face-Cream.jpeg\")
Pros<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
So many anti-ageing products can leave sensitive skin inflamed and irritated, but Bionic Cream intensely hydrates yet gently exfoliates. It fills a gap in the market.<\/p>\n\n\n\nCons<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Would I repurchase?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n