Soap, Perfumery and Cosmetics: The key global trends shaping the aesthetic segment

“Basically, skin ageing is the result of increased breakdown of collagen and elastin combined with a decrease in the ability of the body to repair itself. A good skin regimen is going to address both of these issues,” says San Antonio, Texas-based dermatologist Vivian Bucay. “Newcomers include Alastin Skin Nectar and Alastin Restorative Skin Complex, which contain a patent-pending technology called TriHex, shown to enhance extracellular matrix recycling. Think of it as clearing out damaged collagen and elastin to create an optimal environment for natural skin regeneration through the production of healthy collagen and elastin. I have patients use Skin Nectar for two to six weeks prior to laser resurfacing and chemical peels, and continue for a few weeks post procedure before switching to Alastin Restorative Skin Complex for maintenance. Extracellular matrix optimisation is truly a new paradigm in the approach to professional skin care.”