Renude

This ultra lightweight but super hydrating emulsion is loaded with niacinamide, alongside 3 different weights of hyaluronic acid (which absorb to different layers of the skin to maximise hydration), ceramides to support the natural skin barrier and algae extracts to offer antioxidant protection.

Adenosine is a well-researched anti-ageing and soothing ingredient. It is produced naturally in the body, but can also be derived from yeast. It works by stimulating the skin's own collagen production process, to reduce the appearance of wrinkles. It also has anti-inflammatory and barrier repair benefits, so is a fantastic multi-functional skincare ingredient.

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Algae is an incredibly interesting natural ingredient source. It is essentially an underwater plant, designed to get its food from sunlight, much like any other plants, although from much more challenging conditions. There are many types of algae (kelp, laminaria, microalgae), but in general in all its forms it acts as a powerful antioxidant, protecting from free radical damage, as well as being able to hydrate the skin and deliver naturally-occurring vitamins into the skin.

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Asiatic acid is one of the active constituents found in Centella Asiatica (also known as Gotu Kola or Tiger grass). This plant has been used for centuries in Eastern medicine for it’s healing properties.

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Centella Asiatica (also known as Gotu Kola or Tiger grass) has been used for centuries in Eastern medicine for its healing properties. It contains phytochemicals which research shows can stimulate blood flow, strengthen the skin and provide antioxidant protection, all of which combined accelerate the wound healing process.

It is also believed to have the ability to stimulate the fibroblasts to produce type 1 collagen, which further supports wound healing as well as providing anti-ageing benefits. Collagen is also a protein whose production decreases with age, and is essential for maintaining skin firmness & smoothness, so this collagen-boosting property gives the added benefit of reducing wrinkles and firming the skin. It has also been shown to stimulate the production of hyaluronic acid in the skin, another molecule whose production slows with age, but is essential for keeping skin looking hydrated, plump & youthful.

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Ceramides are long chains of lipids, which occur naturally within the epidermis. Their function is to hold the skin cells together by creating a barrier against water-loss from the inside-out, and external aggressors from the outside-in. They make up almost 50% of our skins composition, but they can be depleted by UV, free radicals & pollution, and their production also naturally slows with age. This leads to an impaired skin barrier, which results in dry, rough skin with more visible wrinkling and redness. Applying ceramides topically can increase the levels of ceramides in the epidermis, and therefore supports the natural healthy functioning of the skin.

Cholesterol is a fatty acid which occurs naturally in the skin’s lipid barrier. Applying cholesterol topically supports the skin barrier, reducing trans-epidermal water loss (TEWL), and maintaining healthy skin functioning. Strengthening this lipid barrier also leads to improved skin hydration, which in turn leads to smoother, plumper, younger-looking skin.

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Our outer layer of the skin, the stratum corneum, has a multilamellar structure (essentially a fine membrane), made up of lipids (fats), to form a non-permeable barrier. This keeps water inside the skin, and acts as the first defense against external aggressors. The lipids which make up the majority of this are known as ceramides, which are produced naturally in the body from a range of other naturally-occurring lipids, which we class here as essential lipids (not the same as essential fatty acids, which are deemed ‘essential’ as the body cannot produce these naturally.) Using these lipids in skincare helps to support the natural skin barrier, preventing water-loss to keep skin hydrated and balanced.

Glycerin is a humectant present in all natural lipids. It works to attract water molecules towards it, plumping & hydrating the applied area, resulting in smooth, soft, hydrated skin. It is one of the most widely used humectants in skincare, due to it’s high performance and broad availability (making it very cost-effective). Recent research has shown that it’s ability to penetrate the layers of the skin is superior to that of low molecular weight hyaluronic acid, making it a brilliant choice for overall skin hydration, and suitable for all skin types.

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Hyaluronic acid is a polysaccharide which occurs naturally in the body. Hyaluronic acid works as an extremely powerful humectant, able to attract 1000x its own weight in water, to immediately plump and hydrate the area it is applied to. The body’s own production of hyaluronic acid slows with age, so supplementing this ingredient in topical formulations helps to support the skin’s natural moisture-binding, anti-ageing mechanisms.

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Niacinamide, also known as Vitamin B3 and Nicotinamide, has many skincare benefits. Firstly, it regulates sebum production in the skin, which in turn reduces blemishes and visible pore size. It also reduces facial redness by improving microcirculation, which means moving the blood inside the capillaries away from the face to reduce visible redness. It also has the ability to strengthen the natural lipid barrier of the skin by encouraging ceramide production (the building blocks which seal our skin cells together), which in turn increases the hydration within the epidermis. Lastly, niacinamide works to help reduce hyperpigmentation by blocking melanin from being deposited on the skin cells.

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Prime and hydrate your complexion with the AHC Aqualuronic Emulsion. This ultra-nourishing face cream is powered by a cocktail of beneficial ingredients that work to replenish the look of dry, thirsty skin. Designed to be used before your preferred moisturiser, the lightweight gel texture glides effortlessly onto the face without clogging or congesting the pores. Triple Hyaluronic Acid releases a quick burst of hydration to the visage, while Ceramides help to strengthen the skin’s natural moisture barrier while defending against environmental aggressors. French Sea Water tackles dryness as it seeks to balance the complexion with its restorative properties.

This lightweight hydrating serum is loaded with niacinamide, alongside 3 different weights of hyaluronic acid (which absorb to different layers of the skin to maximise hydration), ceramides to support the natural skin barrier and algae extracts to offer antioxidant protection.

Drench your complexion in nourishing goodness with the AHC Aqualuronic Serum. Innovative and cleverly-designed, the unique facial serum was based on the Korean Aesthetic Clinic Approach, making it highly reliable and effective. The lightweight formula glides across the skin, absorbing fast to avoid ever feeling greasy, sticky or heavy.

A potent yet kind-to-skin infusion of Ceramides and French Sea Water creates a powerful veil of moisture, locking in hydration for long-lasting, enviable smoothness. The gel texture of the serum is cooling and refreshing, invigorating the senses and allowing you to face the day. The gel-like texture also intensely quenches your skin of thirst, minimising the appearance and feel of dryness and coarseness. The serum is finished with three kinds of Hyaluronic Acid, renowned for its ability to reduce the look of fine lines and wrinkles, leaving the illusion of a firmer, plumper base with a youthful glow.

We love this hydrating toner as it's full of so many active ingredients to provide multi-functional benefits to the skin. It contains niacinamide, alongside with 3x weights of hyaluronic acid (which absorbs to different layers of the skin, for maximum hydration), and ceramides and cholesterol to help support the natural skin barrier.

Give your skin an extra burst of hydration with the AHC Aqualuronic Toner, inspired by the revered Korean Aesthetic Clinic approach practised in Seoul’s spas. With a lightweight, watery consistency, the toner absorbs easily into skin without causing unwanted congestion, greasiness or stickiness.

The toner is formulated using French Sea Water and Ceramides, helping to protect and maintain your skin’s natural moisture barrier to keep hydration locked in. Triple Hyaluronic Acid with three different molecular weights keeps water deeply absorbed, banishing dehydration and dryness. Your complexion will appear supple, soft and revived with a healthier-looking radiance. Experience a soothing, cooling sensation as the toner forms an effective seal against water loss.

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