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Sun Ceutic 50 – Anti-Aging Sun Protection

Bicarb paste, baby oil and the smell of boiling hot tan cans. Those are the first images that come to mind when I think of tanning when I was at school. I can remember my mom and her friends lying next to the pool for days on end during the summer holidays and the kids picking at the scabs that formed on their foreheads and noses after spending hours in the pool. Back then nobody was really bothered by the fact that burning yourself to a crisp to get that beautiful bronze tan was actually the worst idea in the world. No hats, no shade and definitely no sunscreen.

Luckily we now know better, but for some of us most of the damage has been done. The older I get, the more the pigmentation and sun spots are starting to show. Let that be a warning to you! I am only 36 and I have huge sun spots on my legs… like an old antie.

I am trying my best to look after my skin a bit better, but to be honest I still struggle to apply sunscreen to my face every day. Most of the products I have tried either leave me feeling like I’m wearing a mask and I’m being suffocated or it makes my skin extremely oily. So I usually try to use moisturisers and foundations that contain an SPF, but I realise that it isn’t always enough.

I think I may have found my holy grail sunscreen…  Dermaceutic’s Sun Ceutic 50.

‘Dermaceutic Sun Ceutic is more than just a sunscreen: it combines the benefits of the powerful stem cell stimulator phycosaccharide AIP, hyaluronic acid and aloe vera. Its microdispersed mineral filters guarantee perfect transparency. It contains both physical and chemical UVA and UVB protecting ingredients and powerful anti-ageing agents.’
‘Dermaceutic Sun Ceutic is more than just a sunscreen: it combines the benefits of the powerful stem cell stimulator phycosaccharide AIP, hyaluronic acid and aloe vera. Its microdispersed mineral filters guarantee perfect transparency. It contains both physical and chemical UVA and UVB protecting ingredients and powerful anti-ageing agents.’

First things first: it contains effective UVA/UVB filters with SPF 50. That’s what you want; very high protection. That’s great, but what I love about this product is that it doesn’t feel greasy at all. It feels like a light moisturiser that sinks into my skin. After it’s absorbed, I can’t feel it at all. It doesn’t cause excess oiliness and shine and it doesn’t affect my make-up in any way. It’s like it’s not even there. My skin is also very sensitive and prone to eczema. I have not had any negative reactions to this product. That’s probably because it contains no Oxybenzone, Octocrylene, Paraben or fragrance.

I highly recommend this sunscreen, especially if you have sensitive and/or oily skin.

RRP R400.

Contact Conquest to find a stockist near you.

xoxo

 

*Disclaimer: This product was supplied for review purposes. I have not received compensation for this post and the opinion on the product is my own.

 

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Dermaceutic Milk Peel review

About two weeks ago I got the opportunity to go for a Dermaceutic Milk Peel at the lovely Solace Therapy in Cape Town. Now, if someone offers me a peel to try, I’m going to jump at the chance. I LOVE peels.

About the Dermaceutic Milk Peel:

Milk Peel Treatment is a clinically-tested chemical peel system that targets dull skin, fine lines, folliculitis, and complexion irregularities. This superficial medical-grade peel restores luminosity, boosts collagen production, and leaves patients with a natural, more even complexion. Thanks to its gentle formulation and an in-clinic protocol designed to leave patients with minimal downtime, Milk Peel treatment is a progressive alternative to laser treatments and highly concentrated peels. Suitable for all skin types and phototypes, Milk Peel is an ideal “maintenance treatment” for any time of year.

milk-peel

The active ingredients in Milk Peel Treatment are glycolic acid, salicylic acid, and lactic acid. The specific formulation of these fruit acids exfoliates and dekeratinizes the skin and dissolves excess oil.

Glycolic acid – removes impurities and dead cells; the small glycolic molecule easily penetrates the epidermis, and its acidic pH accelerates exfoliation by destroying the links that bind dead cells together.

Salicylic acid – causes a chemical reaction that reduces intercorneocyte cohesion, and destroys lipids that bind the outer cells of the epidermis.

Lactic acid – is a humectant, which draws moisture into the skin, and removes pigment by inhibiting tyrosinase.

Now that you know how it works and what it does, here are my thoughts:

The procedure was quick and simple. My skin was cleansed, the peel was applied, and again removed after only a couple of minutes and a serum was applied. You can really have this done in your lunch time… and still have time for lunch. The peel did sting, but it was not unbearable. I kinda liked it; it means something was happening. When I got up to look in the mirror, I was really surprised. My skin looked better than it did when I walked in, with make-up on my face. A-Freaking–Mazing! My skin was glowing. Before my wedding I went for regular peels and my skin looked great but only after a couple days. There was a lot of peeling. With the Milk Peel I experienced none of that. My skin was silky smooth and bright. I love the results. And my skin still looks great almost two weeks later.

Highly recommended!!

RRP: R450 (depending on where you have it done and whether you have additional treatments added to the peel or not). It is recommended that you initially have a course of four peels, done at two week intervals, and then once a month as maintenance.

Contact Conquest to find a salon near you.

xoxo

 

*Disclaimer: This treatment was supplied for review purposes. I have not received compensation for this post and the opinions on the treatment/products are my own.