Face Theory launched some interesting new products this summer and I’ve been slowly incorporating them into my routines. I really like the Face Theory products because they’re relatively affordable, and you often get multi-functional formulas with some fantastic ingredients.
There latest launches focus on the power of peptides. I love peptides. I use them in every single routine, whether that be via a serum or a moisturiser.
Peptides are the fundamental building blocks of your skin. They are essentially particles of protein (such as collagen, elastin and keratin) that are named amino acid chains. If you broke these chains of amino acids down, eventually you would be left with short chains of amino acids called peptides.
When you apply peptides topically to the skin, they act as messengers to the skin cells and trigger skin cells to build elastin and collagen. This in turn makes the skin look and act younger. However, this takes time to do, hence why it is not an overnight miracle.
Some of the new launches from Face Theory include:-
S8 Pro Polypep Collagen Boosting Serum
What is it?
This is a peptide-based serum designed to fight signs of ageing by stimulating collagen production and gently exfoliating. It’s extremely hydrating on the skin, gives a little plumping action and over time it’ll help with those pesky fine lines and wrinkles.
Targets
Fine Lines & Wrinkles, Lack of Firmness, Dehydration/Dryness.
What’s in it?
Peptides – Helps reduce fine lines & wrinkles and stimulates collagen production.
PHA’s (Gluconolactone) – A gentle chemical exfoliant which helps exfoliate dead skin cells, giving the skin a glow.
Centella Asiatica – Calming, moisturising and soothing on the skin.
Turmeric Root – Provides antioxidant protection.
Who is it for?
This is for you if you have concerns around the signs of ageing.
How to use
You can use this day or night or both. Simply apply within your serum stage of your routine and you’re good to go.
Price
£39.00 for 30ml
Eye1 Pro Ocuwake Eye Cream
What is it?
This is a reformulation of their already popular eye cream that now contains peptides to help with those signs of ageing around the eye area. It has such a nice hydrating, silky texture and really helps my eye area feel more alive. Dehydration/Dryness.
Targets
Fine Lines & Wrinkles, Lack of Firmness, Dehydration/Dryness.
What’s in it?
Peptides – Helps reduce fine lines & wrinkles and stimulates collagen production.
Vitamin C – Provides antioxidant protection and helps brighten the skin.
Hexylresorcinol – Helps brighten dark cirlces.
Ginkgo Biloba – Provides antioxidant protection and helps firm the skin.
Who is it for?
Anyone looking for a nice hydrating eye cream. Someone who wants to help prevent ageing around the eye area. Anyone who has sensitive eyes and woud like something gentle.
How to use
You can also use this day or night or both. Simply massage a small amount around the eye area.
Price
£31.00 for 15ml
M3 Pro Supergel Moisturiser
What is it?
An oil-free gel to hydrate and moisturise congested and acne-prone skin. Yes, even those skin types need hydration contrary to popular belief. It has a really nice moisturising texture, but it’s not enough for my dry skin.
Targets
Dehydration, Dryness, Blemishes, Breakouts.
What’s in it?
Betaine & Hyaluronic Acid – Acts as a humectant, attracting and retaining water in the skin, resulting in a more hydrated, plumper skin.
Niacinamide – Minimises pores, brightens and evens skin tone, regulates sebum production and helps maintain a healthy skin barrier.
Salicylic Acid – Helps prevent and reduce breakouts by unclogging blocked pores and exfoliating dead skin cells.
Vitamin C – Brightens the skin, stimulates collagen, provides antioxidant protection.
Who is it for?
I’d say people with oily, combination or normal skin types. Also those prone to blemishes.
How to use
You can use this day or night or both. Simply massage into your face after your serums, and before your sunscreen if using in your morning routine.
Price
£24.00 for 50ml
If you fancy giving any of these a try, using code SKINT_SKINCARE at checkout will get you 20% off your order at facetheory.com. You can use this code against the whole Face Theory range, not just the products listed above.
Which one do you like the sound of the most?
