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Did you know that most shaving related skin concerns are not caused by the razor but are the result of inadequate skin preparation and post shave care?

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optiphi® formulated a two-step, easy and convenient system, to incorporate into your daily shaving routine to improve the shaving experience and reduce trauma to the skin during a shave. To fit into our fast-paced lives, the two-step system can alternatively be used as a cleanser and moisturizer as a daily skincare regime.

‘Trauma associated with poor shaving techniques, inferior products and lack of regular skin care conspire to diminishing the skin barrier, which creates a further challenge to skin health.’ Head of Formulations, optiphi® Research & Development

Skin issues associated with poor hair removal approaches are common and include, irritation, razor burn, even nicks and cuts from grooming as well as trapped or ingrown hairs.

The two-step system specifically targets the skin issues by focussing on shaving in the following ways:

Pre-Shave preparation

The first consideration in pre-shave preparation is to reduce the hair cutting force required, which directly translates in improved shaving comfort. The force required to cut a hair decreases dramatically as hydration increases. The second consideration is exfoliation, to prepare the skin and hair for the shave, creating a smooth shaving surface.

Post-shave treatment

The post-shave focus addresses skin hydration to target razor traumatized skin, while emollients concentrate on protection and lubrication, leaving the skin smooth and soft to minimize razor-related skin problems. Barrier restoration is another key focus after the process of shaving is completed.

PRE

CLEANSE+SHAVE – 150ml – Improved shaving comfort

(R350)

2 Body Curve Cleanse Shave

A viscous foaming gel, that may be used as a daily cleanser and shaving medium, containing a blend of humectants, to provide a protective anti‐friction layer. The clever formulation improves razor glide for a smoother, more comfortable shaving experience and assists in locking moisture in the hair.

Benefits:

Cleansing and exfoliating aids in the removal of sebum and residues that may interfere with shaving
Antimicrobial and calming properties
Hydration of the hair which softens the hair
Release of trapped hairs
Reduce the incidence of nicks and cuts
Reduction of friction between the blade system and skin surface

Actives:

Vitamin B5 (D-Panthenol)

Swells hair and prevent extra-follicular penetration
Potent humectant that aids in the absorption of moisture, causing the hair stem to swell

Azelaiec acid

Antimicrobial properties, aims to reduce growth rate of bacteria associated with infection of ingrown hairs
Soothes and calms redness, anti-bacterial and exfoliating effects

Glycolic acid

Exfoliates, enhancing the release of hair and prevent trans-follicular penetration
Targets the prevention of present and potential ingrown hairs
Prevents the build-up of dead cells and damaged skin cells in turn preventing ingrown hair

Malic acid

Enhances exfoliation to release hair and prevent trans-follicular penetration
Enhanced exfoliation smoothes skin texture to fade discoloration and unclog pores
Promotes cell turnover, leaving skin brighter and more even

Application

Dispense a small amount onto the fingertips and lather onto a wet skin. Shave as per usual, or use daily as a cleanser.

POST SHAVE – 50ml – Soothing Skin Protection

(R450)

The post shave serum can either be used as a soothing and protecting medium after shaving, or as a daily oil-free moisturiser. It is a fast absorbing, easy to spread gel-serum for all day hydration, designed to deliver moisture, barrier building properties, antioxidants, vitamins, minerals and peptides to limit redness, irritation, excess heat and post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation.

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Benefits

Assists the alleviation of redness, burning and swelling
Strengthens the skin’s natural defences to tolerate stress better
Soothes irritated and damaged skin
Targets restoration and maintenance of barrier function

Actives

Ectoin

Powerful stress protecting molecule which binds to surrounding water molecules creating a protective shell around cells, enzymes and proteins which in turn prevents cell damage
Soothes irritated and damaged skin
Supports repair and improvement of damaged, aged or stressed and irritated skin, promotes skin barrier repair and long-term hydration
Increases anti-pollution efficacy and blue light protection, while supporting a healthy skin microbiome

Niacinamide (Vitamin B3)

Decrease water loss, by assisting the skin in improving its natural production of skin-strengthening ceramides
Improves brightness of skin, reduces blotchiness and uneven skin tone
Boosts anti-oxidant activity
Assists in the regulation of sebum secretion
Helps visibly minimize enlarged pores, tighten lax pores

A powerful blend of Butylene Glycol+Hydrogenated Lecithin+Sodium Oleate+Oligopeptide-68+Disodium EDTA

Inhibitory action on dark spot formation for a brightening effect
Biomimetic peptide encapsulated in a phospholipid liposome enhances skin penetration and continuous release in skin

Boswellia Serrata Gum

Ecocert® approved
Supports a powerful soothing action for sensitive or over-reactive skin types
Assists in reduced irritation for sensitive skin formulations or shaving

Chamomile

Ecocert® approved
Anti-irritation effect, targets skin soothing
Enhances skin protection and acts as a free radical scavenger

Disodium Acetyl Glucosamine Phosphate

Addresses 3 key aspects of skin repair (control of the inflammatory processes, activation of remodelling mechanisms, and stimulation of skin restructuring)
Targets superficial lesions – erase small scratches, sunburns, and superficial injuries

Methoxypropanediol

Sensory agent – provides cooling effect to the skin
Works by directly stimulating nerve ending receptors to produce a cooling sensation
Provides a long- lasting cooling effect which builds gradually during the first 20 minutes after application

Co-Enzyme Q10+Carnitine

Helps with skin detoxification and defence against physical and chemical aggressions

Tripeptide-33

Assists in damage-prevention to DNA and proteins caused by UV radiation
Aids in the prevention of photo aging
Fights the detrimental effects of UV radiation in human skin, protecting DNA, thus avoiding the appearance of premature aging signs
Promotes DNA repair activity

Silybum Marianum Fruit Extract

Helps delay the glycation process and prevent oxidative aging
Enhances anti-aging and anti-glycation

Tetrapeptide-30

Visibly diminishes hyperchromatic spots and brightens the skin
Aids in the reduction of acne lesions
Alleviates melasma on ethnic skin

Malachite extract

Effective at increasing the amounts of collagen and elastin produced by fibroblasts, this helps to give a youthfulness glow to the skin

Application

Dispense 1 pump onto fingertips and apply to the shaven area or onto entire face, morning and evening. Once applied to the face after shaving, a slight tingling sensation may be experienced for up to 5 seconds in impaired barrier skins. With continual use, the condition of the skin will improve, and the sensitivity will subside. A daily application of SPF is recommended.

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Where to buy?

Visit www.optiphi.com to locate your nearest optiphi®professional.

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Rochelle Friedman

Aesthetic Appointment | Website

Rochelle is the founder and driving force behind Aesthetic Appointment. With a passion for the aesthetics and pro-ageing industry in South Africa, she has been in the aesthetic publishing industry since 2012, dedicated to creating a valuable platform for insights and knowledge, bridging the gap between patients and doctors - delivering reliable, medical-based information. Rochelle firmly believes in the power of a good skincare regimen, especially when started at home, and is committed to educating consumers about the myriad of treatments, procedures, and products available to them.