Mini-Spicules
Benefits: Enhances absorption of skincare products, stimulates collagen production, exfoliates, beneficial for large pores.
How It Works: Micro needle-like structures made from sea sponges used in skincare to mimic micro-needling effects.
Skin Type: All Skin Types; not recommended for sensitive skin.
Skin Issues: Acne scars, dullness, fine lines, dehydration, large pores.
PLS Edit: Tosowoong Real Spicule Ampoule
PDRN
Benefits: PDRN stands for Polydeoxyribonucleotide, and it’s a polymer made up of DNA fragments. This ingredient is designed to repair and revitalize our skin at a cellular level.
How It Works: Energizes skin cells and speeds up the skin’s natural regeneration process.
Skin Type: All skin types.
Skin Issues: Hyperpigmentation, fine lines, dullness, uneven skin tone, dehydration or dryness.
PLS Edit: VT PDRN Essence 100
Peptides
Benefits: Stimulates collagen production, enhances elasticity, and improves skin texture.
How It Works: Acts by signalling molecules that communicate with skin cells to produce protein and collagen,
Skin Type: Mature and all skin types.
Skin Issues: Dehydration, fine lines.
PLS Edit: HaruHaru Wonder Centella Phyto & 5 Peptide Concentrate Cream
Ceramides
Benefits: Moisture retention, barrier repair, calms skin irritation, rashes, sensitive skin, anti-aging.
How It Works: Lipids applied topically repairs and protects the skin’s barrier and replenishes our own ceramide production levels.
Skin Type: All Skin types, sensitive skin, acne prone skin.
Skin Issues: Hyperpigmentation, acne, dehydration, dryness, sensitivity.
PLS Edit:, Aestura ATO Barrier 365 Cream
Panthenol
Benefits: Soothing, Calming, hydrating.
How It Works: Provitamin B5 is a multi-purpose ingredient that is good for treating redness, superficial wounds, and protecting skin’s barrier by drawing moisture and soothing properties to the skin.
Skin Type: All Skin Types, Sensitive
Skin Issues: Inflammation, redness, reactive, dry, dehydrated, acne prone.
PLS Edit: Some by Mi Beta Panthenol Repair Toner
Niacinamide
Benefits: Minimizes pores, evens out skin tone, improves elasticity.
How It Works: A vitamin B3 that strengthens the skin barrier and regulates oil production.
Skin Type: Oily and combination.
Skin Issues: Dullness, acne breakouts, acne scars, discolouration, blackheads.
PLS Edit: TIA'M Vita B3 Source Serum
