By Chrissy Iley
I can remember a time not so long ago when there used to be cleanser and moisturiser and eye cream. What is this world of serums? Serums that can brighten. Serums that can de-stress, de-puff, de-age. Serum world is very competitive and it’s a world in which competition is difficult. If you’re a luxury brand with a reputation it’s much easier to just extend your range which is why I always like the brands which are special, which are science based, because I think they’re always more cutting edge, more practical and more useful. NeoStrata is one such range. It’s a standalone pioneer. Its use of retinol has been ground breaking in that it can use it very subtly and cause none of the side effects previously associated with it. The latest is a serum called Bionic Face Serum. Bionic sounds powerful enough and it is. It’s part of their targeted treatment range. It’s results driven, not smell or feel good factor but that said this lightweight gel is an instant mini tingly pick me up for the skin. It produces an instant radiance. My friend who used it said it felt like sex. When I asked her to explain more she giggled. But I know what she means. It has that ultimate glow factor. It makes the skin feel content in a post orgasmic repose.
So the Bionic Face sex Serum is something that you should use daily to tackle fine lines, pore size, skin radiance, laxity and mottled pigmentation. Its 10% lacto bionic acid builds up the skin support structure and protects it by inhibiting the enzyme that breaks down collagen. It has pro vitamins A, C and E to neutralise free radicals and preserve healthy cell DNA.
So that’s the science, the magic is the way it’s so easy to apply and it’s like bathing your skin in an instant glow but the glow isn’t just outer it comes from within. In a world of serums that compete with one another and that can be expensive, you don’t want to be trying too many of them. This one, as they say Stateside, is a keeper and at £42 for 30ml, and not a bank breaker.