When I discover a new brand, I am always curious to learn the story behind it. There are many brands that purify start with the business perspective, cashing in the fame like celebrity brands, where founder has the means and opportunity to start a new business so they invest in ever growing beauty industry.
I am however referring to the niche brands. Stories behind these brands are usually inspiring and give us a glimpse on the thought process and hard work of the founders who envisioned something, dedicated their time and resources to materialize that vision and then kept working to make their creations better and better.
I love natural brands as much as any conscious consumer but when it comes to skincare, to treats serious skincare concerns, science and research backed brands and products hold a special place in my heart and on my vanity.
Cellcosmet is a brand that excels in result driven skincare powered by Cellular Science. The founder Roland Pfizer used his cellular science research towards cellular vitality which eventually lead to the birth of Cellcosmet.
I had the opportunity to try some of their products over several weeks when brand kindly sent me a selection based on my skin concerns and now that I have a good sense of products , I am ready to share them with you.
Cellcosmet Active Tonic
Active tonic is a radiance revealing, skin balancing toner. As the first step after cleansing, this toner provides gentle micro-exfoliation while tanning, refreshing and preparing skin for the better absorption of the skincare products that follow. It rebalances skin’s PH after cleansing. Gentle micro exfoliating complex combined with Rose extract gives a boost of hydration along with mild surface exfoliation.
I find it very pleasant to use. It faintly smells of roses mixed with a hint of spice. To my nose, scent is rather uplifting and refreshing without being perfume-y. I apply it on my face and neck with a cotton pad going in circular up and out motion and do feel a mild sensation that is not to be confused with tingling of general exfoliating toners. It is more like a soft sensation of product working. Texture is watery and without any tacky or sticky feel to it. It absorbs super fast without any residue product left behind.
My skin feels very soft and well hydrated and ready for the serum or treatment that comes after. I have a variety of serums and treatments in my morning and evening skincare rotation and they all work well on top of this toner. Active tonic is available in two sizes, 90ml/$90 and 250ml/$125
Cellcosmet Preventive
Next meet Cellcosmet Preventive: Age delaying, revitalizing cellular protecting moisturizer. A silky cream formulated to deeply moisturize, revitalize and brighten the look of skin. It prevents the visible signs of premature aging by supporting the skin’s natural production of collagens and elastins while protecting skin from the external stressors responsible for premature aging. Formula of this cream is very unique choke full of active ingredients
- Cytopep Cellular Extracts: Rich in proteins, peptides, fibronectin, actin and keratin, these extracts revitalize skin, strengthen skin’s barrier, improve elasticity and help retain moisture.
- Postbiotics Complex: Composed of three marine-origin ferments, this complex reveals skin’s natural radiance, helps maintain skin’s barrier function and makes skin feel firmer.
- Oleo Complex: Powered by almond oil, olive oil, flax seed oil and borage oil, it protects skin from external elements and restores softness and suppleness.
- Hydraprotect Film Complex: This complex forms a protective, breathable film, like a second skin to moisturize, sooth and protect skin from external elements.
Now on to my experience, This moisturizer has the most beautiful silky texture that feels luxurious on skin. I love how it melts into my skin and gives it an instant boost of hydration and glow without being heavy on my oily skin. It has a very soft, hardly there floral scent and it absorb beautifully in the skin without any residue. I tried it under a few different foundations and sunscreens and didn’t notice any issues like pilling or shifting. Cellcosmet Preventive comes in a 50ml jar that retails for $300.
A closer look at the textures before we move on to the next product
Cellcosmet CellUltra Eye Serum-XT
Last Cellcosmet product on my vanity and probably my most favourite so far is Cellultra Eye Serum-XT. This is a highly targeted treatment for puffiness and dark circles.This innovative eye serum is clinically proven to instantly hydrate and refresh tired eyes, reduce appearance of puffiness and dark circles, brighten eye area and smooth& soften the lines and wrinkles. Ingredients break down is impressive
- Eye Revival Marine Complex: A combination of probiotics, green tea, pomegranate and special plankton extract, this marine complex brightens dark circles, tones skin, soothe fine lines and wrinkles and help diminish the appearance of eye bags
- Anti-Fatigue Complex: Reduces the appearance of eyeballs with chrysanthellum and ivy extracts.
- Vitamin B3: Moisturizes the skin and brightens the complexion
- Swiss Glacier Water: Rich in potassium, calcium, magnesium and silicon to moisturize the skin
Metal applicator is designed to apply the serum effectively while massaging the skin around eyes. starting from the inner corner of eyes to the under eye area, moving outward all the way uptown the brow bone.
I have hereditary eye bags that are probably my biggest skin concern (along with Melasma) Even though I do not have permanent dark circles but I suffer from chronic nerve pain which often lead to restless nights resulting in fatigued eyes with shadows around them. Though I can not say that This serum has completely eliminated my eye bags but I can confidently say I see some improvement. After applying this eye serum and following with a massage with the metal applicator, my eye bags look less pronounced and my eye are looks more fresh and awake. It is also very hydrating and one can get away with eye serum only but I am a creature of habit so I do apply an eye cream on top and it works great. I do not feel any heaviness around my eyes. Cellultra Eye Serum-XT comes in a 15ml size for $230
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