Research has shown that many Irish consumers are heavily invested in their skin care routines, seeking products to make their skin look its best, particularly interested in preventing signs of ageing. There has been significant innovation within skin care in recent years, particularly within anti-ageing and multifunctional products.
Due to Covid-19 there are some purchasing habits that have changed. Frequent hand washing and sanitisation can cause dryness, sensitivity and soreness which has led to an increasing number of people presenting to pharmacies with contact dermatitis.
The Finalists in this Category are:
Skincare by Sacha
Skincare by Sacha is a beauty brand with a strong emphasis on delivering effective and palpable results through our SS89 products. Our brand is dedicated to using high-quality and expertly formulated ingredients suitable for all skin types. Our emphasis on skin-loving formulas shows our commitment to both the effectiveness and gentleness of our products.
Our belief in beauty for all and the idea that everyone deserves to feel their most beautiful aligns with our brand’s mission to inspire confidence. We have collaborated with experts to create products that genuinely care for the skin and produce real results adding credibility to our brand’s commitment to quality.
Our overall message is one of inclusivity, confidence, and the pursuit of beauty through products that prioritise both effectiveness and skin health.
Q+A Vitamin C Brightening Serum
Q+A Vitamin C Brightening Serum is an antioxidant-rich serum formulated to boost radiance for an all-year-round glow. The hybrid formula is fast absorbing but still provides the hydration you’d expect from your favourite daily moisturiser to prime and prep your skin.
Whilst Vitamin C can become unstable when exposed to sunlight, turning yellow in colour and reducing its effectiveness, Q+A uses a special encapsulation for a stable formula from first drop to the last! A Volcanic Soil encapsulation creates a barrier to protect Vitamin C from oxidising whilst seamlessly blending it with other ingredients for maximum benefit on every application. With an added boost of skin plumping Hyaluronic Acid, it’s ready to combat dull and lacklustre skin.
In overview, Q+A is much loved by our online community of fans and customers alike, with an engaging audience on social media platforms including an abundance of support from influencer accounts organically and paid.
Elave Daily Skin Defence SPF45
Elave Daily Skin Defence SPF45 No.108 contains a unique combination of oil-free emollients to hydrate the skin, together with high UVA & UVB protection. The Invisible Zinc is absorbed quickly and the Vitamins B5 & E anti-oxidant enriched formula helps protect skin and repair environmental skin damage.
Recommended for all skin types, including dry, sensitive, delicate & reactive skin.
NO SULFATES, SLS, SOAP, PERFUME, MI, ALCOHOL, COLOURS & MORE.
Sun protection factor SPF45 to protect skin every day from signs of UV exposure such as dark spots, roughness and loss of elasticity.
• Enriched with Vitamins B5, C & E
• Light, easy to use formula for use under makeup or without makeup
• Oil-Free formula to prevent clogging of pores
• Beneficial for all skin types even sensitive skin
• Dermatologically approved & safety tested anti-irritation formula
Bio-Oil Skincare Oil
Bio-Oil Skincare Oil was the first oil to be submitted to clinical trials and prove that it could improve the appearance of scars and stretch marks. Today, it is the world’s leading scars and stretch mark product, recommended by midwives and dermatologists. In clinical trials, after 8 weeks of use, 97% of participants saw an improvement in the appearance of stretch marks and 92% saw an improvement in the appearance of scars.
The Skincare Oil contains the breakthrough PurCellin Oil for better absorption and includes a combination of plant extract oils like Chamomile, Lavender, Rosemary and Calendula carefully selected for their healing, anti-inflammatory and soothing benefits. It also includes Vitamin A & E to help improve uneven skin tone, ageing and dehydrated skin.
Neostrata 15% Vitamin C + PHA Serum
Neostrata 15% Vitamin C + PHA Serum is a potent, brightening face serum powered by pure 15% Vitamin C (L-Ascorbic Acid) clinically proven to target the look of dark spots, fine lines and wrinkles and other signs of photoaging for skin that appears dramatically brighter, more even and youthful.
A gold standard in Vitamin C serum, this unique powerhouse formula features four potent antioxidants (Vitamin C, Polyhydroxy Acid, Feverfew and Green Tea Extract) in every drop for brighter, more radiant skin in just one week.
This lightweight and easy-to-absorb formula glides on smoothly and gives skin a boost of L-Ascorbic Acid (Pure Vitamin C), Feverfew Extract, Green Tea and Gluconolactone (Polyhydroxy Acid) to provide skin with antioxidant protection from external aggressors and oxidative stress, helping to diminish visible skin discolouration and even skin tone.
