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Super Cleansers

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Crystal Clear #SuperCleansers

Your skincare routine can only ever be as good as the canvas you create to apply it. Crystal Clear have included some exciting actives in their range such as Matrixyl 3000 hailed as the wonder skin rejuvenation ingredient along with vitamins, minerals and crushed precious Ruby.

 

BESTSELLER Soothing Cleansing Gel

25ml and 200ml

Cucumber extract moisturises and soothes, Mineral salts and amino acids revitalise and rebalance while vitamin C and vitamin B are emollient, soothing and hydrating.

  • Perfect for all skin types, especially problematic skin.
  • Concentrated soap free foaming cleanser.
  • Removes even the heaviest of makeup while deep cleansing pores.

 

Wipe Away the Years

25ml and 200ml

Crystal Clear believe that even cleansers need to include active anti-ageing ingredients, which is why they have included Matrixyl 3000 a super peptide in Wipe Away the Years creamy cleanser. Hailed as the wonder anti-ageing ingredient, it provides skin rejuvenation benefits while you are cleansing.

 

Deep Cleanse Gel

25ml and 200ml

Perfect for when you like to feel a good old-fashioned deep cleanse and water combination. Now you can Super cleanse and rebalance your skin with Crystal Clear’ refreshing soap free concentrated Deep Cleansing Gel. Actives such as crushed precious Ruby, Salicylic Acid, Matrixyl and Oxygen Complex leaves the skin with a beautiful super cleansed dewy glow.

Miracle Moisturisers & Serums

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Crystal Clear have created a highly effective range of clinical strength moisturisers that are used within the professional clinic and salon treatments but also clients can continue that professional led treatment approach at home. Available in many different formulations such as serums, gels, creams, oils and moisturisers are absolutely an essential defense against skin dehydration.

 

BESTSELLER No Shine Serum

50ml

Take control of the shine

Crystal Clear mattifying moisturiser provides an effective solution for oily and problem skin. Packed with active ingredients including precious stone Tourmalia to take the shine off oily or problematic skin. This mattifying moisturiser is the perfect daytime moisturiser offering potent triple action relief.

 

YOUR #NOFILTERPOWERSERUM

Pharma Grade Hyaluronic Serum

30ml

 

For when you need a second skin

If you are looking for an instant beauty fix while providing the skin with intense hydration look no further as Crystal Clear’s latest serum on the block achieves results in literally 30 seconds, but not to be mistaken with products that create a glue effect Crystal Clear pure hyaluronic works in several ways. Crystal Clear use a combination of high molecular weight and low molecular weight Hyaluronic Acid in the serum which acts like a magnet to the skin. This provides the skin with an instant burst of hydration and moisture-binding power from the high molecular weight Hyaluronic Acid to instantly plump and provide a firming effect. While the low molecular weight can penetrate deep into skin and bind moisture.

 

Skin Repair

25ml, 60ml & 120ml

Crystal Clear Skin Repair moisturiser is one the salon’s firm favourites and is a huge seller. Perfect for both the ladies and the gents this multitasking formula is designed to act as an all-round moisturiser and offers immediate hydration and lasting results, this non-greasy formula is the product of choice for all skin types and ages.

 

  • Clinically proven to restructure the skin.
  • Suitable for all skin types.

Intense Anti-Ageing Moisturiser

25ml & 50ml

Crystal Clear Anti Ageing Moisturiser is like a shot of botox to the skin and delivers an instant hydration hit. Suitable for all skin types especially dry, dehydrated and mature skin. This lightweight but intensive moisturiser, is a perfect choice for skin that needs that little bit more. Packed full of high percentage anti-ageing ingredients such as Matrixyl 3000, Bio-peptides and Synake, hailed as ‘Botox in a bottle’.

 

Protect & Repair SPF40

25ml & 100ml

Crystal Clear Protect & Repair includes highly efficient sunscreens and offers both UVA 20 and
UVB 40 SPF protection. It also contains anti-ageing actives to not only protect but also hydrate. Vitamin E offers excellent anti-oxidant properties while Lupine Extract and Thermus Thermophilis help prevent sunburn, dehydration and ageing. Its photostability offers long-lasting skin protection too.

 

Skin Brightening Complex

25ml, 60ml & 120ml

Skin Brightening Complex is Crystal Clear’s salon professional product and is a clinically proven treatment-based product to treat skin that has lost its radiance or is exhibiting uneven skin tone, sun-damage, age spots, excessive skin pigmentation marks or acne prone skin. Suitable for all skin types and colours.

 

In its clinical trials after one month of use that skin becomes brighter more radiant with excessive pigmented areas diminishing. The skin becomes more homogeneous, brighter and radiant.

 

Rewind 10 Super Charged Face & Neck Moisturiser

60ml

As we age our skin isn’t as resilient to time as we’d like it to be. As the years pass, we lose some of the ‘bounce’ from our skin. The ability to snap back and look fresh and glowing after a long night isn’t the only thing that wanes. Unfortunately, with ageing comes the near inevitability of wrinkles, fine lines and hyper-pigmentation hormonal fluctuations, combine this with any additional sun damage we have, and our age is often betrayed on our faces.

 

Illuminate

25ml & 50ml

Radiance treatment for bright, dewy skin.

Crystal Clear believe that everyone has it within them to shine, which is why they have created one unique formula that solves a wide range of skin problems, to leave you looking youthful and radiant whatever your skin type.

Illuminate Daily Radiance makes the ideal illuminating treatment product as it contains radiance-renewing light reflective particles that instantly wake up the skin and create the perfect base for long-lasting luminous make-up while getting to work on brightening and hydrating the skin.

Matis NEW gift set especially designed for sensitive and reactive skin

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Matis Reponse Delicate Sensibiotic Coffret Set with FULL SIZE free moisturiser

Skincare that works with the skin’s microbiome is one of the biggest beauty trends today, and there is ongoing research on how to use the skin’s microbiome to optimise the efficiency of our skincare products.

The skin’s microbiome is a community of organisms that live on the skin and work as its defence system. Working alongside the skin’s microbiome to support and enhance it results in skin that is soothed, more resistant and relieved.

The Matis Sensibiotic Set contains the Sensibiotic Serum with a FREE full size Sensibiotic moisturiser. The Sensibiotic Serum has 3 complementary actions: –

  • – It rebalances the skin ecosystem
  • – Reduces skin sensitivity
  • – Brings comfort.

An essential product for sensitive skins with a fine and silky texture that envelops the skin with a comforting veil. It offers an immediate soothing feeling and a deep action to reduce sensitivity whilst the tolerance of the skin is improved. Dermatologically tested.

Sensibiotic is a harmonizing treatment enriched in prebiotics, which rebalances the bioflora and preserves the skin barrier. The skin is less attacked, regenerates better and ages slower. The skin is soothed, more resistant, with its full comfort restored. This moisturiser has a soft and delicate texture which envelops the skin in a protective cocoon.

Crystal Clear #superboosters

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Crystal Clear’s clinical strength Super Boosters are the new skincare kids on the block. Supercharged concentrated that you add to your exiting moisturiser to add a huge surge of power when the skin needs a little bit more support. Anything from an extra shot of hydration to anti-redness control or improved skin radiance or simply when you have overdone it and the skin is looking dull and tired.

Redness Erase 30ml

Perfection for skin prone to Rosacea, or that may be displaying excess skin redness caused by external aggressors such as heat, cold or maybe an inflammatory reaction as a result of Acne prone skin, or excess flushing of the skin. This 5 in 1 active addresses redness, inflammation and Rosacea by targeting 5 different biological pathways. Powered by high doses of stabilised Vitamin C, Endothelyol and Bisabolol which are all significantly proven to reduce inflammation leading to Rosacea. Simply add a couple of shots to your existing moisturisers and keep redness at bay.

 

Pollution Defence 30ml

While we may feel we have skincare covered for all skin concerns the new kids on the block are Super Boosters. These highly charged actives create customisable skincare and have been developed because we realise we are failing to address the biggest irritant of all and that is the daily pollution that our skin is exposed to by simply stepping outside. Crystal Clear have used supercharged actives to create a product that is capable of addressing the needs of a skin that is attacked by daily irritants in our pollution fuelled world. A shot of our Pollution Defence Super Booster added to your normal moisturiser will create an invisible barrier and act as a ‘second’ skin catching impurities and halting them penetrating the skin. The added benefit of Pollution Defence is that they contain a whole host of maximum strength scientifically proven actives and Vitamin C to help repair the skin with an added bonus of reducing under eye puffiness and wrinkles.

 

Radiance Enhance 30ml

For when your normal skincare needs an extra boost to create radiant, even toned illuminated skin. Crystal Clear Radiance Enhance Active Booster is specially developed to even the skins tone, helping eliminate pigmentation marks while adding a noticeable illuminative brightness to the skin. Powered by maximum strength scientifically proven vitamins B3, Vitamin C, Aloe Vera, Panthenol and Hyaluronic Acid to not only brighten and lighten but also hydrate the skin.

A Moment in the Sun: Sun Protection Factors

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Do we really know how to protect our skin? SPFs have never been higher, but neither has the rate of skin cancer. According to Cancer Research UK, over 15,400 people develop malignant melanoma each year, compared with around 1800 in the mid-1970s. SPFs are now available in excess of 60, so why aren’t they protecting us?

 

According to Cancer Research 86% of skin cancer cases were preventable.

 

Sun Creams – saviours vs sinners.

Despite using very high SPFs, the numbering system can be misleading. It’s logical to assume that high level SPFs provide twice the protection, but they only block a marginal amount of more rays (SPF 15 blocks 93%) and contain a much greater level of potentially harmful chemicals. High SPFs give a false sense of security, which means people reapply them less frequently and spend longer in the sun. Another contributing factor to the rise of skin cancer is that people don’t apply enough, particularly if the SPF is high. The advice is to cover the skin in a ‘shot and a half’ but in a study published by the journal JAMA Dermatology, only 55% correctly identified the amount required.

Free radical damage

Research has shown that high SPFs can be harmful when left on the skin. Chemical sunscreens are only effective for two-three hours after application. They absorb UV rays during this time, but once they stop working they turn into free radicals which react with DNA cells, increasing the visible signs of ageing and the risk of skin cancer. It’s therefore important to keep reapplying regularly.

Stronger creams contain greater concentrations of sunscreen agents which themselves can be converted into free radicals by exposure to UV ray.

It’s important to remember that SPF only indicates protection from UVB rays, which cause burning, and not UVA which cause photo-ageing so using a broad spectrum cream which protectors against both is key.

 

A second line of defence

If you want to achieve a superior protection again the sun, antioxidants need to be incorporated into your skincare regime. They mop up free radicals generated into the skin from UV exposure, minimising the damaging effects they have on DNA. You also need to apply an antioxidant sunscreen dependent on your skin type. Dr Clay, Beauty Fresh, encourages you to also take supplement form to protect the skin over the whole body: Advanced Nutrition Programme Skin Antioxidant contains a broad spectrum of antioxidants that have proven benefits with regards to UV radiation. Daily use is essential. Studies indicate that even on cloudy dates 80% of radiation from UVA rays breaks through.

Powerful protection boost

Given its impeccable skin nourishing credentials, it’s no surprise that vitamin A helps defend against UV damage. The most powerful sun-protective molecule is the retinyl palmitate form of vitamin A, which in adequate doses, can have a photoprotective effect of SPF20 and gives additional protection against UVA, says Dr Fernandes, Advanced Nutrition Programme. As well as applying topically, it should be taken in supplement form. By using a combination of Vitamin A and Antioxidants, it’s possible to safely expose skin to the sun for no longer than 20 minutes without sunscreen, in order to synthesize vitamin D, which is vital for healthy skin as well as preventing conditions such as osteoporosis and even cancer.

Matis Paris Caviar The Serum

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A luxurious elixir with the anti-ageing properties of French Caviar

Paris, May 2020: Caviar, one of the world’s most highly-prized delicacy and the embodiment of absolute luxury, also has precious anti-ageing and mineral-replenishing powers in skincare.

A luxurious treat for the skin, the secret to caviar’s skin-nourishing properties lies in its vitelline, a substance composed of marine phospholipids and phosphoproteins, both of which are essential cell components. Caviar is also the perfect blend of minerals (calcium, magnesium, silicon, etc.), amino acids, fatty acids (Omega 3, DHA) needed for skin cell membrane formation, vitamins (A, E, C, D and B complex vitamins essential for cellular metabolism) and trace elements (zinc). In short, caviar serves up a balanced blend of all the nutritional elements that skin cells need. These nutrients are essential to maintaining the skin’s cellular balance and giving skin cells the ingredients needed to reconstruct membranes. That’s how caviar extract nourishes and hydrates the skin in depth, stimulates collagen production and regenerates cellular structures, resulting in firmer, plumper skin.

MATIS only uses premium, 100% French-sourced caviar and takes the greatest of care in selecting the most eco-responsible caviar available following regulated production methods, stringent specifications and compliance with anti-pollution and animal welfare norms and standards.

The caviar used by MATIS is particularly rich in essential nutrients, especially in plumping and restructuring proteins and amino acids (arginine, histidine, isoleucine, lysine, methionine, etc.), as well as regenerating, anti-oxidant, collagen synthesis-boosting Vitamin C.

Caviar The Serum, is a supreme elixir with caviar at the heart of its formula that offers a global anti-ageing solution and an exquisite sensory experience. Its exceptional formula with caviar is blended with a potent active ingredient that firms the skin and fights wrinkles, helping the skin recover its beauty and firmness.

 

How to use: Apply morning and/or evening on the face, neck and décolleté before your day/night moisturiser.

You can buy Matis Caviar The Serum online from Beauty Fresh https://beautyfresh.co.uk/products/matis-caviar-the-serum-30ml. £111.99

Matis Preventive

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Starting from 25 years old and due to effects of time, environment and lifestyle, the skin progressively loses its capacity to regenerate. The communication between the skin cells is less efficient, the cell renewal mechanisms slow down and the cellular defence systems weakens. The skin gets tired and begins to show signs of aging. Thanks to targeted products, it is possible to help to prevent the skin from the effects of ageing.

 

The essential range includes:

 

  • HYDRAMOOD-NIGHT

Ultra plumping mask, ideal after short nights

CONCEPT: This turbo-charged moisturizing mask works in unison with the body’s circadian rhythm to hydrate in depth. Its ultra-replenishing night-time texture drenches skin in softness, leaving no residue on your pillow. Its formula harnesses the powers of plumping hyaluronic acid, hydrating aloe vera and ChronoNight complex to boost skin cell renewal. From the first awakening, the complexion appears rested and baby soft, with lines smoothed away, just like after some extra hours of sleep.

 

Intense thirst-quenching serum

CONCEPT: This intense thirst-quenching serum is tailor-made for dehydrated skin types. Its light, creamy gel texture melts into the skin, revitalizing and deeply refreshing it. HydroBooster technology combined with hyaluronic acid works at the heart of the formula, offering intense in depth and surface-level hydration. Moisture levels are replenished for perfectly hydrated skin with improved water balance. Skin is refreshed and deeply moisturized from morning to evening. La peau est fraîche, réellement hydratée jusqu’au soir.

 

24h hydra-protective care

CONCEPT: This round-the-clock hydra protective cream keeps skin looking and feeling its best day after day. Its light, fluid texture is quickly absorbed into the skin. Its dual-action effects combine hyaluronic acid for perfectly hydrated and plumped skin with antioxidant properties of lychee. Skin is hydrated and better protected from the signs of premature aging. Stronger, all its natural beauty and glow is restored.

Hydrating shield care, anti pollution effect

CONCEPT This moisturizing, protective shield is the ultimate secret weapon for erasing visible and invisible signs of pollution. Its lightweight, fastabsorbing texture melts into the skin. Its formula draws on a powerful combination of plant-based goodness and biotechnology prevents multiple airborne pollutants carbon particles, fine nano particles, ozone, etc). Moisture levels are replenished. Skin is stronger and more radiant, perfectly hydrated and able to breathe, for a beautiful, natural glow

 

Ageing signs in progress normal to dry skin

CONCEPT This targeted, expert cream tackles the four key mechanisms that trigger the signs of aging: • Glycation (where collagen and elastin gradually harden, leading to wrinkles) with a powerful peptide; • Oxidation (speeds up aging) with an active antioxidant active ingredient; • Dehydration with high molecular weight hyaluronic acid; • Cell longevity with rice and vine stalks extract which extend cell life; Comfortable and enveloping, thanks to the Illipe butter, its texture is perfect for dry to normal skin types. The skin’s youth capital is protected and activated. Skin is strengthened, protected and perfected.

 

Ageing signs in progress combination to oily skin

CONCEPT This targeted, expert cream tackles the four key mechanisms that trigger the signs of aging: • Glycation (where collagen and elastin gradually harden, leading to wrinkles) with a powerful peptide; • Oxidation (speeds up aging) with an active antioxidant active ingredient; • Dehydration with high molecular weight hyaluronic acid; • Cell longevity with rice and vine stalks extract which extend cell life; Its fine, lightweight texture is ideal for combination to oily skin types. The skin’s youth capital is protected and activated. Skin is strengthened, protected and perfected

 

Face lipid restoring serum

CONCEPT This lipid-restoring serum is the perfect solution for dry to very dry skin types. Silky yet enveloping, its texture intensely nourishes the skin thanks to Shea and Illipe butter content. Its formula is packed full of nutritious goodness in a harmonious blend of peptide-rich white lupin extract to boost lipid synthesis in the epidermis, and antioxidant properties of Damask rose. Skin is nourished, more supple, comfortable and strengthened, with all its natural beauty preserved.

 

Climatis balm, extreme conditions

CONCEPT This balm acts like a true shield, protecting skin from harsh external factors. Its rich, creamy texture envelops skin in a protective cocoon. The synergistic action of its active ingredients, arm the skin to withstand external factors (cold, wind, dryness, bad weather, sudden changes in temperature, etc). Skin is protected, nourished, more supple and feels more comfortable. Stronger, all its natural beauty and integrity is preserved.

GLOWING, INSTANTLY RADIANT SKIN IN JUST 10 MINUTES?

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GLOWING, INSTANTLY RADIANT SKIN IN JUST 10 MINUTES? YOU’RE WELCOME…

Glowing, instantly radiant skin in just 10 minutes? Yep, its true! Tried, tested and loved by thousands. This speedy peel off mask is fool proof. Here is why this miracle mask is a skincare hero and one of Crystal Clear’s best selling products…

Need a quick and effective glow up but haven’t got time on your side? Look no further than Crystal Clear 10 Minute Glow Mask.

Best applied to clean, dry skin in a thin layer, it is designed to renew radiance and revitalise tired, dull looking skin. Powered by Papaya Fruit Extract and Lemon, its scent is as zesty as its components sound.

Set your timer and get excited for the results. Did we mention how exciting it is to peel it off? Just make sure the mask is fully dry before attempting to remove and avoid any wet rooms to prevent the mask from setting.

Packed with rejuvenating active ingredients, this product really performs magic and gets to work penetrating deep into the pores to draw out dirt and impurities, revealing that instant luminous glow.

This mask however has a hidden element in its name, but not its ingredients. Not only is it the perfect pick me up for a flat complexion, it is perfect to tackle problematic and spot prone skin.

The ten minute treatment performs a thorough cleanse. Whilst targeting congested zones and eliminating excess oil underneath the skin, it also removes any unwanted bacteria reducing the probability of future breakouts.

Got a super angry blemish that you want to zap away? It is also perfect to apply directly to smaller areas. Reducing inflammation and size in just minutes.

Recommended use is once or twice a week.

Go and get your glow on!

Parisian Escapes

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Parisian Escapes – Harvest at Montmartre; a beautiful gift set inspired by one of the most iconic Parisian neighbourhoods

Paris, May 2020: This Spring Matis invites you to a sensory trip to Montmartre, one of the most famous Parisian neighbourhoods, with a beautifully illustrated gift set that contains 2 amazing products from Reponse Fondamentale.

Authentik-Beauty is an iconic Matis product and the brand’s oldest formulation. With its enveloping texture, it is suitable for every skin type. It helps to repair, stimulate, moisturise and protect the skin. Its unchanged active ingredients that include Hyaluronic Acid and Mimosa Tenuiflora, have survived throughout the decades and help the skin recover its glow. How to use: Apply morning and evening after your Matis serum.

In the gift set, you will also find a FREE full size Authentik-Scrub. This gentle scrub exfoliates and softly smooths all skin types, whilst preserving their comfort. The dual exfoliating action, mechanical and enzymatic, allows to refine the skin grain and to accelerate the cell renewal. The skin is cleansed from dead cells and impurities, and is left soft, smooth and radiant.

How to use: Apply in circular movements one to two times per week, avoiding the eye contour area. Rinse with cold water.

You can buy the Parisian Escapes – Harvest at Montmartre at Beauty Fresh. £69.99.

For more information please visit https://beautyfresh.co.uk/products/matis-parisian-escapes-set-reponse-fondamentale-authentik-beauty-with-free-authentik-scrub

What are AHAs and BHAs?

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What are AHAs and BHAs?

AHAs are alpha hydroxy acids, a group of organic carboxylic compounds which are water soluble. There are several types of AHAs, however, the most common used in Matis Paris skincare is Glycolic acid which is derived from sugar cane, Lactic acid which is derived from milk and Malic acid which is derived from fruits.

AHAs are commonly used for delivering an efficient and thorough exfoliation, stimulating collagen and blood circulation, correcting discolouration from scarring and age spots, improving fine lines and wrinkles and improving future product absorption.

BHAs are beta hydroxy acids, an organic carboxylic compound which are oil soluble, essentially known as Salicylic acid. This oil soluble BHA has the power to penetrate into the pores and dissolves in sebum. It exfoliates dead skin that builds up inside, making salicylic acid a deep cleaning black head and white head treatment to kill bacteria built up within the pores.

Matis Reponse Purete offers a variety of these acids within its skincare offering.