Artifact – Luminous Peel Prep 4 fl oz

$68.00

This smoothing toner, Luminous Peel Prep,

is a brilliant concept that acts like a time release formula for wrinkle and pigmentation reduction. It has a gentle effect on breakouts and its natural smell comes from its main ingredient. Sugar!

Unlike other formulas that include Glycolic acid (2% in this case) this product is non-drying. A rare “Artifact” indeed makes this unusual piece of skincare able to dust off those old cells in no time.

The end result is a youthful and glowing skin, ready to accept further treatment.

  • GLUTEN FREE
  • VEGAN
 

Description

Luminous Peel Prep: A Multi-Functional Exfoliating and Brightening Solution for Professional and Home Care
Introduction:
Luminous Peel Prep is a multi-functional solution designed to prepare the skin for advanced treatments in both professional and home settings. Estheticians use it to degrease and prime the skin for chemical or enzyme peels, such as Dr. Peelgood ensures maximum effectiveness by removing excess oil and impurities. At home, clients can incorporate it into their daily routine as a toner or for specialized uses like post-waxing care and as a natural deodorant. This gentle yet effective product promotes skin brightness, smoothness, and clarity, offering a versatile solution for skin health.
Scientific Insights:
1. Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract:
Soothing and anti-inflammatory, aloe vera calms and hydrates, ideal for prepping the skin before treatments.
2. Saccharum Officinarum (Sugar Cane) Extract:
A natural source of glycolic acid, it gently exfoliates and brightens, revealing more radiant skin.
3. Mandelic Acid:
This AHA exfoliates and brightens while being gentle on sensitive skin, improving texture and tone.
4. Alpha-Arbutin:
A brightening agent that reduces dark spots and uneven skin tone by inhibiting melanin production.
5. Kojic Acid:
Known for its skin-lightening effects, kojic acid helps reduce hyperpigmentation and melasma.
6. Hamamelis Virginiana (Witch Hazel) Extract:
A natural astringent that reduces oiliness and tightens pores, preparing the skin for treatments.
7. Tranexamic Acid:
Reduces hyperpigmentation and brightens by inhibiting pigment transfer, evening out skin tone.
8. Glycolic Acid:
A deep-penetrating AHA that breaks down dead cells and stimulates collagen production, promoting smoother skin.
9. Glycyrrhiza Glabra (Licorice) Root Extract:
Anti-inflammatory and brightening, it soothes irritation and reduces pigmentation, ideal for sensitive skin.
10. Calamine:
Soothes irritated skin and reduces redness, making it suitable for sensitive post-waxing use.
11. Tocopherol (Vitamin E):
A powerful antioxidant that protects the skin from environmental stress while supporting repair.
12. Ferulic Acid:
Enhances the efficacy of other antioxidants like vitamin E, offering anti-aging and environmental protection.
13. Aspalathus Linearis (Rooibos) Leaf Extract:
Rich in antioxidants, rooibos helps calm irritation and improve skin tone, suitable for delicate areas.
14. Glucono Delta Lactone:
A gentle exfoliating PHA that also hydrates, improving skin texture without irritation.
15. Lactobacillus Ferment:
Probiotic benefits that balance the skin’s microbiome, strengthening the barrier and reducing sensitivity.
16. Fragrance:
A spiced green tea fragrance enhances the sensory experience while remaining non-irritating.
17. Sodium Hyaluronate (Hyaluronic Acid):
A humectant that draws moisture into the skin, plumping and hydrating for a more youthful look.
Clinical Applications:
Professional Use:
Estheticians can use Luminous Peel Prep to prepare the skin before peels or enzyme treatments, ensuring optimal treatment efficacy. It is particularly useful for degreasing and prepping the skin prior to Dr. Peelgood or similar treatments under steam.
Home Use:
1. As a toner: Apply on cotton, either full strength or diluted, to swipe over the skin for brightening and refining.
2. Post-Waxing Care: Ideal for Brazilian waxing, it helps prevent ingrown hairs and soothes irritated skin.
3. Natural Deodorant: Can be used under the arms as a natural deodorant, offering gentle anti-bacterial protection.
Conclusion:
Luminous Peel Prep is a multi-use solution designed for both professional and home care, providing exfoliation, brightening, and soothing benefits. Its versatility allows it to be used as a pre-treatment degreaser, daily toner, post-waxing care, or natural deodorant, making it an essential tool for estheticians and clients alike.
Note: Sun protection is recommended when using this product.