Our dermatologist-endorsed, cosmeceutical skin care products are formulated with unique, quality resources indigenous to South Africa. These rich African extracts are combined with the latest innovations in cosmetic technology to create products that balance, nourish, and renew the skin. We also only purchase raw materials from approved suppliers to ensure you receive the most effective, natural ingredients that truly make your skin look better than ever.
A light day cream with a unique formulation, including the semi-precious stone Zincite (Smithsonsite), Acmella Oleracea Extract, Palmitoyl Tripeptide-5 and Hexapeptide-10. Regular use will improve the appearance of the skin’s elasticity and firmness leaving it looking noticeably younger with a more radiant glow.
Formulated with phyto-proteins and a naturally derived galactomannan, specifically targeted at the problems of
puffiness and dark circles that frequently occur around eye area. This product reduces dark circles and eye puffiness, strengthens the connective tissue and therefore improves skin firmness, and reduces inflammation.
A rich, fragrance-free treatment that includes Acetyl Tetrapeptide-5 and Hexapeptide-10. This cream is specifically formulated for the delicate eye and mouth area to help minimize the appearance of wrinkles and aging. Regular use will give the appearance of firmer and smoother skin, leaving it looking visibly improved.
Our products are formulated and manufactured in South Africa where rich African extracts and the latest innovations in cosmetic technology are combined to create a product range that balances, nourishes, and renews the skin. Our philosophy in caring for and correcting skin results in a product portfolio that has undergone rigorous testing, is suitable for sensitive skin, and is endorsed by dermatologists. Skin PhD products are intended to correct and balance the skin without aggression. Our formulators ensure that the ingredients used in our products will create positive changes in the skin through the use of materials that improve the skin’s barrier function, maintain healthy skin pH, reduce inflammatory conditions, and bring balance to the oil and water content of the skin.
As a cosmeceutical range, our products rely on bio-active ingredients to produce beneficial changes in the appearance of the skin. Bio-active ingredients work beyond the skin’s surface to create true change. Some benefits of bio-active ingredients include increased cellular renewal and regeneration, improved barrier function, and the stabilization of collagen and elastin.
SkinPhD features a host of bio-actives including vitamins, polysaccharides, botanicals, proteins, peptides, and enzymes.
It is of utmost importance that SkinPhD products introduced to the public are groundbreaking in their formulation, effective, safe, and adhere to standards set by the cosmetic industry and other various governing bodies. We have:
We only purchase raw materials from approved suppliers and only accept receipt of raw materials when they are accompanied by a Certificate of Analysis from the relevant manufacturer. Raw materials are thoroughly researched to ensure compliance with all the expectations of the specific product to be developed.
Stability testing is performed on all formulations to guarantee the products are of the highest quality. The products are placed in accelerated testing conditions which include temperatures of 4˚C and 40˚C respectively as well as room temperature for 3 months. The products are tested against a control for appearance, color, odor, pH and viscosity. All tests results are recorded and analyzed according to set specifications.
Specific test panels are performed to test the product performance and efficacy. Candidates are screened and then selected to take part in the test panels. Results are recorded whereafter a comprehensive report indicates whether the product is approved. After final approval, the product is subjected to product/packaging compatibility testing. This will ensure the product is compatible with the packaging material and closure type.
Other tests include SPF testing, sensitivity testing, irritancy testing, claim substantiation and efficacy testing. These tests are carried through by accredited testing facilities and certificates are issued for every test performed.
