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05C MEMBRANE LIPIDS REPAIR

Skin Barrier Biomimicry

Skin Type
All
Concerns
Sensitive
Size
$698.00
  • Plant-based components biologically similar to the skin's natural barrier
    Mimics and strengthens barrier protection by merging seamlessly into and fortifying skin’s own first line of defense against sensitizing agents
  • Soothing dryness, eczema, dermatitis and promotes skin repair
    Helps to restructure skin tissues and triggering signal molecules that modulate cellular healing
  • Powerful antioxidant and emollient to provide age prevention benefits
    Enriched with cold-pressed Squalane extracted from organic Greek olives to protect and retexture the skin
  • Clean formula: composed of just 5 ingredients to reduce TEWL and provide antioxidizing effects
    100% functional ingredients and free of additives such as alcohol, fragrances, colorants, thickeners, preservatives…etc

General use: add 1-3 drops into any skincare for additional nourishing effects. Blend dropwise into moisturizers, sunscreen, masks to boost moisture retention, prevent dryness, and promote skin smoothness.

Direct use: apply 3 drops onto the skin and massage in an upward circular motion until fully absorbed. Follow with the next Skin Need products in line to complete your skincare routine.

Contrary to the belief of many that oil-based serums trigger acne and skin congestion, some refined oil extracts are lightweight and non-comedogenic, and can even help reduce excessive sebum production when used correctly. Squalane is a component found in plants and possesses astonishing skin nourishing properties, with only 0.2% squalane extractable from healthy olives. It is the saturated form of a substance known as “squalene” that occurs naturally in human skin, and is not known to cause breakouts and congestion, therefore suitable to be used even by oil-prone skin to be blended into skin care products for additional nourishment.

Skin Need’s oil-based serums all contain Squalane and other non-comedogenic oils in their purest forms without any additives, offering lightweight and purely functional formulations to confer the skin benefits these products are formulated to achieve.


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05C MEMBRANE LIPIDS REPAIR

HK$698.00

Evidence-based Efficacy

Significant improvement

27%

reduction in skin redness area

**darker color represents higher level of skin redness detection

Other improvements

15%

increase in barrier protection after 1 application

12%

decrease in line visibility after 1 application

**using same device; assessed on various subjects
**individual results may vary
**usage of full Skin Need routine

Plant-based Ingredients and Origins

Ceramides
Germany

· A component of skin's stratum corneum
· Supports barrier and protects the skin

Phospholipids
U.S.A

· Primary component of biological membranes
· Enhances skin resilience

Cholesterol
U.S.A.

· Naturally present in human skin
· Prevents moisture loss and promotes smoothness

Full Ingredients

Niacinamide, Pantothenic Acid, White Horehound Extract, Nano Molecular Weight Sodium Hyaluronate, Low Molecular Weight Sodium Hyaluronate, Medium Molecular Weight Sodium Hyaluronate, High Molecular Weight Sodium Hyaluronate, Phytoglycogen, Ethylhexylglycerin, DI Water.

Clean Ingredients

Safety and efficacy are Skin Need’s commitment to you. Our ingredients are USP grade for highest purity, as well as sourced from USDA certified organic and ECO certified natural origins where available. All formulas are EWG and CosDNA - independent bodies for ingredient safety review - checked for safety as well as toxicology tested by SGS to ensure that there are no contraindications amongst ingredients in the formula.

Ingredient Safety Rating based on EWG and CosDNA Standards
Want to learn more about EWG and CosDNA? Read it in our Chemist’s Blog!

IngredientEWG ratingsCosDNA indexFormulation Notes
Sphingolipids
1
1
3
Low - Moderate Hazard (SGS-tested safe % for barrier protection)
Phospholipids
1
1
Low Hazard
Ceramides
1
1
Low Hazard
Cholesterol
1
1
Low Hazard
Squalane
1
1
Low Hazard

Compare with formulas of the same category

Skin Type
ALL
Skin Type
ALL, DRY
Skin Type
ALL, SENSITIVE
Benefits
Lightweight, Fast-absorbing, Moisturizing
Benefits
Nourishing, Anti-oxidizing, Rejuvenating
Benefits
Soothing, Repairing, Strengthening
Texture
Light
Texture
Rich
Texture
Moderate
(*oil-free formula; thickness originates from the amount of Hyaluronic Acid in the formula)

Q&A

What skin type is this product suitable for? Can it be used on sensitive skin?

This product is suitable for all skin types, especially sensitive skin or when the skin is dry and fragile.

Why do we need to use an oil-based Serum?

Moisturizing the skin has two steps: replenishing moisture and locking in moisture. Replenishing moisture can be achieved by injecting hydrophilic moisturizing factors into the skin, allowing the skin to receive more abundant moisture at the bottom layer. When the skin is sufficiently hydrated, other ingredients in the skincare product can quickly penetrate and take effect.

However, since 80% of the skin's moisture can be lost due to an imbalanced protective barrier or evaporation through pores, it is necessary to use an oily essence to lock in moisture. Oil molecules are not hydrophilic and can prevent epidermal moisture loss in the skin's surface, making cells plump and maintaining adequate moisture.

What is the difference between cold-pressed Squalane and regular Squalane?

Cold-pressed and compressed Squalane particles are much smaller in diameter, allowing for effective penetration into the epidermal layer. Even after the surface oil evaporates, it can still provide circulating moisture locking actions. Another benefit of compressed particles is that they will not clog pores nor weigh the skin down.

Can this product be used in the morning and evening?

Yes, this product has a simplified ingredient list, is non-photosensitive, and can be used both in the morning and evening. Its formula purity is on par as raw material grade, allowing it to be combined with any skincare formula to enhance moisturization while maintaining a lightweight texture that is easily absorbed.

How Clean Are Our Formulas?

We believe that safety and efficacy go hand in hand. All ingredients are carefully selected for premium quality and mindful consideration of their impact to human health and our surrounding environment.

Skin Need products are free from:

Fragrances
SLS
SLES
Harmful Glycols
Denatured Alcohol (short chain alcohol)
Triethanolamine (TEA)
Parabens
Silicone Derivatives
Mineral Oil
Petro-chemicals
Animal Testing
BHT/BHA
and other ingredients proven harmful to skin and environment.