Ocinium Journal

Hyaluronic acid is one of the most powerful ingredients recognised in the skincare industry on account of it’s ability to attract and hold 1000 times its own weight in water acting as the body’s own hydrating molecule for parched and environmentally assaulted skin. Hyaluronic is extracted from cockscomb or rooster combs, however the bio-fermentation using glucose that is corn derived...

Backed by years of research and countless studies, retinol continues to reign superior when it comes to banishing wrinkles, fine lines, oversized pores, hyperpigmentation and more. A derivative of Vitamin A, retinol is known by many different names including retinoid, retinol-ester and retin-a. This skincare workhorse was originally developed to treat acne, however patients quickly noticed that along with clearer...

For those seeking to introduce new intelligent ingredients into their skincare routine, we have identified four skin saviours that we predict will take over the beauty industry this year. Gotu Kola This ancient herb is rich in antioxidants, amino acids and polysaccharides, making it a highly powerful multi-tasking ingredient in age-defiance. Gotu Kola contains a high percentage of ginsenosides, a...

For those who desire that elusive luminous glow, consistency is the key to achieving ageless beauty and a complexion that continues to look healthy and youthful. With the immense variety of products on the market, we frequently overcomplicate our skincare regimes with maximal efforts of over stepped multiple layered products that too commonly lead to irritation and inflammation. Efficient time...

Beauty sleep is scientifically recognised as a key agent in the fight against ageing and disease. Our stressful modern lifestyles that require us to juggle hectic work schedules, busy social lives and frequent travel can cause our skin to become tired, lack lustre and dull. Implementing a multi-step skincare routine and getting enough sleep each night is the key to...

Our skin is under the influence of circadian rhythms that alter the skin’s behaviour throughout the day and night. Skin protection and sebum production is at the highest during the day in comparison to the night, when DNA repair, cell proliferation, moisture loss and barrier penetration reach their peak.  By working with the skin’s biological rhythms and establishing day and night skincare rituals that are rich in intelligent ingredients you are well on your...