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Peptides
Peptides are strings of amino acids, which are the building blocks that make up proteins in our body, including collagen in the skin. Without these proteins, we will see wrinkles, brittle nails and dry hair that’s prone to breakage. PEPTIDES are not packaged or sold as an individual product, instead, they are contained within other skincare products to enhance the capability of that product. They can be found in quality skincare moisturisers, serums, cleansers and even some high-end makeup.
Peptides serve as the building blocks for not only new collagen but also elastin fibres. These fibres are the building blocks of our skin and add to tissue firmness and elasticity.
Aside from being essential to the skin’s structure and function (important factors in firmness, texture and overall appearance), peptides are found in every human cell and play an important role in how the body functions, often acting as a biologic messenger. We need peptides at all times. If we are deficient in them, our body cannot function. Peptides have a myriad of uses in the body, from being the building blocks for enzymes, hormones and an energy source.
Looking for results-driven professional skincare? We have it covered at NASCENT with brands such as Aspect, Aspect Dr, Aspect Minerals, Aspect Sun, Colorescience, Cosmedix, Cosmedix Elite, Dermaquest, PCA Skin and Societe. Look for Free Delivery, Gifts & Regular Specials.
Please Note: Aspect Dr products feature higher-level active ingredients to ensure maximum efficacy without a prescription. These products are only sold at select physician, skin clinics, and spa locations. If your purchase contains any Aspect Dr products – our Skin Specialist is required to speak with you regarding the use of these products before your purchase can be authorised and shipped.
Aspect Dr Active C Serum
$149.00A supercharged, highly stable Vitamin C formula, Aspect Dr Active C Serum is for brightening, firming, and anti-wrinkle action. Using fortifying peptides and powerful antioxidants provides a vitamin boost to any skincare regime.
Aspect Dr Active C Serum
$149.00Successfully Added to your Shopping CartAdding to Cart...Aspect Age Management Kit
$272.00Four key products have been specifically selected to provide clients with a complete home care regimen starting with cleansing, moving on to serums, and finishing with hydration.
Aspect Age Management Kit
$272.00Successfully Added to your Shopping CartAdding to Cart...Aspect Dr ABC Essential Skin Kit
$249.00A great investment in a kit of anti-aging skincare products for those who want to improve the appearance of their skin and reduce the appearance of lines and wrinkles, oil, acne, age spots and brighten dull lack-luster skin.
OUT OF STOCKAspect Dr ABC Essential Skin Kit
$249.00OUT OF STOCKSuccessfully Added to your Shopping CartAdding to Cart...Aspect Dr Age Management Kit
$290.00Combat the signs of aging head-on. Containing four cosmeceutical grade products that work synergistically to target fine lines and wrinkles, sun damage and general wear and tear, the Age Management Kit will have your skin back on track in no time.
OUT OF STOCKAspect Dr Age Management Kit
$290.00OUT OF STOCKSuccessfully Added to your Shopping CartAdding to Cart...Aspect Dr Eyelift
$149.00For the cosmetic management of dark circles, fine lines & puffiness. Don't be weighed down with eye baggage! Aspect Dr Eyelift is a powerful antioxidant eye serum that drastically improves dark circles, fine lines and wrinkles. With clinical strength, it literally lifts the eyes and effectively treats those under-eye concerns.
Aspect Dr Eyelift
$149.00Successfully Added to your Shopping CartAdding to Cart...Aspect Eyelift 3
$139.00Whether your eye concern is dark circles after a late night, fine lines on an aging complexion, or puffy eyes, Aspect can help. Aspect Eyelift 3 transforms your eye contour for a brighter, smoother, and more hydrated look and feel. Enriched with a nourishing cocktail of over 28 natural botanicals, this ultra-hydrating eye cream softens skin texture and lifts the eye contour for a wide-awake look.
Aspect Eyelift 3
$139.00Successfully Added to your Shopping CartAdding to Cart...- DISCOUNTED - RRP $278
Aspect Illuminate & Revitalise Perfect Pair
$202.50Illuminate and revitalise with skin-loving serums that help to visibly plump and even skin tone. Enjoy two serums at a discounted price but only whilst stocks last - this is a limited edition product combination.
Aspect Illuminate & Revitalise Perfect Pair
$202.50Successfully Added to your Shopping CartAdding to Cart... Aspect Phytostat 9
$95.00Deliver a surge of hydration to reveal smoother more vibrant-looking skin with this every day, go-to moisturiser. Reverse the visible signs of aging and reduce fine lines and wrinkles.
Aspect Phytostat 9
$95.00Successfully Added to your Shopping CartAdding to Cart...Aspect Sheer Hydration
$89.00This super hydrating non-comedogenic cream boasts antioxidant benefits while addressing skin concerns of dehydration, & visible signs of aging. Helps to mattify & soothe skin & is suitable for all skin types, specifically normal to oily skin types. Skin will be left feeling plump, hydrated & shine-free.
OUT OF STOCKAspect Sheer Hydration
$89.00OUT OF STOCKSuccessfully Added to your Shopping CartAdding to Cart...Aspect Super Moisturising Complex
$95.00A luxuriously rich moisturising cream formulated with hyaluronic acid to help plump the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles. Aspect SMC is a super-rich moisturiser that absorbs immediately into the skin providing instant relief to dry, dehydrated skin with aging concerns.
Aspect Super Moisturising Complex
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A Guide to Selecting the Best Skincare Products
Your skin is the bodies largest organ. Its major functions are protection, regulation and sensation. If our skin is not functioning to its full ability, these functions may become compromised.
It’s easy to get lost in the sea of skincare options these days. Not only are there doctors, dermatologists, skin professionals and aestheticians telling you this or that, you also have YouTubers, bloggers and beauty enthusiasts flooding you with thoughts and ideas too. It’s no wonder there are so many skin issues and concerns these days. When you don’t know where to start or what information is reliable, how is your skin really going to respond? More importantly, the use of incorrect skincare products can actually exasperate your condition or cause additional skin problems.
The use of professional active ingredient skincare is recommended. The “Professional” skincare products we recommend on this site can only be purchased through certified stockists and practitioners who are required to provide their professional advice on the application of these products, (as opposed to those you can purchase over the counter (OTC) in the department stores and supermarkets). These recommended professional products contain;-
- higher levels of active ingredients to boost your skin’s health and correct skin problems
(OTC product lines have less active ingredients to minimise the chance of irritation to protect the buyer) - are backed by clinical studies
(not exaggerated unsubstantiated claims) - are made in small batches and distributed to trained or licensed skin therapists, spas and salons to be supplied with professional advice on their use
(OTC products are made for the masses and sold in department stores and supermarkets) - contain small molecule technology for dermal and epidermal penetration
(OTC products that lack active ingredients, have large molecules which are not able to penetrate the skin. When a product can’t properly penetrate the skin, it will only “superficially” treat and temporarily provide relief to skin concerns. This gives the illusion that the products are working without actually treating the skin. Professional lines use molecular technology that penetrates the skin producing clinical results) - are packaged in airless pump packs to eliminate spoilage of ingredients when exposed to the air
- have pH balanced and adjusted ingredients – skin functions at its prime when the natural pH is between 4.5 and 5.5.
(Often OTC products don’t take pH into consideration and will leave the skin in an alkaline state. When the skin is alkaline, bacteria and free radicals (such as pollution) can invade the skin) - do not contain unnecessary fillers and preservatives
Professional skincare often has a reputation of being “too expensive” but that is more often than not actually far from the truth. A good professional line will price their products according to the concentration of active ingredients versus fillers and are actually overall more budget-friendly. It is a common mistake to overuse products which leads to the perception that professional skincare is more expensive. Our Skin Specialist will advise you on the appropriate amount and when to use the products according to your skin condition and type.
When used properly, professional skincare products will last longer and work better giving you the ultimate bang for your buck. OTC products will have a lower upfront cost but over time can be similar in price or more expensive than professional skincare and won’t actually repair the skin condition being treated.