ALGENIST SKINCARE

updated January 24, 2014

San Francisco biotechnology skincare company Algenist is a cutting edge anti-aging skincare line based upon, of all things, algae and its unique benefits to skincare!  I am very excited by this product line, committed to your beauty and wellness intelligence.

Let me tell you about this biotech product that you can find at Algenist + QVC and other leading retailers!

I am actually testing two Algenist products, the Algenist Concentrated Reconstructing Serum + Algenist Firming & Lifting Cream.

Each morning, on clean, dry skin, I layer the two products, first with the serum~

at QVC $95

Here is the data on the Concentrated Reconstructing Serum ~

What it is:
An oil-free serum formulated to minimize wrinkles, boost radiance, and rebuild skin firmness in 10 days.

What it is formulated to do:
This antiaging serum contains a high concentration of the revolutionary microalgae-based ingredient alguronic acid. Within just four weeks of use, it minimizes wrinkles, leaving your skin looking radiant and noticeably younger looking.

What it is formulated WITHOUT:
- Parabens
- Sulfates
- Phthalates

What else you need to know:
This oil-free serum is non-comedogenic and has not been tested on animals. It has been dermatologist tested and is recommended for all skin types. For best results, follow with your favorite daily moisturizer.

While pursuing renewable energy solutions, a biotechnology laboratory in San Francisco unexpectedly discovered the powerful regenerative properties of alguronic acid. Available only in Algenist products, this bioactive compound joins other powerful antiaging active ingredients, including a peptide and an algal-based alternative to retinol. These ingredients come together to create a powerful serum that rebuilds skin firmness while restoring its density and elasticity.

(source: Sephora.com)

Next, once the serum is absorbed, approximately 1 minute, layer with the firming & lifting cream~

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Afterwards, I use a thin layer of bareMinerals mineral veil to finish the look and ready for the day! 

Algenist + bareMinerals is a great combination, each is powerful and does not interfere with the other's benefits!

Next, each evening, with a clean face palette, once again apply the Algenist, but this time only the Firming & Lifting Cream.  That's it!

I must admit at first it was very difficult to part with my usual regime of Clarins and Estee Lauder ReNutriv products, but to keep them in the loop I have been using them for a hand cream. 

Here's the data on the Firming & Lifting Cream, the Algenist company uses alguronic acid as its base, and is a paraben free skincare line~

What it is:
An ultra-firming and restructuring cream that tightens and lifts while reinforcing skin structure.

What it is formulated to do:
This cream leverages the power of alguronic acid and ProPeptide3. Brought together in a never-before-seen antiaging complex, these ingredients boost production of skin's key structural proteins: elastin, collagen, and proteoglycans. As it strengthens skin's structure, this advanced formula redefines facial contours, leaving skin smooth, sculpted, and lifted.

What it is formulated WITHOUT:
- Parabens
- Sulfates
- Synthetic Dyes
- Petrochemicals
- Phthalates
- Triclosan

What else you need to know:
This cream also contains avocado oil, phytosterols, and olive fruit oil to moisturize and nourish the skin. It is dermatologist tested, ophthalmologist tested, for all skin types, hypoallergenic, non-irritating, non-comedogenic, and not tested on animals.
(source: Sephora.com)


My close associations have noticed a definite tightening in the eye area, and all around subtle differences of improvement arisen from 10 days of application. I for one have definitely noticed skin tightening in the face and neck area, and marked improvement in reducing facial laugh lines. 

Algenist is a quality skincare line that has made a lasting difference in my daily regime, I am so very pleased to have been introduced to this innovative product line!