Resilient and radiant skin

In this Vanity Fair edition, we highlight the benefits of serums and essences.

Superfood solutions

Homegrown skincare brand B&B Labs’ Super Treatment Essences collection includes the Super-moist Treatment Essence, a solution for dry and dehydrated skin which incorporates ingredients sourced locally.

Featuring a powerful trio of Asian-derived ingredients, it aims at quenching thirsty skin with a restorative essence that hydrates intensely.

It uses prized superfood. Malaysian bird’s nest which is rich in epidermal growth factors that boosts collagen and elastin production. Additionally, Chinese white jelly mushroom provides hydration.

Natto, a fermented soy concentrate with friendly bacteria, promotes skin balance, and 8-Dimensional hyaluronic acid with its unique molecular structure activates, retains and preserves moisture.

For sensitive skin

Moogoo’s Bakuchiol (1% w/v) Natural Retinol Substitute Active Serum offers a natural alternative for Retinol as Retinol can irritate the skin in certain people.

Bakuchiol is new but has some great supporting studies. Pronounced bah-koo-chee-all, this plant-based alternative is derived from the Babchi Herb comes with antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties, possibly the reason for the moniker of “plant-based Retinol”.

The product is meant to stimulate collagen production and diminish signs of fine lines and wrinkles, and includes a base of moisturising jojoba oil, natural vitamin E and shea butter.

This silky-smooth serum is suitable for all skin types, including sensitive skin and is free of phenxyethanol and parabens.