5 Ingredients You Never Knew Were Good For Your Skin

When it comes to skincare, the type of ingredients used are of utmost importance. Beauty junkies are probably already familiar with tried-and-tested ingredients such as vitamin C and retinol. But there are many other highly effective ingredients that can be used to boost one’s skin health.

Homegrown cult skincare brand Porcelain is known for its curated range of unique ingredients in its products and treatments. Started as a skincare salon, Porcelain also has a range of carefully formulated products that are made with top-of-the-line ingredients to enhance the quality of its skincare and facials. Here are five unlikely yet indulgent ingredients used in Porcelain’s products and facials that work wonders for your skin.

Since ancient times, this luxurious fabric has been coveted for its smooth texture and beautiful lustre, making it a highly valuable raw material for clothing and other decorative purposes. Interestingly, silk is also known for its skincare benefits. Of particular interest to beauty experts are two proteins found in silk which are said to protect the skin, balance moisture levels and may help to repair skin cells. These extracts can be found in some beauty products and typically leave the skin feeling smoother and softer.

To experience the benefits of silk for yourself, try out the RevitalEyes Multipeptide Silk Eye Mask, which not only feels smooth and comforting against the delicate eye area but also has a high level of absorbency. Infused with 10 active ingredients to counteract the effects of stress and ageing, this silk mask helps to enhance the skin’s absorption of the serum to de-puff the eyes and promote circulation for brighter and more attractive peepers.

Red wine doesn’t just go well with food with bold flavours, the tipple is also good for the skin. Specifically, wine contains resveratrol and other antioxidants which help to counter signs of ageing by targeting free radicals, which contribute to the formation of fine lines and wrinkles.

For a pampering facial that harnesses the power of wine, check out the Illumizap Facial. Vino therapy, one of the steps in this treatment comprises a peel containing extracts of red wine and grape stones, to exfoliate the skin to give it a smooth and even texture. These extracts are also rich in resveratrol and other skin-friendly nutrients including antioxidants, tannin and vitamin E which help to promote skin cell growth for a younger looking and radiant complexion.

These sparkling gems are not only dazzling to behold, they are also a luxurious addition to one’s skincare regimen that can be used in different ways. Some skincare brands add diamond powder to their creams and serums, not just for the luxe factor, but to imbue the skin with a glow. The diamond powder also functions as an exfoliator to gently remove dead skin cells on the surface of the skin to reveal the skin’s inner radiance.

Diamonds can also be used as tools to enhance beauty treatments, such as the llumizap Facial. This facial includes microdermabrasion, an exfoliation procedure that removes the topmost layer of dry and dead skin cells. This is done with a diamond tip applicator that gently buffs the skin’s surface to result in visibly brighter and smoother skin with more refined pores for a bright and clear complexion.

There are multiple benefits to using honey as a skincare ingredient. Its antibacterial properties makes it suitable for pimple-prone skin. It also contains antioxidants and has exfoliating properties to prevent ageing and keep the skin smooth and blemish free.

To get the most out of this ingredient, try out the Beespoke Total Rejuvenation Treatment which uses three specially formulated honey-based products to complement the facial.

The rich and luxurious Honey Almond Scrub contains honey and soothing oat with ground almond meal to soften the skin and promote circulation. During the treatment, a Milk+Honey Firming Masque, which contains an antioxidant rich blend of ingredients, is used to firm up the skin to prevent sagging and fine lines. Finally, a Bee Propolis Extract which also contains thyme, camphor and eucalyptus, is applied. This helps to balance and purify the skin, making it particularly beneficial for oily and problematic skin. 

The moisturising properties of coconut oil make it a popular ingredient to soothe and hydrate dry skin but did you know that coconut fibres can be used in skincare products as well?

The Hydrocare Biocellulose Mask is made from natural coconut fibres that have been treated to create a gel-like sheet that clings comfortably to the contours of the face. The biocellulose material can also hold a large amount of moisture and nutrients to enhance the skin’s absorption of active ingredients. What's more, biocellulose made from coconut fibres is compostable, making it an environmentally sustainable option for such single use masks compared to paper or cotton.