This isn’t my first time featuring Salcura Bioskin. I reviewed Junior Bioskin (using an eczema-ravaged Heidi as my guinea pig) some time ago. As a result, I’m a HUGE fan of their Bioskin Junior Conditioning Shampoo which smells heavenly, is soft and gentle and leaves the kids hair beautifully fluffy for styling. Nothing compares to it and I purchased a second bottle a few months back (considering the first review was in Sept 2014, this goes some way to showing how long a bottle will last).
Well now I’ve been asked to put their adult range through its paces. Although my skin is perfectly healthy, this is only due to the sheer love and expense I put into it (…so desperate am I to be the mum my son’s mates are happy to say hi to in Tesco…), and I’m a firm believer that all skin-lovers need a variety of potions to treat problems as and when they occur. Salcura Bioskin therefore should fit nicely into my bulging skincare cabinet as a go-to product for flare-ups.
So who are Salcura Bioskin?
Bioskin is a revolutionary therapy system ideal for those prone to dry skin conditions such as eczema, psoriasis, dermatitis and urticaria. Using only naturally active ingredients, it offers a skin therapy regime that can truly transform your skin. The products are gentle on your skin whilst being incredibly effective, working with the skin to aid its own natural healing process.
Range free from: Artificial Fragrance / Paraffin / SLS / Lanolin / Steroids / Parabens
Salcura Bioskin Natural Skin Therapy have garnered some serious press attention, both from bloggers I respect such as Girl Up North, Beauty Best Friend & Life in a Breakdown but also in the national press. Developed in the 1990′s by German bio-scientist, Dr Martin Schiele, they were initially formulated in response to the skin problems of factory workers handling chemicals. It quickly became evident that Schiele’s unique combination of natural ingredients proved highly effective in soothing difficult-to-treat skin complaints, and thus the range was born.
They’ve recently undergone a relaunch (same formulas, same ingredients) and have become one unified therapy system. The range looks simpler and sleeker to really stamp its authority on the sensitive skincare market.
So what have I got my mitts on…
Bioskin DermaSpray £16.99 (100mls)
Main (active) Ingredient: Sea Buckthorn (rich in nourishing Omegas)
The Bioskin DermaSpray Skin Nourishment Spray is one of the most popular products in the series with a bottle sold every 5 mins here in the UK. Developed specifically for adults with tricky to manage conditions such as eczema, psoriasis, dermatitis, rosacea and dry, itchy skin, it combines a naturally effective, nutrient rich formulation with no harsh ingredients.
A fine liquid spray, it quickly sinks deep into the skin to nourish skin cells earlier on in their life cycle - making them healthier when they are at the surface and less likely to display any frustrating symptoms. It also contains almond oil to boost moisture levels leaving skin super-hydrated.
What do I think?
Unlike some of Bioskin’s other products, this smells really pleasant (to me, it’s a mix of menthol and chamomile) and is very subtle and unobtrusive if you are spraying throughout the day. It rubs in in seconds (although you don’t have to if you’re spraying directly into the hairline / scalp) and dries to a matt finish with zero greasiness. It’s also cooling and refreshing so would make an ideal sptriz for sufferers who conditions worsen in the heat.
I have a conveniently sized 100ml bottle which sits comfortably at the bottom of my handbag. To maintain healthy skin you’re directed to use this daily, so I’ll apply when I’m out and about or I’ll likely forget. My skin is left supremely soft and more healthy-looking so I’m really chuffed to have discovered it. During periods of extreme dryness and itchiness, you can apply more frequently (one of the many advantages to a natural product over steroid-based creams). Toss in the fact that a spray is more economical than a cream, and this will last you a good 3-6 months depending on how liberal you are with application. It also makes for an even coverage over the skin.
Bioskin Zeoderm £19.99 (150ml)
Main (active) Ingredient: Natural Volcanic Zeolite (rich in rejuvenating minerals)
Bioskin Zeoderm Repair Moisturiser is also a natural alternative to steroid-based creams and highly effective in the treatment of severely dry skin. It’s 99% natural with Linseed to reduce redness and inflammation, Borage to help the skin retain moisture, and Zeolite for its ability to eliminate free radicals. It quickly relieves skin itching, and the patented ZeomaZ ingredient restores and rejuvenates the skin. Unlike steroid creams, there is no limit to the number of times it can be applied, and it can be used on the face.
What do I think?
As I’m lucky enough to have naturally healthy skin, I have used this less frequently than the DermaSpray. I have however used it as a handcream throughout my trial, which are often very dry. The smell, or lack thereof, is typical of unfragranced products - very bland yet strangely still there. Although this rubs in beautifully there is a slightly greasy residue left on your skin that takes a good half hour to sink in. Far from being a deterrent, I can imagine this being incredibly reassuring for people with mild to severe skin conditions.
I did notice a difference in my hands after a few days use. Visibly, they looked smoother and the patternation of cells far less prominent. My hands look younger and my cuticles are softer with zero cracks. I’ve since donated my bottle to Craig whose hands need more love and attention than my own - he too has noticed the difference so I’m heralding this as a bit of a miracle anti-aging cream for the body.
Bioskin Face Cleanser £12.99 (200mls)
Main (active) Ingredient: Sea Buckthorn (rich in nourishing Omegas)
Bioskin Face Cleanser is ideal for those with dry and sensitive skin, with nourishing Sea Buckthorn, vital for skin healing and skin repair, Jojoba Oil for nourishment, and Rosemary to help improve cell renewal. It’s low-foaming and suitable for all skin types.
What do I think?
I have to admit, I’m not a fan of cleansing washes - foaming or not. That said, this does smell really good. Although the active ingredient is the same as the DermaSpray - this is more citrusy and very revitalising of a morning. Although my skin was left really soft and it did prevent a particularly frightening-looking spot in its tracks, I still prefer wipe off cleansers that I can use them at my dressing table rather than in the bathroom. It did shift my eye make-up on its own though which scores additional brownie points.
