Super 16
Super 16
Advanced Nutri-Active Collagen Serum
With Lupid Seed Extract, Bakuchiol, Opuntia Ficus-Indica Extract, Vitamin A Palmitate, Hyaluronic Acid, Vitamins C & E, Crithmum Seaweed Extract, Punarnava Extract, MSM.
A pro-collagen, healthy ageing and youth-boosting power house of 16 super nutrients and bio-actives designed to boost collagen synthesis to help lift, firm and reduce fine lines. Provides high-level hydration and anti-oxidant protection.
Best for
All skin types and tones. Best for 25 years plus.
Key benefits
Key benefits
- Increased procollagen synthesis
- Restored elasticity
- Reduced inflammation
- Skin feels firmer and lifted
- Fine lines and photo-damage reduced
- High-level hydration & anti-oxidant protection
- Fragrance free
Key actives
Key actives
Lupid Seed Extract increases collagen synthesis, helping to restore the skin's elasticity & firmness.
Bakuchiol leaves skin firmer, calmer, lines reduced, elasticity improved (by boosting and regulating Type 1, III & IV collagen) and ideal for sensitive or problematic skin.
Opuntia Ficus-Indica Extract (a beautiful organic cactus) rich in highly anti-oxidant Piscidic Acid and Vitamins A, B1, B2, B3 & C, blocks the release of stress markers from nerve cells to calm irritated skin while providing soothing & firming benefits.
Vitamin A Palmitate improves the appearance of mature & sun damaged skin without irritation.
Hyaluronic Acid hydrates and plumps to reduce the appearance of fine lines.
Vitamins C & E deliver high level anti-oxidant benefits.
Crithmum Seaweed Extract helps detoxify & restore tired skin.
Punarnava Extract delivers immediate & long term soothing effects to help reduce redness & discomfort.
OSKIA’s unique Moisturising Complex (OMC), together with Chondrus Crispus Seaweed Extract & Chicory Root hydrate, soften & refresh. MSM boosts collagen & soothes.
Awards & press
Awards & press
Prima Baby & Pregnancy Awards 2016 - Work Mum's Hero (Highly Commended)
Natural Health Beauty Awards 2015 - Best New Product (Highly Commended)
Smell and feel
Smell and feel
Fragrance free but with natural scent of rose. Fine in texture but feels hydrating.
How to use
How to use
Massage a few drops onto cleansed face and neck, morning and night.
CAUTION: Avoid eye contact. If eye contact occurs, rinse well with warm water. Do not use on broken skin.
Ingredients
Ingredients
Aqua (Water), Glycerin, Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seed Oil, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Bakuchiol, Dimethyl Sulfone (MSM), Sodium Lauryl Sulfoacetate, Butylene Glycol, Sorbitol, Opuntia Ficus-Indica (Barbary Fig) Stem Extract, Crithmum Maritimum (Rock Samphire) Extract, Malus Domestica (Apple) Fruit Cell Culture Extract, Lupinus Albus (White Lupin) Seed Extract, Retinyl (Vitamin A) Palmitate, Sodium PCA, Xanthan Gum, Sodium Ascorbyl (Vitamin C) Phosphate, Caprylyl Glycol, Sodium Lactate, Ethylhexylglycerin, Sodium Hyaluronate, Inulin Lauryl Carbamate, Boerhavia Diffusa (Hogweed) Root Extract, Lecithin, Tocopheryl (Vitamin E) Acetate, Glyceryl Linoleate, Glyceryl Linolenate, Phenethyl Alcohol, Disodium EDTA, Isomalt, Sclerotium Gum, Pullulan, Tocopherol (Vitamin E), Benzyl Alcohol, Glyceryl Caprylate, Silica, Glyceryl Undecylenate.
Natural ingredients, store in a cool, dry place.
Intentional Nutrients
Nutritional skincare
-
Bakuchiol
Derived from Indian Babchi seeds it has been traditionally used in India for centuries for health and healing. It leaves skin firmer, calmer, lines reduced, elasticity improved (by boosting and regulating Type 1, III & IV collagen) and is ideal for sensitive or problematic skin. It also supports blemish prone skin by reducing redness associated with acne by inhibiting inflammation hormones (COX-2), an anti-bacterial to help provide a more healthy microbiome, regulates excess sebum production by reducing the activity of a certain enzyme (5-a-reductase) which directly effects excess sebum production due to testosterone activity. Seen as an alternative to retinol without sensitivities.
-
Sea Fennel Extract (Crithmum Maritimum)
A brilliant marine extract that helps to detoxify and tone oxygen deficient skin and restore the hydrolipidic barrier. Also has anti-oxidant, skin soothing, moisturising, brightening and anti-ageing properties. Gives instant boost to tired skin.
-
Hyaluronic Acid
Used for its exceptional ability to retain moisture, holding up to 1,000 times its weight in water, which keeps the skin well-hydrated and plump. Reduces appearance of fine lines and wrinkles and promotes a smoother, more youthful complexion.
-
Collageneer® (Lupinus Albus Seed Extract)
A patented active ingredient derived from White Lupin seed coatings that has the ability not only to increase the synthesis of Type I collagen (the most abundant collagen, which diminishes with age), but also to promote production of a high quality collagen that gives the skin its firmness and elasticity.
-
Marine Plant Stem Cell Complex
Known for its potential to benefit the skin by promoting cell renewal, improving skin texture and providing antioxidant protection. Possesses unique properties that stimulate the skin's natural regenerative processes, leading to a more youthful and rejuvenated appearance. Often included to address signs of ageing, enhance skin firmness and guard against environmental damage.
-
MSM
Our founding mineral and the most bio-available form of sulphur, it is used in over 140 components in the body, including collagen, keratin, glutathione production and is a wonderful anti-inflammatory. Proven reduction of fine lines, helps conditions from acne and eczema to leaky gut syndrome, damaged joints, arthritis, osteoporosis and psoriasis.
-
Omegas 3, 6 & 9
Essential Fatty Acids that boost lipid content and aid repair of the skin’s barrier function, protecting delicate skin and increasing hydration to increase softness and elasticity.
-
Opuntia Ficus-Indica Extract
An organic cactus also known as Pricky Pear. Rich in highly anti-oxidant Piscidic Acid and Vitamins A, B1, B2, B3 & C, blocks the release of stress markers from nerve cells to calm irritated skin while providing soothing & firming benefits.
-
OSKIA MSM Regen Complex
Our Unique MSM Regen Complex is an exclusive blend of cellular nutrients that help support the skin's natural cellular processes to boost skin health.
-
Retinol (Vitamin A)
A powerful anti-ageing ingredient that helps to reduce the appearance of fine lines, wrinkles, and age spots. Stimulates collagen production helping improve skin elasticity and firmness. It’s also effective at unclogging pores, reducing acne breakouts and improving overall skin texture. The king/queen of all skincare actives. There are a number of retinol and retinoid derivatives that we use.
-
Vitamin C
A potent antioxidant & brightener with proven ability to stimulate collagen production. There are many forms of Vitamin C each with different properties. It is a potent antioxidant & brightener with proven ability to stimulate collagen production and in some cases reduce melanin production. The primary structure of collagen consists of three protein strands that wind together in a triple helix. The three amino acids in collagen are glycine, proline, and hydroxyproline. Vitamin C is important in the structure of collagen because the amino acid hyroxyproline cannot be created without the oxygen from Vitamin C. Major Vitamin C deficiency results in scurvy where there is a lack of collagen in the body.
-
Vitamin E
With anti-oxidant and calming properties, Vitamin E is beneficial in helping prevent the signs of premature ageing through protecting the skin from environmental pollution, protecting against UV radiation and powerful anti-inflammatory action.
-
Vitamin F
A combination of 2 essential fatty acids, linoleic acid (omega-6) and alpha-linolenic acid (omega-3), crucial for maintaining healthy skin, hair, and nails. Excellent moisturizing, hydrating, anti-inflammatory and anti-ageing properties.
-
Aquacacteen (Prickly Pear)
AquaCacteen™ is an ultra-refined elixir from prickly pear (Opuntia ficus-indica) that blocks the release of stress markers from sensory nerve cells in the skin, calming and soothing irritated skin. It provides outstanding hydrating properties thanks to its high content of water-binding compounds. Rich in highly anti-oxidant Piscidic Acid and Vitamins A, B1, B2, B3 & C.
-
Boerhavia Diffusa Root Extract (Punarnava)
Known for its anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties, it helps soothe and calm irritated skin, reduce redness, and protect against oxidative stress. May have potential benefits in addressing skin conditions such as dermatitis or eczema.
-
Chicory Root Active
Inulin extracted from Chicory Root, hydrates and moisturises but most importantly acts as a prebiotic to keep the skin's microbiome and therefore barrier function supported and healthy.
-
Chondrus crispus (Irish Moss)
A seaweed found in the Atlantic, often used for its ability to provide moisture to the skin, enhance its barrier function, and potentially reduce irritation. The extract is rich in polysaccharides that help lock in moisture.
-
Copper
A trace element recognised for its excellent wound healing capability, enhancing action of antioxidants and stimulating collagen production, contributing to skin firmness and elasticity. It also has anti-inflammatory properties, which can help soothe irritated or inflamed skin.
-
Manganese
A trace mineral with collagen synthesising and hydrating properties. Supports
collagen production, contributes to wound healing, and aids in the skin's natural antioxidant defence. Plays a role in maintaining skinelasticity and firmness by assisting in the formation of collagen fibres. -
Selenium
An essential trace mineral required by the human body with antioxidant properties to protect cells against free radical damage. Supports antioxidant enzymes that help neutralize free radicals which can cause premature ageing and damage to the skin.
-
Vitamin B1 & B2
Aid cellular energy production and enhances activity of other B vitamins. Additionally B1, retains moisture, calms, soothes and aids elasticity and firmness. Also protects against free radicals and supports acne prone skin, overall skin health by promoting cell turnover, leading to a healthier complexion.
-
Zinc Oxide
A soft, white mineral powder that is insoluble in water and forms a soothing, protective barrier on the skin. It occurs naturally in small quantities as the mineral Zincite and has mild antiseptic properties. It is used to increase the water-resistance of skin care products and protect against UV rays.