Violet Water D-Spot
Violet Water D-Spot
Clearing Blemish Treatment
With Colloidal Sulphur-Silver-Oats Complex, MSM, Salicylic Acid, Zinc, Vitamin C, Gotu Kola, Bisabolol, Prebiotics & Bakuchiol
CLEARING & CALMING
A targeted blemish treatment to help clear and calm individual blemishes.
About the Violet Water Range - Dedicated to the five skin concerns associated with oily, blemish-prone skin and inspired by the violet-coloured, sulphur-rich, healing waters of Ancient Sicily.
Best for
Combination, oily, blemished or acne-prone skin. For both teenage and adult acne.
Key benefits
Key benefits
- Helps clear blemishes.
- Encourages the repair & regeneration processes.
- Calms.
Key actives
Key actives
Our Triple Colloidal Complex of Sulphur-Silver-Oats, together with Zinc, Vitamin C, Gotu Kola, Bisabolol, Prebiotics & Bakuchiol, help clear and calm blemishes.
Potassium Azeloyl Diglycinate brightens.
Natural Salicylic Acid (from Violet Leaf Extract) gently purifies pores.
Micro-Plankton Complex balances excess sebum production for a clearer, fresher complexion.
Bio-available sulphur (MSM) aids collagen production and the natural repair and regenerating processes.
Awards & press
Awards & press
Hip & Healthy Beauty Awards 2024 - Best Blemish Buster - Gold
Smell and feel
Smell and feel
Fragrance free.
How to use
How to use
Apply a small dot onto affected area only. A slight tingling may be experienced. Best applied at night and washed off in the A.M. A patch test is recommended before use.
CAUTION: Do not use on broken or dry skin. Discontinue use if severe irritation occurs. Avoid direct eye contact, rinse with water if contact occurs. Contains BHA and AHAs which can cause irritation and make the skin more sensitive to UV. Use a daily sunscreen. Contains Silver. Do not use if allergic to silver.
Store away from direct sunlight and heat. Colour can vary.
Ingredients
Ingredients
Kaolin, Aqua (Water), Zinc Oxide, Lactobacillus, Lactic Acid, Glycerin, Dimethyl Sulfone (MSM), Polyglyceryl-10 Caprylate
Pentylene Glycol, Salix Daphnoides (Violet Willow) Bud/Leaf/Stem Extract, Leuconostoc/Radish Root Ferment Filtrate, Potassium Azeloyl Diglycinate, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Citric Acid, Bakuchiol, Trehalose, 4-t-Butylcyclohexanol, Sulphur (Sulfur), Panthenol (Provitamin B5), Avena Sativa (Oat) Kernel Flour, Betaine, Allantoin, Zinc Glycinate, Colloidal Silver, Centella Asiatica (Gotu Kola) Flower/Leaf/Stem Extract, Hexylresorcinol, Inulin, Ethyl Linoleate, Bisabolol, Sodium PCA, Hydroxyphenyl Propamidobenzoic Acid, PCA, Alpha-Glucan Oligosaccharide, Opuntia Ficus-Indica Stem Extract, Chlorella Vulgaris Extract, Serine, Alanine, Glycine, Tocopheryl Acetate, Glyceryl Linoleate, Glyceryl Linolenate, Lysine HCl, Threonine, Glutamic Acid, Arginine, Retinyl (Vitamin A) Palmitate, Sodium Ascorbyl Phosphate, Proline, Ascorbyl Palmitate, Glyceryl Undecylenate, Sodium Gluconate, Butylene Glycol, Hectorite, Cocos Nucifera (Coconut) Extract, Rosa Damascena Extract, Lavandula Angustifolia (Lavender) Oil, Sodium Lactate, Glyceryl Caprylate, Hydroxyethcellulose, Propanediol, Tetrasodium Pyrophosphate, Dehydroacetic Acid, Xanthan Gum, Benzyl Alcohol, Sorbitol, Lecithin, Sodium Benzoate, Potassium Sorbate, Disodium EDTA, CI 77007 (Ultramarines), Linalool*, Citronellol*, Geraniol*, Limonene*
*Component of natural essential oils
Intentional Nutrients
Nutritional skincare
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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.
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Betaine
A key amino acid, and known for its role in aiding digestion and supporting liver function. Topically, Betaine is a wonderful moisturizer, hydrator and soothing nutrient. It is also known to reinforce the skin's natural barrier function, helping to prevent water loss and protect against environmental stressors.
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Bisabolol
A natural compound derived from chamomile plants, renowned for its soothing and calming properties. Reduces skin irritation, redness, and inflammation making it suitable for sensitive and reactive skin. Also supports the skin's natural healing processes, making it effective in post-treatment or post-sun exposure skincare.
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Colloidal Oats
Used for their soothing, skin-nourishing and anti-inflammatory properties, they can help alleviate itching, redness, and discomfort associated with conditions like eczema or sunburn. Can be used as a gentle cleanser or exfoliant, helping to remove impurities and dead skin cells without stripping the skin's natural oils.
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Colloidal Silver
A suspension of tiny silver particles with strong anti-microbial and anti-bacterial benefits to help clear and reduce c.acnes bacteria in blemish prone skin and minor skin infections. It is also an anti-inflammatory.
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Colloidal Sulphur
Unlike MSM (another form of sulphur), colloidal sulphur has additional anti-bacterial and exfoliating properties to help reduce blemishes and other
skin conditions such as psoriasis, seborrheic dermatitis or dandruff. It also has anti-inflammatory properties that can help reduce redness. Part of our Triple Colloidal Complex (Colloidal Oats, Sulphur & Silver). -
Gotu Kola
Also known as Centella asiatica, Gotu Kola is a herb traditionally used in Ayurvedic and traditional Chinese medicine. Known for its excellent anti-ageing, hydrating and anti-inflammatory properties which help soothe and calm irritated skin. Gotu Kola stimulates collagen synthesis, promoting skin elasticity and firmness.
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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.
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OSKIA Triple Colloidal Complex
A triple colloidal complex comprising of colloidal oats, sulphur & silver to support blemish prone skin with strong anti-bacterial and anti-inflammatory properties to help calm and clear skin.
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Prebiotic Alpha-Glucan Oligosaccharide
OSKIA use a powerful, patented, prebiotic complex, a combination of Inulin (from Chicory Root) and Alpha-Glucan Oligosaccharide (from natural sugars), proven to help maintain and support the skin's natural microflora by stimulating our beneficial microflora to the disadvantage to the hostile organism (targeted feeding) and maintaining the skin conditions necessary for the growth of useful organisms.
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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.
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SYMCALMINGREEN
An anti-inflammatory and anti-itch active with fantastic anti-histaminic activity. It is the active chemical found in the soothing power of oats, which precisely targets the sensory perception of itchiness for fast-acting and long-lasting relief. The ingredient is concentrated at 5% dihydroavenanthramide D, a patented neuro-soothing agent that helps breaking prolonged itch-scratch cycle.
(Source - oats)
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SYNACTIN® AC
is a synergistic blend addressing acne-affected skin problems. It modulates all five key anti-acne targets below and clinically proven to reduce the blemish size and count: Reduction of keratinization to help prevent pore blockage, Decreasing sebaceous gland activity, Controlling follicular bacterial overpopulation, Anti-inflammatory, Reducing post-inflammatory, hyperpigmentation
(Source – organic synthesis from plant materials)
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Violet Willow Extract
A botanical extract derived from the bark of willow trees, specifically the violet willow (Salix daphnoides) species that contains natural Salicylic Acis and used for its anti-inflammatory, exfoliating and anti-oxidant properties. Its exfoliating and anti-inflammatory properties can make it beneficial for managing acne-prone skin.
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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.
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Alanine
One of the amino-acids used by OSKIA with wonderful calming properties to sooth irritated skin.
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Algae
Algae-derived ingredients in skincare is known for it's moisturizing, antioxidant, and anti-inflammatory properties. They can help hydrate the skin, improve its texture, and protect against environmental damage.
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ALGAKTIV® BioSKN
ALGAKTIV® BioSKN is a new, completely sustainable active isolated from the wall of microalgae that opens a new world of innovation potential by exploiting cell barrier compounds for skincare. In trials it is able to outperform epidermal growth factor (EGF) on primary keratinocytes growth and motility and demonstrates broad spectrum prebiotic and probiotic enhancing properties to support the skin’s all important microbiome. It is the ultimate superfood for skincare, delivering cellular energy while ensuring a holistic skin balance. New efficacy test data demonstrates that it is able to reduce sebum, reduce irritation and itching, and rebalance the skin microbiome hugely benefiting blemish prone skin.
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Arginine
An amino acid that helps improve skin hydration by enhancing the skin's natural moisture-retaining abilities. It can also support the skin's natural repair processes and improve overall skin health.
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Glycine
An amino acid involved in collagen production, essential for wound healing and maintaining skin's elasticity. Including glycine in skincare products can support the skin's ability to repair itself. Also has anti-inflammatory properties that can help soothe and calm irritated skin, potentially reducing redness and discomfort.
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Hydroxyphenyl propamidobenzoic Acid
The calming chemical found in colloidal oats. It is a fantastic soother and anti-itch active offering instant soothing and calming properties.
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Lysine
A key amino acid that plays a role in collagen synthesis, which is crucial for maintaining skin's elasticity and firmness. Can support barrier function, important for maintaining hydration and protecting against external irritants. Also has wound healing, antiviral and antioxidant properties.
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Vitamin B5 (Panthenol)
An excellent skin softener and conditioner providing suppleness and hydration to irritated skin or dry hair. Stimulates skin cellular proliferation and help tissue repair. It also protects the skin against sunburn and acts as a humectant, holding water within the product or attracting water from the environment.
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Potassium Azeloyl Diglycinate
Used in skincare for its skin-brightening, acne-management, moisturising, and barrier-supporting properties. It is often included in products aimed at addressing hyperpigmentation and acne-related concerns while being gentle on the skin.
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Proline
A key amino acid and component in collagen production, helps maintain the skin's natural barrier function, essential for retaining moisture and protecting against environmental stressors. Its inclusion in skincare supports collagen synthesis and can also help minimise the appearance of scars by promoting proper tissue regeneration.
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Threonine
An amino acid that Contributes to skin health through its involvement in protein synthesis and overall cellular function. Its properties make it an effective ingredient in skincare products for supporting skin barrier function, moisture retention and overall skin vitality.
THE PROOF
Up to 35.9% reduction in blemishes after 2 weeks and up to 58.6% after 4 weeks.
98% reduction of C.Acne bacteria after 4 weeks.*
BAKUCHIOL FOR BLEMISHES
Used by OSKIA for 10 years and
considered an equivalent to retinol due to its skin regenerating abilities, Bakuchiol is also a fantastic anti-acne active. It helps reduce redness associated with acne by inhibiting inflammation hormones (COX-2). Acts as an anti-bacterial against c.acnes and other negatives micro-organisms such as candida, to help provide a more
healthy micro-biome. It helps regulate excess sebum production by reducing the activity of a certain enzyme (5-a-reductase) which directly effects excess sebum production due to testosterone activity. And importantly helps boost cellular regeneration, as well as reduce the activity of MMPS (enzymes that degrade collagen & elastin and which are more active in acne-prone skin).
*Independent clinical trials over 4 weeks on 30 subjects with oily/acne prone skin when using the complete Violet Water range. Aged 18-50. Mixed Fitzpatrick 1 - 6 (20% being Fitzpatrick 6). Mixed ethnicity.