Powder-based skincare products aren’t new in the skincare industry but in recent years, it has made a resurgence and gained popularity as the go-to.

Without the addition of water and in its dehydrated form, powdered skincare allows you to play your part in reducing water wastage while reaping the benefits of these products in all its granular glory.

Let us dive deep into powdered skincare and why they could be better for your, compared to their liquid counterparts.

What are powdered skincare products?

For the uninitiated, powdered skincare products are made without oil and water, unlike essences, serums and moisturisers. Without water and oil included, the active ingredients in these powdered products aren’t activated until they have been mixed with liquids. This is one of the key benefits, among others, of using powdered skincare products as they do not contain any preservatives.

Benefit 1: Customisable for you

Powdered skincare allows you to choose how you want to incorporate the active ingredients into your skincare routine. To activate your powdered skincare, you can choose to mix it with your favourite serum or moisturiser. You can also choose how much liquid to dissolve the powder in, add less for a more potent dose or add more for a gentler effect on your skin.

Benefit 2: More stable & potent

Without liquids to dilute it, powdered skincare products contain higher concentrations of active ingredients, and without any preservatives required to keep the products stable, their shelf life is typically longer.

As long as the products stay in their powdered form, the star ingredients stay inactive until they are mixed and ready for use.

Benefit 3: Cost effective

If you have ever taken a look at the ingredients list in your serums and moisturisers, you might have noticed that Aqua usually takes first or second position. This means that it takes up the bulk of the product is made from water.

Powdered skincare products, without water, contain only the essential ingredients required for effective skincare. What you are really getting then is maximum value when you purchase powdered products.

Benefit 4: Environmentally friendly

With water being a finite resource, using products that do not require as much water can help to redirect water usage to more vital purposes such as drinking water.

Benefit 5: Good even for sensitive skin

With powdered products generally being free from preservatives and alcohol, these usually make them more palatable for sensitive skin types since they are less likely to irritate the skin. Sensitive skin types don’t have to miss out skincare goodness!

To try

New to the range of skincare products offered in SW1 are two limited edition powdered products that will have your skin glowing and healthy. Simply mix with your favourite serum or moisturiser and experience visible results your skin will thank you for.

1. CelluGen EGF Powder Pods with star ingredient Epidermal Growth Factor is a reparative ingredient that signals to cells to boost collagen and elastin production, for the ultimate skin renewal and rejuvenation.

2. Copper Glow Powder infused with potent peptides is perfect for mature complexions, targeting fine lines and wrinkles to give you the youthful complexion you are bound to love.

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