When it comes to skincare, ingredient-led brands have helped democratise the landscape for consumers by providing transparency around ingredients. A focus that seems to reign supreme. However, when it comes to effective skincare, ingredients are only half the equation; formula is KEY. At 1611 LABS, we engineer intelligent formulas to deliver optimum results. Below we…
Formulated with stable, vegan 3-O- Ethyl Ascorbic Acid (EAA), to provide superior anti-oxidative action and effective cellular melanogenesis inhibition. EAA penetrates skin where it is metabolised into Ascorbic Acid. Due to this process, it’s efficacy is more pronounced than that of Ascorbic Acid. It’s slower release also means it’s less irritating and provides a slower but more…
The first step in treating any skin concern is ensuring your skin barrier is intact, says Amina – Founder of 1611 LABS. A compromised/disrupted skin barrier can be the cause of many skin concerns. It’s a vicious cycle where an impaired barrier can lead to dehydration; which causes inflammation. Inflammation alters/disrupts the barrier function; and…