RESPECTING THE SKIN’S HYDROGEN POTENTIAL

CHRISTOPHER HANLON® Laboratories respect and nourish the skin’s microbiome which consists of billions of vital living microorganisms that colonise, nurture and protect the skin’s delicate surface. This ecosystem helps form an invisible lipid barrier which shields the epidermis from destructive irritants that can damage skin tissue and accelerate skin ageing. The skin’s microbiome allows the acid mantle to thrive with health. For this reason CHRISTOPHER HANLON® Laboratories do not formulate harsh skin peeling, acid based or AHA products. In fact CHRISTOPHER HANLON® champions the role as a captain of ‘Sensitive Anti-Âge Skincare’ using super-gentle Green Cosmetic Technology that promotes skin repair, elasticity, hydration and firmness – without irritation.

THE SKIN’S pH FACTOR

Did you know pH is a chemical abbreviation of the French words ‘potentiel hydrogène’ – hydrogen potential? And that the numeral(s) indicate a measure of the acidity level? On average the skin’s pH is 4.5 - 5.5 meaning healthy skin is slightly acidic. A pH of 7 (that of pure water) is considered neutral. Anything below that is acidic and above it alkaline, so skin's natural pH is mildly acidic. This level of acidity plays a key role in how effective the skin’s barrier function is. The best skincare is pH balanced because any significant change in the skin’s pH can result in skin problems such as sensitivity, hypersensitivity, redness, irritation, dryness and blemishes. CHRISTOPHER HANLON® skincare is professionally formulated with a physiological pH, similar to the normal pH of healthy skin to protect the skin's barrier during moisturizing, repair and cleansing. CHRISTOPHER HANLON® Laboratories believe that preserving the skin’s natural acidity creates better conditions for a balanced skin's microbiome. In addition CHRISTOPHER HANLON® exclusively formulates instant-spray-on pH and microbiome skin correcting products, aptly called SKIN CORRECTING TONERS – use as needed 24/7.

PLANT BIOTECHNOLOGY

In additition to its premium range of natural and efficacious ingredients, CHRISTOPHER HANLON® Laboratories use next-gen eco-friendly skincare technology to manufacture skincare, bodycare, shaving, colour and haircare cosmetics. This advanced scientific biotechnology includes the following actives: Cyclodextrins, Baseline Product Biofermentation, Polyglutamic Acids, Gamma-poly-glutamic acid -(γ-PGA) and Super Active Hyaluronic Acids; Alpha-Arbutin (certified with HACCP, ISO22000:2005 & ISO9001:2008, Kosher and Halal); Plankton Extract spliced with Lecithin (whitening agent) obtained from micro-algae fractions designed to reduce melanin production; Arbutin and Hydroxypropyl Cyclodextrins act as a preservative-free dipigmenting, anti-inflammatory and anti-acne active; Ceramides from phospholipids of plant origin to help dry skin build a protective lipid barrier; Liposomes, Amino Acids, Vitamins and Stem Cell Technology from Panax Ginseng Callus and Rose Culture Extract.