Despite not really considering getting older to be an upsetting part of life, I have to admit that now I am closer to 40 than to 30 I have started to focus more on myself – seeing a few more grey hairs appearing and perhaps the hint of potential wrinkles on the horizon has made me look a little closer at my self-care routine, and in particular my skincare regime.
Dēpology aims to offer you the chance to indulge in the ultimate skincare experience with a collection is carefully curated luxurious skincare products designed to pamper and rejuvenate, in order to bring out your natural glow. Dēpology strives for maximum effectiveness, formulating its products with the most high-performing ingredients, backed by a team of leading cosmetic chemists.
Their core K-beauty principle is to provide the safest, most scientifically backed ingredients and formulas to users around the world. Fundamentally, the Korean beauty routine is about respecting your skin. Instead of using products full of harsh ingredients that strip the skin’s natural barrier, Korean skin care philosophy is about working with your skin’s natural ecosystem by cleansing, hydrating, nourishing, and protecting it — allowing your skin to thrive.
Dēpology’s K-science blend is a combination of k-beauty natural extracts, a nourishing combination of Cica, Heartleaf, Fig Extract, and Camomile Flower oil which provides protective and soothing benefits for skin, while high potency peptides specifically target wrinkles.
When Dēpology offered me the chance to try a couple of their products to give my skin a boost I was more than willing to give them a go. So, what was I sent to try out? Dēpology sent me their Matrixyl® 3000 collagen-boosting serum and Peptide complex 10% argireline™ peptide serum.
Matrixyl® 3000 collagen boosting serum
The Matrixyl® serum has been formulated to counter the visible signs of ageing, hydrate, and reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles which is particularly attractive for someone heading towards 40! It is formulated with premium ingredients designed to target and slow down the appearance of wrinkles whilst promoting the production of collagen in the skin. The core ingredient is made of two peptides that work synergistically to restore and maintain the skin’s youthful appearance by signalling to cells to produce more collagen.
The serum is applied after cleansing and toning the skin every morning and night, particularly focusing on dehydrated skin, the neck and décolléte area. It is suitable for dry and sensitive skin types just like mine, and although it is effective on its own, Dēpology recommends using the serum consistently twice a day and combining it with theirwell known Micro-Dart patches.
How best to use the serum: Firstly, thoroughly cleanse and tone your skin before applying a few drops of the serum onto your palm and massage gently onto your face, being sure to apply generously to areas where lines tend to form such as the forehead and around the eyes. Lastly, apply your favourite moisturiser to help seal in key ingredients. If you are wearing patches, apply the moisturiser around the patches.
Peptide complex 10% argireline™ peptide serum
This is serum formulated with Argireline™ peptide to prevent muscle movement that leads to wrinkle formation, it is described to deliver notable wrinkle-reducing and preventive benefits, which helps to combat fine lines and promote moisture levels in the skin.
This serum is also best applied after cleansing and toning the skin every morning and night, and in fact, works well in conjunction with the use of the Matrixyl 3000 Serum. This peptide serum works extremely well in areas where expressive and dynamic wrinkles occur. Again it is suitable for all skin types – especially dehydrated aging skin and treatment of the glabellar muscles, or furrowed brow area.
As before, start by thoroughly cleansing and toning the skin and apply a few drops of the argireline™ serum into your hand. Massage the serum gently onto face, particularly focusing on areas where age lines form easily such as the forehead and around the eyes. Follow with moisturiser; and sunscreens if applied in the morning. You can combine this serum with a Power C Serum or Matrixyl 3000 Serum as required.
About Dēpology
Dēpology was founded in Seoul, with the goal of working in innovative skincare labs (without testing on animals), to discover anti-ageing advancements. With a curiosity for combining both traditional and trending ingredients with the power of Korea’s cutting-edge labs, they believe in working with your skin’s natural functions to develop effective formulas that target all signs of ageing—at any age. Their team of leading cosmetic chemists constantly tests and refines formulas to ensure visibly noticeable results.
Dēpology is powered by scientific data and a transparent approach to skincare with rigorous testing, from clinical trials to surveys. In fact, in consumer surveys 66.9% of users saw more hydrated skin, 54.7% saw improved skin texture, 44.7% saw a noticeable reduction in fine lines, 46.31% saw firmer skin. All sound very positive to me!
I have been using these products in combination for the last few weeks, and although I feel more time is needed for the benefits to fully manifest, I have observed that my skin feels softer and better hydrated than before. Both serums have a pleasant texture and apply very nicely to the skin, unlike some serums which can be sticky or difficult to apply. I look forward to continuing to use both the Matrixyl® 3000 and argireline™ peptide serums in my regular skincare routine and am happy to award them both 5 out of 5 stars.
