Omy tailor-made treatments, also suitable for men

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At Omy, treatments have the advantage of being tailor-made to meet the needs of each skin type. One of the major characteristics of men's skin is the dominant presence of androgens. Androgens are the male sex hormones. Among the androgens, testosterone is the most important hormone. Women also produce testosterone, but in comparison, men produce ten times more. Women's skin is rather dominated by the presence of estrogens, which as you will have understood, are the female sex hormones. But why is it so important to focus on androgens, and more specifically testosterone, in men's care ? Precisely because these hormones play a very important role in the skin problems most likely to concern them. Omy tailor-made treatments adapted to these needs are presented below.

Men's skin

Although each skin is unique, androgens overall tend to make the skin oilier, hairier, and make skin pores more visible and enlarged. Due to testosterone stimulating sebum production, men may have a tendency to suffer from acne-prone skin. Sebum is useful for protecting the skin, but when it is in excess, it can be a breeding ground for certain bacteria such as Proprionibacterium acnes or Cutibacterium acnes. Such a combination of factors can thus promote the appearance of acne. On the other hand, testosterone can also play a protective role for the skin by stimulating the formation of a skin protein called “collagen”. Men's epidermis also contains more collagen than women's. Many women might be jealous of it, because it promotes youthful skin, notably by providing firmness and hydration.

Customized facial cream

At Omy, when formulating your personalized products, each person's concerns are targeted to create a unique formula from more than 4,000 possibilities. In order to help you clearly identify your skin needs, our SkinIA artificial intelligence service or a telephone assessment are offered to you.

Here are some examples of active ingredients often coveted by men (other active ingredients will also be presented later):

• The Ac active ingredient is an extract of natural origin from the flowers, leaves or stems of the willow herb, a plant that grows right here in Canada. This one is particularly appreciated, since it fights against acne thanks to its numerous antibacterial molecules.

• The active ingredient Se , for its part, is an extract of natural origin from the leaves of the lemon myrtle tree. It can be suggested, once again, in the formula of the tailor-made cream, because it is recognized for its sebum-regulating action. It can therefore help limit excessive excretion of sebum by the sebaceous glands. As a result, pores become less visible and the skin may appear more matte.

When choosing the formula for your custom creams, it is also possible to choose from three textures : light, silky or rich. The light texture, for example, leaves no greasy finish and it absorbs quickly into the skin. Although it is possible to choose your cream without odor, the plant essences in the formulas are very subtle, because they come exclusively from plant extracts. In addition, they offer added value to products by providing benefits for the skin. Many men choose the scent of mango and soon, from August 2020, the refreshing scent of cucumber will also be offered. 

After-shave care

Due, again, to androgens, particularly testosterone, men can often be forced to deal with a beard growth. However, shaving too frequently can have the effect of damaging the thin protective hydrolipidic film made up of water and sebum which is found on the surface of the skin. This can make the skin dry, irritated, inflamed and more vulnerable to infection.

On this subject, have you ever happened, following an episode of shaving, to see small red dots appear on your skin accompanied by a feeling of irritation and itching? It was probably a small infection of the hair follicle, called folliculitis . This is a common infection caused by shaving. It can have a bacterial, viral or fungal origin.

To help prevent the inconveniences associated with shaving, mineral aquifer water , from a source in the Canadian Rockies, can be a great ally. It is ideal as an after-shave treatment to moisturize the skin and help strengthen the skin barrier. Just spray a few pumps on your face. It is rich in 12 minerals essential to skin health including strontium, calcium and magnesium, which contribute in particular to soothing the skin.

Our active ingredient Hy can also be used as an after-shave treatment for its strong moisturizing power and to promote the regeneration of the hydrolipidic film. It is a polysaccharide, a very large molecule made up of smaller chain units belonging to the carbohydrate family. This polysaccharide captures water and redistributes it to the skin. This precious active ingredient is obtained by the fermentation under controlled conditions of marine bacteria, Alteromonas macleodii , from a lagoon located in French Polynesia.

As an after-shave treatment, following the use of aquifer water, we recommend applying the tailor-made serum or personalized cream, day or night . For skin types with a tendency to be more oily, needing treatment that acts more deeply and/or more in terms of preventing skin aging, we recommend opting for serum. This has a non-greasy finish and is quickly absorbed by the skin. Whether in the cream or serum, the active ingredient In is particularly recommended on sensitive skin with redness. It is a natural extract of fruit and leaf of the Tasmanian pepper shrub. This fruit, traditionally used by the Aborigines against infections, is especially useful in an after-shave treatment. Indeed, it has an anti-inflammatory agent and can calm discomforts such as irritations and burning sensations.

Eye contour care

In addition, the Vaillante multi-action eye contour treatment is a unisex product. Among its many valuable active ingredients, its apricot extract helps prevent skin aging and acts against puffiness and dark circles. The date seed extract it contains (this is the Ro active ingredient which can also be used in creams and serum), helps to reduce redness and dark circles by stimulating skin microcirculation. This extract is part of a circular economy approach: instead of simply being thrown away, date stones are used to help design high-quality products.

That being said, Omy's tailor-made products are suitable for a wide range of skin types. Up to three different active ingredients can be used in the same cream or serum formula, from a choice of eight active ingredients . These can be specially chosen according to your skin concerns, whether acne, lack of hydration, pigment spots, redness, lack of radiance of the complexion, signs of aging, etc. It is also possible to choose a night cream to further address certain specific skin problems.

Do not hesitate to contact us for more information, we will be happy to advise you!

Article written by: Sabrina Di Cintio