Expert Talk: Dr. Yannis Alexandrides von 111 SKIN

'111 Skin' is the popular skin care line of Dr. Yannis Alexandrides from London. His Doctor Brand combines highly potent medical knowledge with cosmetic know-how. When Dr. Yannis Alexandrides, a plastic surgeon, opened his clinic in London at 111 Harley Street, he noticed that patients were overly sensitive after his treatments. He was looking for a softer but effective solution to skin aging. He found the answer in space travel: astronauts are exposed to a significant overloading due to the constant weightlessness and radiation stress and age visibly faster as a result. Together with two scientists he developed the care formula NAC Y² - a complex combination of skin essential vitamins, peptides and antioxidants. These have been proven to slow down skin aging, protect against environmental damage and regenerate sustainably. The visible result: a significantly brighter and younger skin - almost supernatural.

Free of parabens, sulphates and paraffins.

WHAT CAN YOU DO AGAINST SKIN AGEING?

As a surgeon, I treat the skin as an organ - it has a complex structure and several functions that all work to protect the body and keep it healthy. Unfortunately, it is as susceptible to aging as any other organ. My best advice for all my patients is simply prevention.

WHAT'S THAT ABOUT?

A good start: Avoid the sun, use a sun protection factor of 50 every day, drink plenty of water, eat a balanced diet and rest sufficiently at night.

NO CARE?

Investing in suitable skin care also helps to support and maintain skin health - look for active anti-aging ingredients in the desired concentration to suit your skin type. 111 SKIN has, for example, the Intensive collection, which uses special Black Diamond particles for deep penetration of highly concentrated anti-aging substances - for particularly lasting effects.

YOUR TIP FOR THE DAILY CARE PROGRAM?

Be strict with your routine! Always clean, balance with toner and moisturize - no matter how busy you may have been that day.

WHAT DO YOU RECOMMEND WHEN IT COMES TO FILLER APPLICATIONS OR BOTOX?

Botox and fillers can be very useful tools in the fight against optical aging - but a less-is-more-thought is desirable; the goal is to ensure that the patient always looks like a refreshed version of himself.

WHAT DO YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT BOTOX?

Botox is a nerve toxin and paralyses the muscles that cause wrinkles, resulting in a smoothed surface. But that also means that a professional should be at work. Because ignorance can inhibit muscles wrongly and damage the skin, both aesthetically and mechanically.

 

AND FILLER?

Fillers are used to improve and balance volume and can be very effective in combating deeper wrinkles such as nasolabial lines and puppet lines. However, I would always start with prevention - Botox, Filler & Co should be used as late as possible.

 WHAT TO DO AGAINST ACNE, SPOTS AND IMPURITIES?

Acne is a complex problem because it is more than a physical condition: It affects self-esteem. With the ever increasing demands of modern life, I have noticed an increase in the number of patients affected by outbreaks. Of course, there are some types, such as cystic acne, that need medical intervention, but for all others, a selected beauty routine at home should suffice.

AND THAT MEANS?

The secret of success is to systematically treat acne attacks before, during and after they break out. 111 SKIN has formulated a 3-phase anti-Blemish booster based on clinical research. This contains powerful caring ingredients such as willow bark extract to reduce pore size and control sebum, colloidal sulphur against pimple-causing bacteria, colloidal silver to reduce inflammation and support healing. But it also contains hyaluronic acid - many people with acne problems are afraid of moisturizing, but it is imperative to have an optimal moisture balance to achieve healthy, clear skin.

WHAT CAN CAUSE PIMPLES?

Poor nutrition, lack of sleep, excessive alcohol consumption and smoking have a detrimental effect on a flawless complexion - so your lifestyle must always be put to the test.

WHAT DO YOU RECOMMEND TO FIND A PERFECT ROUTINE FOR A CLEANER SKIN?

Basically, a skincare regime consists of three stages. The first cleansing step uses a cleanser to remove make-up, dirt - even those that clog pores and lead to impurities. A subsequent facial toner removes residues, allows the pores to contract and refines the texture; however, this step is also important because it prepares the skin for the care phase and allows the active ingredients to penetrate better into the deeper layers of the skin. Then comes the moisturizing treatment to replenish the skin, increase cell renewal and make it smooth and firm.

WITH THREE PRODUCTS TO A PROBLEM-FREE SKIN?

It is very important to find the right type of care for your personal skin type - dry skin naturally needs a completely different range of products compared to oily skin types. 111 SKIN has different systems that can be used in their entirety or exchanged with each other - they all fit together and are intended to provide a tailor-made beauty routine.

And never to forget: the eye area! The skin in this area is far thinner than the rest of the face, so it always needs a lighter and milder care to tighten, strengthen and lighten this area.

YOUR CARE RELIES ON HIGH-TECH, GREEN SERIES ARE BOOMING BUT ALSO...

111 SKIN is known for its skin care technology, and I'm always on the lookout for the latest innovations, whether these are active ingredients or formulations, such as 111 SKIN Meso Infusion Overnight Micro Mask, which uses a self-dissolving microstructure technology of pure hyaluronic acid and vitamin C to ensure particularly intensive penetration of active ingredients.

Although I am interested in scientifically inspired formulas, this does not mean that natural ingredients are not used in high-tech care. For example, 111 SKIN Cryo Pre-Activated Toning Cleanser contains a combination of fruit extracts that work very well to smooth the skin structure and even the complexion.

 Do’s and dont’s?

• Take care of your skin from the inside out. This means a balanced diet, optimal moisture care. Cigarettes should be avoided and alcohol can be consumed in moderation.

• See your skin care as an investment in your appearance. Let experts advise you.

• Stay true to your skin care program. Daily, always.

   

• Adapt your care to the seasons, e.g. with lighter formulations in summer and a richer one in winter. Always use your own eye care.

   

• Don't doctor on pimples - no matter how seductive it is. It only causes deeper skin irritations and aggravates the skin's appearance.

   

• Please do not rely on DIY formulas for beauty products! There are extremely many on the Internet that are incredibly harmful to the skin. Just in case!

• Do not use physical exfoliators with plastic particles. They cause micro-injuries to the skin, resulting in a rough skin surface and damage to the environment.

   

   

• Do not use products that should only be used by professionals - you can seriously and irreversibly damage your skin.