{"title":"Emmagen","description":"\u003cp\u003eEmmagen focuses on comfort and recovery for skin that is put through a lot. The formulas remain simple, which is great if your routine shouldn't be too long.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eA good brand to start with if your skin is easily irritated by too many active products.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"firm-glow-hydrogel-eyepatches","title":"Emmagen - Firm \u0026 Glow Hydrogel Eyepatches","description":"\u003cp\u003eHydrogel under-eye patches, for when your gaze looks more tired than you feel.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c!--en--\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhy they work\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003c!--en--\u003e\u003cp\u003eA hydrogel is not a cloth wipe soaked in serum, but a gel matrix that clings to your skin and releases its contents slowly. Because the area is sealed off for a while, the active ingredients penetrate better than if you were to simply spread them on. These patches contain bakuchiol, a plant-based ingredient that has a similar effect on the skin as retinol when it comes to fine lines and an even complexion, but is much gentler on the eye area. They also contain plant-based collagen and acetyl hexapeptide-8, a peptide that works on expression lines, plus glycerin and adenosine.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c!--en--\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe texture is cool and silky, and the patches stay in place without feeling sticky. That cooling sensation isn't just pleasant: cold causes the fine blood vessels under your eyes to constrict, which is what visibly reduces puffiness in the morning.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c!--en--\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFor whom\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003c!--en--\u003e\u003cp\u003eFor those with fine dehydration lines, puffiness, or a dull eye area. Also great if the skin around your eyes is sensitive or slightly damaged and you cannot tolerate retinol: bakuchiol is a gentler choice for that. And surprisingly, also for those who have no wrinkles at all but simply aren't sleeping well.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c!--en--\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow to use them\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003c!--en--\u003e\u003cp\u003eCleanse your face and apply the Hyal Balancing Lotion. Then, take a patch out of the jar using the spatula—never use your fingers, as this introduces bacteria into the serum and will shorten the shelf life of the product. Place the narrow end at the inner corner of the eye so that the wide part covers your lines. Leave on for twenty minutes or longer. Remove them and massage in any remaining serum, followed by your eye care. Once opened, they remain good for about three months.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c!--en--\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat I would like to share with you\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003c!--en--\u003e\u003cp\u003eI personally prefer using these in the evening, even though mornings are when you want them most. Your skin recovers at night, so whatever you apply in the evening has all night to do its work. If you sleep soundly, you can even leave them on. People often think that using them once before a party makes all the difference. That is true for puffiness, but not for fine lines. If you want to see those change, use them every day for the first month and then maintain with two to three times a week. And keep the jar in the fridge; that cooling effect only gets better.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c!--en--\u003e\u003cp\u003eThese patches are also what I recommend after a treatment where the eye area was included. That is exactly what Emmagen was created for: continuing at home what we started here.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c!--en--\u003e\u003cp\u003eAre you unsure if this is enough or if you should also use an eye cream? Feel free to send me a message, and we can take a look at it together.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Emmagen","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55387629945167,"sku":null,"price":65.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0935\/0014\/5999\/files\/20241016-17_003_2500px-d43e20c45b17df3656348e85848ed283-article-photobook-normal-2.jpg?v=1789857082"},{"product_id":"hyal-balancing-lotion","title":"Emmagen - Hyal Balancing Lotion","description":"\u003cp\u003eA lotion that you apply after cleansing to instantly soothe your skin. The first step of the Hydra and Glow routine, and the product upon which the rest is built.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy it works\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAfter cleansing, your skin is momentarily open and vulnerable. What you apply next determines how the rest of your routine is absorbed. This lotion is formulated with three humectants that each work in a different way: glycerin draws moisture to the upper layers, hyaluronic acid locks it in, and sorbitol and lactic acid soften the skin. Melatonin completes the formula. Sucrose esters and phosphatidylcholine form tiny spheres that distribute the active ingredients effectively, while together they strengthen the lipid barrier on the surface of your skin. This is exactly why a lotion does so much more after cleansing than people realize: you replenish what cleansing has stripped away, before your skin has a chance to dry out.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe texture is watery and absorbs immediately, leaving no sticky residue. The formula is 99 percent of natural origin and contains no perfume or parabens.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFor whom\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor all skin types, and especially for sensitive, irritated, or redness-prone skin. It is gentle enough for the eye area and for chapped lips. And even though the lotion feels lightweight, it is just as valuable for oily skin, as it is often dehydrated and oily at the same time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow to use it\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAfter cleansing, on a dry face, using a cotton pad. Apply it as soon as possible after patting your skin dry, because the first few minutes are when your skin loses the most moisture. Follow with the Hyal Serum and finally the Hyal C-Glow. That is the order of the line, and it is not random: from thin to thick, from water to cream.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat I would like to share\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA lotion is the first step to be skipped when people are in a hurry, and that is exactly where things go wrong. I see it with clients who say their serum isn't working: nine times out of ten, they apply it to bone-dry skin, meaning the hyaluronic acid simply has no moisture to bind to. Do this just before your serum and you will feel the difference within a week. It is also a great emergency solution for those who really cannot manage a full routine in the evening: just a quick swipe with a cotton pad, and your skin has received some care after all.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWould you like to know how to combine this lotion with the products you already use? Feel free to send me a message, and we can look at your routine together.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Emmagen","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55387649671503,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0935\/0014\/5999\/files\/2019ED1-1_c2c3a160-c178-4601-adf2-80e90c486e50.jpg?v=1789856879"},{"product_id":"hyal-serum","title":"Emmagen - Hyal Serum","description":"\u003cp\u003eA pure hyaluronic acid serum that plumps your skin from within while preparing it for what comes next. The second step of the Hydra and Glow routine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy it works\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe ingredient list is strikingly short, and that is a deliberate choice here, not a shortcoming. The heart of the formula is 1 percent high-molecular-weight hyaluronic acid: large molecules that form a moisture reservoir on the skin's surface. In addition, it contains glycerol as a secondary humectant and sodium lactate, a gentle alpha-hydroxy acid that both binds moisture and softens the top layer. Plump skin is therefore not a matter of filling it with a thick cream, but of keeping water in the right place. Because it contains so few ingredients, the chance of a reaction is small, even for skin that reacts to almost everything.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe texture is liquid and light. No slippery film like you get with some hyaluronic acid serums.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFor whom\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor any skin that looks a bit hollow and dull, and for those who suffer from dehydration lines—those fine lines that are there in the morning and gone after an hour. Also interesting as preparation for or recovery after more intensive treatments like microneedling or a peel, when your skin mainly needs rest and moisture. Gentle enough for the eye contour.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow to use it\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOne pump on skin that is still damp from the Hyal Balancing Lotion. That detail is more important than it sounds: hyaluronic acid binds water, and if there is no water on your skin, it will draw it from the deeper layers. On damp skin, it works the exact opposite way. Include your eye contour. Follow with the Hyal C-Glow or your own cream. It contains a mild acid, so apply sunscreen over it in the morning.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat I would like to share\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe manufacturer had this serum tested and reports significant figures regarding hydration, firmness, and suppleness. I prefer to translate that into what I see myself: the skin feels plumper within a few days and dehydration lines become less noticeable. Do not expect any effect on deeper wrinkles, as this product is not designed for that. What I also honestly say at the checkout: this is not a cheap bottle, and it does one thing very well. If your skin is primarily dry and dull, it is a bullseye. If you are looking for something for pigmentation or sagging, you are better off looking at another product, or take the full Hydra and Glow set.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNot sure if this is the right serum for you? Feel free to send me a message, and we can check it together.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Emmagen","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55387651014991,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0935\/0014\/5999\/files\/2024094-1_10bba9f1-42bf-4c37-a43f-5c694a1799ff.jpg?v=1789856403"},{"product_id":"bright-clear-balancing-foam","title":"Emmagen - Bright \u0026 Clear Balancing Foam","description":"\u003cp\u003eA creamy cleanser that turns into foam upon contact with water, leaving your skin clean without that tight feeling afterwards.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy it works\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe problem with most foaming cleansers isn't the foam itself, but the pH. Your skin sits around 5, and a classic soap-based cleanser pushes that to 9 or 10. Your skin then needs hours to recover, and during that time, it is more vulnerable. This foam is formulated not to disrupt that pH, hence its official name: pH Balancing Foam.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePumpkin extract makes up 85 percent of the formula, supplemented with seventeen types of amino acids, the building blocks of your skin’s natural moisturizing factors. Niacinamide is added for a more even complexion, along with ceramide NP and squalane to replenish the lipid layer, and licorice and allantoin extracts to soothe. That is exactly why this cleanser doesn't dry you out: what it removes, it partially replenishes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe texture is creamy in the bottle and turns into a fine, soft foam. It rinses off easily and leaves no film behind.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFor whom\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor all skin types, and especially for those who say their complexion has become dull and uneven. Also for those who actually have oily skin and are used to strong cleansers: that over-cleansing is exactly what keeps sebum production going. And for those with sensitive skin who have always avoided foam, this might be a pleasant surprise.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow to use it\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eShake the bottle before use, as the formula separates. Wet your skin, apply a small amount, and massage for about thirty seconds. Those thirty seconds are where it usually goes wrong: most people cleanse in five seconds, and then nothing has had the time to do its job. Rinse thoroughly with lukewarm water, not hot.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat I would like to share with you\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eI'll be honest: this is a pricey cleanser, and a cleanser remains a product that you rinse off again. So, don't expect miracles from it. What you can expect is that your skin feels comfortable after drying instead of tight, and that is worth more than people think, because skin that feels tight after every cleanse is always playing catch-up. What I notice in the treatment room: anyone switching from a soap-based cleanser to something like this sees less redness around the nose within two weeks. And a bottle lasts a long time if you really only take a small amount.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEmmagen is, by the way, built around that one idea: home care that maintains the results of a treatment in the salon for longer. This cleanser is the first step in that, and the least spectacular. Also the most important.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNot sure which cleanser suits your skin? Feel free to send me a message, and we can look into it together.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Emmagen","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55387651965263,"sku":null,"price":70.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0935\/0014\/5999\/files\/unnamed_720d6971-1676-48bb-a41d-56679b7c58df.jpg?v=1789855710"},{"product_id":"hydra-glow-set","title":"Emmagen Hydra \u0026 Glow Set (Hyal Balancing Lotion, Hyal Serum, Hyal C-Glow)","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe three products of the Hydra and Glow routine in one box, in the order they are intended: lotion, serum, cream.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy they work together\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach of the three does something the other two don't, and the order is exactly what matters: from thin to thick, from water to cream.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Hyal Balancing Lotion comes after your cleanser and immediately restores your skin's balance. A 3-in-1 formula with glycerin, melatonin, and hyaluronic acid, developed to restore the skin barrier. Watery texture, also suitable for use around the eye and lip area.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Hyal Serum follows with 1 percent high-molecular hyaluronic acid, glycerol, and a gentle alpha hydroxy acid. That hyaluronic acid binds the moisture the lotion just left behind, which is why step one should not be skipped: on dry skin, hyaluronic acid draws moisture from your deeper layers instead of from the air.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Hyal C-Glow finishes it off. A day and night cream with 3-O-ethyl ascorbic acid, a stable form of vitamin C, together with hyaluronic acid. Vitamin C targets an uneven complexion and sun spots, while also acting as an antioxidant. The cream immediately locks in what you have applied underneath.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFor whom\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor those with dull, dehydrated skin who don't know where to start. For those starting to see sun damage spots. And for those who have spent years picking up individual jars from different brands and actually just want one cohesive routine. All skin types.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow to use them\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMorning and evening, always in this order: lotion with a cotton pad, then one pump of serum on the still-damp skin, then the cream. Because the routine contains vitamin C and a mild acid, it should be followed by sun protection in the morning. Without SPF, you lose a large part of what vitamin C can do for your complexion, and spots return faster than they fade.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat I would like to share with you\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhat I love most about this set is that you no longer have to think about combinations. That may sound trivial, but it is the reason people stick to their routine. And sticking with it is truly the only thing that counts: you will feel the hydration within a week, you will see the clarity after about three to four weeks, and the spots easily need two to three months, if they disappear completely at all. I always add that last point, because vitamin C fades pigment; it doesn't erase it. Anyone who skips their sunscreen can keep working on those spots without ever winning.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDo you want to know if this routine is right for your skin, or how it relates to what you are currently using? Feel free to send me a message, and we can look at it together.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Emmagen","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55387655471439,"sku":null,"price":245.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0935\/0014\/5999\/files\/20240902_EmmagenHydraGlow_03_2500px_75739848-056d-4a31-a407-e9df73046df7.jpg?v=1789855549"},{"product_id":"emmagen-rebuild-refine-ageless-facial-mask-5pcs","title":"Emmagen Rebuild \u0026 Refine - ageless facial mask (5pcs)","description":"\u003cp\u003eA full-face hydrogel mask for those moments when your skin looks a bit dull and tired, and you want to perk it up in a short amount of time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy it works\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA hydrogel mask is different from a paper sheet mask. It is a gel matrix that conforms to your face and adheres to it, leaving no air in between and preventing evaporation. Everything in the gel is therefore directed towards your skin rather than the air. This formula contains sh-oligopeptide-1, better known as EGF, a peptide used in skincare to stimulate cell renewal. In addition, hyaluronic acid and hydrolyzed collagen provide hydration and volume, panthenol and allantoin provide soothing, and Chondrus crispus, a red seaweed, provides the gel structure itself. It also contains snail filtrate, the same type of ingredient found in regenerative lines.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe gel feels cool and heavy on the skin. Afterwards, serum remains, which you simply massage in.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFor whom\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor those who see fine lines and expression wrinkles and have skin that looks tired. Also for drier skin that could use all the help it can get in the winter. And yes, also for men, even if the packaging doesn't suggest it: a hydrogel mask requires no routine and no knowledge; you just put it on and you're done.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow to use it\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCleanse your skin or use the Hyal Balancing Lotion. Apply the mask evenly and press it firmly around your nose, eyes, and mouth, as that is where air bubbles usually form. Leave it on for twenty to forty minutes—so not just five. Remove the mask and massage in the remaining serum. Do not rinse afterwards.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat I'd like to pass on\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA mask is a boost, not a treatment. Your skin looks plumper and smoother that same evening, and that is real, but it is largely hydration, which lasts for a day or two. If you want more from it, use the five masks as a course, for example, twice a week for two to three weeks, instead of saving one for a special occasion. Another thing I like to say: lie down. If you sit upright in a chair with a mask on, everything slides down, and after ten minutes it will be on your neck. Twenty minutes horizontally, with your phone put away, is good for both your skin and your mind.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWould you like to know how to fit this in alongside your regular routine? Feel free to send me a message.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Emmagen","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56459779834191,"sku":null,"price":65.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0935\/0014\/5999\/files\/unnamed_bbd1eeae-5428-49d4-8669-b022029c262d.jpg?v=1789855424"},{"product_id":"emmagen-hyal-c-glow","title":"Emmagen Hyal C-Glow","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe day cream that completes the Hydra \u0026amp; Glow line by I'm Emmagen: hydration and vitamin C in one step.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c!--en--\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhy it works\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003c!--en--\u003e\u003cp\u003eMost vitamin C products are serums, which can be too irritating for some skin types. Here, the vitamin C is in a cream, in three different forms that each work at a different level of the skin. Gentler, therefore, but no less targeted: on a dull complexion and on pigment spots.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c!--en--\u003e\u003cp\u003eIn addition, it contains hyaluronic acid for moisture and ergothioneine, a powerful antioxidant. The brand's ASR technology is designed to deliver the active ingredients deeper than a regular cream.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c!--en--\u003e\u003cp\u003eFragrance- and paraben-free.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c!--en--\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFor whom\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003c!--en--\u003e\u003cp\u003eFor normal to dry skin that looks dull, and for those seeing pigment spots emerge. Also for those who found a vitamin C serum too harsh: this is in the same vein, in a milder form.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c!--en--\u003e\u003cp\u003eIf you are following the Hydra \u0026amp; Glow line, this is step three, after the Hyal Balancing Lotion and the Hyal Serum.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c!--en--\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow to use it\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003c!--en--\u003e\u003cp\u003eHalf a pump in the morning on cleansed skin. Gently massage into the face and neck and let it absorb completely before applying makeup or sunscreen. That sunscreen is essential when using vitamin C.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c!--en--\u003e\u003ch3\u003eA word of advice\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003c!--en--\u003e\u003cp\u003eHalf a pump may seem like little, and almost everyone starts by taking more. Don't: with these concentrations, more does not mean better; it just absorbs worse and your bottle will be empty in half the time.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c!--en--\u003e\u003cp\u003eAnd what I see in practice regarding pigment: creams and serums do their job, but it is sun protection that determines whether you make progress or stand still. A spot that you treat in the morning and expose to the sun unprotected in the afternoon will return. Every single time.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c!--en--\u003e\u003cp\u003eWould you like to know if this cream is suitable for your skin and what you are already using? 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