- Treatments, Dermatology Unit
Sanitary cosmetics
What is
Health cosmetics: when science meets beauty
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What is health cosmetics?
Health cosmetics is a term that was born in Clínica Tufet, coined by Dr. Jaime Tufet, and is placed in an intermediate point between traditional cosmetics and pharmaceutical products. They are products backed by scientific evidence, formulated with active ingredients capable of preventing, modulating or reversing the biological mechanisms that accelerate aging.
Unlike conventional cosmetics, which act mainly on the surface, health cosmetics work inside the cell, promoting self-regeneration and maintaining active skin functions.
These products are usually developed under stricter safety standards. In many cases, they can be classified as medical devices, since they act on the skin for therapeutic or protective purposes.
How does it differ from conventional cosmetics
While conventional cosmetics focuses on beautification and general skin wellness, health cosmetics seeks measurable, safe and long-lasting results. This new approach combines medical, pharmaceutical and biotechnological knowledge, generating high-precision formulas that can prevent cell degeneration and reinforce the results of aesthetic treatments.
Some key differences:
- Advanced formulation: contains active ingredients with scientific evidence and in effective concentrations.
- Dermatological control: they undergo safety and efficacy studies before reaching the market.
- Functional objective: treat conditions such as hyperpigmentation, skin aging, sensitivity or dehydration.
- Medical compatibility: they can be used as a complement to dermatological or aesthetic treatments (laser, peelings, injectables, etc.).
New developments incorporate innovative molecules such as:
- Reverting proteins (such as klotho), which help maintain cellular youthfulness.
- Advanced antioxidants such as vitamin C, which neutralize free radicals.
- Bioactive peptides and amino acids, which stimulate tissue repair.
- Exosomes and cellular biotechnology, which act as messengers between cells to improve dermal communication and regeneration.
In addition, attention is paid to the proteosome, an internal cellular “cleaning” system that eliminates damaged proteins. If this mechanism deteriorates, the cell accumulates waste and ages faster. Restoring its function is one of the pillars of health cosmetics.
Another key objective is to preserve the skin biome (the skin’s microbiota), essential for maintaining its balance and resistance to stress, pollution or hormonal changes.
Medical benefits and applications
This cosmetic is not intended to replace other procedures, but to complement them and reduce the need for invasive interventions by keeping the skin in optimal condition. In the field of aesthetic medicine, health cosmetics is a key tool for:
- Prepare the skin before treatments such as laser, peelings or injectables.
- To promote skin recovery and reduce subsequent inflammation.
- Maintain results over time, optimizing barrier function and cell renewal.
- Prevent premature aging, acting continuously between medical sessions.
Health cosmetics redefines modern facial care: preventive, scientific and deeply regenerative. An indispensable ally in personalized dermo-aesthetic routines, it makes it possible to accompany medical treatments with products that truly transform the skin from the cellular level.
Most common indications
How many sessions are necessary?
– Dull skin or lack of luminosity
– Loss of firmness or elasticity
– Fine wrinkles and early signs of aging
– Dehydrated or uneven skin texture
– Skin recovery after sun exposure or more intense medical treatments
They are also an excellent option to prevent aging in young skin.
Pain level and treatment time
Can it be combined with other treatments?
Yes, polynucleotides combine very well with other aesthetic treatments and, in fact, enhance their results. Some recommended combinations are with:
– Hyaluronic acid: to improve hydration and volume;
– Laser or Intense Pulsed Light (IPL): to treat blemishes and improve texture;
– Radiofrequency or ultrasound: to stimulate firmness and collagen;
– Neuromodulators, etc.
