Augustinus Bader Elixir Review: Behind The Brand's The Most Game-Changing Formula Yet
It's no wonder, really, when we now demand more from our vials of serums and trusted moisturisers than ever before; we search for next-gen tech and science to yield long-lasting results rather than the concealing and covering of old. A moisturiser that simply delivers a surface-level glow or a cleanser that solely removes make-up are no longer sufficient.
No, skincare now needs to promise optimal skin health and longevity. And the latest innovation by Augustinus Bader is one such formula, harnessing the power of exosome science to improve cellular skin health and ageing.
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Exosomes - the latest buzzword in beauty - have been not-so-quietly taking over the tweakment arena, and the science is compelling: the intracellular vesicles help mediate cell-to-cell communication and can aid the body's repair process, including boosting collagen production. Bader has drawn upon the research to create its most concentrated formula to date.
'This marks a revolutionary leap in skincare science,' professor Bader tells ELLE UK. 'Combining a highly concentrated, exclusive active with the next-generation Advanced TFC8, Trigger Factor Complex, technology, it introduces a proprietary biomimetic delivery system for enhanced transport of nutrients to skin cells and unprecedented performance. This innovation delivers remarkable efficacy, offering a powerful, non-invasive alternative that redefines skincare possibilities,' he shares.
It's all thanks to the first-of-its-kind ingredients list. 'At the core of The Elixir is our next-generation technology, Advanced TFC8. This is a refined, more bioavailable evolution of our original TFC8, Trigger Factor Complex, developed to work with even greater precision in harmony with the skin's innate processes. It supports more efficient communication between cells, accelerating the delivery and efficacy of active ingredients,' he notes.
'The Elixir also features our Exclusive Phyto-Peptidic Concentrate—an innovative, highly concentrated active inspired by recent advancements in exosome science. When paired with Advanced TFC8®, this active helps to rapidly stimulate skin renewal, support cellular health, and visibly reduce the signs of ageing,' he adds.
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The inspiration behind the formula is a direct response to the research and interest around cellular repair and regeneration. 'The Elixir is the culmination of our ongoing exploration into the science of cellular regeneration. It was created to answer a fundamental question: how can we deliver the highest concentration of active ingredients in a way that works synergistically with the skin's own biological processes?'
Three months into using the Elixir as part of my evening routine and there are impressive results already – my skin has a markedly more luminous glow and while it's impossible to attest to whether it's working in synergy with the skin, my skin feels far plumper and radiant than it did some months ago.
So high-tech is this mighty elixir, it's been heralded the most powerful in the beloved range to date, which spans a considered line-up of rich creams, serums and shampoos and conditioners. The new elixir is for anyone who is already a loyal acolyte of the ever popular Bader franchise or who is looking for tweakment-level results from their skincare.
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Amelia Bell is the Multiplatform Beauty Director for ELLE UK and Harper's Bazaar, developing beauty strategy, writing, editing, and commissioning, and leading beauty content across both sites. Amelia has a particular interest in wellness and longevity, exploring the skin-mind connection, and decoding the latest treatments, tweakments and runway trends. She also has bylines for Women's Health, Refinery29, British Vogue, Harrods Magazine, and more.
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