All about: The Ordinary’s exciting new innovation, GF 15% Solution
There is so much to say about The Ordinary, which has to be one of the most consistently rule-breaking and insanely affordable, high performance skincare brands to have ever hit the marketplace. Their formulations – and price points – have been game changers from the get-go, and fans of the brand literally gag for any new releases as soon as they hit the ground. I am most definitely one of those fans, and their latest drop has me seriously excited about the potential results.
Dubbed their “most advanced age-support formulation for visible skin repair”, GF 15% Solution harnesses the power of three next-generation growth factors — EGF, IGF-1, and TGFβ-2— to visibly improve skin's appearance. Combining the power of three growth factors to address multiple signs of ageing, the concentrated serum was formulated to immediately go to work improving texture, elasticity, and hydration while reducing fine lines and wrinkles, repairing and minimising visible skin damage in just two weeks. Told you it was exciting!
First up, what are Growth Factors exactly?
Growth factors were first introduced into skincare products in 1999. Since then, they’ve gained attention for their ability to address multiple skin concerns at the same time. When applied to the skin, growth factors interact with receptors on the surface of skin cells, triggering crucial processes.
In essence, growth factors are the body’s messengers – essentially signalling molecules they help activate the skin’s natural repair mechanisms. Growth factors play a key role in cell growth and help support collagen production, cell renewal, and skin regeneration, making them a non-negotiable if you’re looking to level up your skin health and reduce the signs of premature ageing.
Mimetic growth factors, like those found in skincare, are lab-created molecules mimicking the function of natural growth factors in the body. We can harness this function in growth factor serums, offering a way to replenish what our skin is losing over time.
As The Ordinary explains, the main purpose of growth factors in skincare is to support the skin’s natural repair and regeneration mechanisms. By boosting collagen production and promoting cell turnover, growth factors help target fine lines and wrinkles, improve skin texture, and even out skin tone. Growth factors also help strengthen the skin barrier, making it more resilient to environmental stressors like UV rays and pollution.
Okay, I need them. So what exactly does the new GF 15% Solution Do?
A growth factor serum formulated to regenerate the look of ageing skin across the face and neck, it contains a 15% concentration of three next-generation growth factors that help address advanced signs of ageing like fine lines, wrinkles and uneven texture.
Growth factors like EGF, IGF-1, and TGFβ-2 are essential proteins in the role of skin regeneration. By mimicking these natural proteins, GF 15% Solution supports the skin’s renewal process, promoting elasticity and firmness.
EGF helps support skin’s natural elastin and process of skin renewal targeting the appearance of wrinkles while promoting elasticity and firmness, while IGF-1 helps regenerate the appearance of skin by supporting skin density and minimising visible wrinkles. Last but by no means least, TGFβ-2 helps improve skin’s integrity supporting natural collagen production to reduce visible lines and wrinkles while promoting skin firmness, elasticity and smooth texture.
What skin concerns will benefit from the use of GF 15% Solution?
GF 15% Solution targets concerns that arise from visible skin damage, like advanced signs of ageing like wrinkles, loss of firmness and elasticity, and rough, dull-looking skin.
It reduces the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles, including crow’s feet, forehead lines, and smile lines, and firms the face and neck making the jawline look more lifted and defined. It also addresses texture issues for visibly smoother and more even skin, while supporting skin hydration and strengthening the skin barrier for a healthier-looking appearance.
Okay, I need it. But how do I use it?
GF 15% Solution can be applied after cleansing and toning, alongside other water-based serums, and before any oils, creams or suspensions. You can build GF 15% Solution into either or both your AM and PM routines for a complete regimen, but as it is heavy on peptides, experts say to avoid combining it with direct Vitamin C application or exfoliation.
It sounds impressive, but expensive. How much does it cost?
This is the icing on the cake. The Ordinary prides itself on its mission to democratise skincare, and while growth factors have featured in many super spendy formulas for a while now, a bottle of this baby will set you back around $32 NZD.
And it’s available now!
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