iS Clinical
NZ Authorised Stockist | Pharmaceutical-Grade & Clinically Proven | Shipping Throughout New Zealand
“iS Clinical is the brand I reach for most consistently - for clients post-treatment, for anyone dealing with pigmentation or acne, and for myself. The pharmaceutical-grade difference is real. I've seen what happens when clients switch from supermarket or department store products to iS Clinical, and the change speaks for itself. It's the skincare I trust most to protect and extend what we achieve in the clinic.
- Caroline Wallace-Hughes, Lucere
Where to Start?
The iS Clinical range is varied and if you are new to this, then it can be hard to know where to start. Here are some common solutions to common skin issues I see in clinic. You can also book a free skincare consultation with me to help you get the right products specifically suited to your skin.
Pigmentation, melasma, sun spots & uneven tone plus overall brightening
An anti-aging & brightening allrounder and a spot treatment for breakouts
A hydroquinone-free skin brightening serum for dark spots and uneven tone
Pigmentation is one of the most persistent skin concerns - dark spots, sun spots, post-breakout marks, melasma, uneven tone that no amount of foundation quite covers. The iS Clinical Brightening Serum is one of the most effective things I know of to address it, and it does so without hydroquinone and without irritating your skin.
This lightweight serum works across several pathways of pigmentation - not just one. Norwegian kelp extract interrupts the communication between the cells that create pigment. Alpha-arbutin and kojic acid (from mushroom extract) slow melanin production at the source. Glycolic, lactic and salicylic acids from sugarcane, bilberry and willow bark gently exfoliate to lift existing pigmentation and smooth texture. The result is both an immediate brightening and a longer-term improvement in tone with consistent use.
Reviewers describe it as excellent for keeping pigment in check between treatments. Others with long-standing melasma have seen it lighten noticeably. Several describe results within two weeks. It has a very slight tingle on application, which is normal and settles quickly.
Who it's for:
Anyone with dark spots, sun spots, age spots, or post-summer pigmentation
Melasma and hormonally triggered uneven skin tone
Post-breakout dark marks (post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation)
Rough texture and dull, blotchy skin
Anyone who has tried other brightening products without results
Post-laser and post-BBL skin maintaining treatment results
Those who can't use hydroquinone or prefer to avoid it
Pairing note: The Brightening Serum and Brightening Complex work as a morning/night pair - the serum is lighter and more active, ideal for evenings; the Complex provides moisturising brightening support in the morning. Use together for faster results.
Common questions
How long until I see results?
Some people notice a brighter, more even look within a couple of weeks. Pigmentation fades gradually as skin renews itself, so give it a full three months of daily use before judging.
Can I use it with Active Serum?
Yes, but both contain exfoliating acids, so don't layer them at the same time. Use Brightening Serum at night and Active Serum on alternate nights, or ask us to set up a routine for you.
Will it help my melasma?
It can lighten melasma, but melasma is triggered by sun, heat and hormones, so it's managed rather than cured and tends to return without daily SPF. Consistent use and sun protection matter more than anything else.
"Pigmentation is one of the most common concerns I see, especially post-summer and post-procedure. This serum is one of the most reliable things I can recommend for it. Great results with consistent use." - Caroline, Lucēre
APPLICATION: Apply 3-4 drops to the palm. Using fingertips, dab and smooth evenly over face and neck, or apply directly to areas of pigmentation. A slight tingling sensation on application is normal. Use morning or evening, and wear SPF every day.
Not recommended for very reactive or rosacea-prone skin without guidance. Hydroquinone-free.
Free shipping on NZ orders over $150. Authorised iS Clinical stockist.
The multi-tasking serum for breakouts, fine lines and uneven tone
iS Clinical's bestselling Active Serum has a cult following for good reason. This is the serum people reorder without hesitation, recommend to their friends, and describe as their holy grail. It tackles fine lines, uneven skin tone, congestion and breakouts - all at once, in one lightweight formula.
The secret is a botanically derived blend of exfoliating acids - glycolic acid from sugarcane, lactic acid from bilberry and salicylic acid from willow bark - that clears pores and smooths texture, plus arbutin and kojic acid (from mushroom extract) to even out skin tone and fade post-breakout marks. Most people notice a difference within days, with continued improvement over the following weeks.
At Lucēre we use it for:
Fine lines, wrinkles and anti-ageing
Hormonal and teenage breakouts
Blemish-prone or congested skin
Uneven skin tone and post-breakout dark marks
Brightening dull skin
As a spot treatment directly on pimples overnight
How to use it:
Apply 3-4 drops to the palm and, using fingertips, dab and smooth evenly over face and neck, or apply directly to blemishes as a spot treatment. A slight cool tingle on application is normal. It's a flexible serum - use it morning or night, or both - but if you use it in the morning, always follow with SPF.
Not recommended for rosacea or eczema-prone skin.
Common questions
Why does it tingle?
The cool tingle comes from the natural menthol and active acids in the formula. It's normal and settles within a minute or two. If your skin stings, turns red or feels hot, stop using it and talk to us.
Can I use it with Brightening Serum or the Smoothing Toner?
Yes, but they all contain exfoliating acids, so don't layer them all at once. Use them on alternate nights, or use Active Serum at night and the toner in the morning. We can set up a routine for you.
Is it too strong for everyday use?
Most skin types use it daily without a problem. If you're new to active serums, start every second night for the first couple of weeks and build up.
"This is one of the first serums I reach for when a client wants real results. It's reliable every time. I treat it like gold, it's a special product." - Caroline, Lucēre
Free shipping on NZ orders over $150. Authorised iS Clinical stockist.
Your everyday tinted SPF that has the ingredients of a quality skincare product
Your at home peel for pre-event, bright, beautiful, fresh skin!
The everyday all-rounder for dry or tired skin or for makeup prep
For use after a treatment or for dry, menopausal & sensitive skin
The lightweight daily moisturiser that doubles as the perfect makeup base
The iS Clinical Reparative Moisture Emulsion is the one that quietly does everything right. Lightweight enough to wear under makeup, hydrating enough to use morning and night, and packed with ingredients that actually do something - copper peptides to support firmness, hyaluronic acid for deep hydration, Extremozyme technology for environmental protection, and superoxide dismutase for antioxidant defence.
It smells beautiful - a light, distinctive scent that makes applying it feel like a small daily luxury. It absorbs quickly, sits perfectly under makeup, and leaves skin looking plump, even and healthy rather than coated or heavy. iS Clinical developed it with leading makeup artists as the ideal skincare base - and it shows. Skin looks better before foundation even goes on.
Who it's for:
20s and 30s skin that wants a hardworking daily moisturiser with real anti-ageing ingredients
Anyone who wants one moisturiser that works morning and night
Normal, combination and oily skin that wants hydration without heaviness
Anyone who loves wearing makeup and wants their skin to look its best underneath
Summer skin that needs lightweight hydration
A step up from basic moisturisers without going full rich-cream territory
Common questions
Can I use it as a makeup primer?
Yes. It was developed with makeup artists as a moisturising base, so you can skip a separate primer.
Is it suitable for oily skin?
Yes - it's lightweight and suits all skin types, including oily and sensitive. If you're acne-prone, chat to us first and we'll make sure it's the right fit for your routine.
Reparative Moisture Emulsion or SHEALD Recovery Balm?
Reparative Moisture Emulsion is the everyday lightweight option. For very dry skin, or perimenopausal skin needing serious winter moisture, the SHEALD Recovery Balm is the better fit.
"This is the moisturiser I reach for when someone wants something beautiful for everyday use that performs. The scent alone makes it feel special - and the ingredients back it up completely." - Caroline, Lucēre
APPLICATION: Apply a small amount to clean skin, smoothing evenly over face and neck. Use morning and night. Follow with SPF in the morning.
Free shipping on NZ orders over $150. Authorised iS Clinical stockist.
Our SOS barrier balm in a handbag-friendly size
The 15g SHEALD Recovery Balm is the same rich barrier repair balm as our full size, in a small tube you can keep in your handbag, gym bag or suitcase. It's also the size to start with if you're trying SHEALD for the first time.
Ceramides, hyaluronic acid, glycerin and vitamin E seal in moisture and calm dry, irritated or recovering skin.
Great for:
Your handbag - dry patches, lips, cuticles and hands
Travel and long flights
Taking home after a laser or skin treatment
Trying SHEALD before committing to the full size
Once you know you love it, the 60g size is better value - and right now it comes with a free 15g travel size.
APPLICATION: Apply a thin layer as needed. After a procedure, apply generously and let it sit on the skin.
Free shipping on NZ orders over $150. Authorised iS Clinical stockist.
The at-home peel for brighter, smoother skin by morning
There are skincare products, and then there are skincare experiences. The iS Clinical Active Peel System is the latter. Do it before bed and wake up to skin that looks brighter, smoother and tighter. Reviewers describe waking up to compliments and people asking if they'd just had a facial - all from a two-step treatment done at home in ten minutes.
This is a box of 15 professional-grade peel treatments. Step 1 is a botanical acid peel - salicylic acid from willow bark, sugarcane and mixed fruit acids - that exfoliates, unclogs pores and resurfaces with a cool tingle. Step 2 neutralises the peel and floods skin with hydration, copper peptides and iS Clinical's Extremozyme technology. You don't rinse either step off. You go to sleep and let it work.
At Lucēre we think of it as a mini Fire & Ice Facial in a box. The Active Peel System captures that same resurfacing effect at home, without the downtime, without the appointment, and at a fraction of the cost of a professional peel.
15 treatments per box - about a month of glowing skin used every other night, or up to three months used weekly. Pro tip: the pads are large, so you can cut them in half for 30 uses.
Who it's for:
Anyone who wants professional peel results at home
The night before a wedding, special event or big occasion
Brides - every bride needs one of these the night before
Dullness, uneven texture, enlarged pores and early signs of ageing
Anyone maintaining their in-clinic results between appointments
Common questions
How often can I use it?
iS Clinical recommends every other evening. If you're new to chemical exfoliation, start once a week and build up.
Is it suitable for sensitive skin?
It's designed to be gentle enough for most skin types, including sensitive skin. If you have rosacea, eczema or very reactive skin, talk to us first.
Can I use it with Active Serum?
Skip Active Serum on peel nights - they both exfoliate. Use them on alternate nights.
"This is the celebrity of the iS Clinical range as far as I'm concerned. I do one the night before anything important and the results feel like magic - when I don't have time for a facial, this is just as good if not better. Every bride should have one the night before her wedding." - Caroline, Lucēre
APPLICATION: After cleansing, apply Step 1 over face and neck. Leave on for 3 minutes - do not rinse. Apply Step 2 over the same area and leave on overnight. Use in the evening, and always wear SPF the following morning.
Free shipping on NZ orders over $150. Authorised iS Clinical stockist.
The tinted mineral sunscreen that makes your skin look better while it protects
This is our most-reached-for sunscreen at Lucēre. Extreme Protect SPF 40 Beige is the same all-mineral formula as the Translucent, with 15.3% zinc oxide, 1.3% titanium dioxide, centella asiatica, vitamin E, olive leaf and iS Clinical’s Extremozyme technology, plus a warm, golden-beige tint.
It’s not a tinted moisturiser or a BB cream. It’s a proper daily sunscreen that evens out your skin tone and gives a healthy glow while it works. The finish is luminous without being shiny, and online reviewers often say they skip foundation altogether when they’re wearing it.
The tint also does a job. The iron oxides that give it colour help protect against visible light, which plays a part in pigmentation and melasma. That makes it a smart choice for pigment-prone skin and after laser and light treatments. If you’ve found the Translucent leaves a slight white tinge, the tint blends it out.
All-mineral. Broad spectrum UVA/UVB. Fragrance-free.
Who it’s for:
Anyone who wants sun protection, skincare and a natural glow in one step
Light to medium skin tones with neutral to warm undertones
Pigmentation-prone skin, melasma and post-summer sun spots
Skin recovering after BBL, laser or microneedling treatments
Perimenopausal and mature skin wanting a natural finish without heavy coverage
Anyone who finds the Translucent leaves a white tinge
Common questions
Extreme Protect Beige or Eclipse Beige? The two tints are quite different. Extreme Protect Beige reads warm and golden, and the formula is high in zinc and moisturising. Eclipse SPF 50+ Beige is a cooler, lighter, more neutral tint with a matte finish, better for oily skin. If you’ve tried Eclipse Beige and found it too cool or too light, this is likely the one for you.
Will the tint suit my skin tone? It suits most light to medium skin tones, especially with neutral or warm undertones. Blend it well and build it up in thin layers. If you have a very fair or deeper skin tone, ask us and we’ll help you choose.
Can I use it after laser or microneedling? Yes. Mineral sunscreen is the safest choice on freshly treated skin, and the tint adds visible light protection, which helps after pigmentation treatments like BBL. After BBL or MOXI it can go on straight away. After Sylfirm X or microchanneling, wait until we tell you, usually the next morning.
“The beige is our bestseller for a reason. The glow, the skincare, the protection - it does everything. It’s the SPF I choose for myself when I don’t want to wear makeup but I want a bit of a glow.” - Caroline, Lucēre
APPLICATION: Apply generously to face and neck 15 minutes before sun exposure, about a teaspoon for face, neck and ears. Blend well so the tint sits evenly. Reapply at least every two hours, after swimming or sweating, and after towel drying.
Free shipping on NZ orders over $150. Authorised iS Clinical stockist.
Shop The Full Range
Cleansers & Exfoliation
The gel face wash that suits almost every skin type
Most cleansers do one of two things - leave your skin feeling squeaky clean but tight and dry, or feel gentle but like they haven't really done anything. The iS Clinical Cleansing Complex does neither.
This lightweight gel cleanser cleanses deeply without stripping. Gentle botanical acids - salicylic acid from willow bark and glycolic acid from sugarcane - dissolve makeup, unclog pores and remove the day, while chamomile and centella keep skin calm and comfortable. Your skin feels clean, calm, and better for it.
With consistent use, most people notice their pores look smaller, breakouts settle, and skin feels smoother and softer. It's the kind of cleanser that quietly does a lot.
Who it suits:
Teens dealing with congestion and breakouts
Anyone getting serious about their skincare routine for the first time
Men who want something simple that works - it's excellent for shaving too
Women in their 40s+ whose skin has become drier or more reactive
Sensitive or easily irritated skin
Anyone who's been using a cleanser that leaves them feeling dry
Sizes: 60ml (great value starter size - lasts longer than you'd expect) and 180ml (the one to buy if you already know you love it)
Common questions
Can I use it to remove eye makeup?
Yes. It's gentle enough for the eye area, so one cleanser does the whole face.
Will it dry out my skin?
No - that's what sets it apart. It deep-cleans pores without stripping your skin's natural oils, which is why it suits dry and sensitive skin as well as oily.
What should I use after it?
Follow with your serum and moisturiser. For extra smoothing and pore care, add the Daily Active Smoothing Toner between cleansing and serum.
"For clients of all ages and skin types, and one of the first products I suggest to anyone starting out with iS Clinical." - Caroline, Lucēre
APPLICATION: Moisten face and neck with water. Apply a small amount to the palm of your hand. Massage over face and neck, then rinse thoroughly and pat dry.
Free shipping on NZ orders over $150. Authorised iS Clinical stockist.
Try the cleanser our clients reorder most - in a travel-friendly size
If you're new to iS Clinical, this is the place to start. The 60ml Cleansing Complex is the same gentle gel face wash as our full size, in a smaller bottle that's perfect for trying it out, keeping in your gym bag, or taking away.
It cleanses deeply without stripping, using salicylic acid from willow bark and glycolic acid from sugarcane to clear pores and remove makeup, with chamomile and centella to keep skin calm. A little goes a long way, so it lasts longer than you'd expect.
Great for:
Trying iS Clinical for the first time
Travel, weekends away and the gym bag
Teens starting their first proper skincare routine
A gift alongside another iS Clinical product
Once you know you love it, the 180ml size is better value.
APPLICATION: Moisten face and neck with water. Apply a small amount to the palm of your hand. Massage over face and neck, then rinse thoroughly and pat dry.
Free shipping on NZ orders over $150. Authorised iS Clinical stockist.
The cleanser your skin asks for when it's struggling
There are days when your skin feels tight before you've even cleansed it. When the idea of a foaming gel sounds unkind. That's exactly when I reach for the iS Clinical Cream Cleanser.
I use the Cleansing Complex most of the time - but there are days, especially in winter, when I know within seconds of waking up that my skin needs something else. The Cream Cleanser is that something else. It is rich enough to feel genuinely nourishing, gentle enough to use on the most compromised skin, and thoughtful enough to have been formulated so it can be wiped off without water - useful when travelling! And when your skin is so reactive it resents everything.
Coconut oil and safflower seed oil do the cleansing without stripping. Bionutrients and antioxidants support rather than stress. The result is skin that feels clean but also genuinely hydrated - plump rather than parched, calm rather than tight.
Who it's for:
Perimenopausal and mature skin that has become drier or more reactive
Anyone with a compromised or impaired skin barrier - red, tight, itchy, reactive
Dry winter skin that finds gel or foam cleansers too stripping
Post-procedure skin that needs the most gentle option available
Anyone whose skin runs dry (for oily or blemish-prone skin, the Cleansing Complex is usually the better choice)
Great as a morning cleanse for those who prefer minimal intervention first thing
"On the days my skin is tight and unhappy, this is the only cleanser I want to use. It's also what I'd recommend for perimenopausal skin that has shifted toward dryness. It just quietly looks after whatever state your skin is in." - Caroline, Lucere
APPLICATION: Apply a small amount to hands and fingertips, massage evenly over face and neck. Designed to wipe off with a damp cloth or rinse and pat dry - both work equally well.
Fragrance-free. Paraben-free. Gentle enough for eye makeup removal.
Free shipping on NZ orders over $150. Authorised iS Clinical stockist.
The cleanser that's actually a ritual
The name says cleanser. The experience says something else entirely.
Warming Honey Cleanser is one of those products that changes how you feel about your evening routine. It is 40% raw honey - sustainably sourced - combined with royal jelly, propolis, papaya enzymes, and Japanese green tea extract. The moment it touches your skin, it begins to warm gently and the scent - pure honey, is beautiful. It’s not too sticky either which is a bonus!
It cleanses, yes. But more than that it calms, soothes, and exfoliates so gently that even people who are nervous about exfoliation barely notice it happening. After you rinse it off, your skin feels soft and luminous - not squeaky clean, not tight. Just genuinely well looked after.
Leave it on for five minutes before rinsing and it becomes a proper treatment mask - a small weekly ritual that costs almost nothing in time but delivers noticeably brighter, softer skin.
Who it's for:
Dry, normal, and combination skin types looking for a gentle, luxurious cleanse
Anyone wanting to do a simple, nourishing at-home mask once a week
Blemish-prone or congested skin - the honey has natural antibacterial and anti-inflammatory properties
Anyone whose skin is sensitive to traditional exfoliants but wants refinement without irritation
Skin that needs a sensory reset - the scent and warmth alone are worth it
"This cleanser is used in the Fire & Ice Facial and the one I reach for at home when I want to enjoy my skincare. The scent is beautiful, the warming sensation is genuinely lovely, and your skin afterwards looks like you've had a treatment. I love it." - Caroline, Lucere
APPLICATION: Moisten face. Apply a small amount to hands and fingertips, massage evenly over face and neck, avoiding the immediate eye area. The warming sensation increases with time. After several minutes, rinse thoroughly and pat dry. For a mask treatment, leave on for up to 5 minutes before rinsing.
Pregnancy and breastfeeding safe. Fragrance-free (the scent is entirely from the honey). 120g.
Free shipping on NZ orders over $150. Authorised iS Clinical stockist.
The exfoliating toner for congested pores, blackheads and dull skin
Most toners either do nothing or leave your skin tight. Daily Active Smoothing Toner is an AHA, BHA and PHA exfoliating toner that clears pore buildup, smooths rough texture and brightens dull skin, gently enough for every day. Aloe, hyaluronic acid and allantoin keep skin hydrated and calm, so it feels fresh rather than stripped, and your serum goes onto skin that's ready to absorb it.
Who it's for:
Oily or congested skin, and anyone prone to blackheads
Dull, tired-looking skin that needs a lift
Skin with rough or uneven texture
Dry or dehydrated skin that still needs gentle exfoliation
Anyone wanting more from the serums they already use
"I added this toner because so many clients ask me for something to help with blackheads and congested pores that won't dry their skin out. It's gentle enough for everyday use, and I'll be recommending it to anyone who wants smoother skin without a strong active serum." - Caroline, Lucēre
How to use it:
After cleansing, sweep over face and neck with a soaked cotton pad, avoiding the eyes, or press in with your fingertips. No need to rinse. Follow with your serum and moisturiser, and SPF in the morning. If your skin is sensitive, start with once a day and build up.
Common questions:
Can I use it with Active Serum?
Yes, but both contain exfoliating acids, so build up slowly. Start by using the toner in the morning and Active Serum at night. If your skin is comfortable after a couple of weeks, you can use both together.
Is it suitable for sensitive skin?
The acid levels are low, and the formula includes soothing ingredients, so most sensitive skin tolerates it well. Start with once a day. If your skin is red or reactive, talk to us first.
Do I need a toner if I already exfoliate?
If you use Active Serum or a scrub, you may not need extra exfoliation. The toner suits people who want gentle daily exfoliation without a strong active serum, or oily and congested skin that benefits from both.
KEY INGREDIENTS: Salicylic Acid, Willow Bark, Sugarcane (Glycolic Acid), Mandelic Acid, Gluconolactone and Lactobionic Acid (PHA), Witch Hazel, Aloe Vera, Sodium Hyaluronate, Allantoin
Free shipping on NZ orders over $150. Authorised iS Clinical stockist.
The at-home peel for brighter, smoother skin by morning
There are skincare products, and then there are skincare experiences. The iS Clinical Active Peel System is the latter. Do it before bed and wake up to skin that looks brighter, smoother and tighter. Reviewers describe waking up to compliments and people asking if they'd just had a facial - all from a two-step treatment done at home in ten minutes.
This is a box of 15 professional-grade peel treatments. Step 1 is a botanical acid peel - salicylic acid from willow bark, sugarcane and mixed fruit acids - that exfoliates, unclogs pores and resurfaces with a cool tingle. Step 2 neutralises the peel and floods skin with hydration, copper peptides and iS Clinical's Extremozyme technology. You don't rinse either step off. You go to sleep and let it work.
At Lucēre we think of it as a mini Fire & Ice Facial in a box. The Active Peel System captures that same resurfacing effect at home, without the downtime, without the appointment, and at a fraction of the cost of a professional peel.
15 treatments per box - about a month of glowing skin used every other night, or up to three months used weekly. Pro tip: the pads are large, so you can cut them in half for 30 uses.
Who it's for:
Anyone who wants professional peel results at home
The night before a wedding, special event or big occasion
Brides - every bride needs one of these the night before
Dullness, uneven texture, enlarged pores and early signs of ageing
Anyone maintaining their in-clinic results between appointments
Common questions
How often can I use it?
iS Clinical recommends every other evening. If you're new to chemical exfoliation, start once a week and build up.
Is it suitable for sensitive skin?
It's designed to be gentle enough for most skin types, including sensitive skin. If you have rosacea, eczema or very reactive skin, talk to us first.
Can I use it with Active Serum?
Skip Active Serum on peel nights - they both exfoliate. Use them on alternate nights.
"This is the celebrity of the iS Clinical range as far as I'm concerned. I do one the night before anything important and the results feel like magic - when I don't have time for a facial, this is just as good if not better. Every bride should have one the night before her wedding." - Caroline, Lucēre
APPLICATION: After cleansing, apply Step 1 over face and neck. Leave on for 3 minutes - do not rinse. Apply Step 2 over the same area and leave on overnight. Use in the evening, and always wear SPF the following morning.
Free shipping on NZ orders over $150. Authorised iS Clinical stockist.
Five minutes. Weekly. That's all it takes.
The iS Clinical Tri-Active Exfoliating Masque is my go-to for skin that has gone a bit dull, flat, or congested - and it delivers every single time. Five minutes on damp skin, rinse off, done. The difference is immediate and obvious.
The name tells you what it does: three types of exfoliation working at once. Papaya and bromelain enzymes dissolve dead skin cells biochemically. Salicylic acid clears out pores and calms blemish-prone skin. And eco-friendly microbeads provide physical polishing without harshness. Brazilian blood orange oil adds antioxidant protection and smells genuinely gorgeous. Copper PCA works on sebum balance and early signs of ageing in the background.
What I love about it: a little goes a long way, it lasts for ages, and you don't need to overthink it. A thin layer on damp skin, left for up to five minutes, then rinse. Reviewers consistently describe skin that looks like it's been polished - smooth, clear, with visibly smaller pores.
I don't overdo it - once a week is right for most people. It's potent enough that more frequent use would be too much.
Who it's for:
Anyone whose skin looks dull, tired, or congested and needs a reset
Normal, combination, and oily skin types comfortable with mild acids
Anyone wanting a simple, effective weekly treatment without a clinic visit
Skin in its 30s, 40s and beyond that has lost some of its natural radiance
People with blemish-prone skin who want pore refinement
"I use this whenever my skin looks like it needs a boost. Five minutes and it comes back to life. It's one of those products that genuinely delivers on what it says - and it lasts so long you'll forget you're even getting through it." - Caroline, Lucere
APPLICATION: Moisten face with water. Apply a thin, even layer and gently rub in a circular motion. Leave for up to 5 minutes to allow the enzymes to work. Rinse with cool water and pat dry. Use once a week.
Not recommended for rosacea-prone or very sensitive skin. Always wear SPF the following morning.
Free shipping on NZ orders over $150. Authorised iS Clinical stockist.
Serums
The vitamin C eye serum for dark circles, puffiness and crow's feet
The skin around the eyes is thinner and more delicate than the rest of the face, so its actives need calibrating differently. The iS Clinical C Eye Serum Advance+ uses 7.5% time-released vitamin C - the right strength for the eye area - with copper tripeptide-1, hyaluronic acid and zinc sulfate, in a formula so deliberately minimal it has just ten ingredients.
That minimalism is the point. The eye area is where reactions happen, and every ingredient here has a clear job. Vitamin C brightens dark circles and supports collagen. Copper tripeptide-1 supports collagen to soften fine lines and crow's feet over time. Hyaluronic acid hydrates deeply. Zinc sulfate calms and provides antioxidant protection.
The texture is almost water-light - it absorbs instantly, sits well under eye cream or concealer, and one drop covers both eyes. Reviewers describe brighter under-eyes within weeks, with continued improvement in fine lines and puffiness over months.
Who it's for:
Dark circles, where you want a vitamin C approach to brightening
Fine lines and crow's feet
Under-eye puffiness
Preventative care in your 30s, to get ahead of eye-area ageing
Anyone who uses Pro-Heal Serum and wants the same vitamin C approach for the eye area
Common questions
Can I use it with the GeneXC Firming Eye Gel or Youth Eye Complex?
Yes. Apply C Eye Serum first, let it absorb, then follow with your eye gel or cream.
Why does it sting if it gets near my eye?
Vitamin C is acidic, so keep it on the orbital bone and away from the eyelid and inner corners.
"The C Eye Serum is a precise, minimal formulation - exactly what the eye area needs. Ten ingredients, every one of them earning its place." - Caroline, Lucēre
APPLICATION: Apply 1-2 drops to your ring finger. Gently tap around the orbital bone, under the eye and along the brow bone. Avoid the eyelid and inner corners. Use morning, evening or both, and layer under eye cream if desired.
Fragrance-free, oil-free, silicone-free. Use within 6 months of opening and store away from direct sunlight to keep the vitamin C potent. 15ml.
Free shipping on NZ orders over $150. Authorised iS Clinical stockist.
A hydroquinone-free skin brightening serum for dark spots and uneven tone
Pigmentation is one of the most persistent skin concerns - dark spots, sun spots, post-breakout marks, melasma, uneven tone that no amount of foundation quite covers. The iS Clinical Brightening Serum is one of the most effective things I know of to address it, and it does so without hydroquinone and without irritating your skin.
This lightweight serum works across several pathways of pigmentation - not just one. Norwegian kelp extract interrupts the communication between the cells that create pigment. Alpha-arbutin and kojic acid (from mushroom extract) slow melanin production at the source. Glycolic, lactic and salicylic acids from sugarcane, bilberry and willow bark gently exfoliate to lift existing pigmentation and smooth texture. The result is both an immediate brightening and a longer-term improvement in tone with consistent use.
Reviewers describe it as excellent for keeping pigment in check between treatments. Others with long-standing melasma have seen it lighten noticeably. Several describe results within two weeks. It has a very slight tingle on application, which is normal and settles quickly.
Who it's for:
Anyone with dark spots, sun spots, age spots, or post-summer pigmentation
Melasma and hormonally triggered uneven skin tone
Post-breakout dark marks (post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation)
Rough texture and dull, blotchy skin
Anyone who has tried other brightening products without results
Post-laser and post-BBL skin maintaining treatment results
Those who can't use hydroquinone or prefer to avoid it
Pairing note: The Brightening Serum and Brightening Complex work as a morning/night pair - the serum is lighter and more active, ideal for evenings; the Complex provides moisturising brightening support in the morning. Use together for faster results.
Common questions
How long until I see results?
Some people notice a brighter, more even look within a couple of weeks. Pigmentation fades gradually as skin renews itself, so give it a full three months of daily use before judging.
Can I use it with Active Serum?
Yes, but both contain exfoliating acids, so don't layer them at the same time. Use Brightening Serum at night and Active Serum on alternate nights, or ask us to set up a routine for you.
Will it help my melasma?
It can lighten melasma, but melasma is triggered by sun, heat and hormones, so it's managed rather than cured and tends to return without daily SPF. Consistent use and sun protection matter more than anything else.
"Pigmentation is one of the most common concerns I see, especially post-summer and post-procedure. This serum is one of the most reliable things I can recommend for it. Great results with consistent use." - Caroline, Lucēre
APPLICATION: Apply 3-4 drops to the palm. Using fingertips, dab and smooth evenly over face and neck, or apply directly to areas of pigmentation. A slight tingling sensation on application is normal. Use morning or evening, and wear SPF every day.
Not recommended for very reactive or rosacea-prone skin without guidance. Hydroquinone-free.
Free shipping on NZ orders over $150. Authorised iS Clinical stockist.
The cooling hyaluronic acid serum for dry, sensitive and stressed skin
Hydra-Cool is the quiet one in the iS Clinical range: no active acids and no transformation promises, just immediate hydration and calm. It’s a lightweight blue gel serum that absorbs in seconds and leaves skin cool, plump and settled. Online reviewers call it “a chill pill for angry skin”, and that’s exactly right.
The formula is simple but precise. Hyaluronic acid makes up 25% of it, with vitamin B5 for hydration and barrier support. Rather than a generic centella extract, iS Clinical uses its three key active compounds (asiaticoside, asiatic acid and madecassic acid) to calm redness and irritation.
Who it’s for:
Dry, dehydrated, reactive or sensitive skin
Redness, irritation and mild sunburn
Blemish-prone and acne-prone skin that still needs hydration
Anyone using retinol, AHAs or other actives who needs a calming buffer
Skin after treatments like BBL, MOXI and peels
Men after shaving
Travel, to counter the drying effects of flying
Skin going through cancer treatment (check with your oncology team first)
Common questions
How do I use it? After cleansing and any active serums, apply a small amount over face and neck. Use it on its own if your skin is oily, or follow with moisturiser if it’s dry. It can be used morning and night, or any time your skin feels stressed.
Can I use it with Active Serum or retinol? Yes, that’s one of its best uses. Apply it after your active serum or retinol. iS Clinical designed it to pair with active products while skin gets used to them.
Can I use it after microneedling? After BBL, MOXI and peels, yes, it’s a lovely way to cool and calm skin. After Sylfirm X or microchanneling, wait until we tell you, usually 24 hours. Fresh microchannels need protecting from everything, even gentle serums.
You’ll also find Hydra-Cool in our Balance & Hydrate, Pure Calm and Pure Wellness gift sets.
“This is the one I recommend post-treatment and for anyone whose skin is feeling overwhelmed. It’s also brilliant for men - the cooling effect after shaving is really lovely. Understated but essential.” - Caroline, Lucēre
APPLICATION: Apply a small amount to clean skin, dry or damp, and smooth over face and neck. Follow with moisturiser if needed. Use morning, night or both.
Free shipping on NZ orders over $150. Authorised iS Clinical stockist.
The vitamin C serum for redness, rosacea and sensitive skin
Some vitamin C serums make your skin work harder - stinging, redness, that raw feeling after application, especially if your skin is already reactive. The iS Clinical Pro-Heal Serum Advance+ is different. It's a 15% vitamin C (L-ascorbic acid) formula built for skin that needs calming as much as it needs correcting.
The key is what surrounds the vitamin C. Olive leaf extract is a powerful antioxidant and anti-inflammatory botanical. Zinc sulfate calms inflammation. Vitamins A and E add antioxidant protection and support healing, while arbutin and kojic acid (from mushroom extract) help even out skin tone and post-inflammation marks.
Reviewers describe noticeably calmer skin, less redness and a more even tone within weeks. People with rosacea describe it as the one product that keeps their skin settled - some have been repurchasing for years. People who have reacted to other vitamin C serums often find this is the one they can tolerate, and love.
It also suits skin in recovery: iS Clinical recommends it before and after peels, microneedling and laser, and it's one I reach for when clients need antioxidant support alongside healing.
Who it's for:
Reactive, sensitive or chronically red skin
Anyone who has had stinging or redness from other vitamin C serums
Acne with redness and inflammation alongside breakouts
Mature skin that has become more reactive over time
Pre and post-procedure skin
Common questions
Will it sting like other vitamin C serums?
It's formulated to calm as well as brighten, so most sensitive skin tolerates it well. A brief, mild tingle can happen at first.
"I recommend Pro-Heal when someone wants to start using a vitamin C but is a bit apprehensive because their skin is sensitive or reactive. I often carry samples of this for people to request and try before they invest” - Caroline, Lucēre
APPLICATION: Apply 3-4 drops to the palm. Using fingertips, dab and smooth evenly over face and neck. Use morning or evening, and wear SPF every day.
Free shipping on NZ orders over $150. Authorised iS Clinical stockist.
The multi-tasking serum for breakouts, fine lines and uneven tone
iS Clinical's bestselling Active Serum has a cult following for good reason. This is the serum people reorder without hesitation, recommend to their friends, and describe as their holy grail. It tackles fine lines, uneven skin tone, congestion and breakouts - all at once, in one lightweight formula.
The secret is a botanically derived blend of exfoliating acids - glycolic acid from sugarcane, lactic acid from bilberry and salicylic acid from willow bark - that clears pores and smooths texture, plus arbutin and kojic acid (from mushroom extract) to even out skin tone and fade post-breakout marks. Most people notice a difference within days, with continued improvement over the following weeks.
At Lucēre we use it for:
Fine lines, wrinkles and anti-ageing
Hormonal and teenage breakouts
Blemish-prone or congested skin
Uneven skin tone and post-breakout dark marks
Brightening dull skin
As a spot treatment directly on pimples overnight
How to use it:
Apply 3-4 drops to the palm and, using fingertips, dab and smooth evenly over face and neck, or apply directly to blemishes as a spot treatment. A slight cool tingle on application is normal. It's a flexible serum - use it morning or night, or both - but if you use it in the morning, always follow with SPF.
Not recommended for rosacea or eczema-prone skin.
Common questions
Why does it tingle?
The cool tingle comes from the natural menthol and active acids in the formula. It's normal and settles within a minute or two. If your skin stings, turns red or feels hot, stop using it and talk to us.
Can I use it with Brightening Serum or the Smoothing Toner?
Yes, but they all contain exfoliating acids, so don't layer them all at once. Use them on alternate nights, or use Active Serum at night and the toner in the morning. We can set up a routine for you.
Is it too strong for everyday use?
Most skin types use it daily without a problem. If you're new to active serums, start every second night for the first couple of weeks and build up.
"This is one of the first serums I reach for when a client wants real results. It's reliable every time. I treat it like gold, it's a special product." - Caroline, Lucēre
Free shipping on NZ orders over $150. Authorised iS Clinical stockist.
Moisturisers | Neck & Eye Creams
The moisturiser that does three jobs at once
The iS Clinical Daily Dynamic Hydrator is a genuinely advanced formula that hydrates deeply, defends against environmental ageing, and works to improve firmness and elasticity - and it delivers on all three.
The technology behind it is called GeneXC - iS Clinical's proprietary blend of Extremozymes and a potent stabilised vitamin C that works to visibly brighten skin while protecting it at a DNA level from environmental stressors. Exosomes support barrier function and help improve the look of post-acne scarring. A copper biopeptide builds collagen over time. Sodium hyaluronate, sunflower extract, and glucomannan maintain deep hydration and barrier health. Two forms of vitamin B5 soothe and support.
Clinical studies showed 33% improvement in hydration and measurable reductions in forehead and eye lines in just two weeks. In practice, reviewers describe skin that absorbs it readily, sits beautifully under SPF, and looks noticeably plumper, healthier, and more radiant with consistent use.
This is the moisturiser to reach for if you want your daily hydration step to work harder without adding more products.
Who it's for:
Anyone who wants their moisturiser to also provide antioxidant protection and brightening
30s, 40s, and 50s skin wanting a single daily step that actually addresses ageing
All skin types - lightweight enough for normal to oily, nourishing enough for normal to dry
Those who love the GeneXC Firming Eye Gel and want the same technology all over
Anyone ready to upgrade from a basic moisturiser without going full-heavy-cream territory
"This is one of the most exciting launches in the iS Clinical range. GeneXC technology and exosomes in a daily moisturiser is a cutting edge step forward - and the results are already speaking for themselves. Plus it smells devine!" - Caroline, Lucere
APPLICATION: Apply to clean skin, smoothing evenly over face and neck after your serum step. Use morning and/or evening. Always follow with SPF in the morning.
Free shipping on NZ orders over $150. Authorised iS Clinical stockist.
The Perfect introduction to Daily Dynamic Hydrator
Ideal for travel and on-the-go routines | Airport-friendly size
The iS Clinical Daily Dynamic Hydrator is a genuinely advanced formula that hydrates deeply, defends against environmental ageing, and works to improve firmness and elasticity - and it delivers on all three.
The technology behind it is called GeneXC - iS Clinical's proprietary blend of Extremozymes and a potent stabilised vitamin C that works to visibly brighten skin while protecting it at a DNA level from environmental stressors. Exosomes support barrier function and help improve the look of post-acne scarring. A copper biopeptide builds collagen over time. Sodium hyaluronate, sunflower extract, and glucomannan maintain deep hydration and barrier health. Two forms of vitamin B5 soothe and support.
Clinical studies showed 33% improvement in hydration and measurable reductions in forehead and eye lines in just two weeks. In practice, reviewers describe skin that absorbs it readily, sits beautifully under SPF, and looks noticeably plumper, healthier, and more radiant with consistent use.
This is the moisturiser to reach for if you want your daily hydration step to work harder without adding more products.
Who it's for:
Anyone who wants their moisturiser to also provide antioxidant protection and brightening
30s, 40s, and 50s skin wanting a single daily step that actually addresses ageing
All skin types - lightweight enough for normal to oily, nourishing enough for normal to dry
Those who love the GeneXC Firming Eye Gel and want the same technology all over
Anyone ready to upgrade from a basic moisturiser without going full-heavy-cream territory
"This is one of the most exciting launches in the iS Clinical range. GeneXC technology and exosomes in a daily moisturiser is a cutting edge step forward - and the results are already speaking for themselves. Plus it smells devine!" - Caroline, Lucere
APPLICATION: Apply to clean skin, smoothing evenly over face and neck after your serum step. Use morning and/or evening. Always follow with SPF in the morning.
Free shipping on NZ orders over $150. Authorised iS Clinical stockist.
The gentle retinol for sensitive skin, fine lines and firmness
Most people who've tried retinol have a story - redness, flaking, that tight raw feeling for the first two weeks. The iS Clinical Retinol+ Emulsion 0.3 is different.
The retinol is botanically derived and encapsulated in bio-identical lipids, so it's delivered steadily into the skin rather than all at once. That's why people who've struggled with retinol before often find they can use this without drama. It's paired with bakuchiol, a botanical that shares retinol's benefits with better tolerability, plus copper tripeptide-1 to support collagen, and iS Clinical's Extremozyme technology for environmental protection.
Reviewers describe brighter skin within days, softer fine lines within weeks, and firmer, more even-toned skin with consistent use.
Who it's for:
Women 35+ who want a serious anti-ageing night treatment
Anyone who has tried retinol before and given up because of irritation
Dull, uneven skin showing early signs of ageing
Fine lines, deeper wrinkles and loss of firmness
Blemishes or post-breakout marks alongside ageing concerns
Common questions
How often should I use it?
Start every third night for the first three weeks. If your skin is comfortable, move to every second night, and build from there. Slow and steady gets better results than rushing.
Can I use it with Active Serum or the Active Peel?
Not on the same night - use them on alternate nights so your skin isn't doing too much at once.
"This is my favourite iS Clinical product and possibly my favourite skincare product full stop. I use it every night and the difference in my skin is real - brighter, stronger, fewer lines, lovely glow. The fact that it doesn't cause dryness or flaking sets it apart from every other retinol I've tried." - Caroline, Lucēre
APPLICATION: Apply 2-3 pumps to clean skin in the evening, smoothing evenly over face and neck. Always wear SPF the following morning - retinol increases sun sensitivity.
Free shipping on NZ orders over $150. Authorised iS Clinical stockist.
The barrier repair balm for dry, sensitive and post-procedure skin
Some products are nice to have. The iS Clinical SHEALD Recovery Balm is a need-to-have - the one you reach for when your skin is dry, compromised, stressed or recovering, and nothing else is cutting through. SHEALD (pronounced "shield") does exactly what its name suggests.
It's a rich but non-greasy balm built around ceramides, hyaluronic acid, glycerin, oat beta-glucan and vitamin E. SHEALD does what a damaged or depleted skin barrier can't do for itself - sealing in moisture, calming irritation, and creating a protective layer while skin repairs underneath. It's gentle enough for the most reactive skin, and iS Clinical designed it for use straight after laser and other procedures. At Lucēre we recommend it to every client after BBL, MOXI, microneedling or peels.
Who it's for:
Post-procedure skin after laser, microneedling, peels or extractions
Perimenopausal skin that's become dry, thin or reactive - especially in winter
Dry skin that needs serious moisture
An impaired barrier - red, tight, irritated or stressed skin
Anyone using retinol who needs a barrier-supporting night moisturiser
Wind-burned or weather-stressed skin, dry hands, cuticles and heels
Common questions
Is it too heavy for daytime?
A thin layer absorbs well and can go under SPF. Save the thicker layer for night or post-procedure skin.
SHEALD or Reparative Moisture Emulsion?
SHEALD is for dry, compromised or recovering skin. Reparative Moisture Emulsion is the lighter everyday option for normal and combination skin.
"This is my SOS product - the one I send clients home with after treatment and the one I reach for myself when my skin needs rescuing. Perimenopausal skin in a Wairarapa winter absolutely loves it." - Caroline, Lucēre
APPLICATION: For daily use, apply a thin layer morning and night. After a procedure, apply generously as needed - don't rub in, let it sit on the skin as a protective layer.
Free shipping on NZ orders over $150. Authorised iS Clinical stockist.
The lightweight daily moisturiser that doubles as the perfect makeup base
The iS Clinical Reparative Moisture Emulsion is the one that quietly does everything right. Lightweight enough to wear under makeup, hydrating enough to use morning and night, and packed with ingredients that actually do something - copper peptides to support firmness, hyaluronic acid for deep hydration, Extremozyme technology for environmental protection, and superoxide dismutase for antioxidant defence.
It smells beautiful - a light, distinctive scent that makes applying it feel like a small daily luxury. It absorbs quickly, sits perfectly under makeup, and leaves skin looking plump, even and healthy rather than coated or heavy. iS Clinical developed it with leading makeup artists as the ideal skincare base - and it shows. Skin looks better before foundation even goes on.
Who it's for:
20s and 30s skin that wants a hardworking daily moisturiser with real anti-ageing ingredients
Anyone who wants one moisturiser that works morning and night
Normal, combination and oily skin that wants hydration without heaviness
Anyone who loves wearing makeup and wants their skin to look its best underneath
Summer skin that needs lightweight hydration
A step up from basic moisturisers without going full rich-cream territory
Common questions
Can I use it as a makeup primer?
Yes. It was developed with makeup artists as a moisturising base, so you can skip a separate primer.
Is it suitable for oily skin?
Yes - it's lightweight and suits all skin types, including oily and sensitive. If you're acne-prone, chat to us first and we'll make sure it's the right fit for your routine.
Reparative Moisture Emulsion or SHEALD Recovery Balm?
Reparative Moisture Emulsion is the everyday lightweight option. For very dry skin, or perimenopausal skin needing serious winter moisture, the SHEALD Recovery Balm is the better fit.
"This is the moisturiser I reach for when someone wants something beautiful for everyday use that performs. The scent alone makes it feel special - and the ingredients back it up completely." - Caroline, Lucēre
APPLICATION: Apply a small amount to clean skin, smoothing evenly over face and neck. Use morning and night. Follow with SPF in the morning.
Free shipping on NZ orders over $150. Authorised iS Clinical stockist.
Our SOS barrier balm in a handbag-friendly size
The 15g SHEALD Recovery Balm is the same rich barrier repair balm as our full size, in a small tube you can keep in your handbag, gym bag or suitcase. It's also the size to start with if you're trying SHEALD for the first time.
Ceramides, hyaluronic acid, glycerin and vitamin E seal in moisture and calm dry, irritated or recovering skin.
Great for:
Your handbag - dry patches, lips, cuticles and hands
Travel and long flights
Taking home after a laser or skin treatment
Trying SHEALD before committing to the full size
Once you know you love it, the 60g size is better value - and right now it comes with a free 15g travel size.
APPLICATION: Apply a thin layer as needed. After a procedure, apply generously and let it sit on the skin.
Free shipping on NZ orders over $150. Authorised iS Clinical stockist.
The hydroquinone-free cream for pigmentation, melasma and age spots
Most brightening products ask you to give something up. You get results but your skin dries out, or you get hydration but nothing really brightens. Brightening Complex doesn’t make you choose.
It’s a lightweight cream that targets uneven skin tone from several directions at once. Alpha-arbutin, a mushroom source of kojic acid, licorice root, Norwegian kelp and a stable form of vitamin C work on the look of pigmentation. Plant sources of salicylic, glycolic and lactic acid gently exfoliate, so pigmented surface cells shed more evenly. Hyaluronic acid, squalane, glycerin and iS Clinical’s Extremozyme technology keep skin hydrated while it works.
It’s lighter than a traditional moisturiser, so oilier skin can often use it on its own, and drier skin can layer a moisturiser on top. It can also be used on pigmentation on the neck, décolletage and backs of the hands.
Hydroquinone-free. Paraben-free.
Who it’s for:
Sun damage, age spots and uneven skin tone
Melasma and stubborn pigmentation, alongside strict daily SPF
Post-summer pigmentation
Dull, blotchy skin with rough texture
Anyone who wants brightening and hydration in one step
Anyone who wants to avoid hydroquinone
Common questions
Brightening Complex or Brightening Serum? They work well together but they’re different products. Brightening Serum is a lightweight serum focused on the look of dark spots. Brightening Complex is a cream that adds gentle exfoliating acids and hydration, so it can double as your moisturiser on oilier skin. For stubborn pigmentation, many of our clients use both: the serum first, then the Complex.
How do I use it? Apply a small amount to clean skin, morning, evening or both, over the face and neck or just the areas of pigmentation. Because it contains exfoliating acids, start once a day if your skin is sensitive, and always follow with SPF in the morning.
How long until I see results? Pigmentation is slow to shift, so give it at least a few months of daily use. Results depend on daily sunscreen too. UV and visible light keep pigmentation active, so without SPF you’re working against yourself.
“Pigmentation takes patience. The Brightening Complex is one I trust to do what it says, it is intense and potent but for the right client it is excellent and does not make the skin angry in the process.” - Caroline, Lucēre
APPLICATION: Apply a small amount to clean skin, smoothing over face and neck or areas of pigmentation. Use morning, evening or both. Always follow with SPF in the morning.
Gift with purchase: a free Cleansing Complex travel size (value $51), while stocks last.
Free shipping on NZ orders over $150. Authorised iS Clinical stockist.Free shipping on NZ orders over $150. Authorised iS Clinical stockist.
The treatment your neck has been waiting for
The neck and decollete are almost always the first places to show the real signs of ageing - thinning skin, loss of definition along the jaw, crepey texture that no amount of moisturiser seems to touch. And yet most people's skincare routine stops at the chin.
The iS Clinical NeckPerfect Complex is purpose-built for exactly this area. A gel-cream formula that exfoliates, firms, hydrates, and restores elasticity - all in one targeted daily treatment. Fruit acids from bilberry, sugarcane, orange, lemon, and sugar maple, alongside willow bark and salicylic acid, provide gentle resurfacing to refine the surface texture that makes crepey skin look worse. Hydrolysed quinoa and rice proteins strengthen the skin's structural matrix and visibly improve firmness and definition along the jaw and neck with consistent use. Hyaluronic acid, Vitamin B5, and sweet almond extract deliver deep, lasting hydration.
The clinical numbers are strong: 88% of users saw improvement in skin sagging; all users noticed a reduction in crepey skin. Results take time - expect to see texture improvement within a few weeks and meaningful lifting and firming effects from six to eight weeks of consistent use. This is not an overnight fix, but it is a genuine one.
One practical note: the formula has a light fragrance. If you are very fragrance-sensitive in general, introduce gradually.
Who it's for:
Anyone noticing the neck and jaw beginning to look less defined, thinner, or crepey
Perimenopausal and mature skin where the neck has aged faster than the face
Post-weight-loss skin that has lost firmness around the jaw and neck
Anyone whose face-to-neck disconnect has become noticeable
Those who want to protect and maintain definition before significant sagging begins
"The neck is almost always the give-away - and it's often ignored. NeckPerfect is one of those products that does what it promises, but you have to be consistent and patient with it. The clinical results speak for themselves." - Caroline, Lucere
APPLICATION: Apply a small amount to clean skin and smooth upward over the neck, jawline, and decollete. Use morning and evening. Apply with upward strokes rather than rubbing. Always follow with SPF in the morning.
Free shipping on NZ orders over $150. Authorised iS Clinical stockist.
The firming eye gel for dark circles, puffiness and fine lines
If you've been waiting for an eye product that actually does something you can see - this is the one.
The GeneXC Firming Eye Gel is iS Clinical's most advanced eye treatment. It gives a visible tightening, smoothing and brightening effect within minutes of application, while its collagen-supporting actives work on longer-term firmness.
The formula centres on iS Clinical's GeneXC Technology - two forms of vitamin C (one for fast radiance, one for longer-term collagen support and brightening), Extremozymes for environmental protection, and a bio-fermented active that creates an immediate tightening effect as it dries. Alongside that: two forms of hyaluronic acid for multi-level hydration, Palmitoyl Tripeptide-5 to support firmness over time, and gold for luminosity. Glutathione and ergothioneine round out the antioxidant protection.
It comes in a tube with a cooling metal applicator tip - no fingers, no dragging, no product lost in your palms. The cooling effect helps with puffiness straight away, and the lightweight, honey-tinted gel absorbs quickly enough to wear under concealer without pilling.
A note on the tingle: some people feel a mild warming sensation on application, particularly with sensitive skin. It settles quickly.
Who it's for:
Women 35+ whose eye area is ageing faster than the rest of their face
Dark circles, crepiness, puffiness or fine lines around the eyes
Anyone who wants an eye treatment that sits well under concealer and makeup
Skin that finds rich eye creams too heavy for daytime
Anyone who wants an immediate visible result alongside long-term improvement
Common questions
GeneXC Firming Eye Gel or Youth Eye Complex?
The Firming Eye Gel is the active, lightweight treatment - ideal in the morning when you want your eyes to look better before you leave the house. Youth Eye Complex is a richer peptide cream that suits drier, more mature skin at night. Many clients use both: the gel in the morning, Youth Eye Complex at night.
Can I wear it under makeup?
Yes. Let it absorb fully first, and use a thin layer.
"This is iS Clinical's most advanced eye treatment. The immediate tightening effect is real - and for anyone whose eyes are the thing that bothers them most in the mirror in the morning, this is where I'd start." - Caroline, Lucēre
APPLICATION: Press gently to dispense a small amount onto the cooling metal applicator. Smooth over the under-eye area morning and evening, after serums and before moisturiser or SPF. Allow to absorb fully before applying makeup. Do not rub or over-manipulate.
Lightweight gel. Fragrance-free. All skin types. 15ml.
Free shipping on NZ orders over $150. Authorised iS Clinical stockist.
A peptide eye cream that covers all the bases
The eye area is usually the first place to show fatigue, age, and dehydration - and it's also the most delicate skin on the face. The iS Clinical Youth Eye Complex addresses fine lines, crow's feet, puffiness, dark circles, and loss of firmness, in one fragrance-free formula that's gentle enough to use morning and night.
The formulation is genuinely sophisticated. Botanically-derived hyaluronic acid microspheres work differently from standard hyaluronic acid - they expand on contact with skin, physically filling in fine lines when you tap the product in. Sodium hyaluronate penetrates more deeply for lasting hydration. Acetyl octapeptide-3 targets the fluid accumulation behind morning puffiness. Dipotassium glycyrrhizate from licorice root calms discolouration under the eye. iS Clinical's Extremozyme technology provides DNA-level protection against further environmental damage.
Reviewers report immediate plumping on first application, and consistent improvement in crow's feet and dark circles over weeks. The lightweight texture works well under makeup and doesn't migrate.
Tip: the peptides and hyaluronic acid microspheres work just as effectively on fine lines around the mouth as around the eyes.
Who it's for:
Anyone with crow's feet, fine lines, or creasing around the eye area
Those dealing with morning puffiness or under-eye bags
Anyone with dark circles wanting gentle, consistent improvement
Mature and perimenopausal skin wanting comprehensive eye support
Sensitive skin that has reacted to other eye creams
"The eye area shows everything - fatigue, stress, age. This cream is comprehensive without being heavy or irritating, and the results with consistent use are genuinely good." - Caroline, Lucere
APPLICATION: Dispense a small amount onto your ring finger. Gently tap around the orbital bone, focusing on outer corners (crow's feet) and the under-eye area. Avoid the inner corners of the eye and eyelids. Use morning and night. Follow with moisturiser.
Free shipping on NZ orders over $150. Authorised iS Clinical stockist.
SPF | Sunscreen
The zinc sunscreen for sensitive skin and after laser treatments
Extreme Protect SPF 40 is an all-mineral sunscreen built around 15.3% zinc oxide and 1.3% titanium dioxide, with no chemical UV filters. It’s also the kind of sunscreen that does more than protect. Centella asiatica, vitamin E, olive leaf extract and aloe support and calm the skin, and iS Clinical’s Extremozyme technology adds environmental protection.
It feels like a light moisturiser, not a typical sunscreen, which is why it suits dry, sensitive and red skin so well. Online reviewers often say they forget they’re wearing it. At Lucēre, it’s the sunscreen we recommend after BBL, MOXI, Sylfirm X and microchanneling, when skin needs protecting without any chemical filters.
All-mineral. Broad spectrum UVA/UVB. Fragrance-free.
Who it’s for:
Anyone who wants a zinc-based mineral sunscreen with no chemical UV filters
Sensitive, reactive or redness-prone skin
Skin recovering after laser, light or microneedling treatments
Dry skin that finds matte sunscreens tight or drying
Women 35+ who want sun protection and antioxidant support in one morning step
Anyone who’s been let down by sunscreens that feel heavy or greasy
Common questions
Extreme Protect SPF 40 or Eclipse SPF 50+? Both are mineral sunscreens. Extreme Protect is high in zinc and more moisturising, so it’s the better choice for sensitive, dry or red skin, and after treatments. Eclipse SPF 50+ is lighter with a matte finish, so it suits oily and congested skin and sits well under makeup.
Will it leave a white cast? It can, a little. With 15.3% zinc, some people notice a slight white tinge, especially on deeper skin tones or with a heavy layer. Apply it in two thin layers and let each one settle. If you still see it, the Beige version is the same formula with a soft tint.
Can I use it after laser or microneedling? Yes, that’s one of the main reasons we stock it. Mineral sunscreen is the safest choice on freshly treated skin. After BBL or MOXI it can go on straight away. After Sylfirm X or microchanneling, wait until we tell you, usually the next morning. Your aftercare sheet will have the details.
“The 40 is where protection and skincare really meet. If you want one product doing the heavy lifting in your morning routine, this is the one. People are always surprised by how good their skin looks when they’re wearing it.” - Caroline, Lucēre
APPLICATION: Apply generously to face and neck 15 minutes before sun exposure, about a teaspoon for face, neck and ears. Reapply at least every two hours, after swimming or sweating, and after towel drying.
Free shipping on NZ orders over $150. Authorised iS Clinical stockist.
The tinted mineral sunscreen that makes your skin look better while it protects
This is our most-reached-for sunscreen at Lucēre. Extreme Protect SPF 40 Beige is the same all-mineral formula as the Translucent, with 15.3% zinc oxide, 1.3% titanium dioxide, centella asiatica, vitamin E, olive leaf and iS Clinical’s Extremozyme technology, plus a warm, golden-beige tint.
It’s not a tinted moisturiser or a BB cream. It’s a proper daily sunscreen that evens out your skin tone and gives a healthy glow while it works. The finish is luminous without being shiny, and online reviewers often say they skip foundation altogether when they’re wearing it.
The tint also does a job. The iron oxides that give it colour help protect against visible light, which plays a part in pigmentation and melasma. That makes it a smart choice for pigment-prone skin and after laser and light treatments. If you’ve found the Translucent leaves a slight white tinge, the tint blends it out.
All-mineral. Broad spectrum UVA/UVB. Fragrance-free.
Who it’s for:
Anyone who wants sun protection, skincare and a natural glow in one step
Light to medium skin tones with neutral to warm undertones
Pigmentation-prone skin, melasma and post-summer sun spots
Skin recovering after BBL, laser or microneedling treatments
Perimenopausal and mature skin wanting a natural finish without heavy coverage
Anyone who finds the Translucent leaves a white tinge
Common questions
Extreme Protect Beige or Eclipse Beige? The two tints are quite different. Extreme Protect Beige reads warm and golden, and the formula is high in zinc and moisturising. Eclipse SPF 50+ Beige is a cooler, lighter, more neutral tint with a matte finish, better for oily skin. If you’ve tried Eclipse Beige and found it too cool or too light, this is likely the one for you.
Will the tint suit my skin tone? It suits most light to medium skin tones, especially with neutral or warm undertones. Blend it well and build it up in thin layers. If you have a very fair or deeper skin tone, ask us and we’ll help you choose.
Can I use it after laser or microneedling? Yes. Mineral sunscreen is the safest choice on freshly treated skin, and the tint adds visible light protection, which helps after pigmentation treatments like BBL. After BBL or MOXI it can go on straight away. After Sylfirm X or microchanneling, wait until we tell you, usually the next morning.
“The beige is our bestseller for a reason. The glow, the skincare, the protection - it does everything. It’s the SPF I choose for myself when I don’t want to wear makeup but I want a bit of a glow.” - Caroline, Lucēre
APPLICATION: Apply generously to face and neck 15 minutes before sun exposure, about a teaspoon for face, neck and ears. Blend well so the tint sits evenly. Reapply at least every two hours, after swimming or sweating, and after towel drying.
Free shipping on NZ orders over $150. Authorised iS Clinical stockist.
The hydrating daily sunscreen for redness-prone skin
Extreme Protect SPF 30 goes on like a moisturiser and protects like a sunscreen. It combines zinc oxide with octinoxate, a microencapsulated chemical UV filter, and adds centella asiatica, aloe, olive leaf extract, vitamin E and iS Clinical’s Extremozyme technology. Online reviewers with rosacea often say it calms the look of redness as well as protecting.
Worth knowing: this isn’t an all-mineral sunscreen. If you prefer mineral-only, or you need sunscreen straight after a laser or microneedling treatment, choose Extreme Protect SPF 40. It has the same moisturising feel, it’s all-mineral, and it’s a higher SPF.
Broad spectrum UVA/UVB. Fragrance-free. Paraben-free.
Who it’s for:
Rosacea and redness-prone skin
Dry or mature skin that needs hydration alongside protection
Anyone who finds sunscreen drying or heavy and has given up wearing it daily
“Clients with rosacea love this - feels like a moisturiser.” - Caroline, Lucēre
APPLICATION: Apply generously to face and neck 15 minutes before sun exposure, about a teaspoon for face, neck and ears. Reapply at least every two hours, after swimming or sweating, and after towel drying.
Free shipping on NZ orders over $150. Authorised iS Clinical stockist.
The tinted mineral SPF 50+ with a light, matte finish
Eclipse SPF 50+ Beige is the same lightweight mineral formula as the Eclipse translucent, with a light, cool-neutral tint. It evens out skin tone and softens the look of mild redness, while drying to the same non-greasy matte finish. Online reviewers often say they go without makeup when they’re wearing it.
The tint also adds protection. The iron oxides that give it colour help protect against visible light, which plays a part in pigmentation and melasma.
All-mineral. Broad spectrum UVA/UVB. Fragrance-free.
Who it’s for:
Fair to light skin with neutral or cool undertones
Oily, combination or blemish-prone skin wanting light coverage and a matte finish
Pigmentation-prone skin wanting visible light protection
Eclipse translucent users who’d like a hint of colour
Anyone who found the Extreme Protect SPF 40 Beige too warm or golden
Common questions
Eclipse Beige or Extreme Protect Beige? The tints are quite different. Eclipse Beige is cooler, lighter and more neutral, with a matte finish that suits oily skin. Extreme Protect SPF 40 Beige is warm and golden, high in zinc and more moisturising. If you’ve found the Extreme Protect Beige too warm for your colouring, this is likely the better match.
Will the tint suit my skin tone? It’s best on fair to light skin with neutral or cool undertones. If you have a medium or warmer skin tone, the Extreme Protect SPF 40 Beige is usually a better match. Ask us and we’ll help you choose.
Can I use it after treatments? Yes. It’s all-mineral, so it’s gentle on treated skin, and the tint adds visible light protection after pigmentation treatments like BBL. After BBL it can go on straight away. After Sylfirm X or microchanneling, wait until we tell you, usually the next morning.
“If SPF 50 is non-negotiable for you, the beige takes care of the white-cast question. People who love it really love it and they stick with it.” - Caroline, Lucēre
APPLICATION: Apply generously to face and neck 15 minutes before sun exposure, about a teaspoon for face, neck and ears. Blend well so the tint sits evenly. Reapply at least every two hours, after swimming or sweating, and after towel drying. Allow 3-5 minutes to set before applying makeup.
Free shipping on NZ orders over $150. Authorised iS Clinical stockist.
The lightweight mineral sunscreen with a matte finish
Eclipse SPF 50+ is the highest SPF in our range, in a mineral sunscreen that feels like almost nothing on the skin. It uses transparent titanium dioxide and micronised zinc oxide with vitamin E, absorbs quickly, and dries to a non-greasy matte finish.
That finish is what makes Eclipse different. It sits well under makeup, doesn’t leave skin shiny, and suits oily, blemish-prone and congested skin that finds richer sunscreens too heavy. It’s the everyday sunscreen for people who want reliable protection and want to forget it’s there.
All-mineral. Broad spectrum UVA/UVB. Fragrance-free.
Who it’s for:
Oily, combination or blemish-prone skin wanting a matte finish
Congested skin and enlarged pores
Anyone who wears makeup every day and wants a sunscreen that sits well underneath
Those who prefer mineral sunscreen with no chemical UV filters
Anyone who wants SPF 50+ without heaviness or shine
Common questions
Eclipse SPF 50+ or Extreme Protect SPF 40? Both are mineral sunscreens. Eclipse is lighter, higher SPF and matte, so it’s the better choice for oily or congested skin and under makeup. Extreme Protect SPF 40 is high in zinc and more moisturising, so it suits dry, sensitive or red skin and is our pick after treatments.
Will it leave a white cast? Most people find it sheer. Eclipse is mainly transparent titanium dioxide with a low level of zinc, so it’s much less likely to leave a white tinge than high-zinc sunscreens. If you’d like a little colour, the Beige version is the same formula with a light tint.
Does it work under makeup? Yes, that’s one of its strengths. Apply it as the last step of your skincare and let it set for 3-5 minutes before foundation.
“Eclipse is the practical choice - and there’s absolutely nothing wrong with that. If SPF 50 is what you need, this does the job beautifully and sits perfectly under makeup.” - Caroline, Lucēre
APPLICATION: Apply generously to face and neck 15 minutes before sun exposure, about a teaspoon for face, neck and ears. Reapply at least every two hours, after swimming or sweating, and after towel drying. Allow 3-5 minutes to set before applying makeup.
Free shipping on NZ orders over $150. Authorised iS Clinical stockist.
Gifts | Box Sets
The skincare gift set to start with: two products, one routine
If you were going to start somewhere with iS Clinical - or give someone a gift that actually gets used - this is it. The Balance & Hydrate Gift Set pairs the full-size 180ml Cleansing Complex with the Hydra-Cool Serum, built around one simple idea: clean skin, calm skin.
The Cleansing Complex is the product I recommend most. It cleans without stripping, clears without irritating, and suits almost every skin type I see in clinic. The 180ml size means it lasts - this isn’t a sample, it’s a proper introduction. The Hydra-Cool Serum is the serum I reach for when skin is sensitised, dehydrated, or just needs to breathe. It layers light as water, calms redness, and gives a plump, settled result within days.
Together they’re a simple morning and evening routine in two steps.
Who it’s for:
Anyone starting with iS Clinical for the first time
Teenage or hormonal skin
Dry, dehydrated or sensitised skin
Skin that needs to calm down before introducing actives
Anyone who wants visible results without complexity
What’s inside:
Cleansing Complex 180ml
Hydra-Cool Serum 15ml
The routine:
AM: Cleansing Complex - Hydra-Cool Serum - SPF
PM: Cleansing Complex - Hydra-Cool Serum
“This is one of the sets I love giving as a gift - and not just because it’s well-priced. These are two products I use in clinic every week. Simple, effective, and exactly what most skin needs.” - Caroline, Lucēre
APPLICATION:
Step 1 - Cleansing Complex: Moisten face and neck, massage a small amount over the skin, then rinse thoroughly and pat dry. Use morning and evening.
Step 2 - Hydra-Cool Serum: Apply a small amount to clean skin, smoothing evenly over face and neck. Follow with SPF in the morning.
Value $213 - you save $36 compared with buying individually. Free shipping on NZ orders over $150. Authorised iS Clinical stockist.
A complete skincare gift set for rosacea, redness and sensitive skin
Rosacea-prone skin, chronically red or reactive skin, and skin that has become sensitised over time all need a different approach. Not more actives or more layers, just the right products working together to calm, support and protect.
That’s what the Pure Calm Collection is built for: four products covering every step of a routine for skin that needs handling with care.
What’s inside:
Cleansing Complex 180ml - the gentle gel cleanser that cleans deeply without stripping
Pro-Heal Serum Advance+ 15ml - iS Clinical’s vitamin C serum for sensitive, red and rosacea-prone skin
Hydra-Cool Serum 15ml - immediate cooling hydration for skin that’s feeling irritated or overwhelmed
Eclipse SPF 50+ 100g - a lightweight mineral sunscreen with a matte finish
Pro-Heal is the heart of this collection. Most vitamin C serums can sting and flush reactive skin. Pro-Heal pairs 15% vitamin C with calming olive leaf extract, zinc and vitamins A and E, so it helps settle redness while it brightens. People with rosacea who have struggled with other vitamin C serums often find this is the one they can use.
The routine:
AM: Cleansing Complex - Pro-Heal Serum - Hydra-Cool Serum - Eclipse SPF 50+
PM: Cleansing Complex - Pro-Heal Serum - Hydra-Cool Serum
Giving it as a gift?
For someone who’s always battling redness, it’s a complete routine in one box that takes the guesswork out of what to use.
Value $492 - you save $138 compared with buying individually.
Pregnant or breastfeeding? Check with us first and we’ll guide you on which products suit.
“This is the set I reach for when someone describes skin that is constantly red, reactive or struggling. Pro-Heal alongside Hydra-Cool is one of my favourite calming combinations in the range.” - Caroline, Lucēre
Free shipping on NZ orders over $150. Authorised iS Clinical stockist.
A gentle skincare set for sensitive, dry and compromised skin
The iS Clinical Pure Wellness Collection is a simple, gentle routine for skin that needs extra care. It was created with cancer treatment in mind, but it’s for anyone whose skin is very dry, sensitive, red or recovering, whatever the reason. The products are fragrance-free, easy to use, and designed to keep skin comfortable.
For skin going through cancer treatment: treatment often brings skin changes that come as a surprise: extreme dryness, sensitivity, redness and thinning. iS Clinical lists both Poly-Vitamin Serum and Hydra-Cool Serum for skin experiencing the side effects of cancer therapies.
What’s inside:
Cream Cleanser 120ml - the gentlest cleanser in the iS Clinical range. It cleanses without stripping, and can be wiped off without water on days when washing feels like too much.
Poly-Vitamin Serum 15ml - a hydrating vitamin serum with hyaluronic acid, vitamins B3, B5, E and A to improve the look of tone, texture and overall skin health.
Hydra-Cool Serum 15ml - immediate cooling hydration for skin that feels dry, tight, irritated or red.
Extreme Protect SPF 30 (2 x 5g) - a nourishing broad-spectrum SPF that helps calm the look of redness while protecting the skin.
The routine:
AM: Cream Cleanser - Poly-Vitamin Serum - Hydra-Cool Serum - Extreme Protect SPF 30
PM: Cream Cleanser - Poly-Vitamin Serum - Hydra-Cool Serum
If skin is very dry, add SHEALD Recovery Balm at night.
Giving it as a gift?
This is one of the most thoughtful gifts you can give someone going through treatment - practical, gentle and a small comfort every day. Ask us if you’d like it gift-wrapped.
A note on treatment: skin can react differently during cancer treatment, so check with your oncology team before starting any new skincare, and introduce products one at a time. Pregnant or breastfeeding? Check with us first and we’ll guide you on which products suit.
Value $350 - you save $122 compared with buying individually.
“This collection is close to my heart. These are the products I’d choose for anyone whose skin needs to be treated gently, and they make a lovely, practical gift for someone going through a hard time.” - Caroline, Lucēre
Free shipping on NZ orders over $150. Authorised iS Clinical stockist.
An at-home facial gift set - a proper facial in fifteen minutes
The Warm Up Cool Down kit is the at-home version of something I do in clinic: warm the skin to cleanse it deeply, then flood it with cooling hydration to calm, plump and leave it glowing. Two steps, two products, fifteen minutes.
Step one: Warming Honey Cleanser. 40% honey, royal jelly, propolis and papaya enzymes. It warms gently on contact, cleanses deeply and exfoliates just enough to help everything that follows absorb better. It smells beautiful, and skin feels softer after you rinse it off.
Step two: Hydra-Intensive Cooling Masque. A professional-strength gel with centella asiatica, resveratrol, aloe vera, green tea and hyaluronic acid. The cooling sensation after the warmth is lovely. Rinse it off after 5-10 minutes, or leave it on overnight as a treatment. It’s also wonderful for skin that’s had too much sun.
I use the Warming Honey Cleanser in the Fire & Ice Facial at Lucēre. This kit lets you bring that two-step ritual home.
Who it’s for:
Anyone who wants a proper at-home facial without a clinic visit
Dull, dehydrated skin that needs a weekly reset
Before a big event, or as a Sunday ritual
Summer skin after a day in the sun
A gift that actually gets used
Pro tip: leave the Warming Honey Cleanser on for 5 minutes before rinsing for the full mask effect, then apply the Cooling Masque for 10 minutes or overnight.
“This is one of my favourite things to give as a gift. Two products, a perfect pairing, and one of the best things you can do for your skin at home. I use both in clinic and reach for them myself.” - Caroline, Lucēre
APPLICATION: Step 1 - Moisten face, massage the Warming Honey Cleanser over face and neck avoiding the eyes, leave 3-5 minutes, then rinse. Step 2 - Apply an even layer of the Cooling Masque over face and neck. Leave 5-10 minutes and rinse, or leave on overnight.
Free shipping on NZ orders over $150. Authorised iS Clinical stockist.
iS CLINICAL FAQs
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Yes - Lucēre is an authorised iS Clinical stockist and we ship nationwide across New Zealand. Add to cart and checkout directly, or text us on 0275823737 if you'd like a recommendation before buying.
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We have a selection of testers you can try here at Lucere. We also keep in stock some samples, these are subject to availability.
Please text us on 0275823737 or book a time online (see ‘Skincare Appointment’) to make a time to learn about and try iS Clinical products OR to collect your items if you have purchased them via ‘click and collect’ on our online shop.
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iS Clinical skincare products are non-systemic and are considered cosmetic by the FDA. Considering this, these products, including those containing retinol should pose no difficulty during pregnancy and lactation with the understanding they should not be placed directly on lactating nipples to avoid ingestion.
iS Clinical recommends the user always consult with their individual doctor and follow that doctor’s advice regarding their particular health situation including pregnancy and lactation.
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Pharmaceutical products are regulated as drugs—their ingredients must be pure, undiluted, conform to what is claimed and lack impurities. Cosmetic-grade products, commonly purchased at your local drugstore or department store, are not held to the same standard. iS Clinical is a pharmaceutical-grade skincare line backed by clinical studies.
Cosmetic-grade skincare products are generally available over-the-counter and are not subject to strict regulations or clinical testing, while pharmaceutical-grade skincare products are formulated with higher concentrations of active ingredients, undergo rigorous testing, and are often prescribed by dermatologists or available through medical channels.
"Medical-grade skincare" isn't a regulated term, and it's often used as a marketing tactic, implying products are superior or more effective than over-the-counter options, which is not always the case. When choosing skincare, it's crucial to focus on the ingredients and whether they are backed by clinical evidence, rather than relying solely on the "medical-grade" label.
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Even though the same ingredient names may appear on packaging of other brands, there is most often a tremendous difference in the quality, purity, and efficacy of those same ingredients.
For example, one of iS Clinical’s favorite botanical ingredients: Centella Asiatica comes in many forms and strengths. A “cosmetic-grade” (basic grade containing impurities) Centella Asiatica extract is often priced in the $50/kg region; while the “pharmaceutical-grade” (purest, most powerful grade) used in iS CLINICAL® products costs in the region of $5,000/kg.
The pharmaceutical-grade Centella may be 1,000 times more powerful than a cosmetic-grade.
Please remember that ingredients are only the starting point of a formulation and should only be viewed as a “building block”; as often an ingredient’s independent characteristics and properties are completely changed when combined with other ingredients in a formula. For example, Hydrogen and Oxygen are gases in their natural state, however if you combine 2 Hydrogen molecules with an Oxygen molecule, the result is water; which is a completely different substance. Imagine how different a formulation is from its combination of many, many ingredients that are bonded together!
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A sudden change is just fine, based on skin condition needs or seasonal changes. However, if you have a history of sensitivity, patch testing products is recommended. We recommend a seasonal skincare consultation and treatment plan to best meet the skin’s changing needs and perhaps the clients' lifestyles.
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To safely begin using active ingredients in your skincare routine, start with a low concentration of one ingredient, patch test on a small area, and gradually increase frequency and concentration as your skin tolerates it, while always using sunscreen.
We will give you more detailed instructions about how to do this based on your skintype and the products you purchase, please ask us if you have any questions.
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iS Clinical products are not tested on animals.
iS CLINICAL products contain ingredients obtained only from non-animal sources except for honey in WARMING HONEY CLEANSER. This product contains honey made by bees pollinating natural California blossoms and is cruelty-free. These hives are maintained by compassionate and knowledgeable beekeepers who only harvest the honey overow not consumed by the bees. This allows the hives to remain healthy and thrive.
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Every substance in the world is a chemical and can be meticulously described by a chemical name, for example water can be known as dihydrogen monoxide, which is actually the chemical term for H2O.
The iS Clinical product line is unique in that it uses ingredients of only the highest quality and purity. Their raw materials are botanically based and pharmaceutical grade, and do not contain fillers, toxic metals, or impurities. They meet the criteria of their biochemical C of A (Certificate of Analysis) at their production facility.
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iS Clinical products contain no unnecessary fragrances, chemical preservatives, or other chemicals. Furthermore, they use pharmaceutical-grade raw materials, free of impurities and “stowaway” compounds.
iS Clinical products do contain many botanical and “active” ingredients, so it is possible for occasional sensitivities to the products to develop. If you are concerned about potential sensitivities, we welcome you to patch test with our tester products at Lucere or we can apply certain products post treatment for you to try.
Meet iS CLINICAL
Innovative Skincare, founded in 2002, is a privately owned, science-led company known for pharmaceutical-grade, clinically validated skincare. With full control over in-house development and production, the brand upholds exceptional quality and performance standards. Backed by independent clinical studies, their advanced formulations are designed to deliver visible improvements in skin health and overall confidence.
