Esotique Review
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Overview

Esotique is made by a company called Chamonix and is supposed to be a very advanced anti-wrinkle treatment that comes in the form of a cream. It contains grape seed extract and retinol. Grape seed extract is an anti-oxidant while retinol, a form of Vitamin A, is used in many products as an anti-aging property that is said to increase the rate of skin turnover and provide a boost in collagen production, resulting in a more youthful appearance.

Product Details

The key ingredients used in Esotique are listed as grape seed extract, retinol, vitamin E, and hyaluronic acid. Esotique is said to cause no irritation or drying to the skin. Hyaluronic acid is a moisturizing ingredient that is found naturally in human skin and is used to repair tissue damage. Esotique also contains Matrixyl, and claims this ingredient has been proven in clinical trials to decrease wrinkle depth. The Esotique website states that this anti-wrinkle cream does not contain mineral oil, petroleum by-products, pharmaceutical preservatives, and does not perform testing on animals. Websites other than the manufacturer’s claim that Esotique also contains Jojoba Oil, Avocado Oil, and Calendula Extract.

The Good

  • Esotique contains retinol, which is an ingredient proven to reduce visible signs of aging.
  • Esotique is widely available online on a variety of skin care websites and offers a sixty day money back guarantee.

The Bad

  • Although Esotique does have an official website, it is not very informatives. It is a one-page website with an “Order Now” form. There is no official information provided on their clinical trials.
  • A complete list of product ingredients is not available for Esotique.
  • Esotique is quite expensive, with a two-ounce supply costing about $100.
  • Esotique is only available for purchase online and seems to be unavailable in brick-and-mortar stores.

The Bottom Line

Esotique claims to have proven ingredients that can help to visibly reduce the signs of premature aging and wrinkles. The only “before & after” photo that was available for Esotique was a “dramatization” however, and did not accurately depict the claimed improvements to wrinkled skin. Esotique claims to increase collagen production by over 327%, and does offer a money back guarantee if you are unhappy with the product. There are several favorable customer testimonials and online reviews for the Esotique product. Other products which use Hyaluronic Acid and Matrixyl have been shown in clinical trials to be highly effective in treating wrinkles on the skin. While the ingredient list for Estotique does look fairly promising, there’s a lot more information we would like to see from the product manufacturer. For the prices that Esotique is asking, we would like to see a full list of ingredients, as well as some accurate results photos and an easier method for obtaining the products.

Our top pick for 2008:  Dermapril-SP

Dermapril-SP was rated the best-in-class performer, with a cutting-edge formula and results visible immediately after use. Matrixyl 3000™, the primary active ingredient in Dermapril-SP, is backed by clinical research that showed reduction in the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles of as much as 33% after two months of use. Additionally, the formula contains the European miracle ingredient Argatensyl™, which creates an immediate tightening effect on applied areas, making results visible within minutes of use.

The treatment helps the skin regain a more youthful biochemical makeup by supporting the natural production of three building blocks – Collagen, Fibronectin and Hyaluronic Acid. The result is a rapid rejuvenation, diminishing the appearance of wrinkles and other cosmetic signs of age caused by sun exposure, smoking, stress, and other common factors.

In clinical trials, Matrixyl 3000™ decreased the appearance of wrinkles by as much as 33% over a six week period. With the immediate tightening benefits of Argatensyl™, this formula has a completely unique combination of short-term cosmetic results as well as sustained, cumulative benefits to the skin. Common reported results include smoothing and firming; softer skin; diminished appearance of fine lines and wrinkles; and healthier looking, glowing skin. Based on the high cost and quality of the ingredients, Dermapril-SP is reasonably priced. Customer satisfaction seems high and Dermapril-SP offers a risk-free trial, so users can evaluate the product prior to paying the full retail price.

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