FAQ

Epicuren's Metadermabolic Enzymes improve the overall health of your skin. You can expect to see an improvement in color, tone, texture, and the appearance of fine lines. Your individual results will vary depending on your skin care goals and adherence to a daily regime. Initially when utilizing the Epicuren Discovery® enzymes, the skin may go through a transition period and may purge impurities, leaving your skin feeling tight and dry. This effect is an indication that the enzymes are working. We recommend slowly introducing the Metadermabolic Enzyme trio to avoid much of the dryness and possible purging. It is important to moisturize more frequently during this transition. In a couple of weeks, the skin will balance out, leaving a healthy glow.

Our Metadermabolic Enzyme is made up of elastin and collagen protein combined in a waterborne base of Niacin, Biotin, and Riboflavin. Unlike a fruit enzyme, our protein enzyme is familiar to the skin, so it is readily accepted as nourishment, much like a protein pack for hair or protein-based nail treatments. Fruit enzymes usually exfoliate the skin. The Metadermabolic Enzyme does not exfoliate, but instead stimulates the skin, demanding it to perform in a more youthful manner.

The Skin Conditioner Enzyme Toner, Enzyme Concentrate Vitamin Protein Complex, and Gel Plus Enzyme Protein Gel were designed to work synergistically together. However, using all 3 products may be too much activity for certain individuals. In that case you may need to slowly acclimate your skin to the enzymes or eliminate 1 or 2 of the steps. For instance, you may use the Skin Conditioner Enzyme Toner daily, while applying the Enzyme Concentrate and Gel Plus 1 - 2 times per week. Then gradually increase usage of the Enzyme Concentrate and Gel Plus.

While the Metadermabolic Enzyme trio makes your skin look fantastic, daily use of the enzyme trio (Skin Conditioner, Enzyme Concentrate, and Gel Plus) may be too active for certain individuals. We recommend slowly introducing these products to the skin over a period.

We do not recommend using the Metadermabolic enzyme trio on active acne. Your skin care therapist can suggest other options within the Epicuren® product line until your acne is under control.

The Metadermabolic Enzyme encourages the skin to self-rejuvenate, resulting in a more youthful and vibrant appearing complexion. This exclusive complex can be found in the following Epicuren® products: • Skin Conditioner Enzyme Toner • Enzyme Concentrate Vitamin Protein Complex • Gel Plus Enzyme Protein Gel • Gellé Cleanser • Glycolic Lotion Face Peel 5% and 10% • Protein Mist Enzyme Toner • Eye Cream • Evening Emulsion Enzyme Moisturizer • Skin Rejuvenation Therapy • Ultra Rose Treat Enzyme Moisturizer • Facial Emulsion Enzyme Moisturizer • After Bath Moisturizers • Aromatherapy Protein Mist

Absolutely. Although your skin may not redden or burn as easily as fairer skin types, you are still being exposed to UVA and UVB rays, which can cause aging effects and cellular defects, such as cancer.

To ensure maximum coverage, please refer to individual sun protection product application instructions. Generally, it is recommended to apply 20 minutes before sun exposure.

Under the guidance of an Epicuren® certified skin care professional, you should be able to add our products to your daily skin care routine.

As a rule, pregnant or lactating women should avoid Vitamin A and its derivatives (i.e. Retinol and Retinyl Palmitate), highly stimulating chemical peels (certain professional acids/treatments), and stimulating or pure essential oils. Please keep in mind that we always recommend pregnant women consult with their physician prior to using any products.

It is common to have color, scent, cloudiness, or viscosity variation due to the natural raw materials used in formulating our products. The time of year ingredients are harvested or collected and the actual time the product is manufactured creates variations. For example, a product manufactured during colder times will tend to be thicker, whereas hotter times of year result in a thinner viscosity. Our products are packaged in clear containers, making our variance more noticeable to the naked eye.