ACNE DAY SERUM

In most cases, yes – we would recommend using both of our acne serums. These two products are designed to complement each other.

Dr Ophelia Acne Day Serum contains a blend of three active ingredients – niacinamide, salicylic acid and zinc sulphate. Which, together, help to reduce inflammation and blemishes and regulate skin tone. Dr Ophelia Acne Night Serum, on the other hand, contains tretinoin, clindamycin and azelaic acid. Active ingredients that have been shown to clear skin and help to prevent future acne breakouts.

For best results, we typically recommend applying 1-2 pumps of our ‘day’ formula every morning, followed by a very small amount (no more than one pump) of the ‘night’ formula before bed. Due to its strong effect, to begin with, you should also apply the ‘night’ formula just 1-2 nights a week – slowly increasing the frequency of its application as it’s tolerated.

Formulated in a serum base, both our day and night serums are lightweight – so they won’t clog your pores. And unlike thicker formulas (e.g. creams and moisturisers) which often sit on the surface, they rapidly absorb into the skin and deeply penetrate the affected cells. Here, the active ingredients can quickly get to work.

These ingredients are scientifically backed and proven to help with congested and acne-prone skin. Together, they offer an effective all-around treatment for healthier-looking skin – helping to clear existing breakouts and reduce inflammation, whilst stopping further breakouts in their tracks.

Absolutely. Most acne serums available on the high street contain compounds that are harsh and damaging to the skin, particularly for those suffering from acne. The addition of these ingredients makes them feel luxurious and enables the products to be preserved so that they can stay on the shelves, often for years at a time. But our freshly made formula is different. Free from fragrance and parabens, it is completely hypoallergenic – and successfully reduces inflammation and breakouts, whilst being kind and gentle to the skin. As such, it is perfectly suitable for patients with sensitive skin and can safely become a part of your daily skincare routine. For those with specific known skin allergies we can make the serums free from virtually any specific ingredient due to the bespoke nature of these serums.

Shipping within mainland UK and Northern Ireland is free. Shipping to Europe costs £8 and to the rest of the world costs £15. 

We aim to dispatch hair vitamins the next working day. Prescription products are made bespoke to order in our London Laboratory, so they are typically dispatched within 7 to 10 working days. UK orders are all sent using Royal Mail Tracked 24.

Yes, we ship to most of Europe, as well as USA, Canada, Australia and New Zealand. If shipping to your country isn’t available at checkout, email us at pa@drophelia.com and we will arrange shipping for you.

You can call us on +44 (20) 7022 9888, send an email to Dr Ophelia’s Medical PA: pa@drophelia.com, or book a consultation at our specialist clinic on Harley Street.