Frequently asked questions

Helixa Retinal Peptide Serum is a skincare serum formulated with retinal, niacinamide and a peptide complex to help support the skin’s renewal process. With regular use, it supports a smoother, more balanced and brighter-looking complexion.

Helixa Retinal Peptide Serum is suitable for normal, combination, oily, blemish-prone and sensitive skin types. It is recommended to increase the frequency of use according to the skin’s tolerance.

Retinal, also known as retinaldehyde, is a vitamin A derivative that converts into its active form more quickly than retinol. Due to this characteristic, it can provide effective anti-ageing care support even at low concentrations.

Apply a few drops of retinal serum to clean, dry skin as part of the evening routine. It is recommended to begin by applying it once a week and then gradually increase the frequency according to the skin’s tolerance.

Yes. When using skincare products containing retinal, sunscreen is recommended as part of the daytime routine. This helps support the protection of the skin barrier.

Helixa SPF 50+ sunscreen helps provide broad-spectrum protection against UVA and UVB rays with modern UV filters. It supports the skin barrier with Ectoin, panthenol and an antioxidant complex.

Helixa Ectoin Sun Defense SPF 50+ has been developed with a lightweight and balanced texture to provide comfortable use without creating an intense white appearance on the skin.

Yes. Sun rays can affect the skin throughout the year, not only during the summer months. Therefore, it is recommended to include SPF 50+ sunscreen products in the daily skincare routine.

Yes. It is recommended to reapply sunscreen, particularly after swimming, sweating or towel drying. Reapplication every 2–3 hours is recommended to maintain effective protection throughout the day.

Ectoin is a biotechnological active ingredient that helps support the skin barrier against environmental stress factors. It contributes to maintaining the skin’s moisture balance.

Niacinamide, also known as vitamin B3, helps balance the appearance of skin tone, support the skin barrier and promote a brighter-looking complexion.

Peptide complexes are biomimetic active ingredients that support the appearance of the skin. They help contribute to firmer, more balanced and renewed-looking skin.

Hyaluronic acid and sodium hyaluronate help provide intensive hydration support by promoting water retention on the skin’s surface.

Helixa Laboratories products are developed with skin compatibility and barrier support in mind. For sensitive skin, a patch test is recommended before using a new product.

Yes. Helixa products are premium dermocosmetic products developed with a scientific formulation approach suitable for modern daily skincare routines.

Helixa Laboratories is a premium dermocosmetic brand that brings together scientific research, advanced formulation technologies and expertise in active ingredients. The brand develops modern skincare solutions based on skin biology and scientific data.