Whilst we believe everyone is born with their own unique beauty, we don’t know anyone who would say no to the option of having more glowy, smoother, more radiant-looking skin. We at VOIR keep an avid eye on the world of A-list beauty treatments and were so intrigued to see the sheer volume of celebs dabbling in Oxylight Facials. This week we decided to try one for ourselves with the fantastic Justyna at GA Clinic and we need to tell you all about it. https://www.gennarodellaquila.co.uk/

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Oxylight facials are a totally non-invasive procedure that combines various cutting-edge skincare technologies like LED light, high-pressure oxygen and negative pressure therapy systems.  One of the reasons this treatment in particular is having a major moment in the limelight is because of its versatility due to the variety of technologies used.

Whether you are struggling with fine lines, wrinkles, acne, scars, hyperpigmentation, enlarged pores, sagging skin and other signs of ageing, this 90-minute treatment is your new fairy godmother of skincare.

In recent years Oxylight Facials have been the particularly favoured facials for red carpet and everyday alike by the rich and famous, most notably including Madonna. Back in 2017 when it surfaced that Madonna was an Oxylight superfan, several articles spoke about it stating it was “a supercharged, state-of-the-art facial that employs more than one skincare technology” and a “complete workout for the skin”. GA Clinic offers VIP treatments due to the demand for A-listers. The Oxylight Facial incorporates the basics of a facial with these far more cutting-edge treatments to target a wide field of skin concerns. 

The facial was broken down into steps and products by Justyna for us every step of the way making it so much easier to understand. She first focused on giving the skin an antioxidant boost, that aims to brighten, refresh, and rejuvenate the complexion. This was done by using a lotion, serum and mask as well as, can you believe it, placenta serum, which helps with the post-inflammatory marks and boosts the healing processes of the skin.

Among the many currently well-known and commonly used antioxidants are coenzyme Q10, polyphenols, vitamin C, and lipoic acid, however, platinum is proven to be the most powerful antioxidant. Many researchers support platinum over other antioxidants as the “Final Weapon” when it comes to skin rejuvenation. Platinum works against all forms of active oxygen and acts as a catalyst which means it doesn’t lose its activity once they react with oxidants and it remains active as long as it stays in the skin.

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The Oxylight Facial starts with microdermabrasion and lymphatic drainage, it then moves onto use an ultrasound on the skin to target deep hydration and utilizes microcurrents to lift and tighten the muscles – over time our muscles loosen and begin to sag, and this facial tones and tightens them right back up.

The treatment also included oxygen infusion, which is built to be as refreshing as the air in the Alps and targets blackheads and discolouration. Justyna recommended this facial be done 1-2 times a week for 8 sessions to achieve the most dramatic and perfect results.

We feel like this is the holy grail of skincare treatments. This magic cocktail of LED light therapy, oxygen infusion, microcurrent stimulation, and gentle exfoliation is the perfect mix of technologies. The facial stimulates collagen production and promotes cell regeneration. This helps to reduce the appearance of fine lines, wrinkles, and texture, resulting in smoother and more youthful-looking skin.

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Serious question. Have you ever walked down the street to experience the chilling feeling that you’re being watched? Well, hate to break it to you, you probably are.

Since the Metropolitan police announced that live facial recognition cameras will be used on London streets, many “anti-face” activists have been getting creative to work against the issue of involuntary identification.

Between 2014 and 2018, the accuracy in facial technology has seen a 20X increase with more and more demand for it every year. Everything from unlocking a phone, to identifying a shoplifter, facial recognition is literally everywhere you go. And, particularly in recent times, it’s even being used to identify protestors.

Since thousands have been taking part in protests against police brutality in support of the Black Lives Matter movement, the topic of ‘anti-surveillance’ makeup has become of huge interest. Essentially, it’s the technique of applying makeup to try and trick artificial intelligence systems and to stop Big Brother from keeping his eye on you!

But what’s the point? Well, last year an independent study found that 81% of people arrested under the London Metro Police facial recognition system were innocent. Meaning, the system is errored. So, to prevent these false accusations, activists have been designing products to beat the system.

So, who’re the brains? Way back in 2010, Adam Harvey, designer of anti-surveillance fashion, designed a line of anti-drone hijabs and hoodies, which contained certain reflective fabrics to counterbalance thermal surveillance. The project was named Computer Vision Dazzle (aka, C.V Dazzle, or facial dazzle as people are calling it) and looked at how artificial facial shapes, pigments and patterns can be used as a form of camouflage to prevent face recognition technology. Madness, right?

In an interview with Vogue, Sasan Mahmoodi, a lecturer at the University of Southampton said: “If you add man-made objects to the face, like makeup, to produce more edges on faces, then this might create problems for surveillance systems, and obviously the recognition rate might be negatively and dramatically affected.”

Similarly, Polish designer Ewa Nowak’s designed a brass mask, a type of metal jewellery that distorts your face. Think, a form of sunglass that comes with its own anti-algorithm blocker.

She started her project, Incognito, under her own nervousness about who exactly is watching you when you’re on your laptop or phone. I mean, who’s to blame her. We’ve all covered our laptop camera at least once in our lifetime, right?

These techniques have been picked up by many privacy campaigners, including the Dazzle Club, who wear anti-surveillance makeup in silent protest against facial recognition cameras. Yep, they may get a lot of stares on the street, but at least it’s not from the cameras! None the less, all these efforts are to raise awareness around one simple question. Is involuntary identification ethical?

Words by Clare Stephenson

Graphics by Katie Janes

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