OUR IMMUNE MOLECULE ANDIT’S ROLE IN THE SUPPORT OF

THE SKIN AFTER MANIPULATION TREATMENTS.

THE GF1 AFTERCARE SKIN SERIES

Skin manipulations like laser treatment, dermabrasion

and acid-induced skin peels, needling, waxing and

mani/pedicures continue to grow in popularity. This

puts pressure on the professional therapist and medical

personnel to get the best result possible for each individual,

despite their different expectations and the difficulties that

might be posed by their particular skin type.

HOCI GENERATION WITHIN THE NEUTROPHIL

WHAT IS THE THOCLOR GF1 AFTERCARE SKIN SERIES HOCl?

HOCl is our own immune molecule that is formed by the human white blood cells (fig 1.), it is used by the body to fight infection and heal wounds. It therefore plays a central role in our immunity.

The Thoclor Labs method of production delivers a high quality and concentration of HOCl that is manufactured through an IP-protected process outside of the human body. The further addition of proprietary ingredients provide a product that is ideally suited to skin support after manipulation treatments.

Figure 1: Production of HOCl by the white blood cell.

BENEFITS

The four main benefits of Thoclor Labs GF Skin Series when used as an aftercare product to support the skin after manipulation are:

1. A strong antiseptic action against pathogens including biofilm, bacteria, viruses and fungi.

2. A reduction in the inflammatory immune response (less redness, pain and swelling) and a more responsive healing reaction to dermal stressors.

3. Much faster healing than without using the product.

4. Much lower risk of Post Inflammatory Hyperpigmentation (PIH) in darker skin types.

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1. Infection2. Scarring 3. Discolouration

4. Koebnerisation5. Dermatitis6. Prolonged erythema

HOCl causes respiratory loss in bacterial cell

membranes leading to cell death and nonviability.

Of particular importance in its antiseptic function, is

its biocidal preference against pathogenic organisms,

where the body’s normal bacteria are not destroyed.

HOCl is a very strong biocide. It has fast onset of

action against a wide range of pathogens: HOCl is

80 – 100 times more deadly against microorganisms

than bleach (sodium hypochlorite or NaOCl) and far

outperforms both NaOCl and H2O2 (peroxide). HOCl

is also effective against biofilm, which may form on

the laser-treated or peeled skin. (Biofilm is a protective

measure by certain microorganisms whereby a gel-

like layer is created surrounding these organisms.

HOCl destroys biofilm within seconds of application).

When skin manipulations are done, or even after

removal of body hair by waxing, infection is an ever-

present threat that could lead to stress for both the

client and therapist. Infection can also lead to scarring

and the inflammation that can result from infection

raises the risk of Post Inflammatory Hyperpigmentation

(PIH).

The reduction in the inflammatory response and its

specific immune response against pathogenic gram-

negative bacteria further support the beneficial effect

of HOCl on the skin.

Inflammation has three symptoms; redness, pain and

swelling. It also causes pigmentation in darker skin

types, especially when the skin is exposed to UV-

radiation whilst inflammation is present. Furthermore,

excessive inflammation is at the centre of the process

that leads to scarring (e.g. if infection develops) and

it is therefore essential that inflammation be kept

under control during the healing phase after skin

manipulation. The effect of HOCl on inflammation is

to suppress its progress on different levels.

The effect of this powerful suppression of inflammation

is thus to reduce pain, redness and swelling and

to limit the potential risk of PIH and scarring in the

healing skin.

The process of healing is also accelerated when HOCl

is applied to the skin. Healing is promoted by regulating

cytokines and growth factors. After chlorination of

taurine by HOCl, taurine chloramine enhances healing.

Enhanced healing also happens due to neutralization

and inhibition of pro-inflammatory factors. Other skin

disinfectants e.g. diluted bleach (Dakin’s solution),

povidone iodine (Betadine), H2O2 and citric acid are

cytotoxic and impede wound healing.

Treatment complications with chemical peel, laser, dermabrasion or waxing may include

THOCLOR LABS GF1 AFTERCARE SKIN SERIES WILL ASSIST IN PREVENTING ALL OF THESE COMPLICATIONS.

USING HOCl IS COMPLETELY SAFE

Internationally, the regulatory authorities have classified HOCl as safe for use by humans in various applications (including skincare). The US FDA has given HOCl a GRAS (Generally Recognized as Sage) certification, which is the highest safety classification possible.

SKIN TREATMENT COMPLICATIONS

SUMMARYIn summary, the use of Thoclor Labs GF1 Aftercare Skin Series to support the skin after manipulation stems from its main attributes:1. Prevents infection and the formation of biofilm (A major ethological factor in the progress of infection).2. Reduces inflammation (Less downtime, redness, pain). Inflammation control prevents PIH (Post inflammatory hyperpigmentation) and reduces the risk of scarring.3. Positive healing effect means less downtime. Clients can return to work in a shorter time.

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