Above: Gina Brooke hard at work…
As a Hollywood make-up artist working in an age of digital technologies, Gina Brooke was looking for a way to create an instantly flawless canvas for her make up when she discovered Intraceuticals over six years ago.
Since then the Australian owned and made skincare brand has become an integral part of Gina’s life, both personally and professionally, and staple of red carpet preparations across the globe. “Before an event or a shoot, Intraceuticals is an absolute necessity for me. It’s not even an option – I have to use it,” said Gina.
Launched in Melbourne just over eight years ago, Intraceuticals is internationally synonymous with flawless skin. Intraceuticals Infusion’s unique treatment focuses on replenishing and rehydrating skin – which Gina touts as the basis of all beauty.
“Skin is the foundation to beautiful make up,” said Gina. “You can buy the most expensive make up in the world, but if your skin is not prepped properly, it doesn’t matter what you put on your face.”
Gina has played a vital role in introducing Intraceuticals to what is perhaps the most star-studded client list in the beauty business. While Intraceuticals boasts incredible endorsements from the likes of Naomi Campbell, Katy Perry, Justin Timberlake and Miranda Kerr, it was the Queen of Pop herself that initially helped to launch the Aussie brand into the Hollywood scene.
“I introduced it to Madonna in 2004 and she loved it,” said Gina. “She was a huge catalyst in bringing awareness to the brand because Madonna is a woman who sets trends. Everyone was talking about how amazing her skin was and so they started asking what she was using.”
So, Madonna may love it, but what exactly is an Intraceuticals Infusion?
So much more than your standard facial, Intraceuticals Infusion softly mists the skin as it uses pressurised oxygen to deliver Hyaluronic Acid and their signature Rejuvenate Serum deep into the skin’s structure, hydrating at the deepest level possible.
Not only does this process deposit an amazing banquet of vitamins A, E & C to where you skin needs them most, but it also creates immediate results that continue to develop over the next day. Instantly plump cheeks, soft lips and glowing skin? Now you know why Madonna has her very own Intraceuticals spa installed in her home. Jealous?
Reflecting on her first Intraceuticals treatment Gina remembers thinking she looked like herself but just a better version, and I can’t help but agree. After my treatment my skin felt instantly soft and plush. I was literally glowing as I strolled down the street that afternoon, embarrassingly checking out my revived complexion in far too many shop windows as I passed.
In addition to the salon-based Infusion, Intraceuticals now offers an at-home range that builds on the same key principles of hyaluronic layering. From a host of amazing products, my favourite is the Rejuvenate Daily Serum (RRP $198.00) which I mix with my foundation everyday for natural coverage and apply each night before bed. Just like Madonna. Oh yeah.
Want to find your closest Intraceuticals spa or searc for a full product listing? Head to www.intraceuticals.com for more information and while you’re there, check out the most amazing collection of A-list testimonials I have ever seen.