Where is the proof?
We are passionate about rapid results with all of our products. Why?
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People with wellness issues, especially skin problems, need relief "now" - not in a few weeks or months…
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When it takes weeks or months for a self-care product to deliver improvement, how do you know if it was the product or some other factor?
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Something that takes forever to work can be too costly over time.
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Self-care must start acting promptly to be a viable alternative to other options.
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Most importantly, fast action fosters belief in self-care, bringing relief which in turn enhances actual results.
These are the main reasons why Bio-First has its products tested for efficacy over short timeframes.
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We confirm they are safe and suitable for long-term use, then subject them to human testing so we can evaluate rapid results and user experiences.
Following are summaries of these studies conducted either at the Ozderm Clinical Trials Site in Sydney or by Eurofins Clinical Sites in Europe. Both are 100% independent.
10-minute antibacterial efficacy test against c. Acnes, the primary bacteria associated with Acne prone skin, saw over a 99.999% kill rate. Now that’s rapid!
5-day study of individuals with current blemishes or breakouts on facial skin:
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Sensory aspect: Very good/good (100%)
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Reduction in pus (100%)
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Improvement in pimple size (100%)
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Improvement in skin appearance (100%)
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Improvement in breakout control (80%)
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No dryness from toner (100%)
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No inflammation from toner (100%)
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No rash from toner (100%)
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Ease of use: Very good/good (100%)
10-minute antibacterial efficacy test against c. Acnes, the primary bacteria associated with Acne prone skin, saw over a 99.999% kill rate. Now that’s rapid!
7-day study of females with current pimples and breakouts, using Blemish Ban Concept Gel on one side of the face and a market-leading spot product on the other:
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Some improvement within hours: Blemish Ban (70%), Other Product (30%)
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Significant improvement after 7 days: Blemish Ban (50%), Other Product (20%)
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Would buy for prevention and control: Blemish Ban (50%), Other Product (0%)
4-hour test on adults with various skin types:
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Significant moisturising effect after a single application.
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Significant decrease in skin water loss after one application.
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Allowable product claim: Improves the skin barrier and highly moisturising.
Repeat insult patch test with challenge on 53 individuals, including 32% with sensitive skin:
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Irritation: 0%
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Allergy: 0%
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Sensitising: 0%
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Redness: 0%
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Dryness: 0%
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Pigment change: 0%
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Papules: 0%
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Follicle reaction: 0%
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Pustules: 0%
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Exudation: 0%
Confirmed product claims: Non-irritating and non-sensitising.
Manuka Skin Saver - 28-day study:
For longer effects, adults with skin dryness and roughness plus other issues like itchy skin:
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Improvement in itchy skin: 75%
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Improvement in skin redness: 58%
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Reduction in sensitivity: 33%
% Reporting Improvement:
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Dryness: 100%
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Redness: 100%
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Scaliness: 100%
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Softer and moisturised: 92%
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Nil adverse effects: 92%
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Hydration improved: 91%
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Calmer, less irritated: 89%
Validated claim: Antibacterial.
*Please note this is not medical advice and you should always seek such advice from medical professionals.
