How La Prairie is pioneering longevity in skincare

La Prairie introduces the ground-breaking Life Matrix Haute Rejuvenation Cream, setting a new standard in skincare by targeting cellular mechanisms for long-term skin vitality. Dr Daniel Stangl, La Prairie’s director of innovation, shares his insights into how this product redefines beauty standards.

Anti-ageing is one of the most sought-after technologies in the beauty industry—how has the latest Life Matrix Haute Rejuvenation Cream become a trailblazer?It’s truly ground-breaking. The perception of anti-ageing has evolved from eliminating wrinkles to focusing on overall skin health and well-being. Our product emphasises “youth longevity”, aiming to extend the skin’s youthful state by resetting and optimising cellular information.

What are the scientific breakthroughs in this new product?The key breakthrough lies in recognising the importance of accurate cellular information. DNA houses genetic data that translates into RNA molecules, creating proteins, including structural ones like collagen and elastin, vital for maintaining healthy skin tissue. Our cream targets cellular information encoded in these molecules, restoring them to levels typical of younger skin, and promoting long-term skin health and integrity.

Life Matrix Haute Rejuvenation Cream (Photo: La Prairie)

Life Matrix Haute Rejuvenation Cream (Photo: La Prairie)

When did you and your team become aware of this new approach, and how long did it take to bring this product to life?This approach stems from a year-long journey grounded in La Prairie’s legacy of cellular therapy, which originated with Professor Paul Niehans in 1931. Our research integrated insights from biology and physics, hypothesising that cellular information is crucial to longevity, leading to the development of this innovative cream.

Were any specific ingredient technology or formulation breakthroughs that made this product possible?Our innovation focuses on RNA molecules that carry essential cellular information. It targets the transcriptome to restore the RNA levels in ageing skin. The cream adapts to lifestyle factors and is the first step in influencing future skincare developments.

Can you explain the significance of the double melting point to the cream’s texture and efficacy?The double melting point enhances the sensory experience, which is essential for texture and performance. The first phase occurs upon finger contact, creating warmth and luxury, while the second phase ensures deeper absorption during facial application, maximising ingredient delivery and the luxurious application experience.

Dr Daniel Stangl, La Prairie’s director of innovation (Photo: La Prairie)

From what you’ve explained, this approach seems to tackle ageing at its root instead of merely fighting wrinkles and the visible signs of ageing. How is the result different from using traditional anti-ageing products?The difference lies in our approach. While ageing is inevitable, we focus on maintaining healthy, resilient skin over time. Investing in long-term skin health will show noticeable benefits as you age, reducing the need for quick fixes and ensuring your skin stays firm and vibrant.

How do you see this product influencing future innovations at La Prairie?We are pioneering a new era in luxury skincare. This product solidifies La Prairie’s leadership in holistic skin longevity. With over 90 years of expertise and collaboration with Clinique La Prairie, the legendary Swiss longevity clinic, we’re here to shape future skincare advancements.

The claims in this article are solely attributed to La Prairie and have not been independently verified by Tatler Asia.