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Serum Iso-Placenta

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REGENERATE & MATTIFY
Serum Iso-Placenta
Biologique Recherche
(17)
Benefits
  • Anti-PIH
  • Regenerating
  • Scar-Repairing
  • Brightening
  • Anti-Wrinkle
  • Barrier-Strengthening
  • Plumping
  • Firming
  • Lifting
  • Anti-Pigmentation
  • Exfoliating

Biologique Recherche Serum Iso-Placenta is a healing and regenerating serum that strengthens and rebuilds the skin. Ideal for post-acne scarring and post-peels, it enhances cell regeneration, reduces blemishes and redness, and lightens pigment spots.

Biomimetic Placenta contains key growth factors similar to those in the human placenta, aiding in cell growth and skin regeneration while helping to heal and reduce post-acne hyperpigmentation and scarring. It is one of the most powerful regenerating actives in the Biologique Recherche range, boosting collagen and elastin production and producing measurable improvements in skin vitality, texture and overall quality.

Carob Seed Extract triggers the recovery and reparation of skin tissue, accelerating epidermal and dermal reconstruction through the production of myofibroblasts and growth factors.

Scotch Thistle Extract stimulates skin thickening and keratinocyte differentiation, promoting skin reparation and collagen synthesis for a firmer and stronger skin structure, resulting in skin that is visibly more vital, smoother, more luminous and thoroughly renewed with regular use.

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Biologique Recherche Serum Iso-Placenta is a healing and regenerating serum that strengthens and rebuilds the skin. Ideal for post-acne scarring and post-peels, it enhances cell regeneration, reduces blemishes and redness, and lightens pigment spots.

Biomimetic Placenta contains key growth factors similar to those in the human placenta, aiding in cell growth and skin regeneration while helping to heal and reduce post-acne hyperpigmentation and scarring. It is one of the most powerful regenerating actives in the Biologique Recherche range, boosting collagen and elastin production and producing measurable improvements in skin vitality, texture and overall quality.

Carob Seed Extract triggers the recovery and reparation of skin tissue, accelerating epidermal and dermal reconstruction through the production of myofibroblasts and growth factors.

Scotch Thistle Extract stimulates skin thickening and keratinocyte differentiation, promoting skin reparation and collagen synthesis for a firmer and stronger skin structure, resulting in skin that is visibly more vital, smoother, more luminous and thoroughly renewed with regular use.

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More Info

  • - + Who it is for
  • - + How to Apply
  • - + Ingredients
  • - + Smell & Texture
  • - + About the Brand
  • - + Who it is for
  • - + How to Apply
  • - + Ingredients
  • - + Smell & Texture
  • - + About the Brand
Who it is for
Green tick
For you if

Oily Skin

Acne-Prone

Acne Scarring

Acne Pigmentation

Red Cross
Not For you if
How to Apply
Lightly massage 10 drops of Sérum Iso-Placenta into clean skin over the entire face, neck and décolleté until the product has been completely absorbed.
Ingredients

Scroll down the page for a full breakdown of the active ingredients.

Water (Aqua), Propanediol, Methylpropanediol, Butylene Glycol, Ceratonia Siliqua (Carob) Seed Extract, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract, Cryptomeria Japonica Bud Extract, Bacillus/Soybean Ferment Extract, Hexapeptide-11, Oligopeptide-1, Oligopeptide-2, Oligopeptide-3, Acetyl Glutamine, Folic Acid, Sodium Hyaluronate, Citric Acid, Lecithin, 1,2-Hexanediol, Triethanolamine, Caprylyl Glycol, Sodium Benzoate.


Please note: The ingredients listed in this product are subject to change as the formulation is updated. We aim to update the INCI list as soon as possible, but we encourage you to read the ingredient list on the product itself to ensure it's suitable for your personal use.

Smell & Texture

Smells Like: A neutral scent with hints of botanical notes.

Texture: Lightweight and watery consistency.

About the Brand
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Founded in Paris in the late 1970s by biologist Yvan Allouche and physiotherapist Josette Allouche, Biologique Recherche began as a laboratory for bespoke, high-performance formulas for elite skin professionals. Their medical-grade precision and artisanal formulation, paired with consummate savoir-faire, underpin their reputation for outstanding, clinically proven results.

Biologique Recherche treats skin according to its Skin Instant©, the skin’s precise, evolving state. Each formula is loaded with active ingredients in exceptional concentrations, then prescribed to address those real-time needs. This precision approach corrects imbalances, restores function, and delivers visible, lasting transformation.

Cold-processed actives are the core of Biologique Recherche. Formulated at 18–25°C, this method avoids the 70°C heat of standard processing that breaks down actives. Botanical, marine, and biotechnological extracts stay intact for higher absorption, stronger repair, and better tolerance. Antioxidants, peptides, and enzymes remain stable, ensuring consistent, visible results.

The Benefits

  • - + Anti-PIH (Post-Inflammatory Pigmentation)
  • - + Regenerating
  • - + Scar-Repairing
  • - + Brightening (Energising)
  • - + Anti-Wrinkle
  • - + Skin Barrier Strengthening
  • - + Plumping
  • - + Firming & Lifting
  • - + Anti-Pigmentation
  • - + Chemical Exfoliation
Anti-PIH (Post-Inflammatory Pigmentation)

Anti-PIH treatments are designed to target post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation—those lingering dark marks that appear after inflammation or skin injury, such as acne. These advanced formulations work on multiple levels: calming inflammation, accelerating skin repair, and promoting healthy regeneration while inhibiting excess melanin production. By combining growth factors with exfoliating actives, they stimulate cellular renewal and optimise the skin’s natural healing processes. This dual approach not only helps fade existing discoloration more effectively but also prevents new marks from forming.

Regenerating

Regenerating skincare actively stimulates the formation of new, healthier skin, working in alignment with the skin’s innate renewal processes. Central to this are growth factors—effectively encouraging the development of new skin tissue. Peptides complement this by acting as targeted messengers guiding the skin to rebuild with greater strength and structural integrity. Stem cell–derived actives further support this environment by delivering protective and regenerative signals that optimize cellular function and renewal. While these mechanisms are synonymous with advanced anti-ageing—improving firmness, elasticity and overall skin quality—they are equally valuable in addressing scarring, as they promote tissue repair, accelerate regeneration and help restore a smoother, more even skin surface.

Scar-Repairing

Anti-Scarring skincare targets the textured scars left by acne breakouts. These scars form due to inflammation disrupting collagen and elastin fibres leading to uneven healing and indented areas. Anti-Scarring actives harness growth factors and exfoliating actives to stimulate cell repair and regeneration, optimising the skin's healing process to reduce scar formation. They also effectively diminish older scars, improving overall skin texture and leaving you with a smoother complexion and significantly reduced scar visibility.

Brightening (Energising)

Brightening skincare involves using active ingredients to boost your blood circulation, detoxification and cellular energy. Improved blood circulation brings more essential nutrients and oxygen to your skin, while detoxification helps eliminate cell waste and impurities that can make your skin look dull. Certain active ingredients also enhance your skin's metabolism and regeneration. These combined actions restore your skin's vitality and radiant appearance, giving you a fresh, energised complexion.

Anti-Wrinkle

Anti-wrinkle skincare is focused on both preventing and visibly reducing the formation of lines by targeting the structural and dynamic causes of wrinkles within the skin. Fine lines and deeper wrinkles develop as collagen and elastin decline, cell turnover slows and repeated facial movements create creases that become etched over time. Advanced formulations address these mechanisms through a combination of elastin-stimulating actives, smoothing peptides that help relax the appearance of expression lines, and deeply hydrating ingredients that plump the skin from within. By reinforcing the skin’s architecture while softening surface contractions and improving elasticity, anti-wrinkle skincare delivers a visibly smoother complexion.

Skin Barrier Strengthening

Strengthening your skin barrier involves replenishing the key elements in the top layer of your skin (stratum corneum), leading to a stronger and healthier barrier. These essential elements include lipids (ceramides, fatty acids, and cholesterol) and Natural Moisturizing Factors (amino acids, hyaluronic acid, etc.). Various factors, such as incorrect skincare use, seasonal changes, and aesthetic treatments, can damage your skin barrier. When this happens, your skin loses excess water through Trans Epidermal Water Loss (T.E.W.L) and becomes less capable of defending against environmental stressors, resulting in dryness, sensitivity, and irritation.

A healthy skin barrier is crucial for overall skin health as it helps prevent hydration loss, protects against environmental damage, and reduces the risk of skin conditions like eczema and acne. By strengthening your skin barrier, you ensure your skin remains well-hydrated, resilient, and protected.

Plumping

Plumping involves using active ingredients to boost the production of key structural components like collagen, the dermal-epidermal junction and glycosaminoglycans (GAGs), giving your skin more volume and density. Collagen provides structural support and firmness, while the dermal-epidermal junction, a thin connective layer, ensures smooth, wrinkle-free skin by facilitating cell communication. GAGs, like hyaluronic acid, keep your skin hydrated and plump from within. By stimulating these components, active ingredients help restore your skin's plumpness and radiance.

Firming & Lifting

Firming & Lifting skincare is designed to restore strength, structure, and definition to the skin, creating a visibly tighter, more sculpted appearance. As the skin loses collagen and elasticity over time, it can begin to soften and sag, losing its natural contours. Advanced formulations work to rebuild this support from within—boosting firmness while helping to visibly lift and redefine the skin. The result is a smoother, more toned complexion with enhanced bounce and resilience, where facial contours appear sharper and elevated.

Anti-Pigmentation

Dealing with pigmentation means targeting melanin overproduction to reduce dark spots and prevent new ones. Melanin production can be triggered by UV exposure, pollution, hormonal changes (like during pregnancy), and inflammation (from acne or cuts). This excess pigment is then transferred to surrounding cells in epidermis called keratinocytes, which then moves to the skin's surface, causing visible dark spots.

To treat hyperpigmentation, a personalised and consistent approach is needed. Our anti-pigmentation products include lightening agents to block tyrosinase (the enzyme that creates melanin), antioxidants to fight free radicals, and ingredients to speed up skin cell turnover, removing pigmented cells. Using broad-spectrum sun protection is crucial to prevent new pigmentation during treatment.

Chemical Exfoliation

Chemical exfoliation uses acids to dissolve the "glue" holding dead skin cells together, promoting skin cell turnover and replacing old cells with new, healthy ones. Acids like AHAs, BHAs, and PHAs not only help shed skin but also offer benefits like brightening, clarifying, and anti-ageing, depending on the type used.

  • - + Anti-PIH (Post-Inflammatory Pigmentation)
  • - + Regenerating
  • - + Scar-Repairing
  • - + Brightening (Energising)
  • - + Anti-Wrinkle
  • - + Skin Barrier Strengthening
  • - + Plumping
  • - + Firming & Lifting
  • - + Anti-Pigmentation
  • - + Chemical Exfoliation

Active Ingredients

  • - + Biomimetic Placenta
  • - + Carob Seed Extract
  • - + Scotch Thistle Extract
  • - + Citric Acid
Biomimetic Placenta

Biomimetic Placenta contains key Growth Factors similar to those in the human placenta, aiding in cell growth and skin regeneration. This helps heal and reduce post-acne hyperpigmentation (PIH) and scarring. Additionally, it boosts collagen and elastin production, enhancing skin elasticity and firmness while reducing fine lines and wrinkles.

Carob Seed Extract

Carob Seed Extract triggers the recovery and reparation of skin tissue. Epidermal and dermal reconstruction is accelerated by the production of myofibroblasts and growth factors. Therefore, the skins' capacity and capability to repair damaged skin is increased and accelerated.

Scotch Thistle Extract

Scotch Thistle Extract stimulates the thickening of the skin (aka Keratinocyte Differentiation), promoting skin reparation. This ingredient also helps to regenerate the skin, promoting collagen synthesis for a firmer and stronger skin structure.

Citric Acid

Citric Acid is a naturally derived Alpha Hydroxy Acids (AHA) commonly used in skincare mainly as a pH adjuster, meaning it helps keep a product stable and skin-friendly rather than acting as a strong exfoliant. At low concentrations (which is how it’s usually used), it’s generally harmless and doesn’t significantly exfoliate, but at higher levels it can help gently remove dead skin cells and brighten the complexion.

  • - + Biomimetic Placenta
  • - + Carob Seed Extract
  • - + Scotch Thistle Extract
  • - + Citric Acid
Understanding Acne Scarring & Post-Inflammatory Hyperpigmentation (PIH)

Post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation (PIH) is a common skin condition that occurs when excess melanin is produced after inflammation, resulting in dark spots or patches. It often follows acne, eczema or injuries, particularly in those with medium to darker skin tones.

PIH is not a true scar but can resemble one due to its lingering discolouration. Skincare for PIH focuses on brightening ingredients like vitamin C, niacinamide and retinoids to reduce pigmentation, while sun protection is essential to prevent spots from darkening. Unlike scars, PIH usually fades over time but can benefit from targeted treatments.

Clinical Proofs

EFFICACY TEST:
- Appearance of traces of acne
In-vivo test conducted on 20 volunteers aged 21 to 44 with old traces of acne. Clinical scoring was performed
after applying the product twice daily for 56 days.
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Observed criteria Results after 56 days
Redness of traces -17%
Visibility of traces -19%
Density of traces -5%
Smooth appearance of the skin texture +25%

- Evaluation of the reparative effect
Ex-vivo test on skin explants subject to mechanical injury on D0. The product was applied 5 times over 8 days.
Analyses were carried out on days 3 and 10 of the study, on newly formed epidermis at the edges of the lesion
(buds).
The Results:
1) After 3 and 10 days, the product induces an increase in the length of newly formed epidermis,
reflecting the improved migration of newly formed keratinocytes.
2) After just 3 days, the product induces an increase in the expression of fibronectin (early
dermal marker of the regeneration process) in the normal area and on the edges of lesions.
This shows the improved adhesion of newly formed epidermis to the dermis.

USAGE TEST:
Test conducted on 20 volunteers aged 21 to 44 with old traces of acne. The participants applied the product twice
daily for 28 days.

- 85% of participants said skin restoration was improved.
- 75% of participants said their skin was regenerated.
- 80% of participants said their skin regained its original appearance.
- 85% of participants said their skin was smoothed.
- 80% of participants said the marks left by acne were reduced.
- 75% of participants said blemishes were reduced.
- 75% of participants said spots faded more rapidly.
- 75% of participants said their skin was soothed

* The above information has been supplied to the Embassy of Beauty by the brand manufacturer. Embassy of Beauty takes no responsibility for these claimed studies and or results.

Spotlight

Understanding Acne Scarring & Post-Inflammatory Hyperpigmentation (PIH)

Post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation (PIH) is a common skin condition that occurs when excess melanin is produced after inflammation, resulting in dark spots or patches. It often follows acne, eczema or injuries, particularly in those with medium to darker skin tones.

PIH is not a true scar but can resemble one due to its lingering discolouration. Skincare for PIH focuses on brightening ingredients like vitamin C, niacinamide and retinoids to reduce pigmentation, while sun protection is essential to prevent spots from darkening. Unlike scars, PIH usually fades over time but can benefit from targeted treatments.

Clinical Proofs

Clinical Proofs

EFFICACY TEST:
- Appearance of traces of acne
In-vivo test conducted on 20 volunteers aged 21 to 44 with old traces of acne. Clinical scoring was performed
after applying the product twice daily for 56 days.
13
Observed criteria Results after 56 days
Redness of traces -17%
Visibility of traces -19%
Density of traces -5%
Smooth appearance of the skin texture +25%

- Evaluation of the reparative effect
Ex-vivo test on skin explants subject to mechanical injury on D0. The product was applied 5 times over 8 days.
Analyses were carried out on days 3 and 10 of the study, on newly formed epidermis at the edges of the lesion
(buds).
The Results:
1) After 3 and 10 days, the product induces an increase in the length of newly formed epidermis,
reflecting the improved migration of newly formed keratinocytes.
2) After just 3 days, the product induces an increase in the expression of fibronectin (early
dermal marker of the regeneration process) in the normal area and on the edges of lesions.
This shows the improved adhesion of newly formed epidermis to the dermis.

USAGE TEST:
Test conducted on 20 volunteers aged 21 to 44 with old traces of acne. The participants applied the product twice
daily for 28 days.

- 85% of participants said skin restoration was improved.
- 75% of participants said their skin was regenerated.
- 80% of participants said their skin regained its original appearance.
- 85% of participants said their skin was smoothed.
- 80% of participants said the marks left by acne were reduced.
- 75% of participants said blemishes were reduced.
- 75% of participants said spots faded more rapidly.
- 75% of participants said their skin was soothed

* The above information has been supplied to the Embassy of Beauty by the brand manufacturer. Embassy of Beauty takes no responsibility for these claimed studies and or results.

Why I love it

  • "The efficacy of Biologique Recherche relies not only on its science-driven approach to balancing and curing the skin, but on its prescriptive and tailored nature."

    X Natalie K-F

    Founder, Embassy of Beauty

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    Serum Iso-Placenta

    £125

    Biologique Recherche Serum Iso-Placenta is a healing and regenerating serum that strengthens and rebuilds the skin. Ideal for post-acne scarring and post-peels, it enhances cell regeneration, reduces blemishes and redness, and lightens pigment spots.

    Biomimetic Placenta contains key growth factors similar to those in the human placenta, aiding in cell growth and skin regeneration while helping to heal and reduce post-acne hyperpigmentation and scarring. It is one of the most powerful regenerating actives in the Biologique Recherche range, boosting collagen and elastin production and producing measurable improvements in skin vitality, texture and overall quality.

    Carob Seed Extract triggers the recovery and reparation of skin tissue, accelerating epidermal and dermal reconstruction through the production of myofibroblasts and growth factors.

    Scotch Thistle Extract stimulates skin thickening and keratinocyte differentiation, promoting skin reparation and collagen synthesis for a firmer and stronger skin structure, resulting in skin that is visibly more vital, smoother, more luminous and thoroughly renewed with regular use.

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