THE famous line about the rose found in Romeo And Juliet, one of William Shakepeare’s famous plays, encapsulates the central struggle and tragedy of the entire play.Obviously, the rose also means a world of significance to Dr Jean-Louis Sebagh, who has chosen the flower to be his principal ingredient for his latest serum, Rose de Vie.

Rather than just a mere “basecoat” for your moisturiser, Rose de Vie (which means rose of life in French) is presented as a silky serum with a non-greasy texture that leaves a protective, non-comedogenic, non-occlusive film that is said to restore the skin’s suppleness and elasticity, whilst maintaining its healthy condition.

It combines cutting-edge science with the purest ingredients – Symcalmin, an anti-inflammatory, anti-irritant and antihistamine bio-tech ingredient; Delta-tocopherol, a powerful anti-oxidant; and an organic virgin rose muscat oil, which replenishes and hydrates the skin with Omega 3, vitamin E and LNST98, a protective moisturiser for mature, dry skin, providing a high lipidic content for a youthful, healthy glowing skin.

Thanks to its anti-ageing and anti-oxidant properties, it also helps to reduce redness, and protects and smoothes the skin.Created by Dr Sebagh, who has years of experience as a cosmetic surgeon and extensive knowledge of the latest anti-ageing technlogy, Rose de Vie is the latest addition to his cosmeceutical skincare line.

It is ideal for dry, mature or very sensitive skin, and is claimed to also shorten the post-operative healing process and following laser treatment.

Going beyond its basic role, its versatility as a serum makes it a crucial skincare companion, regardless whether it’s used on its own or mixed with your moisturiser, sun block or night cream.

And so, how does Rose de Vie fit into your skincare regimen, you ask? Well, it can be applied after your usual cleaning routine and massaged into the face, neck and décolleté, or it can be blended with Dr Sebagh Supreme Maintenance or Vitamin C Powder Cream. It can be used morning and/or night under a moisturiser, or just a few weeks at a time as an occasional treatment (for example, during the dry winter months or when your skin’s hydration needs a boost), or specifically as an after-laser or chemical peel treatment to aid the healing process.