What does Endor Technologies have that others don't? Unlike other skincare brands, Joaquin Querol 's formulas come from medical research . If this Barcelona-made line already captivated us with its products and results, it completely won us over with its story :
In 2007, Querol and his team founded Endor to pursue cancer research . Years later, to ensure the company's long-term viability and accelerate their research, they decided to launch a facial and body care line to apply everything they had learned during those years of study.
Today, all its products contain its patented hyaluronic acid molecule —Active Hyaluronan—which has greater penetration and skin regeneration capabilities. Consequently, it is more hydrating, firming , and plumping than other hyaluronic acid molecules.
JC COMMUNITY: Does your patented hyaluronic acid achieve better results than others? Why?
JOAQUÍN QUEROL: Yes. Hyaluronic acid alone only serves as a moisturizer. But transported by a nanoparticle , we achieve a completely different cellular response. It's a technology we learned when we were trying to deliver chemotherapy specifically to tumors, and when applied to the skin, it even regenerates the dermis (which lies beyond the epidermis).
Our hyaluronic acid is completely different from the rest. It uses patented medical technology and penetrates deeper, achieving better results.
JC COMMUNITY: Why is Endor Firming & Shaping Cream so powerful? What results can I expect?
JQ: What makes our Endor Firming & Shaping Cream special is the same thing that makes our other creams special: they contain our own molecule, designed to firm the skin. At Endor, we've specialized in that. Our Firming Body Cream has a very high concentration (especially considering it's a body product). Its strong point is that it firms the skin significantly. We've also completed the formula with biotechnological peptides that reduce localized fat . Combining a firming effect with fat reduction is very important because if we reduce body fat without firming the skin, we can create even more sagging skin than before. That's why it's important to combine the two active ingredients .
The firming body cream contains a very high concentration of our patented molecule. This is why it is so effective.
Combining a firming effect with fat reduction is very important because if we reduce body fat without firming the skin, we can generate even more sagging than before.
JC COMMUNITY: I have cellulite, but I also want to firm and reduce a few inches. Which cream is better for me, a reducing cream or an anti-cellulite cream? What are the differences between the two?
JQ: Our firming cream, Endor Firming & Shaping Cream , has two actions: it firms and reduces localized fat . And our anti-cellulite cream, Endor Anti-Cellulite Cream , has two actions: it firms and reduces cellulite.
Both creams are very firming. One reduces cellulite , while the other reduces localized fat and, therefore, the contour of the arms, abdomen, and thighs.
Both body creams are very firming. One reduces cellulite, while the other reduces localized fat around the arms, abdomen, and thighs.
JC COMMUNITY: I've never had any effect on anti-cellulite creams. Is there a difference with yours?
JQ: It's a question we get asked quite often. The fact that we haven't seen results with any of them isn't unusual because reducing cellulite is very difficult . From there, it's important to understand that cellulite has different grades : from 0 to 3 .
- Grade 0 cellulite : no cellulite
- Grade 1 cellulite: you don't see any dimples and the skin looks smooth, however when you squeeze the skin, dimples do appear.
- Grade 2 cellulite: dimples are visible when standing, but not lying down
- Grade 3 cellulite: dimples are visible both when standing and lying down.
In the case of grade 3, creams cannot offer results. However, for both grade 1 and 2, we can help. The way we address cellulite at Endor is by firming the skin. Our Endor Essential Anti-Cellulite cream firms the skin so much that it restores some of the resistance it has when deformed by cellulite, thus achieving that smoothing effect.
JC COMMUNITY: Even if I haven't had laser treatment, can Lasergen cream be good for me?
JQ: Yes. Although we created Endor Lasergen to restore skin damaged by aggressive treatments , it can also be applied to healthy skin. It's capable of regenerating the skin's interior, achieving results unattainable with conventional cosmetics.
It doesn't contain SPF, making it ideal as a nighttime treatment for all skin types except very oily skin. It can be applied during the day as long as it's accompanied by sunscreen. Its formula is lightweight , quickly absorbed, and nourishing. Shine- free .
(Lasergen cream) is capable of regenerating the interior of the skin with a result unattainable with conventional cosmetics.
JC COMMUNITY: I have very dry skin, what routine do you recommend?
JQ: For very dry skin we recommend our Endor Anti-Aging Serum and bioactive nourishing cream routine, Endor Anti-Aging Nutritive Cream , morning and night.
JC COMMUNITY: I have acne-prone skin. Are your products suitable for my skin type? What routine do you recommend?
JQ: Our products are not designed to treat skin conditions like acne . However, we are able to achieve good hydration at the dermis level, which will allow us to improve the water imbalance processes associated with acne-prone skin and, consequently, improve the symptoms associated with acne .
The routine we recommend for acne-prone skin is the Endor Anti-Aging Serum and Endor Anti-Aging Cream normal .
JC COMMUNITY: A routine to reduce sagging skin.
JQ: Our recommendation is a serum and cream routine. Our serum is suitable for all skin types. When it comes to cream, we have a variety specifically designed for each skin type.
JC COMMUNITY: Are your products suitable for very sensitive skin or rosacea?
JQ: In cases of sensitive and reactive skin, it's always a good idea to consult with a dermatologist first. In general, our products are very well tolerated by sensitive skin, but Lasergen is the most well tolerated.
JC COMMUNITY: Are they suitable for pregnant women?
JQ: All of our creams are safe to use during pregnancy and breastfeeding . But you should be especially careful with products that contain natural active ingredients like essential oils or plant extracts, as these are the most common allergens.
Some of our products contain natural active ingredients , so we recommend that you start using them gradually.
Our recommended protocol is to apply a small amount to your forearm on the first day. If you don't notice anything the next day, apply a small amount to your cheek . If you don't notice anything, then you can use the product normally.
However, we recommend consulting your obstetrician .
All our creams are safe to use during pregnancy and breastfeeding.
JC COMMUNITY: Do your formulas reduce dark spots? I have melasma? How do they do it?
JQ: Our products are not designed to treat skin conditions such as dark spots or melasma . However, we are able to achieve good hydration at the dermis level, which improves the behavior of melanocytes , which tend to generate dark spots under water stress. When there is water stress , melanocytes function less well and become pigmented . If there is no water stress, their pigmentation capacity is reduced, which can cause depigmentation, acting indirectly.
We are currently researching a new active ingredient to reduce dark spots.
Good hydration improves the behavior of melanocytes, which under water stress have a tendency to generate spots.
JC COMMUNITY: I don't use serum, just cream, what advantage would there be in using it?
JQ: The combined use of a serum and cream enhances and accelerates the effects that a cream alone could provide, thanks to pharmacokinetics. It's crucial to consider the body's absorption rate of the active ingredients . Serum and cream have different pharmacokinetics : the serum is absorbed quickly, being intense but short -lived , while the cream requires more time to be absorbed.
The serum's active ingredients reach the deepest layers of the skin very quickly . Meanwhile, the cream releases its active ingredients gradually throughout the day, providing a sustained effect.
We aim to achieve the intense effect of the serum, combined with the ability to maintain that action throughout the day thanks to the cream.
The serum and the cream have different pharmacokinetics: one absorbs quickly, being intense but short-lived, while the cream requires more time for absorption.
JC COMMUNITY: Is it necessary to use eye contour?
JQ: The skin around the eyes suffers from frequent expressive movements in this area of the face, which cause wrinkles and sagging. That's why it's one of the areas most frequently used for medical procedures to inhibit the ability to express oneself.
Eye creams tend to have a lighter, more targeted formula for this sensitive area , making them ideal for addressing issues that may not be effectively treated with a face cream. So, while it's not strictly necessary, we do recommend it.
It is one of the areas (the eye contour) where most medical procedures are applied to paralyze the ability to express oneself.
JC COMMUNITY: Can I apply the serum to the eye area? Will it provide any additional benefits?
JQ: Yes, you can apply the serum to the eye area. It will help enhance and accelerate the effects of the cream, as it has different pharmacokinetics .
JC COMMUNITY: What do you think about retinol?
JQ: It's a question we get asked a lot. Retinol has been marketed in the cosmetics world for over 30 years , and it's one of the few ingredients that has proven effective in reducing wrinkles and firming the skin. I'd say retinol is a good ingredient. But it has problems with skin irritation . The reason we don't use retinol in our formulas is because our molecule meets the needs retinol is intended to address, and its effectiveness is far superior to that of retinol.
At Endor, we don't add retinol to our formulas because our molecule's effectiveness is far superior.
JC COMMUNITY: Do you think you should apply SPF 50 every day?
JQ: We're working on a SPF 50 sunscreen because we believe daily protection is essential to protect your skin from damage caused by sun exposure. Not only does it help prevent sunburn , but it also protects against the long-term harmful effects of UV rays , such as wrinkles , dark spots , and loss of skin elasticity . Additionally, applying sunscreen daily is critical to maintaining skin health and preventing serious diseases like melanoma .
JC COMMUNITY: Top 3 tips for beautiful skin.
JQ: The first advice would be a good Cleaning . We repeat this a lot: before applying any treatment, you must have a good cleaning routine.
The second would be the Consistency . There's no point in investing in quality products if you're not going to be consistent. And that consistency includes sun protection.
And the third would be good habits of life, that is, feeding healthy and exercise physical It has been proven to be extremely healthy for the skin organ.