Augustinus Bader The Elixir with Advanced TFC8®

Ultra-Concentrated Renewal for Firmness, Wrinkles and Loss of Elasticity

Augustinus Bader The Elixir is the brand’s most concentrated and active formula—an advanced facial serum designed to accelerate visible renewal and rapidly improve the appearance of wrinkles, sagging, uneven pigmentation and loss of elasticity.

Powered by Advanced TFC8® and an exclusive, exosome-rich Phyto-Peptidic Concentrate, this luxurious treatment helps support skin-cell health while improving visible firmness, resilience and luminosity. Biomimetic elastin, collagen amino acids, ceramides and antioxidant-rich botanical extracts help reinforce the skin barrier, replenish hydration and support a smoother, more lifted-looking complexion.

The silky serum absorbs quickly without leaving a heavy or sticky residue. Skin appears instantly more luminous and feels deeply hydrated, while continued use supports a firmer, more even and visibly renewed complexion.

Formulated for all skin types, including sensitive skin. Particularly recommended for mature, dry or depleted-looking skin.

Benefits

• Accelerates visible skin renewal
• Helps support skin-cell health and vitality
• Rapidly improves the appearance of firmness and elasticity
• Helps create a smoother, more lifted-looking complexion
• Visibly reduces fine lines and wrinkles
• Helps soften crow’s feet, forehead lines and frown lines
• Improves the appearance of uneven pigmentation and redness
• Supports a brighter, more even and luminous complexion
• Helps support the skin’s natural production of collagen and elastin
• Provides immediate and lasting hydration
• Helps strengthen and protect the skin barrier
• Improves visible texture, softness and smoothness
• Helps skin appear plumper and more resilient
• Luxurious, silky and fast-absorbing
• Suitable for all skin types, including sensitive skin
• Non-comedogenic, fragrance-free and 100% vegan
• Powered by Augustinus Bader’s Advanced TFC8® technology

Best For

• Mature or depleted-looking skin
• Visible sagging or loss of definition
• Fine lines and deeper-looking wrinkles
• Loss of firmness and elasticity
• Uneven pigmentation or visible redness
• Dullness and loss of luminosity
• Rough or uneven-looking texture
• Dry or dehydrated skin
• A weakened moisture barrier
• Skin lacking bounce and resilience
• Anyone seeking Augustinus Bader’s most concentrated facial formula

Texture and Finish

The Elixir has a luxurious, silky serum texture that absorbs quickly without leaving a greasy, heavy or sticky residue.

It leaves the complexion feeling soft, comforted and deeply hydrated, making it suitable for morning and evening application and for use beneath moisturizer, sunscreen and makeup.

How It Works

The Elixir combines Augustinus Bader’s Advanced TFC8® technology with concentrated peptides, biomimetic proteins, ceramides and antioxidant-rich botanical extracts.

Advanced TFC8® uses a proprietary biomimetic delivery system designed to optimize communication and nutrient transport between skin cells. This helps support the skin’s natural renewal processes and enhances the overall performance of the formula.

The Exclusive Phyto-Peptidic Concentrate replaces much of the water traditionally used in a serum. Rich in thousands of centella-derived phyto-peptides and plant exosomes, it helps support skin-cell renewal, firmness and elasticity while addressing visible signs of advanced aging.

Biomimetic elastin and collagen amino acids help support the skin’s structural proteins, while ceramides, niacinamide and nourishing lipids reinforce the moisture barrier and improve visible resilience.

Rapid Visible Results

The Elixir begins supporting the skin within hours:

• Within two hours, it helps strengthen and protect the moisture barrier
• After one week, 100% of clinical-trial participants showed improvement in uneven pigmentation
• After one month, 100% of clinical-trial participants showed improvement in skin firmness
• After one month, 98% of consumer-study participants agreed their skin looked healthier
• In 15 days, The Elixir was clinically shown to reduce the number and depth of wrinkles

Barrier results were measured in a clinical test of 30 participants aged 35 to 65. Pigmentation and firmness results were measured in a clinical trial of 35 participants aged 35 and older. Fifty percent had self-perceived sensitive skin. Healthier-looking skin results were based on a consumer-perception study of 107 participants aged 35 and older.

Clinically Proven Results

Following 12 weeks of use:

Firmness and Elasticity

• Skin firmness improved by 32%
• Skin elasticity improved by 14%

Fine Lines and Wrinkles

• Fine lines were reduced by 27%
• Crow’s feet were reduced by 33%
• Frown lines were reduced by 28%
• Forehead wrinkles were reduced by 22%

Tone and Luminosity

• Skin-tone evenness improved by 31%
• Uneven pigmentation was reduced by 81%
• Visible skin redness was reduced by 79%

Hydration and Barrier Support

• Skin hydration improved by 2.7 times
• Transepidermal water loss was reduced by 42%

Based on a 12-week clinical trial of 35 women and men aged 35 and older. Fifty percent had self-perceived sensitive skin. Results were assessed through instrumental measurements and expert grading. Individual results may vary.

Consumer-Perception Results

Following 12 weeks of use:

Visible Renewal and Firmness

• 99% agreed their skin looked and felt renewed
• 96% agreed visible skin renewal appeared accelerated
• 95% agreed their skin looked firmer and more lifted
• 91% saw a visible reduction in fine lines and wrinkles
• 95% saw a rapid, noticeable reduction in visible signs of aging

Luminosity and Tone

• 95% saw an instant glow
• 97% agreed their skin looked brighter
• 93% agreed their skin tone looked more even

Texture and Pores

• 97% saw a noticeable improvement in skin texture
• 99% agreed their skin felt softer and smoother
• 90% agreed their pores appeared reduced

Hydration and Plumpness

• 98% agreed their skin felt instantly hydrated
• 98% agreed their skin looked plumper with improved bounce
• 99% agreed their skin felt deeply hydrated throughout the day
• 96% agreed their skin looked more youthful

Strength and Resilience

• 99% agreed their skin looked healthier
• 97% agreed their skin felt stronger and more resilient

Texture and Application

• 93% agreed the formula absorbed quickly without residue
• 99% agreed the texture felt soft and comforting
• 77% agreed The Elixir was an ideal preparation step before makeup

Based on a 12-week consumer-perception study of 107 women and men aged 35 and older. Fifty percent had self-perceived sensitive skin. Individual results may vary.

How to Use

Apply morning and evening to clean, dry skin.

1. Dispense two pumps into the palms of your hands.
2. Smooth over the face, neck and décolleté using upward, sweeping motions.
3. Allow the serum to absorb fully.
4. Follow with your preferred Augustinus Bader eye cream and moisturizer.
5. During the day, complete your routine with broad-spectrum sunscreen.

Recommended routine order:

Cleanser → Toner or Essence → The Elixir → Eye Cream → Moisturizer → Sunscreen in the morning

Loshen & Crem’s Recommendation

The Elixir is the Augustinus Bader serum we recommend when the priority is comprehensive visible renewal—particularly firmness, elasticity, wrinkles, uneven tone and loss of vitality.

While The Serum is a beautiful everyday option for hydration and general complexion support, The Elixir is the more concentrated choice for skin showing advanced signs of depletion, sagging or diminished resilience.

For normal or combination skin, follow with The Cream. For mature, dry or seasonally depleted skin, pair it with The Rich Cream to seal in moisture and create a complete advanced skincare ritual.

Use two pumps consistently rather than applying an excessive amount. Its concentrated formula is designed to deliver full-face, neck and décolleté benefits with a precise application.

For special-event preparation, begin using The Elixir consistently several weeks before the occasion to allow its cumulative firming, smoothing and brightening benefits to develop.

Ingredients

• Advanced TFC8®: Augustinus Bader’s next-generation proprietary technology, formulated with high-grade vitamins, lipids and high-performing peptides. Its biomimetic delivery system helps optimize intercellular communication and nutrient transport while supporting visible skin renewal.
• Exclusive Phyto-Peptidic Concentrate: An ultra-concentrated complex rich in thousands of centella asiatica-derived phyto-peptides and plant exosomes. It helps support skin-cell health, firmness and elasticity while visibly reducing wrinkles and signs associated with skin-cell senescence.
• Biomimetic Elastin: A vegan, fermented polypeptide that helps support the skin’s natural production of elastin and collagen. It promotes a firmer, more lifted and resilient-looking complexion.
• Marine Algae Activator: A bioactive marine complex containing apocarotenoids. It helps visibly firm, smooth and brighten the skin while improving the appearance of uneven tone.
• Collagen Amino Acids Complex: A biotech-engineered complex designed to mirror the amino-acid sequence of type I collagen. It helps support skin structure, reinforce the moisture barrier and maintain a plumper, smoother appearance.
• Kale and Olive Extracts: Antioxidant-rich botanical extracts that help defend the skin against environmental stress while soothing visible redness and supporting luminosity.
• Ceramide Complex: A skin-supporting blend of ceramides and glycerides that helps strengthen the moisture barrier, improve resilience and smooth the appearance of wrinkles.
• Niacinamide: A multitasking form of vitamin B3 that helps support barrier function and improve the appearance of uneven tone, pores, texture and fine lines.
• Centella Asiatica: A soothing botanical rich in skin-supporting compounds that helps improve visible resilience and comfort.
• Galactomyces Ferment Filtrate: A fermented ingredient that helps hydrate, condition and improve the appearance of skin clarity and smoothness.

Full Ingredient List

Centella Asiatica Leaf Extract, Galactomyces Ferment Filtrate, Glycerin, Triethylhexanoin, Pentylene Glycol, Propanediol, Niacinamide, Aqua/Water/Eau, Cetearyl Alcohol, Lauroyl Lysine, Sucrose Polystearate, Chlorella Vulgaris Extract, Triolein, Glyceryl Caprylate, Tocopherol, Tocopheryl Acetate, Hydroxyacetophenone, Xanthan Gum, Behenyl Alcohol, Potassium Cetyl Phosphate, Collagen Amino Acids, Ceramide NP, Glyceryl Dioleate, Haematococcus Pluvialis Extract, Hippophae Rhamnoides Oil, Levulinic Acid, Caprylhydroxamic Acid, Sodium Phytate, Sodium Levulinate, Maltodextrin, Trehalose, Elastin, Olea Europaea (Olive) Oil Unsaponifiables, Theobroma Cacao (Cocoa) Extract, Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seed Oil, Adenosine, Cyclodextrin, Hydrolyzed Rice Bran Protein, Olea Europaea (Olive) Fruit Extract, Lecithin, Citric Acid, Lactic Acid, Ananas Sativus (Pineapple) Fruit Extract, Arginine, Brassica Alba Seed Extract, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract, Oligopeptide-6, Oligopeptide-195, Oligopeptide-196, Oligopeptide-197, Oligopeptide-198, Oligopeptide-199, Brassica Oleracea Acephala Leaf Extract, Sodium Hydroxide, Rosmarinus Officinalis (Rosemary) Leaf Extract.

Ingredient lists may be updated periodically. Refer to the product packaging for the most current ingredient information.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Augustinus Bader The Elixir?

The Elixir is Augustinus Bader’s most concentrated and active facial formula. It is designed to accelerate visible renewal while improving firmness, elasticity, wrinkles, uneven pigmentation, hydration and overall skin vitality.

What is the difference between The Elixir and The Serum?

The Serum is a lightweight daily serum focused on hydration, firmness and general complexion correction. The Elixir is a more concentrated formula designed for accelerated renewal, rapid visible lifting and advanced concerns such as sagging, wrinkles and loss of elasticity.

Which skin types is The Elixir best for?

The Elixir is suitable for all skin types, including sensitive skin. Augustinus Bader particularly recommends it for mature and dry skin or complexions showing wrinkles, sagging and loss of firmness.

Is The Elixir suitable for sensitive skin?

Yes. The formula is designed for all skin types, including sensitive skin. Fifty percent of the participants in the brand’s clinical and consumer studies had self-perceived sensitive skin.

Those with highly reactive skin should review the full ingredient list and patch test before regular use.

How quickly will I see results?

The Elixir helps support the skin barrier within two hours. Clinical testing showed improvements in uneven pigmentation after one week, wrinkle depth and number after 15 days and skin firmness after one month. Results continued to develop throughout the 12-week study.

Does The Elixir help with sagging skin?

The formula is designed to improve the appearance of firmness, elasticity and lifting. In clinical testing, firmness improved by 32%, while 95% of consumer-study participants agreed their skin appeared firmer and more lifted.

Can The Elixir help with dark spots?

It is formulated to improve uneven pigmentation and skin-tone evenness. In the 12-week clinical trial, uneven pigmentation was reduced by 81%.

Can I use The Elixir morning and evening?

Yes. Apply two pumps to clean, dry skin every morning and evening before moisturizer.

Can I use The Elixir with other Augustinus Bader products?

Yes. It is designed to complement an Augustinus Bader routine. Apply it after cleansing and toning and before The Cream, The Rich Cream or your preferred moisturizer.

Can I wear it under makeup?

Yes. Its silky texture absorbs quickly without residue. In the consumer study, 77% of participants agreed it was an ideal preparation step before makeup.

Is The Elixir fragrance-free?

Yes. The formula is made without added fragrance or synthetic fragrance.

Is Augustinus Bader The Elixir vegan?

Yes. Augustinus Bader identifies The Elixir as 100% vegan.

Is The Elixir non-comedogenic?

Yes. Augustinus Bader identifies the formula as non-comedogenic.

Does it contain silicones?

No. The formula is made without silicones, parabens, sulfates, synthetic fragrance, mineral oil, petrolatum, talc, gluten or GMOs.

Can The Elixir be used during pregnancy or breastfeeding?

Augustinus Bader identifies The Elixir as suitable during pregnancy and breastfeeding. Anyone who is pregnant, nursing or managing an individual health concern should consult a qualified healthcare professional.

How long does one bottle last?

When two pumps are used morning and evening as directed, one 30 mL bottle typically lasts approximately six weeks.

Is the packaging recyclable?

The Elixir is housed in a recyclable aluminum exterior shell that is widely accepted through municipal recycling programs.

Where can I buy Augustinus Bader The Elixir in Canada?

Augustinus Bader The Elixir is available in Canada from Loshen & Crem, an Edmonton-based skincare boutique and facial studio offering curated skincare and personalized product guidance