UK Gets Its First Dermatologist-backed Skin Care Brand

Nick Lowe wants his cut of the dermatologist-backed skin care business. Billed as the man behind Botox, Dr. Lowe has signed a deal with Boots to launch of his own range of cosmetics.

It’s billed as “the first UK Doctor brand,” even as Dr. Lowe has been overtly critical of many cosmetics and the way they are marketed. He insists that brands such as Dr Brandt Skincare, Dr Sebagh and NV Perricone MD are overhyped.

“It’s lifestyle and genetics that are the main influences, and there’s only a certain amount that non-prescription creams can do,” he says.

The new range consists of seven anti-aging products such as recovery creams and line erasers to protect the skin against sun, stress and pollution; five “anti-blemish” products, such as spot gels and oil control creams; and two “skin solutions” products for age spots and red patches.