Why Oncologists Are Recommending VIXIN Over Big Pharma Brands

Why Oncologists Are Recommending VIXIN Over Big Pharma Brands.
Evidence-Based Skincare for Cancer Patients — And Why the Difference Matters

Cancer patients face some of the most aggressive treatments the human body can endure — chemotherapy, radiation therapy, targeted drugs — all of which take a serious toll on the skin. Barrier breakdown, inflammation, extreme dryness, hypersensitivity, and increased susceptibility to irritation are common.

During this time, skincare is no longer cosmetic — it becomes clinical. And what we’re seeing more and more is that medical professionals, including oncologists, are telling their patients to stop using mass-market brands like L’Oréal — and recommending VIXIN Beauty instead.

Here’s why.

1. Formulated for Barrier Integrity, Not Beauty Trends

Most mainstream brands are built around marketing trends — peptides, retinol, exfoliating acids — without considering how these actives behave on compromised skin. Retinoids, synthetic fragrances, sulfates, PEGs, and preservatives like phenoxyethanol or parabens may be fine for the average consumer — but not for someone undergoing chemotherapy or radiation.

These treatments already cause:

• Severe transepidermal water loss (TEWL)

• Thinning of the stratum corneum

• Decreased sebum production

• Microbial imbalance and increased infection risk

VIXIN products are formulated to preserve and support skin structure, not overstimulate it. We avoid high-risk actives and instead use bioavailable ingredients that work in harmony with the skin’s repair cycle.

2. No Retinol, No Synthetic Estrogen Mimics, No Sensitisers

L’Oréal products — and many other “clinical” or “derm-backed” lines — frequently contain:

• Retinol and retinyl palmitate (which increase photosensitivity and barrier fragility)

• Fragrance/parfum (a top cause of contact dermatitis)

• Propylene glycol, silicones, and mineral oils (occlusive but not regenerative)

• Endocrine-disrupting chemicals like BHT or parabens

VIXIN is free from all of these.
Instead, we use RetinART®, a plant-based, retinoid alternative that supports cell turnover without irritation, making it suitable for immunocompromised and highly reactive skin.

3. Biocompatible, Evidence-Backed Ingredients — Powered by Nature & Skin Science

We don’t greenwash. We formulate with purpose.

Our ingredients are selected for their ability to support skin hydration, healing, and resilience — especially under stress. Examples include:

• Aquaporin-activating humectants (to improve cellular water flow)

• Gotu Kola (Centella Asiatica) – known for wound healing and antioxidant support

• Green Coffee Extract – helps soothe inflammation and boost microcirculation

• Algaktiv® Genofix Nite – marine biotech extract clinically shown to support DNA repair pathways

• Plant-based peptides – to reinforce the skin matrix without irritation

• Cold-pressed oils and squalane – to mimic natural lipids without clogging pores

4. Dermatologist and Oncologist Recommended — For a Reason

We recently had a customer visit us after being told by her oncology team at Peter MacCallum Cancer Centre that she must stop using her existing brand due to concerns over chemical exposure. Her oncologist — not a paid influencer or skincare rep — personally recommended VIXIN, calling it “the only skincare I would recommend to patients during chemotherapy and radiotherapy.”

That kind of clinical trust isn’t bought. It’s earned — through formulation integrity, real-world results, and patient safety.

5. Australian-Made, Independent, and Transparent

We are not a pharmaceutical giant. We don’t have boardrooms full of executives approving ingredient cuts for cost savings.

We are proudly:

• Certified Australian Made

• Cruelty-Free

• Female-founded

• Backed by results, not marketing gimmicks

Everything is made to support skin as health, not just appearance.

The Bottom Line:

During cancer treatment, skincare is not optional.
It’s about protection. Comfort. Integrity. Trust.

While big brands chase shelf space and slogans, VIXIN is quietly becoming the brand doctors trust.

Because when your skin is fighting to survive, you don’t need more chemicals.
You need care that understands the science — and respects your body.