Frequently Asked Questions
Your Skincare Questions, Answered
Let’s be honest—navigating the skincare world can feel like trying to decode a foreign language. With so many products, ingredients, and routines, it’s no wonder we all have questions. That’s where we come in. At SKIN Functional, we believe the best results come from understanding the why behind your routine. Our comprehensive skincare FAQs are here to make that easier.
Whether you’re wondering how to layer serums, what “non-comedogenic” really means, or when to apply SPF (spoiler: every morning!), we’ve got you covered. Our FAQ for skin care products is packed with clear, science-backed answers to the questions real people ask every day.
SKIN functional is besotted with animals and definitely does not do any animal testing. An animal testing ban was instituted in 2013. All SKIN functional ingredients are sourced ethically, with no animal testing involved.
Formulations that contain water, contain preservatives. Preservatives are used to prevent microbial product contamination. Products that are formulated with preservatives are formulated with microbiological and toxicological input.
Reference: International Journal of Cosmetic Science, Safety evaluation of preservatives, R. Rodford, Vol 19, pages 281 – 290.
SKIN functional’s products have been formulated with no parabens.
We absolutely share your excitement in getting the products and you are welcome to pop into our offices and shop to either shop or collect your order. Our offices are located in Broadacres Shopping Centre.
We do not use any animal derivatives in our formulations and all the products are vegan friendly.
All our products are fragrance free, we do not use fragrances in any of our products.
SKIN functional does not formulate any products using alcohol.
All products are formulated and manufactured in South Africa. SKIN functional is a proudly South African brand.
SKIN functional is a result of a collaborative effort with a combined experience of 30 years across various fields. Integrating the fields of pharmacology, chemistry, clinical dermatology and aesthetic medicine. The brand is based on peer reviewed literature, which forms the basis of SKIN functional’s endorsement.
Pay Just Now is a smart way to pay, automatically splitting your payment into 3 equal instalments, interest-free. You get your goods as if you’d paid in full. Buy it. Get it, and only pay, just now. Stretch your payments, not yourself.
Always interest-free.
How the instalments work:
- Sign up for a Free Account on https://payjustnow.com/register/create-login
- Complete your Credit Application
- If your credit application is successful, you will receive an email directly from Pay Just Now
- Once approved, browse products on SKIN functional
- When you are ready to checkout, please select the Pay Just Now options and follow the prompts.
Your Payments will be made directly to Pay Just Now in 3 monthly instalments;
- Now: pay a third at the time of purchase
- Now now: pay your second instalment the following month
- Just now: pay your final instalment the month after that
Please note: that Pay Just Now is a third party credit provider and the employees at SKIN functional have no access to your Pay Just Now account details.
Pay for your order in either 4 interest-free payments over 6 weeks or 3 interest-free payments over 3 paydays and get your order shipped right away. You heard right! No fees, no interest and no catch.
Pay in 3: First payment upfront and the rest over the next 2 paydays.
Pay in 4: First payment upfront and remaining 3 instalments are automatically deducted from your card every 2 weeks for 6 weeks.
Sign up with PayFlex by visiting their website: https://payflex.co.za/customer-registration/
Please note: that PayFlex is a third party credit provider and the employees at SKIN functional have no access to your Pay Just Now account details.
Not sure where to begin your skincare journey? Take a moment to explore our skincare quiz questions and answers—a fun and informative way to discover what your skin might be telling you and what it really needs. We also share skin care survey questions we’ve asked thousands of customers, so you can see how others are navigating similar concerns.
From ingredient deep-dives to routine-building basics, we’ve designed this space to give you the knowledge and confidence to make informed choices for your skin. No hype. No fluff. Just facts that empower.
So go ahead—explore our most-asked skincare questions and find your way to smarter, more effective skincare. Because when you know better, your skin glows better.
