Award-Winning Skincare

We’re delighted to share that our EGF Day Serum has been featured among the 150 Best New Beauty Launches of 2025 by SheFinds — one of today’s most influential online magazines for beauty and lifestyle — where it was recognized by the editors as one of the year’s standout skincare innovations. 

Our EGF Day Serum was highlighted by SheFinds for its silky, age-defying texture and advanced biotechnology. Formulated with innovative Epidermal Growth Factors (EGF) produced in barley, the serum visibly smooths fine lines and wrinkles while restoring moisture balance for radiant, healthy-looking skin. 

The new formula features even more potent ingredients, and together with our pure Icelandic water, it unites the best of Icelandic nature and science — earning a well-deserved place among this year’s most notable beauty innovations. 

We’re thrilled to share thatEGF Day Serumhas been named Best All-Around Serum at the 2025 Esquire Grooming Awards. 

Every year, Esquire editors test hundreds of grooming products to identify the very best. The result is a tightly curated list of products that truly make a difference. This year, our EGF Day Serum stood out. Powered by our signature Epidermal Growth Factor (EGF), it visibly rejuvenates and helps reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles. Enriched with Vitamin B5 for deep hydration, the silky gel texture absorbs quickly, leaving skin refreshed, smooth, and radiant. Lightweight, never sticky or greasy, it’s the kind of serum that makes looking and feeling great effortless — which is exactly why Esquire named it one of the very best products of the year.  

We’re proud to share that our EGF Day Serum has been named Best Serum at the 2025 Women’s Health Skincare Awards. Curated by the Women’s Health beauty team together with a panel of dermatologists, aestheticians, and industry experts, these awards celebrate the year’s most effective skincare innovations. Formulated with BIOEFFECT’s signature EGF, this age-defying serum delivers deep hydration and visible results. Its silky, gel-like texture absorbs effortlessly, boosting hydration and locking in moisture for radiant, healthy-looking skin every day. 

“I've been a fan of BIOEFFECT's original EGF serum for years. It features proprietary growth factors that stimulate collagen production to keep skin firm. This new serum has all that power, plus hydrating hyaluronic acid and a silky texture that's a dream.” — Brian Underwood, Beauty Director at Women’s Health. 

EGF Power Eye Cream has been crowned Best Luxury Eye Cream at Marie Claire’s 2025 Skin & Hair Awards. Infused with EGF and other powerhouse ingredients, this transformative formula hydrates, smooths fine lines, reduces puffiness and softens dark circles—leaving eyes refreshed and radiant. We are honored and deeply grateful to the Marie Claire team for recognizing our commitment to clean, high-performance skincare. As they put it:

“Epidermal growth factors are at the forefront of skincare innovation, and few brands are harnessing their rejuvenating powers as well as Icelandic brand BIOEFFECT.”

"EGF (epidermal growth factor) has reached the forefront of skincare innovation, and the Icelandic brand BIOEFFECT has made full use of its skin regeneration capabilities."

The Gentleman's Journal Grooming Awards, recognizes the best in men's grooming products. We’re proud to share that our EGF Day Serum has been named Best Serum at the 2025 Gentleman’s Journal Grooming Awards. Over the years, these awards have evolved into an unmissable highlight for grooming brands and enthusiasts alike, recognizing the innovation, craftsmanship, and creativity that define the sector. Our EGF Day Serum has long been BIOEFFECT's most popular product for men.

“This age-defying serum reduces the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles (win!), while enhancing the radiance and tone. Best bit? It’s not sticky or greasy, which makes it an ideal primer for any top layer moisturiser.”

We’re proud to announce that our EGF Power Eye Creamhas been named “Best Eye Cream for Fine Lines” in Cosmopolitan’s 2025 Holy Grail Beauty Awards!  

Formulated with 6 actives, including our unique BIOEFFECT EGF and anti-inflammatory caffeine, the EGF Power Eye Cream is beloved by those with even the most sensitive skin. In the words of Lauren Balsamo, beauty director at Cosmopolitan: “This stuff? Fantastic at smoothing and plumping without any negative side effects, like redness or peeling.”

We are excited to share that our best-selling face mask has won the Marie Claire Skin Award 2024 for Best Hydrating Mask. We are truly honored to receive this award from Marie Claire, which reaches an impressive audience of 8.6 million. The Marie Claire UK’s annual Skin Awards is an initiative to recognise the best skincare products on the market and celebrate innovation and sustainability.

"This was such a pleasure to use and delivered on all the things I want from a mask: hydrating, easy to apply, and works well with the next products. In fact my skin was so dewy I even cut down on the next steps!"

"This mask provides a delightful user experience, perfectly fulfilling the needs for moisturizing, nourishing, and a comfortable fit. Its exceptional effects leave skin hydrated and radiant, and can even simplify subsequent skincare steps!" — Marie Claire UK

We are thrilled that our best-selling face mask has won Gold in the Get The Gloss Beauty Awards 2024 for Best Face or Eye Mask. The Get The Gloss Beauty Awards are a culmination of expertise from industry-leading judges – including editors, doctors, derms, nutritionists, and makeup artists, with the mission to recognise the best in health, beauty and wellness.

“My skin felt really hydrated after using this comfortable sheet mask. With hyaluronic acid and a whole lot more, it’s a real rejuvenating treat – and biodegradable too.”

The readers have spoken, and we’re thrilled to share that our EGF Serum has been honored as the Favorite Growth Factor Serum by New Beauty's 2024 Readers’ Choice Awards. Backed by science and driven by results, this award-winning formula has gained the trust of skincare enthusiasts for its transformative effects on skin texture, elasticity, and overall radiance.

“This groundbreaking, biotech-backed formula addresses signs of aging and boosts moisture levels through the use of growth factors.”

We are thrilled that the BIOEFFECT EGF Serum has been honored with the distinguished WWD Greatest Skincare of All Time Award. We cannot think of a better way to celebrate BIOEFFECT’s global success than to have the EGF Serum be recognised among the best skincare products by an independent panel of 600 industry experts.

Over 14 years ago BIOEFFECT pioneered the use of growth factors in skincare, utilising progressive methods of biotechnology to create barley-derived EGF, a pure and effective ingredient that is a pillar of BIOEFFECT innovation. Our innovative science and uniquely pure formulations have never been more relevant.

Yet another win for the EGF Power Serum. Cosmopolitan panel of experts have chosen the EGF Power Serum as the best anti-aging serum. Clean beauty meets high-tech skincare in this formula featuring two barley growth factors—EGF and KGF, which boost collagen production and moisture retention—and N-Acetly glucosamine, a compound naturally found in the skin that minimizes hyperpigmentation.

As Lauren Balsamo, deputy beauty director at Cosmopolitan says, “I love, love, love this serum. It makes a visible difference when it comes to skin plumpness and the reduction of fine lines and wrinkles. It also layers really nicely with other skincare products.”

Lauren Balsamo, Associate Beauty Director at Cosmopolitan, said, "I absolutely, absolutely, absolutely love this serum. It makes a noticeable difference in skin plumpness and reduces fine lines and wrinkles. And it works great with other skincare products."

We are thrilled to unveil the champion of excellence in hand care: EGF Hand Serum! Amongst fierce competition, the EGF Hand Serum won the prestigious title of 'Best Hand Serum' at New Beauty's 14th Annual Beauty Awards in 2024. Danielle Dooley, Director of Digital Content at New Beauty says, "it's lightweight, sinks right in and doesn't feel sticky, all while delivering serious anti-aging benefits.”

We are ecstatic to have received this recognition and it's moments like these that validate our unwavering commitment to innovation, quality, and efficacy. By harnessing the power of advanced biotechnology and premium ingredients, BIOEFFECT continues to provide you with the best skincare solutions. “Harnessing its innovative plant-based epidermal growth factor, BIOEFFECT EGF Hand Serum not only moisturizes dry hands without a greasy feel, but also targets signs of aging, like dark spots and crepey skin.”

Thank you, New Beauty!

EGF Serum was named the Best Hydrating Serum at the Marie Claire Skin Awards. This luxurious serum is a cult-favorite among skincare enthusiasts, thanks to its ability to deeply nourish, hydrate, and plump the skin. With just a few drops of this potent serum, you can pamper your skin with all the goodness of BIOEFFECT's signature barley-based EGF, which visibly helps boost collagen production and skin elasticity.

OurEGF Eye Serumhas once again proven to be a top-performing product, as it was awarded the prestigious 2023 Women's Health Skincare Award for Best Eye Cream for Puffiness. This award is highly regarded in the beauty industry and is reviewed and vetted by Women's Health best-in-class experts, making it an even more impressive achievement. The unique cooling stainless steel rollerball applicator sets our EGF Eye Serum apart from other eye creams, providing a soothing and refreshing application experience. Not to mention, its innovative formula contains clinically proven barley-derived EGFs that target puffiness, fine lines, and wrinkles in the delicate eye area. We are thrilled to have received this recognition for our EGF Eye Serum and will continue to strive for excellence in all of our products. Try it out for yourself and see why it's the top choice for tackling under-eye concerns. So, if you want to achieve brighter, smoother, and more youthful-looking eyes, don't miss out on this award-winning product.

Our EGF Power Serum has proven to be our most potent product yet, and we are proud to announce that it has won the prestigious Get the Gloss Award in 2023. This serum has been specially formulated with powerful ingredients such as epidermal growth factors (EGFs) and hyaluronic acid to provide intense hydration and anti-aging benefits. Its innovative formula has been raved about by customers and beauty experts alike, earning it the Silver award for Best Product for Ageing Well. With consistent use, our EGF Power Serum can help improve skin elasticity, reduce fine lines and wrinkles, and promote a more youthful appearance. Try it out for yourself and see why it's a top choice for those looking to age gracefully. So, if you are looking for a product that will truly transform your skin, look no further than our award-winning EGF Power Serum.

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EGF Power Cream won the Best Night Cream award at the Hip and Healthy Awards. This rich and creamy formula is a true powerhouse of anti-aging ingredients, including EGF, hyaluronic acid, and retinol. By using this cream regularly, you can help to reduce fine lines, wrinkles, and discolouration, while also improving the texture and tone of your skin. You will wake up with a revitalised and rejuvenated complexion, ready to take on the day ahead.

Imprinting Hydrogel Mask won the Best Sheet Mask award at the Hip and Healthy Awards. This innovative sheet mask is designed to mimic the natural texture of the skin, allowing it to absorb all the active ingredients more effectively. The Imprinting Hydrogel Mask is infused with hyaluronic acid, and plant-based antioxidants, which work together to boost hydration, firmness, and radiance. After just one use, your skin will feel and look smoother, brighter, and hydrated.

EGF Power Cream won the Best Moisturizer for Mature Skin award in the woman&home Clever Skincare Awards 2022. After months of rigorous testing by the expert woman&home judging panel, we are delighted that our EGF Power Cream, has added another established and highly coveted win to its list of accolades.

We are delighted that EGF Eye Serum won the Marie Claire Skin Care Award for Best Eye Product. The Marie Claire Skincare Awards honor products that are considered the best in their category. We are therefore particularly proud that EGF Eye Serum, one of our most popular products, has received this well-deserved recognition.