What are Dr. Grandel SOS Ampoules?
Dr. Grandel SOS Ampoules are what an esthetician keeps stocked for redness during a treatment or after sun exposure. They also work as a standing add-on for reactive-skin regulars.
This 12 x 3 ml case is Dr. Grandel’s professional pack of sealed single-dose glass ampoules. Dr. Grandel built them to alleviate the look of redness while supporting the appearance of stressed or damaged skin. They are also formulated to work alongside professional equipment as well as on their own.
Key benefits of Dr. Grandel SOS Ampoules
- A full course per case: 12 doses cover roughly a month of twice- or thrice-weekly calming sessions.
- Lower cost per treatment: stocking the case brings the per-ampoule price down compared to the 3-count retail box.
- Compatible with in-room devices: Dr. Grandel notes SOS works well with ultrasound or iontophoresis on the anode (+) setting. According to the brand, the pairing aims to help drive the actives deeper.
- Targets visible redness directly: ammonium glycyrrhizate, from licorice root, carries a long-standing reputation for soothing reactive-looking skin.
Key ingredients
Ammonium Glycyrrhizate, derived from licorice root, is the classic calming ingredient behind this concentrate, formulated to help soothe the look of redness during a treatment.
Aesculus Hippocastanum (horse chestnut) Seed Extract and sodium carboxymethyl betaglucan support the skin’s visible resilience under stress. In addition, caffeine and zinc gluconate round out the formula, while mannitol adds a light humectant effect. The concentrate also contains fragrance.
How to use Dr. Grandel SOS Ampoules
- Cleanse the client’s skin thoroughly before treatment.
- Then break the ampoule open at the marked point, keeping the glass wrapped in a tissue.
- Distribute the dose across areas of visible redness. Alternatively, apply it as directed together with ultrasound or iontophoresis on the anode (+) setting.
- Massage in gently until absorbed, then continue with the client’s regular moisturizer or the next treatment step.
- Book SOS two to three times a week for a 1- to 4-week course. The case carries a full rotation with room to spare.
Open one ampoule per session and use it in full right away. For professional use as directed; keep away from the eye area and store out of clients’ reach.
Who it is for
This case is for licensed estheticians who treat reactive, redness-prone skin on a regular basis, including post-sun or shaving-related irritation. Dr. Grandel lists the formula for combination, normal, dry and oily skin.
Retail size vs. professional size
This is the 12 x 3 ml professional case. It is the size worth stocking when SOS is a standing calming add-on rather than an occasional pull. The per-ampoule cost sits below the 3-count retail box. In addition, the case carries a spa through a full client rotation.
Full ingredient list (INCI)
Aqua (Water), Pentylene Glycol, Glycerin, Mannitol, Ammonium Glycyrrhizate, PEG-40 Hydrogenated Castor Oil, Trideceth-9, Xanthan Gum, Sodium Carboxymethyl Betaglucan, Benzotriazolyl Dodecyl p-Cresol, Caffeine, Sodium Hydroxide, Propylene Glycol, Zinc Gluconate, Alcohol, Aesculus Hippocastanum (Horse Chestnut) Seed Extract, Tris (Tetramethylhydroxypiperidinol) Citrate, Parfum (Fragrance), CI 42090 (Blue 1), CI 19140 (Yellow 5)
Ingredient list per Dr. Grandel (grandel.com), same formula confirmed on the 3 ml retail-size product page. Formulas can change; always check the list on the package you receive.
