Encapsulated retinol + vitamin E (Fix)
Stable, gradually released retinol — smoothes the surface, reduces post-acne spots and evens out skin tone. Vitamin E neutralizes oxidative stress.
LINE REPAIR Professional Handbook
Professional Handbook
LINE REPAIR
Five treatment sub-lines (Firm, Fix, Glow, Hydra, Nutrient) designed to precisely match the protocol to the skin's needs — from barrier regeneration, through antioxidation and glow, to a retinol reset.
CHRISTINA — It just works
For whom: mature skin 30+ requiring barrier repair, density restoration, wrinkle and discoloration correction. Problem: loss of tone, dullness, dryness, first fine lines, photoaging. Distinguishing feature: 5 sub-lines (Firm, Fix, Glow, Hydra, Nutrient) — the cosmetologist customizes the treatment like a wardrobe. Ideal salon: corporate client 30–55 years old expecting personalization.
LINE REPAIR Philosophy
LINE REPAIR is a treatment system based on a modular selection of sub-lines. Instead of one recipe for all — the cosmetologist chooses the path according to the skin diagnosis: hydration, regeneration, glow, firming or retinol revision.
Each sub-line is based on its own active concept: Firm — peptides and bakuchiol; Fix — retinol + vitamin E; Glow — resveratrol + AHA; Hydra — lactic acid, elastin, collagen, HA; Nutrient — superfoods, goji berries, bakuchiol, niacinamide.
Philosophy: regeneration instead of restriction. The line is not based on aggressive exfoliation — it works with the skin barrier, not against it. This tolerance profile makes it universal also for couperose and sensitive skin.
Firm — firming
Peptides, collagen, bakuchiol — density and tension restoration. Daily SPF 50 protection.
Fix — retinol revision
Retinol + vitamin E — evening wrinkle and discoloration smoothing. Sub-line for prepared skin.
Glow — radiance
Resveratrol, AHA, oxygen peel — antioxidation + brightening. Ideal before an event.
Hydra — hydration
Lactic acid, elastin, collagen, hyaluronic acid — restoration of water reservoir.
Nutrient — nourishment
Superfoods, goji berries, bakuchiol, niacinamide — energy and resilience for tired skin.
Who is the LINE REPAIR line for?
- Mature skin 30+ with first signs of aging.
- Dehydrated, tired skin — typical effect of urban stress + air conditioning + screens.
- Skin with photoaging and loss of radiance.
- Skin requiring a modular approach — different areas have different needs.
- Mature client, not yet ready for full anti-age MUSE / NUANCE therapy.
- Skin after active acne phase — barrier regeneration and evening out skin tone.
- Sensitive, couperose skin — the Hydra sub-line has the best tolerance profile.
Below is the decision map — from skin type to sub-line.
| Skin type / problem | Sub-line | Key products |
|---|---|---|
| Firming skin, loss of density 35+ | FIRM | Forever Youth Serum, Daytime Guard SPF 50, Nighttime Rehab, Collagen Boost Mask |
| First wrinkles, spot correction, retinol revision 35+ | FIX | Retinol E Active Cream, Retinol E Eye Cream, Hydra Perfect Serum, Antioxidant Assist SPF 50 |
| Tired skin, dull, before an event | GLOW | Radiance Reveal Serum, Light Capture Eye Cream, Satin Smooth Night Cream, Oxygen Peel |
| Dehydrated, couperose, sensitive skin | HYDRA | Theraskin+HA, Elastin Collagen Cream, Orchid Hydration Mask, Lactic Intense Peel |
| Tired skin, allergic to retinol | NUTRIENT | Bio Shield Serum, Bio Satin Serum, Niacinamide Night Cream, Berries Beauty Mask, Bakuchiol SPF 15 |
Key ingredients and technologies
The Line Repair line combines active ingredients with a documented efficacy profile, emphasizing barrier safety.
Bakuchiol (Nutrient, Firm)
Natural alternative to retinol, safe for couperose skin and during pregnancy. Supports collagen synthesis and evens out skin tone without photosensitizing effects.
Lactic Acid (Hydra)
AHA with the highest tolerance — hydrates during exfoliation, increases NMF, supports barrier regeneration.
Resveratrol + grape extract (Glow)
Powerful phenolic antioxidant — neutralizes free radicals, evens out skin tone, brightens sun spots.
Niacinamide (Nutrient, Glow)
Strengthens the barrier, reduces discoloration and pore visibility, normalizes sebum, soothes redness.
Peptides + Pro-collagen (Firm)
Signal fibroblasts to synthesize type I collagen. Support restoration of density and tension.
Elastin + Collagen + Hyaluronic Acid (Hydra)
Structural trio — support for lost elasticity and deep hydration.
Plant extracts — orchid, blue daisy, goji berries
Antioxidant, brightening, regenerating profile. Biotechnological support for city-tired skin.
Aloe + ginseng extract
Soothing, energizing microcirculation, reducing puffiness around the eyes.
Professional Treatment Protocol
A full LINE REPAIR treatment takes 60–90 minutes. The cosmetologist selects 7 steps from a specific sub-line depending on the skin diagnosis. Cycle: 4–6 treatments every 7–14 days.
- STEP 1 — Moisturizing Micellar MilkMoisturizing micellar milk — removes makeup, impurities, sebum. Preserves the barrier.Time: 3 min · pH 5.5
- STEP 2 — Oxygen PeelOxygen peel — oxygenates, cleanses, evens out skin tone.Time: 5–8 min
- STEP 3 — Glow MaskBrightening mask with antioxidant actives — prepares for absorption.Time: 10 min
- STEP 4 — Ultra Nourish MaskIntensely nourishing mask — barrier regeneration, lipid delivery.Time: 10 min
- STEP 5 — Lift Define Mask (alginate)Lifting mask with a remodeling effect. Tightens, firms, defines the oval.Time: 15 min
- STEP 6 — Hydra Fusion ConcentrateHydrating concentrate — booster introducing actives deep into the epidermis.Application with massage
- STEP 7 — Radiance Firm Day CreamDay cream with radiance and firming effect — completes the treatment.No SPF — add retail SPF
Clinical tip: the FIX sub-line (retinol) is not used in the salon — it is introduced only in home care. The GLOW sub-line is ideal 7–14 days before an event. After each treatment, mandatory retail SPF 50.
Professional Products (Salon)
Professional sizes — fully compatible with the treatment protocol described above.
Moisturizing Micellar Milk (step 1)LINE REPAIR — professional
Oxygen Peel (step 2)LINE REPAIR — professional
Glow Mask (step 3)LINE REPAIR — professional
Ultra Nourish Mask (step 4)LINE REPAIR — professional
Lift Define Mask (step 5)LINE REPAIR — professional
Hydra Fusion Concentrate (step 6)LINE REPAIR — professional
Radiance Firm Day Cream (step 7)LINE REPAIR — professional
Home Care Products
Home sizes — maintaining and enhancing the effects of salon treatments. Full retail offer (approx. 30 products in 5 sub-lines) available in the store via the CTA link below. Curated selection:
Hydra Theraskin+HALINE REPAIR — home care
Firm Forever Youth (serum)LINE REPAIR — home care
Glow Radiance RevealLINE REPAIR — home care
Nutrient Bio Shield SerumLINE REPAIR — home care
Fix Hydra PerfectLINE REPAIR — home care
Fix Retinol E Active CreamLINE REPAIR — home care
Fix Retinol E Eye CreamLINE REPAIR — home care
Firm Daytime Guard SPF 50LINE REPAIR — home care
Firm Nighttime RehabLINE REPAIR — home care
Hydra Elastin CollagenLINE REPAIR — home care
Nutrient Niacinamide Night CreamLINE REPAIR — home care
Firm AHA & Resveratrol PeelLINE REPAIR — home care
Firm Collagen Boost MaskLINE REPAIR — home care
Hydra Orchid Hydration MaskLINE REPAIR — home care
Hydra Lactic Active TonerLINE REPAIR — home care
Glow Light Capture Eye CreamLINE REPAIR — home care
Nutrient Depuff Vitamin Eye MaskLINE REPAIR — home care
Home Routine — Morning & Evening
Morning Routine (AM)
- Cleansing — Firm Blue Daisy Cleanser or Glow Micellar Milk
- Toner — Hydra Lactic Active Toner or Nutrient Goji Toner
- Serum — Hydra Theraskin+HA / Glow Radiance Reveal / Nutrient Bio Shield
- Day Cream — Firm Daytime Guard SPF 50, Fix Antioxidant Assist SPF 50, Nutrient Bakuchiol SPF 15
- Eye Area — Glow Light Capture Eye Cream or Firm Allday Eye Rescue
Evening Routine (PM)
- Make-up Removal — Glow Micellar Milk
- Deep Cleansing — Hydra AHA BHA Cleanser (2× weekly) or Nutrient Pure Cleanser
- Toner — Hydra Lactic Active Toner
- Serum — Firm Forever Youth or Nutrient Bio Satin
- Retinol Cream — Fix Retinol E Active Cream (2–3× weekly, adapted skin)
- Night Cream — Firm Nighttime Rehab / Glow Satin Smooth / Nutrient Niacinamide / Hydra Elastin Collagen
- Eye Area — Fix Retinol E Eye Cream
- Mask 1–2× weekly — Firm Collagen Boost / Hydra Orchid / Nutrient Berries / Fix HA Repair
Frequently Asked Cosmetologist Questions
How to choose a sub-line for a new client?
Diagnosis in 3 steps: (1) skin type — dry/dehydrated/sensitive = Hydra; combination with dullness = Glow; mature requiring firming = Firm; tired/allergic to retinol = Nutrient. (2) age/goal — 30+ Hydra/Glow; 35+ Firm; 40+ Fix after preparation. (3) readiness — Fix only after 2–3 Hydra/Glow treatments.
Can two sub-lines be combined for one client?
Yes — in home care, we often combine Firm + Fix or Hydra + Glow. In the salon, we choose one dominant sub-line for the treatment.
Is Fix retinol safe for couperose skin?
NOT as a first line — for couperose skin, we recommend bakuchiol (Nutrient Bakuchiol Day Cream) as an alternative. Retinol is possible after barrier stabilization (3–6 months Hydra) and only 2× weekly at night.
When are the effects of the treatment visible?
Hydra/Glow — immediate effect (24–48 hours). Firm/Fix — structural effect after 4–6 weeks. Nutrient — stabilization after 2–3 weeks.
Can the line replace MUSE/NUANCE for a mature client?
It does not replace — it complements. LINE REPAIR works at the barrier and surface level; MUSE/NUANCE deeper (peptides, exosomes, biomatrix). For clients aged 30–40, LINE REPAIR is often a sufficient choice; for 45+, we recommend NUANCE.
How often should salon treatments be performed?
Initial cycle: 4–6 treatments every 7–14 days. Maintenance: 1 treatment every 4–6 weeks.
Can Oxygen Peel be used on couperose skin?
Yes — that's its advantage. Active oxygen works gently, without mechanical action. Caution only with active inflammatory erythema.
Contraindications
- FIX Sub-line (retinol) — pregnancy, breastfeeding, active oral isotretinoin, acute inflammatory conditions.
- Freshly performed energy-based treatments (laser, IPL, RF) — minimum 7 days break.
- Acute inflammatory conditions (herpes, infections), open wounds, fresh scars.
- Contact allergies to active ingredients — 48h test mandatory.
- Rosacea in the exacerbation phase — choose only the Hydra sub-line.
- Fresh tan or planned UV exposure within 7 days of Glow/Fix treatment.
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Educational material from the Christina Cosmetics Poland / TOP Cosmetics Europe Sp. z o.o. team. The information is general in nature and does not replace individual consultation with a certified cosmetologist or dermatologist.