Frequently asked questions
SHOPPING ON BIOTRADE
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After you complete your order on the website, you will receive three emails from us – one for confirmation as soon as you place the order; a second after your order has been processed and delivered to a courier; and a third, final email with a tracking code.
Because we work with partner courier companies, we comply with their delivery times and workload.
- Usually, orders placed on business days before 14:00 will be processed the same day and will be delivered within the next business day.
- Orders placed on business daysafter 14:00 will be processed and shipped on the next business day at the earliest and delivered within two days of the order.
- Orders placed on non-business days will be processed and shipped on the first business day at the earliest.
In case of any announced special promotional events, it is possible for the orders to be processed and delivered within 10 working days, depending on the workload of our partner courier companies. We will make sure that your order arrives as soon as possible.
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For announced special events, e.g. Black Friday, the free shipping option may not be possible.
Due to hygiene and health reasons we do not replace products. We recommend that you re-order the products you want and return the ones you think are unsuitablebeforeunpacking and using them. Remember that the return can be made up to 14 days after delivery if you have not unpacked and/or used the product.
If for any reason you are not completely satisfied with your order and want to return it to us, you have 14 days starting from the date of delivery of your order.
For this purpose, it is necessary:
- to not have not opened the original packaging and not have used the product.
- to fill in and attach the rejection form, which you will find as Appendix № 1 in the General Terms and Conditions of the site.
- send your order back to the address written on the bill of lading with which your order arrived.
In turn, we will refund the payments made by you by bank (product/s + delivery), except for the amount required to return the order and any fees to your servicing bank. Payments will be refunded within 14 days from the date we receive the returned order or we have proof that you sent it back to us.
You can pay:
- online, by entering your bank card details, following the order steps in the website form (via virtual POS);
- cash on delivery – upon receipt of the order by courier.
- PayPal
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WHERE DO I START?
We are always at your disposal to help you via an online consultation with our specialists. You can count on expert advice for the right choice using the chat option on this website, or by sending us a message on Facebook or Instagram.
Of course, you can combine products from different ranges. Take a look at the most suitable combinations in the packages that we recommend for each range, as well as the promo offers here. If you have a specific problem that you want to eliminate (e.g. oily skin with acne or dark spots), we advise you to use the full routine of any given product range that includes all the steps to achieve an optimal effect – cleansing > active care > supporting care. Each range is designed so that the effects of the products complement each other and thus provide an optimal and long-lasting result.
We do not recommend mixing the use of biotradeactive productswith other brands containing active ingredients, as it is possible to get side effects that reduce or increase the effect of the products. This can cause irritation, a more violent skin reaction or a lack of effect.
Before reaching you, our products undergo several quality, effectiveness, and tolerance tests under strict dermatological control.
All of our products’ ingredients have a proven non-comedogenic effect, so they do not cause the formation of comedones.
Cosmetic products have two dates that you must bear in mind. One is the expiry date of the product from the date of its manufacture – which is written in numbers, and the other is shown with an open jar symbol indicating its expiry time after opening the package. We always indicate these dates in a visible and legible way on the packaging of the respective product.
Biotrade products are manufactured in our own GMP-certified production facility that is based in Sofia, Bulgaria.
Ever since it was founded, biotrade has opposed animal testing. None of our products have been and will not be tested on animals, which is why all biotrade products bear the cruelty-free insignia.
ACNAUT HINTS
Yes, Acnaut products can be used during pregnancy and lactation.
Yes, Acnaut products have proven results in all types of acne. In the case of hormonal acne, topical therapy helps to control the condition and maintain the balance of the skin, at least until the root cause of the hormonal imbalance is eliminated.
Yes, Acnaut has a proven track of success with any type of acne, including hormonal. However, if the main reason for hormonal acne is not treated, Acnaut products can only help maintaining the skin in proper condition.
Yes, the Acnaut range ensures excellent results in treating acne at all ages.
Acnaut products are suitable for children in their early teens (8+) at the first signs of juvenile acne – increased sebum secretion (oiliness), comedones (clogged pores) and pimples.
We DO NOT recommend the simultaneous use of two active products, such as the Acnaut Active Cream and Acnaut Active Lotion. They are suitable for use with different types of pimples – the active cream is suitable for subcutaneous pimples, while the active lotion is most effective for oily skin with purulent and red pimples.
If you are not sure which product is right for you, you can contact our consultants.
For acne-prone skin, it is important to follow a proper three-step routine – cleansing, active care and hydration, and apply it daily – every morning and evening, until you achieve optimal results.
We will be happy to assist you in your choice – just contact us for a free online consultation. You can do this through the contact form on this website or by sending us a message on social media (Facebook or Instagram). Our consultants will be happy to assist you by recommending the most suitable products for your skin type.
- Acnaut Mattifying Tonic is best choice for oily skin with no or a few single pimples, as well for first signs of acne in young teen age
- Acnaut Repair Cream is great against red acne marks but should be preferable used after active pimples are no longer present
The Acnaut cleansing products can be used according to everyone’s individual preferences, but we most often recommend them for the following conditions:
- Acnaut soap is suitable for very oily skin.
- Acnaut Oxy Wash is suitable for combination skin and can be used on the face and body in case of acne on the back, arms, shoulders, neck, or chest.
- Acnaut Cleansing foam is suitable for sensitive and irritated skin. This makes it an ideal choice even for more severe forms of acne that are painful to the touch. The foam is also an ideal product for removing makeup.
The choice between Acnaut Active Cream and Acnaut Active lotion depends on the type of acne.
- For oily skin with predominantly red pimples with a white purulent tip, we recommend the use of the active lotion.
- For subcutaneous pimples, the appropriate product is the active cream.
For oily skin without pimples or with single breakouts, as well as for teenagers with the first symptoms of acne, we recommend using the mattifying tonic.
Acnaut Repair Creamis designed specifically for this purpose – it soothes and reduces red spots, improving the healing processes in the skin. Meanwhile, it also prevents the appearance of pigmentation (darkening) of the problem areas, as it contains a sun protection factor SPF30. We recommend using the product only after the acne has been brought under control and there are no active pimples on the skin.
Like most products for problem and oily skin, the active products in the Acnaut range have a drying effect on the skin. That is why we recommend that their daily use be combined with themoisturizing cream Acnaut Hydroactive. It is applied in the morning and at noon, and when using foundation it is applied as a base.
When using the active products of the range (lotion, cream, tonic), it is possible to notice yellowing and peeling or wrinkling on contact with water on the skin of the fingers, without this condition being dangerous. To prevent this effect, we advise you to wash your hands thoroughly with water immediately after using the products or to use gloves.
The range contains a broad-spectrum antibacterial complex (PASC – a powerful antibacterial self-regulating complex) – a patented formula that counters the cause of acne – the bacteria P.acnes. The complex regulates the overproduction of sebum, affects the colonization of bacteria and remedies inflammation.
The ingredients in the Acnaut range do not cause photosensitivity and do not lead to habituation (bacterial resistance), which allows the products to be applied all year round if necessary.
You can use the products in the range for as long as necessary – they are not induce resistance and remain effective even with long-term use.
Acne-prone skin needs special care throughout your entire life. Therefore, after bringing acne under control and clearing the skin of pimples, we recommend that the skin be maintained with a proper routine with Acnaut products to ensure proper cleansing, control of sebum secretion (oiliness) and hydration.
If you have pimples with a purulent tip, you can gently squeeze the pimple with well washed hands. Then be sure to treat the area withAcnaut Active Lotion, applying it 3-4 times a day. This will help the lotion to penetrate deep into the skin, reach the bacteria and prevent pigmentation and scarring of the affected area.
The effect of the products is strictly individual and depends on the type and stage of development of acne, your diet, general health, etc. If you strictly follow the appropriate routine, you will see the first visible results within 7 to 10 days. Keep in mind that problem skin requires daily and constant care until you manage to completely control and eliminate the acne, which can sometimes take several months.
The active products in the Acnaut range help control excessive oiliness, which in turn reduces blackheads. If oily skin with blackheads is the only condition, anexfoliating Pure Skin toniccan be included in the routine for optimal results, which creates a delicate chemical peel and helps break down comedones (blackheads) thus cleansing clogged pores.
Unlike other products for problem and acne-prone skin, Acnaut does not cause photosensitivity. Keep in mind that sunscreens are comedogenic (they could lead to clogged pores), which significantly slows down the results of acne therapies. Our advice is during the first weeks of using Acnaut, to protect your skin from the sun with physical means – a hat, clothes, or a scarf, instead of sunscreen.
You can apply make-up while undergoing therapy with products from the Acnaut range, but this would slow down the effect of the products, as foundation and colored creams (BB & CC cream) have a comedogenic effect (i.e. they clog pores). Therefore, for optimal results, we recommend that you stop or at least limit the use of makeup for a while. If it is extremely necessary, use hypoallergenic, non-comedogenic, dermatologically tested foundation without mineral oils, and it is highly recommended that you remove the makeup with two consecutive washes of the face with a cleansing product from the Acnaut range.
PURE SKIN
Yes, the products can be used during pregnancy and lactation. Due to hormonal changes during this period, the skin is more sensitive to ultraviolet rays and the risk of hyperpigmentation (dark spots) is significantly increased – so we recommend strict use of high-factor sunscreen (SPF 50+) while usingPure Skin exfoliating tonic.
The combination of Pure Skin exfoliating tonic and cream has an excellent effect on mature skin. Pure Skin tonic effectively exfoliates and revitalizes the skin and thus evens out and brightens the overall complexion.Pure skin creamdeeply hydrates and nourishes mature skin. The products reduce fine lines and wrinkles and speed up the skin’s metabolism.
The products from the Pure Skin range are suitable for use and ensure good results at any age. We do not recommend that children under the age of 12 use the exfoliating tonic.
Thanks to its content of alpha and beta hydroxy acids (AHA and BHA),Pure Skin exfoliating tonicaccelerates the exfoliation of the top layer of the skin, composed of dead cells, which helps to effectively renew it.
Pure Skin toniccontains alpha and beta hydroxy acids – lactic, glycolic, salicylic and azelaic acid. In this combination, the acids accelerate the exfoliation of the top layer of the epidermis and visibly improve the condition of the skin.
The exfoliating tonic causes chemical exfoliation of the top layer of the skin, which cleanses and significantly shrinks enlarged pores.
The tonic is suitable for use on all skin types, and for dry skin our advice is to combine it with the moisturizer from the Pure Skin range. It has a deep moisturizing and soothing effect, which makes it extremely suitable for dry skin.
Yes, Pure Skin tonic is extremely effective against blackheads.
We recommend the use ofPure Skin tonicin the evening. The product contains AHA and BHA acids, which make the skin more vulnerable to sunlight – so it is mandatory to use a reliable sunscreen product with a high sun protection factor (SPF 50+) during its use. For optimal protection from harmful UVA and UVB rays, sunscreen should be applied every 2-3 hours.
Pure Skin toniccauses photosensitivity (it can make the skin more vulnerable to sunlight), so its use must be accompanied by a reliable sunscreen with a high protection factor (SPF 50+) during the day.
Yes, you can use thePure Skin exfoliating tonicall year round, as long as you apply reliable high-factor sunscreen (SPF 50+).
We do not recommend using the tonic if there are any injuries and inflamed areas on the skin. It can be used after the acne is healed.
Yes, regardless of the season, a high-factor sunscreen (SPF 50+) should be applied when usingPure Skin tonic.
Yes, it is possible to experience a slight itching or burning sensation due to the content of cosmetic acids in the tonic. This effect is not a cause for concern and usually subsides after 2 to 5 minutes.
Fine exfoliation of the surface layer of the skin may occur, which is a desired effect.
Due to the content of hydroxy acids in its composition, the tonic is not suitable for use in the eye contour area, where the skin is extremely thin and delicate.
The tonic does not require rinsing, but if the feeling of light tingling after application causes you discomfort and does not disappear within 5 minutes, you can wash the product away with water.
Pure Skin is very suitable for use as a day cream and is a great base for makeup – we recommend it for dry and very dry skin. It can also be used for revitalizing care after laser procedures or chemical peels.
Pure Skin cream has no effect on enlarged pores – it is a moisturizer, suitable mainly for drier skin types.
Yes, the soap is suitable for daily use for both the face and body.
The exfoliating tonic and cleansing products from the Pure Skin range have been proven to be effective for combination and oily skin, which is usually the case with teenagers. Pure Skin cream is more suitable for use on mature, dehydrated or withered skin, so we recommend that teenagers with problem skin focus on moisturizing care from the Acnaut range – hydroactive cream or regenerating cream.
MELABEL WHITENING HINTS
The Melabel range products can be used during pregnancy and lactation with caution, as during this period the skin is more sensitive due to hormonal changes. It is extremely important that night care products are applied in combination with reliable sun protection (SPF 50+) during the day.
Melabel Whitening products are not suitable for this purpose, as dark circles under the eyes are not hyperpigmentation.
Melabel Whitening foamis a cleansing product that removes impurities and prepares the skin for the application of the active products in the range. In itself, it does not have an intense lightening effect, i.e. you cannot rely on this product alone to remove dark spots (hyperpigmentation).
Melabel Whitening night creamcan be used as a standalone product, but it is designed to give optimal results in combination with theMelabel Whitening SPF 50+ day cream. If you use the night cream alone, do not forget to apply sunscreen with a factor of 50+ during the day.
Reliable sunscreen is an absolute must during Melabel Whitening therapy. Whitening products make the skin photosensitive and thus increase the risk of new pigmentations and fixation (deepening) of the old ones. Therefore, the use of the active products from the Melabel Whitening range (Night Cream,Forte Cream,Tonic) must be combined with a reliable sunscreen (SPF 50+) during the day, which is applied every 2 hours.
Melabel Whitening products are effective in lightening all types of hyperpigmentation, including freckles. Keep in mind that they are the most difficult to treat and are closely linked to good sun protection in the summer.
Melabel Whitening products are effective against pigment spots from acne, which are brown in color. For red residual acne spots, the appropriate product isAcne Out Repair Cream.
The products from the Melabel Whitening range contain cosmetic acids, which is why we recommend using them only on healthy skin. In case of inflammation in the form of acne or injuries/wounds on the skin, we advise you to proceed with the treatment of pigmentation only after the acne is brought under control and the skin is cleared of active pimples.
Yes, you can use such products as long as you make sure that they do not contain Retin A derivatives.
Melabel Whitening products are designed to combat melanin abnormalities, such as hyperpigmentation caused by sunburn, pregnancy, as well as age spots. As the products affect the production of melanin, when applied for a long time, a slight lightening of the skin’s natural complexion is possible.
Usually the first results of the therapy are visible at least 4 weeks after regular and disciplined use of the products. In most cases, optimal results are observed after about 3 months. When treating old and stubborn spots, this period may be longer.
Yes, you can use Melabel Whitening to lighten the skin in this area.
Both creams have an active lightening effect, but are intended for different types of therapies against pigmentation. For relatively new spots that are less than a year old, we recommend using the Night Cream, and for older and stubborn spots – the Forte Cream. Please note that you must not use both creams at the same time.
Therapy with night care products must be combined with appropriate sun protection during the day. For best results, we recommend combining night care products with Melabel Whitening Day Cream, which offers high broad-spectrum protection (SPF 50+) and accelerates the lightening effect.
If you have any questions about the Melabel Whitening product application, our experts will be happy to assist you if you contact us via the contact form on this website or by sending us a message on social media (Facebook or Instagram). Our consultants and dermatologists will be happy to help you choose the most suitable products for your skin type.
Melabel Whitening Tonicis extremely suitable for treating larger areas of the face and body.
It is advisable to plan whitening therapies in the fall and winter, due to the lower solar radiation during these seasons. You can also use Melabel Whitening in the summer, as long as you protect your skin from the sun with a suitable broad-spectrum product with a high factor (SPF 50+), that you should apply every 2 hours during the day.
The active products of the Melabel Whitening range should be left to act – they are applied in the evening and left on the skin overnight without washing off.
Yes, Melabel Whitening also ensures good results in treating age spots on the skin.
Yes,Melabel Whitening tonicand hand cream from the product range provide excellent results in treating pigmentation on the skin of the hands.
Yes, you can use it for protection at the beach, but be sure to reapply it after entering the water, sweating, drying, as well as every 2-3 hours. You can also combine or replace it withMelabel Sun SPF 50+.
Yes, this product is a great choice as a day cream because it offers excellent hydration, protects from the sun and is a wonderful foundation for makeup.
As Melabel Whitening products contain cosmetic acids in low concentrations, it is normal to experience such sensations, but they should disappear in no more than 5 minutes. If you notice severe irritation or inflammation, stop using the product and consult a dermatologist.
СЕРИЯ ODOREX
Това означава, че няма нужда да прилагате ежедневно Odorex! Достатъчно е да го прилагате веднъж на 10-14 дни, за да спрете изпотяването за този период.
Изпотяването е различно при всеки човек, затова периодът на действие наOdorexе в границите на 7 до 14 дни след едно нанасяне. Това означава, че е достатъчно да използвате продукта един път на всеки 10 дни и да се радвате на сухи мишници.
Да, при някои хора ефектът трае по-кратко време – например 7-8 дни, защото зависи от индивидуалния метаболизъм, който е различен за всяко човешко тяло. Това не означава, че Odorex не работи, а е само индикация, че периодът между нанасянията на продукта трябва да е по-кратък – например веднъж на 7 дни.
Основната съставка е алуминиев хлорид.
Всички продукти от серията Odorex са клинично тествани и напълно безопасни за здравето.
Продуктите Odorex могат да се използват по време на бременност и кърмене.
Препоръчваме Odorex да се употребява след навършване на 12-годишна възраст, когато започват да функционират половите жлези на децата. При деца под 12 г. с хиперхидроза съветваме продуктът да се използва само след консултация с ендокринолог или педиатър.
Да, безопасно е, защото Odorex не блокира всички потни жлези, които се намират в третираните участъци, а разпознава и действа само върху свръхактивните жлези, които предизвикват обилното потене.
Няма лимит, ограничаващ използването на Odorex, тъй като при всяка употреба той дава същия резултат като в началото.
Правилната употреба на Odorex е надлежно и точно разписана в листовката с инструкции, поставена в опаковката на всеки продукт. Схемата за използване е лесна – когато за пръв път започнете да употребявате Odorex, трябва да го нанасяте три поредни вечери преди лягане върху идеално подсушена кожа. След нанасяне, продуктът не се отмива. На сутринта старателно измивате и подсушавате кожата. Ако искате можете да нанесете парфюм или дезодорант.
От този момент следете кога отново ще се появи изпотяването, за да определите индивидуалния си период на нанасяне – обикновено това е 10 до 14 дни. За да поддържате ефекта, е необходимо да нанасяте Odorex само веднъж в началото на всеки период.
От изключителна важност е идеално да сте подсушили кожата на мястото, което ще третирате. Често се случва влага да остане на повърхността на кожата и да реагира при контакт с активните съставки на Odorex. Затова се подсушавайте с памучна кърпа или дори, ако е необходимо, използвайте сешоар.
Възможно е да чувствате сърбеж и ако третираната кожа е раздразнена от скорошно епилиране, бръснене, или е с наранена повърхност. Затова съветваме прилагането на Odorex да става само върху здрава кожа без раздразнения и открити рани.
Няма разлика между двата продукта – формулата им е еднаква, различават се единствено по опаковката. Можете да изберете този, който ви е по-удобен за употреба.
Да, можете да се къпете спокойно – това няма да намали ефекта на продукта. Можете също и да използвате парфюм или одеклон, но съветваме да се въздържате от употребата на дезодоранти с ефект против изпотяване.
Не, необходимо е да го прилагате само веднъж вечер на всеки 10-14 дни, според инструкциите.
Да, можете да ползвате любимите си парфюми без никакво притеснение.
Можете да използвате одеколон, парфюм и всякакви други ухания, но не препоръчваме такива с блокиращ изпотяването ефект (например дезодорант срещу изпотяване).
Да, можете да използвате Odorex върху всяка част от тялото.
Избягвайте да използвате директно (да пръскате или мажете) продукта на лицето и главата си. Ако е необходимо, напоете памучен тампон с продукта и приложете върху желаните зони. Задължително избягвайте околоочната зона и ако забележите раздразнение спрете употребата.
Абсолютно да.
Да, има специално разработена формула за крака – Odorex Foot.
Да, можете да използвате любимата си козметика, без да се притеснявате. Тя няма да повлияе върху ефекта на Odorex.
Не, само при първата употреба прилагате Odorex в три последователни вечери, след това по веднъж на 10-14 дни според личната ви схема.
СЕРИЯ SEBOMAX
Да, продуктите Sebomax могат да се използват по време на бременност и кърмене.
Да, продукти от серията Sebomax са специално разработени за борба със себореята на скалпа и лицето – това са: шампоани, лосион и крем.
Ако страдате от пърхот, ви препоръчваме да започнете терапия първо с шампоан Sebomax Control два пъти седмично – самостоятелно, или в комбинация с лосион Sebomax при по-обострено състояние на скалпа. След като овладеете състоянието може да редувате шампоаните Sebomax Control и Sebomax Sensitive.
Кремът Sebomax е специално разработен за третиране на кожата на лицето, затова ако страдате от себорея на скалпа, подходящият продукт е лосионът Sebomax.
Да, можете да го използвате за стимулиране растежа на веждите, но трябва да сте изключително внимателни, за да не влезе продуктът в контакт с очите.
Не, в никакъв случай не използвайте гела върху миглите си и избягвайте всякакъв контакт с очите – активната съставка на продукта е капсаицин (екстракт от люта чушка).
Обикновено първите резултати са видими след около 3 месеца при редовното използване на продукта.
Препоръчваме първо да приключите курса си на лечение, и тогава да започнете да използвате продукта.
Да, можете да прилагате продукта върху скалпа, като го масажирате в корените на косата.
Себореята се причинява от гъбата Malassezia furfur, която обитава човешката кожа. Когато има благоприятни условия за развитието й, е възможно пърхотът да се появи отново. Затова препоръчваме Sebomax Control за дълготраен контрол срещу пърхота.
Да, лосионът трябва да се отмие под течаща хладка вода.
Ако имате тежка себорея със сърбящ скалп и обилен пърхот, използвайте лосиона и шампоана Sebomax Control едновременно за период от поне 4-5 седмици. След това използвайте само шампоана 2 пъти седмично и поддържащо лосион 1 път в месеца.
Да, можете да използвате крема върху всички части на тялото.
Ако зачервяването и раздразнението са причинени от себорея – да, използвайте Sebomax крем.
Строго препоръчваме да не смесвате употребата на крема Sebomax с други продукти за лице, съдържащи активни съставки с антиейдж, ексфолиращо, избелващо и друго подобно действие.
Да, можете, но изключително внимателно, така че да избегнете контакт с очите.
Ако имате активно състояние на себорея, използвайте заедно Sebomax лосион и Sebomax Control шампоан за поне 4 седмици. След това поддържайте състоянието с шампоаните Control и Sensitive, при употреба на лосиона веднъж в месеца.
Не, след нанасяне, трябва да оставите гела да действа, без отмиване.
Гелът трябва да се прилага ежедневно за оптимален резултат.
Препоръчваме нанасянето на продукта да става посредством апликатора, тъй като активната съставка на продукта – капсаицин, е екстракт от люта чушка, който може да предизвика раздразнение при досег с кожата на пръстите.
Да, напълно е нормално, тъй като продуктът съдържа капсаицин (екстракт от люта чушка), който при контакт с кожата предизвиква чувство за парене, което преминава за около 10-15 минути.
Това е така, защото базата на шампоаните е безсулфатна, с растителни биоразградими измивни вещества, които ефикасно и щадящо измиват косата, без да образуват обилна пяна. Липсата на сулфати гарантира безопасна употреба и в случай на силно раздразнена кожа на скала.
Този шампоан е предназначен за ежедневна употреба от хора с чувствителна кожа и скалп, тъй като не съдържа никакви сулфати. Може да се комбинира свободно с другите продукти от серията, предназначени за борба с пърхота.