Environ
Environ Skin EssentiA AVST Gel
Environ Skin EssentiA AVST Gel
50ml
A low form of vitamin A including vitamin C and E helps to calm sensitivity, redness and reactive skin.
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Environ Skin EssentiA AVST Gel is the ideal entry point into Environ's renowned vitamin A skincare — a mild, cooling gel moisturiser that gently introduces skin to vitamin A without overwhelming it. As Step 1 of the Skin EssentiA Vitamin STEP-UP SYSTEM, it contains the lowest concentrations of vitamin A and vitamin C in the range, making it ideal for beginners and for sensitive, reactive, congested or acne-prone skin.
Its lightweight, water-based formula combines a low dose of vitamin A with the antioxidants vitamins C and E to calm sensitivity, soothe redness and support a fresh, healthy-looking complexion. Many of our customers reach for it to help manage rosacea-prone, easily irritated skin, and it can even soothe skin after burns or atrophy.
Key Benefits
Key Benefits
- Gentle Step 1 introduction to Environ vitamin A — ideal for beginners
- Calms sensitivity, redness and reactive, rosacea-prone skin
- Cool, soothing, water-based gel texture that hydrates and refreshes
- Antioxidant vitamins A, C and E support healthy, radiant-looking skin
- Lowest vitamin A and C concentration in the Skin EssentiA step-up system
- Can be used to comfort skin after burns or atrophy
- Suitable for all skin types, especially sensitive, congested or acne-prone
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What does AVST stand for?
A: AVST refers to Environ’s Vita-Antioxidant Skin Technology – the vitamin A and antioxidant system at the heart of the Skin EssentiA range.
Q: Is AVST Gel a good place to start with Environ vitamin A?
A: Yes. AVST Gel contains the lowest concentration of vitamin A and vitamin C in the Skin EssentiA Vitamin STEP-UP SYSTEM, making it an ideal first step – particularly for sensitive, reactive, congested or acne-prone skin.
Q: What is the difference between AVST Gel and AVST Moisturiser 1?
A: AVST Gel is a cool, soothing, water-based gel that can be used as an alternative to the cream-based AVST Moisturiser 1. Both sit at the same entry level of the step-up system; the gel simply suits those who prefer a lighter, calming texture.
Q: How long should I use it before moving up a level?
A: Use a minimum of 2–3 bottles before progressing to the next level of the Vitamin STEP-UP SYSTEM to let your skin acclimatise to vitamin A.
Q: Is it suitable for rosacea, redness or sensitive skin?
A: Yes. It is a mild, soothing formula designed to calm sensitivity, redness and reactive skin, and can also be used after burns or skin atrophy.
Q: Do I need to wear SPF with it?
A: Yes. This product does not contain a sunscreen and contains vitamin A, so apply SPF as the last step of your morning routine.
How To Use
How To Use
Can be applied morning and evening on a thoroughly cleansed face and neck including the eye area. Apply SPF over the top as a last step in your routine.
Ingredients
Ingredients
Aqua (Water), Glycerin, Panthenol, Polysorbate 20, Tocopheryl Acetate, Tocopherol, Ascorbyl Palmitate, Retinyl Palmitate, Ascorbic Acid, Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seed Oil, Sodium Hydroxide, Beta-Carotene, Disodium EDTA, Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer, Zea Mays (Corn) Starch, Zea Mays (Corn) Oil, Sucrose, Gelatin.
Safety Warning
Safety Warning
Sunburn Alert: This product does not contain a sunscreen. Environ recommends sensible sun practices and protection at all times.
Warning: If any irritation is experienced, discontinue use. Consult a skincare professional and/or physician if the irritation persists. Avoid contact with the eyes. If accidental contact occurs, rinse carefully with tepid water.
Warning: Contains vitamin A. Consider your daily intake before use.

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Love this! Can’t believe the difference this has made to my redness and sensitivity.
This has been a life changer for me and acne rosacea. Super fast delivery too.
Nice product to use before applying moisturiser.