Hemas Pharmaceuticals, the premier importer and distributor of internationally reputed healthcare brands in Sri Lanka, introduces a specialist skincare product ‘Bio-Oil’ in Sri Lanka and the Maldives.
The premium skincare oil, Bio-Oil is approved by the Cosmetics, Devices and Drugs Regulatory Authority of Sri Lanka.
Bio-Oil improves the appearance of new and old scars, stretch marks and uneven skin tone. It is also effective for aging and dehydrated skin. This remarkable product has made a significant mark in the world, winning 191 skincare awards.
Since its global launch in 2002, Bio-Oil has been the No.1 selling scar and stretch mark product in 17 countries, including the United Kingdom and Australia. First launched in 1987 in South Africa, the product is available in 88 countries today.
Hemas Pharmaceuticals Managing Director Sanjeewa Samaranayake speaking at the product launch said, “Our passion to deliver premium products leveraging in our local expertise and network has increased over the last 60 years, to introduce yet another quality product in the market. As one of the most reliable and responsible distributor of pharmaceutical, surgical and diagnostic products in our country, we are always committed to proffer quality products to our consumers.”    
Bio-Oil is formulated with a blend of four essential plant oils (Calendula, Lavender, Rosemary and Chamomile) and vitamins (A and E) that are known to be beneficial to skin health and appearance.
It also contains the trademarked ingredient PurCellin Oil TM, to ensure absorption into the second layer of the skin, rather than superficially acting on the surface. The PurCellin component in the oil makes it a dry oil with a quick and easy absorption into the skin, without leaving an oily residue.
The product has undergone safety assessments in accordance with the regulation of the European Parliament and of the Council on Cosmetic Products. In addition, Bio-Oil ingredients has been carefully assessed and approved to assure safety use, as well as for pregnant women. Bio-Oil is hypoallergenic and is a member of Beauty Without Cruelty (BWC) Bio-Oil is now available at all leading pharmacies and supermarkets islandwide.  
Furthermore, Bio-Oil packaging is environmentally friendly, recyclable and all paper materials are certified to be in accordance with the sustainable forest management practices, including no harmful emissions, hazardous waste or wastewater generated in its production.
Hemas Pharmaceuticals is one of the key sectors of Hemas Holdings PLC and is a leading importer and distributor of pharmaceutical, surgical and diagnostic products in Sri Lanka.  The company has served the industry for over six decades, introducing world-class healthcare products.   
The Hemas group is one of the leading conglomerates in Sri Lanka with a focus on five key sectors, namely FMCG, healthcare, transportation, leisure and power generation.