In converstion with Dr Marc Ronert co-owner IMAGE Skincare

What’s your background?
For as long as I can remember, I have been drawn to medicine. That passion led me to the Heinrich-Heine University of Medicine in Düsseldorf, Germany, where my journey as a physician began. With a natural eye for aesthetics and symmetry, I gravitated toward plastic and reconstructive surgery—a specialty that marries surgical precision with artistic sensibility.

Under the mentorship of the former President of the German Association of Plastic Surgeons, I trained extensively in facial and body reconstruction following trauma, tumour removal, burns, and congenital abnormalities. I also specialised in facelifts, eyelid surgery, breast reconstruction after cancer, abdominoplasty, and liposuction.

Today, as a European board-certified plastic and reconstructive surgeon and a fellow of the European Board of Plastic Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery, I serve as Co-Owner and Chairman of the Scientific Advisory Board at Image Skincare.

I am also an author and Founder of the Care for Skin Foundation, a nonprofit organisation providing life-changing reconstructive surgeries to individuals suffering from severe skin loss due to burns, accidents, or genetic anomalies. Together with our volunteer medical teams, we have helped hundreds of children live healthy, confident lives.

What do you enjoy most about clinical skincare?
Precision and results are personal values I bring to every product we create. Skincare, for me, is a beautiful intersection of cellular biology, chemistry, and real-world impact.

I thrive on bringing together proven actives like vitamin C and retinol with breakthrough delivery systems like our XOSM Technology. The real artistry—and challenge—is translating complex medical science into a daily routine that’s simple to use and truly transformative.

Clinical skincare is, in a way, non-surgical plastic surgery: it empowers people to feel comfortable in their own skin.

It’s incredibly rewarding to witness how small, visible changes in skin health can lead to positive shifts in quality of life.

For me, it is the bridge between surgical expertise and patient care—delivering products that aren’t just high-tech, but genuinely make a difference. Every bottle reflects our passion for excellence and our mission to help people look and feel their best, inside and out.

What makes Image Skincare different?
Grounded in science and defined by innovation, every product is physician-formulated, dermatologist-tested, and clinically validated—crafted to deliver measurable results while maintaining a sensorial, elevated experience.
Our medical-grade formulations undergo rigorous third-party clinical and instrumental evaluations to document visible improvements in skin health and structure. Our proprietary XOSM Technology delivers key antioxidants such as vitamin C, Ectoin, and astaxanthin-rich microalgae precisely where they are needed to help protect collagen, restore elasticity, and calm inflammation, all necessities for creating strong, healthy skin. This innovation represents a leap forward in targeted antioxidant delivery.

How does the partnership work with Janna?
Janna’s role is that of visionary and inspirer, as she is simply incredible at leading the brand, serving as the energy, the voice, and the inspiration who knows how to rally the troops and get the entire team excited and feeling inspired about our mission and future. She’s the driving force of our culture and business vision.

Conversely, my role is that of scientist and formulator; I stand behind the science, innovation, and clinical efficacy, playing a critical, hands-on role in the development of every one of our formulations.
In short, Janna sets the destination and inspires the journey, while I ensure the vehicle is built with the highest possible standards of clinical proof and advanced technology.

What makes Ageless+ Retinol stand out?
Retinol remains one of dermatology’s gold-standard ingredients, yet it is often limited by irritation. Ageless+ Retinol uses XOSM Technology to maximise retinol performance while minimising redness, even at potent concentrations such as the 1.2% retinol complex.
Extensive clinical studies show that our retinol formulations not only avoid irritation, they actively reduce redness, making them suitable for daily use. This allows all clients to use Ageless+ Retinol every day for superior improvement in fine lines and wrinkles, radiance, pores, pigmentation and skin firmness.

Our collection encompasses six formulations with a range of intentional retinol percentages and textures. Each includes bisabolol and ginger extract, combined with next-generation, BHA- and BHT-free retinol for progressive results. The step-up system allows the skin to acclimate gradually for consistent improvement over time.

Why is VOL.U.LIFT so effective?
It’s incredibly effective because it was intentionally formulated to address the specific concerns GLP-1/GIP patients see in skin including deflation, deep wrinkles, dehydration, and density loss.
We studied the specific effects of GLP-1 and GIP medications on the skin to identify key mechanisms of ageing acceleration. The formula, validated in clinical studies on GLP-1 users, delivered measurable improvements in skin structure and hydration.

Its efficacy stems from a synergistic blend of active ingredients including XOSM Technology—a smart delivery system encapsulating Ectoin, vitamin C, and astaxanthin-rich microalgae. Clinical evaluations demonstrated an increase of 20.1% facial volume, 22.5% skin firmness, 23.2% skin elasticity, 21.8% skin hydration, and a reduction of wrinkles by 20.7%.


What are your three personal skincare must-haves?
My must-haves are rooted in rebuilding, protecting, and correcting—these products represent the three pillars of effective, clinical skincare that I believe everyone needs, and include VOL.U.LIFT, Daily Prevention Collection (specifically an SPF 50), and Image MD Restoring Power-C Serum.


What are the industry trends to watch?
Skincare is entering a new era defined by longevity science, biotechnology, and personalisation. I believe the future lies in uniting medical precision with human experience, helping every patient and consumer achieve healthier, stronger, and more resilient skin through innovation that never compromises on integrity. The most impactful trends include:

Longevity and epigenetic beauty
Helping skin behave younger for longer by optimising repair and resilience.

Biotech-driven actives
Utilising lab-grown ingredients, exosomes, and bio-identical compounds for precision treatment.

Microbiome and barrier health
Strengthening the skin’s natural defences through pre-, pro-, and postbiotic formulations.

Holistic integration
Combining topical therapies with nutrition and lifestyle strategies for comprehensive skin wellness.

AI-enhanced personalisation
Developing data-driven formulations for individual skin behaviour.

At-home medical innovation
Accessible LED, microcurrent, and radio frequency devices bridging in-office and home care.

Transparency and sustainability
Setting new standards in ingredient sourcing, formulation ethics, and refillable packaging.