Can you guess what the best anti-aging product is out there? There is one product that is an absolute must no matter what else you may be doing for your skin, and we need it YEAR ROUND…Sun Block!
But today, I want to talk about Retinols (over the counter) and Retin-A products prescribed by a dermatologist for anti-aging or acne or both!
Prescription Retinoids were originally FDA approved for fighting acne. The way it works is by restoring the organization of cells through cellular turnover in the epidermis so that they are less likely to fall into the pores and become food for P. Acne bacteria, so to reduce breakouts!
Years later, it was discovered to retexturize, smooth, reduce pore size and smooth the skin’s surface. It’s good for skin types who get closed comedones (whiteheads), open comedones (blackheads).
But it will adversely affect red, sore, inflamed acne (called papules and pustules), especially in sensitive skin types.
To use (if your dermatologist does not give you instructions: You MUST use sun protection – hats, sunscreen (reapplied every 4 hours in full sun)
Sanitas Rejuven-A (a retinol) is a type of vitamin A that belongs to the family of retinoid chemical compounds. As long as the formula is stable (keeping it out of light, away from heat and time-released), it encourages repair to smooth the texture of the skin.
For anyone wanting to use a Retinol, I have 2 wonderful products. One is Rejuven-A, it is milder, contains loads of other anti-aging ingredient like peptides and COQ10. It can be used every night and should be used after cleansing. It comes on like a cream and is so simple to use. It really helped heal my skin of tiny little milia under my eyes and the dry, crepey wrinkles on my cheeks to fight aging (anti-aging)
After using a bottle, should take you a couple of months, give your skin a one month break from it, then if you want something stronger, I have a Retinol Resurfacing Treatment, which is used 3x a week. Once that bottle is gone, give your skin a break. Also, available is a Retinol Peel, which we can use every two weeks, but this is an in-office treatment.
Still have questions as to what is right for you to begin a skin care regime that includes anti-aging? Call today to set up an appointment for a skin care consultation.
See you soon!