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ANTI-AGING
& ACNE SKIN CARE |
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IS A CANDIDATE? |
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Just
about everyone is a candidate for anti-aging skin care.
Living in Southern California, we are all at risk for
sun-damage and premature signs of aging. Not only are
there many products to keep our skin in good health,
but also, these same products may dramatically improve
the appearance of our complexion and prevent acne. |
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| WHAT
SKIN PROBLEMS CAN BE IMPROVED? |
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wrinkles, brown spots, texture abnormalities and dullness
can be improved rather easily these days. These same
products also help acne-prone skin. Thankfully, we have
at our disposal a myriad of topical prescription and
non-prescription products which can improve the appearance
of the skin within weeks of their use. |
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| WHAT
PRODUCTS ARE AVAILABLE? |
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Retinoids
and New-generation retinoids
Alpha-Hydroxy
Acids (Glycolic Acid)
Hydroquinone 4% (prescription strength)
Combination creams (glycolic & hydroquinone)
Kinerase
Sunscreens |
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| WHAT
DO THEY DO? |
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Retinoids
and New-generation retinoids:
- Improved exfoliation thereby increasing
the smoothness, texture, and glow to the skin
- Prevent acne
- Normalize atypical changes from
sun damage
- Fade brown spots
- Improve fine wrinkling
Hydroquinone 4% (prescription strength):
A bleaching agent which also fades brown spots.
Glyquin (ICN Pharmaceuticals):
A rich combination cream of alpha-hydroxy acids, hydroquinone
and sunscreen ideal for blotchy areas on the face, arms, legs,
and/or chest.
Kinerase lotion or cream (ICN Pharm):
Reportedly uses a natural plant substance to achieve the same
as above, but results are not as well substantiated in the
literature. Nonetheless, it is a very smooth and well-liked
moisturizer.
Sunscreens:
Everyone should incorporate a sunscreen at minimum to their
daily beauty routine. Many moisturizers now contain adequate
sun protective ingredients at least SPF 15. Chronic sun damage
leads to a myriad of skin problems like precancerious growths
(actinic keratoses), skin cancers, wrinkles, blotchy brown
spots, and texture abnormalities. |
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| WHAT
ABOUT RETINOL,CO-ENZYME-q10, GROWN FACTORS and VITAMINS or other
ingredients? |
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| Many
newer products contain retinol, Co-enzyme Q. or vitamins. A
lot of products are introduced each week with the "latest,
greatest" ingredients. I usually don't recommend products
which don't have a large body of medical literature supporting
their efficancy. |
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| CAN
I USE THESE PRODUCTS & GO OUT IN THE SUN? |
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| Yes,
as long as adequete sun-protection is used. Retinoids and alpha-hydroxys
sometimes may make skin more sensitive and easily sunburned.
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| CAN
I WEAR MAKEUP OVER THESE PRODUCTS? |
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| Yes. |
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| CAN
MEN USE THESE PRODUCTS ALSO? |
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| Yes. |
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| WHAT
ELSE SHOULD I KNOW? |
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| Some
people may be sensitive to certain ingredients and may not be
able to tolerate some of these products due to redness or irritation.
Pregnant women or women considering pregnancy should avoid the
use of retinoids. |
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