Spring is almost here! As peel season is coming to an end, we are all searching for a gentle yet effective treatment to help us maintain healthy radiance for the spring and summer. If you are concerned with age prevention, addressing sun damage, refining skin texture, reducing the appearance of pores, and decongesting the skin, then book our March Spotlight Facial: Basic + Intense Line Defense (featuring Dr. Dennis Gross Skincare). Let’s dive deep into the science behind Dr. Dennis Gross’s proprietary Phyto-Retinol Blend and discover WHY it’s not only powerful but effective. We will also talk about the root causes of the skin conditions mentioned above and who would benefit the most from this treatment. Let’s get into it!
What causes skin conditions?
Sun Damage & Dark Spots: Overexposure to sunlight can lead to hyperpigmentation, often resulting in dark spots. These occur when melanin production is triggered in response to UV rays. The Phyto-Retinol Blend works to inhibit melanin production and promote skin turnover, gradually lightening these spots.
Rough Textured Skin: This condition can often be attributed to a buildup of dead skin cells, lack of hydration, or extended periods of sun exposure. The retinol component in the treatment encourages exfoliation, resulting in smoother skin texture.
Loss of Luminosity: As we age, natural skin cell turnover slows down. This can lead to a dull complexion. The gentle retinol encourages the skin to renew and refresh itself, allowing for a more luminous appearance.
Fine Lines & Wrinkles: Collagen and elastin fibers in our skin diminish over time, leading to the formation of fine lines and wrinkles. The Phyto-Retinol Blend stimulates collagen production, helping to plump the skin and reduce the appearance of these signs of aging.
Congested Pores: Blackheads and whiteheads form when pores become clogged with excess oil and dead skin cells. The retinol and additional ingredients in the treatment help decongest pores, promoting clearer skin.
Skin Barrier Repair: A compromised skin barrier can lead to moisture loss, sensitivity, and irritation. The ingredients in the Phyto-Retinol Blend help to reinforce and restore the skin barrier for improved resilience.
The Power of Phyto-Retinol Ingredients
Now, let’s break down the key ingredients in the Dr. Dennis Gross Phyto-Retinol Blend and their impactful roles:
Retinol: “Vitamin A” is known as the gold standard in anti-aging skincare, retinol accelerates cell turnover, reduces fine lines, and unclogs pores. It encourages the skin to shed its outer layer, revealing fresher, smoother skin underneath. With long term use, retinol can help to thicken the top stratum corneum layer of the skin to prevent an impaired skin barrier.
Bakuchiol: Often referred to as a natural alternative to retinol, bakuchiol provides similar benefits but is gentler on the skin. It offers antioxidant properties, reduces the appearance of fine lines, and helps improve skin texture without the irritation sometimes associated with retinol. Bakuchiol’s effectiveness has been widely researched. It’s been found that when bakuchiol is paired with retinol they synergistically work together to produce a significant amount of collagen and elastin in the skin. Because retinoids can often cause sensitivity in the skin during the initial adjustment period, bakuchiol works to tone down inflammation and shortens the retinol adjustment period length.
Rambutan: This is a fruit extract known to be another natural alternative to retinol AND offers antioxidant protection similar to Vitamin C. It enhances the skin’s moisture levels by creating a moisture-locking system to fight against environmental changes, gently exfoliates the skin, and pairs well with retinol and bakuchiol. It’s easily tolerated making it a great ingredient for sensitive or reactive skin types.
Ferulic Acid: A powerful antioxidant, ferulic acid helps stabilize other vitamins and boosts their efficacy. It protects the skin from environmental damage, enhances the effects of retinol and bakuchiol, repairs damaged skin cells, and contributes to reducing visible signs of aging. Ferulic acid is naturally found in plant cell walls, usually in the seeds and leaves of plants such as grapes, apples, artichokes, tomatoes, and spinach to name a few and it helps protect plant cells from damage caused by UV rays, droughts, and other stressful environmental conditions.
Who would benefit from the Intense Line Defense Treatment?
Our March Spotlight Facial: Basic + Intense Line Defense delivers visible results while being gentle enough for all skin types, especially more mature skin that is struggling with dryness, crepey skin, and dehydration. For optimal results it’s advised that you come in for this treatment 3 times, every 4 weeks, over the course of 90 days. To maintain your results post treatment we recommend incorporating a retinol serum and/or moisturizer into your nightly routine. We carry a wide variety of Dr. Dennis Gross retinol+ferulic products at SkinQ and can recommend the right retinol product for you based on your skincare goals.
Happy spring!
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