The Ugly Truth About Aging: What It Takes To Prevent It

a. The use of a Growth Factor Serum signals various mechanisms in the skin to repair cellular damage and stimulate the induction of collagen and elastin production. There are several different types of growth factors offered within the world of skincare, such as plant growth factor and human growth factor. Using a medical grade growth factor product that contains human growth factor typically offers the best result due to the human to human cell communication that occurs when the product is applied to the skin.

b. Our favorite Growth Factor products are the SkinMedica TNS Advanced+ Serum and SkinMedica TNS Recovery Complex.

c. Purchase a SkinMedica Growth Factor Serum

a. Using a product that contains a retinoid, such as a Tretinoin or Retinol, treats various skincare concerns in relation to cellular function within the skin. Primarily, a retinoid is known to treat signs of aging and acne. Both Tretinoin and Retinol are topical products derived from Vitamin A. It promotes skin health by replacing your old skin cells with new skin cells due to increasing their turnover rate. It also will contribute to treating clogged pores and excessive oil within the skin.

b. It is very important to consider the quality of the retinoid you choose when selecting a product. Many products that are marketed as Retinol or Retinoids within retail stores do not contain pure retinoic acid or adequate percentages of retinoic acid to promote cell turnover. A product containing retinoic acid should appear yellow or off-white in color. Retinol in its purest form is yellow, and can quickly lose patency in the product formulation process. This commonly happens with non-medical grade or non-prescription strength retinoids.

c. It is important to start using a low strength retinol and to work your way up for maximum effectiveness. Our favorite is SkinMedica’s Retinol Complex 0.25%. I suggest starting with using the product 2-3 times a week and gradually increasing the frequency until you are able to tolerate using it daily. Once that point is reached, it is then an appropriate time to increase the strength of the retinoid to a 0.50%.

d. Purchase SkinMedica Retinol Complex 0.25%

a. Antioxidants are found in a variety of different skincare products. Antioxidants benefit the skin by preventing or slowing down the process of aging and cellular damage. They can protect the skin cells from free radicals, pollutants in the air, photo-induced aging, and inflammatory reactions. The use of antioxidants in skincare products help us to maintain a glowing, smooth, and bright complexion.

b. Commonly used antioxidants in skincare include Vitamin A, Vitamin C, and Vitamin E. It is important to see a skincare professional to decide which antioxidant is best for your skin type.

c. Some of our best selling targeted antioxidants are Zo Skin Health’s Daily Power Defense, Illuminating Aox, and 10% Self Activating Vitamin C or SkinMedica’s HA5 and Lumivive System.

d. Purchase a Zo Skin Health Antioxidant

e. Purchase a SkinMedica Antioxidant

a. Microneedling Treatments work by creating thousands of micro injuries in the skin, which then stimulate the body’s natural wound healing process. When this process begins, growth factors are released which results in boosting production of collagen and elastin. There are many options available for microneedling treatments.

b. Microneedling Options Offered at RevitalyzeMD

a. Biostimulatory Injectables offer an immediate, short-term plumping effect post treatment; however, the primary goal is to stimulate your body to produce its own collagen, providing long lasting fullness and skin rejuvenation benefits.

b. Biostimulatory Injectable Options Offered at RevitalyzeMD