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| Normal |
Pores
are medium sized, equal balance of
water and oil, which means this skin
type is naturally well moisturized. |
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| Oily |
Coarse
textured, pores tend to be larger,
and face looks shiny especially in
the T-zone area (across the
forehead, down the nose and
including the chin). Oily skin is
prone to pimples, blackheads, and
white heads, but having breakouts
does not mean you have an oily skin. |
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| Dry |
Skin
may be rough textured, flaky or
tight, and very little or no shiny
areas. Skin may look dull, have
small pores, and becomes chapped
when extremely dry. |
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| Combination |
A
combination of dry and oily areas,
usually oily within the T-zone. The
T-zone extends across the forehead,
down the nose and includes the chin.
A combination skin has dry cheeks
and neck; more people have this skin
type than any other. |
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| Sensitive |
Any
skin type can be classified as
sensitive. Most sensitive skin is
caused by the use of products that
are too harsh for the skin, thus
causing breakouts, irritation,
reddening of the skin, stinging or a
heated sensation. |
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| Mature |
Mature
skin types are not determined by
age, but rather by overexposure to
the elements or inadequate nutrition
resulting in extreme skin imbalance.
Skin usually has poor elasticity,
dull appearance, dryness,
superficial lines, and sun-damage. |
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Get the
Facts; Not Fiction Behind Anti-Aging Products and Their Active Ingredients
Activate the Anti-Aging
Process
Posted by: (SkinStore
05/4/2004)
The aging process begins
when we enter the world and the effects of aging are evident in our bodies
through out our lives. Beginning in our 20's, the signs of aging start
to become noticeable. Genetically programmed chronologic aging causes changes
in collagen and elastin, the connective tissues that supply firmness and
elasticity to the skin. The genetic program of individuals is different,
so the loss of skin firmness and elasticity occurs at different rates and
different times in one individual as compared to another. As skin
becomes less elastic, it also becomes drier and underlying fat padding begins
to disappear. With the loss of underlying support by fat padding and
connective tissues, the skin begins to sag; it appears less supple and
wrinkles form.
Although wrinkles, lines and age spots are formed by the natural effects of
getting older, one way to prevent them from appearing early on in life is to
avoid direct sunlight and use sunscreens with SPFs 15 or higher. And,
although most of us have some form of sun-damaged skin, there are ways to
regain healthy, smooth skin. After many years of research, scientists,
dermatologists and plastic surgeons have discovered that a variety of natural
ingredients and vitamin extracts significantly help slow down and even reverse
the signs of aging skin. These ingredients are now found in many
physician developed and physician recommended anti-aging skin care products,
which are specified below.
Vitamin A (Retinol) - Topical Vitamin A has been suggested to help
build collagen fibers within the skin in addition to its more superficial
exfoliating property. This is the basis for its use in minimizing the
appearance of fine wrinkle lines. Vitamin A or Retinol is the main
ingredient found in TYK Young Again, M.D. Forte, DDF and SkinScience
products.
Vitamin C - Vitamin C or ascorbic acid acts as an antioxidant and is
considered vital in wound healing because it aids in stabilizing collagen.
When applied topically, vitamin C can reduce fine lines and wrinkles and may
lessen the severity of sunburns. This healing ingredient is found in
SkinCeuticals, Cellex C and Obagi Cffectives skin care products.
Vitamin E - Vitamin E is another antioxidant that shows to have
anti-inflammatory effects on the skin. When applied topically, vitamin E has
been shown to improve moisturization, softness and smoothness and also
provides modest photo protection. Vitamin E is found in Cellex C,
Exuviance and MD Forte products.
Alpha Hydroxy Acids (AHAs) - AHAs are designed to smooth fine lines
and surface wrinkles, to improve skin texture and tone, to unblock and cleanse
pores, to improve oily skin or acne, and to improve skin condition in general.
AHAs are the main ingredients found in MD Forte, TYK Young Again, Super Skin
and SkinScience products.
Glycolic Acid - Glycolic acid is the most active and beneficial of the
Alpha-Hydroxy-Acids (AHAs) in skin care. Once inside the cells, the acid
triggers new formations of collagen to plump cells and the ground substances
in the skin to reduce wrinkles on the skin's surface. Glycolic acid is proven
to be very effective in the treatment of acne as well as in cosmetic uses.
Glycolic acid is found in products by Gly Derm, MD Forte, Z. Bigatti and
Super Skin.
N-6 furfuryladenine (kinetin) - The nature-identical plant
growth factor, furfuryladenine, retards the aging of plant cells as well as in
vitro human skin fibroblasts. This natural, anti-aging ingredient has been
proven to reduce wrinkles and fine lines and is exclusively found in Kinerase
creams and lotions. This is a proven alternative for people with sensitive
skin or people who are sensitive to products containing Retinol and Vitamin C.
Copper Peptides ? Copper Peptides are the latest scientific breakthrough in
skin rejuvenation. Copper has been found to naturally firm the skin, enhance
elasticity, and reduce fine lines and wrinkles. Copper is the main ingredient
in products by Neova and Osmotics.
Pal-KTTKS - Pal-KTTKS is an effective ingredient for reducing fine
lines and wrinkles. It's found to promote a smoother, younger complexion
quickly, without with out expensive and painful chemical peels, surgery or
injections. This patented peptide solution is found in StriVectin-SD.
Green Tea Extract - Green tea's anti-inflammatory and anti-growth
qualities are found in many skin care products designed to reduce the
appearance of puffiness, wrinkles, fine lines and large pores. Green Tea
is found in the Dr. Brandt skin care line, Z. Bigatti and Gly Derm products.
TNS - The biotechnology of the skin's natural healing process has
arrived with the first tissue repairing complex containing growth factors
found in normal, healthy skin. Unlike anything else currently on the
market, TNS is the next level of skin rejuvenation that delivers dramatic
results, for smoother, softer, younger looking skin. TNS is found in
SkinMedica's TNS Recovery Complex.
Many customers ask which anti-aging product is best and we always respond
by saying that there is no "best" product. Since every
individual's skin is different, the results of using anti-aging products will
be different as well. We recommend that you consult with a skin care
professional prior to use of any new skin care product to determine your skin
type, skin condition and possible sensitivities to active ingredients. Your
skin care professional may recommend specific products, or you can try a few
on your own based on your consultation. If you are not happy with the
first product you try, try another one. It's important that you choose a
product and skin care regimen that makes you feel 100% comfortable with the
look and feel of your skin.
Customers also inquire about when they should expect to see results from
using anti-aging products. Again, we respond by saying that results will
be different for each individual, generally due to the condition of one's skin
prior to use. However, across the board, we say not to expect a miracle,
as there is no anti-aging product on the market that provides overnight
results. Whether you are trying to reduce the appearance of fine lines,
wrinkles, dark circles, puffiness or age spots, the process is gradual and
takes anywhere from 4 to 8 weeks depending on the severity of your problem
areas. After allowing the products time to take effect as well as following
product directions, you can be sure to notice significant improvement in the
appearance of your skin.
To see the quickest results, you will have to undergo professional
cosmetics procedures. While procedures such as laser treatments,
injections and dermabrasion produce the fastest, most noticeable improvements,
they are all are somewhat painful or uncomfortable and very costly. In
addition, pre and post treatment plans are required to achieve maximum
results, which consist of using skin care products, that are also proven to be
safe, effective, painless and less expensive alternatives to professional
cosmetic procedures.
Please note that with the use of any new skin care product, it is highly
possible that your skin will react to the ingredients. You may
experience irritation, redness, dryness or a mild breakout, which should only
last for the first 3-5 days of use. If you experience any of these
reactions for a longer period of time, please discontinue use and consult a
skin care professional. It is also recommended that prior to using any
new skin care product to consult with a skin care professional.
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