The Three Most Important Skin Care Products

 There are so many options when it comes to skin care, that it can feel overwhelming when trying to decide which product is right for you. With so many different products that perform different functions, you can find yourself with twenty steps in your daily skin care routine. In addition to being frustrating, it can also be very expensive.
Ever wonder if there are “key” products that will give you the most bang for your buck? While there are different skin types, and not everyone can use the same products, there are three “core” products that most people can benefit from. At least two of the three can be used by all skin types.
Topical antioxidant serums such as SkinCeuticals CE Ferulic serum, are applied first thing in the morning, after the face has been cleansed. Topical antioxidants, just like when taken internally, protect the skin’s cells from aging and mutation caused by pollutants and free radicals in the environment. Once applied, they should be allowed to absorb into the skin for a few minutes before applying the moisturizer of your choice.
The next “key” product that people of all ages should be using, is a sun protection lotion. We cannot stress the importance of this enough. Look for a sunscreen with “broad spectrum” protection, like Elta MD UV Shield with SPF 45. Broad spectrum sunscreens will give you protection from both the UVB rays that cause sunburn, and UVA rays that cause accelerated aging. An SPF 30 or higher is recommended for daily use. When exercising or engaging in water activities, a longer lasting “sport” sunscreen may have better staying power.  You should reapply every couple of hours to maintain all day protection. Sunforgettable Mineral Powder SPF 50 is perfect for touch ups throughout the day, and is a favorite among our patients.
For people in their twenties and older, retinol creams like Advanced Radical Night Repair from ZO Skin Health by Dr. Obagi, stimulating the production of collagen and elastin. Collagen and elastin are the core building blocks of healthy skin. With repeated use, you will notice a dramatic reduction of wrinkles and lines, firmer, supple and elastic skin.
Additional products can be added to address specific issues like hyper-pigmentation, redness, and acne. With a consultation, we will be able to assess your skin type, and get you started on a skin care regimen that will give you maximum benefits, and healthy skin!
Please call 661-257-8400 to schedule your complimentary consultation with our skin care specialist.