March 8, 2010
 Dr. Obagi has been on the forefront of skin care for decades. Now he brings his knowledge and experience to the new Obagi CLENZIderm M.D. acne line. Acne is one of the most frustrating conditions people deal with. Most people try many different products with little or no results. Worse, untreated acne can lead to life-long scarring on the face. Finding an acne skin care line that works seems impossible.
So what’s different about this line? Interestingly, it’s not the ingredients but the delivery system that is revolutionary. Benzoyl peroxide has been proven to kill the p. acnes bacteria, which caused breakouts. The reason it hasn’t been very effective is the size of the molecule used. The benzoyl peroxide can’t penetrate and just sits on top of the skin. Clenziderm molecules are 1/10,000th the size of any other benzoyl peroxide treatment! The liquefied benzoyl peroxide penetrated deep into the follicle kills acne at its root.
Use of this acne therapeutic system will show a 52% reduction in acne lesions in just two weeks. By using this system, you’re getting significant improvement in a small amount of time. This can be especially important for teenagers who want to see immediate results. There are two Clenziderm systems, one for oily and one for dry skin. With Clenziderm you can have clearer skin in no time!
February 22, 2010
 Most everyone has heard about Retin A and retinols. Dermatologists routinely prescribe it and over the counter skin care products claim to use it as an ingredient. How does this product work? What is the difference between Retin A and retinols? Is it safe to use? Can it really be the miracle cream that people say it is? Retin A, also known as tretinoin or retinoic acid, is a derivative of Vitamin A. Retinoic acid is the active ingredient in prescription strength retinols. Retinols are also derived from Vitamin A but are about 20% weaker than Retin A. Retinols are found in over the counter or OTC products. Retin A can only be obtained with a prescription from a doctor.
OTC retinol products are weaker and therefore you can’t expect the same results you would get from prescription Retin A. Retinols actually need to be converted by enzymes to be active. This can be an uncertain process. Retinols also degrade when exposed to air, so they lose even more effectiveness. Some people use OTC retinols to avoid irritation and skin reaction. Irritation is still possible with OTC retinols but generally will be less than with Retin A. Retinols may be an option for those with sensitive skin or certain skin conditions. It’s also possible that a lower strength of Retin A would be tolerated. You can get benefits from these products, but not at the level prescription Retin A provides.
Retin A was originally prescribed strictly for acne patients. One of the things Retin A does is to unplug follicles. The follicle is always plugged when you have a breakout. Retin A is excellent at breaking down the dead skin cells in the blockage and causing the skin to shed them at a faster rate. One of the things dermatologists noticed in long-term Retin A users was that they seemed to be aging less than other patients. Eventually, Retin A was F.D.A. approved to treat sun damaged skin.
The list of benefits from Retin A is a long one. Retin A speeds up cellular turnover and the exfoliation process. There are many benefits to this. It can lift pigmentation on the skin, reveal a brighter, more radiant complexion, and reduce fine lines. Skin cells act younger and healthier. Skin is smoother and more even toned. Retin A thins the stratum corneum or epidermis which is made up of dead, dull skin cells. By thinning this dulling layer, you reveal younger looking skin. It used to be thought that Retin A thinned the skin overall, which could have resulted in more delicate, easily wrinkled skin. Research has shown that this is not the case. Retin A actually thickens the underlying skin layers, making skin plumper and more youthful.
Whether you choose retinols or Retin A, you will be giving you’re skin the most proven, effective anti-aging product on the market.
February 17, 2010
 IS Clinical has three travel sets targeted for your specific skin care needs. Choose from IS Clinical’s Anti-Aging, Acne, or Hyperpigmentation Signature Kits. Each one is packaged in a stylish silver train case so you can keep up with your skin care wherever you are.
The Hyperpigmentation kit contains SkinMedica’s Cleansing Complex, Super Serum Advance, Active Serum, and SPF 25 Treatment Sunscreen. The Cleansing Complex has glycolic and salicylic acids which help to gently resurface the skin, revealing brighter, smoother skin. SkinMedica’s Super Serum Advance contains kojic acid and arbutin to lighten pigmentation as well as Vitamin C and Zinc Sulfate which are powerful antioxidants. Active Serum is used at night for dramatic improvement in skin appearance. Four different acids turn over skin cells faster to lift pigment. Finish with SPF 25 Treatment Sunscreen for protection.
The Acne Signature contains the Cleansing Complex, as well as Active Serum and SPF 25. In addition to Active’s lightening effects, the acids help keep acne under control. Hydrocool Serum is used to cool and calm the skin while healing.
The Anti-Aging Kit has the Cleansing Complex, Active Serum, and SPF 25, but adds Youth Complex. This cream immediately plumps and fills in lines, while amino acids and peptides repair and rebuild the skin structure over the long term. IS Clinical brings you pure, powerful ingredients in a ready to go case.
January 14, 2010
 Obagi ClenziDerm MD Acne Kit Dr. Obagi, creator of the Obagi skincare line, has been at the forefront of skin care research for decades. Now he brings his knowledge and experience to the new Obagi CLENZIderm MD Acne Remedy.
Acne is one of the most frustrating conditions people deal with. Most people try many different products with little or no results while searching for an acne “cure.” Worse, un-treated acne can lead to life-long scarring on the face. Finding an acne skincare line that works has seemed impossible, until now!
So what’s different about the Obagi skincare line? Interestingly, it’s not that ingredients, but the delivery system that is revolutionary. There are three distinct causes of acne p. bacteria. First, dead skin cell build-up, second clogged follicles, and third excess oil production.
Benzoyl peroxide has been proven to kill the p. acne bacteria, which causes acne breakouts. The reason it hasn’t been very effective in most skincare products is the size of the molecule used. Benzoyl Peroxide simply can’t penetrate the bacteria and just sits on top of the skin. Obagi CLENZIderm Benzoyl Peroxide molecules are 1/10,000th the size of any other Benzoyl Peroxide treatment!
Obagi’s liquefied Benzoyl Peroxide penetrates deep into the skin’s follicle and kills the bacteria that causes acne at its root. It is clinically proven to work more effectively than the leading prescription Benzoyl Peroxide products. Obagi CLENZIderm MD uses a simple three-step system so even teenagers will stick to a skin care routine.
Use of this therapeutic Obagi acne system causes a 52% reduction in acne lesions in just two weeks. You get significant improvement in a small amount of time. This can be especially important for those who want to see immediate results when they try a new acne treatment.
Besides the scarring acne leaves behind, acne can also leaves dark spots or hyper pigmentation. Often, these spots will take months to fade. Obagi CLENZIderm MD is designed for use with other Obagi products to treat hyperpigmentation as well as acne. The Obagi Nu-Derm system can be combined with CLENZIderm MD to control acne while lightening dark and red spots while giving your skin an even glowing appearance.
Obagi CLENZIderm MD comes in two different formulations. There is a kit for normal to oily skin and one for normal to dry skin. It is possible to have dry or sensitive skin and still have acne break outs. The normal to dry kit has all the same acne-fighting ingredients but also uses a gentle cleanser and a therapeutic moisturizer. The moisturizer not only rehydrates the skin, but also soothes and calms it. No matter what your skin type, Obagi CLENZIderm MD will keep your acne under control.
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