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The only anti-aging serum you need

SkinMedica TNS Essential Serum tackles all of your aging concerns with just one product.

If you're concerned about aging, blame Father Time, the sun and your parents. While two out of the three are beyond our control, the combination of these factors is responsible for an overwhelming majority of skin issues that arise with age. While some may turn to medical treatments or surgery to repair the symptoms of aging, skin care is the only way to restore your skin to a more youthful state, and in turn improve its appearance for the long run.

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A clear, radiant complexion at any age

SkinMedica’s anti-acne arsenal relies on key ingredients that have been proven to banish breakouts

Hormonal fluctuations, stress, and genetics are among the main culprits behind breakouts. The key to treating and preventing blemishes is consistent use of anti-acne active ingredients that are strong enough to stop the breakout cycle, yet gentle enough to not cause additional redness and irritation. The SkinMedica skin-care range features 4 such products that work synergistically to stop acne at the source.

The first step in maintaining clear,…

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Adult acne treatments with anti-aging benefits

As any aesthetic physician knows, acne can be an issue for patients ranging from their 20s through their 60s. But in contrast to teenage acne, adult acne poses unique challenges in terms of treatment due to differences between teenage and adult skin.

Regardless of age, all acne is caused by hormonal fluctuations. For teens, acne appears as hormones begin to surge and stimulate the oil glands. In adult women, acne outbreaks are associated with the hormonal changes associated with monthly menstrual cycles and the onset of menopause, which also impact oil production…

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What makes the skin around the eyes so fragile and vulnerable to the aging process?

You may have noticed that the first signs of aging are typically seen around the eye in the appearance of fine lines, wrinkles, dark circles and even puffiness.

Here are a few reasons:

  • Skin thickness: Skin varies in thickness depending on the location of the body. The thinnest skin is on the eyelids (0.05 mm thick) and the thickest skin is on the palms and the soles of the feet (1.5 mm thick). As we age, skin loses its elasticity and becomes even thinner due to a natural decrease in collagen production.
  • The amount of oil glands:

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A clear, radiant complexion at any age

SkinMedica’s anti-acne arsenal relies on key ingredients that have been proven to banish breakouts

Hormonal fluctuations, stress, and genetics are among the main culprits behind breakouts. The key to treating and preventing blemishes is consistent use of anti-acne active ingredients that are strong enough to stop the breakout cycle, yet gentle enough to not cause additional redness and irritation. The SkinMedica skin-care range features 4 such products that work synergistically to stop acne at the source.

The first step in maintaining clear,…

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Good Morning America: Summer Safety Tips

"Skin cancer is now the most common form of cancer in the United States. One in five people will develop skin cancers over the course of their lives, which means it's more important than ever to protect yourself from the sun", says Dermatologist Jeanine Downie.

Dr. Downie tells you how our Environmental Defense Sunscreen™ SPF 50+ can help you avoid the sun's harmful rays.

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Utilizing a skin care regimen post facial surgery

The Iowa-based plastic surgeon discusses the importance of utilizing a skin care regimen to maintain beautiful skin post facial surgery.

Deciding to undergo facial plastic surgery is an investment; however, investing in a skin care regimen prior to and after facial surgery is equally as important to preserving the goal that was achieved.

Incorporating a skin care regimen before or after any facial reconstructive surgery will help to speed the recovery process and enhance the results of the surgery while maintaining healthy, youthful looking skin for the long…

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Chemical peels offer minimally-invasive solution to facial rejuvenation for all skin types

The words "chemical peel" could make those unfamiliar with the procedure's benefits anxious; however, chemical peels are really just a form of exfoliation, a minimally-invasive and essential component of facial rejuvenation. Chemical peels optimize skin health and are beneficial for all skin types, skin colors and ages.

Peels help remove damaged outer layers allowing a fresh, new layer of skin cells to naturally emerge. This results in both a renewing and therapeutic experience for the patient. If this renewal process could be achieved for every organ in the body,…

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Human growth factors and Vitamin C — A powerful duo for younger skin

SkinMedica Offers Age-Defying Skin Care with TNS Recovery Complex® and Vitamin C+E Complex

As spring gives way to summer sunshine, increased UV exposure as well as humidity and perspiration can wreak havoc on the skin, exposing signs of aging that were quietly hibernating during the winter and early spring months.

Two key ingredients responsible for promoting youthful,…

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What are the anti-aging benefits of using topical antioxidants with retinol?

Our skin - the largest organ in the body - performs many important physiological functions and is particularly susceptible to free radical damage. Skin acts as the primary barrier against fluid loss and environmental abuse, and is constantly exposed to ultra-violet (UV) light and other oxidative stressors. This free radical damage causes wrinkles, loss of skin tone and elasticity, hyperpigmentation and aging. The face, neck, décolleté and hands are the most exposed and vulnerable parts of the body. Therefore, they require additional, targeted antioxidant…

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