Beauty Solutions: Hyperpigmentation Treatment

Good News! Hyperpigmentation is treatable! Hyperpigmentation occurs when patches of skin become darker than the normal surrounding skin due to an excess of melanin resulting in a rough and uneven skintone. Reduce the appearance of discoloration by using effective treatment products and sunscreen to brighten the skin.


Cosmedicine's Medi-morphosis Self-Adjusting Exfoliator contains stop-action crystals that dissolve when they hit healthy skin for zero irritation. Medi-morphosis also delivers personalized, professional results usually found in a doctor's office. It's great for even the most sensitive skin.


· Stop-action crystals that dissolve when they hit healthy skin;
· Leaves skin smoother, brighter, more luminous.
· Helps fade hyperpigmentation and age spots.
· Prevents over-exfoliation - zero irritation.
· Measurable Results - Clinical Trials Found: 12% immediate reduction in pore size.
· Zero irritation or sensitivity among the 217 subjects tested.


Directions
Two or three times a week, massage a nickel-size amount of product over wet or dry face after cleansing (use larger amount if using on dry skin) until all the exfoliants dissolve and you no longer feel crystals. Rinse thoroughly with warm water. Do not use on active breakouts. May be used on lips, décolleté and back of hands.

You can purchase a 3.4 oz tube for only $38 at SkinCareRX.com.

Beauty Solutions: Dry Skin Treatment

Thirsty skin? If your skin feels tight, dull or dry and fine line and wrinkles are visible; your skin is likely dehydrated. Skin dryness can be caused by a variety of conditions, such as environmental or medical, and can be treated with hydrating products to quench thirsty skin and restore moisture.

Try an ultra-rich phytonutrient moisturizer designed to combat dry skin such as Dermalogica’s Intensive Moisture Balance cream. Stabilized Vitamin C helps to smooth the appearance of dry lines and skin damage, leaving skin soft and supple. Antioxidant enzyme Superoxide Dismutase, vitamins A and E, and Ginkgo help shield against damage caused by environmental assaults. Soothing Coneflower and Hydrocotyl, combined with extracts of Grape Seed and Wild Yam, help reduce the signs of prematurely-aging skin, leaving it smooth and firmer-looking. Contains no artificial fragrance or color.

how it works:
· Vitamin A helps smooth the appearance of fine lines.
· Vitamins C and E, with Ginkgo Biloba, help prevent daily damage caused by free radicals.
· Coneflower and Hydrocotyl, combined with botanical extracts of Grape Seed and Wild Yam, help repair prematurely-aging skin.

Directions
After cleansing with the appropriate ">Dermalogica cleanser, squeeze a small amount onto fingertips and apply to entire face and neck area, may be used for day and night use.

You can purchase a 3.4 oz bottle for only $56 or a 1.7 oz. bottle for $39 at Ulta.com.

Beauty Solutions: How to Buy Facial Moisturizer

Dermatologists agree: A twice daily dose of moisturizer can make your skin look supple, feel soft, and prevent fine lines and wrinkles. But with so many moisturizers doing double duty-hydrating and treating your skin-it's easy to miss what's right for your face's needs. Thankfully, you can save your skin and sanity with these tips. Read on to find the perfect moisturizer to give your skin a radiant, healthy glow 24/7:

TEXTURE: Most moisturizers usually come in these forms: a lotion, a gel or cream. What you need depends on your skin type and preference. If you're oily, then you'll want a lotion that doesn't clog pores or feel greasy. If you're very dry, you'll want a cream that sinks into skin and feels hydrating going on.


FORMULA: The formula you choose is based on your skin type and most moisturizers are labeled that way. Dry? Look for a moisturizer that specifically targets your thirsty skin, usually packed with richer, hydrating ingredients than a formula for normal types. Oily? Focus on an oil-free, noncomedogenic or matte formula that simply adds a touch of hydration without extra oil. Normal? You can try almost any formula just make sure it's not too rich, which can cause pimples.


TREATMENT: Some moisturizers are overachievers; not only do they hydrate, but they also contain special ingredients like peptides and extracts to combat sagging skin, firm up wrinkles and lines, or brighten a dull tone. Some are backed by scientific research or a dermatologist's endorsement. Zero in on your skin's concerns and look at the moisturizer's claims before you make the decision to buy it. Then give it a whirl for at least a month to see significant results.

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