It is common knowledge that different people can get very different results with the same product. Experts usually explain this fact by variations in individual body chemistry. Sometimes it is indeed true. However, quite often the truth is far simpler. Different people often get different results because they apply skin care products differently. Keep in mind that lack of results does not necessarily mean that you are applying your skin care incorrectly. Quite a few products don’t work whether you apply them correctly or not. Many products work for some people but not for others even if applied correctly. Still, it is quite common that a product fails to work due to incorrect application.
Let us take a look why and how the method of application makes a difference. In essence, a topical skin care product, such as a skin cream, gel or lotion, is a mixture of chemicals. Some of these chemicals are active ingredients (natural or synthetic substances responsible for biological action of the product), while the rest are inactive ingredients (substances that help protect and deliver active ingredients). Ultimately, the effectiveness of the product depends on whether (1) active ingredients work, and (2) whether they penetrate into your skin deeply enough and in sufficient amounts. The former depends on your choice of a product, and the latter — at least in part — on how you apply it. Skin is a dynamic system whose condition and properties depend on temperature, hydration, environment and other factors. Therefore, the skins ability to absorb topically chemicals can vary greatly. Many of the products you buy at a department store simply will do nothing for you skin itself. You are most likely paying for a name or a lower strength version of a medical product.
This is the reason why at Renaissance Clinique we use Alpha Hydroxy Acids. It works mainly as an exfoliant. They cause the cells of the epidermis to become “unglued” allowing the dead skin cells to slough off, making room for regrowth of new skin. Alpha Hydroxy Acids even stimulate the production of collagen and elastin. Alpha Hydroxy Acids are proven to improve wrinkling, roughness, and mottled pigmentation of photodamaged skin after months of daily application. Therefore as a clinique we highly recommend NeoStrata & Dermaceutic product lines. These products are medical proven to work and do not cost a fortune to buy. Most important as summer approaches, do not forget to wear your sunscreen. Just like it always is with any medical challenge prevention is always preferable to looking for a cure. The best advice is to remember if you treat your skin well today it will take care of you when you get older.
