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Skin Care Products<\/h1>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

Retinoids\/Retinols\/Tretinoins\u00a0\"\"<\/h2>\n

If you are concerned with sun damage, uneven pigmentation, wrinkles, fine lines or acne, consider adding a retinoid product to your routine.<\/p>\n

What is a retinoid?<\/strong><\/div>\n
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The term describes vitamin A derivatives that unclog pores, boost collagen to reduce fine lines, and speed cell turnover to even out discoloration and smooth the skin – sometimes in as little as four weeks.<\/p>\n

Retinoids, and their over-the-counter cousin, retinols, can improve skin texture and fade dark spots and freckles<\/strong> because it causes skin cells to turn over more rapidly. It shrinks dilated pores and improves cell turnover within the pores so they are less likely to clog and become blackheads and whiteheads<\/strong>. But what has earned Retin-A its long-held reputation is its ability to affect the retention and regeneration of collagen<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

Collagen is what gives skin its structure, firmness, and elasticity. Repeated sun exposure breaks down collagen and, with age, cells produce less and less collagen to repair the damage. Skin wrinkles, sags, and loses fullness.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

Vitamin C Serums\"\"<\/h2>\n

Vitamin C is critical for your body and, among other things, plays an important role in maintaining healthy, resilient skin.<\/p>\n

One of the most powerful functions of Vitamin C is its role in the production of collagen<\/strong>, a protein that gives your skin its elasticity and youthful appearance\u00a0 Aging skin naturally loses this nutrient over time.<\/strong><\/p>\n

Adding a Vitamin C serum can help to counteract wrinkle formation<\/strong> by increasing collagen production.<\/p>\n

Age spots (hyperpigmentation) are essentially sun damage, and vitamin C is a powerful antioxidant, shown to reduce the number of sunburned cells as well as reverse age-related damage to skin. While it’s not a replacement for sunscreen, vitamin C protects against and may repair UV damage like discoloration and fine lines<\/strong>.<\/div>\n
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The length of time from when you start using vitamin C until you see results varies with each person. While some people see changes as soon as 2-4 weeks, it may take others 6-8 weeks to see a difference. After around 6 months, you’ll reach the maximum benefits.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>

Obagi Medical Product Line<\/h2>\n

The Palmetto Skin & Laser Center is please to offer Obagi Medical anti-aging products. Obagi System skin care products are prescription strength products that work at the cellular level to improve the skin cell function and correct the damage within.<\/p>\n

Obagi Nu-Derm System<\/h3>\n

The Obagi Nu-Derm System is an anti-aging therapy that penetrates below the skin\u2019s surface to transform skin cell functions at the cellular level and correct the damage within… revealing healthy, younger-looking skin.<\/p>\n

How quickly will I see results when using the Nu-Derm System?<\/strong><\/p>\n

Your individual prescribed protocol and frequency of use should be determined by your skin care professional, but you can typically expect visible improvements in 4 to 6 weeks.<\/em><\/p>\n

What can I expect while using the Nu-Derm System?<\/strong><\/p>\n

You will likely experience 4 phases of transformation.<\/em><\/p>\n

Why is the Nu-Derm System sold exclusively by physicians?<\/strong><\/p>\n

The Nu-Derm System contains prescription-strength formulations that can be sold only through a licensed physician, such as a dermatologist or plastic surgeon.<\/em><\/p>\n

What is the difference between the Nu-Derm System and products purchased from department stores, drug stores, infomercials, etc?<\/strong><\/p>\n

The products in the Nu-Derm System are clinically proven, prescription-strength ingredients that work at the cellular level to improve your skin cell function. Products purchased from a retail store are cosmetic-based products that do not contain prescription-strength ingredients.<\/em><\/p>\n

Obagi Sunfader<\/h3>\n

The Obagi Nu-Derm Sunfader is a skin lightener and sunscreen lotion all in one. It contains 4% hydroquinone which helps reduce and diminish dark spots, sun spots, freckles, hyper-pigmentation and discoloration for a more even and toned complexion.<\/p>\n

The Obagi Nu-Derm Sunfader SPF 15 also doubles as a sunscreen with an SPF 15 for added protection against damaging and harmful free radicals present in the environment. With the sunscreen protection, the layers of the skin are protected from further sunspots and dark spots from forming, while the hydroquinone reduces and fades the existing spots. This dual-action combination delivers the best results for a smooth, even, radiant looking skin.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>

Uses for Skin Care Products<\/h4><\/div>