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Great skin begins with good home care AND the right skin care products. At Raya MedSpa, we understand that navigating your way through the field of cosmetics is an often confusing and fruitless process. To highlight this fact, consider that a recent National Dermatology Survey found that greater than 70% of American women were uncertain about their individual skin type and which products were best for their skin. With this in mind, our skin care experts have compiled a list of the TEN ESSENTIAL SKIN CARE PRODUCTS and/or ingredients that you need to own.
Ten Essential Skin Care Products
That Everyone Should Own |
01 - Cleanser
CLEANS YOUR SKIN WITHOUT DRYING OR IRRITATING
Bar soap is too drying. Instead, choose a gentle, non-irritating and non-drying cleanser that is right for your individual skin type. As a general rule,
WE RECOMMEND:
Skinceuticals® Gentle Cleanser - $28.00
Obagi® Foaming Gel Cleanser - $36.00
02 - Toner
RESTORES ph AND HELPS PRODUCT PENETRATION
The use of toner is more important than most of us think. Toner helps remove acne-causing bacteria and makeup products from the skin. Toner also restores the skin to its normal ph range thereby enhancing the effectiveness and penetration of additional products.
WE RECOMMEND:
PCA® Nutrient toner - $32.00
Obagi® Toner - $36.00
03 - Sun Protection
SHEILDS AGAINST UV DAMAGE AND PREMATURE AGING
The skin's biggest enemy is the sun. Everyone needs to use SPF (sun protection factor) everyday---period. Sun exposure without adequate protection prematurely ages your skin and is responsible for many of the visible signs of aging. The best new sun protection products are light-weight, non-greasy and contain moisturizer as well. Make certain you choose Broad Spectrum sunscreen products, which help block out both UVA and UVB rays.
WE RECOMMEND:
PCA® Phaze 6+ Protecting Hydrator with SPF 25 - $30.00
PCA® Phaze 7 Protecting Hydrator with SPF 25 - $30.00
Obagi® Healthy Skin Protection SPF 35 - $44.00
04 - Exfoliants
PREVENTS DEAD CELL BUILD-UP
An exfoliant is any product that helps LIFT the dull and damaged cells from the skin’s surface to prevent dead-cell build-up. Exfoliating your skin on a regular basis helps maintain a healthy glow, prevents pore clogging and acne formation. The most common forms of skin care exfoliants are the hydroxy-acid family of products and the grainy facial scrub forms.
- Alpha-hydroxy acids - Best for normal to dry skin types. Apply to the skin and leave. The most common forms are Glycolic and Lactic acids.
- Beta-hydroxy acids - Best for oily to acneic skin types. Beta-hydroxy acids penetrate into the pore and help correct bacteria build-up. Most common form is Salicylic acid.
- Facial Scrub - When applied gently with your fingertips, these small grainy beads help to mechanically remove the dead skin cells from the surface.
WE RECOMMEND:
Obagi® Exfoderm Forte - $62.00
Paula's Choice® 2% Beta Hydroxy Acid Gel - $14.95
PCA® - Gentle Exfoliant - $22.00
05 - Retinoids
INCREASES SKIN CELL TURNOVER RATE
Retinoids are a "DOCTOR'S MUST-HAVE" in the fight against aging skin. Retinoids are derivatives of Vitamin-A. Retinoids work to resurface the skin by increasing cellular turnover and stimulating growth within the epidermal layers. With regular use of retinoids, enlarged pores, wrinkles and uneven skin tone can become increasingly less noticeable as new, fresh skin cells rise to the surface. There are two main forms of Retinoids: ONE - Tretinoin: which is a prescription strength product (AKA: Retin-A) and TWO: Retinol: which is a "watered-down" version of Tretinoin made from plant derivatives. Retinol is NOT a prescription product. Retinoids should NOT be used by pregnant or breast feeding women.
WE RECOMMEND:
Obagi® Tretinoin: 0.05% - $59.00
Obagi® Tretinoin: 0.1% - $67.00
Skinceuticals® 1% Retinol - $48.00
*Note: A health history and consultation are required before use of Obagi® prescription strength Tretinoin products.
06 - Vitamin C
COLLAGEN BOOSTER AND ANTIOXIDANT
Vitamin C topicals are a must-have in any anti-aging regimen. Backed by years of research, Vitamin C has proven itself to be a powerful antioxidant that prevents collagen breakdown and protects against free-radical damage to the skin.
*Note: Oral use of Vitamin C does not replace topical use of a Vitamin C serum when it comes to benefiting the skin.
WE RECOMMEND:
Obagi® Professional-C Serum 10% - $65.00
Obagi® Professional-C Serum 15% - $79.00
Skinceuticals® CE-Ferulic - $135.00
07 - Eye Cream
HELPS REDUCE FINE LINES AROUND THE EYES
There are a plethora of eye creams and serums on the market and very few of them actually produce visible, lasting results. We have found one that does, and we have Before and After pictures to prove it. Recent independent research has shown that a mixture of copper and zinc are very beneficial for the skin especially for the reduction of facial fine lines. The Obagi® Elastiderm eye cream contains a proprietary blend of micronized copper, zinc-malonate. It is an excellent product for reducing the appearance of fine lines on the upper and lower eyelid area.
WE RECOMMEND:
Obagi® Elastiderm Eye Cream - $95.00
08- Acne Products
KILLS P. ACNES BACTERIA AND IMPROVES PORE FUNCTION
Over the years many new acne products have flooded the market. If you carefully read the ingredient lists, you will almost always find two of the same active ingredients. Benzoyl peroxide (5% BPO) and Salicylic acid (1% or 2%). Backed by years of research, these two active ingredients have proven effective at killing the p.acnes bacteria and for positively effecting pore shape and function. The Obagi Clenziderm system contains 5% micronized BPO and a salicylic acid facial wash and spot treatment.
WE RECOMMEND:
Obagi® Clenziderm System - $130.00
(Kit is a three part step-by-step system)
09 - Skin Lightening Cream
ERASES BROWN PIGMENT FROM YOU SKIN
Hydroquinone is the most well-known and researched skin lightening cream on the market today. Hydroquinone works by putting the color-producing cells of your skin to sleep. In other words, it suppresses 'melanin' function. It is available in 2% (non-prescription) and 4% (prescription) strength formulations. Use of Hydroquinone to fade brown spots is most effective when combined with an exfoliation product and the use of Retinoids.
WE RECOMMEND:
Obagi Clear (4% Hydroquinone) - $91.00
10 - Moisturizer
HYDRATES AND REJUVENATES YOUR SKIN
Moisturizers are are important part of skin care maintenance especially for dry skin types and the winter months.
- Cream-based moisturizers are best for normal to dry skin types.
- Gel-based moisturizers are best for normal to oily and acne-prone skin types.
WE RECOMMEND:
Skinceuticals® Daily Moisture - $50.00
Paula's Choice® Hydrating Treatment Cream - $14.95
Paula's Choice® Skin Balancing Moisture Gel - $14.95
SPECIALTY PRODUCTS
Transform Your Skin With Obagi® Medical
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When Visible Results Matter Most..
Choose The Obagi®
Condition & Enhance System
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The visible signs of sun-damaged and aging skin are well known: brown spots, skin dullness, fine lines and wrinkles. Unfortunately, store-bought, over-the-counter skin care products (cosmeceuticals) are often not strong enough to address these issues or make lasting, visible improvements to your skin. The Obagi® Condition & Enhance Skin Care System is designed for individuals who want to make visible improvements to their aging skin. The Obagi® Condition & Enhance System are medical grade products that contain prescription strength ingredients regulated by the FDA and may only be sold under physician supervision. *A health history and consultation are required before use. Some products in this kit may NOT be used by pregnant or breast-feeding women.
Obagi® Medical Condition & Enhance System - $418.00
*Tretinoin is not included in the price of kit. It MUST be added at the time of consultation and depends on your individual skin type. 0.05% Tretinoin: $59.00 or Tretinoin 0.1%: $67.00
Each kit contains four month supply of medical-grade skin care products including:
- Cleanser
- Toner
- Tretinoin (0.025%, 0.05% or 0.10%)
- Hydroquinone 4%
- Exfoderm Forte (Glycolic and Lactic Acid Exfoliation Gel)
- SPF 25 Healthy Skin Protection Cream
Acne Care from Obagi Medical
The Obagi Clenziderm M.D. System
Introducing Obagi CLENZIderm M.D.™ Systems — the only prescription-strength, physician dispensed acne systems with a patent-pending 5% liquified benzoyl peroxide.
CLENZIderm M.D.™ Systems are clinically proven to better penetrate the follicles for effective P. acnes bacteria reduction and rapid lesion reduction.*
CLENZIderm M.D. now offers the exclusive SoluZyl technology in two systems - one for Normal to Oily Skin (Serum Gel) and one for Normal to Dry Skin (Therapeutic Lotion).
Obagi Clenziderm M.D. Kit - $130.00
Mineral Makeup Products
Mineral makeup products are the new 'superstars' in the world of cosmetics. The television is flooded with commercials selling it. The reasons? Mineral makeup is healthier for your skin than conventional makeup products. Raya Medspa retails Glominerals® makeup.
Glominerals® Makeup Highlights:
- Triple-milled so it provides flawless coverage without clogging your pores
- Contains Vitamins A, C, E and K
- Contains Green Tea Extract
- Contains Sunscreen 15+
- Safe for use after most cosmetic treatments
At Raya MedSpa, ALL of our initial skin care and make-up consultations are FREE.
Join us for a Free VISIA™ Complexion analysis with the purchase of any service or skin care products.
To learn more about any of the products we carry, please click on the following links below:
Obagi Medical Products
www.skinceuticals.com
www.pcaskin.com
www.cosmeticscop.com
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Glo Minerals
We stock many different products from these professional lines. If we do not have a particular product in stock, we will order it for you and usually have it within 3-7 days.
Place your order by phone: 978.834.9909
*Visa, Mastercard and AMEX accepted.
*Product orders may be picked up at Raya MedSpa or we can ship products to you for an additional charge.
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