Bringing the Skin Clinic Home
“Having too many products and cherry-picking from different ranges based on various buzz words will result in lots of unused and wasted products and possible irritations of the skin. Plus, they will not work as you aren’t consistent”.
Bringing the Skin Clinic Home Facial
Building your home facial routine is a fantastic way to improve and maintain your skin. The Art Derma Professional range can help you bring the skin clinic home!
What to consider when choosing your facial at home products.
Skin Type
Is your skin dry or oily?
Dry Skin
A dry skin produces fewer natural oils and has no visible pores, because of this the skin can appear dull and become rough, flaky, and sensitised. It can often feel tight, dehydrated, and has less elasticity.
A dry skin can easily become red and irritated and easily inflamed.
Oily Skin
An oily skin produces an excess of natural oils, the skin has a visible shine, it can feel greasy and those with oily skin tend to be prone to breakouts and congestion. Oily skin tends to have enlarged pores.
An oily skin can become suffocated and produce more breakouts and blackheads.
These are two of the skin types the third skin type is normal, this skin type has good moisture levels and does not over produce oil there is no visible oil or enlarged pores. But the skin does not feel dry or tight. Any other skin concerns are just that a skin concern. The products you choose must firstly be chosen for your type.
Skin Concerns
Once you understand your skin type you will be able to make informed choices with regards to choosing daily products. The product can then be chosen for the skin type and any other concerns you may have such as pigmentation, breakout’s, wrinkles, sensitive skin, acne, rosacea.
Lifestyle
Consider your lifestyle, your skin routine needs to be able to fit in with your day to day. If you are busy person then a seven-step routine isn’t going to be for you and your products will sit on the shelf expiring and become unusable and ineffective. If you work indoors in air conditioning your skin can become dehydrated this can then cause flaking in those with a dry skin and spots with those who have an oily skin. Do you work outdoors or are your hobbies outdoors are you using a SPF daily moisturiser 365 days a year? Do you have pigmentation and redness issues from extreme weather conditions? Choose your products around your lifestyle and specific skin concerns.
“Having too many products and cherry-picking from different ranges based on various buzz words will result in lots of unused and wasted products and possible irritations of the skin. Plus, they will not work as you aren’t consistent”.
What do I really need?
Three steps to success with choosing from the Art Derma range.
Start simple, simplicity is key.
The range of products have been designed to use professionally and therefore have high quantities of active ingredients such as acids, retinoids, vitamins, and peptides. These products will make a dramatic change to your skin and its function within a short period of time.
Due to the formulations, it is recommended to always start with the rule of three.
· Cleanser
· Day cream
· Night cream
Changing over products from a basic range to a professional range can cause unwanted side effects to occur, in the first 7-30 days. The skin can become dry and slightly irritated, this will subside as the barrier function of the skin improves and as the skin becomes used to the change. This is more likely to occur in a dry skin type as dry skin products off the shelf have excessively high oil content. As the art derma wash begins to remove this occlusive layer it can cause sensitivity until it resolves itself.
The skin does need daily care and maintenance. A three-step routine that works for you can achieve the results you have been looking for.
Three products may sound strange to those suffering with specific skin concerns such as acne as you probably own a multitude of products full of the latest and greatest ingredients for your concern, but still, you don’t seem to be getting the results you desire.
Art Derma range is different the products are multifunctional – meaning they target more than one skin concern and in some cases are safe for all skin types and concerns. However, the difference with what a dry skin needs in comparison to an oily skin means it’s just not always possible to suit all skins.
The cleansers – Step 1
Alpha Wash
The alpha of the group your first step to treating your skin with a wash. The Alpha Wash is more than a wash it’s a treatment in a bottle.
Perfect for reducing excess oil but leaving behind the dewy oil your skin needs to protect itself from external aggressors, great for dehydrated skins but not to be used by those with a true dry skin or any sensitivity issues.
This combination will cleanse the skin and increase cell turnover improving the function of the skin barrier, reducing pigmentation, wrinkles, and acne, while preparing the skin for your daily skincare regime.
Benefits
· Gently foaming for a deep exfoliating clean.
· Removes excess oil, unblocks pores and congestion.
· Increases cell turnover.
· Reduces pore size and helps prevent folliculitis barbae and other breakouts.
· Improves pigmentation including age spots.
Hydro Cleanse
The perfect partner for those with dry skin and those suffering with sensitivity issues. This formulation is a cream cleanser that washes away and has ingredients that supply antioxidant rich moisture.
Not to be used by a skin with excess levels of oil.
Benefits
· Improves skin moisturisation.
· Calms and soothes irritated skin.
· Reduces skin inflammation.
· Rich in vitamins and fatty acids that nourish the skin and promote healthier looking skin.
· Strengthens the skin barrier.
· Helps to reduce skin inflammation and redness.
· Skin feels softer and smoother.
· Balances sebum production.
Always start with one cleanse, on occasions a duo cleanse may be needed and the design of these two cleansers allows for them to be used safely interchangeable for all skin types and concerns.
The duo cleansing routine.
The Alpha Wash and Hydro Cleanse can be used as a duo, for example you can use the Alpha Wash in a morning and the Hydro Cleanse on an evening. This duo is perfect for skins such as inflamed acne; incorporate the hydro cleanse to reduce inflammation in a morning this will help to reduce breakout activity giving your skin a protective barrier. Use the Alpha Wash on an evening.
If you have dry skin and age management concerns it is recommended to use the alpha wash every morning or every other morning to speed up cellular renewal without increased sensitivity and use Hydro Cleanse on an evening.
Alpha Wash as an exfoliator, use the Alpha Wash as your weekly exfoliator the salicylic acid and glycolic acids in the formulation are at the highest quantities that can be bought over the counter creating the perfect chemical exfoliation without irritation. Use after your first wash on the second wash leave on the skin for up to 5 minutes before removing with tepid water.
Top tip – for those pesky breakouts use Alpha Wash, apply to a qtip, and pop a dot on each spot just before bed!
Day Cream – Step 2
The two options of day cream both include sun protection factor the multifunctional use of moisturising ingredients with SPF creates a simple two step morning routine.
Defence 50- protects against 98% of UV rays.
A broad-spectrum sunscreen containing a combination of quality filters to
protect against the harmful effects of UV rays. Light and easily absorbed, with a natural tint, it will promote an even-looking appearance whilst hydrating.
Great for all skin types. Some skins that are oil dry will prefer the Urban defence 20.
Urban Defence 20- Protects against 95% of UV rays.
An ultra-nourishing and anti-ageing moisturiser, providing hydration and
protection. Formulated with peptides, it will help tighten and firm, whilst.
diminishing the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles. The skin-loving antioxidants will help protect against free radicals. Skin will be fully hydrated with a fresher, firmer and tighter looking complexion.
Not suitable for skin with excess oil, the Defence 50 can be more suitable for rosacea skins as the ingredients are not as emulsifying allowing skin to breathe.
The Night Cream – Step 3
There are two choices for night creams both target multiple concerns allowing you to make you choice easily and the creams will adapt with your skin through seasonal changes.
Hydra Peptide Daily Moisturiser
Used at night but can be used under the SPF Day creams for days you need an added boost for dehydration.
This luxury silky moisturiser is formulated to keep skin optimally hydrated and in peak condition. Blended with Tara Seed Extract, Tripeptide-1, Tetrapeptide-7 to reduce the appearance of lines and wrinkles, whilst using sustainable ingredients, it has also had silicones removed to help protect our oceans.
Benefits
· A turbocharged endurance moisturiser.
· Leaves skin velvet smooth, hydrated, firm and glowing.
· Contains peptides, tara seed extract, emollients, and humectants.
· Lightweight and comfortable to wear alone or under makeup.
· Biomimetic properties to stimulate growth factors for an even more.
· youthful appearance.
Perfect for even the driest and oiliest complexions truly suitable for all skin conditions formulated with ingredients to hydrate without creating more oil.
X8 Revise Night Cream
Must be used in an evening as it has skin renewing ingredients retinol and glycolic acid which will cause irritation and photo sensitivity if used in the day.
If age management is your skin concern X8 revise is your perfect partner. Helping your skin to help it recover from the stresses of the day whilst you sleep. X8 Revise was specifically developed to re-hydrate and promote overnight recovery, revealing a softer more youthful appearance for the new day ahead.
If your skin has acne and excess oil this product is not for you it is too rich, for those with lack flaking skin and irritations this product active ingredients will cause further sensitivity.
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