Another jar of face cream is empty, and once again, we find ourselves facing the choice of what to buy next! This problem affects thousands of women, regardless of their financial and social status. Some have chosen a specific brand and remain loyal to it; others are in a constant search, trying to gather comprehensive information about various products, primarily through advertisements. Friends, neighbors, and acquaintances who are satisfied with certain cosmetic brands are another source of information. However, determining one’s skin type independently is not easy, as a quality cream might not be effective for everyone. The third source of information is professional advice. While the opinions of regular consumers are often not well-founded, the recommendations of a dermatocosmetologist are substantiated and objective.
A specialist considers various factors and advises the patient on a set of cosmetic products that will be suitable for their specific skin type. According to the experience of practicing dermatocosmetologists, a patient who uses high-quality and correctly selected cosmetic products significantly improves the condition of their skin, maintains, and prolongs a youthful appearance. Conversely, improper use of cosmetic products can lead to disastrous results.
One crucial and noteworthy factor is moisturizing products for the skin. The skin is a vital reservoir of moisture, containing 15-18% of the body’s total water. Dehydrated skin practically does not utilize moisture from other body reservoirs. Various studies have shown that for maintaining skin elasticity in the stratum corneum (horny layer), the presence of water is more important than fats.
The composition and mechanism of action of moisturizing products are quite complex, as some of them can be classified both as cosmetics and as medicinal products, referred to as cosmeceuticals two decades ago. This classification is based on the fact that the active ingredients in these cosmetic products have therapeutic effects. Moisturizing creams primarily contain substances of plant origin: vitamins, hydrolyzed organic acids, retinoids, collagen, elastin, ribonucleic acid, ceramides, and more. Specifically, retinoids, alpha and beta hydroxy acids, and their salts have the ability to reduce or eliminate skin dryness.
These products promote the exfoliation of dead epithelial cells and are widely used in the treatment of hyperkeratosis. They are hygroscopic, increasing the skin’s plasticity and elasticity. As for vitamins, their therapeutic effects on the skin are well-known, protecting the body from free radicals.
Cosmeceuticals are a new generation of cosmetics designed to address serious skin problems; not as severe as to require medicinal drugs, but significant enough where ordinary skincare and hygiene products are ineffective. This refers to active therapeutic cosmetics.
So, what do these products include? These products contain:
- Acids for peeling
- Vitamin E, an antioxidant that acts as a “trap” for free radicals, has anti-inflammatory properties, protects the skin from premature aging, and prevents wrinkle formation
- Hyaluronic acid, a moisturizing component
- Ceramides, components that act as a barrier in the stratum corneum and promote skin regeneration
- Sun protection factors (SPF), ultraviolet filters that protect the skin from burns
Cosmeceutical products are primarily used for anti-aging, acne, and couperose (rosacea) treatments because they promote skin regeneration and positively affect physiological processes. These products are based on highly active, therapeutic substances, such as placental extracts, embryonic cells, phytoestrogens, and others. Most importantly, the concentration of these active ingredients is significantly higher than that in regular cosmetics.
If therapeutic cosmetics are not used correctly, they can cause various unpleasant reactions, such as allergic reactions, due to the high concentration of active ingredients they contain. To avoid this, several important factors should be considered:
- Do not attempt to solve multiple problems at once. For example, if you are dealing with wrinkles and couperose (capillary network), you should first “train” the couperose with therapeutic cosmetics before moving on to rejuvenating products.
- Avoid the continuous use of highly active cosmetics. According to the doctor’s recommendations, you should undergo several courses and then switch to milder skincare products.
- Remember the necessity of consulting a specialist to consider all factors and ensure the correct use of these products.
The doctors at the “Marjani” clinic use professional cosmetics from Holy Land Cosmetics, a company that offers a wide range of products for the care and treatment of facial and body skin. These products help address various skin types and problems, including both clinic-based protocols and home-use series.
Holy Land Portfolio
SKIN RENEWAL – Skin Renewal
Product Line: ALPHA-BETA WITH RETINOL This line includes an active combination of alpha and beta hydroxy acids and retinol. It focuses on skin regeneration and rehabilitation. The products noticeably improve skin regeneration, reduce the depth of wrinkles, enhance texture and elasticity, and increase skin hydration.
ANTI-AGING – Anti-Aging
Product Line: C THE SUCCESS This line targets age-related skin processes caused by physiological factors. It is based on a high concentration of vitamin C, which acts as a powerful antioxidant, boosts collagen production in the skin, and helps normalize pigmentation. This line is designed for a wide range of users, especially at the early stages of age-related changes.
Product Line: RENEW FORMULA This line regulates the skin aging process caused by skin damage and the impact of free radicals. It is based on high concentrations of alpha-lipoic acid and vitamins A, E, and F. It reduces wrinkles and increases skin hydration levels. This line is intended for a wide range of users, particularly for the first signs of aging.
VITALISE Night Moisturizing Cream with Hyaluronic Acid and Vitamins
This cream stimulates the skin’s natural processes and restores elasticity. It provides and maintains long-lasting hydration, making it suitable for all skin types.
BIO REPAIR Product Line
The BIO REPAIR line is designed for skin damaged by environmental stressors. This series is based on collagen, elastin, and a unique restorative complex that prevents further skin damage and repairs damaged skin cells. It stimulates and restores internal corrections, making it ideal for damaged, tired, and sagging skin.
Problematic Skin
A-NOX Line The A-NOX line balances the skin’s pH, soothes problematic areas, prevents breakouts, reduces oil secretion, and moisturizes the skin without adding oiliness. It is intended for acne-prone and oily skin.
Dry Skin Treatment
AGE DEFENSE CC CREAM This cream offers natural coverage with long-lasting hydration. Its formula contains active ingredients that fight wrinkles, protect against free radicals, and increase skin elasticity. The natural tint corrects uneven skin tone, moisturizes the skin, and imparts a youthful, radiant appearance.
SUPER LOTION
This unique facial treatment lotion reduces milia, has a comedolytic effect, balances sebaceous gland activity, and moisturizes and softens the skin texture.
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