Sunscreen Reverses Aging?

You know I am constantly on you to use sunscreen to protect your skin and slow down premature aging.  It pretty common knowledge that sun damage is no good for your skin and is the leading cause of premature aging. Well, hold on to your hats ladies!!!   Annals of Internal Medicine just published the result of the first large formal study on sun screen and aging.  It demonstrates that sunscreen not only slows skin aging…but reverses it!

 

According to Laurie Tarkan, an award-winning health journalist, “at the beginning of the study, 58 percent of participants had moderate photoaging, but by the end of the study, that number dropped to 49 percent, suggesting a decrease in photoaging in some of the participants. Get a skincare regimen and get in the habit of applying sunscreen. And remember, the sunscreen you put on in the morning will only last 3-4 hours tops. You’ll need to reapply throughout the day to keep your protection (and your age reversal) going. 

 

You can find Rodan+Fields lotion and powder based sunscreen on my site – just click on the links below:

 

Broad Spectrum Lotion – Use ESSENTIALS Broad Spectrum SPF 30 Sunscreen 

Powder Based Sun Protection –Use ENHANCEMENTS Mineral Peptides Broad Spectrum 20 

Need an Anti-Age Boost – Use REDEFINE Triple Defense Treatment SPF 30

Sensitive Skin – Use SOOTHE Mineral Sunscreen Broad Spectrum SPF 30 

Sun Damaged Skin – Use REVERSE Broad Spectrum SPF 50+

The Power of Vitamin D - From our Derm RF

Great post from our Derm RF site that I thought I'd share with you.  I had no idea how much Vitamin D does for you. Worth the quick read:

If you want an “A” in anti-aging this summer, don’t drop your vitamin D supplement just because it’s sunny outside. Vitamin D is a fat-soluble vitamin that prevents rickets in children, maintains bone density in adults, may inhibit certain cancers such as non-Hodgkin’s lymphoma, and possibly lessens the risk of diseases such as multiple sclerosis. While it is true that sunlight stimulates the production of vitamin D, the Skin Cancer Foundation recommends that you get your daily value of vitamin D from non-sun sources such as vitamin D–fortified milk, orange juice, salmon and other fatty fishes or a multivitamin. The truth is, if you seek your vitamin D from the sun, you’ll soak up a whole lot more than you bargained for, including accelerated aging and an increased risk of developing skin cancer.

Retinoids and Peptides – Your Anti-Aging Arsenal

One of the major causes of aging is sun damage.  It’s just not fair, but it’s true.  Retinoids and Peptides should be in your anti-aging skincare arsenal.  This is because they are both effective in treating sun damaged skin AND reducing fine lines and wrinkles.  While Retin-A (retinoid) is the only FDA-approved topical treatment for fine lines and wrinkles, both peptides, Retin-A, and Alpha-hydroxys are shown in many studies to provide a boost to your skin. 

Retin-A (prescription form) and Retinol (over the counter cousin) are about as close to a silver bullet as you can get for fine lines, wrinkles, and sun damage.  Retinoids normalize cell function, shrink pores, improve cell turnover, and affect the retention and production of collagen. These attributes combined provide you with a powerful tool for improving skin texture, fading sun spots and freckles, and reducing fine lines, acne scars and wrinkles. 

Ambush Aging with Macro Exfoliation

One of the main reasons for dull and aging skin is the build up of dead skin cells. We know this and it's why we all exfoliate on a regular basis. This simple skin step does wonders for our skin by allowing our skin to absorb moisture and product, leaving our face fresh and younger looking. What you may not know is that deep exfoliation does even more. It used to be a treatment you could only get in your doctor's office through chemical peels or dermabrasion procedures. Big bucks and can be a bit intimidating. Now you really can get big results at home.

A recent advance in the dermatology industry is macro exfolition at home. Rodan+Fields is releasing their new Redefine MACRO Exfoliator within the next couple of days and it is creating a lot of media buzz. Marie Claire already scooped the release in its February issue and its reported that several beauty magazines will be highlighting reviews of the Redefine MACRO Exfoliator over the next few weeks.

The Skincare Basics

As with healthy eating, exercise and just about anything else, sticking with the basics first is important.  Honoring the basics first allows you to keep it simple and get into a routine that will stick.  Of course, eventually we will customize your routien to your skin type and problem areas.  No worries.  There are several effective product ingredients out there that can tackle that acne, fine lines, sun damage, and the overall look and feel of your skin.  It is best, however, if you start with the basic skin care regimen and then add in the right product mix for your skin issues.

The basics of skin care are not complicated. We've heard them time and time again. However, with all the products, information, and opinion out there, it can get convoluted. And, I thought we should all have the basics down before I start posting information on specific ingredients and products for your skin concerns.

1. Wash your face

2.  Exfoliate

3.  Moisturize, moisturize, moisturize

4.  Protect from the sun

When you have the basics down, then add over the counter or dermatologist grade products to address your specific skin care issues. 

See the full article on Skincare Basics.

Heather Rose, of Ageless Rose, is a successful business owner and independent distributor for Rodan and Fields. For more information on skincare tips, products, and business opportunities, visit the Ageless Rose website or our Rodan + Fields on line store.  

Reverse Regimen - Real Results

There isn't much else I can say. When you find products that truly work amazing for your skin and you SEE results, you want to share them with everyone that you know!!!
This is the REVERSE regimen for Sun Damage! 

You can order Rodan + Fields skin care regimens from our website.
Not sure what you need, get a free consultation with our solutions tool.

Rodan + Fields Product Overview

Searching the web for reliable information can be time consuming. I thought this might be a good video to share. It gives a thorough and concise overview of Rodan+ Fields products.  Feel free to let me know if you have any questions.  Still not sure what will work best for you?  Get a free consultation with our Solutions Tool. You can also get more information and advice from the RF Connection.

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Mini Facials at Home

Spa facials feel great and work wonders for your skin. But, unfortunately they take a lot of time and can cost a fortune. At home treatments are a great alternative to high cost salons and effective with the right products. Relaxation is a great benefit of facials – and even the do it yourself method forces you to sit back, relax, and take a pause.  The major benefits, however, are for your skin.  Facials are the way to improve the look and feel of your skin. 

While a home based mini facial won’t do all the things that you would get at a salon, it will address the main skin needs – cleanse, firm, smooth, and moisturize.  Daily exposure to the sun and elements dulls the skin and the exfoliation step in facials removes the dirt and dead skin cells to bring out the healthy bright skin underneath.  Dead skin that your face naturally sheds on a regular basis which can clog pores and give the skin an aged look.

As a rule, once a month should be the frequency of a facial.  That’s because it takes about 30 days for skin cells to move up to the surface and die and slough off – bringing back the dull, aged look.  For best results, use a combination of products from the same company. This is important because each individual product is only as good as the full regimen.  For your at home facial make sure you include an exfoliator, serum, and moisturizer with sun protection.   Relax, enjoy, and bring out your great skin!

Lose that Winter Dry Skin

If you live in a northern state, look forward to the changing seasons, and are a certifiable snow lover, then winter can be a wonderful time filled with snowball fights, tubing, skiing, warm fires and hot chocolate. But, as you turn up your furnace – especially with gas heat, the dry air inside and outside can make for constant dry skin. You may notice dry hands, feet, and elbows within the first couple of weeks of winter. It’s also important to remember that the rest of the body needs special attention in the winter months as well.

The best solutions to dry skin respond to the real causes of dry skin in the winter. It’s obvious that the drier air adds to the problem in the winter months. This is because the humidity level in the air outside drops significantly in winter months, even in the more southern states. This is exasperated by indoor heating which strips even more moisture from the air and your skin. Most other causes of dry skin, which are more apparent in the winter months, occur in the shower. Harsh soaps, loofas and other “scrubby” shower accessories, and steamy showers all pull more moisture from your skin. Keeping your skin moisturized and health in the winter is easy if you follow a few simple tricks.

1. Keep your shower lukewarm instead of hot and limit to about 5 minutes. This will prevent the shower from washing away important nutrients in your skin.

2. Exfoliate about every 3-4 weeks to remove dead skin cells and open the pores to receive moisture.

3. Use soft cloths and moisturizing body wash in the shower.

4. Pat dry with a towel instead of rubbing. Rubbing irritates the skin and removes the moisture products you just used in the shower.

5. Moisturize, moisturize, moisturize – not just your face, hands and feet.

6. Drink lots and lots of water. Enjoy the winter months and get into a regular skincare regimen.

You’ll look better and feel better now and in the future. For more information on skincare tips, products, and business opportunities, visit the Ageless Rose. Changing lives and Changing skin with Rodan and Fields Dermatologists.