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The start of a new year symbolizes fresh starts and new beginnings, and it's a great time to consider refreshing your skincare routine and addressing any concerns you may have. Professional skincare treatments can provide deeper exfoliation, increased product penetration, and impactful results. We consulted board-certified dermatologist, Dr. Jenny Liu to gain insights into why the new year is an ideal time for a professional treatment and to learn which professional treatments she recommends for a refreshed and youthful complexion.
Why the new year is an ideal time for a professional treatment
The holiday season can be a stressful time for many individuals, and this stress can manifest on the skin in the form of breakouts, dehydration, and a lackluster complexion. Additionally, the harsh winter weather can further exacerbate these issues, leading to dryness, irritation, and increased sensitivity. A professional skincare treatment can help to combat these effects and provide your skin with the TLC it needs to look and feel its best.
The effects of holiday season stress on skin
Stress can trigger the release of cortisol, a hormone that can lead to increased oil production and inflammation in the skin. This can result in breakouts, worsen existing skin conditions, and contribute to a dull complexion.
How winter weather affects skin
The cold, dry air of winter can strip the skin of its natural oils, leading to dryness, flakiness, and irritation. Additionally, the lack of humidity in the air can make the skin appear dull and lackluster.
Recommended professional treatments for the New Year
To combat the effects of the holiday season and winter weather, consider these professional skincare treatments that can help restore your skin's health and radiance.
Chemical Peels
Chemical peels involve the application of a chemical solution to the skin to remove the outer layer of dead and damaged cells. This promotes cell turnover, revealing smoother, brighter, and more youthful-looking skin. Chemical peels can address various concerns, including fine lines, wrinkles, pigmentation issues, and acne scars.
RF Microneedling
RF microneedling combines the benefits of microneedling with radiofrequency energy. This treatment creates controlled micro-injuries, which penetrates deeper layer of the skin to induce thermal coagulation. This process stimulates fibroblast activity, enhancing collagen and elastin remodeling for firmer, tighter skin
Laser Therapy
Laser therapy uses targeted light energy to address a variety of skin concerns, including sun damage, hyperpigmentation, and wrinkles. Different types of lasers can be used to target specific issues, and the treatment can be customized to meet your individual needs.
IPL (Intense Pulsed Light)
IPL therapy uses broad-spectrum light to address multiple skin concerns simultaneously. It can effectively reduce the appearance of sun damage, age spots, redness, and broken capillaries. IPL also helps improve skin texture and tone, leaving you with a more even and radiant complexion.
Dermaplaning
Dermaplaning is a physical exfoliation treatment that involves gently scraping the surface of the skin with a sterile blade to remove dead skin cells and vellus hair (peach fuzz). This treatment can help to improve the skin's texture, reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles, and allow for better penetration of skincare products.
Neurotoxin Injections
Neurotoxin injections, work by temporarily relaxing the muscles that cause wrinkles and fine lines to form. This can help to smooth out the skin and prevent the formation of new wrinkles.
Dermal Fillers
Dermal fillers are used to add volume to the skin and can be used to correct wrinkles, fine lines, and other facial imperfections. Fillers can also be used to enhance the lips and cheeks, and to improve the overall contour of the face.
Which SkinCeuticals products help prolong the effects of professional treatments?
In addition to professional skincare treatments, it's important to maintain a consistent at-home skincare routine to help prolong the results of your treatments and keep your skin looking its best. Here are a few SkinCeuticals products that Dr. Jenny Liu recommends for use in conjunction with professional treatments:
Cell Cycle Catalyst and Chemical Peels: Cell Cycle Catalyst is powerful exfoliating serum that helps to support the skin's natural cell turnover, enhancing the results of chemical peels.
A.G.E. Interrupter Advanced and RF Microneedling: A.G.E. Interrupter Advanced helps to protect the skin from advanced glycation end products (A.G.E.s), which can contribute to skin aging. This product can help to extend the results of RF microneedling by preventing the formation of new A.G.E.s.
Lasers
C E Ferulic and Lasers: C E Ferulic is a powerful antioxidant serum that provides advanced environmental protection against free radicals and helps correct 8 signs of visible aging. It is physician-tested to complement laser treatment results for all skin tones.
Phyto Corrective: Phyto Corrective is a calming and hydrating serum that helps reduce the appearance of redness and discoloration. It complements laser therapy by cooling the skin post-treatment and promoting a clear, even complexion.
Advanced RGN-6: Advanced RGN-6 is a skin rejuvenation and repair cream to help reverse visible signs of aging, reduce redness, pigmentation, and wrinkles, and aid in skin barrier recovery. It enhances the effects of laser treatments by speeding up recovery, minimizing downtime, and boosting anti-aging outcomes.
Discoloration Defense Serum and IPL: Discoloration Defense Serum is a targeted dark spot corrector that helps to reduce the appearance of hyperpigmentation. This product can be used in conjunction with IPL to enhance the treatment's results and prevent the recurrence of dark spots.
P-TIOX and Neurotoxins: P-TIOX is a anti-wrinkle serum that corrects 9 types of contraction lines and promotes glass skin radiance. This wrinkle modulating serum is physician-tested to complement the results of neurotoxin injections.
HA Intensifier Multi-Glycan and Dermal Fillers: HA Intensifier Multi-Glycan is a multi-dimensional serum that boosts the skin's hyaluronic acid levels, enhancing hydration and plumpness. It complements dermal fillers by maintaining moisture balance and supporting the skin's natural ability to produce hyaluronic acid, which is essential for maintaining the volumizing effects of fillers.
By combining professional skincare treatments with a consistent at-home skincare routine, you can achieve and maintain your best skin ever. Schedule a consultation with a board-certified dermatologist to discuss which treatments are right for you and to develop a personalized skincare routine that will help you achieve your skincare goals.
To discover the best SkinCeuticals products for your skin type and concerns, use our online Routine Finder, visit one of our SkinCeuticals SkinLab™ locations, or schedule an appointment with a SkinCeuticals Skincare Professional for a one-on-one consultation.
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Jenny Liu, MD is a board-certified dermatologist and assistant professor in the Twin Cities. Her interests include ethnic dermatology, complex medical dermatology, and medical education. Online, Dr. Liu shares beauty advice, educates on skin and haircare ingredients, and skin safety.
