Many over-the-counter skincare products are readily available at drug stores, beauty retailers, department stores, and online. These products are commonly used by people in their everyday skincare routines. Although many product labels claim to contain ingredients that people are looking for, in reality they may only contain trace amounts. Using these products may do very little to improve the skin, and no one wants to feel they have wasted their money. There is no oversight by the FDA, and product testing is not required. The user often has no idea what they are really purchasing.
Medical grade, or pharmaceutical grade, skincare products are prescribed by a medical doctor. These products contain higher concentrations of their active ingredients, so they will penetrate into deeper levels of the skin to give better, clinically backed results.
SkinMedica®
Dr. Cristina Keusch and Meaghan Birakis PA-C recommend SkinMedica® products to their patients. The SkinMedica product line is formulated to cleanse, protect, correct, brighten, moisturize, and hydrate the skin depending on the patient’s needs.These products may address skin concerns including anti-aging, sun damage and hyperpigmentation, sensitive skin and rosacea, dehydrated skin, and acne-prone skin.
Our patients can shop for a variety of SkinMedica® products through our online store, however an in person consultation will provide patients with a customized, prescribed routine for optimal results; Some of the more popular products include:
- TNS® Advanced + Serum – The highest concentration of topical growth factors, antioxidants, peptides, and other age-defense ingredients improve skin texture and the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles in as little as 2 weeks.
- Retinol Complex (0.5% Total Retinoids) – Three forms of vitamin A improve the appearance of fine lines, aging, and sun damaged skin as well as textural changes, acne scarring, and pigment concerns.
- TNS® Eye Repair – A formulation of TNS® , peptides, antioxidants, and hyaluronic acid enhances firmness, minimizes dark circles under the eyes, and improves the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles
- Essential Defense SPF 32 (tinted) – This mineral sunscreen with a touch of color gives users the highest level of UVA protection along with UVB coverage in a mineral shield.
If you would like an in-person consultation with Dr. Cristina Keusch or Meaghan Birakis PA-C, or information about any of the SkinMedica® products we have available, contact our office today.