Common Questions about Rodan+Fields

Common Questions Derm RF | May 21, 2010 at 8:58 pm | Categories: Common Questions | URL: http://wp.me/pMnJi-8c

May 21, 2010

I have broken capillaries on my nose and cheeks. What should I use?

These dilated capillaries are usually due to heredity or are the result of sun damage. Sun, heat, spicy foods, alcohol or exfoliators can exacerbate them. Topical skin products are not usually effective in reducing the appearance of these small capillaries; however, a visit to your dermatologist may offer successful treatments.

If your condition is accompanied by sensitive irritated skin, we suggest the SOOTHE Regimen. Also, avoid using exfoliants over these areas such as beads, AHAs or retinols.

I have a difficult time finding a sunscreen for my sensitive skin. What do you have?

SOOTHE UVA/UVB SPF 15 Sunscreen with zinc oxide, a physical sunscreen agent, deflects damaging ultraviolet rays and keeps the surface of the skin cool to lessen facial flushing. With a blend of anti-oxidants, botanicals, moisturizers and dimethicone, it has been specially formulated for sensitive skin. Because clinical tests have demonstrated it to be non-comedogenic, it is excellent for acne prone skin, as well.

ENHANCEMENTS Mineral Peptides SPF 20 is a light-weight treatment powder that soothes skin, provides a second layer of sun protection while light-deflecting minerals immediately creating a more even-toned complexion and reduces the appearance of skin redness.

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Restore Your Skin's Natural Color & Tone

Ingredient of the Week Derm RF | May 21, 2010 at 4:42 pm | Categories: Ingredient of the Week | URL: http://wp.me/pMnJi-88

Hydroquinone

Among dermatologists, hydroquinone is the gold standard for treating unwanted pigmentation. It is the only FDA-recognized ingredient to safely and effectively lighten dark spots. It is available in both over-the-counter products (in concentrations up to 2 percent) and by prescription (up to 4 percent). Hydroquinone blocks the enzyme responsible for causing excess pigmentation, restoring skin’s natural color and tone.  Find 2 percent hydroquinone in Rodan + Fields® REVERSE Skin Lightening Toner, REVERSE Skin Lightening Treatment and UNBLEMISH Spot Fading Toner.

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Clinical Corner-REVERSE Your Sun Damage

Clinical Corner Derm RF | May 20, 2010 at 6:10 pm | Categories: Uncategorized | URL: http://wp.me/pMnJi-83

With regular use, the REVERSE Regimen reveals a smoother, brighter, even-toned complexion; improvement is often experienced with the first use. For some people, one cycle of the REVERSE Regimen is sufficient to restore skin brightness and even tone. For significant hyper-pigmentation, it may take 2-6 months before maximum evenness of skin color is achieved. Once you’ve achieved your desired results, you may transition to another Rodan + Fields Multi-Med regimen and may always return to using the REVERSE Regimen if the dulling signs of sun damage or spots begin to reappear.

Check out more results: REVERSE Regimen Clinical Corner

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It's not just your face that matters...

Habits that Haunt Derm RF | May 18, 2010 at 6:52 pm | Categories: Habits that Haunt | URL: http://wp.me/pMnJi-7U

Not protecting your hands with SPF daily

Your face is not the only body part affected by incidental sun exposure. Your hands are also exposed year-round. While a large percentage of people use sun protection on their face each day, the hands are often overlooked. Much like the rings in a tree trunk, the spots and wrinkles on the hands are a dead giveaway of a woman’s true age. After applying your facial sunscreen, use a little extra to cover the tops of your hands to stay looking young all over.

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Truth or Myth: The passage of time is the #1 cause of aging

Myth Busters Derm RF | May 17, 2010 at 7:20 pm | Categories: Myth Busters | URL: http://wp.me/pMnJi-7Q

MYTH: The passage of time is the number one cause of aging

It may be hard to believe, but 80 percent of your skin's aged appearance is caused by the sun, not the passage of time or facial expressions. Take Kathy Morvan for example, who started a skincare routine to reverse sun damage; below are her before and after pictures. In a blind study, participants were shown one of Kathy’s pictures and asked to guess her age. The study participants believed that she looked as much as 13 years younger after treating her sun damage … now that’s turning back the hands of time.

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Baseball, Eye Black & Anti-Age Cloths

Baseball season is upon us & consequently, our family does little else than team practice, batting cage reservations, scrimmages, and, of course, games. And for mom, that means loads of laundry, SHOUT & making sure the little Babe Ruth is bathed & ready for the next baseball adventure!

My biggest conundrum has been the "oh so cool" eye black. The shower doesn't take it off, neither does the wash cloth without a lot of painful scrubbing. So, one day I thought to use on his eye black what I use to get rid of my black eye makeup ... Rodan+Fields Anti-Age Cloths. Okay, I know my 7-year-old is not in need of anti-aging technology peptides, but with just a couple of gentle sweeps from one of these wonderful cloths, the eye black is gone until the next practice or game with world series magnitude importance! Once again, Rodan+Fields has made my life with children all the better & easier! And no one appreciates the "no-tug" solution more than my "power hitter"!

And for those of us who can benefit from the super-charged peptides & the wonderful technology that is part of every Rodan+Fields product, these make our lives much easier & tug free as well!

What they leave behind is just as important as what they clear away. Featuring a unique blend of powerful peptides, these cloths diminish the appearance of lines and wrinkles and under-eye puffiness while dissolving stubborn eye makeup, even mascara. Put them in the fridge for a gentle & cool solution to morning puffiness.

Preferred Customers can hit the perfect pitch by catching these cloths for only $22+tax.

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A Chance to Win.

A Chance to Win… Derm RF | May 14, 2010 at 11:29 pm | Categories: Uncategorized | URL: http://wp.me/pMnJi-7M

Looks like warmer weather is here to stay. When in the sun, in addition to SPF, how do you protect your skin? Share your tricks in the next 24 hours by commenting on this post to be entered in a raffle to win our Sun Protection Package— SOOTHE UVA/UVB SPF 15 sunscreen and ENHANCEMENTS Mineral Peptides and Brush, in the shade of your choice.

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Protect Your Skin from Sunburn AND Aging & Melanoma!! Important UVA info...

Ingredient of the Week Derm RF | May 13, 2010 at 5:31 pm | Categories: Ingredient of the Week | URL: http://wp.me/pMnJi-7G

Avobenzone

Like zinc oxide and titanium dioxide, avobenzone is one of only three ingredients approved by the FDA that protect against aging UVA rays. Unlike zinc and titanium dioxide, however, avobenzone is a chemical, not physical, blocker that absorbs UV light and converts it into heat energy. When shopping for sunscreens, check the product’s label and make sure one of these UVA sunscreens is listed in the “active ingredients” section of the Drug Facts box. Without one of them, you will protect your skin from a sunburn but not from aging and melanoma. Find avobenzone (also called butyl methoxydibenzoylmethane) in Rodan + Fields® ANTI-AGE Skin Protectant Cream SPF 15 Sunscreen and ESSENTIALS UVA/UVB SPF 30 Sunscreen.

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Make sure you are covered...

Myth Busters Derm RF | May 10, 2010 at 6:57 pm | Categories: Myth Busters | URL: http://wp.me/pMnJi-7s

MYTH: If I am wearing an SPF every day, I am protected from the aging effects of the sun

Not necessarily. SPF (Sun Protection Factor) refers to the product’s ability to block out UVB radiation (the burning rays) but does not reflect a product’s ability to block UVA light (the more harmful radiation responsible for skin cancer and wrinkles). Make sure your daily sunscreen contains zinc oxide, titanium dioxide or avobenzone for protection against UVA rays.

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Wondering if it works?

REVERSE Results Derm RF | May 7, 2010 at 11:08 pm | Categories: Uncategorized | URL: http://wp.me/pMnJi-7k

Before REVERSE                 After 16 weeks

I had dull lifeless skin and stubborn dark marks. I started using REVERSE and in just two weeks I saw fantastic results. The results just continued to get better and after 16 weeks, my skin was radiant, youthful and glowing.

My family and friends are continually amazed at the improvement in my skin. When I tell people that I have stopped using foundation and cover-up after 40 years, they can't believe it and they want to know my secret ... then I enthusiastically share my Rodan + Fields story with them.

I continue to get comments from friends about how great my skin looks ... they all want to know my secret and I am happy to say it is Rodan + Fields.

- Katie Rubano

Rodan + Fields Executive Consultant

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Sunscreen Tips ... Just in Time!

Habits that Haunt Derm RF | May 4, 2010 at 6:57 pm | Categories: Habits that Haunt | URL: http://wp.me/pMnJi-75

Waiting until you arrive at the pool/beach/soccer game to apply your sunscreen

Under application of sunscreen tends to be the rule, not the exception. Therefore, we urge patients to layer their sunscreen. Apply your sunscreen thirty minutes before exposing yourself to the sun. Let it dry for at least fifteen minutes and then reapply another coat when you arrive at the pool, beach, soccer game or other outdoor activity. That way, you’ll have a fighting chance of achieving the full SPF rating and maximizing the potential UVA protection of your product.

Shopping by SPF number

To reap the full benefits of your sunscreen, you should be using one teaspoon to cover your face. If you are only using a thin layer, an SPF 50 isn’t really a 50. The greater the SPF, the more likely a sunscreen will be heavy, greasy and whitening on the skin, making compliance a problem. We recommend using a cosmetically elegant SPF 15 or 30 every day and reapplying it every few hours. Remember, when sunscreen is applied correctly:

SPF 15 blocks 93% of UVB rays

SPF 30 blocks 97% of UVB rays

SPF 50 blocks 99% of UVB rays

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What's Aging Your Skin May Surprise You

What’s Aging Your Skin May Surprise You Derm RF | May 3, 2010 at 10:55 pm | Categories: Uncategorized | URL: http://wp.me/pMnJi-72

In today’s youth-focused world, many women (and even some men) are prepared to spend thousands of dollars on cosmetic treatments like laser, Botox, or chemical peels to help improve their appearance. The top complexion concerns Drs. Rodan and Fields hear from their patients are dullness, discoloration and uneven skin tone, issues that may not be improved by any of these expensive procedures. Many are surprised to learn that all of these skin woes stem from sun damage and not the passage of time.  Sun damage is cumulative—that is why even 10-20 minutes of exposure each day can impact your skin in the long run. UVA light is of particular concern because it is a long wavelength, making it deeply penetrating and skin damaging. UVA is present year-round from sunup to sundown, 365 days per year, rain or shine. And it even penetrates through window glass in your house, office or car.  So whether we actively sunbathe or not, to some extent we all experience the aging effects of UVA and UVB rays. Need proof? Just compare the skin on your face to that of your sun-protected fanny and you’ll see what we mean.

The Doctors estimate that sun damage impacts more than one hundred million Americans. Dr. Rodan and Dr. Fields took this number to the streets. See what they found:

While sun damage is a huge problem, there is no need to surrender. Stay tuned this month for advice on anti-aging treatments that really work to reverse sun damage, along with tips and insights on ways to fight it. Subscribe today for instant updates and chances to win free product.

Sincerely,

Your Derm RF Team

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Confessions of a Dermatologist

Moms – We would trade nothing for our sweet treasures … even the scars we got from having them! But there is one lingering condition that you CAN do something about … melasma. I have it & am so thankful there is an effective treatment so I can look my best. Check out the blog from Dr. Fields regarding this treatable condition & then “gift yourself” this Mother’s Day by getting started on our REVERSE skin regimen. Believe me, if anyone is worth a product that is on Allure Magazine's "A List" … MOMS are!!

Confessions of a Dermatologist Dr. Kathy Fields | May 5, 2010 at 10:15 pm | Categories: Confessions of a Dermatologist | URL: http://wp.me/pMnJi-78

By Dr. Kathy Fields

I am the proud mother of two boys and I am reminded of them every time I look in the mirror. This derm’s confession … no, I didn’t get their names tattooed on my forehead … I have melasma. Also known as “the mask of pregnancy,” melasma is a hormonal disorder causing dark patches in the skin that often appears for the first time during pregnancy. It’s a disfigurement for me and one that I will always need to treat, protect and conceal to look my best, especially as an outdoor enthusiast. I’ve had to make some major lifestyle changes as a result. I used to be carefree about time spent in the sun (and always applied sunscreen). These days, even sunscreen isn’t enough, and I’ve had to pick up new summer hobbies, like scuba diving far underwater where the sun “don’t shine”.

To avoid the visible signs of melasma, I’ve had to change my habits and commit to hydroquinone-based treatments. On days where my melasma is in full swing, I apply mineral peptide treatment to help even skin tone. Whether you are experiencing melasma yourself, or know someone who is, this is a lifelong condition that ebbs and flows. Consistency is the key to management; I’ve learned to be forever vigilant about sun protection and lifestyle choices.

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