| | A Chance to Win...Derm RF | June 24, 2010 at 10:49 pm | Categories: Uncategorized | URL: http://wp.me/pMnJi-9H |
Getting a close shave is an art form… Tell us your shaving tips and tricks within the next 24 hours by commenting on this post to be entered in a raffle to win our Ultimate Shave Package— SOOTHE Sensitive Skin Treatment and ENHANCEMENTS Body Micro-Dermabrasion.
| | Common QuestionsMary Radford, RN | June 25, 2010 at 6:37 pm | Categories: Common Questions | URL: http://wp.me/pMnJi-9K |
June 25, 2010
I play tennis and constantly need to wipe off the sweat and re-apply sunscreen, but I don’t have time to go to the locker room. What can I do?
We suggest using the multi-functional ANTI-AGE Eye Cloths to gently remove sweat and grime while simultaneously providing powerful anti-aging and restorative benefits. Skin feels clean and refreshed. Follow with your broad-spectrum sunscreen and get back to the court in record time.
I’m an African-American man and have a terrible time with beard bumps and ingrown hairs. Can you help me?
Use a good razor blade and change it every few days and store it in a dry place. Avoid the disposable razors which have poor quality blades and can worsen this problem. To buff off dry skin and “lift up” the hairs, glide the ENHANCEMENTS Body Micro-Dermabrasion gently over the beard area after the skin has been slightly moistened, then shave. Follow with SOOTHE Sensitive Skin Treatment and SOOTHE UVA/UVB SPF 15 Sunscreen.
| | Myth BustersDerm RF | June 23, 2010 at 6:50 pm | Categories: Myth Busters | URL: http://wp.me/pMnJi-9E |
MYTH: Men just need soap and water
Most men will claim that the bar soap they use for their body is all they need to cleanse their face and hair. But no bar of soap can combat the aging effects of the sun, lifestyle and the passage of time. And men are beginning to learn that to look good and maintain healthy skin, more than soap is needed. A recent magazine poll found that more than 30 percent of men admitted to using their significant others’ skincare products when they were not looking. Real men take control of their skin so stop sneaking and start treating.
| | Dermatology 911Dr. Kathy Fields | June 21, 2010 at 7:21 pm | Categories: Dermatology 911 | URL: http://wp.me/pMnJi-9v |
By Dr. Kathy Fields
Patient Name: Michael*
Gender: Male
Age: 53 years old
Concern: yearly checkup
Doctor’s Notes:
Michael has been my patient for almost five years. At the request of his wife, he started coming in for yearly checkups. Michael is your typical “man’s man” … a hiker, biker and golfer who always steered clear of using skincare. He did turn over a new leaf when he married and started applying sunscreen to his face.
He’s been very healthy in the past few years, but this appointment I had to deliver some bad news … Michael had skin cancer on his left ear.
The sad truth is, this is not uncommon. In fact, according to the Skin Cancer Foundation, the majority of people diagnosed with melanoma are white men over the age of 50, and that risk continues to increase with every decade. And what’s more, they also found that men over the age of 40 have the highest annual exposure to UV rays.
Even men who are the most diligent with their sunscreen often forget their ears and their hairline. As hair recedes with time, most men forget to apply sunscreen on those newly exposed areas. And this can have huge implications, especially for golfers and outdoor enthusiasts, like it did with Michael. And the same applies for women. So cover up with a hat and sunglasses and apply sunscreen to all exposed areas, doctor’s orders!
*Patient name has been changed to protect privacy
| | Common QuestionsMary Radford, RN | June 18, 2010 at 10:02 pm | Categories: Common Questions | URL: http://wp.me/pMnJi-9q |
June 18, 2010
I was diagnosed with rosacea. What is it and what should I use?
Rosacea is characterized by intense and frequent flushing or blotchy redness, the appearance of “broken blood vessels” on the cheeks, chin, nose, and in most cases, acne-like pimples. In fair-skinned people, particularly of Scottish, Irish and English descent, early signs of rosacea may be the pink, flushed cheeks of youth. Eventually, rosacea progresses to a permanent redness of the mid-face, cheeks, nose and chin, along with pustules and red inflammatory acne bumps. Rosacea is often incorrectly referred to as adult acne, but it lacks the comedones (blackheads and whiteheads) of acne vulgaris.
In a clinical study on people exhibiting hypersensitive skin, including mild to moderate rosacea, our SOOTHE Regimen reduced redness by 58% and overall irritation by 78% in just five minutes with improved benefits with daily use.
| | Skinpact News: The Perfect ShaveDerm RF | June 17, 2010 at 1:34 am | Categories: Uncategorized | URL: http://wp.me/pMnJi-9l |
While Robert Pattinson’s new “scruffy” look only seems to intensify his fan base…the ladies most close to him might not be so enamored. Getting up close and personal is rough when facial hair is involved! This Father’s Day, help the men in your life get their best shave ever with insider tips from Dr. Katie Rodan and Dr. Fields in the newest webisode of Skinpact News, “The Perfect Shave”.
Watch now on the Rodan + Fields facebook page for the dermatologist-approved routine for his smoothest skin yet.
| | Habits that HauntDerm RF | June 15, 2010 at 7:40 pm | Categories: Habits that Haunt | URL: http://wp.me/pMnJi-9h |
Ignoring thinning hair
It is much easier to keep the hair you have than it is to regrow hair you have lost. Heredity, hormones and age all contribute to hair loss. The sooner you start treating thinning hair, the better. Treatments that contain minoxidil, a medication approved by the FDA to slow or stop hair loss, will also help thicken existing hair so you can hold on to it longer. Time is not on your side so don’t delay … act today.
| | Common QuestionsMary Radford, RN | June 11, 2010 at 7:06 pm | Categories: Common Questions | URL: http://wp.me/pMnJi-9e |
June 11, 2010I have white dots on my arms and I’m deeply tanned. What causes this?
Persistent sun damage may eventually cause some of the pigment-producing cells to die, leaving white confetti-like spots technically known as guttate hypomelanosis on the skin. UVA rays further damage your RNA (ribonucleic acid), which is located in the cytoplasm of cells and contains the instructions for all the chemical reactions within the cell. This UVA damage compromises your body’s ability to repair itself. And most problematically, UVA rays can mutate your DNA, eventually leading to skin cancer.
Summer is just around the corner and my back is broken out. What can I use?
‘Bacne’ is difficult to conceal during summer. The blemishes pop up unexpectedly and seem to last forever. We suggest using the UNBLEMISH Acne Treatment Sulfur Wash to clear and prevent breakouts from head to toe. You can also use ENHANCEMENTS Body Micro-Dermabrasion as a daily three in one exfoliator to remove dry skin, cleanse and condition skin.
Congratulations! I am thrilled to tell you that Rodan + Fields® Dermatologists has won two important awards from the Direct Selling Association (DSA): The Excellence in Salesforce Development Award and the Rising Star Award. The Excellence in Salesforce Development Award recognizes a company that has implemented an innovative salesforce development program with demonstrated results.
The Rising Star Award recognizes one up-and-coming direct selling company that has dedicated itself to achieving a high standard of excellence in business operations. Rodan + Fields was honored for its proven products, powerful brand recognition and unparalleled business opportunity, marking it as a company positioned for strong growth.
Message me to find out how you can position yourself to be first as this company expands nationally!
Myth Busters
MYTH: Shampooing less often will minimize dandruff
Dandruff is caused by flaking skin on your scalp. While it is counter-intuitive, the more you shampoo the better when it comes to combating this flaky skin. The natural oils your scalp produces will not combat the underlying cause of dandruff as effectively as the medicines in dandruff shampoo. If you struggle with dandruff, we recommend you look for a shampoo with tar, pyrithione zinc, salicylic acid, selenium sulfide, sulfur or ketoconazole—all ingredients approved by the FDA to fight dandruff.
| | Common QuestionsMary Radford, RN | June 4, 2010 at 5:24 pm | Categories: Common Questions | URL: http://wp.me/pMnJi-90 |
June 4, 2010I’ve worked up to using the REVERSE Regimen every day, but I’m noticing that my cheeks are dry, red and a little irritated. Can you give me some advice?
Many times, dry, red and irritated skin on the cheeks or the chin area is the result of over exfoliation. Using the product in one place too long or under too much pressure can disrupt the delicate lipid barrier and lead to cosmetic intolerance syndrome.
To quickly correct this problem, stop using the REVERSE Regimen for 2-3 days and during this time use a gentle cleanser and 1% hydrocortisone cream over the irritated areas and follow with a gentle moisturizer. Once the skin appears back to normal, follow these new tips:
1. Change the way you scrub. Most people apply the cleanser to the palms of their hands and place their hands on the cheeks then vigorously rub. We suggest applying the cleanser to the finger pads and, using small circles, gently massage the entire face evenly. Finger pads have the most sensitivity and can detect pressure better. Do not stay in one place too long. Let the product do the work--no extra pressure is required.
2. Do not use a wash cloth or oscillating brush to cleanse as they absorb much of the treatment wash (wasteful) and may cause over exfoliation. Also, wash cloths are notorious for harboring bacteria.
3. Gradually introduce the products again and layer a moisturizer over the REVERSE Skin Lightening Treatment. Build up to twice daily use as tolerated.
Do I need to wear sunscreen a cloudy day?
Yes, you need a broad-spectrum sunscreen that combat both UVB and UVA rays, everyday, rain or shine.
The sun emits three different kinds of rays, two of which reach the earth. We’ll begin with UVB rays, which you are no doubt familiar with, as these are the rays that cause painful and visible sunburns. UVB rays are the burning rays your mother always warned you about. They are strongest between 10:00 a.m. and 2:00 p.m. during the summer months when sunlight hits the earth more directly.
UVA radiation, on the other hand, is omnipresent striking the earth and your skin from sunup to sundown, rain or shine, 365 days a year. The rays are equally as strong at 7:00 a.m. as they are at noon and at 5:00 p.m. They are so powerful they can penetrate clouds, rain, snow, glass, some plastics and clothing (especially loose cotton weaves and wet fabrics). UVA rays are long rays that penetrate deep into the dermis, causing tremendous damage over time. They have the ability to destroy our collagen and elastin, causing wrinkles and sagging. UVA rays also stimulate pigment-producing melanocytes to release brown melanin, resulting in “liver spots” on the face, hands and chest—a true hallmark of aged skin.
| | Ingredients of the MonthDerm RF | June 3, 2010 at 9:54 pm | Categories: Ingredient of the Week | URL: http://wp.me/pMnJi-8P |
RFp3
RFp3 is our proprietary, multi-tasking peptide technology that combines oligopeptide-10 to kill bacteria, tetrapeptide-16 to block inflammation, and a protease inhibitor to maximize the effectiveness of these peptides and prolong the treatment benefits. It’s so effective, it’s clinically-proven to decrease redness, peeling, dryness, stinging and overall irritation within five minutes of use.
Rodan + Fields® RFp3 peptide technology is available exclusively in SOOTHE Sensitive Skin Treatment (ideal as an after-shave balm) and ENHANCEMENTS Mineral Peptides SPF 20 (for no-mess, on-the-go sunscreen application).
These chlorophyll-containing organisms provide water-binding properties to hydrate skin’s surface. Algae also provide antioxidants to reduce free radical damage that can accelerate aging.
Find hydrating algae in Rodan + Fields ENHANCEMENTS Body Micro-Dermabrasion.
| | The Ins and Outs of Male SkincareDerm RF | June 1, 2010 at 10:26 pm | Categories: Uncategorized | URL: http://wp.me/pMnJi-8B |
Do men really care whether their appearance is better described as tired and haggard rather than rugged and outdoorsy? Yes, more and more men do. The men of “yesteryear” never ventured into the world of skincare beyond using a bar of soap. Today’s guys are more often caught sneaking a dollap of eye cream or a scoop of micro-dermabrasion paste from their wife or girlfriend’s stash. But let’s face it, compared to women, men have a long way to go before fully embracing the “metrosexual man” within. And perhaps this is because there is less pressure for men to look young. Jane Fonda said it best: “Women are not forgiven for aging. Bob Redford’s lines of distinction are my old age wrinkles.”
While the wrinkle on a man’s face might be “distinguished,” the cause can be dangerous … lethal in fact. According to the Skin Cancer Foundation, the majority of people diagnosed with melanoma are men over the age of 50, and that risk continues to increase with every decade. And, they also found that men over the age of 40 have the highest annual exposure to UV rays. Not surprising considering most men are not diligent daily sunscreen users.
This month we will focus on men’s skincare, offering tips and advice for protecting the health of male skin. So whether you’re a man looking to dive into your first skincare routine or a woman looking out for a special man in your life, you’ll want to stay tuned this month to learn the ins and outs of male skincare.
As always, we love to hear from you, so let us know what you think.
Sincerely,
Your Derm RF Team
