| | 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.
| | Ingredient of the WeekDerm RF | May 13, 2010 at 5:31 pm | Categories: Ingredient of the Week | URL: http://wp.me/pMnJi-7G |
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.
| | Myth BustersDerm RF | May 10, 2010 at 6:57 pm | Categories: Myth Busters | URL: http://wp.me/pMnJi-7s |
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.
| | REVERSE ResultsDerm 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
| | Habits that HauntDerm RF | May 4, 2010 at 6:57 pm | Categories: Habits that Haunt | URL: http://wp.me/pMnJi-75 |
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.
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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
| | What’s Aging Your Skin May Surprise YouDerm 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
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 DermatologistDr. Kathy Fields | May 5, 2010 at 10:15 pm | Categories: Confessions of a Dermatologist | URL: http://wp.me/pMnJi-78 |
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.
