![]() ![]() Step 4: Oil Control Lotion with SPF 20 (zinc oxide and titanium dioxide)Īcne is tough. Also contains B vitamins and ceramides to help retain moisture in the skin. 5% benzoyl peroxide (antibacterial + anti-inflammatory). Alpha hydroxy acids for gentle exfoliation to remove any remaining residue on the skin/unclog pores. Also formulated with botanical extracts which have antibacterial properties and work to soothe and heal inflamed skin. 3% sulfur works to unclog pores and reduce inflammation associated with acne. Plus I always found sulfur to be the only thing that even had a chance against my cystic pimples. As far as the sunscreen - I don't think SPF 20 is good enough especially when you're trying to prevent acne scarring. Her skin looks great! And I think I agree that the sulfur wash is the rock star product here. So now she only uses the sulfur wash, an over-the-counter Neutrogena benzoyl peroxide cream, and Differin. Plus, she told me that in her opinion, the sulfur wash was the product that was really helping her acne. ![]() She noticed a significant improvement in her acne, but she couldn't afford to continue on the regimen (this one cost $180 for a 2 month supply). I gave this set to my sister for Christmas last year and she used it along with Differin gel. ![]() This retails for $199 for a 2-month supply. If you don't have any specific concerns such as acne or pigmentation issues then this would be the regimen I would recommend to anyone and everyone. This is also the one that I currently use. In other words it's the "anti-aging" regimen. The Redefine regimen is formulated for the the improvement of appearance of fine lines, pores and loss of firmness. Keep in mind, the best way to find what's best for your specific needs is to see a dermatology practitioner. This will be lengthy, so feel free to hit 'control F' to type in the regimen you have considered or your specific skin concern in order to jump ahead. products with similar ingredients that target the same specific concerns, but cheaper cost wise. I will be explaining the Rodan + Fields regimens and then listing the alternatives I found that are similar - i.e. But if you don't have that kind of money to invest into your skin then I feel ya, and your girl is still here for ya! The alternatives are also high quality products that I have thoroughly researched. So I have done some research and I've compiled some potentially more affordable alternative regimens for each of them including Reverse 'lightening'/ Reverse 'brightening' for sun damaged skin or stubborn dark spots, the Redefine regimen for the improvement in appearance of pores/prevention of fine lines and wrinkles, the Soothe regimen for sensitive skin, and the Unblemish regimen for acne. I do believe that all of these listed regimens include high quality ingredients that have shown excellent results. However I can understand that they are pricey, and many people would like to know of cheaper alternatives. ![]() Many people appreciate the simplicity of a complete regimen with steps, and from personal experience and the experiences of my patients I have found that the products really do make a difference. There is a regimen that targets dark spots and uneven skin tone, one that targets redness or hypersensitivity, one to treat acne or acne prone skin, and one that decreases the appearance of enlarged pores while diminishing/preventing fine lines and wrinkles. And I don't mind that! I will often recommend a Rodan + Fields regimen because each one caters to most specific skin concerns that I hear on a daily basis. Because I am a dermatology professional and I blog about skincare people often ask me for skincare regimen recommendations. ![]()
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