Chemical peels have long been a staple in the aesthetic medical clinic, but with patients having less free time there is a strong demand for accelerated results post treatment. Dermalogica PRO Retinol Accelerator has been formulated to accelerate the skin’s natural renewal process and boost the results after professional exfoliating treatments, providing a noticeable difference.
So, what is all the fuss about retinol?
Revisiting retinol
Our skin naturally produces a retinoid compound known as retinoic acid, which strongly influences epithelial differentiation and proliferation. Retinoic acid contributes to a normalised rate of cell turnover and desquamation, decreasing the build-up of dead cells on the surface of the stratum corneum which can cause rough skin texture.
Retinol and retinoids are the gold standard in skin treatments and products when it comes to targeting lines and wrinkles, as well as uneven skin tone and texture.
Retinoids are an umbrella term for the entire family of Vitamin A derivatives, helping to regulate cell turnover and collagen production, which enables a healthier-looking skin with less noticeable pigmentation concerns, such as sunspots or post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation.
Retinol, a member of the retinoid family, is well-known for visibly reversing the signs of skin ageing. This fast-acting oil soluble molecule easily penetrates the stratum corneum and fully delivers the active ingredients to stimulate keratinocyte activity.
Topically applied, retinol needs to be converted by the skin into retinoic acid in a two-step process: firstly, skin enzymes convert retinol to retinaldehyde and then from retinaldehyde into retinoic acid. By accelerating the rate of cell turnover in the skin, new, fresh skin cells can make their way to the skin’s surface faster than they would naturally. This helps to reduce fine lines and wrinkles and deliver improved skin texture while evening skin tone.
Why choose Dermalogica PRO Retinol Accelerator
Dermalogica’s PRO Retinol Accelerator is a professional-strength gel-serum that provides:
- accelerated cellular turnover for faster results
- maximised peel results
- a brighter and smoother skin.
Dermalogica PRO Retinol Accelerator accelerates cellular turnover and triggers post-treatment flaking, maximising and expediting the results of peels and resurfacing treatments. Clients looking for immediate advanced results, especially in conjunction with resurfacing services, can achieve these results with Retinol Accelerator.
Another standout feature of the Dermalogica PRO Retinol Accelerator is its versatility. It’s suitable for all skin types, from oily to dry and sensitive.
This industry-first formula contains a powerful blend of actives including:
- a 3.5% retinol, retinyl propionate and encapsulated retinol complex to accelerate cellular turnover for faster chemical peel results.
- 5% niacinamide to improve skin smoothness, reduce fine lines and wrinkles, reduce dark spots, provide antioxidant benefits and help clear the skin.
- Stevia extract to soothe the skin and provide retinol-like properties that enable a gentle and more natural alternative to retinoids while achieving similar rejuvenating results.
- Alcohol-short chain molecules to make the intercellular lipids more fluid, which helps with the penetration of the product.
Dermalogica PRO Retinol Accelerator is applied at the end of a professional resurfacing treatment by a trained Dermalogica professional. Once applied, Retinol Accelerator is either left to process for 10 minutes or, if the client would like accelerated peeling and resurfacing, the formula can be left on the skin for up to four hours. The client can then remove it at home with cleanser and then apply dermal layering products such as moisturiser and sunscreen.
Post procedure, clients must ensure they are gently cleansing their skin, moisturising and applying an SPF such as Dermalogica Porescreen SPF 40 or Dynamic Skin Recovery SPF 50 during the day and a hydrating moisturiser at night. Clients must not use any other actives such as hydroxy acids or other retinol type products during the peeling and flaking days. After flaking concludes, Dynamic Skin Retinol Serum can be added into the routine to continue age-management benefits.
Dermalogica’s PRO Retinol Accelerator will take your in-clinic service offerings and results to the next level for your clients. As they begin to see advanced results in a fast timeframe, they are guaranteed to rebook!
Before & After treatment with Dermalogica PRO Retinol Accelerator
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Available to Dermalogica stockists on 16th October 2023.
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