We asked our Facebook fans a question recently that garnered great feedback. “If you had one wish, what would you change about your skin?”
We got the impression most women make this wish every morning. The replies rolled in quickly and were clearly defined. And, each was different from the previous one.
Why did we ask? To help grant the wishes, of course. So, Facebook fans, here you have both the cause and solution to your skincare concerns. Check back Monday for part two.
Katie’s wish: More even skin tone
Cause: Aside from genetics and hormonal changes, diet (excessive sugar causes inflammation), irregular sleep, sun exposure and fragranced cosmetics are the culprit here. Alcohol ingredients, combined with sun exposure, will create uneven skin tone in no time. That’s why many women have red blotches on their necks, where they spritz their perfume.
Solution: Our DNA Kit and Exfoliating Polish can improve the entire unevenness in three weeks. Together, these products will turnover old skin cells and prevent future photodamage. We repeat, three weeks.
Xochitl’s wish: Get rid of dry patches during winter months
Cause: Less humidity in the air during colder months and dry, heated air indoors dry out your skin. Washing with hot water only exacerbates the dryness. Skin cells go dormant and accumulate at the surface of the skin, causing dry, flaky skin.
Solution: DO NOT over-moisturize. The answer here is exfoliation. You want to get rid of the old, inactive skin cells and generate new, healthy ones. Don’t wash with hot water and use Exfoliating Polish. You’ll notice an instant difference.
Lauren’s wish: Get rid of dark circles under her eyes
Cause: Besides genetics, particularly if you descend from India or the gulf countries, causes are usually sleep-related. Don’t overdo or underdo it. Sleeping on your stomach and excessive salt intake can add puffiness to your problems.
Solution: Sufficient sleep and Intense Eye Repair will do the trick. Optical diffusers reduce the dark circles and peptides make the skin stronger. Dr. Obagi called it Intense Eye Repair for a reason.
I have undereye bags which have been there for decades, okay I am 58… That is the FIRST thing I see when I look in the mirror and I loathe them. Plastic surgery is not an option so I was wondering, is there anything else in addition to what you have already recommended minimize their appearance? Concealers in my opinion just draw attention to them and at 58, my eyeglasses do detract from them somewhat but I still see them.
I do everything I can : sleep on my back until my husband nudges me to rollover because I am snoring(embarassing), drink plenty of water, get enough sleep and yes, I do have allergies but anyway….
Last year when you “opened my eyes” to learn that some of the NuDerm products, including 0.1% Tretinoin could be used in the eye area,what a revelation!!! I used Elastiderm creme at night and during the daytime I would use the ZO Skin Health Olluminate eye creme.
In the evening when a light application of Clear or Tre/Blender, then I will follow with a light application of Elastiderm for moisture.
In the fear of sounding like a product junkie, truthfully speaking would Olluminate used during the day be beneficial for me and use the Elastiderm at night?
Please do not take offense at the “product junkie” remark as your facial products are the ONLY ones I use. No mixing of manufacturers going on here!!!
I look forward to your imput and your candor. I really do dislike these bags, I wish they were just things I could have aspirated and drained.
Hello Anne,
Thank you again for your kind feedback. Sometimes, surgery is the only alternative if you have tried everything else. You seem to be properly applying the program to your skin and following tips that are not meant to totally prevent fluid retention (eye bag), but help to significantly reduce them. Things good be a lot worse if you didn’t take the precautions you take above. Keep up the good work. There is only so much we can do, before natural aging, genetics, and gravity take over.
Best,
Dr. Zein E. Obagi
Dear Dr. Obagi,
I have undereye bags which have been there for decades, okay I am 58… That is the FIRST thing I see when I look in the mirror and I loathe them. Plastic surgery is not an option so I was wondering, is there anything else in addition to what you have already recommended minimize their appearance? Concealers in my opinion just draw attention to them and at 58, my eyeglasses do detract from them somewhat but I still see them.
I do everything I can : sleep on my back until my husband nudges me to rollover because I am snoring(embarassing), drink plenty of water, get enough sleep and yes, I do have allergies but anyway….
Last year when you “opened my eyes” to learn that some of the NuDerm products, including 0.1% Tretinoin could be used in the eye area,what a revelation!!! I used Elastiderm creme at night and during the daytime I would use the ZO Skin Health Olluminate eye creme.
In the evening when a light application of Clear or Tre/Blender, then I will follow with a light application of Elastiderm for moisture.
In the fear of sounding like a product junkie, truthfully speaking would Olluminate used during the day be beneficial for me and use the Elastiderm at night?
Please do not take offense at the “product junkie” remark as your facial products are the ONLY ones I use. No mixing of manufacturers going on here!!!
I look forward to your imput and your candor. I really do dislike these bags, I wish they were just things I could have aspirated and drained.
Fondly,
Anne
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Truly,
Anne
Hello Anne,
Thank you again for your kind feedback. Sometimes, surgery is the only alternative if you have tried everything else. You seem to be properly applying the program to your skin and following tips that are not meant to totally prevent fluid retention (eye bag), but help to significantly reduce them. Things good be a lot worse if you didn’t take the precautions you take above. Keep up the good work. There is only so much we can do, before natural aging, genetics, and gravity take over.
Best,
Dr. Zein E. Obagi