Choosing the right skincare product can be confusing, especially when deciding between vitamin C and retinol. Keep reading as the skincare specialists at Belladerm MedSpa explore the benefits of vitamin C and retinol, and help you choose the right products to take your skin to the next level.

The Benefits of Vitamin C

Vitamin C is a powerful antioxidant that offers numerous benefits for the skin when used in medical-grade skincare. The top three benefits of vitamin C in medical-grade skincare are:

1. Brightening: Vitamin C helps to brighten the skin by reducing the appearance of hyperpigmentation and dark spots. It works by inhibiting the production of melanin, which is responsible for skin pigmentation. This leads to a more even skin tone and a brighter, more radiant complexion.
2. Anti-aging: Vitamin C is also known for its anti-aging properties. It helps to stimulate collagen production, which can help to reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles. Vitamin C also helps to protect the skin from environmental stressors such as pollution and UV rays, which can contribute to premature aging.
3. Protection: Vitamin C is a potent antioxidant that helps to protect the skin from damage caused by free radicals. Free radicals are unstable molecules that can damage skin cells and contribute to developing wrinkles, fine lines, and other signs of aging. Vitamin C helps to neutralize these free radicals, protecting the skin from damage and keeping it healthy and youthful.

Vitamin C Skincare at Belladerm MedSpa:

Here is a list of the vitamin C offerings that can be found at Belladerm MedSpa:

• iS Clinical® ProHeal
• iS Clinical® Brightening Complex
• Revision Skincare® C+ Correcting Complex

The Benefits of Retinol

Retinol is a powerful ingredient in medical-grade skincare that offers numerous benefits for the skin. The top three benefits of using a retinol include:

1. Anti-aging: Retinol is one of the most affective anti-aging ingredients in medical-grade skincare. It helps stimulate collagen production, improving the appearance of fine lines, wrinkles, and other signs of aging. Retinol also helps increase cell turnover, resulting in smoother, more youthful-looking skin.
2. Acne-fighting: Retinol is also an affective acne-fighting ingredient in medical-grade skincare. It helps to unclog pores, reduce inflammation, and regulate oil production. This can result in a reduction in acne breakouts and an overall improvement in the appearance of acne-prone skin.
3. Brightening and evening skin tone: Retinol can also help improve the skin’s overall texture and tone. It helps to exfoliate dead skin cells and promote cell turnover, resulting in a brighter, more even complexion. Retinol can also help to reduce the appearance of hyperpigmentation and dark spots, resulting in a more even skin tone.

Retinol SkinCare at Belladerm MedSpa:

Here is a list of the retinol offerings that can be found at Belladerm MedSpa:

• SkinMedica® 0.25 Retinol
• SkinMedica® 0.50 Retinol
• SkinMedica® 1.0 Retinol
• SkinMedica® Even & Correct Dark Spot Cream
• Revision Skincare® DEJ Night Face Cream

Vitamin C or Retinol: Which One Should I Use?

At Belladerm MedSpa, we understand that choosing the right skincare products can be overwhelming. When deciding between vitamin C and retinol, it comes down to your specific skin concerns and goals.

If you are looking for anti-aging benefits and improving the overall texture and tone of your skin, retinol is the best choice for you. On the other hand, if you want to brighten your skin and protect it from environmental stressors, then vitamin C may be the way to go. It’s even effective to incorporate both retinol and vitamin C into your skincare routine, as long as you use them at different times of the day.

Ultimately, the best way to determine which product is right for you is to consult with one of our skincare experts. We offer complimentary consultations to all of our patients. At these consultations, we assess your skin, discuss your concerns and goals, and recommend the best treatment plan for your unique needs.

Don’t hesitate to contact us today to schedule your complimentary consultation and take the first step toward achieving your skin goals!

A trio you can’t miss—SkinMedica just launched their newest line of correcting products: Even and Correct. The Even & Correct Trio is a customizable line that helps diminish the look of hyperpigmentation on the face and neck. This discoloration can include melasma, dark spots, and acne scarring. Keep reading as the skincare specialists at Belladerm MedSpa break down the differences between these products and highlight their capabilities.

Meet the Even & Correct Collection

SkinMedica’s Even and Correct products are designed for individuals who have concerns about dark spots, uneven skin tone, and overall skin discoloration.

Advanced Brightening Treatment Serum

The Brightening Treatment Serum helps to reduce dark spots and uneven skin tone. It also prevents future dark spots from forming with the help of special ingredients. This serum contains several natural extracts, such as plankton and grape extracts, which promote healthier-looking skin. In addition, the Advanced Brightening Treatment Serum has antioxidants to protect your skin from damage that can cause signs of aging.

Brightening Treatment Pads

The 3-in-1 Brightening Treatment Pads help to brighten your skin, remove dead skin cells, and prepare your skin for other skincare products. They have special ingredients that target dark spots and uneven skin tone, like glycolic acid and LTN Complex. These ingredients work together to help fade dark patches and boost collagen production, which can make your skin look plumper and more youthful. The pads also contain witch-hazel, which helps to control excess oil and reduce bacteria on your skin that can lead to acne.

Dark Spot Cream

This Dark Spot Treatment cream by SkinMedica helps to reduce the appearance of dark spots and acne scars. Unlike the Even & Correct Advanced Brightening Treatment Serum, which is applied all over your face, this cream is meant to be applied only to the dark spots themselves. The cream contains a special ingredient called 8% LTN Complex™, along with other helpful ingredients like retinol, glycolic acid, vitamin C, and kojic acid derivative. Together, these ingredients work to improve the texture and tone of your skin, making it look brighter and more even.

Am I a Good Candidate for Even & Correct?

These products may be especially helpful for people who have hyperpigmentation or melasma, as well as those who want to reduce the appearance of acne scars or other types of scarring. Additionally, the products may be beneficial for people who are looking to brighten and improve the overall texture and tone of their skin.

It’s always best to consult with the skincare professionals at Belladerm MedSpa to determine if a professional skincare product is right for your skin type and individual needs.

The best part about this collection is that there is a product for everyone! And right now, Belladerm MedSpa is offering the complete collection for only $290—that’s over a $30 savings! This bundle is while supplies last, so call us at 763-494-9905 to reserve your Even & Correct Collection today.

Not every skincare product you try is a game-changer, but the DEJ Daily Boosting Serum™  might be the essential addition to your skincare routine that you have been looking for. Read along as the skincare specialists at Belladerm MedSpa reveal how to boost your youth with the DEJ Daily Boosting Serum.

What is DEJ Daily Boosting Serum?

Revision‘s latest release, DEJ Daily Boosting Serum, features the newest technology in anti-aging products. This serum promotes a patented Sunflower Sprout Extract Technology that is clinically proven to improve the effects of skin glycation. Additional ingredients include Vitamin C to help protect your skin from free radical damage, Hyaluronic Acid to add hydration and keep skin looking soft and supple, and postbiotics to help strengthen your microbiome. Translation: this formulation is an anti-aging powerhouse.

What Makes it Unique?

Not only does this product make the skin look younger, but the formulation makes the skin act younger, too. Moreover, it boosts skin elasticity, strengthens the skin barrier, and supports skin’s energy source. Unlike drugstore anti-aging products, DEJ Daily Boosting Serum has clinical studies that prove its efficacy both immediately and long-term. Patients reported that their skin looked hydrated, plump, and vibrant. In addition, there was a notable improvement of the appearance of roughness, firmness, fine lines and wrinkles, and overall evenness.

Who is a Good Candidate?

In addition, the use of the serum supports natural collagen and elastin to promote firmness and elasticity for long-term skin health. What’s more, the usual signs of photodamage are also improved. This includes uneven tone and texture and visible wrinkles.

This serum is free of fragrance, alcohol, artificial dyes, parabens, and phthalates. It is formulated for all skin types and conditions and is best used daily morning and evening.

Eager to see what the Revision DEJ Daily Boosting Serum can do for your skin? Stop by or shop Belladerm MedSpa for this and other renowned medical-grade skincare products.