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Why Skin Ages

Simply put, everything is slowing down and does not have the ability to repair like it did when we were younger.

RA Pro Youth -10 products address all components of cellular aging. We cannot just focus on collagen/elastin and leave antioxidants and ATP energy enhancement out of the equation. The true lasting results just won’t be there! It is also important to remember: do not over exfoliate the skin, but begin to feed it, allowing natural exfoliation to take place.

Our skin cells have a natural turnover ability and cycle. When we are younger this is taking place about every 28 days. This is great and skin is softer and stays young looking. As we get into our 30’s this begins to change and slow down. Cell turnover slows down to 40-45 days in many cases. When this happens texture starts to change, wrinkles begin to form and cells age faster.

Why does this 40-45 day cellular turnover happen? Your cells communicate to each other, and in order for cells to let go, you need resources like collagen & elastin to help the process. As with many components slowing down, our resources are becoming depleted and so our cells will stay on skin until more resources are available. Here is where it gets tricky. Many times we force exfoliate at this point. The negative to this is the cells will respond and use the already depleted resources to protect the skin, which in the long run repeats a vicious cycle leading to a thinner, more sensitive aged skin.

Our Pro Youth answer is giving you lifestyle formulations that build & strengthen, while supporting the skin internally. This begins to naturally increase the cellular turnover which, in turn, speeds our turnover rate closer to that 28 day cycle!

Vitamin A is vital in feeding the dermis with resources. Outside of needing support for cellular energy we believe it is the #1 Pro Youth ingredient!

Our RA Pro Youth -10 line has two, very effective lifestyle friendly vitamin A’s for nightly use: Synergy A and ChronoPeptide A



There are two other factors that affect the aging of the skin: intrinsic and extrinsic aging.

Intrinsic (Internal)

Intrinsic aging is biological aging that occurs naturally as we get older. Nutrition and overall body health are key contributors to accelerating internal aging. Over time, the body experiences a breakdown in its ability to communicate, repair and function optimally. Glycation is another concern that affects the body and skin over time. Losing resources such as collagen, elastin and hyaluronic acid all increase aging.

Extrinsic (External)

Extrinsic aging is a result of our daily environment. Exposure to UV rays, pollution, climate and stress all contribute. Harsher environments cause a breakdown on the epidermis layer of skin, pulling antioxidants and impacting DNA repair, which then, increases inflammation and lipid breakdown.

External stress is also a major part of extrinsic aging; stress shortens the health of your DNA, and can actually cause it to shut down, resulting in DNA damage. This causes a breakdown in cell-to-cell communication. At the cellular level, there is a decrease in the stem cells’ reproductive abilities, as well as impairments to the mitochondrial function. The communication becomes flawed and leads to mutations in the DNA. These mutations also affect the skin’s ability to repair itself.

Both internal and external stressors affect cellular energy. Every function needs energy. This energy is starting to slow down as we age naturally, but many of these concerns cause our energy to overwork and fade out even quicker. One key ingredient that can help to boost cellular energy is pyruvic acid. This can be found in our Mandelic Arginine Serum, which can be a powerful anti-aging ally.

Cleansing

This is the first step of your regimen. 

We recommend applying 1 pump of cleanser onto clean, damp hands and gently massaging into the skin.  Add more water to create lather and work into skin for 1-2 minutes.  Remove with gentle (soft) white cloth for several rinses if needed.  Pat or air-dry skin before applying next step. 

Cleansing is the most important step in any regimen.  Mixing a non-active cleanser into an active cleanser helps reduce dryness and avoid over-exfoliation.  Use a soft cloth or 4x4 gauze to remove. 

Tonic

This is the next step of your regimen after cleansing.  We typically recommend tonics being applied in the AM due to their antioxidant properties and increased protection.  Depending on the tonic, application may range from one to three times per week, to a daily application.

We recommend applying 1-2 pumps of tonic onto a clean cotton round or 2x2 gauze pad.  Apply to clean, dry skin.  Let product absorb.

Tonics deliver powerful antioxidants and nutrients to skin.  For toners containing more actives, spot treating or limiting application to 2-3 times per week is advised.

Building & Strengthening (AM)

The products in this category are typically applied in the AM as many formulations contain potent antioxidants and stem cells to increase protection throughout the day.  These products may be changed seasonally as well.  They are applied after the cleanser and tonic steps. 

We recommend applying 1-2 pumps onto fingertips and gently massage into clean, dry skin.  Let serum absorb.  May layer moisturizer overtop.    

Correctives (PM)

These are considered rejuvenating formulations as the products in this category contain vitamin A’s (retinol and retinal) and a variety of acids.  They are recommended for use at night, applied after cleansing.     

We recommend applying 1 pump onto clean, dry skin.  Let product absorb.  May layer moisturizer overtop.  SPF use during the day is recommended when using Correctives.

These rejuvenating formulas increase cellular turnover and refine skin texture.  This category contains formulas that replenish collagen and elastin, stimulate cellular energy, and many are considered lifestyle-friendly!

Hydrators & Moisturizers

This category focuses on balancing or increasing hydration in the skin.  Our formulas hydrate skin from the inside, out and provide additional support to skin.  We offer a range or hydrators depending on texture and weight of hydration needed.  Lipid-based serums may be used as hydrators and replenishing these lipids are essential for slowing down the aging process. 

These may be applied AM and/or PM and may be changed seasonally or depending on what the skin is experiencing. 

We recommend applying 1-2 pumps onto fingertips and gently massaging into clean, dry skin or over your favorite RA Building & Strengthening or Corrective serum. 

Excellent Additions to Regimen

Scrubs

These formulations help increase cellular turnover and include a variety of exfoliants – ranging from jojoba esters, Mother of Pearl extract and acids.  Scrubs are perfect to use one time per week and are to be used after cleansing in either the AM or PM regimen. 

We recommend applying a small amount into damp hands; apply to face and neck.  Gently massage into skin or allow to sit on skin for several minutes (like a mask).  Rinse thoroughly with warm water.  Pat skin dry.

Enzymes

The products in this category are a great way to increase exfoliation, soften skin texture, reduce cellular buildup, and provide overall rejuvenation.  Enzymes are to be used once per week.

We recommend applying a thin layer onto clean, dry skin – avoiding the eye area.  Leave on up to 10 minutes.  Rinse well with cool water and soft cloth.  Pat skin dry and follow up with your favorite RA mask, serums and moisturizer. 

Masks

Masks are a great way to increase hydration, antioxidants, circulation, firmness and more!  Masks are typically used once per week but depending on the mask and skin concern, twice per week may be more effective. 

We recommend applying a thin layer onto clean, dry skin – avoiding the eye area.  Leave on 10-15 minutes.  Rinse well with cool water and soft cloth.  Pat skin dry and follow up with your favorite RA serums and moisturizer.      


Should you experience any dryness or sensitivity with any RA formulation, contact your licensed RA professional for guidance on usage and tips to introduce products to your home care regimen

Cleansing

This is the first step of your regimen.

Apply 1 pump of cleanser onto clean, damp hands and gently massaging into the skin. Add more water to create lather and work into skin for 1-2 minutes. Remove with gentle (soft) white cloth for several rinses if needed. Pat or air-dry skin before applying next step.

This is the most important step of any acne regimen! Rotating or having two cleansers can help keep skin responding. It is very important to use a soft cloth or 4x4 gauze to remove.

Tonic

This is the next step of your regimen after cleansing.

Apply 1-2 pumps of tonic onto a clean cotton round or 2x2 gauze pad. Apply to clean, dry skin. Let product absorb.

Tonics are a vital component in most acne regimens. These may be used full face or as a spot treatment over acne blemishes. Depending on the tonic, application may range from one to three times per week, to a daily application.

Building & Strengthening (AM)

Apply 1-2 pumps onto fingertips and gently massage into clean, dry skin. Let serum absorb. May layer moisturizer overtop.

The products in this category are typically applied in the AM as many formulations contain important antioxidants as well as necessary wound healing and scar reducing properties.

Correctives (PM)

Apply 1 pump onto clean, dry skin. Let product absorb. May layer moisturizer overtop.

Correctives are great for boosting cellular exfoliation. Follow directed use on each product to increase optimal results.

Hydrators & Moisturizers

This is the last step of your regimen.

Apply 1-2 pumps onto fingertips and gently massaging into clean, dry skin or over your favorite RA Building & Strengthening or Corrective serum.

Hydration is very important for acne skin as it brings balance. Our formulas supply healing properties, anti-inflammatory and anti-bacterial support. These may be applied AM and/or PM.

Excellent Additions to Regimen

Scrubs

Apply a small amount into damp hands; apply to face and neck. Gently massage into skin or allow to sit on skin for several minutes (like a mask). Rinse thoroughly with warm water. Pat skin dry.

Scrubs are a great way to increase cellular exfoliation, soften texture and support a healthier complexion. Scrubs are typically used once per week.

Enzymes

Applying a thin layer onto clean, dry skin – avoiding the eye area. Leave on up to 10 minutes. Rinse well with cool water and soft cloth. Pat skin dry and follow up with your favorite RA mask, serums and moisturizer.

Enzymes are a great way to boost exfoliation, reduce bacteria and impurities. We recommend to use once per week.

Masks

Apply a thin layer onto clean, dry skin – avoiding the eye area. Leave on 10-15 minutes. Rinse well with cool water and soft cloth. Pat skin dry and follow up with your favorite RA serums and moisturizer.

Masks can reduce breakouts and assist in healing blemishes. Masks are typically used once per week.

Should you experience any dryness or sensitivity with any RA formulation, contact your licensed RA professional for guidance on usage and tips to introduce products to your home care regimen.

Cleansing

This is the first step of your regimen. 

We recommend applying 1 pump of cleanser onto clean, damp hands and gently massaging into the skin.  Add more water to create lather and work into skin for 1-2 minutes.  Remove with gentle (soft) white cloth for several rinses if needed.  Pat or air-dry skin before applying next step. 

Cleansing is the most important step in any regimen.  This step can help introduce lighteners and brighteners into the skin, starting the process of a luminous, healthy glow. 

Tonic

This is the next step of your regimen after cleansing.  We typically recommend tonics being applied in the AM due to their antioxidant properties and increased protection.  Depending on the tonic, application may range from one to three times per week, to a daily application.

We recommend applying 1-2 pumps of tonic onto a clean cotton round or 2x2 gauze pad.  Apply to clean, dry skin.  Let product absorb.

A tonic can be a game-changer for pigmented skin!  This formula is designed to increase lightening and brightening support, while increasing UV protection. 

Building & Strengthening (AM)

The products in this category are typically applied in the AM as many formulations contain potent antioxidants and ingredients to repair damage, rebuild the skin, and assist in lightening and brightening complexions.  These products may be changed seasonally as well.  They are applied after the cleanser and tonic steps. 

We recommend applying 1-2 pumps onto fingertips and gently massage into clean, dry skin.  Let serum absorb.  May layer moisturizer overtop.   

Correctives (PM)

These are considered rejuvenating formulations as the products in this category contain vitamin A (retinal) and a variety of brightening acids.  They are recommended for use at night, applied after cleansing.    

We recommend applying 1 pump onto clean, dry skin.  Let product absorb.  May layer moisturizer overtop.  SPF use during the day is recommended when using Correctives.

Formulas in this product category will boost exfoliation, suppress melanocyte activity, lighten and brighten the skin.  We recommend using our potent skin lightener as a spot treat and cycle on and off every three months for skin health.

Hydrators & Moisturizers

This category focuses on balancing or increasing hydration in the skin.  Pigmented skin may be drier due to the increased depletion and damage.  Our formulas go beyond just hydration at the superficial level; they strengthen the skin and promote a healthy glow. 

These may be applied AM and/or PM and may be changed seasonally or depending on what the skin is experiencing. 

We recommend applying 1-2 pumps onto fingertips and gently massaging into clean, dry skin or over your favorite RA Building & Strengthening or Corrective serum. 

Excellent Additions to Regimen

Scrubs

These formulations help increase surface exfoliation and reveal a lighter and brighter complexion.  Scrubs are perfect to use one time per week and are to be used after cleansing in either the AM or PM regimen. 

We recommend applying a small amount into damp hands; apply to face and neck.  Gently massage into skin or allow to sit on skin for several minutes (like a mask).  Rinse thoroughly with warm water.  Pat skin dry.

Enzymes

An enzyme is a great addition to a home care routine as they boost surface exfoliation, suppress melanin, and result in a lighter and brighter complexion.  Enzymes are to be used once per week.

We recommend applying a thin layer onto clean, dry skin – avoiding the eye area.  Leave on up to 10 minutes.  Rinse well with cool water and soft cloth.  Pat skin dry and follow up with your favorite RA mask, serums and moisturizer. 

Masks

A mask will help boost antioxidants, circulation, and reveal a healthier complexion!  Masks are typically used once per week but depending on the mask and skin concern, twice per week may be more effective. 

We recommend applying a thin layer onto clean, dry skin – avoiding the eye area.  Leave on 10-15 minutes.  Rinse well with cool water and soft cloth.  Pat skin dry and follow up with your favorite RA serums and moisturizer.     

 

Should you experience any dryness or sensitivity with any RA formulation, contact your licensed RA professional for guidance on usage and tips to introduce products to your home care regimen

Cleansing

This is the first step of your regimen. 

We recommend applying 1 pump of cleanser onto clean, damp hands and gently massaging into the skin.  Add more water to create lather and work into skin for 1-2 minutes.  Remove with gentle (soft) white cloth for several rinses if needed.  Pat or air-dry skin before applying next step. 

Cleansing is the most important step in any regimen.  The formulas in this category assist in reducing redness, inflammation and negative pathogens.  Consider alternating or mixing a non-active cleanser into an active cleanser to increase hydration. 

Tonic

This is the next step of your regimen after cleansing.  We typically recommend tonics being applied in the AM due to their antioxidant properties and increased protection.  Depending on the tonic, application may range from one to three times per week, to a daily application.

We recommend applying 1-2 pumps of tonic onto a clean cotton round or 2x2 gauze pad.  Apply to clean, dry skin.  Let product absorb.

The tonics for rosacea include powerful antioxidants, anti-inflammatory, and anti-bacterial ingredients.  They are designed to help strengthen and protect the skin. 

Building & Strengthening (AM)

The products in this category are typically applied in the AM as many formulations contain stem cells, vitamins, and antioxidants to help strengthen and protect the skin.  In addition, healthy lipids replenish an impaired barrier.  These products may be changed seasonally as well.  They are applied after the cleanser and tonic steps. 

We recommend applying 1-2 pumps onto fingertips and gently massage into clean, dry skin.  Let serum absorb.  May layer moisturizer overtop.   

Correctives (PM)

Formulas in this category are recommended for use at night, applied after cleansing.    

We recommend applying 1 pump onto clean, dry skin.  Let product absorb.  May layer moisturizer overtop.  SPF use during the day is recommended when using Correctives.  We recommending using 1-3 nights per week as you start to introduce a new corrective to your regimen. 

Correctives contain actives including encapsulated vitamin A (retinol and retinal), plus acids to decrease cellular buildup, reduce negative pathogens, stimulate fibroblast activity and cellular energy.  They not only assist in controlling the progression of rosacea but address aging concerns. 

Hydrators & Moisturizers

Moisture loss may lead to an impaired barrier function, increasing inflammation and redness.  Lipid and cell-strengthening ingredients nourish and protect the skin. 

These may be applied AM and/or PM and may be changed seasonally or depending on what the skin is experiencing.  Consider mixing a few drops of a lipid-based serum into a cream-based moisturizer for maximum hydration.    

We recommend applying 1-2 pumps onto fingertips and gently massaging into clean, dry skin or over your favorite RA Building & Strengthening or Corrective serum. 

Excellent Additions to Regimen


Masks

Masks for rosacea skin help keep it healthy, soothed, and calm!  Formulated with ingredients to reduce inflammation, redness, and negative pathogens, masks are typically used once per week but depending on the mask and skin concern, twice per week may be more effective. 

We recommend applying a thin layer onto clean, dry skin – avoiding the eye area.  Leave on 10-15 minutes.  Rinse well with cool water and soft cloth.  Pat skin dry and follow up with your favorite RA serums and moisturizer.     

 

Should you experience any dryness or sensitivity with any RA formulation, contact your licensed RA professional for guidance on usage and tips to introduce products to your home care regimen

Cleansing

This is the first step of your regimen. 

We recommend applying 1 pump of cleanser onto clean, damp hands and gently massaging into the skin.  Add more water to create lather and work into skin for 1-2 minutes.  Remove with gentle (soft) white cloth for several rinses if needed.  Pat or air-dry skin before applying next step. 

Cleansing is the most important step in any regimen.  These cleansers are formulated with specialized surfactants that leave the lipid profile intact. 

Building & Strengthening (AM)

The products in this category are typically applied in the AM as many formulations contain stem cells, vitamins, and antioxidants to help strengthen and protect the skin.  A compromised skin is depleted and the formulas in this category are vital for results.  These products may be changed seasonally as well.  They are applied after the cleanser and tonic steps. 

We recommend applying 1-2 pumps onto fingertips and gently massage into clean, dry skin.  Let serum absorb.  May layer moisturizer overtop.   

Correctives (PM)

Formulas in this category are recommended for use at night, applied after cleansing.    

We recommend applying 1 pump onto clean, dry skin.  Let product absorb.  May layer moisturizer overtop.  SPF use during the day is recommended when using Correctives.  We recommending using 1-3 nights per week as you start to introduce a new corrective to your regimen. 

Ingredients like encapsulated vitamin A (retinal) and l-mandelic and pyruvic acids work to rebuild the dermis, strengthening the skin.  These formulas are considered lifestyle-friendly, which means they are gentle but effective!    

Hydrators & Moisturizers

Hydration is an imperative step in restoring the skin.  The formulas in this category do more than just increase hydration.  They support new cell strengthening, reduce inflammation, and provide immediate relief to the skin. 

These may be applied AM and/or PM and may be changed seasonally or depending on what the skin is experiencing.  Consider mixing a few drops of a lipid-based serum into a cream-based moisturizer for maximum hydration.   

We recommend applying 1-2 pumps onto fingertips and gently massaging into clean, dry skin or over your favorite RA Building & Strengthening or Corrective serum. 

Excellent Additions to Regimen

Masks

A weekly mask is therapeutic for compromised skin as they soothe and restore.  Masks are typically used once per week but depending on the mask and skin concern, twice per week may be more effective. 

We recommend applying a thin layer onto clean, dry skin – avoiding the eye area.  Leave on 10-15 minutes.  Rinse well with cool water and soft cloth.  Pat skin dry and follow up with your favorite RA serums and moisturizer.     

 

Should you experience any dryness or sensitivity with any RA formulation, contact your licensed RA professional for guidance on usage and tips to introduce products to your home care regimen