We love what we do. And while each person has unique skin concerns (don't worry, we'll discuss all your skin care product options with you during your visit), we wanted to create product bundles that would best target the most common specific skincare concerns.
And oh, did we! Grace Aesthetics and Wellness has created Dermalogica product bundles that can be purchased right here in the office. These products are a great place to start, based on the basics of a double cleanse regimen, then a serum, moisturizer and SPF that best targets your skin concern.
PS: If you are feeling unsure as to what to choose, we are always happy to help.
FOR EVERYONE: THE DOUBLE CLEANSE
No matter what your skin concern, a great double cleanse is a must for everyone. These products are a great place to start.
Precleanse
This is step one in your double cleanse. Remember…like dissolves like. This oil based cleanser will break through even the toughest of water resistant mascara to gently remove make-up, sunscreen, and a full day’s exposure to whatever you encountered in your environment. Bonus…it smells amazing.
Special Cleansing Gel
The second step in your double cleanse. After rinsing the precleanse off your skin, apply the cleansing gel. Gently message all over your face, neck, and decollete. Rinse clean. Your skin is already starting to feel amazing.
SKIN CONCERN: SENSITIVE, IRRITATED, OR POST-PROCEDURE SKIN
We will recommend a very mild, gentle regimen to you to follow for the days after certain procedures like microneedling or chemical peels. This regimen is so calming and gentle, it is also great for those of you with sensitive skin or skin that become easily irritated.
Ultracalming Cleanser
This is a great alternative to the special cleansing gel as your second step in the double cleanse. This product is a non foaming cleanser that is gentle and glides across the skin. A few key ingredients include raspberry fruit extract to help soothe inflamed skin and cucumber extract to help cool and calm the skin.
Ultracalming Serum Concentrate
Great for all skin concerns but amazing for post procedure to help calm and soothe the skin while also interrupting inflammatory triggers to help prevent flare ups for sensitive skin. This can be used morning and night.
Calm Water Gel moisturizer
This is a great light weight moisturizer for sensitive skin. It is also a great moisturizer to use in the summer months when a heavier cream may feel like too much. This moisturizer contains glycerin which is great at hydrating and softening the skin. It also contains two types of hyaluronic acid which are great at locking in moisture. Aloe vera gives it that extra boost for helping with irritation.
Invisible Physical Defense SPF 30
We have so many spf favorites, but this one is in Emma’s top three for physical (or mineral) sunscreens. This is ideal for post procedure skin as it provides broad spectrum UVA and UVB protection via zinc oxide. When initially applying you will see a light white cast, however, this quickly resolves as the product absorbs into your skin. Some bonus ingredients include several antioxidants including matcha green tea. It also contains hyaluronic acid to help moisturize the skin and mushroom complex to help soothe the skin.
SKIN CONCERN: HYPERPIGMENTATION
This bundle can stand on its own or can be used in combination with other products when addressing multiple skin concerns. These products will help give your skin a boost in brightness as well as help to fade those pesky dark spots. These are great products to help maintain the improved skin integrity you will find post microneedling or chemical peels but would need to be placed on hold for about a week immediately post procedure (but that’s why we have a great post procedure regimen already planned for you.)
Powerbright Dark Spot Serum
You will find this serum in Emma’s regimen. It contains one of her favorite ingredients, niacinamide! Link to prior ingredient blog post This also contains several antioxidants as well as shiitake mushroom which helps to brighten the skin. This can be used in the morning and evening after a double cleanse.
Powerbright Moisturizer SPF 50
We love a great SPF 50. In addition to great UVA/UVB coverage, this contains niacinamide, hyaluronic acid to help moisturize the skin, multiple antioxidants and licorice root extract which helps to soothe the skin. This is a chemical sunscreen, so you may want to avoid applying this around the eye area if you are prone to sensitivity.
Powerbright Overnight Cream
As the name implies this is a great moisturizer for night time. Once again a favorite ingredient, niacinamide, makes an appearance in this formula as well as licorice extract and several antioxidants. Be sure this is used after any night time serums you may apply.
SKIN CONCERN: ACNE PRONE OR OILY SKIN
AGE bright clearing serum
This serum is great for acne prone or oily skin as well as those looking for a gentle daily chemical exfoliation. This serum contains salicylic acid, a beta hydroxy acid (or BHA) which penetrates into pores to help prevent breakouts and gently exfoliate the skin. Niacinamide is included in this formula as well as shiitake mushroom to help with skin brightness. This serum can be used twice daily.
Skin smoothing cream
Moisturizing is just as important for those of you with acne or oily prone skin as it is for those with dry skin. This lightweight moisturizer contains several types of antioxidants as well as aloe and a special formula to help moisturize the skin for up to 48 hours.
Oil Free Matte SPF 30
This sunscreen is working hard for you protecting your skin from UVA and UVB as well as working to control shine. Niacinamide makes an appearance in this sunscreen as well as caffeine. This chemical sunscreen could be irritating to the eyes, so caution when applying near this area.
Clarifying Backacne Spray
Although not a key player in our bundle, this product is great for those suffering from body acne. The main ingredient, salicyclic acid, helps to prevent break outs while Moroccan argan oil helps to balance excess oil and redness while witch hazel and tea tree oil help to soothe and cool the skin. This is great to use in between body chemical peels offered at the clinic.
SKIN CONCERN: DRY SKIN
Circular hydration serum
There are so many reasons to love this serum. Its ingredients include hyaluronic acid as well as polyglutamic acid which help to hydrate the skin. Algae extract helps to hydrate the skin and there are multiple plant derived amino acids to help trap water to further hydrate the skin. This also contains lactic acid, an alpha hydroxy acid, to help smooth and brighten via gentle exfoliation.
Active Moist Moisturizer
This is a great day time moisturizer that hydrates without an oily shine. Cucumber extract helps to soothe and hydrate the skin. Use after the circular hydration serum to help lock in the serum’s ingredients.
Dynamic Skin Recovery SPF 50
This may be Emma’s favorite chemical sunscreen. The feel of your skin after application is unlike any other spf plus its an spf 50! This is more emollient than some sunscreens, but for dry skin it’s just right. This is a chemical sunscreen, so caution should be taken when applying near the eyes as it can cause irritation.
Intensive Moisture Balance
For night time moisture, this product will be your new go to. Hyaluronic acid comes to play in this formula as well as severe prebiotic complexes that help to nurture your skin’s “good bacteria.” This moisturizer can be used morning or night if desired.
SKIN CONCERN: MATURE SKIN
You may be wondering what skin concerns are encompassed in the catch all label “maturing skin.” If you are over the age of 30, you will likely be able to relate to one of these concerns, whether it is fine lines and wrinkles, loss of luminosity, hyperpigmentation or drying of the skin.
We have to admit, Dermalogica offers so many great products for mature skin that it was a challenge to narrow it down, but we think we created a great bundle for you.
Phyto nature firming serum
A great day and night time serum, this product helps to improve the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles as well as improve luminosity. It contains several antioxidants as well as plant based ingredients to help with skin brightening. It also contains a fan favorite, hyaluronic acid.
Super Rich Repair
As the thickest of all Dermalogica moisturizers, this product utilizes evening primrose, shea butter, coconut and vitamin E to help improve the skin’s barrier and protect against transepidermal water loss. Colloidal oatmeal and zinc oxide help to soothe the skin. This is ideal for night time use but can be used in the day time for those with severely dry skin.
Porescreen SPF 40
As we age, pores can enlarge. This combination of physical and chemical sunscreens protects the skin from UVA and UVB rays while also creating a blurring effect of your pores. This sunscreen contains niacinamide as well as squalane to help with softening and smoothing the skin. There is a slight tint to this sunscreen. As there are chemical sunscreens in the formula, care should be taken when applying around the eyes as this can be irritating.
Dynamic Skin Retinol Serum
This retinol serum is a great introduction to vitamin A derivatives used to target fine lines, skin texture and help promote collagen production. This should be used at night prior to applying your moisturizer.
WE GOT YOU
Ready to pick up your bundle? Or make an appointment? Or just chat more about your skincare concerns and how we can best address them? Give us a call, or book your appointment or virtual consultation here.
Grace Aesthetics and Wellness
Where beauty meets well-being
1030 Liberty Rd, Ste 100, Eldersburg, MD
443-398-8425
Disclaimer: The insights shared in this blog post are meant for educational and informational purposes, crafted with care to empower your journey towards wellness. However, please remember that they are not a replacement for personalized medical advice or consultation. Your unique needs deserve the attention of a qualified professional for accurate diagnosis and tailored treatment. We're here to support you on your path to radiant health and beauty!
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