Don't go to bed naked!

That's right!

Let me clarify. Feel free to wear, or not wear, whatever you would like on your body, but when it comes to your skin listen to the doctor's orders.

What does Dr. Clinton suggest?

Dr. Clinton recommends her patients apply a product that contains Vitamin A to their skin on a regular basis. Vitamin A is a key ingredient in skin rejuvenation and anti-aging products. Dr. Clinton is very excited about SkinMedica's new Tri-Retinol Complex ES.

What's so great about this particular product?

Tri-Retinol Complex is clinically proven to repair and regenerate the skin. With three forms of vitamin A in a retinoid formulation of 1.10% this product will:

• Diminish the appearance of fine lines and coarse wrinkles by stimulating collagen production.
• Stimulate cell regeneration and cellular turnover to enhance skin tone and texture and reduce age spots.
• Encourage improved skin elasticity and firmness and minimize collagen loss.

Sounds pretty amazing, right? Well to be honest it is!

I forgot to mention that Tri-Retinol Complex gradually releases into the skin delivering all the benefits of a traditional Retin A product without the skin irritation Retin A's are known for. This is truly a new favorite of the staff at Timeless Skin Solutions.

Want to know more? Ask Dr. Carol

or stop into the office.

Allyson’s Pick …

As a new Mom, efficiency is KEY! The most I can get done in the least amount of time is my constant goal. That's why Skin Medica's TNS Essential Serum and TNS Ultimate Daily Moisturizer with SPF are two of my faves! They both pack a powerful punch by combining multiple ingredients into one product. Beautiful! TNS Essential Serum is an AWESOME anti-aging product and TNS Ultimate Daily Moisturizer is the perfect daytime sunscreen. Both are staples in my skincare regimen!


Kristy’s Pick …

I’m a gadget person so my favorite products have to be my Clarisonic Opal and Clarisonic Brush. Honestly I was doubtful that either could make a difference in my skin but they have!

Don’t believe me? Stop in the office and check out my 47 year old skin! It looks pretty darn good.

I use the Clarisonic Opal morning and night around the eye area – and when I am out of the eye serum contained in the Opal I simply use my Obagi Elastiderm Eye Gel - another favorite. After I am done with the eye area I move on to my upper lip area. Although the Opal is designed for around the eye I figure it can’t hurt to infuse a little product into the upper lip area where women my age start to form lines!

The Clarisonic Brush is perfect to remove that extra layer of sunscreen I have been applying to my face all summer along with any dead skin cells that need a bit of help sloughing off. Better yet the products I am using can penetrate my skin better making them 30% more effective.

The best is that you can buy them both this week and save $113!


Amanda’s Pick …

I have been dealing with small breakouts off and on for about 6 months now and it took quite a while to find something that worked well for my skin. After trying to self medicate and do things my way, I took Dr. Clinton’s advice and found haven in the SkinMedica Acne Toner and the Derma-RX Blemish Spot treatment. I have to be honest, someone with more severe and persistent acne problems would probably need a more revved up skin care regimen, but this turned out to be the perfect combination for me. The Purifying Toner contains 2% Salicylic Acid and is gentle and non-drying. I use it twice a day right after washing and it leaves my skin with a nice tingly clean feeling. The Blemish Spot treatment is a really neat little concoction made of Sulfur, Salicylic Acid and Zinc Oxide. I use it at night before bed and just sleep in it, and if I wake up with a new pimple I put it on while I’m getting ready and take it off before putting on my makeup. It really dries up my pimples fast and I love it!

Kate's Pick ...

I have always had acne prone skin, so thick luxurious moisturizers or sunscreens are on my list of things to avoid. It wasn't until I came across SkinMedica’s AHA/BHA Cream that I was able to introduce a moisturizer into my life! This cream boasts the power to exfoliate, revitalize and protect skin with a combination of 15% alpha-and beta-hydroxy acids as well as antioxidants. I started using it at nighttime to help with some of the texture and dryness that I was getting from other acne fighting products and now I’m hooked! It is basically a blend of both glycolic and salicylic acid delivered in the form of a moisturizer. I use it 1-2 times daily and notice that it not only provides my skin with the hydration it needs but has made my makeup go on smoother as well.

2nd Annual Education Event and Raffle on May 8!

Get informed on how to improve and maintain your skin. Educational forums presented at Timeless Skin Solutions to include makeovers from head to toe, get your car detailed at the same time and makeover your body with a Boot Camp by Fitness Edge. Come on Friday, May 8, 10am- 1pm to win the following fabulous prizes and learn more about good health.
Look Flawless on the Fairways Event
with Timeless Skin Solutions
this Friday, May 8, from 10am - 1pm

Makeover your skin, body, hair and car! Over $10,000 including in Raffle Giveaway!

Grand Prize Giveaway includes:

Timeless Skin Solutions
. Up to $4000 in laser services on one body area of your choice
. 80 units of Botox
. 2 syringes of dermal filler
. Skin care products specific to your skin care needs

Fitness Edge Training - 3 day boot camp

Hair Resources - $200 hair make over

Park Detailing - Executive Car Detail, a dealership oil change and a
full tank of gas!


At least 12 other gift baskets will be given away during the event
including:
. Botox and Juvederm
. Latisse
. SkinMedica products
. Clarisonic Brush
. Full Obagi Kit
. NIA24 products
. Fitness Edge 3 day boot camps
. Express Car detailing
. Complements Interiors
. Recipe Express Catering

Save 10 percent on appointments and products purchased at the event!

RSVP www.timelessskinsolutions.com or 614-799-5100.

*must be present to win

31 South High Street, Dublin, OH
See www.timelessskinsolutions.com for more information and parking
details.

TNS Essential Serum

SkinMedica on Today

The SkinMedica line of skin care products, featured at Timeless Skin Solutions, is making news nationally. The Today Show featured two SkinMedica products in one week! Deramal Repair and TNS Recovery Complex were displayed front and center.

Here's some information on the hot products:

SkinMedica TNS Recovery Complex

Twice daily application improves the appearance of the skin, makes fine lines appear less visible and gives the skin a healthier look. TNS Recovery Complex, the most advanced formulation available, takes your complexion beyond AHAs, Retinols, and Topical Vitamin C, for improving the health and appearance of sun damaged and aging skin without burning, peeling or irritation.

SkinMedica Dermal Repair Cream

Dermal Repair is the most advanced formula combining the highest levels of Antioxidants, Vitamins C and E, Retinol, Hyaluronic Acid, and Omega-3 Fatty Acid in a luxurious moisturizing base.

Each application delivers a more vibrant, younger and healthier complexion.

Jennifer Aniston's Favorite Product

Last night VH1 (the cable music channel) aired the "Celebrity Hotness Report" as part of their Fabulous Life series. The program featured Jennifer Aniston, "Rachel" from Friends. According to the show, one of Jennifer's favorite skin care products is SkinMedica's TNS Recovery Complex. You can find this fantastic product at Timeless Skin Solutions.

Here's some more information about TNS Recovery Complex:
Your skin and body are capable of cellular regeneration and healing. You are a marvel of flexibility and recovery. TNS Recovery Complex has replicated the body's pure and natural cellular restructuring process into a potent facial skincare treatment that has been clinically proven to enhance skin texture, improve elasticity and reduce the appearance of age spots and blotchiness.

Are you worried about your pore size?

Do You Have Porexia?

Allure Magazine recently published an article highlighting a growing quest for smaller pore size. The term "Porexia" was given by a professor of dermatology to describe our preoccupation with a desire for "impossibly small pores". In the pursuit of perfect skin, many consider large pores undesirable. Smaller pore size does reflect light better and gives a more youthful appearance. Pore size is largely determined by genetics, skin type and age. As we age, we start to lose collagen and elastin that help to support the pores causing them to sag around the edges and look larger (imagine what a deflated inner tube would look like).

We must remember that pores are a biologically necessary component to our skin and to get rid of them is impossible. However, there are some things that can be done to improve the size and appearance of them making them far less noticeable.

Over the counter products will help them to look clearer but once you stop the product, the pores will return to their original condition. Exfoliating cleansers with salicylic acid, lactic or glycolic acid all stimulate cell turnover and help to clean pores. Moisturizers should be oil-free with the addition of Vitamin C or retinol to increase cell renewal and collagen production. Sunscreen is a must and needs to offer both UVA and UVB coverage. Masks with algae firm the skin and masks with clay will absorb oil.

Unfortunatley, many people do not notice dramatic improvement with over the counter products. Timeless Skin Solutions provides a variety of products and procedures, only available through a physician's office, that offers more aggressive options in our quest for smaller pore size.

Our Obagi product line contains a system of products that work together to improve overall skin texture and tone. The prescription strength Retin A in this product will give more dramatic results than over the counter retinoid products to improve cell turnover. The system also includes prescription strength Hydroquinone which will improve any dark spots or hyperpigmentation in the skin that might have been caused by previous blemishes or sun damage. The Toner portion of the system will help with oil control and the exfoliator and sunscreen will help with cell turnover and help to prevent any future sun damage respectively. Our TNS SkinMedica system will give similar results as the Obagi line but with a less aggressive form of Retin A, retinol. This would be more appropriate for people with sensitive skin. Our Anthelios line of sunscreen is the only sunscreen on the market with the patent for the protection of short UVA rays. The short UVA rays penetrate deepest into the skin and are the rays of ultraviolet light that can pass through glass.

Our physician strength chemical peels combined with regular medical grade microdermabrasion (the Silk Peel in our office) will promote exfoliation to improve overall texture and rejuvenation of the skin. Intense Pulse Light combined with Laser Genesis will target uneven tone and decrease sebaceous gland activity to reduce oil production. This in turn will reduce the tendency of the pores to be clogged with sebum (oil) which leads to cleaner and smaller appearing pores. The IPL component of this treatment also moderately stimulates collagen which will reduce the laxity of the skin and will help to support the edges of the pores. The Titan 3-D procedure is combination of the IPL and Genesis along with the addition of the Titan laser. The Titan laser targets the fibroblasts in our skin which are the cells responsible for the production of collagen and helps to stimulate their activity. As we age, the fibroblasts slow down in their production of collagen which cause skin laxity. The skin laxity is usually most evident in the jowl line and neck but it also affects the edges of the pores as mentioned above.

All of the above products and procedures offer significantly more benefit than just reduction in pore size which we will be happy to review during the consultation process.

Kristyn's Review of SkinMedica

Kristyn is a patient of Dr. Carol Clinton. She is using the SkinMedica line to treat skin discoloration due to sun damage, acne, and pregnancy. She will be documenting her treatment and progress on this blog. This isn't an endorsement or paid advertisement for SkinMedica.

Entry 7

This weekend I took a big step. I went make-up free! I have relied on concealers and foundation and powder for more than a decade and on Saturday I decided to go without makeup. Every time I looked in the mirror I expected to see a blotchy complexion. Instead, I noticed a pretty even skin tone. This stuff must be working!


Entry 6

Now more than a month into treatment I think my skin has maintained the improvement I saw a couple weeks ago, but I'm not seeing additional results. The discoloration from pregnancy and acne has faded but not to the extent I thought it would. Perhaps I'm disillusioned by the images I see in magazines. I'll never be a poster girl for clear skin, but perhaps as I continue with the the SkinMedica line I'll continue to see baby steps of improvement. Like I mentioned in previous posts, these products don't give me clearer skin. In fact, I think I've had a slight increase in acne and irritation. But, the tone is better. I noticed in another post that Jennifer Aniston is a fan of TNS. Since my use of TNS is in conjunction with other products, it's hard for me to say if it's working or not. But if it will help me look as young as she does 10 years from now, I'm going to stick with the program.

Entry 5

I'm now a couple weeks into my treatment and I can say I haven't missed an application. Overall I think the look of my skin is improving. The color is starting to look more balanced and my skin is smooth. The only complaint I have, which probably isn't attributed to the products, is that my acne has gotten worse. I typically have a few bumps around the sides of my nose and chin, but now I'm seeing regular acne in those areas. Frustrating! I have had a head cold for the last week and a half, so we'll see once the cold subsides if my skin improves too.

Entry 4

I continue to see good results with the products. My skin tone is slowly improving and I haven't had any side effects. However, I do think my acne breakouts are consistent with what I was experiencing before starting this routine - no better/no worse. The next time I see Dr. Clinton I'm going to ask her if there is something I could/should be doing for the breakouts. I don't want to use too much product.

Entry 3

I'm a week into my new skin care routine and so far so good. I've had a mild acne breakout this week, but that's to be expected as the products I'm using aren't designed to treat acne, they're for discoloration. I don't think the products are aggravating my current acne condition. I've had it all my life. I do know it's not making it any worse. That's a pleasant non-side effect! The color and tone of my skin is improving. I can't wait to see the improvement continue. I'm eager to go makeup free once the weather gets warmer.

Entry 2

Today is day five of my treatment. I've followed Dr. Clinton's instructions perfectly and I can say that I'm starting to see a difference. I'm not ready to head out the door without makeup on, but I can see subtle improvement. The intense redness is starting to fade and my skin's texture is smooth. As with my experience with past products, I expected to see my acne flair up. Don't you always have to look worse before you look better? With this system, you don't. Perhaps it's because I'm treating the side effects of unbalanced skin instead of treating acne. My oil production isn't as intense and my makeup goes on smoothly.

Another note about these products is that they don't have an intense scent. The 2x daily process is pleasant and I'm eager to see the improvement continue.

Entry 1

I've been a guinea pig for various acne products since I was 12 years old. I've tried every over-the-counter remedy, microdermabrasion, vitamins, harsh prescription topicals, etc. On occasion I would see good results, but they didn't last. I always led myself to believe that as I aged, the acne problem would go away on its own. Now at 30, I know that's partially true. My acne breakouts aren't as bad as they were in my teens and early 20's. But today I have a whole new set of skin issue that I didn't anticipate. The years of acne have left an uneven skin tone. Combine that with many summers working as a lifeguard and skin discoloration from pregnancy and you get a pretty big mess. Anyone who has skin issues knows the toll it can take on you physically and emotionally. Before my wedding five years ago I was concerned that a breakout would ruin my big day. I've probably spent thousands of hours applying concealers, foundations, highlighters, etc. to cover up what I didn't want people to see. Today, I hope the SkinMedica TNS Regeneration System can help me take charge of my skin.

I never go to bed with make up on and I cleanse my face twice a day. I also apply Anthelios SX sunscreen to my face every morning. I would give myself an A+ for maintenance. So I think I'll be a good subject for this test. Last night I began my regimen by cleansing with SkinMedica Facial Cleanser. Unlike other cleansers, it didn't dry out my face and it also didn't leave my face feeling oily. It just felt clean. Then I applied one pump of the Retinol Complex from the SkinMedica TNS Regeneration System. This product didn't rub on smoothly like I expected it to. I don't think there's anything wrong with the texture...it's just not what I expected. My third step was to apply SkinMedica's EpiQuin Micro skin lightening moisturizing cream. This product felt great. Similar to acne products like Oxy, the lotion can rub off on fabrics and take away the color - so I was sure to sleep on an old pillow case.

When I woke up this morning my skin wasn't oily or dry. It felt balanced. My morning regimen included washing with the facial cleanser and using one pump each of the TNS Rgeneration System TNS Recovery Complex and Vitamin C Complex. I then followed up with the Anthelios SX sunscreen. So far so good. The products didn't make it difficult for me to apply make up.

It's now 11 a.m. (4 hours after this morning's applications) and my skin isn't oily. Of course the color hasn't improved just yet (that would be a miracle), but so far I'm satisfied.

More later.