How to remove sun damage at home
Sun Damage
What can be done for sun damaged skin?
PROTOCOL FOR REDUCING SUN DAMAGE AT HOME:
My best advice is to first seek a serious skin renewal with either a deep peel, laser or series of resurfacing treatments through your local dermatologist or skincare facility.
Unfortunately, right now, this is not an option for many of us and we are looking for what we can do at home.
With that in mind, know that until you really remove that top damage layer, you won't get optimal results but you can make a dramatic difference in the tone, texture and brightness. You can also work to lighten those spot and freckles (melasma) that years of sun have brought forth.
First, choose your peel:
-Microdermabrasion
-Glycolic or Acid peel
-Enzyme peel
Each of these is worthy; they are different in depth and abilities.
Microdermabrasion is excellent for instant results. It is not my favorite as it can cause damage and even exacerbate lines, etc., but it can be used occasionally without trouble. If it's your go-to choice, it's fine.
My favorite are the acid peels or enzyme masks. They tend to go just a bit deeper than the dermabrasions and they leave a beautiful smooth finish.
Do a series of glycolics/acid peels weekly for at least 6 weeks for best results.
Avoid retinols when using any acid peels. Put about 5-7 days in between your last retinol use (especially if you are using a very potent type) and your first peel. Avoid using retinols during your 6-week peel phase.
REGENERATE YOUR SKIN
Next, think about regenerating your skin. The NeoGenesis Booster or Recovery is excellent at this. They are also very good to use after a peel.
For lightening those spots, you can use a lightening serum or a brightening treatment like the DN64 brightening set. This works really well to help lighten and brighten overall. This whitening serum can be used daily for enhanced effects.
NOTE: Do not do any microneedling right after your peel - allow 24 hours and then proceed to microneedle treatments after a peel.
LED LIGHT FOR BRIGHTENING SPOTS
Last, consider adding a LED treatment with red light (collagen boosting) and/or green light (brightening). If you have the TMP device, use these setting or the multi-light flashing which is my FAVORITE for a blast of brightening!
Stick with the regimen consistently to get the best results!
Sun damage took a while to surface; it will take some time to disappear, but if you are consistent, you can work wonders at home with a good regimen.
4GF RESURFACING AT HOME - 75ML WITH CICATRIX GROWTH FACTOR
Brighten and tone with this true home resurfacing and collagen regeneration facial pro-level treatment!
This is a high-concentration brightening serum containing EGF (Epidermal Growth Factor), Arbutin, and Hyaluron.
The EGF generates collagen and elastin, and the arbutin that controls melanin helps skin to achieve clear and bright skin. The hyaluronic, which is a strong water-attractor, keeps moisture inside and helps maintain dewy skin. Excellent for anti-aging, super hydration and bright, glowing skin tone!
Includes:
Enzyme Deep Clear Powder Wash x 1
DN64 Needle x 1
Brightening Stem Cell ampoule 5ml x 1
Sculplla Promoter Repair Cell Cream 50ml x 1
Exoderm Sheet Mask x 3pc
AVOID SUNLIGHT
Be sure to use extra high SPF/good quality sunscreen when doing retinols/peels. Your skin will be extra sensitive so avoid sunlight and slather it on!
REMOVAL OF THE OLD SKIN TO REVEAL NEW SKIN
Best accomplished with a light, gentle peel in a series, like this goat milk peel. Very gentle, yet effective for reducing old pigmentation and helping to reveal a brighter overall skintone.
MGF RENEWAL SERUM
I am loving the new MGF Renewal Serum...
This serum is a hybrid serum packed full of amazing ingredients. Usually skincare companies don't "blend" serious skincare as much as I've always wanted. I hate layering a bunch of stuff...even as a skincare "junkie," I like using things that are lightweight, but power-packed vs. layer upon layer.
These new formulations are perfect if you like lightweight and almost hyaluronic acid-type but with mega-moisture.
I've been testing this one (there are a few others and I Vitamin C one that I will be testing). I have used it on my face and hands, and I have to say I'm pretty impressed.
Especially because if something works on my dry, crinkly hands, it's impressive! This I leave by my sink and after washing/drying hands, I put a drop of two on the back of my hands and rub together.
It's super light and absorbs fast so it's not greasy or heavy ... at all. Virtually no scent, either.
My special use bonus tip:
Use this on clean skin, then add your conductive gel prior to device treatments. Since it's oil-free, it's a perfect skincare booster under conductors!
And it's a BIG bottle...no teeny little dropper bottle. It's going to last a while so you feel OK about using it on face, neck/dec and hands!
Update: There is new smaller bottle now available!