Love the Skin You ' re In
DR . AMY WOLTHOFF , MD , BOARD CERTIFIED DERMATOLOGIST
dōTERRA has hit a home run with the new skin care line ! Not only do the products improve overall skin appearance , but they now have added cutting-edge cosmeceutical ingredients that attend to the most common concerns patients ask me about regarding their skin .
General Skin Healthcare
CLEANSE : A good cleanser is important to rid the skin of excess oils , makeup , and pollution . The Creamy Facial Cleanser utilizes natural saponins of Yucca Root and Soapbark extract . It has Macadamia seed oil , vitamin E , and an amino acid derived humectant from Proline to help with conditioning the skin and protecting the barrier .
EXFOLIATE : An exfoliator is important to remove dead skin and other pore-clogging impurities . I love the Invigorating Scrub with the gentle jojoba esters that not only exfoliate , but also have moisturizing properties . The included Burdock extract can help purify and tone the skin . Ideally , the cleanser and exfoliator you use should not irritate the skin . Some of my patients feel the rougher the scrub the better results they will get . In reality , any repeated irritation can lead to long-term damage to the skin ’ s appearance .
MOISTURIZE : After gentle cleansing it is important to use a moisturizer whether your skin is oily or dry . It should be something that you do every day , just like drinking water . You should drink water whether you are thirsty or not . By the time you feel thirsty , you are likely already dehydrated . It ’ s the same with dry or cracked skin . Moisturizers play a role in not only conditioning the skin , but also reinforcing the skin ’ s natural barrier against environmental pollutants . The Anti- Aging Moisturizer does this along with the added benefit of including peptides and summer snowflake bulb extract that help with skin tone , texture , and reducing the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles . probiotics provide more intense hydration and aid in the skin barrier renewal process . Most people do not realize that even just dry skin can cause inflammation and turn into a rash . Moisturizing is the one of the most important steps in nourishing your largest organ !
PROTECT : During and after enhancing the health and appearance of your skin , you will need to protect your investment . Make sure that before stepping outside ( even if just driving in your car ) you put on a broad-spectrum sunscreen . Many of my patients are surprised to find out that UVA rays penetrate window glass . You may not realize this because it is not the sunburn ray ( UVB ), but UVA is responsible for sunspots and premature aging .
CONDITION : If your skin is a little more on the dry side , the Hydrating Cream does an amazing job at conditioning while soothing the skin . One of the main ingredients is cocoa seed butter , known to be a nutrient-rich emollient . The included
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