Peachy the Magazine Spring 2021 | Page 117

BEAUTY
Skinceutical ’ s CE Ferulic is another gold standard product that has been proven effective in clinical studies . If you are price point sensitive , check out BeautyStat ’ s Universal C Skin Refiner which also includes L-Ascorbic Acid . But here ’ s a caveat — if your Vitamin C is brownish in color , it may have oxidized and is no longer as effective .
There are many great ways to start on a retinoid . During the COVID lockdown , when I wasn ’ t getting out to my trusted stores and go-to experts , I subscribed to Curology which sends me a customized prescription product right to my door . Revision Skincare Retinol Complete 0.5 and Obagi Retivance are both super gentle and non-irritating options .
At your next skin care appointment , ask for a prescription for the lowest percentage tretinoin ( 0.025 %) and then work your way up to higher doses as your skin adjusts over time . SPRING 2021 115