SKIN ACADEMY

Why Medical Grade is the way to go

Also known as cosmeceutical skincare, medical-grade skincare is designed (and clinically proven) to effectively target and treat a variety of skin conditions such as acne, ageing, pigmentation, rosacea and many more of your daily skin concerns. The concentration of active ingredients is greater than what you can find over the counter, and offer unique molecular delivery systems to target the deeper layers of your skin with timed release to ensure that the results are fast, effective, and will continue to work through day, and night long.

WHY MEDICAL GRADE IS BETTER

High Street vs. Cosmeceutical

High street products are also termed over-the-counter products. This means anyone who walks into the store can purchase them. As a result, they contain less in the way of active ingredients. because there is no way of controlling who is using them and how they are used. Although some high-street brands can have an effect, they only have the power to generate a low-frequency of reactions in order to be allowed onto the shelf… and so they are less potent.
Have you ever looked at the ingredients list of the bottles in your bathroom cupboard? Usually, water is at the top of the list, meaning that is the main ingredient. They also contain more carrier ingredients or bulking agents, glycerin or mineral oil.

Cosmeceutical or medical-grade products are recommended by professionals who are trained in their use. They are able to penetrate deeper into the skin and contain higher strength key active ingredients. Conversely, it is more likely that you will experience an “anticipated skin reaction” when you start using them, and this will have been explained by your prescriber. Anticipated reactions are expected and manageable. They are a sign of positive change in the skin cycles and will reduce as your skin becomes accustomed to your new regime.

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ACNE TREATMENT PLAN.

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REVERSE THE SIGNS OF AGEING.

Reverse, prevent and protect your skin from the endless triggers of ageing skin. Returning that youthful glow has never been easier.

SENSITIVE SKINCARE.

Strengthen and repair your dermal barriers, while relieving irritation and developing strong, healthy skin.

TARGET & PREVENT PIGMENTATION.

Target and treat all forms of pigmentation to repair, protect and brighten your skin more effectively than ever before.

REDUCE THE REDNESS.

Reduce inflammation and redness while effectively increasing skin's natural defence system to treat both chronic and acute forms of rosacea.

GET THAT HEALTHY GLOW.

Improve your complexion in ways you never thought we're possible. Healthier, brighter skin for all.

6 Reasons you'll LOVE Medical Grade

Medical-grade skincare can be used by anyone who wants to achieve dramatic aesthetic results, whether that’s the improvement of the appearance of a skin concern or a healthy, radiant complexion – think action against ageing, busting acne once and for all and triumphing over hyper-pigmentation. But if you still need more reasons to become a convert, then you’ve come to the right place, because we’ve rounded up six of the best benefits of using medical-grade skincare, with expert tips from a dermatologist…

REASON 1

Skincare results are QUICKER

Medical grade skincare is formulated by highly experienced physicians, biochemists and chemical engineers to target skin conditions and restore skin health in a major way. This means they pack a punch and results can be achieved super quickly. The activity that medical grade skincare can generate in the skin means it must be purchased under the professional care of a skincare expert, who will ensure you’re using the right products in the right way.

With a personalised medical skincare routine, you may notice results in as little as 1-2 weeks. Yes, we’re serious!
In fact, it’s all to do with the ingredient percentages used within each product. Research studies define what percentages of ingredients in a final product are effective. As clinical practitioners we tend to follow evidence-based medicine, only recommending products in a percentage dilution that are proven and that will provide results for our patients.

REASON 2

Those results are ALSO longer-lasting

The skin is a complex organ and acts as a robust waterproof barrier to external elements. Our skin doesn’t absorb everything we place onto its surface – if that were the case, it would absorb all our makeup, washes and products.
Due to the depth of research that medical-grade skincare brands commit to product development, they can often utilise intelligent delivery systems that assist the ingredients in getting to where they need to go. Furthermore, they are formulated with bioavailable ingredients, which can be used immediately by the body and are able to have an active effect in the skin.

The combination of delivery systems and bioavailable ingredients means medical grade skincare can deliver longer-lasting aesthetic results. This is particularly important to bear in mind when purchasing products with active ingredients like Vitamin C.

E.g. pure Vitamin C is known for its multiple anti-ageing, antioxidant and skin brightening effects – but not all Vitamin C products are created equal or have the ability to penetrate as deep into the skin as we want them to. For the best bioavailability and therefore longer-lasting results, Vitamin C needs to be in the bio-available form, L-ascorbic acid, ideally at 15% strength and in a solution with a pH of less than 3.5.

REASON 3

Medical-grade skincare is surprisingly affordable

There is a misconception that medical-grade skincare is expensive, but the reality is that investing in it will likely save you money in the long run. How?

Firstly, while you may have to pay a little more upfront, using medical-grade skincare that is tailored specifically to your concerns means you’ll get the visible results you’ve been seeking. Furthermore, because they are highly concentrated with active ingredients, you only need to use a small amount of each product to get results.

Therefore, medical-grade skincare products may last up to 3 months so you could be replacing your skincare less often (trust us: your credit card will thank you).Secondly, you’ll be building up your skin health so much so by using medical-grade skincare, that you will hopefully prevent future skin issues from occurring. Therefore, you won’t need to have aggressive (and often costly) treatments in order to resolve them.

REASON 4

Medial-grade skincare products can be clean, too

Dermatologists have known for many years the skin problems caused by some ingredients. Now science has highlighted the toxicity of them, too, the general public is becoming more aware that a lot of ingredients found in traditional skincare products (face washes, lotions, sunscreen, etc) have been linked to health issues.

A key benefit of using certain medical-grade skincare brands is that their products are often made with the highest quality of ingredients, at the right concentrations and with patient safety in mind. E.g. the ingredients AlumierMD have chosen to exclude include parabens, sulphates, artificial fragrance, dyes and chemical sunscreen filters. By using products from a skincare brand that is open about its ingredients and results – it takes the confusion and worry out of which products to buy.

REASON 5

You’ll be under care of a licensed skincare professional

The beauty of buying certain from medical-grade skincare brands, like AlumierMD and other 'clinic-only' skincare providers, is that you shop directly underneath the care of a licensed skincare professional. This means that you’ll only be recommended products that are suitable to your needs and ideal aesthetic outcomes, so you don’t end up wasting time and money on products that aren’t right for you.

Another plus side of supported shopping is that your skincare professional will constantly be monitoring and adjusting your skincare regime based on your progress (and trust us – there will be big progress). In fact, AlumierMD have a handy digital recommendation pad online, which allows you to see personalised product recommendations from our skin practitioners without any obligation to buy. What a game-changer!

REASON 6

Buying medical-grade skincare is super convenient

With advancements in technology and online shopping, buying medical-grade skincare has never been easier or more convenient. When you notice your product is running low, you can either pop into your nearest skincare clinic to pick up another, or order online with delivery coming straight to your door.
Either way, you are supporting a local business in the process! Dreamy.

Access the AlumierMD Patient Portal

As a professionally dispensed skincare platform, we offer clinical-grade concentrations of Vitamin A which is ONLY available through trained skincare providers. New patients will be required to do a single sign-up to our prescription portal so that access can be granted to purchase AlumierMD Skincare.

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