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Date	Dermal Diagnosis™	Profile and Treatment Plan

DERMAL DIAGNOSIS™ RESULT BREAKDOWN

Aging Score	Hydration Score	Pigmentation Score	Inflammation category

Date	Dermal Diagnosis™

DERMAL DIAGNOSIS™ RESULT BREAKDOWN

Aging Score
Hydration Score
Pigmentation Score
Inflammation category

's Dermal Diagnosis™ Profile

Aging . Oily . Breakouts During Pregnancy

It's a time of profound changes, not just in your life but in your body, including your skin. You're navigating the complex interplay of oily skin, signs of aging, and breakouts, which can become particularly pronounced due to the hormonal shifts that accompany pregnancy.

Oily skin during pregnancy can lead to a shinier complexion and may contribute to more frequent breakouts or exacerbate existing acne. These hormonal fluctuations can also accelerate certain aging processes in the skin, such as developing fine lines or losing firmness. Managing this combination requires a delicate balance, focusing on controlling excess oil while providing anti-aging benefits and addressing breakouts with safe, gentle ingredients.

For your oily and aging skin, it's crucial to use products that regulate oil production without stripping the skin of its natural moisture, which can trigger more oil production. Niacinamide is anexcellent ingredient for your skin type, as it can help regulate sebum production, minimize pores, and offer anti-aging benefits.

When dealing with breakouts, the key is to use gentle, effective treatments that won't irritate your skin or pose any risk during pregnancy. Ingredients like azelaic acid can be particularly helpful, as they have antibacterial properties that target acne-causing bacteria, reduce inflammation, and help fade post-acne marks without harsh side effects.

It's also important to incorporate a gentle, exfoliating step into your routine to help manage oiliness and prevent clogged pores, which can lead to breakouts. Safe concentrations of salicylic acid can gently exfoliate the skin, removing dead skin cells and excess oil.

Sun protection is non-negotiable, especially given the increased sensitivity to the sun that can come with pregnancy, and to help protect against UV damage and the potential for pregnancy-related pigmentation issues.

During this time, it's essential to approach your skincare routine with patience and kindness. Your body is doing the incredible work of supporting new life, and your skin may need some time to adjust.

Your treatment protocol should prioritize safety and efficacy, focusing on maintaining skin health and addressing aging concerns without compromising your or your baby's well-being. Always consult with your healthcare provider or a dermatologist if you are concerned about introducing new products into your skincare routine during your pregnancy.

benefits

barriers

goals

YOUR SKIN'S MAIN CHARACTERISTICS

Aging Skin

Acne Breakouts

Clogged Pores

↑ Sebum

Benefits of your AOB Pregnancy skin type

hydrated skin

Even Skin Tone

protective barrier

Natural Hydration: Your oily skin provides a natural layer of hydration, forming a protective barrier against environmental damage. This helps to keep the skin plump and potentially reduces the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles.
Protective Barrier: The excess sebum can act as a protective barrier against environmental aggressors, potentially reducing the impact of pollutants and other irritants.
Even Skin Tone: The lack of hyperpigmentation issues means that you enjoy a more consistent and even skin tone.

Barriers to your skin health

Acne Breakouts

Sebum Control

Enlarged Pores

Congested Pores

Breakouts and Acne: The propensity for clogged pores can lead to blackheads, whiteheads, and more severe forms of acne, which can be challenging to manage and may lead to scarring or post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation.
Sebum Control: Controlling excess oil and shine, especially in the T-zone area, can be a constant struggle, affecting the skin's overall appearance.
Enlarged pores: The excess oil production can lead to enlarged pores and increase the likelihood of blackheads, whiteheads, and acne, which can be challenging to manage alongside aging skin concerns.
Aging Skin: While oily skin may be more resilient to the formation of fine lines and wrinkles, addressing other signs of aging, such as loss of firmness or elasticity, can be complicated by the need to also manage oiliness and enlarged pores.
Inflammation: The inflammation associated with breakouts can accelerate skin aging, contribute to wrinkles, and cause skin to lose elasticity over time.
Product Selection: Identifying skincare and makeup products that address oiliness, prevent and treat breakouts, and tackle aging signs without irritating can be a complex task.

your frustrations

Breakouts, clogged pores and inflamed skin.
Oily and shiny skin with enlarged pores.
Premature skin aging.
Sensitive skin that reacts to various stimuli and products.

your goals

No breakouts or inflammation.
No stinging, itching, burning, or other skin discomforts.
Prevention and correction of premature skin aging, including lines and wrinkles.
Regulated sebum (oil) production with clear and minimized pores.

Aging . Oily . Breakouts During Pregnancy

treatment objectives

Reduce Inflammation

Down-regulate the inflammatory response, balance the skin microbiome and prevent bacterial infiltration.

Prevent premature aging

Protect skin against environmental damage and premature aging. Prevent Collagen destruction by inhibiting free radical- and collagen destructive enzyme activity.

Clear Acne Breakouts

Reduce and eliminate breakouts by down-regulating the inflammatory response and balancing the skin microbiome.

Unclog pores

Dissolve and extract cellular debris and prevent skin cells from clumping together in pores to ensure that the pores remain clear and free from blockages, which can lead to breakouts.

Regulate sebum

Balance oil production to minimize shine and reduce the likelihood of congestion and breakouts without stripping the skin of its natural oils.

Smooth skin texture

Replace dull and dead skin cells with remodelled skin layers. Resurfacing procedures can induce new collagen formation with a more structured pattern.

include

Broad spectrum sunscreen with antioxidants - preventing premature aging and protecting DNA.
Chemical exfoliating ingredients that accelerate cell turnover and reveal new skin cells.
Sebum regulating and pore minimizing ingredients.
Skin identical medical-grade ingredients that penetrate the skin to activate a biological response.

avoid

Damaging lifestyle habits, e.g., smoking, tanning beds, excessive sun, and sugar consumption.
Toners and foaming cleansers containing soap & sulfates.
Fragrance in skincare products.
Harsh anti-bacterial products that disrupt the skin's natural microbiome.
Irritating plant extracts and essential oils that will trigger adverse reactions.

Aging . Oily . Breakouts During Pregnancy

Active Ingredients your skin needs

Glycolic acid

Glycolic acid is highly acclaimed for its remarkable exfoliating and rejuvenating properties. Its small molecular size enables deep skin penetration, fostering efficient exfoliation at the cellular level.

Glycolic acid’s water solubility allows it to penetrate the upper layers of the skin easily. Its primary mechanism of action involves weakening the bonds between dead skin cells, promoting their shedding, and revealing the newer, healthier skin beneath. This process of accelerated cell turnover is instrumental in addressing a range of skin concerns, from aging signs like fine lines and wrinkles to texture irregularities and hyperpigmentation.

Glycolic acid's efficacy extends beyond mere exfoliation. It's also recognized for stimulating collagen production, a crucial protein in maintaining skin's elasticity and firmness. This aspect contributes to its anti-aging benefits. Furthermore, its hydrating properties add to its appeal, as they help increase the skin's capacity to retain moisture, leading to a more supple and vibrant complexion.

Clinical studies have consistently supported glycolic acid's role in improving skin appearance. Research indicates significant improvements in skin texture and pigmentation and the visible reduction of wrinkles and fine lines with glycolic acid.

Physiological Effects

Exfoliation: Glycolic acid is a powerful exfoliant. It dissolves the bonds between dead skin cells on the skin’s surface, facilitating their removal and revealing newer, healthier skin underneath.
Increased Collagen Production: It stimulates collagen production, which is essential for skin elasticity and firmness. This action helps reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles.
Enhanced Skin Hydration: Glycolic acid improves the skin's ability to retain moisture, enhancing hydration and a more plump, vibrant skin appearance.
Skin Brightening: Removing dead skin cells can brighten the complexion and reduce the appearance of dark spots and hyperpigmentation.
Improved Skin Texture: Regular use of glycolic acid can lead to smoother, more even textured skin, making it beneficial for conditions like keratosis pilaris.
Acne Treatment: Its exfoliating properties help in unclogging pores, thereby reducing the occurrence of acne breakouts.

Role in Managing Dermatological Conditions

Aging Skin: Glycolic acid is widely used in anti-aging products to reduce signs of aging, such as fine lines, wrinkles, and age spots.
Acne-Prone Skin: It helps manage acne by exfoliating the skin and removing blockage from pores.
Hyperpigmentation: It effectively treats hyperpigmentation by accelerating the removal of hyperpigmented skin cells.
Textural Irregularities: Glycolic acid can improve skin texture and is beneficial for treating keratosis pilaris and other conditions of rough skin.
Sun-Damaged Skin: It helps rejuvenate sun-damaged skin by accelerating cell turnover and collagen synthesis.

References

Bernstein, E. F. (2001). Glycolic acid treatment increases type I collagen mRNA and hyaluronic acid content of human skin. Dermatologic Surgery.
Kornhauser, A., Coelho, S. G., & Hearing, V. J. (2010). Applications of hydroxy acids: classification, mechanisms, and photoactivity. Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology.
Sharad, J. (2013). Glycolic acid peel therapy – a current review. Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology.
Smith, W. P. (1996). Epidermal and dermal effects of topical lactic acid. Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology, 35(3), 388-391.

Azelaic acid

Azelaic acid, a naturally occurring dicarboxylic acid, is an effective ingredient in dermatological treatments, particularly for acne, rosacea, and hyperpigmentation, with antimicrobial and anti-inflammatory properties.

Physiological Effects

Anti-Inflammatory Properties: Azelaic acid reduces inflammation, effectively treating inflammatory skin conditions like acne and rosacea.
Antimicrobial Action: It possesses antimicrobial properties that target acne-causing bacteria (Propionibacterium acnes), helping to reduce acne outbreaks.
Keratolytic Effects: It helps unclog pores and reduce the formation of comedones (black and whiteheads) by normalizing the shedding of skin cells.
Depigmenting Agent: Azelaic acid effectively treats hyperpigmentation disorders, including melasma, as it inhibits tyrosinase, an enzyme involved in melanin production.

Role in Managing Dermatological Conditions

Acne: Azelaic acid inhibits the proliferation of acne-causing bacteria on the skin’s surface, thereby reducing bacterial growth and inflammation. Its antibacterial activity is primarily against Propionibacterium acnes, a key bacterium involved in the development of acne. Furthermore, azelaic acid helps unclog pores and reduce skin cell buildup, effectively treating mild to moderate acne.
Rosacea: Azelaic acid's anti-inflammatory action helps to reduce redness and swelling associated with rosacea. In addition, azelaic acid's ability to reduce keratinization (the process by which skin cells become more fibrous and less flexible) contributes to its effectiveness in this condition.
Pigmentation: Azelaic acid effectively treats melasma and post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation by inhibiting tyrosinase, an enzyme in melanin production. This helps to reduce the formation of excess pigment and can lead to a more even skin tone.

References

Fitton, A., & Goa, K. L. (1991). Azelaic Acid. Drugs.
Gollnick, H., & Schramm, M. (1998). Topical drug treatment in acne. Dermatology.
Passeron, T., et al. (2019). Melasma treatment: A novel approach using a topical agent that contains an anti-estrogen and a low-dose retinoid. G Ital Dermatol Venereol.
Wolf, J. E., Kerrouche, N., & Arsonnaud, S. (2006). Efficacy and safety of once-daily metronidazole 1% gel compared with twice-daily azelaic acid 15% gel in the treatment of rosacea. Cutis, 77(4 Suppl), 3-11.
Hollinger, J. C., Angra, K., & Halder, R. M. (2018). Are natural ingredients effective in the management of hyperpigmentation? A systematic review. The Journal of clinical and aesthetic dermatology, 11(2), 28.

Bakuchiol

Bakuchiol's mechanism of action is similar to retinol's; it stimulates collagen production and accelerates cell turnover, improving skin texture and tone. It also helps reduce the appearance of fine lines, wrinkles, and hyperpigmentation, making it an effective ingredient in anti-aging skincare products.

One of the key advantages of bakuchiol over traditional retinol is its gentleness on the skin. Retinol is known for potential side effects like dryness, redness, and irritation, particularly in sensitive skin or when used in high concentrations. Bakuchiol, however, is far less irritating. In addition to its anti-aging properties, bakuchiol exhibits antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties, further contributing to its skin benefits. It helps protect the skin from oxidative stress and can soothe it, reducing redness and inflammation.

Bakuchiol's retinol-like effects and its antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and antibacterial properties make it an effective ingredient for various skin concerns, especially for those seeking natural alternatives in anti-aging and acne treatment.

Physiological Effects

Retinol-like Function: Bakuchiol mimics the actions of retinol, stimulating collagen production. This helps reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles and improves skin elasticity.
Antioxidant Properties: It offers antioxidant benefits, protecting the skin from oxidative stress and damage caused by environmental factors like UV radiation.
Anti-inflammatory Effects: Bakuchiol has anti-inflammatory properties, which can help soothe the skin and reduce redness and irritation.
Improved Skin Tone and Texture: Regular use of bakuchiol can improve skin tone and texture, making it smoother and more even.
Acne Management: Bakuchiol's antibacterial properties and ability to regulate sebum production make it effective in managing acne.

Role in Managing Dermatological Conditions

Aging Skin: Bakuchiol is popular in anti-aging skincare because it stimulates collagen production and reduces signs of aging.
Sensitive Skin: As a gentler alternative to retinol, it is suitable for sensitive skin types that cannot tolerate traditional retinoids.
Acne-Prone Skin: Its antibacterial and anti-inflammatory properties are beneficial in acne treatments.
Hyperpigmentation: Bakuchiol can help treat hyperpigmentation, enhance skin radiance, and reduce dark spots.

References

Chaudhuri, R. K., & Bojanowski, K. (2014). Bakuchiol: a retinol-like functional compound revealed by gene expression profiling and clinically proven to have anti-aging effects. International Journal of Cosmetic Science.
Dhaliwal, S., et al. (2019). Prospective, randomized, double-blind assessment of topical bakuchiol and retinol for facial photoageing. British Journal of Dermatology.
Sivamani, R. K., et al. (2019). Clinical efficacy of a bakuchiol, niacinamide and zinc pyrithione formulation in facial sebum control and mild acne. Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology.