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We're thrilled you're taking proactive steps to understand your skin better. Below, you'll find your most recent Dermal Diagnosis™ results. Use this data as a roadmap to achieving healthier skin.

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 . Dry . Breakouts during pregnancy

Navigating pregnancy is a beautiful journey filled with many changes, and it's natural for these changes to extend to your skin. You're experiencing a unique combination of skin concerns: dryness, visible signs of aging, and breakouts, which can be particularly challenging during pregnancy due to the fluctuating hormones and adjustments your body is undergoing.

Your skin's dryness may be accentuated during pregnancy, leading to feelings of tightness and possible flakiness. This dryness, coupled with the natural aging process, can make fine lines and wrinkles more pronounced. At the same time, hormonal fluctuations can trigger breakouts, which you might not have been accustomed to dealing with before.

When addressing breakouts, it's important to use gentle, non-irritating products that won't exacerbate your skin's dryness or sensitivity. Ingredients like azelaic acid can be a safe choice during pregnancy, helping to reduce inflammation and clear breakouts without harsh effects. It's also beneficial for addressing hyperpigmentation that can occur with hormonal changes. Sun protection remains crucial, as UV exposure can worsen both aging signs and pigmentation associated with breakouts.

In managing your skin concerns, it's also essential to embrace the natural changes your body is going through and to treat your skin with extra care and kindness. Ensure your skincare regimen is not only effective but also provides a moment of self-care and relaxation in your day.

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

Dehydration

Aging skin

Acne Breakouts

↓ Barrier Function

Benefits of your ADB Pregnancy skin type

Reduced Oiliness

Even Skin Tone

Protection

Reduced Oiliness: You are less likely to experience the sheen and discomfort associated with oily skin types. This can contribute to a matte finish and potentially less clogged pores outside of breakout areas.
Minimal Hyperpigmentation: Dry skin types might notice fewer pigmentation changes without the frequent inflammation from acne, which can lead to post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation. Additionally, your dry skin type may be less exposed to injuries or irritations that can lead to pigmentation issues.
Natural Protection Against Certain Bacteria: The dry nature of your skin means it's less hospitable to certain bacteria that thrive in oily environments, potentially reducing your risk of some types of bacterial skin infections.

Barriers to your skin health

Dehydrated Skin

Aging skin

Acne Breakouts

↓ Barrier Function

Dehydration and Dryness: Your Skin Type often struggles with maintaining optimal hydration levels, leading to a compromised skin barrier that cannot effectively retain moisture. This exacerbates dryness and potentially makes the skin feel tight and uncomfortable.
Visible Signs of Aging: The aging process may be more noticeable with your skin type due to the inherent dryness and the potential for breakouts to cause post-inflammatory changes or damage that accentuates the appearance of fine lines, wrinkles, and a loss of skin elasticity.
Breakouts: Despite being less oily, your skin type is still prone to breakouts, possibly due to dead skin cell accumulation and a compromised moisture barrier. Managing breakouts without further drying out the skin or causing irritation requires a delicate balance in your skincare routine.
Compromised Skin Barrier: Aging and dryness contribute to a weakened skin barrier, making it more vulnerable to external aggressors and less able to repair and retain moisture. This leads to a cycle of dryness, irritation, and inflammation.

your frustrations

Congested pores in the form of blackheads and, in some cases, also whiteheads.
Impaired and dehydrated skin barrier.
Premature skin aging.
Rough skin texture.
Sensitive skin that reacts to various stimuli and products.

your goals

Bright, hydrated and healthy skin.
Protected and healed skin barrier.
No allergic skin reactions.
Prevention and correction of premature skin aging including lines and wrinkles.
Smooth skin texture with no breakouts and inflammation.

Aging . Dry . Breakouts during pregnancy

treatment objectives

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.

Deeply Hydrate and Nourish

Advance the skin's hydration capabilities by boosting its capacity to attract and retain moisture at a cellular level. Promote the enhancement of the skin's own hydrating agents, ensuring sustained moisture balance and preventing dryness.

Skin Barrier Restoration

Repair damaged skin barrier and restore barrier function. Boost the protective skin layer by increasing the production of elastin, collagen, ceramides, and lipids.

Clear Acne Breakouts

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

Prevent premature aging

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

Reduce Inflammation

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

include

Anti-inflammatory and anti-microbial agents.
Broad spectrum sunscreen with antioxidants - preventing premature aging and protecting DNA.
Chemical exfoliating ingredients that accelerate cell turnover and reveal new skin cells.
Effective barrier repair agents that restore your skin's natural barrier and prevent premature aging.
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 . Dry . Breakouts during pregnancy

Active Ingredients your skin needs

Peptides

Peptides are short chains of amino acids with a wide range of biological functions and skin benefits. They are essentially small fragments of proteins, which are fundamental components of all living cells, including collagen and elastin in the skin.

In skincare, peptides are known for enhancing skin repair and rejuvenation. They function as signaling molecules, instructing cells to perform specific tasks such as producing collagen and elastin, vital for maintaining the skin's firmness and elasticity. This makes peptides especially beneficial in anti-aging products, as they can help reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles.

Research has shown that certain peptides can improve skin barrier function, increase hydration, and soothe skin inflammation. This makes them suitable for products targeting dry, sensitive, or inflamed skin.

Peptides, with their diverse functions in promoting collagen production, strengthening the skin barrier, wound healing, and anti-inflammatory actions, are pivotal in managing various dermatological conditions, particularly in anti-aging, sensitive skin care, and wound healing applications.

Physiological Effects

Collagen Production: Certain peptides, known as signal peptides, stimulate collagen production in the skin, enhancing skin firmness and reducing the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles.
Skin Barrier Strengthening: Peptides can strengthen the skin barrier, improve hydration, and protect against environmental damage.
Wound Healing: Some peptides play a role in the skin's natural healing process, aiding tissue repair and regeneration.
Anti-Inflammatory Effects: Certain peptides have anti-inflammatory properties, helping to soothe and calm irritated skin.
Antimicrobial Action: Some peptides possess antimicrobial properties, potentially helping to manage acne and other skin infections.

Role in Managing Dermatological Conditions

Aging Skin: Peptides can stimulate collagen production and improve skin elasticity.
Sensitive Skin Conditions: Peptides are beneficial for sensitive or inflamed skin due to their soothing properties.
Acne-Prone Skin: Antimicrobial peptides can be effective in acne treatment formulations.
Wound Care and Repair: Peptides improve wound healing and reduce scarring.

References

Gorouhi, F., & Maibach, H. I. (2009). Role of topical peptides in preventing or treating aged skin. International Journal of Cosmetic Science.
Schagen, S. K. (2012). Topical peptide treatments with effective anti-aging results. Cosmetics.
Varani, J., et al. (2001). Vitamin A antagonizes decreased cell growth and elevated collagen-degrading matrix metalloproteinases and stimulates collagen accumulation in naturally aged human skin. Journal of Investigative Dermatology.

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.

Niacinamide

Niacinamide offers several benefits for the skin, primarily due to its anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties. It reduces the redness and inflammation associated with acne, rosacea, and other inflammatory skin conditions. Additionally, niacinamide's ability to improve the skin's barrier function benefits all skin types, particularly those with eczema or mature skin.

Another significant benefit of niacinamide is its role in reducing hyperpigmentation. Studies have shown that it can decrease the transfer of melanin to the epidermis, helping to fade dark spots and even out skin tone.

Niacinamide also plays a role in reducing the visible signs of aging. It has been found to stimulate collagen production and improve skin elasticity, reducing fine lines and wrinkles. Its antioxidant properties further protect the skin from environmental damage, such as pollution and UV radiation, which contribute to premature aging.

The efficacy of niacinamide and its ability to address multiple skin concerns simultaneously has led to its growing popularity in both over-the-counter and prescription skincare formulations.

Physiological Effects

Barrier Function Enhancement: Niacinamide helps strengthen the skin’s barrier function by increasing the production of ceramides, lipids that keep the skin hydrated and protect against environmental damage.
Anti-inflammatory Properties: It has notable anti-inflammatory effects, which are beneficial in reducing redness and inflammation associated with acne, eczema, and other inflammatory skin conditions.
Sebum Regulation: Niacinamide helps regulate sebum production, which controls excess oiliness and can benefit acne-prone skin.
Hyperpigmentation Reduction: It reduces hyperpigmentation by inhibiting melanosome transfer from melanocytes to keratinocytes, leading to an even skin tone.
Anti-aging Effects: Niacinamide helps reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles by boosting collagen production and improving skin elasticity.
Antioxidant Activity: It has antioxidant properties, protecting the skin from oxidative stress and environmental aggressors like UV radiation and pollution.

Role in Managing Dermatological Conditions

Acne and Oily Skin: Niacinamide effectively manages acne and oily skin by regulating sebum and reducing inflammation.
Hyperpigmentation and Melasma: Its ability to reduce melanin transfer benefits it in treating hyperpigmentation and melasma.
Aging Skin: Niacinamide targets wrinkles and loss of firmness.
Skin Barrier Disorders: Niacinamide is beneficial in treating skin barrier disorders like atopic dermatitis and eczema by enhancing barrier function and hydration.
Photodamage and Skin Protection: It helps mitigate the effects of photodamage and provides some degree of protection against environmental damage.

References

Gehring, W. (2004). Nicotinic acid/niacinamide and the skin. Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology.
Bissett, D. L., Oblong, J. E., & Berge, C. A. (2005). Niacinamide: A B vitamin that improves aging facial skin appearance. Dermatologic Surgery