Dr. Lorrie Klein’s Blog

Coming to our office this week!  SkinMedica products were developed by Dr. Fitzpatrick, an internationally recognized dermatologist.  SkinMedica products contain wonderful rejuvenating ingredients, including anti-oxidants and skin growth factors  They have recently released several new products this year which are so phenomenal that I decided to carry them in both my office and both Euro Day Spa locations.

Their scientifically proven compounds include essential ingredients ranging from vitamins C and E to retinol to NouriCel-MD®, their patented blend of growth factors, soluble collagen, antioxidants and matrix proteins. Their flagship product, TNS Recovery Complex is the only product in the world that contains over 93% naturally occurring growth factors (grown from actual skin cell cultures.)  The results: fine lines are reduced, age spots and discoloration fade, and skin texture and elasticity is improved. All results of their commitment to creating a lifelong skin care solution for healthier skin.

Stay tuned, in a few weeks I will blog more about these products and offer some great specials too!  Until then, mention this blog special to receive 10% off any SkinMedica product purchased in my dermatology office.  Call for more information 949-363-1788.  This offer expires 12/15/08.

This week my favorite product is Neostrata Daytime Ultra Smoothing Cream with SPF 15.  This has been a long time favorite of mine.  It contains glycolic acid for rejuvenation and skin softening and an SPF 15 sunscreen in a moisturizing base.  Since this cream “has it all” I take it with me whenever I travel as it is a moisturizer, sunscreen and rejuvenation product in one compact tube.  It also meets the airline’s carry-on cosmetic regulations (under 3 oz.) so it’s perfect when I don’t plan on checking my luggage.

As usual we are offering a discount on our favorite product of the week.  Now through November 15, 2008 save 20% when you purchase this product.  You must mention the “Blog Special” to receive this discount at our spas or dermatology office.  Read more about Neostrata Daytime Ultra Smoothing Cream with SPF 15 on-line.  You will also receive your discount if you order on our website.

In response to numerous comments and questions about Vivite Vibrance, this week’s product of the week is an Obagi product that works very well with Vivite Vibrance, Obagi C-Clarifying Serum.  Obagi C-Clarifying Serum contains Vitamin C plus 4% hydroquinone, the highest prescription strength of hydroquinone commercially available.  As mentioned in previous blog entries, I prefer to mix a hydroquinone-containing product with Vivite Vibrance for optimal lightening of brown spots.  My personal “recipe” is to mix a dropper full of Obagi C-Clarifying Serum with 1-2 pumps of Vivite Vibrance in my palm then apply it to my face, neck, hands or wherever I want to lighten my skin, twice daily.  This mixture seems to work better than either product alone.

Vivite Vibrance is available without a prescription but only through physicians.  We have it at both of our spas, my office and on our website for purchase.  Obagi C-Clarifying Serum is not sold through our website as it is prescription strength and therefore illegal to sell via the internet without a prescription.  It is available at my office for sale however.  You can also call us at 949-363-1788 for other purchasing options.

Purchase both of these products through my office and save $20 through 10/31/08.  Call us at 949-363-1788 or stop by and mention this blog special.

This week my favorite product is Obagi’s Elastiderm Decolletege System.  ELASTIderm Décolletage System consists of 2 patent-pending technologies that use Penetrating Therapeutics™ and are clinically proven to work. Used together, this clinically proven therapeutic system diminishes the signs of aging, helping to restore elasticity and contribute to more flawless, youthful-looking skin on your décolletage in as little as 4 weeks.  It also helps lighten brown spots.

The Skin Lightening Complex - Formulated with 4%, hydroquinone, a treatment well known for reducing hyperpigmentation (discoloration) and age spots on the skin

The Wrinkle Reducing Lotion - Formulated with ELASTIderm’s Restorative Elasticity Complex.  Contains a unique bi-mineral complex to help replenish elasticity and build collagen for increased skin strength and resilience.  Includes malonic acid to help stimulate the production of healthy skin cells

Special this week: today through October 19: purchase this kit online or from my office and receive $20 off, use coupon code obagiD online when checking out or mention this Obagi ELASTIderm Décolletage System blog special at my office.

Sorry to repeat myself, but I LOVE Vivite Vibrance for lightening brown spots and melasma.  I have personally been using it now for 4 weeks with Obagi products and it has worked much better than 4% hydroquinone alone.  I have gotten a lot of comments on this product and people are very excited about it.  Its great to have a new product for lightening skin that can be used with or without Obagi and other hydroquinones.  Purchase two Vibrance from our website now and receive an incredible discount, plus free shipping!

This week my favorite product is Neostrata Lotion Plus.  This extra strength lotion with 15% AHA (glycolic acid) can improve the visible signs of aging, even skin tone, relieve dry skin and improve overall texture when used as part of a daily skin care regimen. It is also fragrance free.

I recommend Neostrata Lotion Plus to my patients also for smoothing out dry feet, especially heels and for smoothing out keratosis pilaris (”KP”).

Order through our website and you can purchase this wonderful product now for just $22.50 (regular price $33.99.)

Allergan’s Vivite line just came out with a great new product: Vibrance.  This is a product which lightens discolorations and pigmentation on the skin, including melasma and sun spots, without hydroquinone.  I like hydroquinone but not everyone can use it, plus it’s great to use with a hydroquinone product, such as Obagi Nu-Derm Clear. Since the best hydroquinone products like Nu-Derm Clear are by prescription only or sold only through physician offices, we sell those in my office but not on-line.  However, Vibrance is available both on-line, in my spas and in my office.  It’s a great product, I use it myself along with Obagi.  We are offering a special through 9/30/08 on this product.  Just mention this blog special at any of our locations and receive $20 off.

IS Clinical Brush-on Sunscreen is my favorite product this week. This IS Clinical loose powder with a built-in brush serves as both a powdered mineral makeup and a sunscreen.  It may be brushed on over foundation or used by itself.  This product is perfect also for when you need to apply a sunscreen anytime of the day but you already have foundation on.  It is only available from physicians and exclusive spas. We carry it at my dermatology office and at both Euro Day Spa (Golden Lantern) and Euro Day Spa, Salon & Laser Center (La Paz Road).  Print this page and bring it with you to receive 20% off!  This offer expires 8/31/08.

The Clarisonic MD Skin Care System is my favorite product this week. CLARISONIC® MD, only available from physicians is manufactured by the makers of the Sonicare® toothbrush. Utilizing the same sonic technology which has reinvented the way we clean our teeth the CLARISONIC® Skin Care System now cleanses our skin. We carry it at my dermatology office and at both Euro Day Spa (Golden Lantern) and Euro Day Spa, Salon & Laser Center (La Paz Road).  Although we have the physician model which has higher speeds and can treat the entire body, you do NOT need an appointment to get it, just stop by.  Print this page and bring it with you to receive $30 off!  If you would like to read more about it or order the Clarisonic Skin Care System online, visit our website.  This offer expires 8/22/08.

My favorite product this week is Vivite Complete Daily Facial Moisturizer with SPF 30 which we carry at my dermatology office, both Euro Day Spas, and on line.  It is not only a great sunscreen and moisturizer, it contains a physician-strength glycolic acid and an anti-oxidant, for maximum rejuvenation.  This one product does it all, just apply it in the morning and go!  Print this page and bring it in to receive 20% off!  This offer expires 8/15/08.