Jan Marini Sunless Self-Tanner

Step 1

Bioglycolic Resurfacing Body Scrub combines glycolic acid and polished granules in order to provide an aggressive but safe approach for reaching a noticeably improved level of body skin rejuvenation. This formulation enables patients to immediately address roughened or calloused areas while enhancing overall smoothness and tone. Patients will experience unparalleled softness and results will increase with continued use.

Key Technologies

• Glycolic Acid
• Polished Granules
• Plant Extracts

Features & Benefits

• Suitable for all skin types; especially beneficial for dry and environmentally damaged skin
• Combines glycolic acid and polished granules to provide an exceptional level of body skin rejuvenation
• Immediately and dramatically retexturizes, smoothes and softens body skin
• Formulation includes moisturizing and soothing botanical extracts and a natural fragrance.

Usage Instructions

May be used in the bath or shower. Apply to skin and gently massage. May also be used with a bath sponge of "buff-puff." Rinse thoroughly. Do not apply to broken skin or over areas that may be irritated.

Ingredients

Water (Aqua), Glycolic Acid, Ammonium Lauryl Sulfate, Oxidized Polyethylene, Glyceryl Stearate, PEG-100 Stearate, C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate, Polyethylene, Cetyl Ethylhexanoate, Cetyl Alcohol, Ammonium Hydroxide, C12-20 Acid PEG-8 Ester, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice, Chamomilla Recutita (Matricaria) Flower Extract, Rosmarinus Officinalis (Rosemary) Leaf Extract, Glycerin, Xanthan Gum, Magnesium Aluminum Silicate, Methylparaben, Propylparaben, Fragrance (Parfum)

Bioglycolic Resufacing Body Scrub

Step2
Jan Marini Sunless Tanner enables patients to enjoy an attractive glowing tan without harmful sun exposure. Bioglycolic Sunless Self-Tanner is not a dye or a coating, but utilizes an amino acid that interacts with the skin's proteins, activating a beautiful, natural-appearing, long-lasting color change. Each customer will experience an individual tanning shade that is in keeping with their own natural coloration and skin tones, but they will also benefit from a richer and more even hue than can be achieved through sunbathing.

In addition, the Bioglycolic Sunless Self-Tanner incorporates a small percentage of glycolic acid to ensure better penetration, decrease the time that is necessary for the color to appear, and also lengthen the wearability before another application is needed.

Bioglycolic Sunless Self-Tanner is an excellent alternative for patients who have been wisely advised to limit their sun exposure, but still wish to cultivate a "bronzed" appearance.

Key Technologies

• Dihydroxyacetone
• Glycolic Acid

Features & Benefits

• Achieves a beautifully realistic looking tan without harmful sun exposure
• Silky feeling skin-conditioning base
• Non-comedogenic and suitable for all skin types
• Not a dye or coating. Uses an amino acid technology to activate natural color tones that actually appear richer and more even than sun-induced tanning
• Contains glycolic acid for better penetration, faster color emergence, and longer wearability
• Dries rapidly without streaking

Instructions

Can be applied to face or body. Apply one coat evenly to desired areas. Apply sparingly around callused areas, knees and elbows as more product may be absorbed and color could turn a darker shade than surrounding skin. Wash hands immediately to avoid color changes on the palms. Make sure skin is dry before dressing. Color will take approximately 2-4 hours to develop. If a darker skin tone is desired, a second application may be applied. You may reapply as many times as necessary to reach the desired depth of color. Continuing to use product once or twice weekly will maintain results.


Ingredients
Water (Aqua), Dihydroxyacetone, Hexyl Laurate, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Butylene Glycol, Glycerin, Polysorbate 60, Stearyl Alcohol, Palmitic Acid, Sorbitan Stearate, Dimethicone, Tocopheryl Acetate, Cetyl Alcohol, Glycolic Acid, Squalane, Magnesium Aluminum Silicate, Xanthan Gum, PEG-8, Tocopherol, Ascorbyl Palmitate, Ascorbic Acid, Citric Acid, Phenoxyethanol, Methyparaben, Propylparaben.
Suitable for all Skin Types.

Jan Marini Sunless Tanner

Sun Protection with Jan Marini

 

We must continually remind ourselves that skin aging cancer risk are not directly associated with number of the years we have lived but are instead related to our cumulative exposure to ultraviolet light (UV) and other environmental factors. As much as 90 to 95% of the conditions we perceive as signs of aging (dulling skin, lines wrinkles, pigmentary problems, etc.) are actually due to cumulative UV exposure and damage. This damage is cumulative and often takes 10, 20, and even 30 years before becoming apparent. To reduce the risk of cancer and maintain healthy youthful skin in the future, it is necessary to protect against damage caused by UV exposure (both UVB and UVA) today.

Skin cancer has drastically increased in prevalence during the past 100 years after tanning became fashionable in the 1920s and is now the most common form of cancer in the United States. In 1935 only approximately one out of 1200 people were diagnosed with malignant melanoma, the most deadly and often fatal form of skin cancer. Today, that number has jumped to one out of 67 (a 1700% increase) and is second only to breast cancer for women in their 20s. The source of UV exposure does not matter for sun damage and cancer risk. It has been shown that use of a tanning bed before the age of 30 can increase the risk of melanoma by 75%. In light of this and other information, in August 2009, tanning beds were classified as carcinogenic to humans.

One of the best and most accepted scientific theories today to explain sun-related aging is referred to as "The Membrane Hypothesis of Aging." Research in this area demonstrates that if the cell membranes can be protected against free-radical destruction, the skin will not appear to age from sun exposure.

The cell membrane is a critical barrier that protects and insulates the cells which provide genetic coding, and also maintains the cell's ability to remain active and viable. When skin is exposed to the sun, a complex reaction occurs that sets in motion a chain of events that damages or destroys the membrane, and which translate into skin that shows the visible signs of aging.

As the skin is subjected to these assaults, it loses its ability to reproduce exact copies of healthy cells, prevent the breakdown of collagen and elastin, repair tissue rapidly and prevent the attack of lipids in cell membranes. Finally, the skin gradually breaks down, in general, due to free radical damage. Even minimal sun exposure triggers an intense invasion of free radicals. Consistent release of free radicals has proven to result in the following long-term damage:

• Substantial destruction of collagen and elastin (collagen and elastin are the primary components of the skin's support structure)
• Skin becomes slack and loses its ability to restore itself to its original shape
• Dry skin
• Loss of muscle tone
• Skin discoloration/hyperpigmentation
• Skin cancer
• Impairment of the skin's immune function
• Lines and wrinkles
• Coarse textural changes
• Damage to DNA
• Weakening and destruction of cells that come in contact with free radicals

Studies have shown that antioxidants can actually "neutralize" free radical activity thus averting free radicals from attacking cell membrane tissue. In order to prevent further damage, broad-spectrum sun protection is a must.

Ultraviolet light is split into three bands - UVA, UVB and UVC. UVA is the band of light closest to visible light and UVC is furthest from visible light. It is critically important for a sunscreen to not only protect against UVB, but also protect against UVA. UVB is the range of UV damage that leads to sunburns and is the band of light tested for SPF. UVA protection is closer to visible light and is not included in SPF ratings. This means a high SPF sunscreen may not provide protection against UVA. Light exposure in the UVA range causes free radical oxygen formation leading to inflammation, sun damage and increases risk for certain kinds of cancer. UVC protection is not necessary as earth's atmosphere is extremely good at stopping this light, providing protection.

Jan Marini Skin Research's antioxidant sunscreen protects against both UVA and UVB providing broad-spectrum protection. Additionally it contains antioxidants to help the skin protect itself from damage. No matter what the SPF, some light is going to reach the skin and potentially create free radicals. Antioxidants have been shown to scavenge free-radical oxygen molecules thus protecting the body from their damaging effects.
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Pigmentation Problems

Pigmentation means colouring.  Skin pigmentation disorders affect the color of your skin. Skin cells give your skin colour by making a substance called melanin. When these cells become damaged or unhealthy, it affects melanin production. Some pigmentation disorders affect just patches of skin. Others affect your entire body.

If your body makes too much melanin, your skin gets darker. 

Causes of Hyperpigmentation Include:

Pregnancy

Some pregnent women overproduce melanin and develop a condition called Chloasma or the "mask of pregnancy", on their faces, which can worsen after sun exposure.

Sun Exposure is a major cause of hyperpigmentation always use sun care protection even in winter.

Age Spots, which are small pockets of pigmentation on the skin that look like blemishes are associated with ageing and sun exposure.

Prevention is always better than the cure, but if you do suffer from pigmentation, although not harmful can be unsightly.  There are a range of skin care products specifically designed to treat pigmentation.

Aestheticare Melaclear Dipigmentation Serum

Melaclear Depigmentation serum is an intense depigmenting care serum. It has been expertly formulated to prevent and reduce melanin production and enhance and lighten hyperpigmented skin. 

Customer Review

"Great Product my pigmentation has dramatically improved."

Rating:  [5 of 5 Stars!]

Skintech blending bleaching Cream

A hydroquinine free lightening cream. Gives the skin a healthier appearance Diminishes hyperpigmentation marks Contains Vitamin E Suitable for post treatment use.

Customer Review

"I love this product it makes my skin feel really soft as well as treating my pigmentation. Since using bleach and blend, the pigmentation on my face has really improved."

Rating:  [5 of 5 Stars!]

Lumixyl Skin Brightening Kit

The Lumixyl brightening system is clinically proven to help treat hyperpigmentation effectively and safely. Lumixyl has been specially developed to treat age spots and post inflammatory hyperpigmentation.

We have a wide range of Skin Care Products specifically designed to treat pigmentation available Online at Celebrity Skin.