The Best CSS Skincare For The Summer

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on July 12, 2022

The Best CSS Skincare For The Summer

Summertime in Chicago means long beach days, weekend trips and relaxing with friends and family at the park. (plus so much more!!) Here are some of our very own Chicago Skin Science products we carry that are perfect for the hot summer days ahead. Whether it’s clogged pores, hyperpigmentation or just sun protection, here are just SOME of the best CSS skincare products for the Summer:

First and Foremost – SUNSCREEN!

EltaMD Clear SPF 46: A CCSD Staff and Patient favorite!! Formulated with high-purity Niacinamide to help reduce the appearance of blemishes, discoloration, and photo-damaged Skin. Available in Tinted or non-tinted and great for acne-prone skin!
EltaMD Daily SPF 40: A sheer SPF with lightweight moisturizers, formulated with hyaluronic acid. Available in Tinted or non-tinted!
EltaMD Elements SPF 44: A chemical-free tinted sunscreen, purely physical with a universal tint – one of Dr. Rachel Pritzker’s favorite SPF’s!

Congested Skin Be Gone! Cleansers For All Skin

Revision Gentle Foaming Facial Cleanser: Just one bottle is a 3-month supply! This soap and sulfate free formula also contains unique amino acids that provides a comfortable clean feeling to even the most irritated and dry skin. Because let’s face it, your skin can also get dehydrated too with this sun!
EltaMD Foaming Facial Cleanser: This PH balancing foaming cleanser contains bromelain enzymes to gently exfoliate but not overly strip the skin. Perfect for those wanting a clean feeling without compromising the skin’s moisture barrier. Also available in a travel size perfect for weekend getaways!

Get Your Tone On This Summer!

Revision Exfoliating Facial Rinse: This bad boy should definitely last the whole summer because it’s a professional-size of 16 fl. oz.! If you’re prone to acne or blocked comedones, this is the toner for you. Containing witch hazel astringent, salicylic acid, and glycolic acid, your summer forecast is looking clear!
PCA Skin Nutrient Toner: Need a gentler toner that’s still exfoliating AND smells like a Starbucks pumpkin spice latte? Then this toner is for you! Boost your natural brightness with this toner pumpkin wine enzymes.

Hydrate Without Feeling Greasy

Avene Tolerance Control Soothing Skin Recovery Cream: This gentle moisturizer will restore the skin barrier while not feeling too greasy on the skin. It contains D-Sensinose postbiotic derived from Avène’s famous Thermal Spring Water to help hydrate and keep any skin type feeling comfortable.
CSS Revive Moisturize: Don’t forget we carry our very own lightweight day cream! This affordable cream contains hero ingredients like moisturizing ceramides and Vitamins A,C,E to fight free radicals.

Summertime Antioxidants Are A Must!

Skinbetter Alto Advanced: This isn’t your run-of-the-mill Vitamin C serum! Alto Advanced is a super-potent antioxidant serum that helps shield the skin against the effects of internal and external free radicals. Vitamins C and E, plus 17 additional antioxidants brings a new level of comprehensive defense.
Avene A-Oxitive Water Cream: This elegant antioxidant only costs $42 and contains 1.8% ascorbyl glucoside (derivative of Vitamin C) which supports collagen and brightening. It also has Vitamin E for free radical defense, HA hydration, and mother of pearl luminescence.

Roll Back The Clock All Summer Long

Neocutis Biogel Firm: We LOVE LOVE LOVE this PSP (processed skincare proteins) powered hydrogel! It’s super lightweight and is great for oily skin. Reduce fine lines and wrinkles, hydrate and tighten all in one product!
Neocutis Journee Firm: Dr. Carolyn Jacob‘s holygrail skincare product! This one-and-done anti-aging product contains PSP technology, protecting antioxidants AND an SPF of 30! Just use in the AM and you’re ready to go!

Caroline Sheppard’s PA-C AM to PM Skincare Routine

Our PA – C, Caroline Sheppard’s AM to PM Skincare Routine Everything in her regimen is from Chicago Skin Science. Skincare products that are hand selected by our Board-Certified Dermatologists – Backed by science to guarantee results AM Regimen First, Caroline starts with elta MD’s Foaming Facial Cleanser, a gentle enzyme and amino acid blend loosens makeup, oil and other impurities on the skin and in the pores – Safe for the entire family. Second is Revision Skincare’s C+ Correcting Complex 30%, highest percentage of Vitamin C on the market. C+ Correcting Complex Helps to support the skin’s natural production of Vitamins C and E. Last, Caroline uses elta MD’s UV Clear Broad-Spectrum SPF 46. EltaMD UV Clear is fragrance-free, oil-free, paraben-free, sensitivity-free and noncomedogenic. Hydrates while also shielding you from harmful sun damage. PM Regimen After Caroline has cleansed with the elta MD Foaming Facial Cleanser, she always begins with the iS Clinical Active Serum which is a botanical retinol made with 100% natural ingredients. This multi-tasking serum improves the appearance of aging, acne-prone and dull complexions. Next is a moisturizer like, Alastin Skincare Restorative Skin Complex with TriHex Technology helps to restore and maintain skin health for a vibrant, youthful appearance. Last applied is the Alastin Eye Treatment used daily to reduce the appearance of puffiness, dark circles and fine lines and wrinkles around the eyes. As needed, Caroline will use RevitaLash for longer lashes. All of these products are available online at ChicagoSkinScience.com Same-Day Delivery within 10-mile radius and domestic delivery available. Walk-ins and Store Pickup is welcome!

Dr. Jacob’s AM to PM Skincare Routine

Dr. Carolyn Jacob’s AM to PM Skincare Routine Everything in her regimen is from Chicago Skin Science. Skincare products that are hand selected by our Board-Certified Dermatologists – Backed by science to guarantee results. AM Regimen First, Dr. Jacob starts with iS Clinical Cleanser, a clear, lightweight cleansing gel is powerful, yet gentle enough for hypersensitive skin. Second, PCA C&E Advanced, an antioxidant that brightens skin, prevents and reduces discoloration, firms and calms skin. Last, One of Dr. Jacob’s holy grail skincare products, Neocutis Journee is a multifunctional day cream that’s a blend of PSP (growth factors), hyaluronic acid, powerful antioxidants AND broad-spectrum SPF 30 to help rejuvenate, hydrate, protect, nourish and revitalize skin’s appearance, all in just one application! PM Regimen After Dr. Jacob has cleansed with the iS Clinical Cleanser, she always begins with the SkinBetter Science™ Regenerating AlphaRet™ Overnight Cream which provides visible skin rejuvenation with real retinoid efficacy with little to no irritation. To finish, a moisturizer like Alastin Skincare Restorative Skin Complex with TriHex Technology helps to restore and maintain skin health for a vibrant, youthful appearance. As needed, Dr. Jacob will use UpNeeq to give whiter, wider, brighter eyes. Also, RevitaLash for longer lashes. Twice a day Dr. Jacob uses the Alastin Eye Treatment and Alastin Neck Complex. All of these products are available online at ChicagoSkinScience.com Same-Day Delivery within 10-mile radius and domestic delivery available. Walk-ins and Store Pickup is welcome!

SkinAESTHETICS – All About Vitamin C

SkinAESTHETICS NEWSLETTER ALL ABOUT VITAMIN C Written by: Angie Nesci, Licensed Aesthetician With Spring officially here, many of us will plan to spend more time outdoors, so there is no better time to discuss an essential skincare ingredient that we all should be using daily, vitamin C. I know we have all heard of, used, or seen skincare products containing this legendary ingredient, but what makes it so legendary you ask? Because it works! But how does vitamin C work on the skin? Does it have the same effect on the skin as eating foods rich in vitamin C have on the body? Vitamin C is a potent antioxidant that helps to neutralize free-radical damage. Free radicals are unstable molecules that are known to damage healthy cells in our skin and our bodies by causing oxidative stress. When you cut an apple and leave it exposed to oxygen, it turns brown, this is a result of oxidation. The same way it is important for us to consume foods rich in antioxidants to support our body’s immune health, topical antioxidants support our skin in its fight against outside aggressors like UV exposure and chemical pollution. The easiest way to understand the benefits of vitamin C is that helps keep our bodies and our skin healthy. Daily use of a topical vitamin C has been shown to help fight the signs of premature skin aging, help promote collagen, improve discoloration in the skin, and boost skin radiance. But are all vitamin C skincare products created equally? Unfortunately, not all products contain a stable form of this wonderful antioxidant. Our skincare experts here at CCSD recommend using serums that contain between 10-30% L-ascorbic acid or THD ascorbate, as these are the most active and purest forms of vitamin C. So, when is a good time to incorporate a vitamin C serum into your skincare; honestly…yesterday but there is no time like the present to start working towards healthier and more youthful skin. PROFESSIONAL RECOMMENDATIONS FOR A DAILY VITAMIN C Revision C+ correcting Complex Skinceuticals CE Ferulic Skinbetter Science Alto Advanced Defense Serum PCA C&E Advanced Schedule a skincare consultation with our aestheticians to customize a daily regimen with vitamin C that is suitable for your skin type and skin concerns. These products are available at Chicago Skin Science / ChicagoSkinScience.com. CSS is located at 515 N State Street Suite 900 next door to Chicago Cosmetic Surgery & Dermatology. We welcome walk ins, store pickup & domestic delivery. For those within a 10-mile radius – we offer same day delivery.

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