Study shows 3 ways to fight skin aging

Beauty Cred on 7 Jul 2008 at 7:31pm
Study shows 3 ways to fight skin aging

In a study recently released by the University of Michigan (and reported on SkinInc, 6/13/08), scientists determined the most useful anti-aging treatments, based on collagen renewal, for improving the appearance of aging skin.

While the report noted carbon dioxide (CO2) laser resurfacing and injections of cross-linked hyaluronic acid as effective cosmetic procedures, on the topical product side, retinoic acid (Renova 0.02% Cream is most commonly prescribed by doctors) was shown effective at improving skin's overall appearance, as well as improving skin's ability to resist bruises and tears, by stimulating new collagen.

 

Let us know if you've tried Renova 0.02% Cream and what your results were--share your before and after pictures if you've got some! Did Renova 0.02% Cream work for you?

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crldine (1 post) 9 Jul 2008
I tried Renova years ago when it was first released. I'm Native american with light brown skin. I tan wonderfully and never burn (although I never "sunbathed" until I was 30 years old! Even then it was minimal) I'm 47 now and I still get carded. It's great!!!!! Renova is best for fair/ light skined individuals. For us naturally pigmented individuals, it may hyperpigment the skin as it did with me. Of course everyone is different but that's my own experience. Oh forgot to tell you, I'm a physician who has had a terrible time with acne and subsequent acne scarring. Thus, I have tried everything. Fortunately age has helped, but still get tend to get intermittant bouts of mild acne. I'm thinking seriously about laser for the scars on my nose. Thanks all. "Realself.com" is fantastic!
Seattle Gal in the City (1 post) 12 May 2009
I've been using Renova for almost a year. I find that it really helps with my cystic, mild acne breakouts. When I stop for a few days, I break out. I feel like my skin is dependent on the stuff. Overall, I think it's doing the job it's supposed to. I feel my skin looks good. My biggest problem. I'm getting engaged this year and there are HUGE cautions about using this product and being pregnant. It's been shown to prove birth defects. One doctor wouldn't prescribe it unless I was on birth control. At this point, I feel torn because it keeps my breakouts at bay, but I'm terrified that if I get pregnant on accident I'm running the risk of a deformed child. Unexceptable! I really don't know what to do at this point. I've also tried IPL fearlessly and found that it worked as far as I can see. After looking at this website, I realize the risks involved in doing IPL and I'm nervous about that now, too. Ah!
EngagedInSeattle (unregistered guest) 12 May 2009
I've been using Renova for almost a year. I find that it really helps with my cystic, mild acne breakouts. When I stop for a few days, I break out. I feel like my skin is dependent on the stuff. Overall, I think it's doing the job it's supposed to. I feel my skin looks good. My biggest problem. I'm getting engaged this year and there are HUGE cautions about using this product and being pregnant. It's been shown to prove birth defects. One doctor wouldn't prescribe it unless I was on birth control. At this point, I feel torn because it keeps my breakouts at bay, but I'm terrified that if I get pregnant on accident I'm running the risk of a deformed child. Unexceptable! I really don't know what to do at this point. I've also tried IPL fearlessly and found that it worked as far as I can see. After looking at this website, I realize the risks involved in doing IPL and I'm nervous about that now, too. Ah!

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