For Physicians Only
An AHA peel so gentle, all you’ll notice is the result.
Our peel is not buffered or neutralized.
REFINITY™ Skin Solutions offers the only 70% (pH 0.6) glycolic acid peel with little-to-no irritation. Doctors have always known the benefits of Alpha Hydroxy Acids (AHAs); however, they've faced problems maintaining a high acid- low pH balance without causing irritation. REFINITY™ Skin Solutions with Cosmederm-7™ is our alternative to the harsh, irritating effects caused by most peels. Our patented Cosmederm-7™ is the only patented technology clinically proven as an anti-irritant. It works with AHAs to provide comfort while delivering medical strength results. The REFINITY™ Skin Solutions peel can be left on for much longer periods of time than its competitors without irritation. This allows the glycolic acids to penetrate deeper and longer for maximum cell renewal. With REFINITY™ Skin Solutions, you may achieve the skin enhancing benefits of a high performance peel starting at your first treatment – even if you have sensitive skin. This advanced technology increases the production of collagen and elastin fibers, and reduces the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles, thus improving skin tone, texture, color and elasticity. You should be able to resume your normal activities immediately after the treatment. This peel can be successfully used on the face, neck, hands and chest.
Our simple regimen for the skin.
REFINITY™ Skin Solutions products let you experience the benefits of medical strength Alpha Hydroxy Acids (AHAs) without the irritation commonly associated with anti-aging homecare products.
Purifying Cleanser: A mild, soap-free cleanser designed to cleanse the skin thoroughly but gently from impurities such as make-up, dirt and oil. Using glycerin to draw and hold moisture, this cleanser will leave your face looking and feeling hydrated and smooth. The surfactant base of lactic acid exfoliates skin cells in preparation for skin renewal. Our patented anti-irritant, Cosmederm-7™, makes this cleanser safe enough for even the most sensitive skin.
Protective Toner: This unique formula with Cosmederm-7™ not only helps to tighten pores, but also provides all day protection from the irritating chemicals in the environment. Our research on Cosmederm-7™ demonstrates its powerful effect of reducing irritation by almost 80% from any and all high strength acid products. You will find our toner to be a soothing and effective pre-conditioner for various active ingredient products.
Our three exfoliating REFINITY™ Skin Solutions moisturizers are all formulated with the highest level of AHA (15%), recommended for physicians only, as well as the anti-irritant Cosmederm-7™. These high-level lactic acid products penetrate at the cellular level to stimulate skin’s turnover— which increases collagen and elastin fibers— resulting in refined color tone and texture for the ultimate in younger looking skin. Additionally, Cosmederm-7™ provides you with the following to achieve a more comfortable way to get the results you desire:
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Rejuvenating Lotion (for normal skin): This light, yet emollient, lotion gently exfoliates and moisturizes normal skin.
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Rejuvenating Hydrogel (for oily skin): This oil-free moisturizer is ideal for the oily T-zone and blemish-prone skin.
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Rejuvenating Cream (for dry skin): This non-greasy moisturizing cream provides intense moisture and exfoliation. When used on dry skin, our formula helps to trap natural moisture in the skin to provide a dewy, even complexion for day or night use.
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Q: What is the REFINITY™ Skin Solutions system?
A: REFINITY™ Skin Solutions is a high performance Alpha Hydroxy Acid (AHA) cosmetic skin care system formulated with a patented anti-irritant, COSMEDERM-7™, and available only through physicians. It includes both in-office peel and homecare regimens. Treatment may begin with the peel to accelerate exfoliation, and continue with REFINITY™ Skin Solutions homecare products and subsequent peels for optimal results.
Q: What is the REFINITY™ Skin Solutions peel?
A: The REFINITY™ Skin Solutions in-office peel is a 70% (pH 0.6) glycolic acid peel that works to diminish the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles. It also improves skin texture and tone with little-or-no irritation unlike that normally associated with cosmetic chemical peels.
Q: What distinguishes the REFINITY™ Skin Solutions peel from other peels?
A: REFINITY™ Skin Solutions is the only AHA peel formulated with COSMEDERM-7™, a clinically proven anti-irritant that minimizes discomfort while delivering medical strength results. With REFINITY™ Skin Solutions products, consumers may begin to achieve the skin-enhancing benefits of a high-performance peel with their first treatment.
Other peels often begin with a mild solution and slowly increase the AHA concentration until the desired strength can be tolerated. REFINITY™ Skin Solutions offers a faster, more comfortable way to get a 70% peel.
Q: What is COSMEDERM-7™?
A: COSMEDERM-7™ is the trade name for strontium salt compounds that have been shown to minimize or eliminate sensory irritation (stinging, burning and itching).
Q: What is strontium nitrate?
A: Strontium nitrate is a naturally occurring salt that has been shown to have anti-irritant properties. COSMEDERM-7™ is the trade name for the compound strontium nitrate and was developed by Cosmederm Technologies.
Q: What does COSMEDERM-7™ do?
A: This clinically proven anti-irritant minimizes the discomfort (itching, burning and stinging) that usually accompanies high-acid level facial peels. However, COSMEDERM-7™ is not a topical anesthetic and does not work by “numbing” a patient’s skin during treatment.
Clinical studies show that COSMEDERM-7™ in the REFINITY™ Skin Solutions 70% glycolic acid peel reduces sensory irritation (stinging, burning and itching) by an average of 77%.
Q: How does COSMEDERM-7™ improve the efficacy of products?
A: COSMEDERM-7™ allows products to be formulated with the highest concentrations of active ingredients that would otherwise be too irritating for consumer use. Alpha Hydroxy Acids, for example, produce the most substantial "anti-aging" effects when they have both a high concentration and low pH (high acidity) — a combination that can be highly irritating. COSMEDERM-7™ allows AHA products to have such optimal conditions, thus producing the highest level of efficacy and extraordinary comfort.
Q: How quickly does COSMEDERM-7™ work?
A: The anti-irritant effects of COSMEDERM-7™ begin immediately upon application.
Q: How long does it take to perform the REFINITY™ Skin Solutions peel?
A: The REFINITY™ Skin Solutions in-office peel procedure, consisting of four simple steps, generally takes no more than 30 minutes. Following treatment, most patients immediately resume their normal activities.
Q: What can patients expect following their REFINITY™ Skin Solutions peel treatment?
A: Following treatment, most patients immediately resume their normal activities. Most patients report that their skin feels softer and smoother. Most post-peel redness is slight and can be covered with makeup. Some patients may experience slight skin flaking in the few days following the peel treatment, but it is not necessary to see flaking skin for the peel to be effective.
Q: Who is a candidate for REFINITY™ Skin Solutions?
A: REFINITY™ Skin Solutions can be applied to the face, neck, hands and chest, and provides a treatment option for a wide range of consumers who:
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are just beginning AHA treatments
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are currently using lower strength AHA products and have reached the “efficacy plateau” and wish to “step up” to a higher free acid level
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would like the benefits of higher-strength products with little or no irritation
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have normal to sensitive skin
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want smoother and clearer skin
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have photo-damaged skin
As with any cosmetic procedure, it is important to consult your physician on the risks and benefits of the procedure prior to receiving treatment.
Q: How do patients maintain optimal results following the REFINITY™ Skin Solutions peel?
A: The REFINITY™ Skin Solutions in-office peel is part of an effective AHA system that includes REFINITY™ Skin Solutions homecare products. Treatment may begin with the in-office peel to accelerate exfoliation or skin renewal, and then continues with REFINITY™ Skin Solutions homecare products and subsequent peels for optimal results.
Q: What can the REFINITY™ Skin Solutions system do for appearance?
A: REFINITY™ Skin Solutions diminishes the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles, while visibly improving skin color, tone and texture. Treatment may begin with the peel to accelerate exfoliation and then continue with homecare products and subsequent peels for optimal results.
Q: How much does REFINITY™ Skin Solutions cost?
A: Cost for both the REFINITY™ Skin Solutions peel and homecare products will vary depending on the physician and region of the country.
Q: What is the advantage of using lactic acid in the REFINITY™ Skin Solutions homecare products?
A: Lactic acid is the preferred AHA for REFINITY™ Skin Solutions homecare products because it has been utilized as an effective medical skin moisturizer for decades. Lactic acid was the first AHA cleared by the FDA for use in an over-the-counter (OTC) drug product. Clinical studies have shown that lactic acid is equal to glycolic acid in its ability to penetrate the outer layer of the epidermis to stimulate skin renewal.
Q: What pH levels are found in REFINITY™ Skin Solutions?
A: The REFINITY™ Skin Solutions homecare products are formulated with an effective concentration of lactic acid (15%), low pH (3.2) and COSMEDERM-7™, which collectively help to continue the effects of the peel over time. This formulation enables REFINITY™ Skin Solutions products to offer a stronger free acid level than most other AHA homecare products.
Q: Can sunscreen be used with REFINITY™ Skin Solutions products?
A: Yes. Daily sunscreen protection is recommended by the American Academy of Dermatology. Patients should consult their physician for brand recommendations that will best complement REFINITY™ Skin Solutions products. |
