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Skin Care for Anti Aging Using Alpha-lipoic Acid From Dr. Perricone

This is another in a series of articles outlining the ten best over the counter skin care ingredients for effective anti aging skin care regimens. You may wish to review AgeNotes.Com’s list of the ten best anti aging skin care ingredients.

Alpha-lipoic Acid: Well known as a potent antioxidant, topical alpha-lipoic acid (ALA) has burst upon the aging skin care scene through it’s popularization by a Yale dermatologist, Dr. Nicholas Perricone. He launched the skin rejuvenation studies of alpha-lipoic acid and wrote a top selling book extolling it titled The Wrinkle Cure. His studies, while impressive, have yet to be scientifically corroborated, so some caution is in order.

Dr. Perricone has developed his own skin care line which suggests that there is a potential for conflict of interest from a scientific standpoint. Products containing this ingredient are increasing rapidly, but are rather costly.

Nonetheless, there seems to be a good foundation for believing in the effectiveness of Dr. Perricone’s products and they are considered safe.

The known benefits of Alpha lipoic acid are calming of inflammation, reduction of under eye dark circles and puffiness, decrease of fine lines and wrinkles, treatment of minor scarring, and reduction of enlarged pores. This all leads, of course, to a rejuvenated, healthy and vibrant glow to the skin.

Product Recommendations

N.V. Perricone Advanced Face Firming Activator 2oz:  FREE Shipping. 115% Price Protection. The Evolution of a Power Product “For many years I have been using a higher potency ALA formulation in my dermatology practice. This has been of particular benefit to my patients with a lot of sun damage, deep lines and wrinkles, enlarged pores and loss of radiance, tone and resilience. I have been very pleased to see that even at these significant higher levels, the product is well-tolerated, hence my decision to make it widely available.” - Dr. N.V. Perricone M.D. The original Face Firming Activator has long been a favorite of beauty editors, celebrities and skin care experts. This Perricone Power Product remains at the top of our bestseller list even years after its launch because of the powerful anti-aging benefits of Alpha Lipoic Acid and proven results. Now, at the start of 2007, we are proud to announce the evolution of this treatment and the introduction of Advanced Face Firming Activator. Inspired by the original formulation and #1 best selling Perricone product, this ramped up formulation has significantly higher concentrations of active ingredients, to generate maximum results without stressing or shocking your skin. Benefits Smooths Texture - 5 times more apha lipoic acid to fight fine lines, wrinkles and enlarged pores Plumps And Hydrated - 5 times more sodium hyaluronate to bind vital moisture to the skin Shrinks Pores - twice the level of glycolic acid to reduce pore size and speed up cell renewal Tightens And Tones - 17% more DMAE to firm the skin. Read More about DMAE This advanced formulation contains Green Tea Extract to calm and soothe the skin. Directions For Use To help achieve a fresh, well-rested appearance, apply 1-2 pumps to cleansed skin. Start at the hairline on the forehead and cover the entire face and neck,making sure to bring the product up behind the ears. Formulated for A.M. use. Apply moisturizer and sunscreen on top. Avoid contact with eyes.

N.V. Perricone ALA High Potency Eye Area Therapy 0.5oz:FREE Shipping. 115% Price Protection. This treatment contains the highest levels of Alpha Lipoic Acid to provide care to the delicate tissue surrounding the eye. The NTP ComplexTM (containing DMAE) and Alpha Lipoic Acid, are suspended in a rich phospholipid base that ensures hydrating effects. The appearance of puffiness, dark circles, and fine lines are diminished with continued use. Directions: Use a small dab of high potency Alpha Lipoic Acid Eye Area Therapy and apply under the entire eye, avoiding direct contact with the eye and eyelid. Gradually apply morning and evening after a patch test is performed.

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