What is Prevage MD?
Prevage MD is an anti-aging
treatment with the key ingredient
idebenone (ee-de-ben-WN), the most
powerful topical antioxidant
available in a
skin care product. The 1%
strength of idebenone is available
only in Prevage MD and only from
your doctor.
What use an antioxidant on your
skin?
You may have heard about the
negative effects of free radicals
inside the body and the value of
adding antioxidants to your diet to
counter the effects of free
radicals. Free radicals accumulate
in your skin, not only from the
effects of environmental stressors
(UV light, air pollution, ozone, and
cigarette smoke), but also from the
aging process itself. The effects of
stressors on your skin cannot be
combatted with simple cleansing. To
remove free radicals, you need a
topical antioxidant like Prevage MD
anti-aging treatment, which protects
against skin damage by chemically
trapping and neutralizing each free
radical it touches. Think of
antioxidants as guardians of your
skin cells, protecting them from
free radicals and allowing the
production of healthier cells.
Does Prevage MD work better than
other topical antioxidants?
Yes. The 1% concentration of
idebenone found in Prevage MD
anti-aging treatment is
scientifically proven to be more
effective than other topical
antioxidants in protecting your skin
against environmental stressors
known to cause skin aging. These
other antioxidants include kinetin (Kinerase),
coenzyme Q10, lipoic acid,
vitamin C, and vitman E
(found in many anti-aging products).
What can idebenone 1% do for my
skin?
Idebenone 1% anti-aging treatment
corrects the skin damage that you
already have - and also protects
your skin from future damage. The
antioxidative power of idebenone 1%
has been clinically proven to reduce
the signs of skin aging in only 4
weeks.
In a recent survey:
- 72% of
patients reported reduction in
the appearance of fine lines and
wrinkles.
- 78% of
patients reported reduction in
roughness and dryness.
- 78% of
patients reported improvement in
skin softness and smoothness.
- 61% of
patients reported improvement in
firmness, tightness, and
elasticity.
- 67% of
patients reported improvement in
overall performance appearance.
In addition, a majority of patients
reported an overall improvement in
their skin's health after just 4
weeks of use.
How do I use Prevage MD
anti-aging treatment?
Before using Prevage MD regularly,
it is recommended you test by
applying a small amount (less than
one pump) daily for several days to
a small area on the forearm near the
inner side fo the elbow or to a very
small area of the neck or face that
will receive regular treatment. Skin
reactions to Prevage MD though rare,
are likely to occur within the first
few days of use. If any reaction
occurs, wash the product off and
discontinue use. Prevage MD is
always applied to clean, dry skin.
If you use a moisturizer apply it
after Prevage MD. If you have normal
skin sensitivity, begin using
Prevage MD once a day for the first
week and, if you have no skin
reactions, twice a day from then on.
Even though Prevage MD anti-aging
treatment protects your skin against
environmental stressors, it is not a
substitute for sunscreen. Always use
a sunscreen with a minimum of SPF 15
every day.
How much Prevage MD do I use?
Push the pump down once or twice to
dispense a pea-size amount.
Thoroughly massage Prevage MD
anti-aging treatment into your
clean, dry face and neck twice a day
or as instructed by your doctor.
Can I use Prevage MD in
combination with other products?
Prevage MD anti-aging treatment can
be used with most other products
including moisturizers, sunscreens,
and cosmetics. Apply Prevage MD
directly after cleansing; you can
then apply your other products
normally.
Will Prevage MD cause burning or
stinging?
No. In patient trials Prevage MD
anti-aging treatment did not cause
burning or stinging.
Will Prevage MD cause any other
skin reactions?
Whether or not they have sensitive
skin, some people experience
breakouts any time their skin care
regimen changes. If this happens, it
is recommended that, to reduce the
possibility of a breakout, you
should use Prevage MD anti-aging
treatment once a day for the first
week and then begin using it twice a
day.
Are there any special
instructions for using Prevage MD?
If you are using retinoids or other
products dispensed or prescribed by
your doctor, ask about the
appropriate use of these products in
combination with Prevage MD. And, if
you are currently on an aggressive
skin care regimen such as laser
resurfacing, dermabrasion, or medium
to deep chemical peels, your skin
may become more sensitive to Prevage
MD. Discuss with your doctor when
you should begin using Prevage MD
anti-aging treatment after your
procedure.