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The best ingredients for your skincare routine + client care plans for the esthetician in the treatment room

Southeastern Esthetics Institute

Mandelic Acid: Molecular weight of 152; Derived from almonds; Accelerates cell turnover without being too aggressive; Great for sensitive skin types. Phytic Acid: Molecular weight of 160; milder AHA used for exfoliation and skin brightening. Retinol: The standard ingredient found in retinoid products.

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9 Best Vitamin C Serums for Brighter Skin 2024

Aesthetics Advisor

Vitamin C is an antioxidant which protects skin cells from damaging free radicals caused by UV exposure. It also helps lighten hyperpigmentation and brown spots, even out skin tone, and enhance skin radiance. Can I Use Vitamin Serum Everyday? Vitamin C should be used everyday for best results.

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Benefits Of Using Alpha Arbutin Products | How Alpha Arbutin Works

Cosmetify

Alpha arbutin works well for all skin types and tones. To boost its benefits, apply it alongside vitamin C, or after exfoliating with an AHA (which will improve its absorption). It can be worn day and/or night, and should be applied to clean dry skin, before moisturizing.

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10 Best Cosmeceutical Ingredients of 2024

Aesthetics Advisor

A cosmeceutical is essentially a skincare product that contains a biologically active compound that is thought to have pharmaceutical effects on the skin. Both pharmaceutical and cosmeceutical grade skin care products actively effect skin at a cellular level, whereas cosmetic products have a shorter-term effect.

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Updates in Antiaging Ingredients 

The Dermatology Digest

I’ve never been a fan of stem cells in cosmetic products because they don’t penetrate well under the skin. The stem cells in skincare products are from apples and other plants and those are not the same as what we need, so those are useless. Baumann said she loves incorporating vitamin C. J Am Acad Dermatol.

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Linoleic Acid vs Linolenic Acid: What's the Difference?

Aesthetics Advisor

Unsaturated fats are essential for encouraging cell regeneration and keeping skin smooth, elastic, and young-looking. Linoleic acid can be used on all skin types, but those with dry or acne-prone skin may find it most beneficial. High in vitamin E for healthy skin. - Consists of 72.31