L+A has reported on ID Skin, a brand that was designed by Azul Plastic Surgery and Medical Spa medical director and board certified cosmetic surgeon, Dr. Patrick Flaharty. L+A featured ID Skin Pro in a recent article, showcasing their Revive Cream that was designed by Dr. Flaharty for his patients after they received a Morpheus8 Treatment. While this is an incredibly aggressive treatment to help age management patients, ID Skin also offers a highly effective treatment option for those with fragile skin who may not be a candidate for Morpheus8.
Thanks to ID Skin for sponsoring this article so that we can share Dr. Flaharty’s incredible age management solutions for fragile skin.
If you read the 2024 L+A Report: Guide to MediSpa Services for Menopause Patients, you know that oftentimes mature skin can be more fragile. While many menopause patients are looking for solutions to fine lines, wrinkles, and skin laxity, many of the more aggressive treatments are the best option. These patients need effective, yet gentle solutions.
ID Skin’s AgeWell Facial and Home Care
Dr. Flaharty’s brand, ID Skin has a wide variety of products from organic, brightening, age management, acne, and their exclusive AgeWell collection. Dr. Flaharty designed AgeWell specifically for patients who wanted age management results but needed a softer, gentler approach to achieving their treatment results.
Dr. Flaharty’s team has designed a professional skin care treatment that you can now offer in your medical or spa skin care practice. This treatment uses gentle cleansers, and a mild enzyme to prepare the skin for a deeply nourishing mask that is followed by an array of AgeWell products designed to renew and rejuvenate the skin. There’s a serum with three forms of Vitamin A designed for those who can not tolerate RetinA. The in-use products and home care products are infused with antioxidants, botanicals, and oxygenating ingredients.
Clients can expect to see an improvement in their fine lines and wrinkles. They will see improvement in tone and texture. Many have seen greater luminosity as well as increased skin firmness.
Products in AgeWell Facial for Fragile Skin
AgeWell Serum
AgeWell Serum is an age management elixir containing three important forms of Vitamin A: Retinol, Retinyl Palmitate, and Hydroxypinacolone Retinoate. This trio is a highly effective, yet gentle, anti-wrinkle solution, especially for those who do not tolerate the drying effect of prescription Retin-A®.
Majic Eyes
Majic Eyes is a deeply hydrating eye gel containing a powerhouse of multiple anti-aging ingredients delivering immediate and long lasting results! Perfluorodecalin delivers a blast of oxygen plumping and hydrating skin while powerful ingredients work to restructure and repair, warding off wrinkles. Liquid Crystals add a soft shimmer creating a diffusing effect to illuminate under eye shadows. Imperfections are diminished and fine lines are immediately reduced. Skin looks bright and moisturized with restorative effects that last for days.
Purity Cleanser
Purity Cleanser is a mild, gel-based multi-functional cleanser that purifies, removes makeup, tones and tightens skin, and gently exfoliates surface cells. Non-drying or irritating, it contains light Alpha and Beta Hydroxy Acids and natural plant extracts for gentle exfoliation. Calming botanicals such as Aloe and Cucumber extract balance moisture while ingredients such as Tea Tree oil inhibit bacteria formation. Powerful Vitamin C and nutrients from Apple, Orange, Lemon, and Green Tea extracts act as strong antioxidants helping to even skin tone and prevent damage from environmental pollutants.
Gentle Enzyme Mask
Gentle Enzyme Mask is a mild fruit-based enzyme mask that gently removes dry, dead, and flaky surface skin to reveal a fresh, healthy complexion. Organic Pineapple and Papaya enzymes work without harsh particles or scrubbing and is, therefore, perfect for sensitive and fragile skin as well as post-treatment application. Mild exfoliation should be a part of every skin care routine to help maintain the balance of moisture and oil without an excess of cellular build-up. This allows nutrients and active ingredients to penetrate deeper where they do their best work. The result? Healthier, better-functioning skin.
Professional Moisture Mask
Rejuvenate and purify tired, dull complexions with Moisture Mask, this creamy clay-based mask. Kaolin and Bentonite clays stimulate circulation helping to remove impurities and encourage natural regeneration.
Aloe, Jojoba Seed Oil, and botanical Squalane nourish parched skin while Sodium Hyaluronate draws moisture deep into tissue reducing the visible signs of aging.
This gentle mask deep cleans pores while providing essential moisture leaving skin supple and blemish-free.
ID SKIN AgeWell Facial Protocol
This facial is a universal facial for all skin types and ages and is suitable for women and men.
Client Preparation: Make the client comfortable and turn the steamer on, client’s eyes should be covered.
Step 1
Begin treatment by spritzing face with Detox Blast Toner approximately one foot from skin, be sure the eyes are covered.
Step 2
Cleanse the skin with the Purity Cleanser. Remove with damp, disposable sponges or warm rolled towel. If client is very sensitive, or presents with Rosacea, skip this step and move to the next.
Step 3
Perform a second cleanse with Gentle Cream Cleanser.
Step 4
Apply Gentle Enzyme to face, leave on for 10 minutes, and remove with warm water, on sponges.
Step 5
Apply the Moisture Mask to the skin, allowing it to penetrate for up to 10 minutes.
Restart the steamer, and remove all traces of mask, with damp sponges and warm wet towel.
Step 6
Apply AgeWell serum for immediate penetration and allow it to sit on skin till absorbed.
Step 7
Apply a generous amount of Repair Gel, to the skin and perform, a massage, tissue off residual product.
Step 8
Apply Majic Eyes to the under eye area and ID SKIN SUN GUARD to face if warranted. Client is now ready for Makeup.