Dean Johnston, MD - Skin Care

Why OTC is not enough

Why Over the Counter (OTC) is not enough

Why continue to buy and use over the counter (OTC) skin care products when they rarely live up to their promises?

The Difference between (OTC) Over-The-Counter Skin Care and Pharmaceutical Skin Care:

Over-The-Counter Skin Care

Over-the-counter products are advertised on TV and in magazines by beautiful models that are influential, and it's easy to feel persuaded. We happen to be fascinated when we catch sight of a photo of a beautiful individual with what appears to be a flawless, radiant complexion. In spite of that we recognize that these images could very well be airbrushed, tinted, and computer-enhanced.

The truth about OTC skin care products is that they're not formulated in a way that allows for penetration beneath the surface layer of the skin. Products that sit on the surface of the skin have a short-lived effect. In addition, many chemical agents are used as foundations for beauty products, which can be a problematic for sensitive skin. OTC products do not treat the underlying skin condition that results in the obvious signs of aging. OTC products are formulated to be used by anyone and everyone; as such, they contain only minute amounts of the active ingredients that actually treat, repair, and correct skin problems.

Pharmaceutical-Grade Skin Care

Pharmaceutical-Grade Skin Care Products penetrate deeply enough to work beneath the surface of your skin enable you to achieve skin health. These products contain active ingredients or higher concentrations that are not available in OTC products. Additionally, Pharmaceutical-Grade Products are regulated more harshly than over-the-counter creams and lotions. The U.S. FDA must test these products for safety and effectiveness, which some over-the-counter products lack these types of testing.

For example, a Tretinoin Cream actually reduces fine wrinkling, discoloration, roughness, and laxity of the skin. It thickens and strengthens the outer layer and coaxes the skin to produce more collagen, which plumps up the face and gives it a younger appearance.

We invite you to bring your skin back to health with a customized skin care regime to treat your unique skin problems. We're proud to offer our patients a complete line of nationwide top vendors and our own superior products to enhance your personal skin care regimen. Dr. Johnston and experienced esthetician are available to explain the benefits of each of these skin care products at our office during a skin care consultation.

Ready to start your new regime, or still have skin care questions? Schedule a skin care consultation with Dr. Johnston and our esthetician by calling our office at 407-333-2525.

Dean Johnston, MD - Skin Care Line

The face is the most exposed part of the body. Much of what we think of as aging is actually damage from exposure to the harsh rays of the sun. Dr. Dean Johnston's esthetician offers many non-surgical treatments that eliminate or soften imperfections on the surface of the face. Please come in for a complimentary evaluation.

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Facials

A facial may be right for you if you:

Want to improve skin tone while undergoing a relaxing treatment
You enjoy soothing massage and pampering

Facials are therapeutic spa treatments that revitalize the skin and reduce blemishes. They involve the application of facial masques and massage. Improvement is subtle and temporary.

Here are some of the facials that are available:

Premier Facial 75 min. $90.00

This treatment has all the elements of a great facial, thorough cleansing, warm towel face wrap, steam, skin analysis, extractions, customized masque, toner and moisturizer, as well as a luxurious massage of the neck, shoulders, back and pressure points of the face. The result is deeply cleansed skin and a tranquil mind.

Clarifying Facial 60 min. $75.00

This treatment helps maintain a healthy complexion with deep pore cleansing, warm towel wrap, steam, extractions, customized enzyme masque to help exfoliate the top layer of skin, followed by a neck, shoulder and back massage, leaving a relaxed healthy looking glow.

Rosacea Facial 60 min. $75.00

Sensitive skin requires individual and customized attention. This facial is for rosacea, sensitive or couperose skin. It helps to gently exfoliate without irritation, while calming the skin with antioxidants of green tea.

Exfoliating Facial 75 min. $95.00

This is a treatment for those who want a deep pore cleansing followed by microdermabrasion to help exfoliate and gently resurface textured skin.

Acne Facial 60 min. $75.00

This is designed specifically for blemished, acneic skin. It includes a deep pore cleansing, warm towel wrap, steam, extractions followed by a customize masque, toner and light Alpha Hydroxy Peel.

Hydrating Facial 60 min. $75.00

This facial is appropriate for dehydrated or mature skin. This treatment meets the skin's need for gentle exfoliation. Afterward, vitamin C and anti-aging therapies are infused into the skin with a warm paraffin masque, leaving the skin relaxed and replenished.

Gentlemen's Facial 60 min. $75.00

A facial designed for your specific skin type. Enjoy deep cleansing, warm towel wrap, steam, exfoliation and customized masque to soothe, invigorate and hydrate your skin. This treatment is helpful in reducing razor bumps by releasing ingrown hairs and other skin irritations while creating an overall smoother shave.

Back Clarifying Treatment 60 min. $65.00

This is designed specifically for blemished skin on the back. It includes deep cleansing, steam, extractions, detoxifying masque and a light Alpha Hydroxy Peel.

Post Surgery Facial 60 min. $65.00

This treatment helps to reduce swelling and tightness from facial surgery. This technique is called "Lymphatic Drainage." It reduces water retention and blood trapped under the skin by lightly massaging the face, neck and décolleté. It will leave your skin relaxed and nourished.

Microdermabrasion

Microdermabrasion may be right for you if you:

Want to remove aging, sun-damaged skin without experiencing any pain or devoting any time to recovery.

Microdermabrasion is a gentle polishing that is like sandblasting for the skin. It uses a powerful jet of fine crystals to painlessly remove old skin cells. Then the exfoliated skin and crystals are instantly vacuumed up. It stimulates the production of collagen so you are left with softer skin and an improved texture.

Microdermabrasion 60 min. $125.006 sessions $625.00

This non-surgical treatment gently polishes and refines the skin while promoting new cell growth. This treatment reduces the appearance of sun damaged skin and is recommended in a series.

Microdermabrasion & Glycolic Combo 60 min. $170.00

This aggressive treatment combines microdermabrasion resurfacing followed by a glycolic chemical peel exfoliation. This is for the patient wanting the optimum result and deeper penetration into the epidermal layer of skin.

Advanced Chemical Peels

Glycolic Peel 30 min. $75.006 sessions $350.00

This Alpha Hydroxy Acid peel helps to minimize the visible signs of aging by balancing irregular skin tones while softening dry skin and alleviating acneic skin.

VI Peel 30 min. $300.003 sessions $750.00

The ViPeel is designed to reverse the signs of aging, sun damage, and environmental factors in order to enhance your skin’s natural beauty. ViPeel contains a synergistic blend of gentle yet powerful ingredients suitable for all skin types. It is highly effective in clearing acne and impurities for patients.

Micropeel 60 min. $125.006 sessions $600.00

The micropeel is a three-step process that removes a thin layer of skin to free impacted debris from the pores by method of enzyme or dermaplaning, followed by an Alpha Hydroxy acid peel. This will help lessen the appearance of fine lines, brown spots and acne scars.

Rejuvenize Peel® 45 min. $300.006 sessions $600.00

A deeper peel that penetrates into the skin to product significant results with minimal irritation. Indicated for moderate to severe skin conditions including sun damage, lines and wrinkles, acne, acne scarring and melasma. Darker skin types require physician consent or established tolerability to the Vitalize Peel®.

Skin Medica's - Vitalize Peel® 30 min. $150.004 sessions $500.00

Vitalize Peel helps fight the effects of time, sun-damage, and environmental assaults with a unique blend of alpha-hydroxy acids* and other peeling agents in a blend that provides an effective, yet gentle treatment that is appropriate for all skin types. This powerful peel can take years off aging skin. Benefits: See noticeable improvement in the look of skin’s texture, tone, and fine lines, Experience a healthier, more youthful glow after a single peel, Excellent for acneic skin, hyperpigmentation and melasma, Dramatic results with little or no downtime Strong but gentle formula.

Skin Care Products

The face is the most exposed part of the body. Much of what we think of as aging is actually damage from exposure to the harsh rays of the sun. Dr. Dean Johnston's esthetician offers many non-surgical treatments that eliminate or soften imperfections on the surface of the face. Please come in for a complimentary evaluation.

Environ - Skin Care Line

Environ® AVST™ 1, 2, 3, 4 & 5

The AVST Creams 1 - 5 are Environ's new innovative skin care range formulated exclusively for the International Market. These moisturizers contain vitamin A and antioxidants including vitamins E, vitamin C, Green Tea Extract, Honeybush and Rooibos Tea Extracts, Resveratrol and Beta-Carotene. The concentration of vitamins A and C increase in the step-up system of the moisturizers. Consumers are, therefore, advised to follow the step-up system. The AVST moisturizers are endorsed by the prestigious Swiss Vitamin Institute ensuring that the client receives the highest quality product with the claimed vitamin content.

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Environ® AVST™ Eye Gel

AVST Eye Gel is rich in antioxidants and has a low concentration of vitamin A. This product has been specially formulated to treat the delicate skin around the eye area. It assists in smoothing, firming and restoring moisture to this sensitive area. In addition, it helps to promote healthier and firmer skin.

The Eye Gel contains the lowest level of vitamin A in the AVST range and should be applied sparingly to the eye area morning and evening under the selected Environ moisturizer.

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Environ® AVST™ Moisturizing Toner

AVST Moisturizing Toner is an easily absorbed, fragrance-free formulation. It promotes the natural acid mantle of the skin. This technically advanced formula includes Ethoxydiglycol to increase efficacy of ingredients contained in the AVST range and Niacinamide to assist in nourishing the skin.

This toner should be used twice daily after pre-cleansing and cleansing, before the application of AVST and Environ products. Suitable for all skin types.

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Environ® AVST™ Cleansing Lotion

AVST Cleansing Lotion is a technically advanced formula that gently and effectively removes make-up and surface impurities, while conditioning and assisting to maintain the natural acid balance of the skin.

Apply morning and evening after pre-cleansing. Massage gently and rinse off with water to leave skin feeling soft and refreshed. Suitable for all skin types.

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Environ® Sunscreen

Environ Sunscreen is an antioxidant sunscreen (SPF25) that provides a broad-spectrum transparent barrier against UVA and UVB rays. Environ Sunscreen SPF 25 contains micronized titanium dioxide which provides a broad-spectrum transparent barrier against UVA and UVB rays. Antioxidants help fight free radical damage and combat the effects of the sun and pollution on the skin.

Apply evenly before sun exposure and reapply as needed. Environ Sunscreen is paraben-free, non-greasy and suitable for all skin types. Environ Sunscreen does not contain vitamin A.

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Dermesse - Skin Care Line

Essential 6 Step System®:

The Essential Skin Care System products are pharmaceutical grade, and contain the highest levels of active ingredients available to reverse skin care damage and the normal effects of aging. Maintain healthy skin for the long haul with a simple plan that’s equal in value to the Obagi System but, more cost effective!

Step 1: Cleanser
Step 2: Toner
Step 3: Skin Lightener with 4% Hydroquinone
Step 4: Exfoliator Forte
Step 5: Balancer with 4% Hydroquinone
Step 6: Sunblock SPF 30

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Tretinoin Cream

Tretinoin is a powerful ingredient to add to your skin care regime. It is well known for its anti-aging properties, efficiently removing the surface layer of the skin to speed up the cell turnover process and visibly diminishing obvious signs of aging.

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Sugar Scrub

This natural based preservative free product combines mild sugar based non-ionic detergents with natural sugar, for a gentle exfoliating rinse-off treatment that leaves your skin softer than ever. Suited for the face as well as the feet, knees, and elbows.

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Neova® - Skin Care Line

Neova® - DNA Repair Factor Nouishing Lotion

Every skin type benefits from hydration and the most progressive moisturizers offer stronger insulation—a physical barrier—that protects and enables skin to help itself by accelerating its own natural repair process.

DNA Repair Factor Nourishing Lotion provides the restorative action of copper peptides, advanced DNA repair and enhanced moisturizing properties.

Benefits:

Identifies DNA damage and speeds its repair.
Combats the consequences of premature, intrinsic and UV aging.
Reduces the signs of collagen degradation.
Hydrates and corrects.

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Neova® - DNA Total Repair

Neova correction products provide novel mechanisms of action, groundbreaking ingredients and proprietary delivery systems to significantly reduce the signs of photo aging, rejuvenate the skin and soothe irritation.

A groundbreaking formula that speeds recovery from past photo damage, stimulates natural DNA repair mechanisms to self-correct and reduces the symptoms of collagen degradation.

Benefits:

Speeds recovery from previous sun-inflicted DNA damage.
Intensifies the skin’s ability to self correct to resist future photo damage.
Diminishes the visible signs of DNA damage, including fine lines, wrinkles and discolorations.

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Neova® - Power Defense

Neova correction products provide novel mechanisms of action, groundbreaking ingredients and proprietary delivery systems to significantly reduce the signs of photo aging, rejuvenate the skin and soothe irritation.

An advanced formula delivers a penetrating concentrate of Copper Peptide Complex®, antioxidants, and a potent tetra peptide to protect against oxidation, boost collagen, and promote structural support.

Benefits:

Intensifies the skin’s ability to defend against free-radical damage with concentrated levels of antioxidants.
Combats collagen and elastin depletions with powerful Copper Peptide Complex.
Increases moisture absorption with Sodium Hyaluronate.

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Revision - Skin Care Line

Nectifirm®

Nectifirm ™ rejuvenates fragile skin on the neck and décolletage by treating it differently than the skin on the face.The neck and décolletage will feel increasingly firmer, smoother, hydrated and better able to withstand gravity's daily pull.

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Intellishade™ SPF 45

Natural mineral coverage is combined with proprietary Intellishade ™ Technology to provide flawless tinted coverage for every skin tone. Broad spectrum sunscreens are coupled with small zinc technology to help protect the skin from harmful UVA/UVB rays, while maintaining a lightweight, non-greasy feel.

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EltaMD Post Ablative Skin Care

Concentrated moisturizer to facilitate healing following CO2 laser resurfacing or dermabrasion. System is used immediately following the procedure to prevent drying and tightness.

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Clarisonic System

Clarisonic Sonic Skin Cleansing Systems use a patented sonic frequency of more than 300 movements per second to gently, yet thoroughly remove 6X more makeup and 2X more dirt and oil than cleansing with your hands alone. You'll experience cleaner and healthier skin leaving that feels and looks smoother and more radiant.

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Sesha - Skin Care Line

Renu Exfoliating Gel

Award-winning exfoliating gel uses natural papaya enzyme to gently remove dead cells and unclog pores.

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Botanical Hydromask

The Botanical Hydro Mask moisturizes and purifies the skin. Works on all skin types, calms and hydrates skin after treatment or after regular home care.

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Bio-Peptide Anti-Wrinkle Mask

This mask makes an excellent finish to an anti-aging treatment or an at-home regimen. Packed with nutrients and peptides such as Argireline™, Vitamins B, C, and E, and botanical extracts, this anti-wrinkle mask not only smoothes fine lines and wrinkles, but also calm the skin from environmental stresses to rejuvenate it back to a youthful glow.

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Cell-White Brightening Mask

This mask is formulated with alpha-arbutin, a powerful whitener that helps prevent tyrosinase activation to decrease melanin production. This brightening mask also combines the most advanced peptides and antioxidants to brighten skin color while cucumber extracts soothe, hydrate and tone the skin.

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Bio-Peptide Revitalizing Dermal Mask

This mask works especially well after skin treatments such as micro-dermabrasion, laser, or mild chemical peel. Using the newest skin-like bio-material, contains active anti-wrinkle ingredients such as Dermaxyl - an advanced bio-peptide that repairs cutaneous skin cells and stimulates cellular communication, Hydrergy and DMAE - to help smooth fine lines, hydrate and tone the skin.

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Décolletage Mask

This mask uses the newest materials and ingredients to lift and tighten skin from the neck down to the décolletage, restoring a smooth appearance to the neckline and chest.