Cetaphil Creates Retinol Moisturizer.Light-sensitive retinol retinol: see Vitamin A under vitamin. is featured in a new anti-aging night cream. GALDERMA LABORATORIES, maker of Cetaphil, is working overtime. During sweet slumber, Cetaphil's new Nighttime Facial Moisturizer mois·tur·iz·er n. A cosmetic lotion or cream applied to the skin to counter dryness. moisturizer n → crema hidratante moisturizer moist n with Retinol offers the rejuvenating effects of. 15% retinol and serves as a counterpart to Cetaphil's Daily Facial Moisturizer with SPF (1) (Stateful Packet Firewall) See stateful inspection. (2) (Sender Policy Framework) An e-mail authentication system that verifies that the message came from an authorized mail server. 15 to provide around-the-clock skin care benefits. "It's Cetaphil 24-7," said Trey Schutz, Cetaphil product manager. "This represents an important progression in the Cetaphil line by offering both a.m. and p.m. skin care." Retinol, a light-sensitive anti-aging ingredient, combats the extrinsic signs of aging, such as exposure to UV light and other environmental extremes that cause deep, coarse wrinkles over time. "Retinol is a very efficient ingredient for helping skin look younger, smoother and clearer," said Patricia Farris, M.D., a Metairie, LA dermatologist and Tulane University clinical assistant professor. "The problem is that retinol is a finicky fin·ick·y adj. fin·ick·i·er, fin·ick·i·est Insisting capriciously on getting just what one wants; difficult to please; fastidious: a finicky eater. ingredient that degrades quickly in the presence of light, especially when used in daytime products. Retinol light degradation can't be prevented. However, if a product delivers retinol at night, studies have shown that the skin will continue to benefit from it many hours later." The low level of retinol in Cetaphil's moisturizer also provides a safe and effective way to deliver benefits, such as improved skin texture and pigmentation pigmentation, name for the coloring matter found in certain plant and animal cells and for the color produced thereby. Pigmentation occurs in nearly all living organisms. . "Cetaphil Nighttime Facial Moisturizer with Retinol allows users to experience less irritation than other products containing retinol," said Stephen W. Clark, president of Galderma Laboratories, manufacturer of Cetaphil. "It is widely used and recommended by dermatologists." Other options such as cosmetic surgery, chemical peels, dermabrasion dermabrasion /derm·abra·sion/ (der?mah-bra´zhun) planing of the skin done by mechanical means, e.g., sandpaper, wire brushes, etc.; see planing. der·ma·bra·sion n. and several prescription and over-the-counter products exist to rectify extrinsic skin damage, but using retinol alone can provide the desired effects, according to Mr. Schutz. Clinical studies at Galderma Laboratories showed a 30-35% improvement in fine lines and wrinkles during a four-month nighttime trial. Pigmentation and color of the skin were also improved by 30%. A 1.05-oz. tube will retail for $15 at mass merchandise and drug stores nationwide this January. Galderma Laboratories also introduced Differin (adapalene) Cream, 0.1%, an acne solution for sensitive skin. According to company research, people with acne have both sensitive and oily skin that is allergic to many cosmetic and exfoliation exfoliation /ex·fo·li·a·tion/ (eks-fo?le-a´shun) 1. a falling off in scales or layers. 2. the removal of scales or flakes from the surface of the skin. 3. treatments. The Differin (adapalene) Cream, 0.1% is odorless and works just beneath the skin to clear pores of sebum sebum: see sebaceous gland. and bacteria that cause acne. Available only by prescription, the line includes cream, gel, pledgets (facial wipes) and solution. By Veronica MacDonald Associate Editor |
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