The seasons always seem to slip by quickly, so don’t let too much time pass without creating a plan for fall facial skin care, advises Jackie Carr, R.N., ANP-BC, LE, owner of Pur-One Medispa in Des Peres. The weeks are likely to get even busier as the holiday season approaches, so make time now to take care of your skin, says Carr, who has more than two decades of experience in the field.
Carr’s recommendations for a fresh, attractive autumn look include SkinCeuticals’ P-TIOX Serum to reduce expression lines, and the company’s Cell Cycle Catalyst Face Serum, which offers exfoliating and anti-aging properties. P-TIOX contains advanced peptides and other active ingredients that exfoliate, brighten, reduce inflammation and hydrate to smooth skin and make lines less visible, and studies have demonstrated texture improvement in as little as a week, Carr explains. “It can be used to complement anti-wrinkle neurotoxin injections including Botox, Xeomin and Dysport, and it’s suitable for people with sensitive skin,” she adds.
For adults who need an exfoliating boost, Cell Cycle Catalyst gently encourages cell turnover and spurs the skin to shed dead tissue. It also helps to reduce fine lines and discoloration and make pores less noticeable. Carr recommends using the product in the morning on freshly cleansed skin, then following with SkinCeuticals Vitamin C serum. Research has shown that Cell Cycle Catalyst can improve the appearance of acne scarring as well, she says.
“Generally, these products should be used year round,” Carr explains. They are not intended to take the place of injectables, but can enhance their results and help clients feel more confident about their appearance, she says.
“These treatments are considered safe and effective for men and women,” Carr adds. “Be sure to wear sunscreen to prevent burns or further sun damage, as the products may increase sun sensitivity.”
Other key ways to prioritize your skin this fall include dermaplaning, hydrafacials and microneedling performed by licensed esthetician Courtney Carr. She also offers microblading, a semipermanent eyebrow enhancement technique that helps shape the brows and better frame the face. It’s a type of cosmetic tattooing process that can improve the appearance and fullness of thin, sparse or broken eyebrow lines. The effect is natural and realistic, and it lasts a year or more.
This season, Jackie Carr also recommends SkinMedica TCA chemical peels to improve pigmentation and keep pores fresh, noting that procedures of this kind can be alternated with other in-office treatments to maximize results. At-home products that brighten, refresh and rejuvenate include those made by EltaMD, DefenAge, SkinCeuticals and other medical grade skincare brands.
“PurOne offers many ways to help clients feel more confident about their skin’s appearance on a daily basis,” Carr says. “The fall season is an especially busy time of year, so make sure to fit regular, proactive skin care into your schedule.”
Pur-One Medispain Des Peres offers a variety of effective skin treatments in a safe, pleasant environment. Pictured on the cover: Owner Jackie Carr, R.N., ANP-BC, LE and microblading artist and licensed esthetician Courtney Carr. For more information, call 314.909.0633 or visit puronemedispa.com.
Cover design by Julie Steiler
Cover photo courtesy of Pur-One Medispa
Pictured a top: Jackie Carr and Courtney Carr
Photo courtesy of Pur-One Medispa
