Another problem: the brand highlights vitamin C as a key ingredient in ZO Skin Health Exfoliating Polish, but the pH of a product should ideally be less than 3.5 for vitamin C to penetrate the skin. Thus, using a high concentration of baking soda with a pH of 9 in a formula that contains vitamin C just doesn’t make sense. Excess oil on the skin can cause more breakouts. Too much alcohol on the skin can also cause irritation, dryness, and disruption of the skin barrier. ZO Skin Health Oil Control pads also contain glycolic acid and salicylic acid, which are beneficial to the skin. Bottom Line: ZO Skin Health Daily Power Defense serum combines retinol and peptides into one formula, but the inclusion of fragrant essential oils in the formula gives us pause.

Similar to the ZO Skin Health Oil Control Pads, the Complexion Renewal Pads are alcohol-based facial pads.

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Like we mentioned with the other ZO Skin Health retinol products, this ingredient is clinically proven to minimize the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles, improve uneven skin tone, restore skin firmness, and unclog pores. Key Ingredients; Disodium acetyl glucosamine phosphate and fermented red ginseng extract: Helps to restore hydration, elasticity and firmness. ZPRO ®: Helps prevent future signs of aging. Dipeptide diaminobutyroyl benzylamide diacetate: Minimizes the appearance of expression lines. Buddleja stem cell: Helps prevent future signs of aging. Sodium DNA, an ingredient that supports fibroblast activity, is one of the key ingredients in the ZO Skin Health Firming Serum. There are also antioxidants in this formula to protect skin from environmental free radical damage. According to a publication in the journal Clinical Interventions in Aging , retinol can minimize the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles, improve uneven skin tone, restore skin firmness, and unclog pores. Bottom Line: ZO Skin Health Growth Factor Serum is a lightweight serum that consists of humectants, silicones and growth factors.

Moreover, since they work to repair and strengthen, growth factors are great for sensitive skin and inflammatory conditions. In fact, they offer a compelling alternative to retinol against aging signs. What are the benefits of growth factor serums? According to ZO Skin Health Clinic, ZO Growth Factor Serum can be likened to a retinol product as it effectively aids skin rejuvenation. However, unlike retinol, growth serums are better suited to sensitive skin types as it is not as harsh or irritating to the skin.I decided to start using the serum twice a day without thinking about it too much. But after a couple of weeks, I noticed that the rough texture on my skin (from the breakouts) disappeared and the scars began to lighten. It was even better after a month. I knew it had to be that serum. Michelle Henry , a board-certified dermatologist based in NYC, told me that growth factors work well with most skin types but are especially beneficial for a woman of my age (40). ZO Skin Health Oil Control Pads do contain a few beneficial ingredients, such as salicylic acid and glycolic acid, but we don’t think the benefits of these ingredients outweigh the risks of applying so much alcohol to your skin. Apply to clean, dry skin as part of your skincare routine. Who benefits from using Zo Skin Health Growth Factor Serum? Bottom line: ZO Skin Health Daily Power Defense serum contains peptides and retinols. However, the product contains fragrances with may cause sensitivity. of patients experienced improvements in fine lines and wrinkles, firmness, and elasticity + texture and smoothness, after 12 weeks of using Growth Factor Serum.

The Daily Power Defense serum is referred to as an “ antioxidant serum ”, however, the formula doesn’t include many antioxidants, just retinol and a low concentration of vitamin E. In our opinion, it would be better to refer to this as a retinol serum, but we digress. As you age, your body’s production of collagen and elastin slows down. These two proteins are responsible for your skin’s structural support. As a result, the skin loses its natural plumpness and smoothness. Growth factors – stimulate the production of type 1 collagen, increase fibroblast division and enhance skin density. The skin is very thin and has a sparse fat layer – because of that, collagen and elastin (the proteins that give skin strength and firmness) are more prone to degradation caused by sun and pollution exposure.Disodium acetyl glucosamine phosphate and fermented red ginseng extract: Helps to restore hydration, elasticity and firmness For example, one review says, “Exfoliating Polish is my all-time favorite exfoliator. Most products are either too harsh or too soft. This one feels just right. It’s gritty enough that I get a good exfoliation, but not harsh enough that it tears my skin. I always recommend this product to my patients. It’s great for all skin types.”

Another major problem with using high concentrations of denatured alcohol is that this ingredient is well known to cause skin dryness, irritation, and even disruption of the skin barrier. Vitamin C is a water-soluble vitamin that presents numerous skin benefits. It has antioxidant properties and helps remove oxidative species and unwanted substances from the body. Vitamin C also stimulates collagen production in the body.

Powered by ZO Skin Health innovative skin restoration technology, Growth Factor Eye Serum targets the appearance of deep eye wrinkles, crease formation, hollowness and microcirculation decline. ZPRO antioxidant complex – increases hyaluronan contents in the skin which, in return, boosts collagen and hyaluronic acid production. Apply to clean, dry skin. Draw small, gentle circles into the eye orbital area in the AM/PM or as needed. In our opinion, ZO Skin Health products aren’t worth the money, simply because there are other skincare brands that offer similar products that are less expensive. As an alternative to retinol, ZO Growth Serum can minimize the appearance of expression lines, produce brighter skin, smooth wrinkles, improve skin texture, and just improve the overall appearance of skin.