How Peptides in Skin Care Products Provide An Anti-Aging Boost

Question: Hi Val, there has been so much talk about peptides and anti-aging skin care products. I wonder, what do peptides do and do they really work?

Valentina: You are right, anti aging Peptides are a popular subject, and for good reason.  Peptides are short chains of amino acids. Amino acids are the basic building blocks of proteins and many other different types of organic molecules. They are easily absorbed by our bloodstream, and for this reason, they have become very popular and effective in anti aging skin care products.
Anti Aging- How Do Peptides Work?
There are many different peptides, and each peptide works in a different way to provide an anti-aging effect on your body.  Some help relax facial wrinkles while others help increase collagen production which can plump up fine lines and wrinkles.  When we age collagen is destroyed and is not naturally replaced.  As a result skin becomes thin and wrinkled over time.
One strategy to improve winkles and to make you look younger is to replace lost collagen. When certain peptides are applied to the skin, they act as a signal to tell your skin it was damaged and to make new collagen.
The most popular single peptide for cosmetic use is palmitoyl pentapeptide (Matrixyl). It can be found in many peptide skin products and might be effective in improving the appearance of fine lines.
You can find this active ingredient in many common drug store/department store products like Strivectin and much less expensive products like Regenerist by Oil of Olay.
How to Get the Best Anti Aging Results From Peptides
Remember, peptides are easily absorbed, but not if you have a buildup of dead skin cells on your face.  This can block absorption of your most expensive beauty products.  Protect your investment.  Remember to exfoliate and have a professional microdermabrasion performed 1x every 3 months.  This way you can be sure that your products will perform as promised.
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Valentina Chistova, International Skin Care Expert

Skin care products, they’re everywhere! On the TV, Internet, and department store beauty counters. They promise beautiful skin for their devoted followers. But how do you really know if these products are working for you? How do you know which products are worthy and which are a waste?

There is so much confusion about which skin care products consumers actually need, because the average consumer does not know his or her skin type. They might think they have oily skin, because they become shiny at the end of the day, or maybe they think they have dry skin because their skin feels tight. All of these physical attributes could actually be symptoms of incorrect skin care and not actual determining factors to one’s specific skin type.

The real question is what does your skin need?

To understand your skin’s unique composition, schedule a consultation with a professionally trained skin care expert. A proper analysis of your skin’s natural balance of oil and water can help you determine which skin care products you need for your type.

Years of improper skin care can have devastating effects. The number one misuse of skin care products occurs from women who have oily skin. Oil is your skin’s natural method of hydration. However, because women don’t like a shiny appearance, they often use harsh products to strip the skin of its natural oils. What women are really doing is disrupting the proper balance of oil and water in their skin. Later on down the road, these same women suffer the symptoms of dry skin. Their skin has lots its natural moisture, and there is no cream that can replace your skin’s natural moisture. Symptoms can include a tightening feeling in the skin, deep and defined wrinkles and fine lines, flaking of the skin, grayish/dull discoloration of the skin.

Do you want a fast fix or a long-term solution to caring for your skin?

My goal is to help you perfect your skin care regimen while you still can. You can create a future radiance and glow for your skin by choosing the right products that work with your specific skin type. Did you ever see an older women whose skin looks so soft? Her wrinkles even look soft and faint, and she will have a rosy glow to her cheeks. This is a woman who has kept her skin’s natural balance of oil and water intact.

My grandmother used to always say to me, “Val if you don’t take care of your skin every night, your skin will grow 4 days older each time you neglect it.”

Valentina’s Solution

Go to a professional and get to know your skin type and what you need to maintain and protect your natural balance of oil and water. When you purchase your skin care products from the Internet, TV or department store counter, you are taking a gamble that the product will actually work against your desired results. Don’t take the advice of someone who is not a trained and licensed skin care expert. If you are interested in a product that you saw on the TV or in a store, seek the advice of a professional first, see if it’s right for your type. Then make your product purchases. A true professional will not persuade you to buy other products. If you are simply looking for advice, they should be open and honest with you.

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Valentina Chistova is a world-renowned aesthetician and beauty expert whose experience encompasses all facets of skin care and body treatments. Internationally trained, educated and certified, Valentina has devoted more than twenty years to her profession.

Valentina is a member of the National Cosmetology Association and a CIDESCO candidate (Comite International Desthetique et de Cosmetologie Desthetique), which is the highest degree of beauty therapy certification available in the United States and worldwide. Most recently, Valentina completed a rigorous training program with the Spanish organization Wontersaf, one of the world’s leading centers for trichology, capillary diagnostics and scalp and hair treatment to combat hair loss and other hair dysfunctions. Valentina also holds a Registered Nursing Degree from Kharkov State University and Cosmetology degrees from the Kharkov Medical Institute in the Ukraine and the Capri Institute of Cosmetology in New Jersey.

Valentina is the owner and director of skin care for ABC Day Spa in Freehold NJ

NJ Skin Care Expert Suggests Best Anti-Aging Facials Including Chemical Facial Peels

Question: Hello Valentina- what is the best anti-aging treatment? I’m in my mid-30’s. I have a few small lines and wrinkles, mainly from the sun. I want to start treating and preventing any more from forming! Which treatments do you recommend? I heard chemical peels are good?

Valentina: Chemical peels are an excellent way to treat and combat the signs of aging. However, like T-Shirts, there is no ‘one size fits all’ approach to skin care. While chemical peels are wonderful, you really need to have your skin analyzed to see which approach will yield the best results for you.

Here are some answers to commonly asked questions regarding Chemical Facial Peels. I am not addressing questions of deep chemical peels since those are performed only by doctors and plastic surgeons. I hope this helps. And remember, make a consultation to have your skin analyzed before booking an appointment for a Chemical Facial Peel. You want to make sure you are choosing the treatment that is best for your skin.

What is a Chemical Peel?

Typically used on the face, a chemical peel uses an acid solution to remove damaged outer layers of the skin. A chemical peel can smooth skin texture and is great for treating blemishes, reducing wrinkles and uneven skin pigmentation.

Are Chemical Peels Dangerous?

If performed correctly by a trained professional, the risk of injury from a chemical peel is low. However, you should always be aware that there could be negative side effects from any advanced skin care treatment like a chemical peel. These risks include scarring, infection, swelling, changes in skin tone, and cold sore outbreaks. This is why it is so critical to have a comprehensive consultation with the professional who is performing your chemical facial peel. You will be asked about any medications you are on, medical history and exposure to the sun.

Can anyone get a chemical facial peel?

Most people with acne, uneven pigments or wrinkles can get chemical peels. There are different types of chemical peels, so you should inquire about which peel would help the specific condition you are looking to treat. If you have been taking Acutane, you may have to wait before getting your peel. If your skin has a tendency to keloid, another treatment may be suggested for you. A professional consultation will help determine which peel is best for you.

Do Chemical Peels hurt?

Depending on how strong of a peel you get, you can expect a burning and tingling sensation during the peel while the solution is on your face. Remember, a deep chemical facial peel is a different story. I am speaking of lower grade peels that can be performed in a spa by a trained professional.

I hope this helps answer some questions you may have had. If you have further questions, email me at info@dayspaexpert.com .


About Valentina Chistova

Valentina Chistova is a world-renowned aesthetician and beauty expert whose experience encompasses all facets of skin care and body treatments. Internationally trained, educated and certified, Valentina has devoted more than twenty years to her profession. Throughout her successful career she has provided services to many celebrities, including Mrs. Globe 2001, famous socialite and entrepreneur Ivana Trump, well-known KTU radio personality Michelle Vassage and Olympic figure skating champion Galit Chait Prior to opening AQUAMEDICA in Long Branch NJ, Valentina also consulted with leading dermatologists, providing skin care regimes for their patients. Valentina is a member of the National Cosmetology Association and a CIDESCO candidate (Comite International Desthetique et de Cosmetologie Desthetique), which is the highest degree of beauty therapy certification available in the United States and worldwide. Most recently, Valentina completed a rigorous training program with the Spanish organization Wontersaf, one of the world's leading centers for trichology, capillary diagnostics and scalp and hair treatment to combat hair loss and other hair dysfunctions. Valentina also holds a Registered Nursing Degree from Kharkov State University and Cosmetology degrees from the Kharkov Medical Institute in the Ukraine and the Capri Institute of Cosmetology in New Jersey.

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