Quick Tip: When ALA is Best For You

Alpha lipoic acid (ALA) is perfect for people prone to allergic reactions to other types of skin products. It works to improve the overall appearance of the skin, but it is at its best treating the following problems:

• lines and wrinkles

• under eye bags and puffiness

• enlarged pores

• acne scars

• sallow or dull and skin

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Work Wonders On Eye Wrinkles With Alpha Lipoic Acid

Alpha lipoic acid (ALA) is a natural, antioxidant that exists deep inside every cell in our bodies. It can increase the positive effects of other antioxidants such as vitamins C and E. ALA also has the ability to affect metabolism. This is important because aging cells have a slower metabolism, which leads to a reduced ability to repair damage. ALA can actually increase a cells metabolism, meaning that the cell increases its energy production and capacity to heal.

A study conducted by Nicholas Perricone, M.D., among patients aged 35 to 55, found that the use of 1% ALA in a lecithin-based lotion used twice a day revealed:

• Decreased under eye puffiness within 1 to 2 days.

• Skin exhibiting a healthy glow within 5 days.

• A reduction in the number of enlarged pores after 2 weeks.

• Significant reductions in fine lines around the eyes between weeks 4 and 8.

• A decrease in the depth of facial lines between weeks 8 and 12.

• Improved skin texture after 3 months.

Combined with vitamin C ester, Dr. Perricone found a way to reduce, and in some cases, eliminate fine lines, wrinkles and furrows, sallow or dull skin tones, and puffy or dark under eye circles. ALA is at its best in treating those conditions and is widely available in capsules, creams, lotions and masks to meet your specific needs.

Quick Tip: When to Say Si to C

If the area around your eyes has suffered from sun exposure, consider including vitamin C ester as a treatment solution. And if you don’t have a decent pair, invest in quality, wraparound sunglasses to prevent further sun exposure.

Fine Lines? Vitamin C To The Rescue

Got fine lines around the eyes? A stroll down the aisles of your local department store will reveal lots of sparkling bottles, jars and vials guaranteeing to smooth out those fine lines and give you a youthful look. Unfortunately, these claims are rarely true. As you may intimately know, many products offer only limited, short term benefits. That’s not to say that these products can’t do your skin some good. Many companies produce high quality emollient and exfoliant formulas that can temporarily smooth the skin’s surface around the eyes or increase its ability to maintain moisture. And if you are in need of a quick fix, a short-term gain may very well suit your needs.

If you are serious about getting rid of eye wrinkles, however, you must consider those products and treatments that have been scientifically proven to penetrate to where the aging process actually takes place: in the deeper layers of the skin. Antitoxidants or, more specifically, topical antioxidants fit the bill. One of the most effective antioxidants for treating eye wrinkles is vitamin C.

Vitamin C is essential for the production of collagen, the strong connective tissue that essentially holds us together. Dietary vitamin C is just as important as topical solutions. Fruits and vegetables such as strawberries, tomatoes and red bell peppers are rich in vitamin C.

Vitamin C ester is a topical solution discovered by Nicholas Perricone M.D., that can be easily absorbed into the skin. It can be mixed into creams and lotions and keep its potency for months and even years. And over time, vitamin C ester can reduce deeply embedded lines as well as fine lines around the eyes.

But, not all antioxidants are created equal. Even more important, some are better suited to some skin repair jobs than they are to others. According to Dr. Perricone, the skin conditions most likely to respond to treatment with vitamin C ester topical preparations are:

• Fine lines and wrinkles on severely sun-damaged skin;

• Sagging skin that is losing its firmness because of lost or damaged collagen; and

• Sunburned, inflamed or irritated skin.

So if your skin falls into one of the above categories, check out the newest products from Dr. Perricone.

Quick Tip: Selecting Eye Wrinkle Products

If a particular product isn’t working for you, don’t necessarily give up on its active ingredient. Instead, look for a product with a higher concentration of it.

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