Physician-Only Skincare

Medical-Grade Skincare for Safe, Visible, & Lasting Results

Getting your skincare products through a board certified plastic surgeon is smart for a number of reasons. First, you will be under the care of a physician and skincare team who are knowledgeable about skin health and can help you choose products that are best suited to your skin type and aesthetic goals. Second, physician-only skincare products contain prescription strength levels of active ingredients to help address skin issues more quickly and effectively than drugstore options, saving you time and money in the long run. Finally, products that are exclusively available from authorized physicians have been rigorously tested to ensure they are safe, effective, and consistent in their formulas. In short, the best medical-grade skin care is usually less expensive and more efficacious than the expensive options at the cosmetics counter.

Key Benefits
Glossary

Higher Concentration of Active Ingredients: Medical-grade skincare products contain higher concentrations of active ingredients than over-the-counter products, providing more potent and effective treatment for various skin concerns.
Clinically Proven Efficacy: Medical-grade products undergo rigorous clinical testing to prove their efficacy, ensuring that they deliver the results they promise.
Deep Penetration: These products are formulated to penetrate deeper into the skin, ensuring that active ingredients reach the layers where they can make a significant difference in skin health.
Safety and Quality: With strict manufacturing and testing guidelines, medical-grade skincare products ensure high safety and quality standards, reducing the risk of irritation and adverse reactions.

Acne: A common skin condition characterized by the presence of pimples, blackheads, and cysts, often treated with both over-the-counter and medical-grade skincare products.
Active Ingredients: Substances in skincare products that are responsible for delivering specific benefits, such as retinol for aging or salicylic acid for acne.
Antioxidants: Compounds that protect the skin by neutralizing free radicals, which can cause oxidative stress and damage leading to premature aging.
Clinical Trials: Research studies that test the efficacy and safety of skincare products or ingredients in controlled environments before they are made available to the public.
Collagen Production: The process of creating collagen, a vital protein that gives skin its firmness and elasticity; many medical-grade products aim to stimulate collagen production to reduce signs of aging.
Dermatological Testing: Testing performed under the supervision of dermatologists to assess product safety, efficacy, and the potential for causing skin irritation or allergic reactions.
Hyaluronic Acid: A molecule that can hold up to 1000 times its weight in water, commonly used in skincare products for its powerful hydrating and plumping effects.
Hydration: The process of increasing the water content of the skin, essential for maintaining skin health, elasticity, and appearance.
Medical-Grade Skincare: Skincare products that contain higher concentrations of active ingredients, available through licensed healthcare professionals, and designed to address specific skin concerns more effectively than over-the-counter products.
Over-the-Counter: Skincare products available without a prescription, typically featuring lower concentrations of active ingredients compared to medical-grade or physician-only options.
Peptides: Short chains of amino acids that act as building blocks of proteins such as collagen, elastin, and keratin, used in skincare to repair skin and reduce signs of aging.
pH Level: A measure of how acidic or alkaline a substance is, with the skin’s natural pH being slightly acidic; maintaining the correct pH balance is crucial for skin health.
Physician-Only Skincare: High-quality skincare products that are available exclusively through licensed medical professionals, often featuring potent concentrations of active ingredients for targeted treatment.
Retinoids: A class of compounds derived from vitamin A, used in skincare for their ability to promote cell turnover, stimulate collagen production, and treat acne and signs of aging.
Retinol: A specific type of retinoid that is commonly used in both over-the-counter and medical-grade skincare products to reduce the signs of aging and improve skin texture.
Serum: A skincare product with a lightweight formula designed to deliver high concentrations of active ingredients directly to the skin.
Sun Protection Factor (SPF): A measure of how well a sunscreen will protect skin from UVB rays, the kind of radiation that causes sunburn and contributes to skin cancer.
Transdermal Delivery: The method by which skincare ingredients are formulated to penetrate through the skin’s outer layers to reach deeper tissues, offering more significant benefits.

The following medical-grade skincare lines are available from Dr. Garazo and his licensed medical aesthetician at our skincare center.

SkinCeuticals

Since 1997, SkinCeuticals has been developing advanced skincare backed by science. Created with scientifically proven ingredients, the SkinCeuticals line of physician-grade skincare helps improve the health and beauty of your skin with antioxidant-rich formulas. From anti-aging products designed to help reduce fine lines and wrinkles to everyday options for keeping your skin moisturized, soft, and clear, SkinCeuticals offers a variety of solutions in varying strengths so we can help you build a custom skincare routine that will yield results.

Oxygenetix Post-Procedure Skincare & Makeup

Developed specifically for doctors to help their patients feel confident about their skin after a cosmetic treatment, Oxygenetix is a makeup and skincare line that helps the vital flow of oxygen to the skin. Aloe-vera based, all Oxygenetix products are antibacterial, antimicrobial, and anti-inflammatory, making them a perfect option for even the most sensitive, post-treatment skin.

Not only does Oxygenetix foundation provide beautiful coverage, you can also feel the product soothing your skin as soon as it is applied. It is safe for use immediately after most non-surgical skin treatments, during active acne breakouts, and even just as an everyday makeup that won’t suffocate your skin.

iS Clinical®

Innovative Skincare is dedicated to delivering superior quality, cutting-edge technology, and proven ingredients in all iS Clinical products. With goal-specific protocols to cleanse, treat, hydrate and prevent further skin damage, iS Clinical offers a comprehensive approach to achieving healthier, more beautiful skin.

iS Clinical skin care regimens are excellent for patients who wish to prevent and minimize visible aging, improve skin texture and appearance, or treat common skin conditions such as acne and rosacea.

All iS Clinical products are independently tested and use only pharmaceutical grade ingredients that meet strict international standards for safety and efficacy. iS Clinical does not test on animals or use animal sourced ingredients.

SkinMedica®

SkinMedica is a well-known name in the medical grade skincare world, and for good reason. With a comprehensive suite of products designed to repair and rejuvenate skin at various stages of the aging process, SkinMedica products are clinically proven to be effective and safe, with formulas designed to help almost any skin type.

We carry SkinMedica options to help address a variety of goals:

Reduce visible aging
Prevent and repair sun damage
Reduce redness and rosacea
Enhance healing of surgical scars
Treat acne

Other options include cleansers, toners, and lip enhancement products. Established patients of Dr. Garazo can conveniently purchase their SkinMedica products online through our authorized site.

If you are interested in purchasing medical-grade skincare products from Dr. Garazo, please call our office at (301) 791-1800. We can help you select the products best suited to your needs at a skincare consultation.

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