After faithfully using both the Skin Genesis Daily Moisturizer Oil Free Lotion and Skin Genesis Daily Treatment Serum Concentrate for several weeks, I discovered one thing for was sure.  My skin was thirsty for water!  While both products have a very smooth and lightweight consistency, which I normally prefer, my skin was left feeling very tight.  Unfortunately, neither of these products offered my skin a sufficient amount of hydration.   I also found the serum’s fragrance to be a bit strong.  On the upside, it didn’t appear that the fragrance bothered my skin at all.   Another pro is that I did enjoy the texture of the serum and found that a little went a very long way.  In the end, I didn’t see a huge difference in my skin’s overall appearance nor did I feel a great improvement of it’s condition. However, I can definitely appreciate the fact that my skin did not experience any irritation or breakout.

All in all, I would recommend these products for a younger skin type that doesn’t have any real concerns.  It is a great line to keep healthy skin on the right track.  However, if you are looking for an anti-aging or anti-acne product that will produce immediate or dramatic results, then neither of these products would work for you.

She found this bit of information so helpful, that till this day she continues to tell other people about it. Here is the secret I let her in on, as well as a couple of others that are just as important to know when it comes to using a facial scrub.

Secret #1: Apricot scrubs are not good for your skin! As a matter of fact, any form of nut or shell scrub is actually more harmful than not for your skin. The reason is very plain and simple. The granules produced by seeds and nuts are rigid and abrasive. Although these granules are very small, they are tough enough to actually cause scratches and tiny tears to your skin. With extended use and over time, your skin will become sensitized and prone to premature aging due to this rough treatment. A great alternative facial scrub is one made of jojoba microbeads. Jojoba microbeads are smooth and round wax beads which offer a gentle, yet effective exfoliation. Cornmeal and rice powder scrubs are also excellent choices and are suitable for all skin types.

Secret #2: A facial scrub can be used daily and in addition to other facial exfoliants, such as peels and masques. So long as you are using the appropriate scrub for your skin, daily application of your facial scrub is beneficial and highly recommended. Regular use of a facial scrub will keep your skin polished, smooth and bright.

Secret #3: A scrub should NEVER be used on acne skin! Despite what your scrub may indicate, i.e, “formulated for Oily/Acne Skin”, it is imperative not to apply the scrub to your breakout. The act of massaging an abrasive solution against your blemishes will only spread bacteria. The result is further breakout and the endless cycle of acne. Rather than a scrub, treat your acne with an AHA, glycolic, enzyme or benzoyl peroxide treatment.

Some or all of these skin care secrets may be old news to you. However, you would be surprised at how many people are unaware of this information. I know that old habits don’t die hard, especially when it comes to dropping the beloved apricot scrub. But these three skin care secrets are simple to follow and extremely beneficial to the health of your skin – so spread the word!

The Wrinkle Cure: Unlock the Power of Cosmeceuticals for Supple, Youthful Skin is one of Dr. Perricone’s first books written to help guide us to beautiful skin through a healthy diet as well as his extended line of patented anti-aging skincare products. Dr. Perricone is a firm believer, as am I, that healthy skin cannot be achieved by the use of skincare products alone. In The Wrinkle Cure, Dr. Perricone makes a strong emphasis on the importance of a well-balanced diet, exercise and adequate hydration. He also explains how your skin will be rewarded with anti-aging benefits by introducing certain supplements to your diet, such as anti-oxidants, alpha lipoic acid and vitamin c ester. In addition to defending the skin from free radicals and premature aging, these supplements and many others mentioned in the book are vital to the overall health and appearance of your skin. The Wrinkle Cure will also name Dr. Perricone’s “Ten Superfoods”, which have been proven to work against certain health issues like diabetes, obesity and aging.

Secondary to changes in your lifestyle, The Wrinkle Cure will teach you all about how to determine and care for your skin type, how and why your skin ages, and how the above mentioned supplements plus many others can and will change your skin for the better when taken both internally and topically. You will also learn what skincare products are most beneficial to the health of your skin. In The Wrinkle Cure, Dr. Perricone proves to be a true advocate for proper skincare by not only introducing his own line of anti-aging and anti-inflammatory skincare products, but also a long list of skincare products from fellow skincare lines. I really found this aspect of the book to be extremely informative and professional on his part.

The Wrinkle Cure offers insightful skin care advice in a way that is easy to understand. I highly recommend this book to those who are truly interested in learning the process of our skin and how to make lifestyle changes in order to maintain the skin’s optimal health. If you are looking for a “quick fix” to reversing the signs of aging or the name of a secret “miracle cream”, then this is not the book for you. If you are serious about taking care of your skin from the inside out, you will find this book invaluable. The lesson to be learned from The Wrinkle Cure is how leading a healthy lifestyle, with consistent exercise, a well-balanced diet and daily care of your skin with proper skincare products, will help you to fight the signs of aging and continue to look and feel young.