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Size: 0.5oz

Who It's For

Could be good as a preventive product but also for sun damage and wrinkles. 

Dr. Irwin's Product Review

 Antioxidant/Anti-Glycation: The gentle antioxidant (in this case plant flavanoids) with peptides are present in other eye creams. What's new here is the addition of plant based anti-glycation extracts. Glycation causes breakdown of the collagen and elastin fibers over time. Interesting product but  what works in cells in a lab doesn't always work in live humans. Most of our patients who used this product got nice results.

How to Use

Use nightly or morning and night. 

Ingredients

Water, Glycerin, Dimethicone, Isohexadecane, Paraffin, Silca, Polyglyceryl-4 Isosterate, Prophylene Glycol, Cetyl PEG/PPG-10/1 Dimethicone, Hexy Laurate, Nylon-12, Hydroxyprophl Terahydropyrantriol, Methysilanol/Silcate Crosspolymer, Polyethylene, Ascorbyl Glucoside, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Octyldodecanol, Tocopherylacetate, Vaccinium Myrtillus Extract/Vaccinium Myrtillus Fruit Extract, Sodium Citrate, Phenoxyethanol, Steric Acid, Caffeine, PEG-6 Isosterate, Ethylparaben, N-Hydroxysuccinmde, Triethanolamine, Chlorphensin, Palmitoyl Terapepide-7, Palmitoyl Oligopeptide, Ammonium Polyacryldimethltayramide/Ammonium Polyacryloydimethyl Taurate Menthoxypropanediol, Pentasodium Penteiate, Dipeptide-2, Chrysin, Hesperidin Methyl Chalcone, Hesperetin Laurate, Methylparaben, Titanium Dioxide , Aluminium Hydroxide, D36482/2. 

Size:  30ml 

Who It's For

Mild to moderate brown spots or other pigmentation problems and for those who can't or don't want to use hydroquinones.

Dr. Irwin's Product Review

SkinCeuticals Advanced Pigment Corrector contains actives 0.5% Ellagic Acid, 5.0% yeast extract, 0.3% salicylic acid and more ingredients. All of these lighten pigment. Small studies show similar results to prescription strength hydroquinone 4% but without the irritation or potential toxicity. Good alternative to hydroquinones in the winter and for anyone who is allergic to or irritated by hydroquinones.  We are getting good reports from our patients on this product.

SkinMedica has also come out with Lytera. We don’t know yet which of these two works best. I recommend trying one for 3 months and then the other for 3 months and see which works best until we have more information. Please remember that none of these including prescription strength hydroquinones offer miracles for pigment problems.

How to Use

Once or twice a day on cleansed skin. My bias is to put any antioxidant or cell growth factors on first, and then the lightening cream. Then use a high zinc (>10%) sunscreen and double layer with a 2nd sunscreen like the Colorscience powder.

Ingredients

Aqua/Water/Eau, Cyclohexasiloxane, Dimethicone, Glycerin, Alcohol Denat., Butylene Glycol, Polysilicone-11, Pentaerythryityl Tetraethylhexanoate, Ptfe, Methylsilanol/Silicate Crosspolymer, Hydroxyphenoxy Propionic Acid, Ammounium Polyacrydimethyltauramide/Ammonium Polyacryloyldimethyl, Inulin Lauryl Carbamate, Pentylene Glycol, Ammonium Acryloyldmethyltaurate/Steareth-8 Methacrylate Copolymer, Dimethiconol, Cl 77891/Titanium Dioxide, Salicylic Acid, Chlorphenesin, Flax Extract/Yeast Extract/Extrait De Lavure, Sodium Hydroxide, Xanthan Gum, Mica, Disodium Edta, Ppg-5-Ceteth-20, Citric Acid, D159713/2 

Size: 4 fl oz

Who It's For

Scrubs are best daily for those with oily skin, large pores and acne but cut back if you get irritated or seem too dry. They should be used only once or twice a week otherwise. Over scrubbing is easy to do. 

Dr. Irwin's Product Review

We tested about 10 different facial scrubs and most were either too harsh or just annoying in some way - like horrid fragrance, etc. We liked two of them and this was one.  (The Eminence Citrus Exfoliating Wash was the other.) This one is still very gentle (good), but creamier and more hydrating than the Citrus Wash.  You could use this daily if you have oily skin and acne or several times a week otherwise. Could be used with the Clarisonic Mia.

How to Use

See above, depends on skin type and what other products are being used.  Remember that all retinoids and glycolics exfoliate to some extent.

Ingredients

Water  (Aqua), Cocamidopropyl Hydroxysultaine, Polyethylene, Oxidized Polyethylene, Polysorbate 20, Glycerin, Butylene Glycol, Jojoba Esters, Triethanolamine, Carbomer, Carrageenan, Laminaria Digitata Extract, Allantoin, Chamomilla Recutita (Matricaria) Flower Extract, Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Extract, Phenoxyethanol, Caprylyl Glycol , Ethylhexylglycerin, Hexylene Glycol, Fragrance, Citric Acid , Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice Powder, Disodium ED 

Size: 0.5 fl oz.

Who It's For

Best for those who want to reduce the appearance of fine lines and dark circles around their eyes.  Don"t use if you have a propylene glycol allergy.

Dr. Irwin's Product Review

This is a good retinol option for the eye area.   It's gentle enough for most people to use while giving the benefits that retinoids do - decreasing fine wrinkles, helping to control pigment and dark circles, and improving sun damage overall.   For most people trying to use Renova, tretinoin or other retinoids is too irritating on eyelid skin.    Also contains antioxidants green tea polyphenols and vitamin C, Arnica, and a peptide.   Remember that wearing sunglasses really helps to protect the eye area also.

How to Use

Apply around your eyes once or twice daily.  It's fine to apply a moisturizer over or under this - just wait 5-10 minutes in between.

Ingredients

Purified Water, Glycerin, Glyceryl Dilaurate, Acrylates Copolymer, Acrylates/Steareth-20 Methacrylate Copolymer, Octyldodecyl Stearoyl Stearate, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Glyceryl Acrylate/Acrylic Acid Polymer, Propylene Glycol, Macrocystis Pyrifera (Kelp) Extract, Glyceryl Stearate, Camellia Sinensis (Green Tea) Polyphenols, Myristyl Myristate, Myristyl Laurate, Retinol, Tocopheryl Acetate, Hesperidin Methyl Chalcone, Sodium Hyaluronate, Pinanediol, Camphanediol, Dipeptide-2, N-Hydroxysuccinimide, Chrysin, Palmitoyl Oligopeptide, Palmitoyl Tetrapeptide-7, Phytonadione (Vitamin K), Silybum Marianum Fruit Extract, Sodium PCA, PEG-100 Stearate, Polysorbate-20, Phospholipids, Hydrolized Wheat Protein, Phyllanthus Emblica Fruit Extract. Cetyl Alcohol, Myristyl Alcohol, Lauryl Alcohol, Behenyl Alcohol, Behenyl Alcohol, Palmitic Acid, Stearic Acid, Lecithin, Ascorbic Acid, Arnica Montana Powder, Polyacrylamide, C13-14 Isoparaffin, Laureth-7, Steareth-20, PVP, Butylated PVP, Caprylyl Glycol, Ethylene Brassylate, Phenoxyethanol, Sorbic Acid, Sodium Hydroxide, Disodium EDTA.

Size: 8 fl oz

Who It's For

Oily skin and acne only

Dr. Irwin's Product Review

This is a good, basic benzoyl peroxide wash at a good price.  Great for teens and 20s with lots of oil.

How to Use

Use once or twice a day but all BP products may stain towels, pillow cases and sometimes clothing so generally we recommend using in the morning only.  The wash (as opposed to a cream) does that less since you are rinsing it off.

Ingredients

Active Ingredients: Benzoyl Peroxide 5%, Inactive Ingredients: Carbomer, Imidazolidinyl Urea, Methylparaben, Sodium C14-16 Olegin Sulfonate, Water

Size: 30 ml

Who It's For

Sun damaged, aging and normal to dry skin.

Dr. Irwin's Product Review

Like TNS from SkinMedica, NeoCutis has it's own proprietary blend of skin cell growth factors, cytokines and proteins from young skin cells grown in the lab.  The actual science behind these is suggestive but not conclusive.  Most patients who have used these, concluded they were beneficial.

Comparing this to TNS, they are very similar but this is a better price and more hydrating - it's a cream.  The TNS product is actually .63 oz for $165 and this product is $98 for 1 oz.   See also the Bio-Serum by NeoCutis which is more like the TNS in consistency. 

How to Use

After cleansing once or twice a day. Could be used as your moisturizer and antiaging treatment product.

Ingredients

Water (Aqua), Octyldodecanol, Glyceryl Stearate, Decyl Oleate, Glycerin, Propylene Glycol, Wheat Germ Oil (Triticum Vulgare), Stearic Acid, Cetyl Alcohol, Ceteareth-20, Processed Skin Proteins (PSP^®), Myreth-3 Myristate, Ceteareth-12, Cetearyl Alcohol, Cetyl Palmitate, Tocopheryl Acetate, Dimethicone, Borage Seed Oil (Borago Officinalis), Carbomer, Triethanolamine, Methylparaben, Propylparaben, Glycosphingolipids, Phenoxyethanol, Disodium EDTA, BHT, Ethylparaben, Butylparaben, Methylisothiazolinone, Methylchloroisothiazolinone.

Size: 2 fl oz

Who It's For

Mostly for dry, 40+ or estrogen-challenged skin

Dr. Irwin's Product Review

Organic. This rich moisturizer contains blueberry extract as an antioxidant and soy which has some estrogenic effects (helps plump the skin). Great for extremely dry skin. Smells wonderful and a very nice consistency.  You don't need much and it's a very popular gift.

How to Use

Apply once or twice daily.   You can thin it a little with water in your palm to make it a lighter consistency or if travelling to a more humid climate.   I love this on airplanes to rehydrate hands and face and put it in a small container in my flight bag.  It doesn't have a lot of preservatives, so if you haven't used it in 3 months after opening, throw it out.

Ingredients

Blueberry Juice, Blueberry Pulp, Corn Germ Oil, Cetearyl Glucoside, Shea Butter, Soy Yogurt, Raspberry Juice, Bramble Juice, Glyceryl Stearate, Grape Seed Oil, Calendula Oil, Glycerin (Vegetable Based), Xanthan Gum, Biocomplex (Vitamins A-C-E, Coenzyme Q10, Alpha Lipoic Acid), Evening Primrose Oil, Glycine Derivative, Salicylic Acid, Lactic Acid

Size: 6.7 fl ozs

Who It's For

Very dry, rough, or keratosis pilaris prone skin.

Dr. Irwin's Product Review

If you have dry, rough skin on your body or keratosis pilaris (inherited bumpy follicles on the backs of the arms), this is the best choice for you. Very moisturizing.  It has 17.7% urea which is used at much higher concentrations in some prescription products.  At this level it is extremely hydrating and you will notice a difference within a week. Also contains 2% rice protein.  Also good if you are a swimmer in chlorinated pools.

How to Use

Daily after your bath or shower.  Or you can alternate with other lotions and still get a nice effect.

Ingredients

Water, Hydroxyethyl Urea, Hydroxyethylpiperazine Ethane Sulfonic Acid, Niacinamide, Butylene Glycol, Glycerin, Alcohol Denat., Caprylic/capric Triglyceride, Undecane, Dimethicone, Sorbitan Palmitate, Tridecane, Glycine, Polymethylsilsesquioxane, Phenoxyethanol, Sodium Lactate, Carbomer, Cetyl Alcohol, Hydroxyethyl Acrylate/sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer, Sodium Stearoyl Glutamate, Stearic Acid, Triethanolamine, Palmitic Acid, Dimethiconol, Chlorphenesin, Peg-100 Stearate, Glyceryl Stearate, Disodium Edta, Sodium Hyaluronate, Citrus Aurantium Dulcis Oil / Orange Peel Oil, Limonene, Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis Oil / Sweet Almond Oil, Eucalyptus Globulus Oil / Eucalyptus Globulus Leaf Oil, Pelargonium Graveolens Oil / Pelargonium Graveolens Flower Oil, Citrus Nobilis Peel Oil / Mandarin Orange Peel Oil, Mentha Piperita Oil / Peppermint Oil, Citrus Grandis Oil / Grapefruit Peel Oil.

Size: 5 oz

Who It's For

Oily and acne prone skin types, mild exfoliant

Dr. Irwin's Product Review

A very good cleanser for acne and oily skin. Contains salicylic acid, two alpha hydroxyl acids (glycolic and mandelic) and microbeads which all help to unclog pores and exfoliate. Not irritating.

How to Use

To cleanse morning and night

Ingredients

Aqua (water), Salicylic Acid 2%, Sodium Cocoyl Isothianoate, Sodium Methyl Cocoyl Taurate, Lauramidopropyl Betaine, Potassium Azelaoyl Diglycinate, Glycolic Acid, Mandelic Acid, Glyceryl Stearate, Sodium Hydroxide, Polyethylene, Carbomer, Caprylyl Glycol, Hydroxypropyl Methylcellulose, Fragrance, Triethanolamine

Size: 2 fl oz

Who It's For

Normal or combination skin, or 40+ skin that is not too dry.

Dr. Irwin's Product Review

This lightweight, pore-minimizing moisturizer is for normal or combination skin. A nice, light basic moisturizer. Contains marine and plant extracts in small amounts. This is perfect if you are about 30 with normal or combination skin or older but not too dry.

How to Use

Once or twice daily

Ingredients

Water, Hypnea Musciformis extract, Gelidiela Acerosa extract, Sargassum Filipendula extract, Sorbitol, Cetyl Palmitate, Stearic Acid, Stearyl Benzoate, Butylene Glycol, Sanguisorba Officinalis extract, Glycerin, Alpha Tocopherol, Cyclopentasiloxane, Hamamelis Virginiana extract, Hypericum Perforatum extract, Thymus Vulgaris extract, Glycyrrhiza Glabra extract, Urtica Dioica extract, Urtica Diocia extract, Glyceryl Stearate, PEG-100 Stearate, Sodium Hyaluronate, Retinyl Palmitate, Allantoin, Panthenol,Phenoxyethanol, Carbomer, Triethanolamine, Methylparaben, Trisodium EDTA, Propylparaben, Butylparaben, Ethylparaben

Size: 1.7 oz

Who It's For

Great for normal or dry skin, but can be used by anyone who wants their skin to look smoother and more glowing. Not for acne prone skin though.

Dr. Irwin's Product Review

 I wish they would re-name this product, because it's a great moisturizer, not really a repair cream.  It has one wonderful property in particular - the best light diffusers of any moisturizers I've seen! It makes your skin look like you just actually got 8 hours of sleep or are at a candlelit dinner. There's a slight golden glow with reflectors that makes skin look wonderful. Worth a try especially if your skin tends to be dull or you're not getting enough sleep (sleep is better).

The jar for this is beautiful, very sculptural almost like a fine perfume, so it makes a nice gift.

Note: we've had a couple users return this product because the jar did not look full.  So don't be surprised if the jar looks only 2/3 full - it comes that way and has it's full 1.7 ozs. 

How to Use

Apply to the face and neck in the morning and at night after cleansing

Ingredients

Water, Tetrahexyldecyl Ascorbate, Tocopheryl Acetate, Glyceryl Stearate, Stearic Acid, Cetearyl Alcohol, Palmitoyl Hydrolyzed Wheat Protein, Polymethylmetacrylate, Dimethicone, Glycerin, Alcohol, Lecithin, Aspergillus/Aspidosperma Quebracho Ferment, Acrylates/C 10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer, Triethanolamine, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice, Algae Extract, Phenyl Trimethicone, Cyclomethicone, Polysisicone-11, Panthenol, Avena Sativa (Oat) Kernel Extract, Brassica Campestris/Aleurites Fordi Oil Copolymer, Squalane, Decyl Sunflowerate, Phenoxyethanol, Methylparaben, Butylparaben, Ethylparaben, Propylparaben, Tocopheryl Linoleate, Tocotrienol, Retinyl Palmitate, Tromethamine, Carbomer, Allenton, Carthamus Tinctorius (Safflower) Seed Oil, Stearyl Glycyrrhetinate, Disodium EDTA, Tocopherol, Panicum Miliaceum, (Millet) Seed Extract, Cholecalciferol, Zea Mays (Corn) Oil, Fragrance, Pyridoxine Dipalmitate, Sodium Hyaluronate, Beta-Carotene, BHT.

Size: 6.8 oz   Lasts awhile even with daily use.

Who It's For

Everyone who's dry

Dr. Irwin's Product Review

For dry skin.

These natural oils really work! A blend of 3 - safflower, macadamia nut and lavender oil and with aloe for the irritation that dry skin can cause.  The fragrance is light, clean and sexy.   I use it alone or even over a body lotion if I'm super dry, which I usually am in the winter here.   This is NOT greasy and won't get on clothing.  Just give it a minute to absorb. 

How to Use

At least once a day, after your bath or shower on your entire body.

Ingredients

Carthamus Tinctorius (Safflower) Seed Oil, Cyclomethicone, Squalane, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract, Macadamia Ternifolia Nut Oil, Iris Florentina Root Extract, Lavandula Angustifolia (Lavender) Oil, Anthemis Nobilis Flower Oil

Size: 14 g

Who It's For

All skin types, and particularly estrogen deficient skin

Dr. Irwins's Product Review

Contains soy protein (plumps), silymarin (gentle antioxidant), a marine extract, Vitamin E, and aloe in a moisturizing base. The soy can be helpful during and after menopause for it's slight estrogenic effects.  It's a nice weight, not too oily and not drying.   Works well with eye makeup

How to Use

Apply morning and night to cleansed skin

Ingredients

Deionized Water, Water (and) Butylene Glycol (and) Soy Bean (Glycine Soya) Protein, Glycerin, Aloe Barbadensis Extract, Stearic Acid, Myristyl Myristate, Cetyl Palmitate, Aplha Tocopherol, Hydrogenated Vegetable Oil, Petrolatum, Cetyl Alcohol, Butylene Glycol (and) Seawhip (Pseudopterogoria Elisabethae)Extract, Hydrogenated Lecithin, Methylpolysiloxane, Caprylic/Capric/Stearic Triglycerides, Alpha Bisabolol, Lauroyl Lysine, Silybum Marianum Extract, Retinyl Palmitate, Carbomer, Phenoxyethanol, Ethoxydiglycol, Triethanolamine, Methylparaben, Proylparaben, Ethylparaben, Butylparaben, Trisodium EDTA

Size: 6 fl oz

Who It's For

Normal to dry skin

Dr. Irwin's Product Review

Another good cleanser but with travel-friendly packaging. Does get rid of eye makeup and other stubborn makeup well.

How to Use

Twice daily

Ingredients

Water, Sodium Lauryl Sulfoacetate, Disodium Laureth Sulfosuccinate, Cocamidopropyl Hydroxysultaine, Glycerine, Panthenol, Camellia Oleifera Extract, Sodium Myreth Sulfate, PEG-150 Pentaerythrityl Tetrastearate, PEG-6 Caprylic/Capric Glycerides, Phenoxyethanol, Isobutylparaben, Butylparaben, Ethylparaben, Methylparaben, Butylene Glycol, Propylparaben, Tetrasodium EDTA, Fragrance, Blue 1, Yellow 10.

Size: 6.7 oz

Who It's For

Anyone who needs a gentle cleanser that won't strip natural oils off.  Not good for oily or acne prone skin.

Dr. Irwin's Product Review

Creamy, moisturizing cleanser with small amounts of antioxidants and liposomal (just means encapsulated) vitamins.  

How to Use

Use with water to cleanse morning and night.

Ingredients

Purified Water, Sorbitol, Cetyl Alcohol, Stearyl Alcohol, Ammonium Lauryl Sulfate, Camellia Sinensis (Green Tea) Leaf Extract, White Tea, Camellia Sinensis (Green Tea) Polyphenois, Soy Phospholipids, Citrus Aurantium Dulcis (Orange) Fruit Extract, Retinyl Palmitate, Ascorbyl Palmitate, Tocopheryl Acetate, Ascorbyl Glucosamine, Superdioxide Dismutase, Ubiquinone (Coenzyme Q10), Bisabolol, Methylparaben, Propylparaben, Phenoxyethanol, Disodium EDTA

Size: 8 fl oz

Who It's For

All skin types but not for very sensitive skin. If you have oily and acne prone may want a cleanser that's more drying or medicated.

Dr. Irwin's Product Review

Creamy, gentle and good for most all skin types. Doesn’t foam. Slight orange scent that's nice.

How to Use

Twice daily

Ingredients

Aqua (Water), Carbomer, C12 15 Alkyl Benzoate, Methyl Gluceth 20, Cetyl Alcohol, Tridecyl Stearate, Neopentyl Glycol Dicaprylate/Dicaprate, Tridecyl Trimellitate, Glyceryl Stearate, PEG 100 Stearate, Phenoxyethanol, Methylparaben, Ethylparaben, Butylparaben, Propylparaben, Isobutylparaben, Citrus Aurantium Dulcis Oil (Orange), Thriethanolamine, Polysorbate 20, Disodium EDTA

Size: 2 oz

Who It's For

Those who love that "glow" that comes with great antiaging products. Okay for all skin types.  Men love this product also. 

Dr. Irwin's Product Review

This is the old Vivite Night Renewal Facial Cream, but SkinMedica bought Vivite and tweaked the Night Renewal Cream just a bit.  A 20% glycolic night cream. I have to confess I was originally skeptical about this product.  There are many glycolic products out there but this one truly is one of the best.  I use it now alternating nights - one night Renova and the next this product. I seem to get even better results. Try putting this over your moisturizer like you do your retinoid.  It does tingle or sting just a little for about 2-5 minutes. This is normal for this product.

How to Use

Nightly or every other night. A little stinging or tingling is normal but if it lasts longer, is painful, or is making you red or irritated, stop using it.  Glycolics can cause some sun sensitivity, so wear sunscreen or sun protective clothing if you are using this.

Ingredients

Water/Aqua/Eau, Glycolic Acid, Cyclopentasiloxane, Glycerin,  Bis-Hydroxyethoxypropyl Dimethicone, Cetearyl Alcohol, Pentylene Glycol,  Stearyl Alcohol, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride,  Ceresin, Saccharide Isomerate, Cyclohexasiloxane, Cetearyl Glucoside, Dipeptide Diaminobutyroyl Benzylamide Diacetate, Algae Extract, Glyceryl Stearate, PEG-100 Stearate,  Octyldodecanol, Irvingia Gabonensis Kernel Butter, Hydrogenated Coco-Glycerides, Magnesium Aluminum Silicate,  Polyacrylate-13, Polyisobutene, Polysorbate 20, Stearic Acid, Sodium PCA, Urea, Trehalose,  Polyquaternium-51,  Sodium Hyaluronate, Hydroxyethylcellulose,  Dimethicone Crosspolymer, Olea Europaea (Olive) Leaf Extract, Superoxide Dismutase, Magnesium Ascorbyl Phosphate, Tocopherol, Hexylene Glycol, Caprylyl Glycol, Triacetin,  Aluminum Hydroxide, Ammonium Hydroxide, Disodium EDTA, Ethylhexylglycerin, Phenoxyethanol, Potassium Sorbate, Titanium Dioxide (CI 77891).

Size: 8.4 fl oz

Who It's For

Normal to slightly dry.  This lotion is ideal for skin types, except the very dryest.  Good for sensitive skin.

Dr. Irwin's Product Review

Organic. I love this product and use it almost every day. It goes on smoothly and absorbs quickly without being too thick or sticky. A subtle, honeydew fragrance that lingers just long enough but doesn't compete with perfume.  The oils in it are effective but not greasy at all.   Why use organic?  Especially on the body (a lot of surface area), it's nice to avoid the extra chemicals even in great products.

How to Use

Rub all over dry, clean skin as often as desired to hydrate and renew.

Ingredients

Honeydew, Melon, Carrot Juice, Calendula Oil, Carrot Extract, Bioflavenoids, Natural Moisturizing Factor, Natural Cream Base Biocomplex (Vitamin A, Esther C, Vitamin E, Coenzyme Q10, Alpha Lipoic Acid) Corn Germ (Zea Mays) Oil, Xanthan Gum, Glycerine, Glycine Derivative

Size: 1 fl oz

Who It's For

Oily, acne-prone skin that still needs hydration without any oil.  Good also if you are dryer but still acne prone.  Men generally like this product.  OR.....for very dry skin, as a layer under your moisturizer.

Dr. Irwin's Product Review

This product has three great uses:

1. Men and almost anyone with oily or acne prone skin, love this product. Its hyaluronic acid base adds hydration without any oil. Very light, and still hydrating. One of the best moisturizers on the market for oily skin, in my opinion.  Expensive but worth it.

2. As an layer under moisturizer, for very dry skin or skin that doesn't retain surface moisture very well - like the month or two after a laser procedure or peel.  Use it help retain moisture in the skin and put your moisturizer and sunscreen over it.

3. For sensitive skin  -  tends to be well tolerated since very few chemicals.

How to Use

One to three times a day.  Good for use with a Vitamin C serum (use the serum first, then this), and can be used under another moisturizer or sunscreen

Ingredients

Water, Sodium Hyaluronate, Pantothenic Acid, Pheonoxyethanol

Size: 8.4 fl oz

Who It's For

Good for most skin types, especially dry or sensitive skin. Not great for oily skin or citrus allergies. 

Dr. Irwin's Product Review

How to Use

Apply to damp skin and massage gently once or twice a day.

Ingredients

Lemon, Lemon Grass Tea, Corn Germ (Zea Mays) Oil, Bioflavonoids, Natural Cream Base, Calendula Oil, Glycerine, Natural Moisturizing, Factor, Biocomplex (Vitamin A, Esther C Vitamin E Coenzyme Q10, Alpha Lipoic Acid), Lemon Oil, Balm Mint Oil, Glycine Derivative, Xanthan Gum

Size: 0.5 oz

Who It's For

Ideal for those with wrinkles and sun damage on the eyelids and around the eye area.  

Dr. Irwin's Product Review

This one is interesting and supported by a study in the Journal of Drugs in Dermatology. Contains PSP which is just their term for a soup of human growth factors, cytokines and interleukins (cell activators similar to TNS).  Also contains hyaluronate, a form of hyaluronic acid.  This product seems to work but my guess is Neocutis doesn’t know exactly what

in it is working. It’s worth trying, in my opinion.  Contains a yam extract which plumps the thin skin around the eyes.

How to Use

Apply morning and/or night to the eyelids down to the cheek margin and include the wrinkles ("crow's feet") 

Ingredients

Water (Aqua), C12-20 Acid PEG-8 Ester, Petrolatum, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Hydrogenated Polyisobutene, Glycerin, Saccharide Isomerate, Hydroxyethyl Acrylate / Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer, Butylene Glycol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Isohexadecane, Potassium Cetyl Phosphate, Dioscorea Villosa (Wild Yam) Root Extract, Bisabolol, Ascorbyl Tetraisopalmitate, Caffeine, Processed Skin Proteins (PSP™), Disodium EDTA, Phospholipids, Glycyrrhetinic Acid, Sodium Hyaluronate, Acrylates / C10-30 Alkylacrylate, Crosspolymer, Citric Acid, Sodium Citrate, Sodium Hydroxide, Tocopherol, Beech Tree Bud Extract (Fagus Sylvatica Extract), Palm Oil (Elaeis Guineensis), Tocotrienols, Squalene, Phytosterols, Phenoxyethanol, Chlorphenesin, Polysorbate 60, Benzyl Alcohol, Benzoic Acid

Size: 2 fl. oz

Who It's For

Mild to moderate brown spots or other pigmentation problems and for those who can't or don't want to use hydroquinones.

Dr. Irwin's Product Review

SkinMedica Lytera Skin Brightening Complex contains 9 different actives (but no percentages listed) including Vitamin B5, Vitamin C, Retinol, Tetrapeptide-30, a licorice extract and more. Small studies show similar results to prescription-strength hydroquinone 4% but without the irritation or potential toxicity. Good alternative to hydroquinones in the winter and for anyone who is allergic to or irritated by hydroquinones.

SkinCeuticals has also come out with Advanced Pigment Corrector. We don’t know yet which of these two works best.  I recommend trying one for 3 months and then the other for 3 months and see which works best until we have more information.   Please remember that none of these, including prescription strength hydroquinones, offer miracles for pigment problems.

How to Use

Once or twice a day on cleansed skin.  Note that the cream comes out a light caramel color, not white.  My bias is to put any antioxidant or cell growth factors on first, and then the lightening cream. Then use a high zinc (>10%) sunscreen and double layer with a 2nd sunscreen like the Colorscience powder. 

Ingredients

Water/Aqua/Eau, Niacinamide, Butylene Glycol, Tetrahexyldecyl Ascorbate, Polyacrylate-13, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Tetrapeptide-30, Hexylresorcinol, 4-Ethoxybenzaldehyde,Retinol, Glycyrrhiza Glabra (Licorice) Root Extract, Ethyl Linoleate, Dunaliella Salina Extract, Tocopherol, Squalane, Cetyl Ethylhexanoate, Glycerin, Polyisobutene, Polysorbate 20, Phytic Acid, Disodium EDTA, Ethylhexylglycerin, Potassium Sorbate, Phenoxyethanol

Size: 1.7 oz

Who It's For

Dry skin 

Dr. Irwin's Product Review

Safflower seed oil, marine collagen (algae), and Vitamin E.  Feels rich but easy to blend into the skin.  Similiar to La Mer in weight but at a better price point. Not greasy, with a light, feminine fragrance. Very moisturizing and usually good on irritated or sensitive skin.

How to Use

At least once or twice daily. Or at night with a lighter cream during the day.   Should last several months with daily use.  You don't need much.

Ingredients

Water (Aqua), Squalane, Collagen, Glycerin, Sodium Hyaluronate, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Titanium Dioxide, Carthamus Tinctorius (Safflower) Seed Oil, Sorbitol, Glyceryl Stearate, Cetearyl Glucoside, Tocopherol (Vit. E), Arnica Montana Flower Extract, Tocopheryl Acetate (Vit. E), Panthenol, Dimethicone, Carbomer, Sodium Citrate, Phenoxyethanol, Caprylyl Glycol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Hexylene Glycol, Narcissus Jonquilla Extract

Size: 0.42 oz (12 grams)

Who It's For

Anyone with spots or bruises (from cosmetic/laser they want to cover.  Available in two shades, light to medium, and tan to dark.

Dr. Irwin's Product Review

This the best invention since the iphone (jk). It contains 5 different shades of mineral cover-up that can be mixed to actually cover just about anything including a black tattoo. It covers acne, brown spots, anything red, and bruises!  Put all your regular products on first including makeup if used, then apply.  It works on skin types 1-4. Our patients and staff thought the darker palette for types 5, 6 was too orangey so we don't carry it.

How to Use

Put all of your products and normal makeup on first.  Then use the little brush to spot treat the trouble spots. Sometimes you need to use several of the colors together to get the right blend and it's fine to do that!

Ingredients

Mica, Ethylhexyl Hydroxystearate Benzoate, Daucus Carota Sativa (Carrot) Seed Oil, Tocopheryl Acetate, Retinyl Palmitate, Hydrogenated Lecithin, Melissa Officinalis (Balm Mint) Leaf Extract, Stearic Acid, Dimethicone, Triethoxycaprylylsilane, Cyclopentasiloxane, Cyclohexasiloxane, Lauroyl Lysine, Calcium Silicate, Sodium Sulfate, Pelargonium Graveolens Flower Oil, Cananga Odorata (Ylang Ylang) Oil, Fusanus Spicatus Wood Oil, Phenoxyethanol, Methylparaben, Ethylparaben, Butylparaben, Propylparaben, Isobutylparaben, Aluminum Hydroxide, Beta-Carotene (CI 40800), Bismith Oxychloride (CI 77163), Iron Oxides (CI 77491, CI 77499), Manganese Violet (CI 77742), Titanium Dioxide (CI 77891), Zinc Oxide (CI 77947), Carmine (CI 75470) Contains Carmine As A Color Additive

Size: 1.7 fl. oz

Who It's For

Best for normal to combination skin to moisturize and protect from sun damage.

Dr. Irwin's Product Review

Light, sheer, daily SPF 40 (but not as light as the Clear) with 9% Zinc Oxide for good UVA and UVB protection. For the face, either alone or under makeup. Glides on easily and absorbs quickly into the skin. Hyaluronic acid to increase skin smoothness and softness and to decrease appearance of fine lines and wrinkles. Paraben-free. Men like this product usually.

How to Use

Use daily on face, neck, chest and hands, 30 minutes before sun exposure.

Ingredients

Active Ingredients: 9.0% Zinc Oxide, 7.5% Octinoxate. Inactive Ingredients: Purified Water, Petrolatum, Isopropyl Palmitate, Cetearyl Glucoside, Dimethicone, Hydroxyethyl Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer, Polyisobutene, PEG-7 Trimethylolpropane Coconut Ether, Sodium Hyaluronate, Tocopheryl Acetate, Polyether-1, Citric Acid, Oleth-3 Phosphate, Phenoxyethanol, Citric Acid, Butylene Glycol, Iodopropynyl Butylcarbamate, Triethoxycaprylylsilane

Size: 1 fl. oz. (30ml)

Who It's For

In my opinion, everyone (as long as no allergies or irritation) should use either the prescription form (stronger), or a nonprescription retinoid like one of these.  They still do more than any other topical to build collagen, reverse sun damage, help keep pigment even, and help prevent precancerous lesions and skin cancers.

Dr. Irwin's Product Review

This is an excellent 0.6% retinol (vitamin A cousin) cream, which is slightly stronger than the SkinMedica (0.25%).  If you've never used retinol or the prescription versions like tretinoin (generic), Retin A, Renova, etc., start with the more gentle, lower-strength SkinMedica Retinol Complex 0.25%.  If you are doing well with that after awhile, then try going up to this one. 

If you already use the prescription forms which are stronger (but can be more irritating), then don't use these.  This has a nice midweight base - not oily but also not drying.

A nice bonus on this product: they originally had this as Nouvelle Retinol Skin Cream but recently reformulated it to include a gentle, non-hydroquinone pigment corrector Melanex. 

How to Use

Always at night because light inactivates it.  It's fine to put it over your moisturizer and wait 10-15 min. if you are prone to irritation. 

Ingredients

Water, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Sodium Glycerophosphate, Glycerin, C10-30 Cholesterol/Lanosterol Ester, Cetyl Alcohol, Cetyl Ricinoleate, Dimethicone, Cetearyl Alcohol, Methyl Methacrylate/Glycol Dimethacrylate Crosspolymer, Caprylyl Methicone, Ceteth-20 Phosphate, Glyceryl Stearate, Peg-100 Stearate, Leucine, Hydroxypropyl Starch Phosphate, Tocopheryl Acetate, Bisabolol, Retinol, Ascorbic Acid, Phenylethyl Resorcinol, Undecylenoyl Phenylalanine, Cyclopentasiloxane, Dicetyl Phosphate, Stearic Acid, Peg-10 Soy Sterol, Cyclohexasiloxane, Polysorbate 20, Xanthan Gum, Sodium Hydroxide, BHT, Propyl Gallate, Sodium Metabisulfite, Disodium EDTA, Chlorphenesin, Phenoxyethanol, Ethylhexylglycerin

Size: 1 fl. oz

Who It's For

All but sensitive skin.  If you are sensitive, try this in a small amount for a few days on a test area.  

Dr. Irwin's Product Review

SkinCeuticals made its name originally by making the best antioxidants, and this one is no exception. 3 antioxidants in one, it contains L-ascorbic acid 10%, phoretin 2%, and ferrulic acid 0.5%. My personal antioxidant under my sunscreen. The same high quality without the glass jars - love the new closed pump with its travel-friendly packaging. Oxidizes only minimally with time (turns slightly yellow).

How to Use

Apply after cleansing and under your moisturizer and/or sunscreen.

Ingredients

2% Phloretin, 10% L-Ascorbic Acid (vitamin C), 0.5% Ferulic Acid

Size: Don't be surprised when you see how small this product size is. This product is a tiny tube of 0.3 fl oz (10ml). 

Who It's For

See review.

Dr. Irwin's Product Review

This product goes right on the eyelids and whole eye socket area (periorbital) - it's formulated for this sensitive skin.  Here's who really needs this product: anyone who has a fair amount of sun damage and/or wrinkles around the eyes; anyone who is undergoing laser procedures around the eyes; anyone who spends a lot of time outdoors, but especially runners, cyclists, golfers, open water swimmers, and hikers/climbers; and......anyone who doesn't wear sunglasses regularly.  It doesn't sting the eyes with sweating. 

How to Use

You can use it alone.  For women, I personally like my eye cream under it and sometimes then even use a concealer over it.  It works with eye makeup well.

Ingredients

Actives are titanium 9% and zinc 4%.  I'd rather these were reversed so there was more zinc but it still blocks the UVB.  It blocks the UVA fairly well but not perfectly. Titanium Dioxide 9%, Zinc Oxide 4%. Dimethicone, C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate, Triethylhexanoin, Isohexadecane, Talc, Hydrogenated Jojoba Oil, Dimethicone Crosspolymer, Styrene/Acrylates Copolymer, C30-45 Alkyldimethylsilyl Polypropylsilsesquioxane, Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer, Aluminum Stearate, Alumina, Polyhydroxystearic Acid, Iron Oxides, Phenoxyethanol, Silica Silylate, Peg-8 Laurate, Triethoxycaprylylsilane, 2-Oleamido-1,3-Octadecanediol, Disodium Stearoyl Glutamate, Paraffin, Aluminum Hydroxide

Size: 1 fl. oz

Who It's For:

Normal to dryer skin types and a good choice for sensitive skin.

Dr. Irwin's Product Review

As antioxidants go, I still think the higher quality SkinCeuticals products or the high quality Vitamin C serums are more effective.   But not everyone tolerates those or likes the serum formulation.  This is a good option for those who don't like the serums or gels or just need an antioxidant that's quite gentle.  Contains reservatrol and polyphenol (plant-based antioxidants) isolates.  Also, this is more affordable than the SkinCeuticals ones.

How to Use

Apply in the morning under sunscreen or at night under your Vit A cream. 

Ingredients

Purified Water, Squalane, Cyclomethicone, Glyceryl Stearate, Behenyl Alcohol, Caffeine U.S.P. Palmitic Acid, Stearic Acid, Lecithin, Lauryl Alcohol, Myristyl Alcohol, Cetyl Alcohol, Dimethicone, Camellia Sinensis (Green Tea) Polyphenols, Resveratrol, Cucumis Sativus (Cucumber) Fruit Extract, Bisabolol, Chamomilla Recutila (Matricaria) Flower Extract, Glycine Soja (Soybean) Extract, Rosmarinus Officinalis (Rosemary) Leaf Extract, Polysorbate-20, Carbomer, Caprylyl Glycol, Triethanolaine, Sorbic Acid, Phenoxyethanol, Tetrasodium EDTA

Size: 2 oz

Who It's For

Those with dry or very dry skin.

Dr. Irwin's Product Review

Similar to La Mer but at half the price, this product is very moisturizing.  Stays on the skin longer than most.  In my own skin care product regimen especially in dryer climates or skiing.  Has a very subtle fragrance that most patients like.

The Replenish Hydrating Cream comes now in SkinMedica packaging (Allegan, the owner of Vivite, bought SkinMedica).  But it is the same product.

How to Use

One to three times a day.

Ingredients

Purified Water, Glycerin, Cyclotetrasiloxane, Sucrose Cocoate, Cetyl Alcohol, Stearyl Alcohol, Cyclopentasiloxane, Isododecane, Isohexadecane, Cyclohexasiloxane, Sericin, Glyceryl Stearate, PEG-100 Stearate, Sodium PCA, Microcrystalline Cellulose, Tocopheryl Acetate, Bisabolol, Glycosaminoglycans, Imidazolidinyl Urea, Cholesterol, Polysilicone-11, Millet (Panicum Millaceum) Extract, Methylparaben, Camellia Oleifera Extract, Cellulose Gum, Cetyl Hydroxyethylcellulose, Propylparaben, Tocopherol, Butylene Glycol Linoleic Acid, Linolenic Acid, Ceramide III, Allantoin Glycyrrhetinic Acid, Superoxide Dismutase, And Magnesium Ascorbyl Phosphate

Size: 1 fl. oz

Who It's For

All skin types but the most oily and acne prone.

Dr. Irwin's Product Review

An excellent antioxidant with 90% polyphenol extracts of green tea.  The cream form is very good for those of you with more sensitive skin or those who just don't like the smell or feel of the Vitamin C serums or gels.  The base is fairly light but moisturizing.

How to Use

Once or twice a day.  Use your antioxidants directly on cleansed skin and put your other products over that. 

Ingredients

Purified water, glyceryl stearate (soy), behenyl alcohol, palmitic acid, caffeine UPS, stearic acid, lecithin, lauryl alcohol, myristyl alcohol, cetyl alcohol, 90% polyphenol isolate of camellia sinensis leaf, sodium hyaluronate, bisabolol, cucumis sativus (cucumber) extract, chamomilla recutita (chamomile) extract, triethanolamine, polysorbate 20, methylparaben, diazolidinyl urea, phenoxetol, tetrasodium EDT

Size: 1 fl. oz (30ml) 

Who It's For

Be cautious if you have sensitive skin.  Do not use if you are propylene glycol allergic.

Dr. Irwin's Product Review

The thinking behind this product is that  we know that antioxidants (especially the well formulated Vit C products) have beneficial effects on skin.  So would adding another one be even better at preventing formation of free radicals in response to UV radiation?  This one is meant to be used at night while their Phloretin CF is recommended under sunscreen in the am.   Studies on this product were done, but the study design wasn't perfect.

Bottom Line: If you love your morning antioxidant, and get good results, try this one for use at night also.   It's not a substitute for a retinoid though.  They still are the gold standard for antiaging topicals. 

How to Use

Use in the evening under your retinoid or alternate it with your retinoid.  It's often wise to start a new product cautiously at first and watch for irritation.  

Ingredients

Aqua / Water / Eau, Dimethicone, Propylene Glycol, Dipropylene Glycol, Niacinamide, Alcohol Denat., Glycerin, Caffeine, Sodium Chloride, Peg/ppg-18/18 Dimethicone, Tocopherol, Resveratrol, Scutellaria Baicalensis Extract / Scutellaria Baicalensis Root Extract, Disodium Edta

Size: 8 fl. oz

Who It's For

Good for all skin types except the very lightest.  Not that dark when it develops.

Dr. Irwin's Product Review

Sun Laboratories makes great self tanners. Their products go on well, without being too heavy or greasy. They smell reasonably good - not that chemical smell you get with many self tanners. They don't streak (unless your application is really bad), and the color tone is natural, not too orange.  We now carry the Medium, which gives some color but is not too dark.  You can start with a small amount and rub it in well, then see how dark it comes out.  You can always add more the next day.

How to Use

Always exfoliate well first and be careful around joints and feet to not apply too much.  Rub in thoroughly and apply with gloves or wash your hands well after application.  Brown spots on your skin will tend to pick up more self-tanner.  So if you have have brown spots, you may want to take a Q-Tip and rub off the self-tanner on them.  Put regular skin cream on your hands before applying self-tanner; that helps to get the self-tanner off your fingers when you're done.  Or use exam gloves (drugstore).

Ingredients

Deionized Water, Dehydroxyacetone, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Glycerin, Clyceryl Stearate (And) PEG 100 Stearate, Hazelnut/Pecan Oil, Cetearyl Alcohol (And) Ceteareth 20, Cetyl Alcohol, Sorbitan Stearate, Aloe Vera Extract, Dimethicone, Phenoxyethanol, Hydroxyethylcellulose, Tetrasodium Edta, Methylparaben, Tocopheryl Acetate, Propylparaben, Fragrance, Sodium Metabisulfite, Ascorbic Acid, BHT, Citric Acid, Fd&C Yellow #6, FD&C Red #40, FD&C Blue #1

 Size: 6 fl. oz

Who It's For

Dry, sensitive or post-procedure skin.

Dr. Irwin's Product Review

We often use this cleanser for our post-laser care patients and others with sensitive or very dry skin.   Very creamy, moisturizing but removes make-up.  Packaging is travel friendly, but you have to check it (larger than 3 ounces so you cannot carry it on).  Most with sensitive skin do very well with this cleanser.  Not drying.   

How to Use

Use gently with your hands twice a day.

Ingredients

Water/Aqua/Eau, Carthamus Tinctorius (Safflower) Seed Oil, Cetyl Ethylhexanoate, Glyceryl Stearate, PEG-100 Stearate, Glycerin, Cetearyl Alcohol, Tocopheryl Acetate, Chamomilla Recutita (Matricaria) Flower Extract, Calendula Officinalis Flower Extract, Cucumis Sativus (Cucumber) Fruit Extract, Dimethicone, Ceteareth-20, Polysorbate 20, Aminomethyl Propanol, Carbomer, Disodium EDTA, Phenoxyethanol, Potassium Sorbate, Ethylhexylglycerin

Size: 6.8 oz

Who It's For

Sensitive or irritated or post laser skin.

Dr. Irwin's Product Review 

For sensitive skin.   Also see the Pevonia Soothing Sensitive Skin Cream that goes with this.

Creamy and gentle, and removes makeup well for a gentle cleanser.  Contains safflower seed oil, horse chestnut seed extract and calendula extract.  The size is almost 7 ounces and lasts a long time.

How to Use

Once or twice a day

Ingredients

Water (Aqua), Carthamus Tinctorius (Safflower) Seed Oil, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Anthemis Nobilis Flower Extract, Aesculus Hippocastanum (Horse Chestnut) Seed Extract, Polysorbate 20, Calendula Officinalis Flower Extract, Tilia Cordata Flower Extract, Glyceryl Stearate, Tocopherol (Vit. E), Sodium Ascorbyl Phosphate, Carbomer, Phenoxyethanol, Caprylyl Glycol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Hexylene Glycol, Sodium Citrate, Allantoin

Size: 1 fl. oz

Who It's For

This will be too irritating for some.  Use the Replenix Cream CF or Power of Three antioxidants if you can't use or don't like the vitamin C antioxidants. Normal or oily skin and anyone looking for the antiaging properties of a good antioxidant.

Dr. Irwin's Product Review

Vitamin C 20%. Very high quality in that it uses L-ascorbic acid which penetrates cells well and has been proven to protect cells from UV damage to skin cell DNA, promote more even pigment, and help with fine lines.  Start with the Replenix Cream CF or the Replenix Power of Three though if you haven't used antioxidants before.

In Vitamin Cs the better quality products are serums or gels in a 10-20% concentration, contain L-ascorbic acid (not the Vitamin C esters), and are PH-ed to about 3.0. There are many expensive Vitamin Cs on the market that are not as good as this one here.  You should use this up in about 3-4 months.

How to Use

Use on cleansed skin in the morning under moisturizer and sunscreen.  It's fine to use these at night also if you are not using a retinoid then.  Using both at night is irritating for most people. 

Ingredients

Water, L-Ascorbic Acid, Ethoxydiglycol, Propylene Glycol, Glycerin, Zinc Sulfate, Phenoxyethanol, Ferulic Acid, Panthenol, Sodium Hyaluronate, Sodium Hydroxide

Size: 1.7 oz

Who It's For

Those with sensitive skin. Allergic problems with this product are rare. Not for acne.

Dr. Irwin's Product Review

For sensitive skin. Hydrating and soothing. Much silkier than drugstore products. Good for those with product allergies. Has NO fragrance. Stlll try in one area first if you are extremely sensitive. We use this post-laser on most of our patients.

How to Use

At least twice a day.  More is even better if dry.

Ingredients

Water (Aqua), Carthamus Tinctorius (Safflower) Seed Oil, Cetearyl Glucoside, Propolis Cera, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Sorbitol, Titanium Dioxide, Panthenol, Glycerin, Bisabolol, Allantoin, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract, Dimethicone, Ceteareth-20, Glyceryl Stearate, Phenoxyethanol, Caprylyl Glycol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Hexylene Glycol

Size: 0.21 oz

Who It's For

Everyone, nice for kids and men, and for double coverage over a lotion or cream sunscreen.  Especially key for those with melasma or other pigment problems.

Dr. Irwin's Product Review

Powder Sunscreen. This is a great invention.  I love this product and use it all the time. The Medium shade is pretty clear and good for all sites.  The Tan shade is the tinted version and is nice for the face.  Especially great for outdoor sports because it can be reapplied without getting your hands greasy. It's also fast to apply due to the built-in brush applicator. Even better over a lotion sunscreen base.  I often use this product over a lotion/cream sunscreen base especially for athletics and high sun situations.

Good for golf, cycling, hiking, open-water swimming, rock climbing, long distance running, rowing, and many other situations where grease doesn't cut it. It's lightweight and small to carry. Men and kids like this product usually.

Great for a humid climate (or oily skin), because it goes on dry and leaves no oily, greasy sheen. Expensive but worth it, and it lasts a long time. Layer it over a sunscreen lotion for maximum protection at altitude or in intense sun. Men like this product usually.  Make sure to apply it in a well-ventilated area.

Use this SPF 30 for everyday use.  Use the SPF 50 for outdoor activities or occupations or if you want extra protection. 

How to Use

Apply this in a well-ventilated area, and do not breathe in the powder.  Brush on skin that has some moisture or lotion on it (i.e., not on dry skin) before sun exposure, repeat application after perspiring, immersion in water or toweling.  It comes in a small tube, with a self-contained brush. You just shake the powder down, and brush on the powder. The powder stays on your skin, and the high zinc and titanium content gives you great UVA and UVB blocking.

Ingredients

Active Ingredients: Titanium Dioxide (12%), Zinc Oxide (12%) Inactive Ingredients: bismuth oxychloride, calcium, cilicate, corallina officinalis, dimethicone, dimethicone/vinyldimethicone crosspolymer, iron oxide, manganese, violet, mica, titanium dioxide

Size: 0.21 oz

Who It's For

Everyone, nice for kids and men, and for double coverage over a lotion or cream sunscreen.  Especially key for those with melasma or other pigment problems.

Dr. Irwin's Product Review

Powder Sunscreen. This is a great invention.  I love this product, and use it all the time. The Medium shade is pretty clear and good for all sites.  The Tan shade is the tinted version and is nice for the face.  Especially great for outdoor sports because it can be reapplied without getting your hands greasy. It's also fast to apply due to the built-in brush applicator. Even better over a lotion sunscreen base.  I often use this product over a lotion/cream sunscreen base especially for athletics and high sun situations.

Good for golf, cycling, hiking, open-water swimming, rock climbing, long distance running, rowing, and many other situations where grease doesn't cut it. It's lightweight and small to carry. Men and kids like this product usually.

Great for a humid climate (or oily skin), because it goes on dry and leaves no oily, greasy sheen. Expensive but worth it, and it lasts a long time. Layer it over a sunscreen lotion for maximum protection at altitude or in intense sun. Men like this product usually.  Make sure to apply it in a well-ventilated area.

Use this SPF 50 for outdoor activities or occupations or if you want extra protection.  Use the SPF 30 version for everyday use.

How to Use

Apply this in a well-ventilated area, and do not breathe in the powder. Brush on skin that has some moisture or lotion on it (i.e., not on dry skin) before sun exposure, repeat application after perspiring, immersion in water or toweling.  It comes in a small tube, with a self-contained brush. You just shake the powder down, and brush on the powder. The powder stays on your skin, and the high zinc and titanium content gives you great UVA and UVB blocking.

Ingredients

Active Ingredients: Titanium Dioxide (12%), Zinc Oxide (12%) Inactive Ingredients: bismuth oxychloride, calcium, cilicate, corallina officinalis, dimethicone, dimethicone/vinyldimethicone crosspolymer, iron oxide, manganese, violet, mica, titanium dioxide

Size: 1.7 oz

Who It's For

Normal to Dry Skin

Dr. Irwin's Product Review

For normal to dry skin. Medium weight with plant based stem cell extract. The plant based stem cells are meant to stimulate our own dermal stem cells. Stem cells have shown promise in laboratory tests and are being added to almost everything.  They do seem to produce results in many, and again, it's difficult to know, until there's more research, exactly how they are doing that.   I see this as a product for those who are advanced skin care users who want to try maximize even a little more. 

How to Use

Once or twice a day

Ingredients

Water (Aqua), Collagen, Squalane, Glycerin, Cetearyl Glucoside, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Cetearyl Olivate, Sorbitan Olivate, Argania Spinosa Callus Culture Extract and Isomalt and Lecithin and Sodium Benzoate and Water, Symphytum Officinale Callus Culture Extract and Isomalt and Lecithin and Sodium Benzoate and Water, Royal Jelly Extract, Tetrahexyldecyl Ascorbate (Vit. C), Sodium Hyaluronate, Palmitoyl Tetrapeptides-7, Tocopherol (Vit. E), Sodium Ascorbate, Retinol, Carthamus Tinctorius (Safflower) Seed Oil, Glyceryl Stearate, Titanium Dioxide, Dimethicone, Phenoxyethanol, Caprylyl Glycol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Hexylene Glycol, Potassium Sorbate, Anthemis Nobilis Flower Extract

Size: 1.7 oz

Who It's For

Normal to dry skin

Dr. Irwin's Product Review

For normal to dry skin.  Great under makeup. Caviar extract contains 40 minerals and vitamins.  I honestly have no idea which of those 40 minerals and vitamins are really the "actives," but I have to say this product performs well. They also make a caviar serum that we don't carry yet, that can be used under the cream.  Has a light, unisex fragrance that doesn't compete with after shave or perfume. Moisturizing but a slightly lighter formulation than the Marine Collagen Cream.

How to Use

Once or twice daily

Ingredients

Water (Aqua), Squalane, Carthamus Tinctorius (Safflower) Seed Oil, Glycerin, Caviar Extract, Cetearyl Glucoside, Hydrolyzed Hibiscus Esculentus Extract, Dextrin, Algae Oligosaccharides, Sorbitol, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Thioctic Acid, Retinyl Palmitate (Vit. A), Retinol, Calcium Ascorbate (Vit. C), Tocopheryl Acetate (Vit. E), Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate, Dimethicone, Glyceryl Stearate, Phenoxyethanol, Caprylyl Glycol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Hexylene Glycol, Anthemis Nobilis Flower Extract, Citrus Limon (Lemon) Fruit Extract

Size: 1.7 fl. oz

Who It's For

Best for normal to combination skin to moisturize and protect from sun damage.

Dr. Irwin's Product Review

This is my favorite daily sunscreen, and it is more affordable than my other daily favorite, the DermaQuest ZinClear. It's lightly tinted and lightly moisturizing, but isn't oily. Goes on sheer with just a hint of color and make-up goes well over it. Has 9% zinc oxide. A little hyaluronic acid in it improves skin texture. Paraben free. Men usually like this product. 

The Tinted version just adds a bit of color, which is great for summer and fall.

How to Use

Use daily on face, neck, chest and hands, 30 minutes before sun exposure.

Ingredients

Active Ingredients: 9.0% Zinc Oxide, 7.5% Octinoxate. Inactive Ingredients: Purified Water, Petrolatum, Isopropyl Palmitate, Cetearyl Glucoside, Dimethicone, Hydroxyethyl Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer, Polyisobutene, PEG-7 Trimethylolpropane Coconut Ether, Sodium Hyaluronate, Tocopheryl Acetate, Polyether-1, Citric Acid, Oleth-3 Phosphate, Phenoxyethanol, Citric Acid, Butylene Glycol, Iodopropynyl Butylcarbamate, Triethoxycaprylylsilane

Size: 1 fl. oz

Who It's For

Sun damaged or aging skin, especially for the time pressured.

Dr. Irwin's Product Review

Cell Growth Factors/Antioxidants/ Peptides. Especially good for those women who want to do things as quickly as possible and have no patience with multiple steps. I wish I could bathe in this product, but it’s too expensive.

Use it at night or under your sunscreen in the morning or both. It’s the first “double pump” product I’ve seen that works well. You press the plunger and it dispenses your cell growth factor serum (TNS Recovery – the reddish one) AND your antioxidant and peptide mix at the same time. 

There are 7 different antioxidants so it’s hard to compare it with other antioxidant serums (7 is not always better than 1). Has some weak plant based skin lighteners.

Expensive but could be worth it, in my opinion, especially if you hate multiple steps. 

How to Use

After cleansing both morning and night, massage gently over entire face.

Ingredients

Human Fibroblast Conditioned Media, Water (Aqua), Cetyl Ethylhexanoate, Olea Europaea (Olive) Fruit Unsaponifiables, Alpha-arbutin, Isoceteth-20, Arachidyl Alcohol, Glycerin, Ethoxydiglycol, Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea Butter), Palmitoyl Tripeptide-5, Ergothioneine, Dipalmitoyl Hydroxyproline, Hydrolyzed Silk, Phospholipids, Ubiquinone, Rubus Fruticosus (Blackberry) Leaf Extract, Saccharomyces Ferment Lysate Filtrate, Tetrahexyldecyl Ascorbate, Aminobutyric Acid, Phytosterols, Tocopherol, Tocotrienols, Squalene, Oryza Sativa (Rice) Bran Wax, Sodium Hyaluronate, Tocopheryl Acetate, Camellia Oleifera Leaf Extract, Dimethicone, Ethylhexyl Palmitate, Silica Dimethyl Silylate, Polyacrylate-13, Polyisobutene, Polysorbate 20, Behenyl Alcohol, Arachidyl Glucoside, Cetearyl Alcohol, Ceteareth-20, Butylene Glycol, Maltodextrin, C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate, Xanthan Gum, Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer, Aminomethyl Propanol, Disodium EDTA, Phenoxyethanol, Methylparaben, Propylparaben, Butylparaben, Isobutylparaben, Ethylparaben, Fragrance

Size: 0.63 oz

Who It's For

Sun-damaged or aging skin, especially for the time pressured.

Dr. Irwin's Product Review

Contains Cell Growth Factors - this was the original cell growth factor product by SkinMedica.  Still a good product.   This is a product with less science behind it than the retinoids and high quality antioxidants so make sure you're using those first and then add this as a third anti-aging product.  My recommendation is to use your antioxidant as a first layer in the morning, followed by moisturizer and/or sunscreen.  Use this as a first layer at night followed by moisturizer then Renova/Retin A/tretinoin.

The more expensive version just prior has added antioxidants and peptides. 

How to Use

Use it under your sunscreen in the morning or at night or both.  After cleansing both morning and night, massage gently over entire face. 

Ingredients

Human Fibroblast Conditioned Media, Ethoxydiglycol, Isoceteth-20, Triethanolamine, Carbomer, Phenoxyethanol, Methylparaben, Propylparaben, Butylparaben, Ethylparaben, Isobutylparaben, Fragrance

Size: 5 fl oz.

Who It's For

All skin types except the oiliest and acne prone. 

Dr. Irwin's Review: Organic. Zinc 5%. Very similar to the cream with the same name but a better value. You could easily use this on your face, it’s just a little less hydrating than the cream. It doesn't seem to stain clothing and contains zinc 5% which blocks UV through the full spectrum.  It's in a larger size which makes it more cost effective on the body. 

How to Use

Apply liberally all over skin about 30 minutes prior to sun exposure and every 2-3 hours thereafter. Reapply after swimming or sweating

Ingredients

Tilia Cordata Flower Water (Linden Tea), Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate, Cetearyl Alcohol & Sodium Cetearyl Sulfate, Zinc Oxide, Vegetable Glycerin, Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea Cutter), Aloe Barbadensis (Aloe) Juice, Zea Mays (Corn) Germ Oil, Naturally-Derived Glyceryl Stearate, Hydrolyzed Wheat Protein, Sorbitol, Vegetable Lysine, Plant-Based Diglycerin, Lactic Acid, Sodium PCA, Glycine Derrivative, Corn-Derived Methyl Glucose Sesquistearate, Zanthan Gum, Caprylyl Glycol, Vanilla Planifolia Fruit Extracy, Ascorbyl Palmitate (Vitamin C Esther), Tocopheryl Acetate (Vitamin E), Lecithin

Size: 2 fl. oz

Who It's For

Great for dry to normal skin.  Too chalky for the darkest skin types or oily skin.

Dr. Irwin's Product Review

Organic. Great product on the the neck and chest because it's very hydrating (remember very few oil glands on the neck especially), doesn't stain clothing and contains zinc 5% which blocks UV through the full spectrum.  Subtle fragrance and a little chalky at first but absorbs well after a few minutes.

How to Use

Apply a generous amount to facial skin about 30 minutes prior to sun exposure. Massage until product is fully absorbed and reapply as necessary after excessive sweating or swimming.

Ingredients

Active Ingredients: Zinc Oxide 5%, Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate 6% Ingredients: Linden Tea, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate, Cetearyl Alcohol & Sodium Cetearyl Sulfate, Zinc Oxide, Vegetable Glycerin, Shea Butter, Aloe Juice, Corn Germ Oil, Biocomplex™ (Vitamin A, Vitamin C Ester, Vitamin E, Coenzyme Q10, Alpha Lipoic Acid), Naturally-Derived Glyceryl Stearate, Natural Moisturizing Factor, Sodium PCA, Glycine Derivative, Corn-Derived Methyl Glucose Sesquistearate, Xanthan Gum, Caprylyl Glycol, Vanilla Extract, Lecithin

Size: 1.4 fl. oz

Who It's For

An affordable cream for normal to dry skin and a good choice for younger skin.  Use the lotion version of this if you have acne or oily skin.

Dr. Irwin's Product Review

This alpha hydroxy based cream is good for normal to dry skin, isn't irritating, and it helps regenerate collagen a little  and speed natural exfoliation. Also helps with acne. But use the lotion not the cream if your skin is really oily or acne prone. Good choice for teens to early 30s.  Good price point.

How to Use

Apply to face and neck once daily for two weeks and twice daily thereafter, as tolerated. Gently smooth in the cream until it disappears. You must use a sunscreen daily if you are using a glycolic product. 

Ingredients

Aqua (Water), Glycolic Acid, Cetearyl Alcohol, Ceteareth-20, Decyl Oleate, Isopropyl Palmitate, Citric Acid, Propylene Glycol, Isocetyl Stearate, Arginine, Isostearic Acid, Ammonium Hydroxide, Dimethicone, Magnesium Aluminum Silicate, Dicetyl Phosphate, Ceteth-10 Phosphate, Shea Butter (Butyrospermum Parkii), Phenoxyethanol, Butylene Glycol, Glycerin, Xanthan Gum, Disodium EDTA, Chlorphenesin, Methylparaben

Size: 6.8 fl. oz

Who It's For

An affordable glycolic lotion for normal to dry skin and a good choice for younger skin.  Usually good for acne prone skin and all but the oiliest skin types.

Dr. Irwin's Product Review

This alpha hydroxy based lotion (10% glycolic plus citric) is similar to the cream but lighter, isn't irritating, and it helps regenerate collagen a little and speed natural exfoliation. Also helps with acne. Good choice for teens to early 30s.  Good price point.

How to Use

Apply to face and acne prone areas once daily for two weeks and twice daily thereafter, as tolerated. You must use a sunscreen daily if you are using a glycolic product. 

Ingredients

Aqua (Water), Glycolic Acid, Propylene Glycol, Citric Acid, Arginine, Dimethicone, PEG-40 Stearate, Trimethylpropane Triethylhexanoate, Tocopheryl (Vitamin E) Acetate, Glyceryl Stearate, PEG-100 Stearate, Isopropyl Palmitate, Mangifera Indica (Mango Butter), Cetearyl Alcohol, Cetyl Hydroxyethylcellulose, Xanthan Gum, Ammonium Hydroxide, Butylene Glycol, Glycerin, Stearamidopropyl Dimethylamine, Stearic Acid, Chlorphenesin, Methylparaben, Disodium EDTA

Size: 7 fl. oz

Who It's For

Great for those times when you want a pump and a bigger size to do larger areas. The facial sunscreens are too expensive to use all over.  Not for areas with acne or oily skin.  Rubs in easily.

Dr. Irwin's Product Review

This is a fabulous product at a good price.  It's the highest quality sunscreen (7.5% zinc) that comes in a larger, pump size, that I've found anyway.  Comes in a 7 oz pump and can be used for face or body. Contains zinc 7% (blocks full spectrum UVA) plus a common UVB blocker. Paraben free.  Not too chalky.

How to Use

Use daily on face, neck, chest and hands, 30 minutes before sun exposure.

Ingredients

Active Ingredients: 7.5% Octinoxate 7% Zinc Oxide Inactive Ingredients: Purified Water, Petrolatum, Isopropyl Palmitate, Octyl Stearate, Glyceryl Stearate, PEG-100 Stearate, Cetearyl Glucoside, Dimethicone, Hydroxyethyl Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer, Polyisobutene, PEG-7 Trimethylolpropane Coconut Ether, Sodium Hyaluronate, Tocopheryl Acetate, Polyether-1, Citric Acid, Oleth-3 Phosphate, Phenoxyethanol, Butylene Glycol, Iodopropynyl Butylcarbamate, Triethoxycaprylylsilane

Size: 3 fl. oz

Who It's For

Especially good for those with sensitive skin.  Not great for those with acne and a lot of oil.  Water resistant.

Dr. Irwin's Product Review

Lightly tinted. This is a sunblock that is chemical-free, with natural mineral UV Protection SPF 41 with 9% Zinc Oxide and 7% Titanium Dioxide for true broad spectrum protection. Oil-free, paraben-free and fragrance free. Ideal for very sensitive skin and children. Absorbs quickly. Can be a little chalky. 

How to Use

Apply before sun exposure and reapply every 2-3 hours in high sun or after swimming or sweating.

Ingredients

Active Ingredients: 9.0% Zinc Oxide, 7.0% Titanium Dioxide Inactive Ingredients (alphabetical order): Aluminum Hydroxide, Butylene Glycol, Citric Acid, Dimethicone/Methicone Copolymer, Hydrated Silica, Iodopropynyl Butylcarbamate, Isopropyl Palmitate, Lecithin, Linoleic Acid, Octyl Stearate, Octyldodecyl Neopentanoate, Oleth-3 Phosphate, Perfluoronyl Dimethicone, Phenoxyethanol, Polyacrylate 13, Polyisobutene, Polysorbate 20, Purified Water, Quercitin, Sodium Hydroxide, Sodium Selenite, Soft Tex Yellow Iron Oxide-C337773, Soft Tex Red Iron Oxide-C337775, Soft Tex Russett Iron Oxide-C337721, Soft Tex Black Iron Oxide-C337751, Thioctic Acid, Triethoxycaprylylsilane

Size: 3 fl. oz

Who It's For

Ideal for those who are active who want a waterproof, high SPF sunscreen that isn't greasy or heavy.  Not for those with sensitive skin. 

Dr. Irwin's Product Review

Highly water- and sweat-resistant SPF 50 with 9% Zinc Oxide. Will not sting when sweating or drip into eyes and will not rinse off in water. Great sport or water sunblock.

How to Use

Apply before sun exposure and reapply every 2-3 hours in high sun or after swimming or sweating.

Ingredients

Active Ingredients: Zinc Oxide 9%, Octinoxate 7.5%, Octisalate 5%. Ascorbyl Palmitate, Beeswax, Cetyl Dimethicone, Cetyl PEG/PPG-10/1 Dimethicone, Disodium EDTA, Hexyl Laurate, Hydrogenated Castor Oil, Isopropyl Palmitate, Methylparaben, Octyldoceyl Neopentanoate, Polyglyceryl-4 Isostearate, Propylene Glycol, Propylparaben, Purified Water, Sodium Chloride, Tocopheryl Acetate, Treithoxycaprylylsilane

Size: 2 fl. oz

Who It's For

Great daily sunscreen (not for sports, water etc.) for those who want the extra zinc especially for melasma or other pigment problem.  Works well for all but the darkest skin types - could be a little chalky here but you can put makeup over it. 

Dr. Irwin's Product Review

Still one of my favorites. Note that this is now called SheerZinc.  New name, but the same excellent product.  No other sunscreen has 18% zinc and goes on this well that I’ve ever seen. This is the clear, non-tinted version which goes on fairly white but absorbs quite well after several minutes.  Scroll down to see the tinted version which many like better.

Great for melasma and anyone with pigment problems due to the 18% zinc. This is a physical (mineral) sunscreen, meaning that it contains no sunscreen chemicals. Excellent also for sensitive skin. Expensive, but worth it for the extra protection.

How to Use

Apply sunblock in the morning and reapply every 2-3 hours if sweating or outdoors.

Ingredients

Active Ingredient: Zinc Oxide 18.60%, Inactive Ingredients: Water, Cyclomethicone, Glycerine, Glyceryl Stearate and PEG 100 Stearate, Sorbitol, Imperata Cylindrica Root Extract, Caprylyl Glycol, Sorbitan Stearate, Lecithin, Arabidopsis Extract, Plankton Extract, Xanthan Gum, Carbomer, Ascorbyl Palmitate (Vitamin C), Tocopheryl Acetate (Vitamin E), Citric Acid, Disodium EDTA