What is the skin barrier?
The skin barrier is a natural fortress that protects the skin. It’s like a brick wall keeping good things in — moisture, natural oils and nutrients — and bad things out — pollutants, UV rays and harsh chemicals. But if it breaks down, the natural fortress becomes more like a net than a wall. Factors including the natural aging process, climate, sun overexposure, over-exfoliation and more can compromise the skin barrier, leading to persistent dryness, redness and irritated, sensitive skin. With a healthy barrier, skin is protected from moisture loss and maintains vital hydration.
The very top layer of the skin barrier is called the stratum corneum. It is comprised of flattened cells bound together by a lipid matrix, which is a precise combination of fatty acids, ceramides and cholesterol. This combination is necessary to maintain the strength and integrity of the stratum corneum, the top layer of the skin.
Barrier Restore 1:1:3 has a ratio of 1-part fatty acids to 1-part ceramides to 3-parts cholesterol, providing optimal, fast-acting efficacy.
● Fatty acids: Help support skin’s natural structure and are essential for maintaining the skin’s moisture barrier and preventing water loss.
● Ceramides: Help maintain and increase the skin’s moisture levels and protect the skin barrier from environmental stressors.
● Cholesterol: Helps strengthen the skin barrier and improve its ability to retain moisture.
This innovative formula also includes ingredients shown to reduce triggers associated with visible facial redness:
● Date seed extract
● Synthetic avenanthramide (key ingredient in oats)
● Marine exopolysaccharides
Discover the visible redness-reducing power of Barrier Restore 1:1:3.**
Mary Kay Clinical Solutions™ Barrier Restore 1:1:3
Skin barrier strength + visible redness relief. Support your barrier with this twice-daily formula only available from your Independent Beauty Consultant.
POWERFUL ENOUGH FOR REAL RESULTS. GENTLE ENOUGH FOR DAILY USE.
Dermatology’s gold-standard ingredient stars in this high-performance formula to prevent and reverse the visible signs of skin aging. Seamlessly add Mary Kay Clinical Solutions™ Retinol 0.3 to your nightly routine starting on day one.
Experience firmer and more radiant-looking skin,* a reduced appearance of lines and wrinkles,* and more with Retinol 0.3
Why retinol?
Skin starts losing collagen starting in our 20s. Retinol can help you regain the collagen that your skin loses every year by:
● Supporting natural collagen and elastin, improving the appearance of collagen-depleted skin.
● Stimulating surface skin cell renewal, so skin appears more as it did when you were younger.
AFTER 1 WEEK*
● The look of deep lines improved.
● Firmness, radiance and skin tone improved.
AFTER 12 WEEKS*
● 100% of women’s skin texture was smoother.
● 100% of women had less-visible blotchiness.
● 90% of women’s fine lines & wrinkles were less visible.
● 86% of women showed a visible reduction in deep lines.
● Firmness increased by 27%.
● Even tone improved by 37%
SKIP THE SYRINGE, AND TARGET EXPRESSION LINES TOPICALLY
Target dynamic wrinkles — lines and creases caused by facial expressions — like never before with exclusive, no-needle Clinical Solutions™ Dynamic Wrinkle Limiter.
This proprietary, non-invasive, at-home targeted cream is clinically shown after eight weeks to be 76% as effective as a widely used wrinkle-relaxing injection treatment.†*
Why a targeted cream?
A targeted cream allows you to deliver potent actives precisely where facial creases occur, including the forehead, extended crow’s-feet (toward temples) and between the brows.
AFTER 4 WEEKS
Visibly reduce lines in the forehead, extended crow’s-feet and between brows†
And the results get better with time!
AFTER 8 WEEKS
76% as effective as a widely used wrinkle-relaxing injection treatment†*
Plus, wrinkles appear
36% smoother in the forehead and extended crow’s-feet†
30% smoother between brows†
HOW DOES IT WORK?
Patent-pending Botanical Wrinkle-Limiting Technology helps minimize the impact of facial expressions that cause the appearance of dynamic wrinkles.
Inspired by a widely used professional treatment, this topical option is powered by three plant extracts working in unison to achieve comparable results with no frozen-face effects.†* Out of 25 actives tested, three plant extracts were meticulously selected to deliver high-efficacy results:
FRENCH LAVENDER EXTRACT
(Lavandula stoechas)
Helps minimize the impact of facial expressions which cause dynamic wrinkles
ELECTRIC DAISY EXTRACT
(Acmella oleracea)
A well-known wrinkle relaxant.
ROSEMARY EXTRACT
(Rosmarinus officinalis)
Helps minimize the impact of facial expressions which cause dynamic wrinkles.
BOOST YOUR ROUTINE ONE DROP AT A TIME
Take your skin care to new heights with potent, patent-pending Mary Kay Clinical Solutions™ Boosters. Each treatment is comprised of a highly potent dose of scientifically acclaimed skin care ingredients. These easy-to-incorporate formulas are specially designed to beautifully complement your current skin routine.
Key Ingredients
- Mary Kay Clinical Solutions™ C + Resveratrol Line Reducer
- Mary Kay Clinical Solutions™ HA + Ceramide Hydrator
- Mary Kay Clinical Solutions™ Ferulic + Niacinamide Brightener
- Mary Kay Clinical Solutions™ PHA + AHA Resurfacer
VISIBLY REDUCE WRINKLES WITH DERMOCOSMETIC ACTIVES.
Take wrinkle reduction to the next level with
Mary Kay Clinical Solutions™ C + Resveratrol Line Reducer for our highest concentrations of vitamin C and resveratrol. As your skin experiences repetitive facial movements, sun exposure, natural aging and other factors, lines and wrinkles can be expected. This targeted solution supports skin with a potent blend of vitamin C, resveratrol and acetyl hexapeptide-8.
The Ingredient Boost
Vitamin C (ascorbic acid) – 10%
A heroic antioxidant widely recognized for its ability to fight the visible signs of skin aging, high-concentration vitamin C works around the clock for your skin (when applied morning and night as directed).
• Vitamin C supports skin’s natural production of collagen and elastin proteins to help improve the look of fine lines and wrinkles.
• A strong antioxidant, it protects* against the harmful effects of UV- and pollution-induced free radicals on the skin, which can contribute to premature lines and wrinkles.
• And it’s clinically shown to improve the appearance of lines and wrinkles caused by photodamage.
Resveratrol – 0.1%
Similar to vitamin C, resveratrol is a highly potent antioxidant valued not only for its ability to fight visible signs of skin aging but also protect the skin’s surface.
• Resveratrol supports skin’s natural production of collagen and elastin proteins and helps defend against collagen breakdown.
• It also helps protect* against photodamage, which can contribute to premature lines and wrinkles.
Acetyl Hexapeptide-8
Skin-restoring acetyl hexapeptide-8 is a special peptide designed to help reduce the appearance of lines and wrinkles.
• Acetyl hexapeptide-8 helps diminish signals that over time lead to lines and wrinkles.
*Based on in vitro testing
BOOST HYDRATION WITH DUAL-ACTION HYALURONIC ACID.
Savor each drop of these powerhouse hydrators in one skin-loving formula. When your skin’s moisture is out of balance, its barrier can become compromised allowing lines and wrinkles to become more visible. Support skin’s barrier with
Mary Kay Clinical Solutions™ HA + Ceramide Hydrator, a unique blend that targets three critical hydration factors.
The Ingredient Boost
Hyaluronic Acid (HA) (sodium hyaluronate) – 0.25%
An increasingly popular powerhouse humectant, hyaluronic acid is known to bind more than 1,000 times its weight in water, meaning it holds onto water molecules to keep skin looking plump and healthy.
• Two forms of hyaluronic acid take a dual-action approach to combating dry skin.
• Low molecular weight HA penetrates the stratum corneum – the outermost layer of the skin – to directly deliver critical moisture and help plump skin from within.
• High molecular weight HA sits on the skin’s surface to help protect and plump from the outside.
Ceramide – 0.01%
As a critical component of the stratum corneum, ceramide is essential for the retention of skin moisture.
• Skin-mimicking ceramide helps improve skin hydration and support normal barrier function.
Verbena Officinalis Extract (impacts natural moisturizing factor or NMF) – 1.5%
Increased natural moisturizing factor (NMF) is not only known to improve skin hydration but also skin barrier function – a necessity when it comes to protecting your body from environmental stressors and water loss.
• Our chosen plant extract (verbena officinalis) supports skin’s natural production of NMF. NMF components absorb water from the atmosphere and combine with their own water content, allowing the outermost layers of the stratum corneum to stay hydrated despite external factors.
BOOST BRIGHTNESS WITH B3.
Incorporate these derm-inspired actives to visibly diminish dark spots. Factors like hormones, aging and pollution can trigger an irregular production of melanin that causes uneven skin tone. Restore your skin’s glowing glory with this triple-threat booster.
The Ingredient Boost
Ferulic Acid –
0.25%
A high-potency antioxidant, ferulic acid acts like a shield to help defend against external factors that may lead to skin discoloration (hyperpigmentation).
• Ferulic acid helps prevent free radical formation on the skin, and that means fewer factors that lead to discoloration.
• It also supports skin’s antioxidant systems* to help reduce discoloration.
• Its skin-soothing properties help limit key causes of discoloration to reduce the look of uneven skin tone and brighten skin.
Niacinamide (vitamin B3) – 3%
One of the best sources of vitamin B3, niacinamide is an essential nutrient that’s been well-recognized globally as a brightening superpower.
• Niacinamide has been shown to significantly decrease visible skin discoloration (hyperpigmentation) by protecting the skin’s barrier (your first line of defense against aggressors) when applied topically.
• It also doubles as an antioxidant shown to help limit key causes of discoloration to reduce the look of uneven skin tone and brighten skin.
Navy Bean Extract (vegetable amino acids) – 3%
Mary Kay discovered navy bean's effect on brightening efficacy and patented a proprietary ingredient technology on this discovery.
• Navy bean extract is shown to significantly improve skin brightness.
• It also reduces* visible contrast of dark spots and improves the overall appearance of uneven skin tone.
*Based on in vitro testing
TARGET TEXTURE WITH DUAL ACIDS.
Smooth skin and accelerate its renewal with a dynamic, dual-acid boost. As we age, skin cell turnover slows, and that can lead to dull, rough skin. Exfoliation is a must to achieve and maintain smoothness. Gently dissolve dead skin cells while replenishing radiance with this skin routine upgrade.
The Ingredient Boost
Poly-Hydroxy Acid (PHA) (gluconolactone) – 5.0%
The second generation of hydroxy acid technology, poly-hydroxy acid (PHA) has a larger molecular size than alpha-hydroxy acid, meaning it works exclusively on the surface to deliver gentle yet effective exfoliation.
• Our amount of poly-hydroxy acid was specifically chosen so it can be left on skin. It helps improve skin radiance and the appearance of skin texture by breaking apart the bonds between dead skin cells to accelerate exfoliation on the top surface layer of skin.
Alpha-Hydroxy Acid (AHA) (glycolic acid) – 3.9%
With a much smaller molecular size compared to poly-hydroxy acid, alpha-hydroxy acid (AHA) easily works through the top surface layers of the skin to accelerate deeper exfoliation.
• Alpha-hydroxy acid helps accelerate skin renewal and exfoliation by breaking apart the bonds between dead skin cells on multiple surface layers.
• This leave-on acid also helps improve skin radiance and the appearance of skin texture for overall smoothness.
Glycerin
Skin-replenishing glycerin, a natural compound derived from vegetables, serves as the perfect complement to the powerful pairing of two exfoliating hydroxy acids.
• Glycerin is a widely used humectant due to its ability to attract water to itself and help boost moisture levels on the top layers of skin.
*Based on in vitro testing
APPLYING YOUR BOOSTERS
Like a wellness shot for your skin, these dermocosmetic treatments combine concentrated doses of some of science’s most acclaimed ingredients in order to unleash skin’s full potential with every precious drop. Once you’ve determined which booster is right for you, add it seamlessly into your routine.
• Squeeze 6 to 8 drops into your hands and smooth the product over your face and neck, avoiding the eye area. Usage amount may vary based on necessity and preference.
• Do this morning and evening after both cleansing and toning your skin.(
Mary Kay Clinical Solutions™ PHA + AHA Resurfacer should be used only in the evening, 2 to 3 times per week.)
• Follow up with your serum, moisturizer and SPF (if applying in the morning).
The Mary Kay Clinical Solutions™ line of products feature dermocosmetic formulas that deliver both beauty and dermatological benefits. Whether you’re seeking a visible reduction of fine lines and wrinkles, enhanced hydration or just looking for a way to add more elevated ingredients into your skin routine, these premium products have you covered.
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