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Urban Skin Rx®, an unparalleled line of clinical skincare products, was developed by Rachel Roff, a highly successful Licensed Aesthetician. In 2006 Rachel opened her own medical spa, in Charlotte, NC, and it quickly became the leading medical spa and laser center for treating melanin-rich skin. Through her experience working on clients, Rachel learned which ingredients and formulations most effectively improved common conditions in skin of color, including hyperpigmentation and melasma. Recognizing the wide unmet need for products to address the concerns of diverse skin tones, Rachel founded Urban Skin Rx® in 2010. Urban Skin Rx® and Pro Strength™ collections include effective, targeted solutions with scientifically researched ingredients to help reduce the appearance of dark marks and uneven skin tone. The brand also offers additional products that smooth texture, reduce the visible signs of aging and fight acne and dry skin. Urban Skin Rx® is sold online at urbanskinrx.com and at Target, Ulta, Walmart, Amazon, CVS, QVC.com, HSN.com and Dermstore.com. In 2020, the brand launched its first international distribution in Nigeria.
Fine Lines & Wrinkles
Pro Strength
20% Vitamin C formula to improve dark marks and visibly firm aging skin
$ 58.00
Pro Strength
Light-weight Water gel Moisturizer that instantly brightens and hydrates
$ 36.00
Pro Strength
Gel Serum that visibly firms, brightens and hydrates all skin types
$ 58.00
Restore
Vitamin C moisturizer to hydrate & visibly brighten skin
$ 24.00
Restore
Gentle Retinol alternative that gently exfoliates, brightens & hydrates
$ 23.00
Even Tone
2-in-1 serum featuring an innovative dual-formula delivery system that targets discolorations
$ 29.00
Pro Strength
Improves signs of aging, dark spots & visibly firms
$ 184.00
Sale price
$ 135.00
Fine Lines & Wrinkles q+a
What causes skin to age?
There are a few different factors that can contribute to skin looking aged. The most common is loss of the skin’s own collagen and elastin. Collagen and elastin is what makes skin look firm. Without it, the skin develops fine lines, wrinkles and even sagging skin. Sun exposure is the number one thing that causes loss of collagen and elastin. However, there are other things that cause the skin to age from a process called oxidative stress such as: smoking, medications, pollution, stress and more. Also, losing significant amounts of weight or losing weight too rapidly can cause the skin to be loose.
What are things that you can do to prevent your skin from prematurely aging?
Wear sunblock daily. All skin tones from the fairest to the deepest need to wear sunblock daily. Your morning moisturizer should have SPF 25 or higher. (check out our Dermshield All Day Sun Protection Mattifying Moisturizer Spf 30) If you work outdoors or are in direct sun exposure on a regular basis then you should wear a hat. Living a healthy lifestyle such as not smoking or eating healthy will protect your collagen and elastin and will prevent it from breaking down prematurely. Last but certainly not least, use an effective daily regimen that consists of anti-aging ingredients. By your mid to late 20s, your skin is already in the process of aging.
What ingredients prevent and improve the appearance of aging?
Retinol is the most effective and proven ingredient to correct and prevent signs of aging in the skin. Retinol is derived from Vitamin A. It speeds up the skin’s cellular renewal process, meaning it instigates the skin’s own process of removing the top layer of dead skin and promoting new skin. (Check out our Even Tone Night Treatment). During this process the skin not only makes more collagen and elastin promoting firmer skin and the appearance of fine lines, but it also helps the skin to appear more even toned and helps control breakouts. Retinol can causes dryness and sensitivity the first few weeks of use. However, with continued use this goes away and a more youthful appearance develops. Other important ingredients for anti-aging are Vitamin C/Ascorbic Acid which reverse and prevent oxidative stress that breaks down collagen. (check out our Super C Brightening Serum). Also, peptides and Hyaluronic Acid firm and strengthen the skin cells, as well as promote collagen formation. (check out our Hydrafirm Serum).