MD Forte

Written by: Tina Laramie

As skin ages it loses the suppleness and elasticity of youth. Mostly this is caused by the suns harmful UV rays which is called photoaging. Sun exposure causes dry, sagging and wrinkled skin. The skin also loses its ability to stay moisturized and retain its softness.

Since an acid is involved to gain maximum benefits, a physician should be consulted. However, these products can be ordered through the internet so utmost caution should be utilized when using these products. Remember to read all manufacturer's directions and follow them to gain the best results.

MD Forte has developed a 4 step process that allows the skin to fully benefit from their skin care system. The 4 step process is cleanse, restore, moisturize, and protect. By doing this twice a day the maximum benefits can be achieved. The system is also broken down into Levels I, II, III. Level I is for the beginner with the lowest amount of glycolic acid compound. It is recommended that after several months using the Level I products then Level II can be started. This allows the skin time to become accustomed to the process. Level III is the last step and should be started after several months with the Level II products. The following is an example of MD Forte products that could be used in rejuvenating the skin:

Level I MD Forte

• Step 1 Cleanse

  MD Forte Facial Cleanser I (12% Glycolic acid Compound) Start with this product when beginning then use daily to slowly begin the exfoliating process

• Step 2 Restore

  MD Forte Facial Lotion I (15% Glycolic acid Compound)
     Use under makeup or by itself to exfoliate surface skin.    Change to Level II when skin is adjusted to Level I

        or

  MD Forte Skin Rejuvenation I (5% glycolic acid compound and vitamin A & E)
     Use according to directions

        and

  MD Forte Skin Rejuvenation Eye Cream(10% glycolic acid compound)
     Diminishes fine lines around eyes with Retinol and Vitamin A

• Step 3 Moisturize

  MD Forte Replenish Hydrating Cream (Glycolic Free)
     Provides moisture for sensitive skin that is undergoing treatment

        or

  MD Forte Advanced Hydrating Complex Gel (Glycolic Free)
     Moisturizes skin that is undergoing glycolic acid peels

• Step 4 Protect ( Both recommended by The Skin Cancer Foundation)

  MD Forte Total Daily Protector SPF 15 (Glycolic Free)
     Use daily for moderate protection against suns harmful rays

  MD Forte Aftercare Protection Cream SPF 30 (Glycolic Free)
     Use for Maximum protection against suns harmful rays

Level II MD Forte

• Step 1 Cleanse

  MD Forte Facial Cleanser II (15% Glycolic acid Compound)
     Progress to this product once face is accustomed to Level I (4 to 6 months or as directed by doctor)

• Step 2 Restore

  MD Forte Facial Lotion II (20% Glycolic acid Compound)
     Use under or by itself to exfoliate surface skin

        or

  MD Forte Skin Rejuvenation II (20% glycolic acid compound, vitamin A & E)
     Use according to directions

        and

  MD Forte Skin Rejuvenation Eye Cream (10% glycolic acid compound)
     Diminishes fine lines around eyes with Retinol and Vitamin A

• Step 3 Moisturize

  MD Forte Replenish Hydrating Cream (Glycolic Free)
     Provides moisture for sensitive skin that is undergoing treatment

        or

  MD Forte Advanced Hydrating Complex Gel (Glycolic Free)
     Moisturizes skin that is undergoing glycolic acid peels

• Step 4 Protect ( Both recommended by The Skin Cancer Foundation)

  MD Forte Total Daily Protector SPF 15 (Glycolic Free)
     Use daily for moderate protection against suns harmful rays

  MD Forte Aftercare Protection Cream SPF 30 (Glycolic Free)
     Use for Maximum protection against suns harmful rays

Level III MD Forte

• Step 1 Cleanse

  MD Forte Facial Cleanser III (30% Glycolic acid Compound)
     Physician should advise in the use of this product

• Step 2 Restore

  MD Forte Facial Lotion III (30% Glycolic acid Compound)
     Physician should advise in the use of this product

        or

  MD Forte Skin Rejuvenation III (30% glycolic acid compound, vitamin A & E)
     Use according to directions

        and

  MD Forte Skin Rejuvenation Eye Cream(10% glycolic compound)
     Diminishes fine lines around eyes with Retinol and Vitamin A

• Step 3 Moisturize

  MD Forte Replenish Hydrating Cream (Glycolic Free)
     Provides moisture for sensitive skin that is undergoing treatment

        or

  MD Forte Advanced Hydrating Complex Gel (Glycolic Free)
     Moisturizes skin that is undergoing glycolic acid peels

• Step 4 Protect ( Both recommended by The Skin Cancer Foundation)

  MD Forte Total Daily Protector SPF 15 (Glycolic Free)
     Use daily for moderate protection against suns harmful rays

  MD Forte Aftercare Protection Cream SPF 30 (Glycolic Free)
     Use for Maximum protection against suns harmful rays

(More examples can be found at www.mdforte.com)