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Does PREVAGE® MD anti-aging treatment work better than other topical antioxidants?

Yes. Idebenone, found in PREVAGE® MD [1% Idebenone], is scientifically shown to be more effective than other topical antioxidants in protecting your skin against environmental stressors known to cause skin aging

What can idebenone 1% do for my skin?

Idebenone 1% anti-aging treatment helps correct the skin damage that you already have and also protects your skin from future damage. The antioxidative power of PREVAGE® MD has been clinically shown to reduce the signs of skin aging in only 4 weeks.²

In a recent survey of 18 subjects with severe to moderate photodamage

	–	72% of subjects reported reduction in the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles
	–	78% of subjects reported reduction in roughness and dryness
	–	78% of subjects reported improvement in skin softness and smoothness
	–	61% of subjects reported improvement in firmness, tightness, and elasticity
	–	67% of subjects reported improvement in overall appearance

In addition, a majority of subjects reported an overall improvement in their skin’s healthy appearance after just 4 weeks of use.

Fine lines and wrinkles, roughness and dryness, and a lack of firmness and elasticity are generally regarded as signs of sun damage.

2.	Data on file, Allergan, Inc. DiNardo JC. Four-week clinical expert grader evaluation of PREVAGE® MD (1.0% idebenone) for the treatment of photodamage. 2005.

How is PREVAGE® MD anti-aging treatment different from the products sold in the department store?

There are many different types of anti-aging treatments available. Some of them now contain antioxidants. Only PREVAGE® MD has 1% idebenone. PREVAGE® MD is available only from your doctor.

How do I use PREVAGE® MD anti-aging treatment?

Skin reactions to PREVAGE® MD anti-aging treatment may be more likely to occur within the first several days of using the product. For this reason, before beginning to use PREVAGE® MD on a regular basis, apply a small amount of product (less than one pump) daily for several days to a small area of skin in the area you plan to use the product. If any itching, burning, redness, or swelling occurs during this trial period, wash the product off and discontinue use. Contact your dispensing physician to discuss your reaction and to receive a refund. If no reactions occur, follow the instructions below.

Test usage of PREVAGE® MD

1.	Skin reactions to PREVAGE® MD anti-aging treatment may be more likely to occur within the first several days of using the product.
2.	For this reason, before beginning to use PREVAGE® MD on a regular basis, apply a small amount of product (less than one pump) daily for several days to a small area of skin in the area you plan to use the product.
3.	If any itching, burning, redness, or swelling occurs during this trial period, wash the product off and discontinue use. Contact your dispensing physician to discuss your reaction and to receive a refund.
4.	If no reactions occur, follow the instructions below.

Regular usage of PREVAGE® MD anti-aging treatment
If you have normal skin sensitivity, after following the “Test usage of PREVAGE® MD” instructions and if no reactions are seen, begin using PREVAGE® MD anti-aging treatment once a day for the first week, and, if tolerated, twice a day from then on. If any itching, burning, redness, or swelling occurs at any time while using the product, wash the product off, discontinue use, and consult your dispensing physician as needed. Skin reactions may be more likely in individuals with sensitive skin, eczema, or allergies to cosmetics, hair dyes (para-phenylenediamine (PPD), bleaching agents (hydroquinones), sulfa compounds, or jewelry.

Even though PREVAGE® MD anti-aging treatment protects your skin against environmental stressors, it is not a substitute for sunscreen. Always use a sunscreen with a minimum of SPF 30 every day.

How much PREVAGE® MD should I use?

Push the pump down once or twice to dispense a small pea-size amount. Gently massage PREVAGE® MD anti-aging treatment into your clean, dry face and neck once a day increasing to twice a day, as tolerated.

Can I use PREVAGE® MD in combination with other products?

Skin reactions to PREVAGE® MD anti-aging treatment may be more common in individuals who are using multiple skin care products. If you are currently on an aggressive skin care regimen, your skin may become more sensitive to PREVAGE® MD.

In general, apply PREVAGE® MD directly after cleansing your skin and before applying any other products.

Is PREVAGE® MD a sunscreen?

No, PREVAGE® MD anti-aging treatment is not a sunscreen. After applying PREVAGE® MD, you should also apply a sunscreen with UVA and UVB protection and an SPF of at least 30.

What is the difference between PREVAGE® MD anti-aging treatment and AHAs (alpha-hydroxy acids)?

AHAs are obtained from fruits, sugar cane, and sour milk and are found in a variety of skin care products including moisturizers, cleansers, and sunscreens. AHAs act primarily as exfoliants helping to shed the outermost layer of the skin to make it look smoother and less wrinkled.

PREVAGE® MD anti-aging treatment works differently. It contains idebenone, an antioxidant that scavenges harmful free radicals in the cells of your skin and protects it from damage from external environmental stressors such as UV light, air pollution, and cigarette smoke, to name a few. PREVAGE® MD also reduces the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles, as well as skin roughness and dryness, and evens skin tone to restore youthful-looking skin.