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Questions & Answers Pro-Niacin™ has been clinically proven to strengthen the skin barrier through increasing the content of NAD within the skin cells and generating the growth and maturation of healthy skin cells from the inside-out. A stronger skin barrier improves atopic skin by providing better protection against environmental toxins, bacteria, etc. from aggravating the living skin cells beneath.
Yes, NIA 24™ products can be layered. Apply the Skin Strengthening Complex first, followed by the Sun Damage Prevention 100% Mineral Sunscreen SPF 30 to ensure that the sunscreen benefits are not diluted. Allow several minutes for the SPF 30 to be absorbed prior to make-up application.
No. The extensive clinical and safety testing conducted on the Pro-Niacin™ molecule and NIA 24™ products have shown no unexpected side effects or reactions. Instead, clinical studies have shown dramatic improvements in skin health with use of the NIA 24™ products.
Yes. While the Skin Strengthening Complex is an excellent moisturizer, some individuals may require more intensive moisturization. Apply the Skin Strengthening Complex first to ensure maximum efficacy of the Pro-Niacin™ molecule, then follow with your desired moisturizer.
Yes. Apply the Skin Strengthening Complex and/or Sun Damage Prevention 100% Mineral Sunscreen SPF 30 first and allow several minutes for the products to absorb prior to make-up application.
Yes. NIA 24™ products are ideal for use on areas of the face, neck, chest and hands.
Yes. Application of the Skin Strengthening Complex and Sun Damage Prevention 100% Mineral Sunscreen SPF 30 can be extended to the orbital bone. However, as with all products, avoid eye contact.
All NIA 24™ Skin Therapy products can be used with dry skin. In fact, the Physical Cleansing Scrub is a physical scrub that can be less irritating than chemical exfoliants to dry skin that is red and irritated. Furthermore, the natural sunscreens in the Sun Damage Prevention 100% Mineral Sunscreen SPF 30 are also known to be less irritating than chemical sunscreens to dry skin.
The skin barrier's ability to retain moisture and resist damage can make the surface of the skin feel dry. To limit the effects of dryness, use a humectant or additional moisturizer to help hold water on top of the skin, applying the NIA 24™ products first.
Yes. NIA 24™ products do not contain added fragrances, colors or dyes which can be potential irritants. The Sun Damage Prevention 100% Mineral Sunscreen SPF 30 is also oil and PABA-free and is a physical sunscreen which causes less irritation than chemical sunscreens to sensitive skin.
Yes. You may find that strengthening the skin barrier with the NIA 24™ products may help to control oil production. Each product also has additional individual benefits for oily skin. The Physical Cleansing Scrub helps remove dead skin cells that can clog pores and create blemishes. The Skin Strengthening Complex helps moisturize and nourish the skin, as even oily skin needs hydration or moisturization. The Sun Damage Prevention 100% Mineral Sunscreen SPF 30 is an oil-free formula that provides natural sunscreen protection from harmful UVA/UVB rays.
No. The NIA 24™ products were tested and found to be non-comedogenic, which as stated by the FDA, means that the products do not contain common pore-clogging ingredients that could lead to acne.
NIA 24™ products are non-comedogenic; however, increased NAD within the skin cells can initially cause excess sebum production in some individuals. To limit the effects of a breakout, it is recommended that you gradually introduce the NIA 24™ products to your daily skin care regimen over the course of 10 days.
No. The NIA 24™ products are not intended as acne treatment products. However, with promotion of a healthier, stronger skin barrier, bacteria cannot invade as easily and blemishes aggravated by bacteria can be improved (clinical trials not yet conducted on anti-bacterial effects).
In some individuals, applying the NIA 24™ products to the skin may initially create a warm sensation that can accelerate into mild blushing or even red, itchy skin. If this happens, apply a cold compress to soothe the skin. The redness and itchiness should subside within several hours. To limit the effects of a first blush, it is recommended that you gradually introduce the NIA 24™ products to your daily skin care regimen over the course of 10 days.
Yes. Clinical trials have demonstrated that the Pro-Niacin™ molecule helps to reduce the appearance of hyperpigmentation.
Although the products have been tested rigorously for safety, use of the NIA 24™ products during pregnancy or while breastfeeding is left to the discretion of your physician.
The shelf life of the Physical Cleansing Scrub and the Skin Strengthening Complex is 3 years. The Sun Damage Prevention 100% Mineral Sunscreen SPF 30 has a 2-year expiration date because of its classification as an over-the-counter (OTC) drug.
Because of the chemical structure of the Pro-Niacin™ molecule, a continuous delivery system of Niacin to the skin is already built in - allowing penetration of the molecule through the epidermis at a slow, continuous rate that is optimal for avoiding vasodilation and providing a continuous supply of NAD to living skin cells below. Therefore, ultrasound is not needed to provide better penetration of the Pro-Niacin™ molecule. Use of ultrasound with the NIA 24™ products could result in faster residence times and hyperabsorption of the Pro-Niacin™ molecule and result in vasodilation or skin irritation and therefore, is not recommended.
Clinical studies have not been conducted on patients undergoing chemotherapy or radiation while using the NIA 24™ products. Patients undergoing such treatments are recommended to refer to their oncologists/physicians prior to using the NIA 24™ products.
NIA 24™ products are topical skin care products to be used once a patient has started the healing process and are not to be ingested or used on open wounds. Release of leptin has been shown to improve wound healing but studies conducted on NIA 24™ products and actual wound healing have not been conducted.
Yes. Patients have seen successful results using the NIA 24™ products in combination with tretinoins and have found that the efficacy of the NIA 24™ products enables them to reduce the dosage of the prescription drug, while still achieving the same result and minimizing irritation. Apply the NIA 24™ products after application of the tretinoin therapy at night and the NIA 24™ products alone in the morning to ensure 24-hour delivery of the Pro-Niacin™ molecule.
Yes. Patients have seen successful results using NIA 24™ in combination with hydroquinone. However, because of the very efficient penetration properties of the Pro-Niacin™ molecule, it's important to remember to apply the NIA 24™ products first, waiting several minutes prior to applying hydroquinone to ensure maximum efficacy of the Pro-Niacin™ molecule and to avoid irritation.
There are no known drug interactions between Niacin and statins. The FDA has approved a regime that includes combining Niaspan® (Niacin extended-release tablets), indicated for the treatment of cholesterol, and Lovistatin (a generic cholesterol lowering drug) which are both oral medications. Using the NIA 24™ products should therefore, be safe.
If an individual experiences flushing, this may be due to a weak stratum corneum, rather than a drug interaction. In this case, it is recommended that you gradually introduce the NIA 24™ products to your daily skin care regimen over the course of 10 days and this should relieve the problem.
Lipitor® is a registered trademark of Pfizer, Inc., Niaspan® is a registered trademark of Kos Pharmaceuticals.
Yes. In addition to the powerful antioxidant benefits of Pro-Niacin™, the Skin Strengthening Complex also contains Wheat Germ Oil, Retinyl Palmitate, Green Tea and Rosemary extracts. The Sun Damage Prevention 100% Mineral Sunscreen SPF 30 and Physical Cleansing Scrub both contain Vitamin E.
Yes. You can layer a Vitamin C serum underneath the Skin Strengthening Complex or Sun Damage Prevention 100% Mineral Sunscreen SPF 30 because of the consistency of serums versus moisturizers and creams. However, when using NIA 24™ products in conjunction with other non-prescribed products, NIA 24™ products should be applied first because of their very efficient penetration properties and to ensure maximum efficacy.
The NIA 24™ products are multi-functional, providing specific benefits from each product. Thus, a combination is best. However, all products contain the Pro-Niacin™ molecule and delivery of this molecule is the primary benefit of all of the NIA 24™ products. If an individual is only interested in purchasing one product, the Skin Strengthening Complex is recommended because it is a leave-on treatment that contains 5% of the Pro-Niacin™ molecule and can be used twice daily.
Increasing the skin barrier means that the very thin layer of skin cells on the top of the skin are increased, but the difference in skin barrier thickness will not be visible to the eye. An enhanced barrier means better skin structure, which will produce a positive visible difference in the texture and tone of the skin.
No. None of the NIA 24™ products contains mineral oil or petroleum.
Physical Cleansing Scrub: 6.0 – 6.6
Skin Strengthening Complex: 6.0 – 7.0
Sun Damage Prevention 100% Mineral Sunscreen: Not Applicable
Many customers feel that fragrance, color and dye additives are unnecessary ingredients and can irritate the skin. Thus, the NIA 24™ products do not contain added colors, fragrances or dyes.
Many customers feel that added fragrance can irritate skin; therefore, NIA 24™ products contain no added fragrance. The slight aroma that you may detect in the products is the natural aroma of the ingredients themselves.
Non-comedogenic means that the product does not block pores or induce skin breakout causing white heads and/or black heads. Each of the NIA 24™ products has been tested and was found to be non-comedogenic.
NIA 24™ offers both a physical scrub and a physical sunscreen. In a physical scrub, exfoliation is achieved through some type of particle (walnut shells, apricot pits, etc.) They allow you to control the degree of exfoliation based on manual manipulation, therefore, tend to be less irritating and drying.
The Physical Cleansing Scrub contains Macadamia Seed Oil.
The Skin Strengthening Complex contains Walnut Seed Extract.
Individuals with an allergy to nuts may experience an adverse reaction to either of these products; therefore, it is recommended to consult their physician prior to using these products.
All NIA 24™ Skin Therapy products have been tested on humans in a controlled laboratory study under exaggerated circumstances to confirm their safety. In formulating the NIA 24™ products, no ingredients known to cause allergic reactions were used.
Improvements in tone, texture and brightness can usually be seen within the first several weeks, though individual results may vary. Depending on the degree of sun damage, improvements in sun damage and hyperpigmentation can take up to six months.
The bioavailability and metabolic pathways are different for vitamins which are applied topically versus those administered orally. Because the NIA 24™ products are topically applied, the absorption of Pro-Niacin™ into the cells is localized primarily to the skin. In addition, there should be no concern about Niacin toxicity because Niacin is water-soluble and doses found in multi-vitamins or in B-complex are typically low.
Yes. It is safe to use the NIA 24™ products both before and after IPL treatment. Pre-treatment usage is best 30 days prior to IPL but any amount of usage will provide benefit. Post-treatment protocol recommends abstaining from use of the Physical Cleansing Scrub for 2-3 weeks as the skin barrier can become quite compromised during IPL treatment. A clinical study examining this combination was completed in January 2006 and will be available for review on the NIA 24™ website in the summer of 2006.
Yes. While no clinical trials have been published using NIA 24™ products to treat Rosacea, individuals with Rosacea have reported reduced redness with use of the NIA 24™ products.
Gentle and beneficial for nearly every patient, NIA 24™ skin care products are a necessary daily protocol for those choosing the most effective treatment regimens or procedures, as well as anyone with a history of sensitized skin, or even sun worship. Getting started on the path to better skin couldn't be easier. Now Mentor can help you can find a qualified dermatologist or plastic surgeon with experience in skin therapy who carries the NIA 24™ line of skin rejuvenation products for you.
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