Frequently
Asked Questions
1. May I use the products if I'm pregnant or nursing?
Although
you should always check with your physician before using any new products
during your pregnancy, there should be no problems if you use any of
the PRESCRIBEDsolutions topical products.
2. May I use PRESCRIBEDsolutions
if I'm undergoing
either radiation or chemotherapy?
Obviously you should check all product usage
with your physician during this critical period, but you should avoid
and cosmetic products containing steroids. No topical PRESCRIBEDsolutions
products contain steroids.
3. If I have very dry skin should I use the Glycolic Anti-oxidant Cleanser?
Glycolic
Acid is regarded by physicians as one of the best ways to exfoliate
the dead skin cells lying on the surface of the skin. However, Glycolic
Acid can be drying. You may want to speak to your dermatologist about
adding a hydrating booster to your cleanser if your concerned about
excess dryness. The booster will ensure that your skin is rehydrated
after exfoliation.
4. I need brightening but I have extremely sensitive skin?
You
may want to ask your dermatologist to infuse your basic products with
brightening booster, which is composed of many natural botanical ingredients
that will allow you to reap the benefits of brightening without the
risk of sensitivity.
5. How can
I buy PRESCRIBEDsolutions
products if I don't see my doctor listed on your website?
You can simply click here to recommend your doctor to PRESCRIBEDsolutions.
6. I'm going to the Caribbean this winter, should I ask my doctor to
reconsider the boosters in my products?
You
should let your doctor know that you will be exposed to heavy sun. She
may recommend that you have your products infused with the Anti-oxidant
Booster to provide you with greater photo protection.
7. How frequently will my doctor change the boosters that are infused
into my PRESCRIBEDsolutions
products?
That's
obviously up to your doctor, but its usual for most doctors to alter
the boosters when patients:
- undergo
a change in their environment i.e. greater exposure to the sun or
extreme cold
- are undergoing treatments that result in
minor inflammation
- are experiencing an infrequent bout of acne
- are experiencing a decline in elasticity or firmness
8. Why should I have my skincare products customized?
Customizing
your skincare products allows your physician to tailor your care to
changes in climate, exposure to the sun, irritation and other trauma,
and ensure that the benefits of the in-office procedures will be enhanced
when you are at home.
9. If I use Noticeable Improvement Hair Retardant after hair removal,
will it cause the hair on my head to stop growing?
No,
not at all. Noticeable Improvement Hair Retardant works
only on the areas where the product has been topically applied.
10. Can I just buy the boosters and use them in my usual products?
The
various boosters have been specifically created by PRESCRIBEDsolutions
to work with and enhance the efficacy of PRESCRIBEDsolutions
products, but we cannot guarantee how they will react with other products.
11. How long will PRESCRIBEDsolutions
last?
PRESCRIBEDsolutionsproducts
have been packaged to last, prior to customization for up to three years.
Once customized, they have a shelf life of one year. Under normal usage
rates, the product will last on average for roughly three months.
12. Can PRESCRIBEDsolutions
be used on darker skins?
Yes. The majority of products are translucent and can be used by individuals
of any ethnicity. Even the Moisturizer with SPF30 is
rapidly absorbed into the skin and leaves no "ashy" residue
on darker skins.
13. What new PRESCRIBEDsolutions will be coming soon?
PRESCRIBEDsolutions is dedicated to serving all of
the cosmetic needs of patients in a variety of medical disciplines.
In the future PRESCRIBEDsolutions will be launching
products targeted to patients under the care of obstetricians / gynecologists,
plastic surgeons.
14.
Are PRESCRIBEDsolutions products tested on animals?
All PRESCRIBEDsolutions products are fragrance free,
non-allergenic, non-comedogenic, and are never tested on animals.
