Ultraceuticals skin challenge - 30 day progress report: Fine lines

bh member - Kassalee
Fine lines and dull-looking skin head my skin concerns. Turning 55 shortly after commencing this skin challenge, I’ve noticed sagging of the skin and there is also sun damage and I’m prone to redness.
I had heard of the brand Ultraceuticals but knew nothing about their products, other than being Australian – which was a good start! I purposely didn’t research the brand prior, as I didn’t want to have any unrealistic expectations. But I couldn’t resist having a look at some of their RVR90 (Real Visible Results) before and after photos – to see what photos would be taken and used.
My hope was that [the products] would improve the look and feel of my skin and the salon treatments would give it a rejuvenation that I otherwise would not have access to. I’d been using multiple skin care products from various brands and was hopeful that I would discover a complete skin care range that would be beneficial.
It’s been a very positive experience to have the expertise of a consultant to analyse my skin, tailor products to use at home and schedule in-salon treatments. The products to use at home are also adjusted with changes being made as to usage and additional products added as needed.
At my first consultation with Lynda, my skin was assessed, thoroughly cleansed, photos [were] taken and then I had my first in-salon treatment. Microdermabrasion was first, followed by Ultrasonophoresis. Ultrasonophoresis is a painless and fast-acting treatment whereby low frequency ultrasonic vibrations are used to optimise the absorption (up to 1000x greater than if manually applied) of active ingredients – vitamins A and C were infused. There is a soft high-pitched sound and the sensation is like a mild tickling of the skin. I found it quite pleasant and relaxing. My skin was a little red after, but this had subsided by the following day. I was given my products to use at home which were all fully explained to me – how to apply, how much to use and when to use. I was not to commence the products containing the active ingredients of vitamin A and C for five days, as I had been given an infusion of them into my skin with the in-salon treatment.
During my second appointment two weeks later, my skin was cleansed and [more] photos [were] taken and already an improvement could be seen – [there was] slightly less redness and my skin on the lower cheeks and jawline [were] looking better already. My treatment was the A-Zyme Peel which combines fast-acting potent ingredients of Retinol and Bromelian (fruit enzyme from pineapple) applied to the skin (smelt like choc-chip cookie dough) and left on for 10 minutes. I was given a sheet explaining my after-care and told not to use my home products that contained active ingredients for five days – the Ultra A Skin Perfecting Serum and the Ultra C Firming Eye Cream.
During my third appointment four weeks later, my skin was cleansed and [more] photos [were] taken. Once again a slight change could be seen. There was a plumpness in my skin and the clarity of my skin was improving. It’s uplifting to see results after only a month. I was given another A-Zyme treatment, but [it was] left on for only five minutes and this time the Ultrasonophoresis was used to ‘push’ it into the skin.
My home products regimen was altered to now use the nightly Ultra A Skin Perfecting Serum Mild every night, rather than on alternate nights. I was given an additional product to use on alternate mornings after cleansing - the Ultra C10+ Firming Serum. Once again, my active ingredient products were to be ceased for five days following my in-salon treatment.
My skin has experienced some breakouts (purging!) and as warned by the after-care sheet for the A-Zyme peel, I did experience redness and some slight discomfort of heat and itchiness and minimal peeling - initially for a few days after the first one, but only for a day after the second one. After a month of using the products and having in-clinic treatments, my skin has settled down and is feeling soft and hydrated. There is no tight feeling and it’s looking healthier and more radiant than before. I’m feeling confident that it’s responding well to both the in-salon treatments and the home products.
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39 Member Comments
Ultraceuticals seems likeca good brand.
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Results seem good but need pics.
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Sound amazing! Tempted to try but would be better if some photos are taken to show.
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Need pics! No filter/photoshop
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Sounds amazing!!
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Looking forward to the final reveal :)
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Hope to see the 60 day progress report in the coming week - they were due last Monday and I'm sure it takes bh a while to edit and condense them - especially mine!
Looking forward to reading how the other ladies are going - I wish I wasn't alone with my fine lines!
I will give you some insider updated info - at my last visit (which was the day after 60 day report was in) I am Amazed at my after photos in comparison to my first day photos - I wouldn't have believed there could be such an improvement in my skin. And I was looking at my photos without my glasses!
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Great review, I love how detailed you are! I hope bH do not condense too much
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Great review Kassalee! So glad you are pleased with the results so far.
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Love this...........exactly what I am interested in.
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I really love that firming serum! It's all sounding very positive so far - great review!
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Looking forward to hearing more. I'd also like to know if the results are worth it in the context of the cost of the products and treatments.
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I would really like to see some photos. I feel much easier to just see the pictures than to read and then trying to visualise myself.
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Kassalee, so happy you are responding well to the treatments. Would also love photos so I know if it is worth spending the $$$$$
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Yes! Pics and true honest final score in short: does/doesn't worth $
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The progress report sounds promising. I would love to hear about the results at the 60 day mark.
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I agree Seezora. Thank you for your informative article Kassalee. Well done!
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Great reporting Kassalee, looking forward to reading how things progress in coming weeks too
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Although I've been following the progress of all trial participants in the forums, I'm mostly interested in Kassalee's progress due to my concerns about wrinkles and the start of sagging skin. Companies use the term fine lines, but at my age they're really wrinkles.
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Wonderful review Kassalee. So good to see the treatment being done in a "age appropriate" fashion, full marks to Ultraceuticals.
Good job all round and I look forward to the 60day results.
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Congratulations, Kassalee. you've done brilliantly with your reporting.
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Great review, I'd love to see progress photos! Can't wait to see the end results.
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Good to read of your experience.
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Good results so far!
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