PREVAGE® Progressive Renewal Treatment Reviews

Background:
My skin lacks clarity and smoothness from adult acne and post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation, melasma from long-term use of oral hormonal contraceptives, fine lines at the outer corners of eyes, a deep furrow between my eyebrows, and beginnings of sagging at my jawline and under the chin. I’ve been told I have younger-looking skin when it comes to wrinkles and firmness than other 40+ women, but not sure if it’s because I still get acne, am as oily as I was in my 20s and my plumpness stretching my skin.
For the duration of the trial, I stopped using anything with exfoliative qualities in my regular routine, like scrubs, acids, vitamin C, and retinol. I used a gentle cleanser morning and night, plus micellar water at the end of the day to take off makeup, sunblock during the day, and a light moisturising cream at night on top of the Prevage treatment.

Product:
The complete treatment comes in 4 vials, one for each week with increasing strength of exfoliation, and a dropper to use for all 4 vials. The idebenone powder is deposited in the solution when you press the button on the lid and the lid is replaced with the dropper. It instructs us to shake the bottle before every use to evenly disperse the idebenone in the solution. In my experience, one dropper-full of solution is more than enough to cover the whole face and there was a couple of days worth of solution still left behind after a week, but was not used because we had to move on to the next higher strength vial. It seemed a bit wasteful, especially for the retail price if I had bought it, and was really tempted to keep on using it past the week. I hadn’t thrown out any of the bottles and noticed no change in colour and wonder if it would still be effective to use.

First week:
I did not experience any stinging during the week. I felt some parts of my face were breaking out with more white and blackheads, but the rest of my face looked brighter and smoother at the end of the week. I’m not sure if this was a purging of deep-seated impurities that comes with exfoliating the top layers or if my skin was adjusting to quitting my usual regimen and adjusting to a new one. Could also be both.

Second week:
I did not experience any skin sensitivities with the increased strength of the next vial. I noticed my skin was less oily during the day and some tightness after cleansing. My skin seemed to have stopped breaking out, thankfully. I noticed my skin getting firmer and more glowy. The fine lines at the outer corners of my eyes are less noticeable when I’m not smiling.

Third week:
Still no stinging when I apply the stronger vial of acid. This week has been very hot and humid. I noticed my face would get more red under the sun, despite my regular use of my usual SPF30 sunblock. It would also get red easier when I workout or the day I had a few alcoholic drinks. Face sweat made my skin feel prickly. I kept on with the treatment because my skin was looking better when it was not red, like if I was in an air conditioned room. I alleviated the redness and prickly sensation with spraying my face with Avene thermal water often to cool down.

Fourth week:
Work friends noticed I seemed glowing, like I had a holiday (I wish)! Redness not so bad as last week. I can get by not using my regular liquid foundation and just dabbing some powder to take out the shine from my sunblock. Can barely see my fine lines in the outer corners of my eyes. The deep furrow between my brows is still there but looked like it shortened in length. Small pores have disappeared, the mini-craters from past acne lesions were still there. There was a significant firmness in my jawline and under the chin. Post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation and melasma have visibly lightened. The only problem during my “after treatment photo” was that I was having another bout of tiny breakouts that I usually get a few days before my menstrual period.

Overall:
I am very satisfied with the treatment. I would recommend it to those who can afford it. I’m not sure if it’s recommended for younger people, but it seemed to control my oiliness and acne along with reducing lines and improving firmness and beightness. It was definitely worth the retail value. I would say the end effect was like having regular facials at the comfort of your home. I would love to repurchase, but it is very pricey. Probably if I had a windfall of money, like a good tax return, but otherwise can’t see how I could afford it regularly. That being said, I don’t know how long the effect will last once your done with the four weeks and how often in a year they would recommend repeating it. With the price, I’d probably use the whole bottle whether it took me past a week or not, before moving on to the next strength. If I had to do it again, I’d probably do it over the winter. The sun, heat and humidity made it very uncomfortable for me for a few days in the treatment.
I would like to thank beautyheaven and Elizabeth Arden for the chance to trial this treatment because it was so amazing.

The Elizabeth Arden Presage Progressive Renewal Treatment Trial was such a great trial for me as I haven't previously used peels in the past. The packaging is inviting and I loved how each week was separated in the box. The instructions for usage were easy to follow and there was more than enough product in each weeks bottle which allowed you to liberally apply it.

After the first few days of use I could feel the immediate results. My skin felt softer, cleaner, clearer. I enjoyed that you move on week by week and it made it feel exciting to move on to the next stage. Week 2 & 3, my skin definitely remained clear, clean, soft and radiant. I found myself noticing that it was as though layers of my skin had been removed in a gentle way and made me feel less of a need to wear makeup.

Week 4 and my skin is feeling amazing. I can notice the visible results from this trial, my skin is best described as looking fresh, feeling soft, smooth and as though my skin has returned to a base. Coverup does not feel as necessary as it did 4 weeks ago and I am definitely using less makeup. I would recommend this product! It has made me feel as though it is anti ageing for all of the reasons I mentioned.

The Elizabeth Arden Prevage Progressive Renewal Treatment product was delivered in a very stylish silver box which contained four small ampoules with caps containing Idebenone. The top of the cap is pressed to release the contents into the ampoule. A dropper is provided to measure the product to apply over the face, neck and decolletage. The ampoules are numbered Stage 1 to 4 and a card is included with instructions. A web address is also provided for any further instructions. The entire process is very simple and straight forward. Once the cap is depressed to release the ingredients in the top the bottle must be shaken sufficiently to blend the ingredients.

When I started with Stage 1 I found the product very sticky to apply to my cleansed face but this could be because my skin really needed exfoliating and the product 'got stuck' in the dead skin cells. My face also went quite red but without any real discomfort. This redness subsided once I applied some serum and night moisturiser after the recommended 20 minute wait after first applying the product. In the morning I washed off the products just using cold water and a washer and could immediately see a difference even after day 1. I was very impressed.

Applying the product for the recommended 7 days for Stage 1 my skin was very visibly improving in texture and smoothness and the fine lines which were still evident were very easily covered with make up. Using the product every night was not a problem but always making sure my skin was clean prior to use.

Continuing with Stages 2, 3 and 4 was the same process. Depress the cap to release the contents into the ampoule. Replace cap with dropper to measure the product and spread over the required areas. Always remember to shake the bottle prior to use. At Stage 3 I again experienced some mild redness but this subsided with the use of serum and moisturiser. I also experienced minor eye irritation if I had the product too close to my eye area but this was relieved almost immediately by using a wet washer and dabbing the eye area.

By Stage 3 the texture of my skin was as smooth as a sheet of glass, without any roughness at all and feeling oh so beautiful. Sadly the lines are still visible, but now so easy to cover with make up without the make up settling in the actual lines.

There is certainly enough product in the small ampoule to very generously cover the face, neck and decolletage areas generously over each 7 day period so no need to skimp when applying the product. I used the dropper to drop the product directly onto my forehead, nose, cheeks and chin as well as the neck area and spread it with my fingers and found this worked very efficiently without any wastage.

Each ampoule still has a lot of product left after the four weeks of use and I will restart the process again after the recommended 3 month period, unless my skin becomes evidently sad and needs another kick start. During the use of this product it is recommended not to use other exfoliants and I feel that there is also no need as this product has worked very well.

How lucky to be on the trial team for Elizabeth Arden PREVAGE® Progressive Renewal Treatment, a 4 week programme to renew and revitalise the skin. In the box, you get 4 bottles, each one to be used at night time for one week. You press down the stopper, and the mixture goes from clear to the yellow colour we associate with Prevage, which is the Idebenone.

I used a dropper full each night for one week, then moved onto the next bottle. Apply to a freshly cleansed skin, pat in, and then leave on 20 minutes before applying the rest of your skincare. Do not use any toners or exfoliating products as these affect the PH of the skin. I found it a little hard to not use these products, as I absolutely love toner, it makes my serum soak in so much better, and exfoliators are fabulous for making my skin feel clean, radiant, rid of dead skin and smoother.

In week one, I did not notice any differences, my skin was not irritated and the solution was light, soaked in well, and felt comfortable on the skin.

In week two, I still did not notice any real changes, except to say my skin looked a little brighter and clear. Only subtle though.

In week three, my skin did look a little clearer, and my pimple scars seemed to be healing well. They were not as red and when I used all my concealer and foundation, they were hardly visible.

By the end of week four, my skin was a little clearer and smoother, My pimple scars had reduced. My lines and wrinkles and the one age spot I have, sadly were all still there and they were not any less noticeable.

I certainly would use this 4 week treatment again, maybe some skins will benefit from a coupe of uses.

Overall, the product was easy to use, did not irritate my skin and felt very nice and calm on the skin.

I’m so disappointed with the results of the Elizabeth Arden Prevage Progressive Renewal Treatment. When I received the trial invitation I was so excited, I’m in my late 30s and have fine lines and a deep wrinkle getting worse by the day and the idea that this would help turn back the clock was amazing, plus it’s made for those of us with sensitive skin.

Each week you open a new ampule of increasing % of Hydroxy Acids from 7% and finishing on 12%. There is no fragrance. You simply push the yellow tab down to release shake gently and apply a full dropper to freshly cleansed skin. The first day of each week I felt a slight tingle but that passed in about one minute.

After the first week I noticed that my pores appeared smaller, my skin was much softer and slightly smoother.
After the second week there were no more changes. Skin still soft, pores smaller.
Week three and there was still no change.
I’ve just finished week four and honestly there is no visible difference to my skin at all.

I have the same results using my usual skincare routine so I wouldn’t be purchasing this for myself.

I was so excited to receive this and I've enjoyed using it because there's something very luxurious about it that made me feel special!

The treatment comes in a box with four little serums, and you press the cap when you open each one to mix the fluids. Each bottle should last a week.

Week 1: Within three days, my skin was visibly brighter, smoother and more awake-looking. I loved how my skin looked and felt during this period.

Week 2: My skin became parched and papery (noting that I have dry skin to start with). I also found that I needed to douse my face in oil after use to help with the dryness, but my skin still felt and looked older during this period (my fine lines and wrinkles were more pronounced).

Week 3: Happily my skin readjusted and I got on a lot better with this stage of the treatment. My face felt/looked less dry and thin, and I didn't need to coat my face in oil. During this week, a few blemishes came to the surface (so I'm glad those are out of the way ; )) and my fine lines/wrinkles looked the same as they did before week two. My face also felt smoother during this week.

Week 4: My skin clarity improved and my skintone now looks more even. It also looks brighter and healthier. There's no noticeable change to my skin texture though (ie, pores, fine lines and wrinkles).

Overall I think this is a good treatment, but to be honest, I've used various AHA treatments/peels etc that are just as effective as this one (some even more so), and they cost a fraction of the price so I wouldn't buy this for myself. Still, I think it's a good product and it's easy to use, so if you want to splurge on something luxurious, this may suit you and it does a decent job.

Firstly thank you for the opportunity to review.

This progressive renewal treatment certainly felt indulgent. Stunning packaging that leaves no doubt that you are about to embark on something special. I was excited!

Upon opening you will be treated with 4 small bottles... one for each progressive week and a dropper for application. The aim of this being a step up each week in the concentration of product (Hydroxy Acids).

I applied this product nightly after my normal skin cleansing routine.

Upon initial application (Day1) I experience a slight tingling - not unpleasant but a little unexpected. My skin didn't redden just tingle. Product smelt nice and soaked into skin easily.

I started the program with hormonal blemishes on my chin. Week 1 it didn’t appear to make much of a difference. However week 2 - it irritated my skin and I discontinued using product just on my blemish area (chin). Unfortunately I didn’t experience any dramatic change in wrinkle appearance during this time.

Week 4 final step up week – again tingling upon application. Product definitely felt ‘heavier’ on my skin.. but again not in an unpleasant way. Perhaps its doing is job… I do feel that my skin tone is smoother and more even looking. I have 3 more days of product remaining but feel that overall the biggest benefit I have had is a skin tone that is more even.

It is definitely a more subtle way of resurfacing as opposed to a procedure at a beautician.

I recently tried this product as part of a trial team, and must say I am super impressed with the results. The product consists of four small bottles, and you use bottles 1 through to 4 over four weeks. I loved the premium packaging and the little glass bottles, complete with the pipette. Having to mix each bottle prior to use, I presume to combine the active ingredients, was all part of the fun of this product, and really added to the experience.

After the first few days, my skin seemed to glow more and look more hydrated. Over the following days and weeks it improved even more, and the end result is actually amazing, with my skin looking more hydrated and radiant than it has in years. Even fine lines have been reduced, and uneven tones diminished.

I found the product super easy to incorporate into my normal routine, simply using it after cleansing in the evening, and washing my face in the morning.

All in all very happy with the results and would recommend this product very highly.

I was lucky enough to select this great trial. This is the best trail I ever got from BH so far.
This is the first time I use this Elizabeth Arden brand. I have combination skin on my face. But mostly dry skin. I have some acne in my chin area. Really hard to get rid of it.
I am really impressed with the result after using this PREVAGE® Progressive Renewal Treatment.
I found the great results to me almost immediately after using the first phase, Noticed my skin looks radiant it does look more even-toned. My pigmentation, acne scars which annoys me so much, is definitely lessening in its appearance. I can still see it but it tends to blend in more with the rest of my skin. I also find it plumps out my skin. But after just two weeks I was really surprised about the result. I can also see a big difference on my pores, fine lines have reduced especially on my nose area, my skin is noticeably more even-toned. Over a month of usage, these results have been sustained, making me look more refreshed, smooth the texture of my skin is looking better, less damaged and fine lines aren’t as noticeable. Skin appears more supple, healthy and is so soft.
This PREVAGE® Progressive Renewal Treatment comes in a beautiful silver colour box. There were a large print brochure and a very very small print instruction brochure in several languages. The box also contained a dropper and four small bottles. Which are clearly mentioned 1 to 4. Inside the bottle, you can see clear watery liquid. We need to depressed top to release Idebenone into the bottle and shake the bottle which changed the color of the solution. Then need to take off the lid and inserted the dropper and filled it as instructed. Firstly I thought I should keep the dropper separately from the bottle. But after 2 days I realized it was perfectly fit to the bottle. You can remove the bottle cap and replace the dropper instead of a cap. I noticed all 4 phases have the same light floral smell and same orange colour. But phase 4 liquid feels quite different. It was quite watery than the other phases.
I follow steps 1 – 4 every night after cleansing my skin. I use a non-exfoliating gentle cleanser. It was fun to release Idebenone and watch how it's mixing with the liquid. After cleansing my face I only apply this product. I feel it gives me good hydration until morning. As my night time routine very simple I didn't use any other product at night along with the trial. I use full dropper each time for the first phase.I did find this product a bit sticky when i applied, especially on the first day. But eventually, i felt it less sticky when it comes to other phases. But noticed 1/2 of the serum left on the bottle end of the first week. Then I applied 2 full droppers for phase 2 and 3.It seems more absorbing to the skin than the first day. But after starting stage 2 and 3 my both eyes felt itchy and noticed one eye corner became red. I used eye drop to get relief of redness of the eye. It helped me to reduce redness of the eye but itchiness didn't go away. Don't know if this because of the preverage or environmental factor. Not sure i am using too much serum on my face caused this. So I decided to use only one dropper for phase 4 as directed.I am glad finally I got relief of itchy eyes. Also, I had some experience of sunburns around my nose area during this trial. But it didn't stay long. I did not have any other sensitivity or adverse reactions to this serum. Finally, my skin looked smoother, brighter, younger-looking and lifted all over.
I would highly recommend this product for anyone who needs to reveal a smoother, brighter, younger-looking skin.