Aging comes with a slew of problems, from new aches and pains to forgetfulness and a slower metabolism. Unfortunately, some signs of aging are more noticeable than others. Skin care problems like wrinkles or age spots can be one of the first things people notice when they see you. They often betray your age—or make you look even older than you really are.
There are countless skincare treatments, products, and procedures available to help you rejuvenate your skin’s appearance and beauty. But not all of these services really work, and some can even be dangerous for your long-term skin health. So how can you choose the right treatment for your skin problems?
The U.S. Food & Drug Administration (FDA) takes the time to evaluate each product or procedure on the market to ensure it’s safe for long-term use and fulfills its promises. FDA approval is based objective data from controlled clinical studies, and the FDA regularly monitors new research to ensure each approved product continues to meet its strict requirements.
In this blog, we’ll explore 5 of the top-rated FDA-approved skincare treatments that can dramatically improve the appearance of your skin while keeping your skin healthy, bright, and youthful.
The Biggest Skin Care Concerns For Individuals Over 40
Skin is typically the first part of our bodies to show signs of aging. This often occurs as the basal cell layer of the epidermis, or the top layer of skin, starts to thin.
This thinning can cause the skin to crepe, wrinkle, and sag over time. The bags under the eyes become more prominent, the skin around the neck droops, and fine lines start to cut through high-traffic areas of the face.
Another problem many men and women experience is age spots. Pigment cells in the body, known as melanocytes, tend to increase in number and darkness. Areas exposed to the sun are more likely to develop age spots or liver spots.
Blood vessels in older, thinner skin are more at risk of breaking or bruising. In some individuals, they can even permanently widen. These form spider veins, which can be uncomfortable.
The good news is that, while we can’t stop our faces from aging, we can take steps to reduce or even reverse these skin care issues. Whether you’re struggling with fine lines, loss of volume, dark spots, or spider veins, several FDA-approved treatments can help you look more like your younger self again.
The Top Rated FDA Treatments For Aging Skin
Juvederm Voluma®
Juvederm Voluma®, a dermal filler approved by the FDA, is designed to add subtle volume to the cheeks and lips. Voluma uses hyaluronic acid, a polymeric diasaccharide found naturally in the body, to stimulate the production of collagen and elastin. This addresses the root cause of volume loss.
Juvederm was rated as the Number One Chosen Dermal Filler Brand according to a 2023 provider survey. A single treatment can provide natural-looking results that last up to 2 years.
Juvederm Vobella®
As the newest member of the Juvederm family, FDA-approved Vobella adds subtle, natural-looking volume to the lips. It’s also shown to smooth the appearance of vertical lip lines and wrinkles around the mouth.
Like Voluma, Vobella injections contain hyaluronic acid. The concentration of hyaluronic acid in Vobella is smaller than other dermal fillers, which adds subtle volume while gently smoothing lines around the mouth. Vobella injections have minimal side effects, and results can last from 6 months to a year.
HydraFacial
Since 2015, HydraFacial has smoothed and brightened hundreds of thousands of faces, gaining a massive worldwide following. In fact, statistics say one HydraFacial is performed worldwide every 15 seconds.
So why is this facial so popular? HydraFacial uses gentle exfoliation and resurfacing to break down the dull, dry, and damaged top layer of skin, revealing the healthy layer underneath. At the same time, Hydrafacial’s painless suction sucks out debris from pores, and its rich moisturizers nourishing skin for a dewy glow.
The treatment provides clearer, younger-looking skin with no discomfort or downtime in just 30 minutes. The results last as long as it takes before the new top layer of skin becomes dull, which is typically 4-6 weeks. We recommend scheduling regular HydraFacials to get the most from each treatment and continue to enjoy the benefits year-round.
Photorejuvenation (IPL)
Using Intense Pulsed Light (IPL), an FDA-approved phototherapy treatment, Photorejuvenation dramatically reduces the appearance of brown spots, broken capillaries, and sunspots. The process can treat a variety of conditions, such as acne and hirsutism, but it is also strongly recommended for the development of new age-related dark spots.
Unlike harsher chemical treatments, Photorejuvenation has little recovery time and few side effects, making it a popular option for anyone dreaming of clear skin. Results last up to a year, but you’ll likely need several treatments to achieve your desired results.
Photorejuvenation is most often used on the face, neck, shoulder, and back. The treatment can have some mild side effects, but you’ll be able to return to your normal activities immediately.
Sclerotherapy
This treatment may sound intimidating, but it’s pain-free and ideal for anyone struggling with spider veins. Sclerotherapy is an injection of an FDA-approved medication that improves the appearance of varicose and spider veins in the legs.
The chemical solution used for sclerotherapy works by irritating the damaged blood vessel, causing it to expand, stick together, and scar. This closes off the vessel and dramatically reduces its outward appearance. The treatment takes between 30 and 45 minutes, and one treatment will provide permanent results.
Don’t Let Aging Keep You From Looking & Feeling Beautiful
Aging comes with a number of problems, but its impact on your skin can be especially frustrating. Whether you’ve taken care of your skin for years or haven’t thought about skincare until wrinkles started to pop up, you deserve to have healthy, youthful-looking skin.
These 5 FDA-approved treatment options can help you fight back against aging, reduce signs of aging, and get your confidence back. Because they have gone through vigorous safety testing, you can have peace of mind knowing you’re keeping your skin healthy while letting your natural beauty shine through.
If you’re fed up with skin problems, The Resurge Clinic is here to help. We offer a variety of science-backed treatments, medical-grade skincare products, and peptide supplements to improve your health from the inside out.
Click the button below or give us a call to get started. During your initial consultation, we’ll take the time to get to know your skin concerns and create a personalized treatment plan to restore your beauty, health, and confidence.
