CAN YOU REALLY HAVE SKIN SO GOOD YOU WON’T WANT TO WEAR MAKEUP?

The right ingredients, products, and tools can truly work wonders for your skin. Nurse Erin shares her simple skincare tips to help you achieve an even complexion—no foundation needed.

Strengthen Your Skin

“Consistency in your skincare routine and preventing damage are key, but collagen-boosting ingredients are also essential for healthy, radiant skin,” says Nurse Erin. “Look for products that promote the body’s natural collagen production—this protein is what keeps skin firm and structured.” Collagen naturally starts to decline in our late twenties, so it’s never too early to begin supporting this vital skin component. “Proven ingredients like vitamin C, retinol, LED light therapy, and peptides can significantly enhance your skincare routine and deliver real, noticeable results.”

Consistency is Key

When it comes to skincare, consistency truly makes a difference. “To see real results, it’s important to use your products regularly,” says Nurse Erin. “You’ll get the best outcomes from a few multitasking products that treat multiple layers of your skin and minimize irritation, as long as you apply them daily.” One daily must-have, according to Nurse Erin, is sunscreen. “The sun is the number-one cause of premature aging, leading to issues like fine lines, wrinkles, dullness, chronic dryness, excess oil, and a weakened moisture barrier,” she explains. “Using sunscreen and antioxidants daily is essential not just for treating, but for preventing these aging signs.” She recommends a minimum SPF30, either in a chemical or mineral formula, such as her go-to, the Alastin HydraTint Pro Mineral Broad Spectrum Sunscreen SPF 36.

Consider Your Application

After cleansing, it’s important to make sure your skin is fully dry before applying serums and moisturizers. “Products are formulated to be most effective on clean, dry skin,” explains Nurse Erin. “When your skin is damp, water can interfere with how well the ingredients penetrate, and it may even dilute their effectiveness.” For the best results, she also recommends applying products in order of their texture, starting with the thinnest and working your way up to the thickest. This helps maximize absorption and ensures each product performs as it should.

Book a Professional Peel

“Almost everyone can benefit from a professional chemical peel on a regular basis,” says Nurse Erin. “They complement your at-home skincare routine and offer numerous benefits, like smoother, brighter skin, improved collagen production, and clearer pores.” To avoid anything too intense, she recommends opting for a multi-acid peel that doesn’t require any downtime. After your treatment, use a gentle moisturizer, like the IS Clinical Sheald Recovery Balm,  to maintain the results. If you prefer a more gentle, consistent method, consider incorporating an at home treatment that you can use every other day, such as IS Clinical’s Active Peel Pads. “Recent studies show that these treatments not only enhance cell turnover but also increase procollagen levels over time, leading to firmer, smoother skin with continued use.”

Target Your Concerns

While following the basics of good skincare is essential, paying extra attention to your specific skin concerns can make a noticeable difference in achieving more even, calm, and clear skin.

For Redness… 

“Opt for soothing, barrier-repairing ingredients like niacinamide, peptides, ceramides, hyaluronic acid, and ectoin,” recommends Nurse Erin. “These ingredients help repair and strengthen the skin’s natural barrier. For a targeted solution, IS Clinical’s Pro-Heal Serum is a great option. It offers the right balance of potent ingredients to calm redness and support overall skin health, with a gentle formula for optimal results.”

For Breakouts…

“Red and blue LED light therapy are a powerhouse combination for treating and preventing breakouts,” says Nurse Erin. “Red light helps reduce redness and inflammation around the blemish, while blue light targets acne-causing bacteria and purifies the pores to keep future breakouts at bay.” For a powerful at-home treatment, Nurse Erin recommends IS Clinical’s Active Serum. It helps clear breakouts, reduce inflammation, and promote a smoother, clearer complexion with its combination of exfoliating and anti-inflammatory ingredients.

For Fine Lines…

“Retinol is clinically proven to accelerate cell turnover, stimulate collagen production, and smooth the appearance of lines and wrinkles,” explains Nurse Erin. “While it’s incredibly effective, retinol can also be irritating and drying, so it’s important to choose a formula that combines it with soothing ingredients for optimal results.” Nurse Erin recommends looking for a product like IS Clinical’s Retinol Emulsion, which offers the benefits of retinol alongside other calming actives to minimize irritation while enhancing skin texture.

For Anti-Aging…

“Vitamin C is a powerful ingredient when it comes to fighting signs of aging,” says Nurse Erin. “It not only helps target pigment-producing cells to brighten the skin, but it also stimulates collagen production, which contributes to firmer, healthier skin with fewer lines and wrinkles over time.” For a potent anti-aging solution, Nurse Erin recommends IS Clinical’s GeneXc Serum, which combines the benefits of vitamin C with other advanced actives to rejuvenate the skin, promoting a smoother, more youthful complexion.