USAGE GUIDE
302 SERUM PLUS
For unresponsive, visibly aged skin where aged spots
are troublesome, 302 SERUM PLUS is your best choice.
ACTIVES: Introduction
Actives are over frequently applied. The visible result then tails off and becomes disappointing usually within a month for receptor driven actives like Vitamin C (C 12.5 DROPS / C 12.5 SERUM, C 25 DROPS / C 25 SERUM) or Vitamin A (A 0.5 DROPS / A 0.5 SERUM, A 1.0 DROPS / A 1.0 SERUM).
The 302 molecule found in 302 DROPS, 302 DROPS PLUS, 302 SERUM and 302 SERUM PLUS is not as unforgiving as Vitamins C and A and B from over frequent application. But.
It is important to observe and adjust your frequency of application to optimize response. This is very different from what other skincare providers advocate. We developed this approach with our own clinicians during the last two decades. We find the concept works and brings you, the end user, into being your own best coach. Observe and adjust.
Be especially observant for the first few applications of an active. If your skin seems to react in a noticeable way, such as feeling warm, becoming pink (but not inflamed) or just much brighter and more plump then you are going to want to apply that product less frequently. That is counter-intuitive but it will have a better visible outcome for you. Do not be surprised if a 1x per week application of a powerful metabolite works just fine.
The reverse is true. You may find an active does meh, very little, after a few applications. Your skin just does not respond. That active is just not going to work for you.
Note: if that unresponsiveness is true for all actives then it is your skin that needs analysis by a professional. CLICK HERE to find the 302 Skincare professional nearest you.
For an in-depth discussion of this application frequency phenomena visit the REFERENCE TOPICS and read through the REPAIR MODEL and the TRAINING MODEL. This will give you perspective on 302 Skincare’s approach which is to surprise the skin (pleasantly), not saturate it.
Think of your skin as a houseplant, avoid overwatering and overfeeding it for best results.
If you have ever tried a product that worked well for you in the first few weeks and then rapidly went downhill, the answer may be the over frequent application of that metabolite weakened your skin. Observe and adjust.
302 SERUM PLUS: Best Uses
VISIBLE AGING
- Apply 302 SERUM PLUS 3x per week, evenings.
- After two weeks you may add A 0.5 DROPS or A 0.5 SERUM 1x per week.
- Minimize other products, especially makeup and moisturizers, avoid sunblock chemistry. Use REVIVE as cleanser, alternate with other cleanser, like 302 CLEANSER. Use REVIVE as moisturizer, too, especially if skin is unstable.
For your skin if these conditions exist:
- Have not used exfoliating acids in 30 days
- Are benzoyl peroxide free for 30 days
- Not inflamed or visibly unstable
- Normal/dry
- Sensitive but not visibly unstable
- Light to average makeup usage
Not for your skin if these conditions exist:
- Heavy makeup usage
- Heavy moisturizer usage
- Exfoliating or using benzoyl peroxide
- Unusual oral medications causing skin instability (i.e. chemo, cortisones, thyroid meds) may reduce 302 SERUM PLUS activity or cause erratic skin behavior.
Recommended frequency of use:
- 3x per week (observe and adjust)
- Do not apply another active more than 1x per week while using 302 SERUM PLUS.
- After one month discontinue current active(s) regimen and allow skin to rest for 7-10 days before resuming. This will allow skin reactions further out to be fresh and not weakened by over frequent or prolonged application periods.
Cleanse:
(Note: two or three cleansers are recommended to be cycled through per week for best skin results)
- Any 302 Skincare Cleanser or FACE & BODY BAR
- REVIVE
Additional actives while using 302 SERUM PLUS:
- Do not introduce another active for 2 weeks.
- Do not apply a second active more often than 1x per week.
- You should NOT have a third active in play.
Additional leave-ons acceptable:
- CALMING MIST
- CALMING MIST recommended if two or more actives in play.
- REVIVE, anytime
- REMEDY (small pea sized amount for entire face)
- LIGHT MOISTURIZER or BALANCE MOISTURIZER (on Actives free days)
Avoid:
- Exfoliation
- Scrubs
- Heavy makeup
- Benzoyl Peroxide
USAGE GUIDE
302 SERUM PLUS
For unresponsive, visibly aged skin where aged spots are troublesome, 302 SERUM PLUS is your best choice.
ACTIVES: Introduction
Actives are over frequently applied. The visible result then tails off and becomes disappointing usually within a month for receptor driven actives like Vitamin C (C 12.5 DROPS / C 12.5 SERUM, C 25 DROPS / C 25 SERUM) or Vitamin A (A 0.5 DROPS / A 0.5 SERUM, A 1.0 DROPS / A 1.0 SERUM).
The 302 molecule found in 302 DROPS, 302 DROPS PLUS, 302 SERUM and 302 SERUM PLUS is not as unforgiving as Vitamins C and A and B from over frequent application. But.
It is important to observe and adjust your frequency of application to optimize response. This is very different from what other skincare providers advocate. We developed this approach with our own clinicians during the last two decades. We find the concept works and brings you, the end user, into being your own best coach. Observe and adjust.
Be especially observant for the first few applications of an active. If your skin seems to react in a noticeable way, such as feeling warm, becoming pink (but not inflamed) or just much brighter and more plump then you are going to want to apply that product less frequently. That is counter-intuitive but it will have a better visible outcome for you. Do not be surprised if a 1x per week application of a powerful metabolite works just fine.
The reverse is true. You may find an active does meh, very little, after a few applications. Your skin just does not respond. That active is just not going to work for you.
Note: if that unresponsiveness is true for all actives then it is your skin that needs analysis by a professional. CLICK HERE to find the 302 Skincare professional nearest you.
For an in-depth discussion of this application frequency phenomena visit the REFERENCE TOPICS and read through the REPAIR MODEL and the TRAINING MODEL. This will give you perspective on 302 Skincare’s approach which is to surprise the skin (pleasantly), not saturate it.
Think of your skin as a houseplant, avoid overwatering and overfeeding it for best results.
If you have ever tried a product that worked well for you in the first few weeks and then rapidly went downhill, the answer may be the over frequent application of that metabolite weakened your skin. Observe and adjust.
302 SERUM PLUS: Best Uses
VISIBLE AGING
- Apply 302 SERUM PLUS 3x per week, evenings.
- After two weeks you may add A 0.5 DROPS or A 0.5 SERUM 1x per week.
- Minimize other products, especially makeup and moisturizers, avoid sunblock chemistry. Use REVIVE as cleanser, alternate with other cleanser, like 302 CLEANSER. Use REVIVE as moisturizer, too, especially if skin is unstable.
For your skin if these conditions exist:
- Have not used exfoliating acids in 30 days
- Are benzoyl peroxide free for 30 days
- Not inflamed or visibly unstable
- Normal/dry
- Sensitive but not visibly unstable
- Light to average makeup usage
Not for your skin if these conditions exist:
- Heavy makeup usage
- Heavy moisturizer usage
- Exfoliating or using benzoyl peroxide
- Unusual oral medications causing skin instability (i.e. chemo, cortisones, thyroid meds) may reduce 302 SERUM PLUS activity or cause erratic skin behavior.
Recommended frequency of use:
- 3x per week (observe and adjust)
- Do not apply another active more than 1x per week while using 302 SERUM PLUS.
- After one month discontinue current active(s) regimen and allow skin to rest for 7-10 days before resuming. This will allow skin reactions further out to be fresh and not weakened by over frequent or prolonged application periods.
Cleanse:
(Note: two or three cleansers are recommended to be cycled through per week for best skin results)
- Any 302 Skincare Cleanser or FACE & BODY BAR
- REVIVE
Additional actives while using 302 SERUM PLUS:
- Do not introduce another active for 2 weeks.
- Do not apply a second active more often than 1x per week.
- You should NOT have a third active in play.
Additional leave-ons acceptable:
- CALMING MIST
- CALMING MIST recommended if two or more actives in play.
- REVIVE, anytime
- REMEDY (small pea sized amount for entire face)
- LIGHT MOISTURIZER or BALANCE MOISTURIZER (on Actives free days)
Avoid:
- Exfoliation
- Scrubs
- Heavy makeup
- Benzoyl Peroxide