|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
 |
|
| Author |
Message |
|
|
 |
Mon Nov 12, 2007 12:27 pm  |
| tsjmom wrote: |
I think I need help with CPs! I've been using since end of June and I've seen ZERO change in anything. What and when should I see some changes? I'm using regular CP serum, but I'm thinking of bumping up to Super CP. TIA  |
Hi tsjmom - What area are you trying to improve and did you take pictures before you began using CP's? I have been religiously using Super-GHK Serum every night for months now and have yet to see any sort of improvement around my eyes (or anywhere else on my face for that matter!). As others have already stated, it does take many months of consistent use before the average person sees any sort of positive change in their skin using CP's. So patience and persistence is the key, as is following your intuition and upgrading to a stronger CP when you feel your skin is ready. Dr. Pickart does say that as your skin barrier is repaired with regular use of CP's you will become less sensitive to the CP product you are using. This is why people should always start off with a weaker CP and then move up, as their skin barrier will have thickened sufficiently enough to tolerate the stronger products.
You may know this already, but I'll throw it out there again for good measure.  Other factors to consider when you are using CP's is to exfoliate your skin first, apply Emu, Squalane or Jojoba oil to push the CP's into the skin further, and take 1 Gram of MSM and 1 Gram of Vitamin C (preferably in powder form and 2 X a day for best results). I have also read on the Skinbiology site that Borage oil, Flaxseed oil and/or Primrose oil taken daily will expedient results as well.
Reading through Dr. Pickarts site again (  ), it would appear that the entire range of CP's may be required if you do not see any tightening of loose or sagging skin around the eyes with the milder products. Note that the site specifically says that it generally takes a solid year of regular use before you'll see any marked improvements around the eyes as this area is very difficult to treat. So do not become discouraged or baffled when other people tell you they have achieved fantastic improvements around their eyes or elsewhere on their face in 2-4 weeks!!! This is NOT the norm and is definitely the exception!
Here is a blurb from the Skinbiology site that indicates a product plan for treating the eye area. Just keep in mind that you may not need to use all of the products offered to achieve the results you want, and may be satisfied with one or two products in the CP range. I feel that 3 months is adequete time to determine if any CP is working at all and if you should upgrade to the next strength or continue with what you have. BTW - the site has other 'product plans' for other areas of your face and body -www.skinbiology.com
The skin around the eyes and on the eyelids is a difficult area to rebuild and must be done gradually.
1. Because this skin may be already badly damaged, start with a very light coating of Super GHK-Copper Cream, Super GHK-Copper Serum, or CP Night Eyes Premier, then gradually increase the amount applied with time. If you experience irritation, this means that too much copper peptide is passing through a very damaged skin barrier.
2. One approach is to use emu oil one night to replenish skin lipids, then Super GHK-Copper Cream or CP Night Eyes Premier every second night.
3. This also sometimes helps. Clean your eye area to remove make up, then rinse the skin with clear water. Apply the Super GHK-Copper or CP Night Eyes while the skin is still wet.
4. For some persons, Super GHK-Copper may be a better option as it is milder on damaged or sensitive skin.
5. As your skin barrier is repaired, you will become less sensitive to any applied material. With time, the skin around your eyes skin should tighten and firm.
6. Use a very mild makeup remover such as Liquid Gentle Clean.
7. When you can tolerate the first product, then move to the stronger products.
*Start with Super GHK-Copper (Cream or Serum)
*then CP Night Eyes Premier
*then CP Night Eyes Regular
*then CP Serum
*then Super CP Serum
*and finally Super Cop
*Rebuilding the skin around the eyes may take over a year.
8. If you experience excessive dryness, use a little less of the copper peptide products and cover them with a light amount of either Emu Oil for Skin Or Retinol/Squalane. |
_________________
Fair with mild rosascea & combination skin (dry with oily t-zone) |
|
|
|
| Fri Jul 25, 2025 5:04 pm |
If this is your first visit to the EDS Forums please take the time to register. Registration is required for you to post on the forums. Registration will also give you the ability to track messages of interest, send private messages to other users, participate in Gift Certificates draws and enjoy automatic discounts for shopping at our online store. Registration is free and takes just a few seconds to complete.
Click Here to join our community.
If you are already a registered member on the forums, please login to gain full access to the site. |
|
 |
|
|
|
