Dr. Cussell discusses the philosophy behind using multiple active ingredients in skincare and the benefits of combining them in one bottle. He explains the process of compounding and formulating active ingredients and how they achieve different categories of action on the skin. The conversation also covers the importance of compliance in skincare and how a pleasure to use product can encourage regular use. 

As the founder of Rejuvenation Clinics Australia plus 45 years experience in medicine, the discussion covers the role of skincare in conjunction with aesthetic treatments and the impact of good skincare on treatment results. In this conversation, Dr Garry Cussell breaks down many ingredient myths and helps us understand the factors to consider when choosing products. He emphasises the role of growth factors, collagen, and protein in skincare, as well as the importance of sunscreen and exfoliation. Cussell also highlights the benefits of topical probiotics and different types of hyaluronic acid to protect the skin biome. 

Key Takeaways

• Using multiple active ingredients in skincare can be more beneficial as they work synergistically and can be combined in one bottle for easier use and compliance.
• Formulating active ingredients involves finding alternate forms of well-known ingredients that work just as well but can be combined without clashing.
• Encapsulation technology helps stabilise reactive ingredients and ensures slow release for better efficacy.
• Good skincare can enhance the results of aesthetic treatments and help maintain the improvements over time.
• Growth factors and collagen peptides are key ingredients in Rejuvaus skincare as they stimulate collagen production and support skin metabolism. 
• Comprehensive skincare should address multiple factors, including growth factors, collagen, protein, sunscreen, exfoliation, and hydration.
• Topical probiotics can help maintain a healthy skin microbiome.
• Different types of hyaluronic acid have varying molecular sizes and absorption capabilities.
• Physical sunblocks, such as zinc-based ones, provide better protection and do not require frequent reapplication.
• Using clean ingredients and natural preservatives can ensure the safety and efficacy of skincare products.

Chapters
00:00 Introduction and Philosophy of Using Multiple Active Ingredients
03:13 Formulating Active Ingredients for Different Categories of Action
06:08 The Importance of Compliance and Pleasure in Skincare
08:15 The Role of Encapsulation in Stabilizing and Enhancing Efficacy
12:52 Skincare in Conjunction with Aesthetic Treatments
33:13 Topical Probiotics and Hyaluronic Acid
35:52 The Importance of Sunscreen
42:44 Using Clean Ingredients
45:08 Recommended Products
48:01 Future Developments

Watch the full episode on Ageless By Rescu YouTube Channel here:
https://youtu.be/nt_JgwxNjbc