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www.ascpskincare.com 49 AT-HOME DNA TESTING DNA testing used to be something just for criminal databases and research labs, but not anymore. Science has made testing your genetic makeup easily accessible— and the information obtained even more critical, as you can now learn more about your health and wellness at a cellular level. Findings include genetic predispositions and avoidable conditions. Products entering the market include at-home DNA kits tailored to analyze skin care issues. One product, HomeDNA, available at CVS for $25, says it "examines 28 genetic markers in seven categories associated with skin aging, from collagen quality to pigmentation and skin sensitivity, and, based on results and recommended ingredients, helps customers discover the most eff ective products and treatments to help promote healthier, younger-looking skin." Moreover, this revolutionary advancement holds a vital key to client satisfaction and results. How to get ready: Order a skin care DNA kit and try it out. Consider how you can incorporate these kits and their results into your practice and/or how you can discuss them with your clients. ACTIVATED ACTIVES Several years ago, we saw patented peptides fl ood the market, with the most notable ones including Matrixyl 3000, Argireline, and Palmitoyl Tripeptide-5. You can expect to see the next generation of skin care include a boost of already-patented peptides, making the actives supercharged. How to get ready: Make sure you understand how peptides work in the skin, and if you need a refresher, watch the ASCP webinar "Peptides and How They Work" (www.ascpskincare.com/members/ education/webinars/skin-physiology- ingredients/peptides-how-they-work) to learn all about them before the next generation hits the market. A VACCINE FOR ACNE A potential vaccine for acne vulgaris is also on the cusp of distribution. The vaccine targets the infl ammation-triggering toxin in acne called CAMP, or Christie- Atkins-Munch-Petersen factor. P. acne bacteria secretes CAMP.3 By applying specifi c antibodies (found in the vaccine), studies have shown that this toxin decreased and the infl ammation subsided. Touted to eff ectively wipe out tough cases of acne, this could mean big changes for acne clients—and the acne industry. How to get ready: Before you decide to ditch your extractor and take your acne facial off your menu, let's wait to see what the side eff ects are and how (and if ) it enters the market. HomeDNA kits tailored to analyze skin care issues are available at CVS for $25 You can expect to see the next generation of skin care include a boost of already-patented peptides, making the actives supercharged. 3 4 5