5 Skincare Rules by Dr. Carl Truesdale

 

Rule 1: Cleanse With Purpose, Not Aggression

Most people either under cleanse or over strip their skin.

A proper cleanse should remove oil, sunscreen, pollution, and debris without disrupting the barrier. If you wear makeup or sunscreen, double cleansing at night is often beneficial.

The goal is balance.
Not squeaky clean. Not tight. Not irritated.

Healthy skin starts with a clean foundation.

Rule 2: Use Active Ingredients Strategically

Not everything needs to be used at once.

High performing skincare is about selecting the right actives for your skin goals:

• Antioxidants for protection
• Retinoids for renewal
• Pigment regulators for discoloration
• Peptides for support

More products does not equal better results.
The skin responds best to consistency and intelligent formulation.

This is why Artisa formulations are built around clinically supported concentrations, not marketing trends.

Rule 3: Protect the Barrier at All Costs

The skin barrier is everything.

When compromised, you see:

• Redness
• Sensitivity
• Breakouts
• Accelerated aging

Hydration is not optional. Ingredients such as ceramides, hyaluronic acid, and niacinamide help maintain integrity and resilience.

Dr. Truesdale often reminds patients:
If your barrier is inflamed, no anti aging product will perform the way it should.

Repair first. Then optimize.

Rule 4: Sun Protection Is Non Negotiable

If you are not wearing SPF daily, you are aging your skin faster than any treatment can correct.

UV exposure contributes to:

• Fine lines
• Pigmentation
• Collagen breakdown
• Loss of elasticity

Sunscreen is not seasonal. It is daily. Even the most advanced facial rejuvenation results require maintenance and protection.

Rule 5: Think Long Term, Not Quick Fix

Skincare is not about overnight miracles.

It is about cumulative improvement over months and years.

Dr. Truesdale approaches facial rejuvenation holistically. Surgical or non surgical, the goal is the same:
Natural. Balanced. Enduring.

Your skincare routine should support that philosophy.

Small daily habits compound into visible transformation.

Artisa was created to bridge the gap between clinical precision and everyday use. Each product is designed to support the skin structurally, not temporarily mask concerns.

Because great results are never accidental.
They are built.

Final Thought From Dr. Truesdale

“Healthy skin is not achieved through excess. It is achieved through discipline, protection, and intelligent care.”

If you follow these five rules consistently, your skin will reflect it.

And when your skin is healthy, everything else performs better.