frequently asked questions
PREVAGE™ anti-aging treatment can be ordered through this website, which includes a special limited-time offer in connection with our TV presentation.
The aging process can be accelerated by environmental factors such as sun exposure. Researchers have studied how the formation of free radicals can set off a chain of events that can cause damage, resulting in premature aging of the skin. This biological chain reaction can result in the appearance of fine lines, wrinkles, loss of firmness, uneven skin tone and age spots.
Free radicals are highly reactive molecules that attack cells and damage collagen and elastin. They are triggered by pollution, sun, stress, smoke, and even your body's own processes. Free radicals are believed to be partly responsible for aging skin through a process called oxidation.

A free radical, known as the Reactive Oxygen Species, attacks another molecule and steals an electron from it, setting off a chain reaction of free radical damage to skin cells. An example of oxidation is how an apple turns brown when it is cut and exposed to oxygen in the air.
An antioxidant is a molecule that helps neutralize free radicals and protects skin by helping to block damaging reactions to skin cells.
PREVAGE™ is a treatment that does it all. It contains Idebenone, a highly effective antioxidant that alters the chain reaction that can result in visible signs of aging. PREVAGE™ also helps to re-energize skin, which results in a firmer, less lined, smoother look. Tests show PREVAGE™ helps to even skin tone, increase the look of firmness, reduce the appearance of lines and wrinkles and brighten the look of skin.
Idebenone is one of the most potent antioxidants available today. A new classification called Environmental Protection Factor (EPF) was developed to test the efficacy of antioxidants. The 5-part test showed how well an antioxidant will protect skin from premature cell death, changes in cell membranes, cytoplasm and mitochondria, and damage to DNA. The test also showed how well antioxidants help protect skin lipids from degradation by free radicals. Idebenone received an EPF 95, the highest rating of the six antioxidants tested.
PREVAGE™ contains Green Tea extract, another powerful antioxidant. In addition, advanced skin brightening technology helps to even out skin tone and minimize the appearance of discolorations and dark spots. An advanced polymer complex helps restore the skin's natural protective capabilities.
Test Usage
Skin reactions to PREVAGE™ anti-aging treatment, though rare, may be more likely to occur within the first several days of use or to persons that have sensitive skin, eczema or a history of allergies.  If you have sensitive skin, eczema or a history of allergies, you may want to consult with your physician before your first use of PREVAGE™.  Before beginning to use PREVAGE™ on a regular basis, apply a small amount of product (less than one pump) daily for at least three (3) days to a small area of skin on the forearm near the inner side of the elbow. If any itching, burning, redness, or swelling occurs during this trial period, wash the product off and discontinue use immediately. If no reactions occur, follow the Regular Usage instructions below. 

Regular Usage
If you have normal skin sensitivity, and no reactions were seen after following the “Test Usage instructions, begin using PREVAGE™ anti-aging treatment once a day for the first week and, if you have no skin reactions, twice a day from then on.  Push the pump down once or twice to dispense a pea size amount onto your fingers. Thoroughly massage onto cleansed face and neck before applying a moisturizer 1-2 times daily. Avoid contact with the eyes or area near the eyes. Discontinue use and consult a physician if irritation or rash appears. For best results, follow with a moisturizer with SPF.

If you have sensitive skin, eczema, or a history of allergies and have not experienced any reactions after following the “Test Usage instructions, begin using PREVAGE™ once a day for two weeks. If any itching, burning, redness, or swelling occurs at any time while using the product, wash the product off, discontinue use immediately, and consult a physician. If you have no skin reactions, use twice a day from then on.

Special Instructions
Skin reactions to PREVAGE™ anti-aging treatment may be more common in individuals who have recently undergone laser resurfacing, dermabrasion, medium to deep chemical peels, or any other aggressive skin therapies. If you have had any such treatments, you should wait 7 to 10 days before starting to use PREVAGE™ or consult your physician. If you are using retinoids or other skin affecting products dispensed by your physician, ask your physician about the appropriate use of these products in combination with PREVAGE™.
PREVAGE™ anti-aging treatment provides antioxidant protection against environmental assaults. It does not contain sunscreen. During the day, be sure to follow with a moisturizer with SPF.
PREVAGE™ anti-aging treatment is recommended by dermatologists for its ability to help reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles as well as helping to protect skin against future signs of aging. It has received extensive coverage in the press and broadcast media.
Yes, PREVAGE™ was tested on consumers for immediate results, and for results after 4 weeks and 8 weeks of use. In both tests, consumers saw a significant improvement in the appearance of their skin.
Skin aging is a dual process, with both genetic and environmental causes. The visible signs of aging are a loss of firmness and smoothness, the appearance of dark spots and discolorations, and the formation of lines and wrinkles. On a cellular level, metabolism decreases, causing cells to produce less of the essential proteins needed to maintain the skin's structure. DNA can be damaged, causing premature cell death or alterations in the ability of cells to produce needed components for healthy-looking skin.
Consumer Test: In a consumer test, the product being tested is given out to consumers for use over a certain period of time. This time period can range from 1 to 8 weeks. At the end of the time period, the consumers complete a questionnaire based on product attributes as well as their likes and dislikes of the product.

Clinical Test: The time period for a clinical test can range from one day to 6 months. Subjects undergoing the test will use the product just as consumers do in consumer tests, but its use is under direct supervision of a dermatologist or other doctor or scientist. For a clinical test, measurements and photographs are taken for moisturization, firmness, and many other attributes. The subjects' skin is also graded by expert graders during the test.
This anti-aging treatment is clinically proven to help protect and restore skin. It contains Idebenone, one of the most powerful and effective antioxidants on the market today. As with any new skincare technology, there may be a low incidence of people who experience a mild irritation or rash. If this occurs, please discontinue use and consult your physician.

If you've ever experienced sensitivity to a new product, you might want to perform a patch test first: Apply a small amount to your inner arm for three consecutive days.