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Dermadoctor PHOTODYNAMIC therapy
What it is:A sunlight-activated lotion with antiaging properties and SPF 30 UV protection.What it is formulated to do:This day cream simulates the proven effects of light therapy. Its patent-pending, solar-powered technology transforms UV rays into visible red light waves, an energy source for skin that elicits antiaging effects.What it is formulated WITHOUT:- Synthetic Fragrances- Synthetic DyesWhat else you need to know:Light therapy has long been available as a treatment known to build collagen and elastin. However, it has traditionally required either a series of time-consuming doctor visits or costly at-home devices. This product simulates the benefits of light therapy in a convenient day cream.
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Review 1 for PHOTODYNAMIC therapy
AZFreckles
Location:Peoria, AZ
Skin Type:Combination
Surprised
-05.16.13
Quick Take: hydrating, moisturizing, wrinkle reduction
I was a little skeptical that anything could truly minimize my sunspots. I freckle easily and have an area by my hairline that has intense freckling due to sweat, hats, etc. While I didn't notice a whole lot of difference in my smaller freckles, the more freckled areas have become much less noticeable after 4 weeks. In addition, the wrinkles around my eyes are less obvious. Add the SPF 30 and the fact that it doesn't make me breakout (I'm actually seeing less breakouts) and I'm sold. I partner it with Lorac CC cream and despite the moisturizing components in both products I don't feel greasy.
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Review 2 for PHOTODYNAMIC therapy
DKSDC
Location:Washington DC
Skin Type:Normal
Age:45-54
Incredible product and amazing customer service
-05.15.13
Quick Take: hydrating, exfoliating, moisturizing, brightening
This is a fantastic product. I've used it for about three years now but recently switched to another retinol-based product for a few months. I liked the retinol, but somehow my skin just didn't feel as firm and bright as it did with the PhotoDynamic Therapy, so I switched back and the effect was almost immediate. My dewy, fresh, bright, firm skin was back! This is truly amazing stuff and I HIGHLY recommend it for everyday use. I also use it on the beach because I love, love, love the protection and what it does for my skin in the sun.
The real reason I was motivated to write today, however, was Sephora's insanely good customer service. Went to use the PD Therapy this morning and the pump just clicked, and nothing came out. Kept pumping - nothing. And I've only had this $85 product for about two weeks. Called customer service and their representative (Lauren) did EVERYTHING right: apologized, asked if I could return it to a store (I can't), immediately dispatched a new product and included a return shipping label for this defective product. So. Very. Good. This is how all vendors should handle their customers - Sephora, this experience has earned you a customer for life.
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Review 3 for PHOTODYNAMIC therapy
Great moisturizer!
-05.06.13
Quick Take: hydrating, moisturizing, spf, primer
I bought this product because I was looking for a moisturizer with SPF that wasn't super heavy and wouldn't cause me to break out. What I love most about this is that it's super light, so there's no greasy or oily feeling, and it dries on my skin very quickly (so I don't have to wait a long time to apply my makeup over it). Apparently, it's supposed to act as a substitute for "light therapy" treatments. I wasn't really sure what all that meant, but I do know that after using this product every morning for a couple weeks, my skin looks fantastic. Oh, also, not only does this moisturize and provide SPF 30, it also works as a primer for makeup, which is fantastic. It's pretty much just like a BB cream, only without the tint and it's seems less heavy. (When I went into Sephora, I was looking for a BB cream, but all the ones I tried seemed really thick and heavy on my skin.) I highly recommend this product!
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Review 4 for PHOTODYNAMIC therapy
not a fan
-04.29.13
Quick Take: sticky, thick
before I bought this product, I tried it on my hands to see how smooth and light it is and it nice until I tried it on my face. It didn't glide on my face as smoothly as I want it, I know it might be due to the SPF but I still want to find a nice lotion on my face that glides on nicely and isn't to thick. I will just continue using it until I finish it, would not buy again.
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Review 5 for PHOTODYNAMIC therapy
Questionable
-04.27.13
I have purchased Photodynamic several times. I know what the label says and it's all very impressive, but even though I keep purchasing it (it's expensive) I'm not sure it does what it says it does. There is not a whole lot in the small container and it goes quickly, especially since I apply it to my face, neck and hands. I would like to hear how other users like it.
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Review 6 for PHOTODYNAMIC therapy
lisamartini
So far so good
-04.26.13
I have never used this product before or even heard of it. I explained that I have oily skin and am in my late 20's and am concerned about aging. Plus I have super sensitive skin. The specialists recommended this product and already I am seeing a nicer glow to my skin. It doesn't feel dry or too oily. I am going to continue to use this product it's great!
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Review 7 for PHOTODYNAMIC therapy
Dermadoctor-Photodynamic Therapy
-03.31.13
Quick Take: fabulous, amazing
I love this product. When I started using this, my skin had sunspots, and with everyday use, it minimized the darkness of those spots. Truly amazing! And I love this product because of its high SPF 30, and I don't have to put extra sunblock. I've recommended this to my daughters and they love it.
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Review 8 for PHOTODYNAMIC therapy
Wishful Thinking for Sensitive skin...
-03.28.13
Quick Take: hydrating, moisturizing
I really wanted to love what this product could do to prevent aging on mid 20's skin. Added extra moister to my skin and was a great sun screen. Sadly it broke my sensitive skin out with the small bumps that never come to the surface. My Derma told me to stop using to prevent more from forming! I so wanted to love this product!
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Review 9 for PHOTODYNAMIC therapy
Super product
-02.10.13
Quick Take: hydrating, moisturizing
I've used this for over a year and while I can't be sure, I do think it's improved the texture of my skin. I wear SPF 30 every day, rain or shine, but am quite sensitive to many products. This one glides on effortlessly, leaves no trace, and has never irritated my skin. I usually layer it over Prevage serum.
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Review 10 for PHOTODYNAMIC therapy
A WINNER!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
-02.05.13
Quick Take: hydrating, moisturizing, collegen building, glowing, firming, dark spot eraser, wrinkle free
I used Ptr and Perricone before this... Dermadoctor blows it away! I have tried a lot of products in fact and this one has yielded the most dramatic results... my skin is smooth, glowing, younger looking... beautiful. I wish I had found this years ago. It is definately worth it to give it a try. My initial results started quickly.. I will not ever stop using it now. Dermadoctor delivers
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Review 11 for PHOTODYNAMIC therapy
Great concept
-01.30.13
All I can say is that I keep buying this product. I hope it's doing all it claims to do, I love the concept behind it. It's an expensive sunscreen , especially when I use it on my face, chest and hands. I like the ingredients as well.
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Review 12 for PHOTODYNAMIC therapy
caused breakouts
-01.21.13
Quick Take: hydrating, moisturizing
Many sunscreens make me break out, and that's exactly what happened after 2 days of using this product. It does look, feel, and smell like sunscreen. I wish it worked for me, the concept sounds so great.
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Review 13 for PHOTODYNAMIC therapy
Crazy for this product
-01.01.13
Quick Take: dermadoctor photodynamic therapy
Of all that I have tried, Dermadoctor is the very best. I have sensitive skin that burns very, very easily. I use this for my face and neck and no longer dread going out in the sun. Holds up great for daily pool exercise sessions! I truly recommend this product. Well worth the price!
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Review 14 for PHOTODYNAMIC therapy
Great product; surprisingly good!
-12.24.12
Quick Take: moisturizing
My mom and I both got a sample of this and she gave me hers when she bought the product. She also gave me a bit of hers for me to really try. I used it for three weeks and noticed a huge difference in my skin! People even made comments about how great my skin looked (and still do). I notice that my skin is clearer, even looking, pores are smaller, and my face always feels soft. It also seems to be holding on to makeup much better.
I ran out of the samples before getting more, and noticed the change back to my uneven-looking skin within a few days. I won't be switching away from the dermadoctor photodynamic therapy lotion again for a LONG time.
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Review 16 for PHOTODYNAMIC therapy
Nice but not worth the $$
-12.02.12
Quick Take: good for skin tone
I noticed a difference in my skin tone after the first use however, the product is not very moisturizing. I need at least two pumps to feel fully moisturized.
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Review 17 for PHOTODYNAMIC therapy
trisstan
this does not work
-11.27.12
after two months of daily use, there is no difference in fine lines, pore size, or pigmentation.
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Review 18 for PHOTODYNAMIC therapy
Review 19 for PHOTODYNAMIC therapy
I Live!
-11.17.12
Quick Take: phenomenal
I got this as a sample and when I tried it I got compliments on my skin right away. I loved that it was light and didn't leave the skin white and ashy looking and it's double duty with the changing of the light. AWESOME!
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