The ABCs of Healthy Skin: Three Products Every Routine Needs

When it comes to skincare, it's easy to feel overwhelmed by countless products, trending ingredients, and complicated routines. The truth is, achieving healthier, brighter skin doesn't have to be complicated.

This August at Plastic Surgery Associates of South Dakota, we're making it easy to build a routine that works with our ABCs of Skincare promotion.

August Special:
Save 20% when you purchase all three skincare essentials:

• A = Vitamin A (Retinol)
• B = Broad-Spectrum SPF
• C = Vitamin C Serum

The best part? You can mix and match products from any of the professional skincare brands we carry to create the routine that's right for your skin.

A is for Vitamin A (Retinol)

If there were one ingredient dermatologists and skincare professionals recommend time and time again, it would be retinol.

Vitamin A helps your skin renew itself by increasing cell turnover, leading to smoother texture, fewer breakouts, and a more youthful appearance over time.

Benefits of retinol include:

• Softening fine lines and wrinkles
• Improving skin texture
• Brightening uneven skin tone
• Reducing acne and congestion
• Stimulating collagen production

Retinol is typically applied at night since it can increase your skin's sensitivity to sunlight. Our providers can help determine the right strength and formula for your skin type, whether you're just getting started or ready for a more advanced option.

B is for Broad-Spectrum SPF

If you're investing in professional skincare or cosmetic treatments, sunscreen is the most important step in protecting your results.

Daily sunscreen helps defend your skin against harmful UVA and UVB rays that contribute to:

• Premature aging
• Sunspots and discoloration
• Fine lines and wrinkles
• Collagen breakdown
• Skin cancer

Even on cloudy days or while driving, UV exposure adds up over time.

A broad-spectrum SPF of 30 or higher should be worn every single day as the final step in your morning skincare routine.

At Plastic Surgery Associates, we carry tinted, mineral, and lightweight sunscreen options that make daily protection easy—without feeling greasy or heavy.

C is for Vitamin C

Think of Vitamin C as your skin's daily defense system.

This powerful antioxidant helps protect against environmental damage caused by pollution and free radicals while brightening and improving overall skin tone.

Benefits of Vitamin C include:

• Brightening dull skin
• Fading dark spots
• Evening skin tone
• Supporting collagen production
• Enhancing your sunscreen's protection against environmental stressors

Applied each morning before your moisturizer and sunscreen, Vitamin C helps your skin stay healthier and more radiant year-round.

Why These Three Work Better Together

While each ingredient delivers impressive benefits on its own, they're even more effective when used together.

Morning Routine
✔ Vitamin C Serum
✔ Moisturizer (if needed)
✔ Broad-Spectrum SPF

Evening Routine
✔ Cleanser
✔ Retinol
✔ Moisturizer

This simple routine helps protect your skin during the day while encouraging healthy skin renewal overnight.

Mix, Match & Save This August

Whether you're loyal to Revision Skincare, SkinBetter Science, Alastin Skincare, Obagi, or another professional line we carry, you can create your own customized combination.

Simply purchase:

• One Vitamin A (Retinol)
• One Broad-Spectrum SPF
• One Vitamin C Serum

…and you'll save 20% on all three products throughout August!

Not sure which products are right for your skin?

Our knowledgeable skincare team is happy to recommend a personalized routine based on your skin type, concerns, and goals.

Build Your Best Skin Routine Today

Healthy, glowing skin starts with a strong foundation. If you've been looking to simplify your skincare routine while investing in products that truly make a difference, there's no better time than now.

Visit Plastic Surgery Associates of South Dakota this August to shop our ABCs of Skincare promotion and let us help you find the perfect Vitamin A, Broad-Spectrum SPF, and Vitamin C serum for your skin.

Your healthiest skin starts with the ABCs.