I believe in the old saying (pun intended) that you’re only as young as you feel. But I’m in a season of my life where having an effective skincare routine is key to keeping me looking as young as I feel.
Over the years, I’ve tried many different brands but I’ve now narrowed it down to my two top contenders. In one corner, I have the custom anti-aging skincare service from Agency, and in the other, the anti-aging regimen from Rodan + Fields. Here’s how they compare (plus, which one I’m going to stick with!).
If you want prescription-strength active ingredients….Agency
Both Agency and Rodan + Fields offer potent ingredients for anti-aging benefits. However, Agency takes it a step further with their Future Formula, a customized combination of prescription & active ingredients based on your skincare needs. Agency connects you with a dermatology provider who’ll become an expert on your unique skin and incorporate the right ingredients at the right strength for you.
Every ingredient is clinically proven to effectively treat and prevent signs of aging, heal hyperpigmentation, and strengthen skin’s protective moisture barrier at a higher efficacy level than over-the-counter alternatives. My formula is personalized to target acne and clogged pores and includes .015% Tretinoin, which is up to 20x stronger than over-the-counter retinol, 5% Azelaic acid, 5% Tranexamic acid, and 4% Niacinamide.
If you need a budget-friendlier skincare subscription plan….Agency
Not only does Agency have a competitive edge with its free 30-day trial – where you only cover shipping at $4.95 – but after that, you get your customized Future Formula every two months for $80, which includes shipping. For just $28 more, you’ll receive the Cloud Care Duo, which includes a cleanser & moisturizer. So, you can get an entire skincare regimen with Agency for $108 every two months.
They also offer a 90-day money-back guarantee for a complete refund on their subscription plan.
That is much more cost-effective than the Rodan + Fields REDEFINE Regimen at $235 (or $209 with their membership) shipped every two months and a 60-day money-back guarantee.
If you’d prefer to have multiple choices for different skincare products…Rodan + Fields
Agency’s subscription plan is a simple yet effective 3-step system with a gentle Cream Oil Cleanser, the personalized Future Formula, and their weightless Whipped Moisturizer. Personally, I enjoy these formulas, but I know not everyone’s a fan of oil cleansers or lightweight creams.
For Rodan + Fields’ REDEFINE Regimen, you can choose between a clay or foaming cleanser, a pore-refining toner, a medium or lightweight cream with SPF 30, and an overnight rich restorative cream or a lighter potent reparative lotion.
If you’re looking for a custom formula that will evolve with you…Agency
I’m loving the results I’m seeing with my Agency routine now, but I’m most excited about the fact that my licensed dermatology provider at Agency will continue to check in with me and adjust my formula accordingly. Trying to find the right skincare regimen for your evolving skincare needs can be challenging and time-consuming, but Agency takes the guesswork out of it and makes it easy to achieve my skin goals.
The winner….Agency
Agency is the clear winner for me. I’m a busy mom and digital business owner, so my goal was to find the simplest yet most effective skincare subscription plan. Agency helped me accomplish that, all within an easy and affordable budget that fit my lifestyle and skincare goals.
Since I’ve started using Agency’s simple 3-step system, my skin is looking noticeably more refreshed and plump. Best of all, I know that my Future Formula will be adapted over time, so my routine will keep being effective without me having to think about it.
Now I’m looking toward the future with Agency, and I highly recommend you do, too.