Conversations about menopause are so “hot” right now—pun intended! Many of the hormonal changes that occur during this natural phase of life can lead to unpleasant or uncomfortable symptoms, and I’m glad people are finally ready to talk about them.
And it’s not just hot flashes! As a postmenopausal woman myself, I’ve definitely experienced some of these changes myself, especially with my skin. In this season of life, I’m contending with fine lines and wrinkles, moisture loss, dark spots, and hyperpigmentation.
Both the PROVEN Personalized 3-Step System and the Rodan + Fields Redefine skincare line were created to address these concerns, but does one do it better than the other? I’ll be the judge of that.
For the Most Personalized Skincare Experience… PROVEN
BEFORE | AFTER - individual results may vary
As a skincare enthusiast, I’ve found that “one-size-fits-all” is rarely true. We’re all unique individuals, and our skin is constantly changing. I love that my PROVEN subscription provides me with customized, clinically-effective skincare formulated to meet my skin’s needs today and down the road. If my needs change, my formula can change, too. It’s not a static experience at all!
I’ve been using my PROVEN routine for a few weeks now, and I can already see an improvement: my fine lines aren’t as noticeable, and my dark spots are fading faster than they ever have. Overall, my skin feels less textured and more hydrated—especially first thing in the morning.
PROVEN’s Skin Genome ProjectTM is the largest skin database in the world, using the wisdom of 4,000 scientific papers and 20 million consumer reviews to understand what works for me. It’s also dermatologist tested and approved.
Rodan + Fields Redefine products state that they are “suitable for all skin types,” but I found it to be restrictive when it comes to my personal aging skin concerns.
For Those Who Love a Good Toner… Rodan + Fields
For a long time, the classic skincare routine consisted of a cleansing step, a toning step, and a moisturizer. If you’re the type of person who likes to stick to that formula, Rodan + Fields Redefine might really appeal to you.
It’s worth noting that as skincare advances and more and more products are formulated at a skin-friendly pH, the skin-balancing toner step does become a little less important. In fact, PROVEN’s cleanser combines the exfoliation and toning step all-in-one. But I definitely know old habits die hard, and a multistep skincare routine can be really soothing.
For Clean, Effective Skincare… PROVEN
As a menopause health coach, I have a real passion for finding products that are not only effective, but also safe, clean, and non-toxic. Every science-backed formula with PROVEN is free of phthalates, parabens, SLS, formaldehyde, oxybenzone, oxtinoxate, and other potentially harmful ingredients.
PROVEN has banned over 2,800 ingredients from their products. Every ingredient PROVEN selects is scientific, clean and specifically effective in prolonging the health of my skin. My skin feels softer, smoother, and brighter while using this regimen.
Rodan + Fields Redefine contains some chemicals that rate high for immunotoxicity, such as parfum/fragrance. My research has led me to discover that fragrance mixes have been associated with allergies, dermatitis, respiratory distress and potential effects on the reproductive system. That is not something I’d want on my skin.
For the Most Cost-Effective Choice… PROVEN
The PROVEN 3-step routine costs $129.99 for a subscription and $169.99 for one-time purchase; but for a limited time, you can apply code MSA99 at checkout to get your first personalized 3-Step System for $99 (up to 50% off). Rodan + Fields REDEFINE, on the other hand, costs $235 for the 4-step kit, but you can save about $20 if you’re enrolled in their PC Perks program. Obviously neither of these systems are cheap, but PROVEN is a significant cost savings!
And The Winner Is… PROVEN!
This one was easy for me! Having a product that is science-backed, effective, clean, non-toxic, easy to use, affordable, AND personalized for my skin is really a no-brainer!
All that, plus the PROVEN Personalized Subscription will provide formula adaptations for me as needed? Sign me up! Don't forget to apply code MSA99 at checkout to save big on your first personalized 3-Step System!
