Unfortunately yes you can !
There are a number of medical grade skincare brands that can be found selling online via various retailers because of lack in eCommerce regulations internationally.
This includes prescription only medical grade skincare, which is illegal to buy online in the UK, but not necessarily in other countries. In most cases we wouldn’t even know whether a particular skincare product is a prescription only product If it’s available to use through this channel.
Sometimes it felt that the product is just skincare so what harm could it do ? However would you buy your prescription only medicine online from an unvalidated source ?
Some well known brands that you can buy online unfortunately include popular brands such Obagi and Zo. These are highly active skincare lines and can harm you if used incorrectly especially if they are contraindicated in any way . The manufacturers of these products therefore always recommend buying from authorised and trained professional stockist however the online trade is hard to control given their popularity .
Medical grade skincare bought online comes with its risks and disadvantages. Remember these contain a higher concentration of active ingredients and have medicinal properties.
- Risk of side effects as medical grade skincare is more potent than your usual high street skincare and can harm your skin if not used correctly especially if you suffer from conditions such as eczema, psoriasis , hypersensitivity , pigmentation and rosacea.
- Risk of buying counterfeit products especially if the deal is too good … ask yourself why it’s cheaper to buy than from an authorised stockist who follow RRP dictated by the company.
- Risk of selecting the wrong products for yourself – which in turn increases risk of side effects, treatment failure and wastage as these purchases come with generic advice which may not necessarily fit your needs.
Remember it’s not just about the product or the ingredients- it’s about tailoring the product to your skin condition , skin type and being able the adjust your treatment plan according to response and managing any side effects … it’s all about the experience and the care …and the commitment to help you to achieve your best result … you cannot buy this online !
It’s the professional advice that comes with medical grade skincare that adds the most value to your skincare investment. Don’t settle for less just because it’s cheaper or because you feel you can manage on your own because it can’t be rocket science.