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TRNR Skin was cofounded by board-certified, Harvard-trained NYC dermatologist Dr. Ryan Turner, and the brand’s three-step debut collection has impressed us. The moisturizer is super-hydrating yet not thick or sticky. It contains ceramides derived from jojoba oil and rice bran, to repair the skin barrier, plus squalane, to promote moisture. The prebiotics work to promote a healthy skin microbiome—a must during harsh winter weather.
Dr. Turner says that depending on your skin type, it can be used as a replacement for a traditional moisturizer, or it can be blended with a richer formula to amplify its moisturizing benefits. "If you’re a truly low-maintenance skincare user, you can use it to replace your entire daily routine save for SPF, but I’d recommend sticking to the incorporation of dedicated antioxidants, retinols and occasional chemical exfoliants."
“Puffiness under the eyes caused by variation in fluid retention and lymphatic flow is also a reason to choose a dedicated eye cream that contains things like caffeine or potent antioxidants like arnica or vitamin C,” board-certified dermatologist and TRNR Skin co-founder Ryan Turner tells Bazaar. “Treatment of dark circles is challenging, so look for dedicated active ingredients that focus on hyperpigmentation or fragile blood vessels.”
Featured Product: TRNR Skin Glycolic Gel To Foam Cleanser
The secret to this cleanser's glow-boosting magic? Glycolic acid, a derm-favorite AHA that dissolves dead skin cells to reveal a brighter, smoother complexion. I personally like to wash with it in the morning (and then apply my antioxidant serum and moisturizer with SPF) to give my skin a nice little glow to start the day. But if you're using it at night, I recommend starting with a cleansing oil or balm first to breakdown any makeup first since in my testing experience it doesn't fully remove long-wear or waterproof makeup.
Formula: Cleanser
Skin types: All
Chemical or physical exfoliator: Chemical
Key ingredient: Glycolic acid, grapeseed extract, green tea extract, aloe leaf juice
“Skin sensitivity is a major factor that determines which ingredients you incorporate into your anti-aging routine,” Turner adds. “If you have very sensitive skin, look for products with low concentrations of these actives when starting to add them into your regimen; you may want at first to avoid retinol altogether starting with other actives or consider starting a retinol alone and build up your skin’s tolerance.”
“While there are certainly budget-friendly, dermatologist-approved brands that you can find at the drugstore, these lines may not be formulated or developed by a dermatologist — rather, tested or approved by one,” says Dr. Ryan Turner, M.D., a board-certified dermatologist in New York City and cofounder of TRNR Skin, which launched in November. “I felt strongly that there needed to be another option — one that bridges the gap between more basic, affordable skin care and highly clinical, expensive products.”
A Botox brow lift can give your eyebrows a slightly higher appearance—anywhere from 1 to 3 mm in height, to be exact—without the high price tag and downtime of a surgical brow lift. However, according to Dr. Turner, the results of Botox and other neurotoxins are temporary, so retreatment every few months is needed to maintain the results.
“Glycolic-based cleansers are one of the best ways to tackle oily skin or pesky breakouts. This new-to-market option does just that without stripping or drying out your complexion. If you’re extra oily, feel free to use it every day. If your skin falls on the drier, most sensitive side (especially come winter), try alternating it with a gentle cleanser. Either way, you’ll be left with brighter, more balanced skin.” — Samantha Holender, Beauty Editor
“Vitamin C is an essential antioxidant that the body cannot produce itself,” explains Dr. Ryan Turner, an NYC-based board-certified dermatologist and co-founder of TRNR Skin. “Even if you incorporate high levels of it into your diet through vitamin C-rich foods or supplements, topical application of vitamin C is more effective for the skin.”
