FAQs: Body-Matched™ Anti-Aging Face Cream

Apply a small amount (pearl-sized) to clean, dry skin once daily, preferably at night. Start slow—every other night may be best for the first 1–2 weeks to allow your skin to adjust.

Use on your full face, avoiding the eyelids and lips. You can apply around the mouth, chin, cheeks, jawline, and forehead. Avoid direct contact with your eyes.

Yes! Follow with a gentle moisturizer and use SPF 30+ sunblock with skin exposure. Zinc oxide is recommended due to its anti-inflammatory properties.

Yes, especially in the first few weeks. This is common with tretinoin and usually means your skin is adjusting. You can reduce frequency (2–3 nights/week) and apply moisturizer before or after the cream to buffer irritation.

If your skin becomes red, flaky, or irritated:

If discomfort continues, contact our care team - we can help adjust your routine.

Some tingling is normal, but if your skin becomes very irritated, take a break for a few days and restart slowly. Apply less product, avoid harsh cleansers or exfoliants, and keep skin hydrated while your skin adjusts.
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Tretinoin speeds up cell turnover, bringing underlying congestion to the surface — this is called “purging.”
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It can look like mild breakouts or rough patches but typically resolves in 2–4 weeks. If breakouts persist beyond a month, contact our team for review.
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Start with once daily, preferably at night. If your skin is sensitive, you may want to begin every other day and increase slowly.
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Ingredients like niacinamide, vitamin C, and tretinoin target discoloration and improve overall tone.
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If you’re managing melasma, pair consistent use with daily SPF 30+ (zinc oxide preferred) to prevent flare-ups and protect results.

Some women see improvements in hydration and texture within 2–4 weeks. Wrinkle reduction and hair thinning can take 8–12 weeks, with best results at 3–6 months.

Yes, but avoid using other retinoids or exfoliants (like acids or scrubs) at the same time, especially when first starting. Always wear sunscreen during the day.

No. Topical finasteride doesn’t remove hair completely, it helps reduce the thickness, darkness, and growth rate of unwanted facial hair over time. Most women notice:

Results are gradual, with the best improvements seen after 3–6 months of consistent use.

Yes! Both finasteride and niacinamide help reduce oil production, shrink pores, and calm inflammation.

Avoid applying directly on eyelids or too close to the lash line, but it’s safe for use around the orbital bone area unless otherwise directed by an Inner Balance clinician.

Because BodyMatched™ contains tretinoin and finasteride, it is not recommended during pregnancy or breastfeeding.
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If you’re planning to conceive or are currently nursing, speak with your provider before use. Our team can help you find alternative support options.

Yes! BodyMatched™ is a prescription-strength topical compounded under physician guidance.
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Because it contains active hormones and retinoids, clinical review ensures proper dosing and safety for your skin type and hormonal profile.
Our provider-guided process makes it easy to start safely.

BodyMatched™ bottles are TSA-friendly and designed for travel.
Store at room temperature, away from heat or sunlight.
Bring your moisturizer and SPF while traveling to maintain your routine.

Yes! BodyMatched™ is:

Formulated with evidence-based ingredients, it’s safe for sensitive, hormonally changing skin.

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Each bottle lasts about a month with regular use.
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You can reorder directly through your Inner Balance account or by messaging our Client Support Team.

We offer flexible delivery schedules so you can choose what works best for your routine.

​Subscription Plans

Optional Add-On:
You can include Finasteride for an additional $10 per month.

At this time, BodyMatched™ is available as a separate product and isn’t bundled with Oestra® subscriptions.
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