While a portion of all online sales at kaplanMD.com is donated throughout the year to 3 charities close to my heart - Skin Cancer Research, Children of the Night and Breast Cancer Research - we will donate 10% of all kaplanMD October sales to Susan G. Komen For The Cure.

This is a natural partnership for kaplanMD Skincare because breast cancer survivors experience many of the same skin symptoms of Natural Hormonal Progression, along with an accelerated pace of chronologic and environmental aging. Examples include increased skin dryness and sensitivity, loss of elasticity, uneven skin tone and pigmentation, and thinning skin. All of these factors are due to the imbalance of estrogen in the body, which then negatively affect the skin. But why is estrogen important for the skin? Estrogen maintains and regulates 3 key components that keep our skin youthful and healthy: collagen (which gives our skin strength and structure), elastic tissue (which gives our skin elasticity and bounce-back) and hyaluronic acid (which keeps our skin plump and retain moisture).

The exclusive ingredient in ALL kaplanMD products is the Phytogenic Triactive Complex. This Complex is the result of many years of researching phytoestrogens, or plant-derived substances, that have estrogen-like properties. Studies have shown that when estrogen levels are low for women, such as post pregnancy, peri-menopause, or following cancer treatments, phytoestrogens can mimic the effects of estrogen on the skin, but without the side effects of synthetic estrogen.

The most potent phytoestrogens on the skin have proven to be Soy, Black Cohosh and Grapeseed Extract. Collectively, these three powerful ingredients make up the kaplanMD Phytogenic Triactive Complex. Encapsulated in a patented microsphere time-release delivery system, this restorative formula actually penetrates deep within the skin for maximum effectiveness.

kaplanMD products work on the skin, and the skin alone. There is no internal effects or dangers. In addition, kaplanMD only treats the external skin symptoms of Natural Hormonal Progression. It has no effect on the body internally, and is therefore, completely safe for people who are on a low Soy diet.