Healthy Skin Starts With the Basics
Getting Skin Ready® (GSR®) is the essential first step to help bring skin back to its healthy-looking, balanced state. This simple ZO® Skin Health protocol of cleansing, exfoliating and toning works synergistically to support healthy-looking skin and the performance of our more advanced Prevent + Correct products, programs and protocols. The GSR® protocol is designed to:
- Remove surface oil, makeup + pollutants that can cause breakouts and contribute to visible signs of premature skin aging
- Support natural renewal of the skin’s upper layers to improve texture
- Enhance absorption of subsequent products
GSR® For All Skin Types
The GSR® protocol for all skin types consists of Gentle Cleanser, Exfoliating Polish and Complexion Renewal Pads. This regimen is designed to address the most common skin concerns with the exception of concerns specific to sensitized, very dry, very oily and/or blemish prone skin types.
Gentle Cleanser
- Silky gel formulation gentle enough for all skin types
- Cleanse to remove oil, makeup + other impurities
Exfoliating Polish
- Physically exfoliates dead surface skin cells and other debris to help improve radiance
- Stabilized Vitamin C helps brighten the look of dull skin
- Magnesium oxide crystals leave skin feeling instantly soft and smooth
Complexion Renewal Pads
- Single-use pads remove excess surface oil + pore-clogging debris
- Helps to brighten the look of skin and help keep pores clear for a more refined appearance
- Non-drying formulation
Recommended Usage
- AM + PM: Gentle Cleanser
- AM or PM 2-3x/week: Exfoliating Polish
- AM + PM: Complexion Renewal Pads
GSR® For Oily + Blemish-Prone Skin
The GSR® protocol for oily + blemish-prone skin consists of Exfoliating Cleanser, Dual Action Scrub + Oil Control Pads. This regimen is designed to help keep pores clear, help reduce excess surface oil, and help reduce the occurrence of breakouts.
Exfoliating Cleanser
- Purifying gel with the benefit of both physical and chemical exfoliation
- Helps keep pores clear to help reduce the occurrence of breakouts
Dual Action Scrub
- Provides both physical and chemical exfoliation benefits
- Helps keep pores clear to help reduce the occurrence of breakouts
Oil Control Pads
- Single-use pads with 2% Salicylic Acid help decongest pores, reduce the appearance of blemishes and brighten post-blemish marks
- Targets excess oil to mattify skin
- Minimizes the look of pores
Recommended Usage
- AM + PM: Exfoliating Cleanser
- AM or PM 2-3x/week: Dual Action Scrub
- AM + PM: Oil Control Pads
GSR® For Normal To Dry Skin
The GSR® protocol for dry + sensitized skin consists of Hydrating Cleanser, Exfoliating Polish and Calming Toner. This regimen is designed to help hydrate, soothe and replenish moisture in dry, itchy and irritated skins.
Hydrating Cleanser
- Rich, creamy, sulfate-free formula cleans, hydrates + soothes skin
- Clears away impurities without leaving visible residue
Exfoliating Polish
- Physically exfoliates dead surface skin cells and other debris to help improve radiance
- Stabilized Vitamin C helps brighten the look of dull skin
- Magnesium oxide crystals leave skin feeling instantly soft and smooth
Calming Toner
- Helps refresh, soothe and calm skin
- Delivers lightweight hydration post-cleansing to help support skin barrier function
Recommended Usage
- AM + PM: Hydrating Cleanser
- AM or PM 2-3x/week: Exfoliating Polish
- AM + PM: Calming Toner
GSR® For Normal to Sensitized + Post-Procedure Skin
The GSR® protocol for normal to sensitized + post-procedure skin consists of Balancing Cleansing Emulsion, Exfoliating Polish and Calming Toner. This regimen is designed to help soothe dry skin, as well as skin that is sensitive after in-office procedures.
Balancing Cleansing Emulsion
- Provides calming benefits for all skin types, including sensitized + post-procedure skin
- Creamy gel melts on contact with skin to lift oil + impurities while helping to support skin’s barrier
- Upon activation with water, gel transforms into a milky fluid, rinsing clean with no visible residue
- Fragrance-, dye- and sulfate-free
Exfoliating Polish
- Physically exfoliates dead surface skin cells and other debris to help improve radiance
- Stabilized Vitamin C helps brighten the look of dull skin
- Magnesium oxide crystals leave skin feeling instantly soft and smooth
Calming Toner
- Helps refresh, soothe and calm skin
- Delivers lightweight hydration post-cleansing to help support skin barrier function
Recommended Usage
- AM + PM: Balancing Cleansing Emulsion
- AM or PM 2-3x/week: Exfoliating Polish
- AM + PM: Calming Toner
Clinically Proven Results
At the 8-week interval of a clinical study, participants self-assessed the benefits of GSR®, reporting statistical improvements across all benefits measured.
62% improvement in the appearance of DULLNESS
69% improvement in excess SURFACE OILINESS
60% improvement in the appearance of REDNESS
73% improvement in the appearance of ROUGHNESS
PROTOCOL: An 8-week clinical study on 35 subjects. Participants cleansed AM + PM with Gentle Cleanser, exfoliated in the AM with Exfoliating Polish and toned skin AM + PM with Oil Control Pads. Participants used their own self-selected SPF 30+ sunscreen during the study.
What To Add to Your GSR® Regimen
Consider adding Daily Power Defense and Illuminating AOX Serum to your regimen. Recommended for any skin type, these advanced serums are elevated with ZO’s exclusive technologies to help defend against the appearance of premature signs of aging + promote a youthful-looking, healthy-looking complexion.
Rich in antioxidants, specialized enzymes, plant stem cells + lightweight barrier-supporting ingredients, they help support skin barrier against environmental stressors and leave skin looking hydrated, luminous, comfortable and refreshed.
Daily Power Defense
- Helps defend skin against oxidative stress from free radicals
- Visibly reduces the appearance of premature signs of aging
- Help support skin’s barrier + long-lasting skin hydration
- Supports healthy-looking skin
Illuminating AOX Serum
- Delivers advanced, all-day environmental protection, including pollution defense
- Visibly reduces the appearance of premature signs of aging
- Supports continuously healthy-looking skin
- Helps restore youthful luminosity to dry + dull skin
- Blurs imperfections for a smooth finish