Topical Product Treatment Updates
You asked, we listened. Check out our newest treatment, Prescription Strength Skin Care Products and our newly updated Medical Grade Skin Care Products treatment plan below. These changes are now live!
We are defining and standardizing what qualifies as a Medical Grade Skincare Product and clarifying how these products differ from Prescription Strength (Rx) Skincare products.
Requires a licensed provider prescription
Examples may include prescription retinoids, hydroquinone, or topical antibiotics
Typically sold through medical practices or licensed providers
Does not require a prescription
Prescription Strength Skin Care Products New Treatment and Treatment Plan:
We now offer a new treatment called Prescription Strength Skin Care Products. Below is the treatment plan which will be included with all Prescription Strength Skin Care Products approvals:
Prescription Strength Skin Care Products: Patient is approved for treatment with Prescription Strength Skin Care Products as indicated for use for the length of one year. Prescription Strength Skin Care Products are FDA-approved for various dermatologic indications, including but not limited to the treatment of acne, hyperpigmentation, melasma, photoaging, and other skin conditions as determined by the evaluating provider. Approved therapies include retinoids, hydroquinone, azelaic acid, benzoyl peroxide, and clindamycin. Please refer to individual product labeling for specific indications, contraindications, and usage guidelines, as well as clinical protocols established by the clinic’s medical director for the following prescription topical therapies:
RETINOIDS: Patient is approved for treatment with prescription topical retinoids (including tretinoin, adapalene, and tazarotene formulations) as indicated for use for the length of one year. Prescription retinoids may be used for the treatment of acne vulgaris, improvement of fine lines and wrinkles, and management of hyperpigmentation and photoaging. Please follow specified manufacturer indications for use and recommendations for each individual product, as well as clinical protocols established by the clinic’s medical director.
SKIN LIGHTENING AGENTS: Patient is approved for treatment with prescription skin-lightening agents (including hydroquinone and combination therapies) as indicated for use for the length of one year. These agents may be used for the treatment of melasma, hyperpigmentation, and dyschromia. Please follow specified manufacturer indications for use and recommendations for each individual product, as well as clinical protocols established by the clinic’s medical director.
AZELAIC ACID: Patient is approved for treatment with prescription topical azelaic acid formulations as indicated for use for the length of one year. Azelaic acid may be used for the treatment of acne vulgaris, rosacea, and hyperpigmentation, including melasma. Please follow specified manufacturer indications for use and recommendations for each individual product, as well as clinical protocols established by the clinic’s medical director.
TOPICAL ANTIBIOTICS / ANTIMICROBIALS: Patient is approved for treatment with prescription topical antibiotics and antimicrobial agents (including clindamycin, dapsone, and combination therapies) as indicated for use for the length of one year. These therapies may be used for the treatment of acne and other dermatologic conditions as appropriate. Please follow specified manufacturer indications for use and recommendations for each individual product, as well as clinical protocols established by the clinic’s medical director.
COMBINATION THERAPIES:Patient is approved for treatment with prescription topical therapies (including combinations of retinoids, hydroquinone, corticosteroids, and other active ingredients) as indicated for use for the length of one year. These formulations may be used for the treatment of acne, melasma, hyperpigmentation, and photoaging based on provider evaluation. Please follow compounding pharmacy guidelines, prescribing provider instructions, and clinical protocols established by the clinic’s medical director.
Updates to Medical Grade Skin Care Product Treatment Plan:
We have also updated our Medical Grade Skin Care Products treatment plan! Please review the updates below:
Medical Grade Skin Care Products: Patient is approved to proceed with the use of Medical Grade Skincare Products, as clinically indicated. Product selection and regimen may include, but are not limited to, vitamin C, hyaluronic acid, retinoid, alpha hydroxy acid (AHA), niacinamide, cleansers, antioxidants, exfoliants, pigment-correcting agents, and moisturizers, as clinically indicated.
Medical grade skin care refers to non-prescription products formulated with higher concentrations of clinically tested active ingredients intended to address specific skin concerns such as aging, acne, and hyperpigmentation.
This clearance applies to non-prescription, provider-dispensed skincare products only. Product selection and continued use remain subject to provider discretion based on patient response, tolerance, and any changes in medical history or contraindications. Follow-up and regimen adjustments should be performed as clinically indicated. All products must be used in accordance with manufacturer guidelines and the clinical protocols established by the clinic’s Medical Director.
This Good Faith Exam (GFE) is valid for twelve (12) months from the date of examination, unless changes in the patient’s medical status warrant re-evaluation.
We will continue to offer Prescription Strength Topical Hydroquinone and Prescription Strength Topical Tretinoin.
For any questions, please feel free to email clinicalsupport@spakinect.com.