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Friday, August 14, 2009
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Chemically Peeling Back the Years
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Chemical peels have grown in popularity over the past few years. Women who want a more youthful looking face without the invasive surgery turn to chemical peels for a dramatic and safe way to revive their skin. These peels are relatively safe if performed by a dermatologist who is properly trained.
The clinical professor of dermatology for Emory University was recently quoted by the Dermatology Times. "Dermatologists are the experts in recognizing dermal depth and dermal pigment, which are crucial in judging the type of peels for different areas of the face. Other specialties do not understand which areas of the skin are thicker and can withstand more moderate or deeper peels, as opposed to superficial peeling, which is acceptable for all areas of the face" he explains.
Patients looking to have a chemical peel done should go to a physician who has been properly trained to analyze the skin. Chemical peels can be helpful in reducing the appearance of wrinkles, scars, sun damage, acne, pigment issues, and can increase the smoothness of the skin.
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Thursday, August 06, 2009
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The Danger in Do-It-Yourself
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Many companies have released cosmetic enhancement products for consumers to be used at home. These include chemical peels, laser hair removal, and even collagen injections. Although the directions may seem clear on the packaging, there are many risks to using these products at home by those who are not properly trained.
One plastic surgeon discussed these dangers regarding IUP (Intense Pulsed Light) at-home treatments to Mail Online. "There is a real risk of people coming to harm from these devices. Because they are low powered compared to the lasers we use in our clinics, this may give poor results and tempt people to use them outside their correct settings."
Without proper knowledge of the products, at-home treatments may damage the skin to a point where professional care is needed. Consumers hoping to save a dollar on treatments they could do themselves may end up paying much more to salvage their skin. These products should only be used as directed and with caution.
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Thursday, July 23, 2009
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Adult Acne
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The majority of people deal with acne in their lifetime, mostly during teenage years. This includes oily skin, pimples, bumps, and blemishes. As we grow older, we don't expect acne to follow us into our adult years. However, adult acne is a problem that a large majority of people face.
"Teenage acne tends to be on oily skin and consist of blackheads and whiteheads. The difference with adult acne is that adult acne is more often seen on the face, along the jaw line and neck, and is usually accompanied by dryer or combination skin" reports CBS News.
Acne that is left untreated can develop into acne scars on the face, back, neck, and arms. Laser therapy, chemical peels, microdermabrasion, or light therapy can be used to clear these scars. Adult acne tends to effect women more than men due to the changing hormone levels in women. In addition, people that have a larger amount of stress in their life are also affected at a higher rate. There are a majority of over-the-counter creams to help treat adult acne and those suffering should consult a dermatologist for proper treatments.
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Thursday, April 30, 2009
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From Manicures to Makeovers
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If you thought that primping and pampering your face was the key to looking
and feeling younger, please raise your hands. In fact, new ideas have
spurred not in facial rejuvenation but hand rejuvenation. Many men and women
say you can tell a person's age from their hands. With the demand for
anti-aging procedures, dermatologists are coming up with ways to make
people's hands look younger.
The News Star reported, "The appearance of a woman's hands is a "big deal"
because "they're always out, and they're always exposed - and it's a
giveaway for aging," says Dr. Thomas Haas, a plastic surgeon at Imaage
Plastic Surgery Center and Medi-Spa in Louisville, Ky. "As we age, we lose
fat in our hands, so there's less plump tissue between the veins in the skin
and the structures below," Palazzo said. As a result, the hands take on a
bony appearance, with tendons and veins becoming "more obvious," she said."
Generally, it was said to use sunscreen, moisturizer and avoid too much sun
damage. But with ropy, gnarled and discolored hands visible to all, new
practices have emerged. Dermatologists are injecting fillers, performing
microdermabrasian and even chemical peels to reduce aging and wrinkling.
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Thursday, February 19, 2009
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Forgotten Gem
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The buzz around town and globally is clearly Botox, anti-aging and facial fillers. The minimally-invasive procedures are a hit from Brazil to San Francisco. But many of us have forgotten about one of the best strategies for healthier, revitalized and younger skin - microdermabrasion and chemical peels. For years the two of these procedures were the hot studs in town, but now with Botox still thriving in a dwindling economy, its proving that it's here to stay. Although Botox is a wonder at wrinkle-ridding, these two more cost efficient techniques will take up less of your time and be considerably more hassle free.
"The range of muscle relaxants and dermal fillers is much better today," he says. "And the demand for these types of non-invasive procedures will continue to grow. There has been a lot of research over the past decade into non-surgical techniques. Ten years ago the only things really available were facelifts and laser resurfacing. Now there are new lasers that actually work beneath the skin with less pain and better recovery times." (Sydney Morning Herald)
If you're worried about pinching pennies right now, perhaps very expensive invasive procedures and injections like Juvederm, Restylane and Botox are not the wisest options.
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Wednesday, November 12, 2008
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The Yoga Face
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As great as chemical peels, injections and fillers are why not try facial yoga? After all yoga does wonders for your body and vein health, give it a go and see what yoga can do for your wrinkles. When fighting against those aging lines toning and exercising the facial muscle serves as an anti-aging tactic. Annelise Hagan a yoga instructor for Manhattan took the test upon herself. She started doing these facial exercises on herself and her students.
She tells the LA Times that results showed up immediately. "Tension is one of the major culprits in facial wrinkling. If you release tension, you'll see results."
Due to the success of face yoga, Hagan compiled her tips and techniques in "The Yoga Face" for beloved fans and to popularize the idea.
Though the techniques won't stop you from aging, gasp, they will aid in relieving some tension and wrinkles from worn out areas of your face. So it may be worth coupling face yoga with a Juvederm injection or chemical peel.
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Wednesday, September 03, 2008
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San Diego Skin Care Follows Economic Trends
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There is a trend in cosmetic procedures right now among many parts of the nation. This trend is towards a decreased interest in invasive plastic surgery procedures and an increased interest in non-invasive procedures that can provide some of the same results at a much lower cost. This trend is being driven by the changes that are taking place in the economy and is impacting different regions throughout the U.S.
A new report indicates that San Diego is a city that is following this trend. There has been an economic downturn in this area that has impacted the interest in cosmetic surgery options available in Southern California. There has been a corresponding boom in non-invasive procedures such as chemical peels and dermal fillers.
The goal for patients has remained the same despite the economic changes in this country. Patients want to look younger and improve specific areas of their appearance. They're simply using different, more affordable, methods of making that happen through the help of professionals in the skin care business.
Question of the Day: Is the trend in San Diego non-invasive surgery representative of nationwide trends in cosmetic surgery?
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Monday, August 25, 2008
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Teens Would Pay To Never Have Had Acne
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Most teens have to deal with the awkward situation of experiencing a lot of acne development during at least short phases in their young lives. Some teens have it worse than others. And for many, the emotional scars of having acne last for a long time after the physical appearance of the problem has gone away.
Perhaps that is why teens would be willing to pay a good chunk of change to have never had acne in the first place. A new study reveals that teens would pay an average of $275 to not have to have gone through the problems associated with acne. That doesn't sound like a lot of money to some adults but that's a big chunk of a teen's allowance and points to the fact that teens remain uncomfortable with acne despite the fact that it's a problem plaguing most of their peers.
The good news, of course, is that teens and adults can both pay to reduce the appearance of acne and the physical changes that it causes to the face. Acne scars are common and are something that adults can choose to get removed using a variety of different skin procedures including microdermabrasion, laser resurfacing and chemical peels.
Question of the Day: How much would you be willing to pay to have never had acne as a teen?
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Wednesday, August 20, 2008
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Discuss Skin Care Treatments Openly
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Let's say that you are someone who goes to the dermatologist regularly for procedures like Botox injections, laser hair removal and chemical peels. Do you make this fact openly known to the people who are in your life? Or do you try to hide it so that no one you know realizes that you aren't actually just naturally as good-looking as you appear to be?
If you are someone who hides the fact that you see a dermatologist, you might want to think about quitting that habit. This isn't to say that you have to wear a sign around your neck that advertises the dates of your scheduled Botox treatments. But it's not something that you should be ashamed of either because that counteracts the benefit of the treatments.
You see, most people get skin care treatments done because they want to improve their appearance and therefore boost their self-esteem. However, people who hide things from their loved ones tend to have lower self esteem than people who don't. This means that hiding your treatments can reduce the benefits of getting them in terms of the rewards of self-esteem.
Question of the Day: Why do people hide the fact that they get skin care treatments?
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Monday, June 09, 2008
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Products that Work for Slowing Down Skin's Aging
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There are many different skin rejuvenation procedures out there which are effective in reversing the effects of aging. Collagen, chemical peels and other common treatments allow individuals to regain youth lost to time by renewing and refreshing the skin to get rid of wrinkles and age spots. But wouldn't it be better to prevent the aging from taking place in the first place?
A recent study of different topical products shows that it is possible to prevent the aging of the skin by blocking out UV rays with the right products. The study took seven different naturally occurring lipids and applied them to the skin to determine whether they had any impact on reducing the impact of aging. Three of them appeared to be successful with the most promising one being the molecule phosphatidylserine (PS). This topical product was able to reduce the breakdown of collagen to prevent wrinkles and other signs of aging.
Learn more about this study here.
Question of the Day: Would you use products that prevent aging if they were successful or would you wait until it was necessary to reverse the effects with existing procedures?
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