November 17th, 2010
When it comes to lotions and potions, it seems like the face and the neck get all the attention. What about the hands??!! The hands can be a very telling sign of age, so it would only seem logical to have a product specific to the hands. Introducing Lumiquin!! Lumiquin is rich in Quinic Acid Esters which are powerful antioxidants that inhibit stress-related signs of aging. It also contains several other natural ingredients, like a pure form of licorice extract, that aid in reducing the appearance of dark spots. Benefits of Lumiquin also include:
* A volumizing and filling effect to minimize the appearance of veins
*Supports skin’s natural barrier against environmental stressors
*Enhances skin’s moisture level so hands look softer and smoother
Although it’s effective on it’s own, pair Lumiquin with QS Alexandrite laser treatment for a dramatic result!
Tags: anti-aging, blood vessels & veins, dark spots, hands, lotion, lumiquin, wrinkles
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October 8th, 2010
A question we hear almost daily from patients is, “What should I be using on my skin?” Your skincare routine doesn’t need to have a million different steps, but there are three products (4, if you include a good face wash) that we recommend to almost everyone over the age of 25. To acheive healthy, youthful looking skin it’s important to protect your face from the elements and promote skin cell turnover. When cleansing your face, try to find a cleanser that is soap free. After cleansing your face in the morning, apply a Vitamin C product, like SkinMedica Vitamin C Complex. Vitamin C protects your skin from free radicals. It also improves the appearance of skin tone and texture. While you can buy a Vitamin C product in your local drug store, we recommend purchasing pharmaceutical grade products that offer a higher concentration of the active ingredient. The next very important step is sunscreen. Sunscreen is essential in fighting the signs of aging! Everyone should wear at least an SPF 30 sunscreen DAILY, and reapply every 1-2 hours when outdoors. Remember to apply sunscreen to your neck, chest and back of your hands, as well as your face. Last essential product to have in your medicine cabinet… Retinol. Retinol is less abrasive than its prescription counterpart Tretinoin, which enables you to use it on a nightly basis. Retinol (we recommend Retinol Complex by SkinMedica) is a keratolytic, which means it helps slough off dead skin cells revealing the healthy skin underneath. It’s a great anti-aging product and very well tolerated. This skincare regimen is simple, affordable and will keep your skin in great shape!
To see what other products we carry in our office, please click on the following link: San Diego Dermatology & Laser Surgery Skincare Products
Tags: cleanser, face, lotion, sunscreen, youthful appearance
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September 14th, 2010
Zeltiq has officially been approved by the Food and Drug Administration as a “body contouring device.” Zeltiq, or cryolypolisis, destroys fat cells by freezing them so that your body can excrete them naturally. Over the course of several months, patients will notice the problem areas that were treated with Zeltiq will be diminished. Zeltiq is also effective at improving imperfections (such as rippling on an abdomen) caused as a result of traditional lipo. The major benefits of non-invasive body contouring with Zeltiq: the skin is not opened, no excision is necessary, which means no unsightly scar and no risk of infection. Plus, no need for general anesthesia.
So what does FDA approval mean for the Zeltiq procedure? Patients that may have been skeptical about the procedure may now feel more comfortable receiving treatment, or even asking their doctor if they’re a good candidate for Zeltiq. To learn more about Zeltiq, please follow this link to our website.
photo courtesy of Zeltiq
photo courtesy of Zeltiq
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August 18th, 2010
When you hear the words Botox or Dysport, which demographic comes to mind? Probably very few people would guess people in their twenties, but according to a report on CBS’ ‘The Early Show,” more and more young people are choosing to undergo the needle. In a segment on “The Early Show” broadcast on July 20, 2010 it was reported that 5 million people received Botox last year, and of those 5 million people “almost 30% were under the age of 30.”
So are people in their 20’s and 30’s too young for Botox? Botox/Dysport is a personal decision. Many people are concerned about injecting a “poison” into their body. Both Botox and Dysport are actually made from the refined protein. In fact, Botox has been used for years for both cosmetic and medical purposes. The benefit of having Botox or Dysport at a younger age is that it’s preventative. By relaxing the muscles, you are preventing the wrinkles from becoming severe over time.
Before treatment with Botox to glabella
After treatment with Botox. Notice the vertical lines between brows are minimized
Learn more about Botox and Dysport by visiting our website: Botox and Dysport info
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July 22nd, 2010
Think just because you have darker skin that you won’t get skin cancer? Well you’re wrong, according to an article on MedPage Today (7/19, Walsh).
The article sites a study published in the Archives of Dermatology and found that people with darker skin are “also at risk for skin cancer” especially in places that are very sunny… like San Diego.
The research, conducted in sunny Florida, showed that the incidence of melanoma increased- most notable was the increase in melanoma in hispanic and african-american individuals.
Everyone, regradless of skin tone, needs to take sun precautions; wear a wide brimmed hat, wear and re-apply sunscreen every 1-2 hours, and try to avoid being out midday for prolonged periods of time. Full body exams are strongly recommended at least once a year.
To read the full article, please click on the following link: MedPage Today
Tags: melanoma, skin cancer, sun exposure, sunscreen
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