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Microdermabrasion operates on the premise that encouraging exfoliation of the skin is desirable. The word “micro” is used to separate this procedure from true dermabrasion, where the deeper layers of the skin are removed. By using a motorized brush system or bombarding the skin with high-speed particles, it is possible to remove desquamating corneocytes, and make the skin smoother and softer with a better color. It is important not to go any deeper into the skin than the first few layers of stratum corneum to avoid scarring and other problems. Microdermabrasion can be used by trained skin care professionals because it does not enter the living layers of the skin; any procedure that enters the living layers of the skin and causes bleeding should be performed by a physician.

Microdermabrasion improves the appearance of several aspects of the skin, such as increased pigment, which may be contained in the outer corneocytes. This pigment may make the skin look freckled due to the presence of lentigenes, the medical term for brown spots, and scaling brown growths, known as seborrheic keratoses. Microdermabrasion can remove the skin scale that contains the pigment, making the skin more evenly colored. However, it is possible for the lentigenes and seborrheic keratoses to reappear as the skin cells again produce irregular pigment, making the improvement temporary.

There is some evidence that repeated microdermabrasion can have a longer-lasting impact on the amount of ground substance in the skin responsible for holding water. The minor skin injury induced by microdermabrasion may cause wounding that encourages the skin to heal. This healing can stimulate the replacement of skin structure and improve the appearance of photoaged skin. Controlled wounding is the reason both dermabrasion and laser resurfacing improve skin appearance. This same effect is seen to a much lesser degree with microdermabrasion, especially if the procedure is repeated every two to four weeks.

By: Zoe Draelos, MD, and Peter T. Pugliese, MD

Smart technology refers to electrical pulses such as microcurrents that assist in noninvasive facelifts.

Microcurrent is becoming increasingly popular in many medical offices as well as skin care facilities. It is a low level of electrotherapy that helps to tone the muscles in the skin, as well as increase circulation, resulting in a more youthful appearance. A neurotoxin stops the muscle movement, and microcurrent does the exact opposite—it essentially acts as a workout for your facial muscles.

The idea is to re-train the muscles while strengthening them with repeated treatments. Microcurrent services may be most effective in a medical office when packaged with other more invasive services to perfect the client’s results. Some microcurrent clients say they see a result immediately after the treatment; however, the problem with that is, although there is instant gratification, these results tend to dissipate early. This is why many of these devices are sold for at-home use; treatments should be performed three to five days a week for best results.

Marketing point of view: Tracy L. Drumm

“Three grand essentials to happiness in this life are: something to do, something to love, and something to hope for.”-
Joseph Addison

If the future holds no pleasant promise — well, it’s very hard to be happy. But no matter what your circumstances, if you have something to look forward to, you bring happiness into your life. For most of us, time, energy, and money are in short supply, so when we’re trying to figure out how to get  happiness, it’s wise to spend on strengthening bonds with family, friends, and coworkers.

Strong relationships with other people are critical to a happy life. We need close, long-lasting relationships; we need to belong; we need to give and receive support — perhaps surprisingly, giving support is just as important to happiness as getting support. Not only does having strong relationships make it far more likely that you’ll take joy in life, you boost your immunity, and cut the risk of depression.

By being emotionally self-sufficient, you free yourself (well, admittedly, only somewhat) from depending on other people to boost you up or letting them drag you down. When you have your own built-in happiness, you don’t act like a happiness vampire who sucks happy energy from other people or craves a lifeblood of praise, affirmation, or reassurance to support tour happiness.

I’ve realized  that happy people make other people happy. Because of a powerful psychological phenomenon called emotional contagion, people “infect” each other with their moods, and when I’m happy, I help lift others up. Also, when I feel happy myself, I can take an interest and to try to help other people. Unhappy people tend to become isolated, defensive, and preoccupied with their own problems. Therefore, while some people argue that it’s selfish to be happy, we should be selfish — if only for selfless reasons.
Reference:

Happiness Guide - Good Housekeeping

Repëchage Glyco-Sea Glycolic Peel

Demo of Repëchage Glyco-Sea Peel for spa professionals on IECSC New York exhibit, Jacob Javits center on april 2012

Repёchage® Exclusive- Advanced results beyond brightening

The Repёchage® BIOLIGHT Miracle Facial with Glyco-Sea  Peel is based on a multi-dimensional approach to skin brightening and even toning. Clinically proven Hexapeptide is combined with natural extracts from Daisy and Licorice to help interrupt  process that causes hyper-pigmentation.

It is a deep, intensive skin treatment that focuses on resurfacing and renewing skin with less irritation than standard glycolic peels. This formula of glycolic acid combined with unique Laminaria Complex reveals a brighter, more youthful complexion with added anti-oxidant and calming properties.
Powerful anti-oxidants, natural botanicals and unique seaweed plants work to give skin a glowing, radiant complexion. Glyco-Sea Peel helps uncover a luminosity you thought gone forever. This revolutionary new treatment is a natural and effective method in your quest in achieving outstanding results without damaging the delicate structure of skin. Recommended for All Skin Types.

Ms. Sarfati is founder and president

Founder and CEO of the first company to bring seaweed-based skincare treatments and cosmetics to fruition in the US market, Lydia Sarfati is an international industry leader and has been quoted in Vogue, In Style, Glamour, and the New York Times as well as featured on CNN, CBS, and FOX.
Ms. Sarfati has contributed to the elevation of the esthetics field in the US and abroad and has been appointed honorary chair of Esthetics America, CIDESCO USA, is the Skin Care & Spa Council Director of Intercoiffure North America, and is the author of”Success at Your Fingertips: How to Succeed in the Skin Care Business.”

She is also the recipient of both Les Nouvelles Esthetique’s Crystal Award and Dermascope’s Legend Award. Lydia Sarfati was granted the ICMAD’s Cosmetic Entrepreneur Award for Leadership and the NCA Pillar Award for Education Leadership and was recently presented with the prestigious Chevalerie “Knight Award” by Intercoiffure Mondial.

California Healthy Nail Salon Collaborative and the Campaign for Safe Cosmetics found that there are trace amounts of three dangerous toxins in nail polish. The toxins are toluene, dibutyl phthalate (DBP) and formaldehyde all known to have adverse health effects.

Research has shown that the toxic-trio cause reproductive harm, cancer and asthma.

Nail polish manufacturers need to be honest in labeling their products and not to mislead consumers and nail salon workers into thinking they are using a safe product when they are not. Women should have the option to buy properly labeled safe nail polish.

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Nutmeg spice (Muristica fragrance) is a native of Moluccas in east Indonesia and is reported to have been introduced to Ceylon in the early nineteenth century. Nutmeg Spice grown in Ceylon is considered to have an exotic flavour due to the growing conditions in this island nation renowned for spices. Fragrant nutmeg is derived from an evergreen tree that originated in the Banda islands of Indonesia. The Banda islands are ten small volcanic islands about 1,243 miles (2,000 km) east of Java. These islands were the world’s only source of nutmeg until the mid 19th century.

The Myristica fragrans, fragrant Nutmeg tree, is now also grown on Pandang Island in Malaysia and in the Caribbean, particularly in Granada.  Nutmeg trees are usually ready to harvest between 5-7 years after planting and mature fully at 20 years when they reach full production. An average of 10,000 and 12,000 tonnes of nutmeg is produce worldwide each year. The mature dried seeds of Nutmeg Spice are exported both Shelled and unshelled. 

Sweet but slightly bitter flavor of Nutmeg adds character to vegetables. Nutmeg quickly loses its fragrance when ground therefore, the required amount should be grated from a whole nut immediately before use. Several other commercial products are also produced from the tree, including Essential Oils and Nutmeg Butter. Nutmeg contains 10 percent essential oil which is a colourless or light yellow liquid. The oil is obtained by the steam distillation of ground nutmeg. Besides being used in toothpastes, cough syrups, perfumes and cosmetic industry, externally nutmeg oil is mixed with almond oil and is used to relieve rheumatic pain.

Health Benefits of Nutmeg

•Nuttmeg has strong antibacterial properties.  Read the rest of this entry »

Tea has been an important beverage for thousands of years and has been a huge part of culture in countries around the world. It is today’s most popular beverage in the world, next to water. Tea drinking has long been an important aspect of Chinese culture. A Chinese saying identifies the seven basic daily necessities as fuel, rice, oil, salt, soy sauce, vinegar, and tea. According to Chinese legend, tea was invented accidentally by the Chinese Emperor Shen Nong in 2737 B.C.

Emperor Shen Nong was a scholar and herbalist. On one summer day while he was visiting a distant region, he and his entourage stopped to rest. The servants began to boil water. Dried leaves from a nearby camellia bush fell into the boiling water. The emperor was interested in the new liquid because it had a pleasing aroma, so he drank the infusion and discovered that it was very refreshing and had a delightful flavor. He declared that tea gives vigor to the body. That was when tea was invented, but it was considered as a medicinal beverage. It was around 300 A.D. when, tea became a daily drink.

Tea was introduced to Europe in the 1600s; it was introduced to England in 1669. At that time, the drink was enjoyed only by the aristocracy because a pound of tea cost an average British laborer the equivalent of nine months in wages. The British began to import tea in larger qualities to satisfy the rapidly expanding market. Tea became Britain’s most important item of trade from China. All classes were able to drink tea as the tea trade increased and became less of a luxury.  British people are real tea drinkers, because they drink minimally 6 cups of tea per day. Read the rest of this entry »

There is no denying that massage, particularly facial massage, is one of the most pleasurable and intimate aspects of topical facial  treatments. Massage improves circulation, leading to a more youthful complexion. People who smoke and those who engage in air travel regularly also benefit from enhanced circulation, because smoking and air travel limit the amount of oxygen obtained by the cells,

Facial massage does not have to be a 20-minute-long event in which multiple massage methods are used. By simply stroking the face using a beneficial massage medium, circulation is increased, stimulating a wound-healing response in the skin and providing a healthy glow to any complexion.
 
Massage mediums come in a variety of consistencies, such as creams, oils, lotions and gels and, while some provide beneficial ingredients to the skin, others do little more than provide slip during the massage process. This is another opportunity to increase treatment outcomes during massage. Product consistency should be selected based upon the individual client:

•Clients with dry skin may benefit most from a cream or oil.
•Acne clients may benefit most from a gel.
•A variety of skin types benefit from a light lotionlike product that absorbs nicely without leaving a heavy residue. Read the rest of this entry »

Initially, visible light lasers and IPL devices were used to achieve skin-tightening. The specifically designed lasers in the mid-to-near infrared spectrum of light will skip over the outer layers of skin, and penetrate deep into the dermis. This heat then stimulates collagen proliferation, resulting in a thickening of the healthy skin layers, gradually ridding the skin of superficial wrinkles.

Although there is no doubt that IPL and visible light laser devices improve the appearance of brown and red discolorations of the skin—their ability to remove wrinkles and tighten skin is less consistent. Patients expecting wrinkle-reduction from these devices often need several treatments to see results; at least four to six treatments performed on a monthly basis are recommended. Those undergoing the treatments must be patient, because improvements on the skin’s surface will be gradual and subtle. Collagen formation continues for months following treatments, after which patients can expect a smoother and healthier-looking facial appearance.

Radio frequency

Radio frequency is another thermal device that is used to reduce the signs of aging by producing a tightening effect. These devices emit energy in the form of electromagnetic waves that heat up the dermis, causing collagen stimulation and tightening. This treatment is most commonly used for sagging skin, fine lines and age-prevention. During the service, the epidermis is protected with a cooling device that prevents the skin from overheating as the energy is directed to the deeper dermis. Because the heat is nonspecific, there is little risk to those with darker skin types. Therefore, unlike IPL and visual light lasers where light is attracted to color, this device can be used safely on all skin types.

The heat from radio frequency treatments causes some contraction of the skin that can be seen immediately; however, most skin-tightening becomes evident by four to six weeks, and continues throughout the next three to 12 months. Because the amount of tissue tightening is subtle, it can sometimes be difficult to see even the best results. Some providers recommend that patients be warned that they may not experience noticeable results after, or they may see only modest improvements. Patients must know what they can expect with this procedure, and understand that it is not comparable to a face lift, as some equipment manufacturers claim.

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Now you can improve sagging skin of the jowls, face and neck with a new Thermage procedure without any cutting. A
procedure employs a patented technology called ThermaCool™. It has been clinically proven to tighten and gently lift skin to smooth out wrinkles and renew facial contours. The incision-free procedure is fast and easy, and requires no downtime from normal activities. The Thermage® procedure for skin tightening uses patented radiofrequency technology to deliver heat to the collagen in your lower layers of the skin resulting in tightening. Brow elevation may be possible with treatment of the forehead.

The Thermage procedure is a non-invasive treatment that gives you tighter skin, renewed facial contours and healthier collagen. With each touch to the skin, the ThermaTip device uniformly heats a volume of collagen in the deeper layers of the skin and its underlying
tissue while simultaneously helping to protect the outer layer of the skin with cooling.

This deep uniform heating action causes deep structures in your skin to immediately tighten. Over time, new and remodeled collagen is produced to further tighten skin, resulting in healthier, smoother skin and a more youthful appearance. The Thermage procedure is available only by a qualified physicians who specialize in cosmetic procedures.  Unlike lasers, the procedure can be performed on patients of all skin types. The ThermaCool device has been cleared by the FDA for the non-invasive treatment of wrinkles.

Immediately following a Thermage procedure, your skin may feel tighter, smoother and more youthful. Over time, you will notice additional tightening. Unlike many laser procedures requiring four or more sessions, a single Thermage treatment has produced results in the majority of patients. Your physician will determine the course of treatment that is right for you. The Thermage procedure can take anywhere from twenty minutes to two hours, depending on the size of the treatment area. Additional time may be required for skin preparation prior to the procedure.

You will experience a brief, deep heating sensation as the CRF energy is delivered to your skin and underlying tissue. This deep heating sensation is your indication that your collagen is reaching effective temperatures for tightening. The physician controls the amount of energy delivered to balance procedural comfort with maximum results.
The ThermaTip device is cooled before, during, and after heating to protect your skin and make the treatment more comfortable. Prior to treatment, an anesthetic cream may be applied to enhance your comfort. Additionally, your physician may also prescribe relaxants and/or pain medication. The Thermage procedure has an excellent safety record. The most frequently reported incidents are classified as swelling, redness, bumps and blisters on or around the treated area. These side effects may resolve in a few days or weeks.

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