Pearl of the Month April 2012 | Antioxidants
- At April 04, 2012
- By Andrew Winkler
- In Pearl of the Month
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The Truth About…Topical Antioxidants
Green, leafy vegetables are excellent sources of antioxidants but they’re not the only ones! Applying antioxidants topically to the skin effectively prevents free radical damage caused by the sun and by pollution in the air. Regular use of a medical-grade topical antioxidant will revitalize, protect, and preserve your skin’s tone, texture, and appearance, and will prevent the appearance of aging.
How Topical Antioxidants Work
Our skin is constantly exposed to ultra-violet light and other oxidative stressors that produce free radicals. These energized particles bombard the tissues (called “oxidation”) and lead to the formation of wrinkles, loss of skin elasticity, brown spots, and aging. Antioxidants work by neutralizing free radicals before they can damage cells. Sunlight and air pollution are the most common sources of free radicals. Consequently, the face, neck, chest and hands are most vulnerable to their effects because they are the most exposed areas of the body.
When free radical damage occurs on the skin, sunspots, wrinkles, freckles, uneven skin tone, and skin cancer can result. A great way protect against this damage is to use a daily topical antioxidant.
Effective Topical Antioxidants
• Vitamin C is required to produce collagen, the substance responsible for giving skin it’s firmness and elasticity. Vitamin C also regenerates Vitamin E in the body, provides UVA/UVB protection, decreases pigmentation and increases collagen production. Vitamin C is one of the most powerful antioxidants available for skin care.
• Vitamin E is a well-known antioxidant oil with soothing, healing, and moisturizing properties. Vitamin E protects against sun damage, promotes healing of injured skin and improves skin tone.
• Phloretin combined with Vitamin C and Ferulic Acid provides advanced photo protection. It contributes to greater skin penetration of other topical antioxidants, which leads to longer lasting effects.
• Idebenone is a relatively small molecule that allows it to penetrate deep into the skin. Idebenone blocks environmental free radicals and neutralizes internally generated free radicals.
Click here or call 720-848-4300 to schedule a free consultation with Michelle Young to find out which topical antioxidants are right for you!
Pearl of the Month March 2012
- At March 19, 2012
- By Andrew Winkler
- In Pearl of the Month
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Laser Hair Removal…Is it Permanent?
Its nearly bathing suit season again! There are many ways to get rid of unwanted hair including waxing, shaving, cream hair removal, electrolysis and others. Many men and women turn to laser hair removal because its cost-effective, easy and, yes…permanent.
How does it work?
The light used for laser hair removal targets the melanin pigment found in the hair shaft itself. The melanin takes up the energy from the light and rapidly heats up the hair follicle. The superheated follicle then destroys the stem cells in the skin that actually produce the hair follicle. Therefore, darker hairs with more melanin take up the energy quicker and are easier to treat. Unfortunately, only about 30% of your hairs are actually in contact with the stem cells that we are trying to target. So, although the treatment is permanent, only 30% of your hairs are treated each time.
How many treatments will I need?
We recommend 3-6 sessions spaced out in 3-4 week intervals. This allows new hair follicles to come into the phase of growth that allows them to be treated.
What are the possible side effects?
Laser hair removal is not painless and most patients experience some discomfort during the treatment. A topical or local anesthetic can be used before treatment to ease discomfort. After the treatment, the skin around the hair follicles will turn red. This is generally short-lived, but can last up to 3 days. In patients with a history of cold sores, breakouts can occur if the skin around the mouth is treated. Patients with darker skin types may experience temporary or even permanent skin color changes. Tattoos and freckles are commonly lightened if they come in contact with the laser, so please be aware of this possibility before treatment.
Please click here to learn more about our Spring Promotion for Laser Hair Removal!
Pearl of the Month August 2011
- At August 25, 2011
- By Andrew Winkler
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Retinol and Tretinoin (Retin-A)
Many anti-wrinkle and skin rejuvenation products contain retinol, which is a form of vitamin A. Many people confuse Retinol with Tretinoin, also referred to as trans-retinoic acid, retinoic acid, or Retin-A. Retinol and tretinoin are related but distinctly different.
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