It’s the age-old question all of us want to know – how do we achieve beautiful, radiant skin? It’s one of those questions that is common to us all, no matter your age, skin color, or even gender. It is the number one goal for all of our patients. There are many things you can […]
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APPROACH TO THE TREATMENT OF ACNE SKIN DISORDERS:
Effective acne treatment begins with improved understanding of the skin condition, Blemishes, whiteheads, blackheads, cysts, and any red, swollen bumps that give off warmth are signs of inflammation and acne. There are millions of people who struggle with acne all over the world; in fact, over 40 million people suffer from it. Triggers of Acne […]
SKIN EXFOLIATION:
Skin exfoliation is the removal of dry/dead skin from the outermost layer of the skin. As a result, newer skin is revealed and this process represents an important skin care routine for healthy, glowing skin. Exfoliation also increases blood flow for a healthy skin complexion. Different skin conditions will benefit from routine skin exfoliation. Skin […]
HOLISTIC APPROACH TO SKINCARE: REMEDY AND PROTECT
REMEDY: As you take serious steps towards achieving flawless skin, it is important to incorporate skin products that remedy the underlying skin condition. After a diagnostic skin analysis, these products are designed to target the problematic skin conditions. These include products to improve collagen production and address fine lines and wrinkles. Alternatively, your skin may […]
HOLISTIC APPROACH TO SKINCARE: RESTORE
A medical cosmetic procedure will typically involve deep exfoliation and disruption of the skin’s barrier. When this happens, the skin is no longer protected from environmental stressors and pollution and loses its ability to protect and defend itself. If perfumes, emulsifiers and mineral oils are added to skin care products at this stage, the skin […]
HOLISTIC APPROACH TO SKINCARE: REPAIR
After a medical cosmetic treatment, skin care therapy needs to focus on healing. This is the first step in building the optimal environment for wound healing. The products in this category are designed to decrease inflammation, while helping to heal and soothe the skin. This will ensure that potential complications such as post inflammatory hyperpigmentation […]
HOLISTIC APPROACH TO SKINCARE: HEALING AND NUTRITION
After a medical cosmetic skin treatment, it is important to create an optimal environment for wound healing by utilizing a comprehensive set of skincare products designed to achieve maximal benefit from the procedure. These skincare products should decrease inflammation, decrease the potential complications from the procedure while also nourishing the skin to optimize the results […]
Holistic Approach to Skin Care: Hydration and Cleansers
Understanding skin structure and biology is key to selecting the most appropriate skin products that will best enhance your natural skin glow. The outermost layer of the skin is the Stratum Corneum. On top of this site the ultra-thin moist layer comprised of a mixture of sweat and sebum. This is the famous acid […]
Skinny skincare
Korean skin care regimens are well respected across the world, so much so that many have adopted the elaborate 10 step skin care routine. In some people such an elaborate routine can sometimes lead to an angry, irritated skin. In recent times there has been a gradual shift towards a “skinny skincare” regimen using highly […]