What do you know about a non-surgical face lift? There are many options available today to achieve the look of a facelift without having to go under the knife.
Skinpen is a treatment we use that can help improve the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles, acne scarring, hyperpigmentation and other skin conditions. The state of the art tool stimulates your skins own natural ability to heal itself by creating a series of microscopic channels into the skin to help stimulate your own natural collagen and elastin. This all natural treatment can be used on all skin types and on any part of the body.
Platelet-Rich-Plasma(PRP) therapy uses your own blood serum to repair skin damage and create new skin. The patients’ blood is drawn and the platelets are separated from the red blood cells. The serum is then formulated and can be used in conjunction with the SkinPen treatment. PRP provides nourishment to the skin to repair and build new skin in the areas where SkinPen has been performed.
Combining Skin Pen and PRP treatments, the patient can repair skin quicker and have the benefits of a non-surgical facelift. These combined treatments are best for: improving skin texture including skin tone and color; acne, burn or surgical scarring; fine lines and wrinkles; large pores or broken capillaries and skin discoloration due to sun damage and aging.
Are you ready to talk about these treatments and how they may benefit you? Give us a call today for your free consultation.
Dark circles under your eyes can be attributed to many different factors. To determine which type of dark circles you have, look at yourself in a mirror in natural light. Lower your chin a little to see the shadows under your eyes. You may notice a bluish shade or a brownish shade. Treatments for lightening the shadows will depend on which shade you have under your eyes.
Blue Circles Under Your Eyes
Blue circles tend to form when oxygenated blood pools under your eyes. The skin under the eyes is very thin and delicate and is easy to see through. Blue shadows may appear brighter in the morning after you have been laying horizontal during the night. As we age, blue circles often appear brighter as well as the skin loses fat which may have previously covered up the area.
Treatments for these circles can vary. Many people try over-the-counter(OTC) remedies. These include topical creams and metal roller ball devices that are both used to constrict the blood vessels and move the pooled blood away from the area. These treatments are very temporary though and last only as long as one day. Professional treatments are long lasting. One treatment option is injecting a hyaluronic acid filler such as Restylane or Juvederm to plump the skin and therefore hide the blue undertones in the area. This treatment lasts about a year and can be performed in an office environment with little to no downtime.
Brown Circles Under Your Eyes
Brown circles are more common and are often caused by heredity. They can result from hyperpigmentation, sun exposure, excessive rubbing of the eyes and genetics. Asian and African American people tend to have these dark circles more than others.
Treatment options for brown circles is a little different than blue circles. OTC remedies may include using a skin brightener with citrus or soy to gradually lighten the skin over a period of time. This must be used on a daily basis to see the best results. There are professional options available as well. Chemical peels often help reduce the appearance of brown circles by exfoliating the skin. Laser treatments can also be used over time to lighten the appearance.
After receiving treatment for blue or brown circles, protect your skin by using sunscreen every day. Sun protection on the face is very important for many different reasons, but especially to protect the delicate areas around the eyes. Contact Us to talk about your many options for treating dark circles under eyes today.
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As we age, wrinkles start to form in different areas of the face including the forehead, eyes and around the mouth. Lines around the mouth, especially above the lip, also called perioral wrinkles, are usually formed because of age, sun exposure and smoking. There are many different treatments available to help smooth these wrinkles. Treatments include: topical skin care products, retinol cream, dermabrasion and/or chemical peels, face lift, dermal fillers, lasers, vampire facials and botox. Today we are going to focus on botox as a treatment option.
Botox was approved by the FDA in 1989 and is the most common cosmetic procedure performed in the United States. To correct perioral wrinkles, or lip lines(mainly caused from smoking) botox is injected into the lip line and can smooth the wrinkles drastically. Depending on the severity of the wrinkles, patients can see a difference with one treatment and then come back a few times a year to keep the wrinkles smooth. Ethos Spa also suggests using sunscreen and moisturizer to protect the face on a daily basis as a preventative measure.
Ready to get rid of those smokers lines? Contact us today to schedule your complimentary consultation. We will have you looking younger for the holiday season!
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We have patients who come to us because they are bothered by a “gummy smile”. A gummy smile is described as the gums being longer than the teeth, a short upper lip or short teeth. When the person smiles, the upper lip expands so much that a line of pink gums are exposed showing more gums than teeth. The traditional treatment for this problem has been gingivectomy – a surgery that removes extra gums and can be very painful and costly. Botox can fix a gummy smile with no downtime!
Botox in the upper lip can help fix this issue! Botox can be injected into the upper lip muscles which then paralyzes the muscle inhibiting the contraction of the upper lip to prevent the appearance of the gummy smile. Botox is quick and easy and requires no downtime. As with any procedure, be sure to only receive botox treatments from a licensed and trained professional. Too much botox in this area can produce an uneven smile. Ready to get rid of your gummy smile? Contact us today to schedule your consultation.
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Do you protect your chest the same way you do your face? The face isn’t the only place you should be using sunscreen every day. The chest and neck area should be covered on a daily basis as well. If you are noticing wrinkles in this area it’s not too late to soften the wrinkles in the chest area. Botox and dermal fillers can help reverse the aging process.
Botox is a good treatment to soften wrinkles in the neck and chest areas. Some women get lines around their neck that look like necklaces and we call these necklace lines. Botox is a great way to treat this area. Be sure to use a professional who is trained to use Botox in this area as the skin around the neck and in the cleavage area is thinner than other places on the body.
Dermal fillers are also recommended to fill in the wrinkles in these sensitive areas. Fillers can be injected into the area and will soften the appearance of the fine lines helping your chest look younger in appearance. Be sure to use sunscreen on a regular basis after either treatment to help slow the aging process.
Ready to get rid of those wrinkles? Contact us today to schedule your next appointment.
Removing unwanted hair has become a popular procedure for both men and women. But what are the hair removal options for light colored hair patients? Laser hair removal is a great and easy option, but not always what we first recommend for patients with light colored hair and skin. Electrolysis may be a better option for these clients.
Laser hair removal is a process that has been used for many years on thousands of patients. The laser targets and destroys the hair follicle while saving the surrounding tissue. The laser is attracted to the pigment of darker hair and blonde or even grey hair does not have enough pigment to have a successful treatment. Laser hair removal can treat a larger area in a shorter amount of time, but may not be successful for clients with light colored skin and/or hair.
We recommend electrolysis for our clients with light colored skin and/or hair. Electrolysis is the permanent removal of unwanted hair. The process is removing each individual hair by a chemical or heat source. A probe is entered into each follicle and then removed by tweezers. This is the best option for light colored hair as it does not require a laser. We recommend several treatments because the hair grows at different schedules.
Still not sure which procedure is best for your hair/skin color? Call our office or click here to schedule your complimentary consultation. We will get rid of that unwanted hair for you!
Have you been considering laser hair removal in your bikini area? Many women have questions when it comes to how much to get removed. It is becoming more commonplace for women to choose Brazilian laser hair removal. By removing all of the hair in the pubic area, women can feel fresh and clean every single day. Bathing suits and lingerie have become narrower exposing more than before. Having this procedure done enables our patients to be worry free about the last time they shaved or waxed.
The traditional bikini area includes the sides of the pubic area and may include some hair from the top of the region. The Brazilian laser hair removal includes removing all of the hair in your pubic area. Some women may choose to leave a stripe, triangle or other custom shape.
Full Brazilian includes removing all of the hair in the pubic area including the labia’s and all the way around the back. The Brazilian with a stripe includes all of the hair except for a small stripe in the center of the region. The Brazilian with a triangle leaves a small triangle above the region and some patients choose to have a custom design*. Please check with your nurse to be sure that the design can be achieved.
Still unsure about what is best for you? Give us a call and schedule a free consultation.
