What? Where? Why?

The idea of getting fillers and/or injectables can be extremely overwhelming and intimidating. Don’t let what you don’t know scare you away.

These products can be used to help reverse the signs of aging and can leave you looking young a youthful.

THE WRINKLE FREEZERS (Botox, Dysport, Xeomin)

Botulinum toxin works beneath the skin’s surface to target underlying muscle activity that is responsible for the formation of those dreaded frown lines and crow’s feet. One of the biggest myths is that you want to start this procedure after the lines from. The truth is Botulinum Toxin is best used as a preventative agent, so lets stop those wrinkles before they have time to start!

THE WRINKLE FILLERS (Juvederm, Restylane, Perlane, and Belotero)

These fillers are all composed of hyaluronic acid, which is a natural substance found in your body. With age your natural level of hyaluronic acid decreases resulting in the loss of youthful smoothness, firmness and elasticity. Fillers will help you smooth wrinkles, sculpt lips, and contour the face.

THE VOLUMIZING FILLERS (Radiesse, Sculptra, and Voluma)

These are thicker fillers that stimulate collagen production. This option is best for patients looking to treat very deep folds, creases, and refill volume that is lost in their mid-face. They provide volume and lift to the cheeks, jowls, and temples.  

Still have questions? Come see us for a cosmetic consult!  Dr. Lily can tell you which products will be best for you.

Cosmetics are Not Only for Women

Myth: Cosmetic treatments are only for women.

Fact: Men get cosmetic treatments all the time.

The goal of cosmetic procedures is to make individuals look like refreshed versions of themselves. Men and women require different treatment approaches because they have different facial structures. Simply, men and women age differently. There is no “one size fits all” approach to cosmetic treatments. My secret to treating men with cosmetics is tailoring the treatment to their masculine features so they do not look overdone or feminine. 

Whether you are a gentlemen who is unaware of your cosmetic options, or a girl who’s trying to think of a gift idea for her guy, you should consider the following treatments this season:

Botox: the most common cosmetic treatment among men

The injection of Botox into facial muscles temporarily relaxes the muscles in the face and reduces the appearance of fine lines caused by facial activity. Etched in frown lines between your eyebrows and around your eyes can make you look fatigued, aged, or unhappy. Reducing the appearance of fine lines with Botox is safe, easy, quick, and will make you look rested!

CoolSculpting: permanent fat loss. No needles. No downtime. No joke.

Are you sick of bulges on your abdomen? Flanks? Arms? Thighs? Whether you hit the gym or not, we can permanently freeze fat cells with this non-surgical, non-invasive treatment. There is no anesthesia, downtime, needles, or pain. This device gives you liposuction-like results without all the hassle and risk of invasive treatments. With each one-hour treatment 20% of fat cells are permanently deleted! Come in on your lunch break to finally get rid of that unwanted fat! It’s so relaxing that we have you watch a movie and relax during treatment. Treatments are convenient performed Monday through Saturday!

Fillers: noninvasive facial enhancement

Injectable fillers are used to reduce the appearance of volume loss naturally caused by aging. Enhancing the facial structure with fillers can make individuals look like refreshed and youthful versions of themselves. Treatments are tailored to facial structures depending on how they have naturally aged. Men often get fillers on the lower half of the face to strengthen the jawline. This treatment can be performed in minutes!

Laser treatments: take years off your skin

Our most popular laser the Fraxel laser. This laser treatment is a great option for men who do not want to deal with a lot of upkeep. Fraxel treats acne scars, brown spots caused by sun damage, and fine lines by resurfacing the skin. Laser resurfacing will also tighten the skin. Treat your face, chest, hands, back, and more! Less than a week of downtime will take years off of your skin. Our pulsed dye laser could also be for you; this painless treatment will reduce the appearance of skin redness and broken blood vessels that cannot otherwise be treated.

Chemical peels & Microdermabrasions: spa treatments for everyone

Performed by our medical esthetician these non-invasive treatments treat skin discoloration, acne scars, enlarged pores, and more. All spa services are listed on our spa website, skinkure.com.

Get your guy a gift certificate OR help him schedule his appointment today at (703) 356-5111. 

The NOTICEABLE difference between corrective makeup and camouflage makeup

Acne scars, pigmentation, melasma - if you have these, you struggle to cover them up. But instead of hiding them, why not treat them?

Be careful when purchasing makeup, however, because there is a big difference between over-the-counter corrective makeup and skin camouflage products. For example, skin camouflage products are designed to last 8-16 hours and are significantly water resistant making them harder to wash off at the end of the day. A great way to avoid that "caked on"  look is to apply an oil-free tinted moisturizer like our Avene Tinted Compact with SPF or Revision's Intellishade Matte. 

Now if you are looking to really cover up a stubborn dark spot or scar try Dermablend Cover Cream or Foundation. It's great for both moderate to major imperfections. Warning: markup should enhance your beauty, not make you look fake. We are here to not only make you look beautiful, but feel beautiful as well.

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What's in your makeup? There's an app for that!

Are you worried about possible harmful ingredients in your cosmetics? Download this app on your phone!

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Study finds that women lose soft facial tissue faster than men...

A recent article found that "women experience a sharp loss in facial-tissue volume at the age of 30 to 60 before the rate levels off, while men experience a more gradual decline." 

Signs of aging can be prevented ladies. Call to schedule your filler appointment today! (702) 356-5111.

" I Have Sensitive Skin! " But Do You Really?

Q: What exactly does “sensitive skin” mean?

A: The term “sensitive skin” is a marketing expression that really has no medical definition.

With over 60% of the population claiming they fall victim to so-called “sensitive skin,” it is easy to see why so many cosmetic companies market their products to this group.

There are three types of skin that tend to make up the population of sensitive skin sufferers: subjects with rosacea, subjects with atopic dermatitis, and subjects with cosmetic intolerance syndrome.

Tips:

1. Avoid over washing of the face.

2. Avoid products with fragrance, formulated with propylene glycol, lanolin, and paragons.

3. Moisturize 2 x a day to preserve the normal layer of the skin.

4. Avoid treatments with retinol, glycol acid or peels.

5. Test it...before you buy it.

Introducing Lizette!

Get Always Perfect Eyebrows in an Instant!

Introducing, Lizette, our new line of under eye concealers, conditioning mascaras, and 

the perfect eyebrow.

Come by the office this week for a true color match.

Spring Cleaning Edition: Is Your Medicine Cabinet Up to Code?

The name “medicine cabinet” is unfit for what should be held in this very important space of your home. Believe it or not, medicines are not the best items to keep here. Not only is it open to anyone including kids and snooping houseguests, the medicines that are here may be altered by the temperature and moisture. Many topical creams and ointments need to be kept in a cool dark area. Oral medications also require non-humid, cool environments, where as some even need refrigeration.

This area is also a place for medicines to sit and spoil. We often forget about how fast medications expire. Skin creams with retinol, hydroquinone, and acne medications often not only become ineffective, they can cause rashes or skin irritation if expired. The best rule of thumb is ‘when in doubt, throw it out.’ Just be sure you are disposing the medicine in an FDA approved manner. See www.fda.gov, ‘How to Dispose of Unused Medicines.’

Even if you don’t keep medicines in your medicine cabinet you should always keep it clean! Most people simply wipe the mirror in the front of the cabinet! Do yourself a favor tonight (in light of spring) and give your medicine cabinet a deep clean.

1) Remove everything

2) Throw out the old medicines and cosmetics, check expirations

3) Wipe clean

1)  Organize your favorite products and replace anything you had to purge!

2)  Keep topical antibiotics, skin creams, sunscreen, all within a tight cap and in a locked drawer or linen closet.

Good timeline for products:

-       3-5 years: Eye and lip pencils, hair styling products

-       2-3 years: shampoo, conditioner, shower gel, body lotion, perfume, foundation, lipstick, lip-gloss

-       2 years: Bar soap, shaving cream, deodorant

-       1 year: Nail polish, bath oil

-       3-4 months: Mascara and liquid eyeliner

*Anti-aging, acne treatment, and sunscreen shelf life depends on expiration dates on the bottle.

Take the first steps to your Spring-cleaning efforts and give your medicine cabinet a check-up!

Are You a Lancome Lover?

Lancome Paris Introduces a Revolutionary Eyeshadow to the Market: Color Design Infinite 24H

Lancome's new line of eyeshadow has taken the market by storm.  Everyone is raving about their Color Design Infinite 24.  These luminous eye colors last 24 hours without creasing, smudging, or fading. These creamy eyeshadows are rich in texture and intense in color. Currently, they are available in 15 shades ranging from light beige to metallic black. Bright purple and shimmering gold are two of Lancome's best sellers.  Each eyeshadow retails for $24.50.  Expect Lancome to come out with additional colors just in time for the holidays!

Warning, these eyeshadows are not for makeup novices. These intense colors pack a powerful punch so apply lightly the first time you use them!

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