Interest in skin care and anti-aging remedies have been around for centuries.
We know that the Egyptians were a very advanced society in many ways. Egyptian women were knowledgeable in the anti-aging remedies of their time and used the acid in citrus fruits for exfoliation. Even today, acids continue to be used as anti-aging remedies.
What happens as we age?
• Cell turnover decreases
• Collagen and elastin break down
• Skin looses resilience
Causal effects:
• Sun exposure
• Pollution
• Aging
• Hormonal Change
• Stress
OVER THE COUNTER VS. PRESCRIPTION PRODUCTS
Cosmo-Ceuticals or over the counter creams: treats the skin by plumping the outside of the cell. Prescription strength products are stronger and often penetrate the cell or affect the ability of the cell to hold onto moisture from the inside.
Non-Surgical Options
CHIN REDUCTION
KYBELLA® is a prescription medicine used in adults to improve the appearance and profile of moderate to severe fat below the chin (submental fat), also called “double chin.”
WRINKLE REDUCTION
With real, noticeable results, no surgery and no recovery time, there are many reasons why BOTOX® Cosmetic has been chosen by millions of women and their doctors. BOTOX® Cosmetic may be the one for you. You may feel that the moderate to severe glabellar lines between your brows make you look tired or unapproachable, or have other reasons for being curious about BOTOX® Cosmetic. Ask your doctor about BOTOX® Cosmetic to find out if it is right for you.
Prescription Dysport® is an injection used to temporarily improve the look of your moderate to severe frown lines without changing the look of your whole face. The untreated facial muscles still work normally, allowing you to freely show facial expressions, such as smiling, in untreated areas.
DERMAL FILLERS
JUVÉDERM® XC is the smooth gel filler that your doctor uses to instantly smooth away wrinkles around your mouth and nose. With just one treatment, you’ll get smooth and natural-looking results that last up to a year. Everyone’s skin ages differently and JUVÉDERM® XC may be used to rejuvenate multiple problem areas.* From smile lines to vertical lip lines, you can smooth away unwanted wrinkles and restore natural contours.
The Restylane family of products includes Restylane, Restylane-L, Perlane, and Perlane-L. These products can be used to add volume and fullness to the skin to correct moderate to severe facial wrinkles and folds, such as the lines from your nose to the corners of your mouth (nasolabial folds). Restylane and Restylane-L may also be used for lip enhancement in patients over 21 years. Ask your doctor which is right for you.
Ideal wrinkle reduction is achieved by replenishing your skin’s lost volume. Upon injection, RADIESSE® Volumizing Filler immediately provides the volume and lift needed to diminish the signs of aging because of the calcium-based microspheres and gel that comprise the product. But what’s unique about RADIESSE Volumizing Filler is that it acts as a scaffold under the skin, providing structure and stimulating your own natural collagen to grow.
The first facial injectable that gives you subtle results over time. Replacing lost collagen. Giving you a more natural-looking appearance, without giving you away. A full treatment of Sculptra Aesthetic, an average of three injection sessions over a few months, can last more than two years. Sculptra Aesthetic works to replace lost collagen in a series of treatments administered by a Sculptra Aesthetic trained physician. On average, three injection sessions are needed over a period of a few months. The number of injection sessions and the number of injections per session vary from person to person.
COSMETICS
ZO Skin Health, Inc. develops and delivers innovative skincare solutions that optimize skin health based on the latest advances in skin therapy technologies, unique delivery systems, bioengineered complexes, and exclusive formulations. ZO Skin Health, Inc. bridges the gap between therapeutic treatments and daily care.
Obagi offers a range of products for all ages and all skin types for beautiful, healthy looking skin.
Changing the way patients around the world think about skin health, ViPeel offers innovative chemical peels and corrective clinical daily care products.
Since there is not one single cause of dark circles, Teamine® was formulated to effectively address dark circles in multiple ways for all skin types. It visibly diminishes dark under-eye circles, smooths the look of fines lines and wrinkles, and firms and brightens skin and provides antioxidant benefits.
LONGER, FULLER LASHES
