Microdermabrasion

Chemical peeling uses a chemical solution in order to improve the skin’s appearance. Chemical peeling involves the application of chemical agents that act to accelerate the normal process of exfoliation. Possible complications associated with chemical peels may include AHA Peels – mild peels including glycolic acid and salicylic acid peels. TCA Peels – moderate peels, which burn the skin to remove skin layers. These are usually performed by doctors. Phenol Peels – severe peels that may require hospitalization. Phenol Peels are slowly being replaced by multiple treatments of TCA peels, as TCA peels allow the patient to heal a lot faster than Phenol Peels. DIY Chemical Peels are often a mixture of AHA and TCA peels combined.

Chemical peels can be performed on the face, neck, chest, hands, arms, and legs. A chemical peel is most commonly performed for cosmetic reasons, to enhance appearance and self-confidence, and may be performed in conjunction with a facelift. Chemical peels all come with the same ingredients, but with different concentrations, which is labeled on the peel you decide to purchase. A good chemical peel would soften up the top layers of skin, and over the period of a week, the skin would gently start to flake off. When the top layers of skin fall off, new, red, fresh skin would start to show. A good chemical peel would soften up the top layers of skin, and over the period of a week, the skin would gently start to flake off.

TCA peels are a medium strength peel used to induce a more profound resurfacing effect on the skin. Phenol, trichloroacetic acid (TCA), and alphahydroxy acids (AHAs) are used for chemical peels. Anesthesia is not usually required for TCA peels because the chemical solution acts as an anesthetic. Although, sedation may be used before and during the procedure to help the patient relax. Acid peels another type of chemical peel, typically use alpha hydroxy acid (AHA) to treat ailments such as dry skin, acne, sun spots and other skin problems. It is possible for a superficial burn to occur if the solution is left on too long or something has happened to make the skin more sensitive. Colour abnormality or variation may be more pronounced after the peel.

By: Juliet Cohen

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You want younger, fresher looking skin, but you don’t have the money or desire to go through the invasive process of a facelift. What other type of facial skin rejuvenation techniques are there that could produce age-reducing effects? Fortunately, there are several different methods of skin treatments available today that don’t involve incisions, stitches, or a whole lot of money. Three of the best options today are laser skin resurfacing, microdermabrasion, and facials.

Laser skin resurfacing is an excellent way to turn the clock back ten years on your face by eliminating your wrinkles, laugh lines, and crow’s feet. The skin on your face is resurfaced with the aid of a carbon dioxide laser which gently removes the oldest, top layers. The eradication of these layers allows new, healthy surface to cover the area and natural collagen production is stimulated to give you a tighter, smoother look.

The procedure is done under local anesthesia and there will be little or no pain afterwards. It does take about two weeks for rawness and swelling to subside as the new surface fills in and heals. The redness will continue for up to 3 months after which you will be able to enjoy the full benefit of the procedure. The risks include possible scarring, infection, or cold sore breakouts. Ideal candidates include basically anyone wanting to erase wrinkles, but results will be most dramatic for those with light complexions. The cost can run anywhere from $1000 to $3000.

Another great option is the microdermabrasion, or the power peel. This is a procedure that takes less than an hour and is very safe. It is most commonly used to get rid of acne, stretch marks, wrinkles, and age spots. Microdermabrasion involves blasting your face with a jet of tiny crystals made up of aluminum oxide, zinc oxide, corundum, sodium chloride, sodium bicarbonate, and magnesium oxide. These crystals clear out all the old dead skin cells, opening up your pores and leaving fresh, new surface on the face. You may have to have several treatments, depending on the extent of damage on facial surface, but after a few days when it becomes a little dry and flaky, you will have a younger look that will last for several years. There are virtually no risks involved and the cost of the procedure run in the range of $75 to $200.

And of course, you have the option of the basic facial. While the results will not be as dramatic and you may have to get treatments every four to six weeks, the cost is lower and there is very little risk of infection or complications. A facial consists of good cleansing of your skin by a licensed esthetician. The esthetician analyzes your skin with the use of a bright magnifying lamp, after which she exfoliates it with a vapor stream. This is followed by a facial massage, a mud mask, and the application of moisturizing creams. Anyone can get a facial as there are basically no risk factors and the cost is about $30 to $75 dollars.

So before you invest time and money into a complicated face lift surgery, check into the great skin rejuvenation options available. You will probably end up saving yourself a lot of pain and money!

By: Abigail Aaronson

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Acne treatment is incomplete without removing the dirty looking acne scars. Acne may go away but the scars remain for a lifetime. Many treatments are suggested for treatment of acne scars. Out of these chemical peeling and laser are very popular. Let us compare both of them.

Acne scars- treatment with chemical peeling-

Chemical peeling is one of the popular cosmetic procedures to remove old skin and get a fresh new skin. Chemical peeling is also called derma-peeling or chemexfoliation. As the name implies, in this procedure, the skin is peeled off with chemicals and when the new skin grows it is fresh and with lesser sun damage and wrinkles. Depending on the strength of the peeling chemical, the peeling procedure may be called- superficial, medium-depth or deep. The name refers to the depth of the skin to which the chemical peels off the old skin.

The common chemicals used for chemical peeling are alpha hydroxy acids (AHAs), trichloroacetic acid and phenol. Your doctor may also choose other chemicals to get the desired result. With superficial peeling, you can go back to work immediately while after getting medium or deep peeling done, you may have to let the new skin grow for some days before you go out. The pain and trouble associated with peeling also depends on the depth to which peeling is done. Superficial peeling will remove fine lines, wrinkles etc. while with deep peeling, deep scars and pre-cancerous sun damage gets removed.

Acne scars- treatment with lasers

A laser is focused high energy light. The scientific name of LASER is ‘Light Amplification by Stimulated Emission of Radiation’. Ordinary light emits photons in all the directions and consists of many wavelengths. Unlike that, laser emits photons in a single direction and consists of a single wavelength. Laser therefore has very high energy and can be focused on any object or in any direction. In laser skin resurfacing, the laser burns away the unwanted skin tissues bloodlessly and gives a new shape with precise control.

Laser resurfacing is a bloodless process and doctors can control the resurfacing more accurately with it. The risk of infection is also low with this procedure. With latest lasers available, this process is revolutionizing the procedure of facial resurfacing and scar removal.

Both lasers and chemical peeling give good results. Lasers are more expensive than chemical peeling. Lasers can also be controlled much better than chemical peeling. But chemical peeling is much cheaper.

By: CD Mohatta

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dominique b asked:

im mid 20’s looking to cover pit holes caused from spots, any suggestions? even if its surgary, iv tried everything!

Acne, commonly called pimples, is an inflammatory disease of the skin. It is caused by changes in the pilosebaceous. The most common form of acne is known as “acne vulgaris”, which means “common acne”. The hair folicles are blocked by the combination of oils and dead skin cells. Comedones, papules, pustules, nodules and inflammatory cysts are the different types of acme lesions. They are mainly caused on the face, chest, back, shoulders and upper arms. These acne lesions are inflamed form of pus-filled reddish bumps that appear mainly during adolescence.

There are various factors causing acne. Some of them are the hormonal activities like the menstrual cycle and increased output of hormones from the adrenal glands. Accumulation of dead skin cells, bacteria in the pores, skin irritation or scratching, use of antibiotic steroids, use of medication containing halogens, lithium, barbiturates or androgens, and exposure to high levels of chlorine compounds can also cause acne.

Ace treatments can be done with the help of benzoyl peroxide, proactive solution, antibiotics, tretinion, isotretinion, contraceptive pills, salicylic acid, adapalene, laser treatment, blue light treatment and herbal remedies. 90% of adolescents have acne. Acne can be treated in various ways. Exfoliating the skin, using topical bactericidals, topical antibiotics, oral antibiotics, hormonal treatment, external retinoids, oral retinoids, and phototherapy are some of the methods of treating acne. The non inflammatory acne can be treated with azelaic, salicytic acid, topical retinoids and benzoyl peroxide. The mild inflammatory acme can be treated with topical antibiotics. Isotretinion and topical retinoids are used to treat moderate inflammatory acne. Contraceptive pills with cyproterone can be used by females with virilization to treat severe inflammatory acne.

Acne often leaves a scar behind. There are various scar treatments to remove the mark -

·Dermabrasion - A high-speed rotary wire brush or diamond-coated fraise is used to remove the top layer of the skin to make the scar look less pitted. This is done by a cosmetic surgeon.

·Microdermabrasion - It involves blasting tiny crystals at the skin and rubbing the skin with a rough tool.

·Laser resurfacing - The top layer of the skin is burnt off by a laser.

·Punch excision - A punch tool is used, with the help of which the scar is excised, and the edges are sutured together.

·Chemical peels - Glycolic, salicylic, or lactic are applied to the skin to get a smoother layer in an acid peel.

·Subcision - A deep pool of blood is created under the scar by detaching the scar from deeper tissue. This blood helps form a connective tissue under the scar, thus levelling it with the surface.

·Dermal filler - An injectable filler is used to fill up the scar.

Mantaining a good hygeine with proper diet and medications help to reduce the occurance of acme, thus boosting your confidence level and self esteem.

By: Barney Garcia

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Teenagers and adults alike suffer from acne. This is a common skin problem where pimples cause the skin to break out.

Blackheads and whiteheads on the face are also considered as acne, as well as the deep lumps or nodules that affect the skin.

The area that is most commonly affected by acne is the face. However, it can also be found on other parts of the body, like the back, chest, neck, shoulders and the upper arms.

Being a common skin condition, there are several over-the-counter products that you can use to help prevent acne. The problem, however, is they do not always work.

Depending on a person’s skin type, being affected by acne might be a more serious problem, and the pimples, if not properly treated, could cause a permanent scar.

Aside from the physical scars that could be left by acne, it can also cause you an emotional scar if you do not get proper treatment. Having acne decreases one’s morale and self-confidence.

Society’s obsession with beauty might cause you to treat acne like a rare disease, instead of it being a treatable and normal skin condition.

Having clear and acne-free skin is one that we all strive for. Fortunately, there are hundreds of ways to get rid of acne.

Aside from the bottled formula promising to give you that flawless look, there are also some medical treatments that you can undergo to help prevent acne.

‘Acne Chemical Peels 101′

Plastic surgery and face lift are just some of the remedies available to restore your youthful look.

If you do not want to be ‘under the knife’ and you prefer a much kinder treatment to enhance your beauty, one option is to have a chemical peel.

Chemical peels remove the outer layer of the skin where the damaged outer skin layers lie. This damage to the outer skin layer can be caused by exposure to sun and dirt, as well as applying cosmetics on the face.

Here, a chemical solution is applied on the affected area to literally ‘peel off’ the outer skin layer. Thus, a whole new layer of skin comes out which gives you that rosy look and youthful glow.

Basically, there are three types of chemical peel.

First is the mild peel which only removes the very first layer of the skin. This is the type of chemical peel that can be used to treat acne. It also helps get rid of old pimple scars and basically evens out the skin.

The second type is the medium peel which goes a little deeper than the mild peel. The treatment will cause redness and chafing immediately after the procedure. The result is a younger look because it helps remove wrinkles and evens out your skin pigmentation.

Finally, there is the deep chemical peel which is rarely used because it removes several skin layers. Consult a dermatologist before considering to undergo this treatment.

All in all, chemical peels are a great way to get rid of acne. This is an inexpensive, yet effective and simple procedure to finally remove those acne scars and have a clear, beautiful skin that you can be proud of.

By: Dave Poon

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There are numerous benefits of microdermabrasion to get rid of acne. One of the most salient advantages is that there is absolutely no downtime after treatment. The procedure evolved from a technique called dermabrasion. Dermabrasion has been around for many decades and was traditionally used to treat severe scarring by polishing the uppermost surface of the skin with an abrasive, metallic attachment . This highly effective technique requires recovery time and anesthesia. Microdermabrasion is much gentler and does less invasive skin-resurfacing.

It employs specially formulated solutions that are packed with the power of micro-crystals. The re-surfacing wand gently cleans your skin tissues and drives out dead skin cells, oil, and entrenched contaminants. A new skin surface is revealed, much healthier and revitalized. The treatment is completely painless, and should feel like a deep tissue massage.

This “lunch break” facial accommodates even the busiest schedule. Not only is the treatment quick, it’s also versatile. You can even perform a microdermabrasion session on yourself from the comfort of your home. Many home systems can even be incorporated into your morning routine. Ask your local salon about treatment deals.

Perhaps the best of all microdermabrasion benefits is that there are no pain-causing chemicals, scalpels, or lasers involved. Microdermabrasion does not utilize any of these tools or chemicals, therefore effectively erasing all risks, recovery time, and commitment for comparable results.

Microdermabrasion costs only a fraction of the thousands of dollars that most cosmetic surgeries and other invasive skin enhancing treatments cost. Microdermabrasion is just a fraction of the cost. Home kits can be bought for as low as $20. Professional spa clinicians and medical professionals offer microdermabrasions treatments for as low a $100.

Microdermabrasion fuses beauty and health into a single treatment, providing a safe alternative to invasive, skin-resurfacing techniques. So with peace of mind, indulge your skin with one of the most innovative and effective skincare techniques to come along in decades. As always, consult your doctor or skin care specialist on any treatment program.

Although Microdermabasion has many advantages, it is suitable for only certain types of skin and severity of acne scarring. Microdermabrasion may not show any results at all for some, especially those with medium and severe scarring. For a complete guide to getting rid of acne scars get yourself a copy of the Acne Scar Book.

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By: S.mares

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Men have also started booking appointments at salons or spas these days. They also go for eyebrow waxing to boast the much hyped ‘metrosexual’ look. With celebrated men like David Beckham boasting nicely-shaped brows, it seems that men aren’t settling for less. This has increased the popularity of laser hair removal treatment. In a latest survey it was revealed that, 86% of the male, nowadays, get their eyebrows waxed. Getting eyebrows waxed isn’t a good option when you have easily available laser hair removal treatment.

You will be shocked to know that up to 22% of women in North America have excessive or unwanted facial hair. This unwanted facial hair usually affects the quality of life for many individuals and they are compelled to rid themselves of unwanted body hair. With the help of laser hair removal, you can easily get rid of unwanted body hair which is dictated by popular culture and appearance anxieties.

Having body hair is undesirable for various patients having cultural, social, cosmetic, or psychological reasons. Unwanted hair generally results in feelings of embarrassment or emotional burden, but why to worry when laser hair removal treatment is at your service. If you are in Chicago and looking for the reliable laser hair removal treatment, Advanced Laser Clinics is there for you.

Advanced Laser Clinics offers various treatments such as laser hair removal, light pulse skin renewal, microdermabrasion, and chemical peels. All these treatments are not just safe but also affordable. Advanced Laser Clinics makes sure that it uses adequate and safe methods for not just laser hair removal but also for all other treatments. It houses some of the highly trained medical technicians making laser hair removal an effective form of treatment for unwanted body hair.

Advanced Laser Clinics’ IPL Photofacial treatment is also FDA approved & ensuring 100% results with no or minimal side effects. There is a misconception that laser treatment involves certain side effects. This misconception has been disregarded by the technicians working at Advanced Laser Clinics. They say that this treatment is not just safe but also result oriented. In laser hair removal treatment, a laser beam basically killing the hair follicles is emitted. However, result of this treatment may vary from your skin pigmentation and the color of your hair.

For this Advanced Laser Clinics’ technicians analyze your skin and according to that design a program for you. This program determines how many sittings you will be undergoing. The biggest benefit of getting laser hair removal treatment at Advanced Laser Clinics is that this treatment is pocket friendly. This means you don’t have to spill thousands of dollars for undergoing this treatment. What you are waiting for, if you wish to know more about laser hair removal, chemical peels and microdermabarision, just click www.advancedlaserskin.com.

By: Namrita

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ernestoria asked:

I am new to London and I need to find an excellent surgeon or dermatologist but I have no idea how to start apart from looking up on the internet. I’d like people who has had Dermabrasion or Laser Resurfacing to direct me to the right surgeons/clinics.

I have lots of scars on my face as a result of a strong acne during my teens. I want a plastic surgery sort of treatment to get rid of the scars. I am male, 27. I know the best things is dermabrasion or laser resurfacing. Any ideas? any tips? Anyone know a good surgeon that preferebly give a initial consultation free?

Many thanks