SPRINKLE ON THE CINNAMON, RESEARCH SUGGESTS. One of the most common requests at medical spas is for fat reduction. Be it Coolsculpting, liposuction, or Kybella injections, customers are turning to fat-fighting treatments to help slim their waistline and other problem areas. As effective as …Read more »
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Five Important Tips on Keeping Client’s Skin Hydrated This Winter
Dry, dehydrated skin often affects clients in the winter months, leaving them feeling frustrated and, dare we say, Scrooge-like. However, the right cosmetics and skincare regimen can keep dry, flakey skin at bay. Here are some quick tips on how to avoid it. “To avoid dry skin, be sure to encourage clients to hydrate their lips every day and choose the right lip formula for winter. Also, pass on using face powder and choose liquid/creamy makeup formulas.” —Alicia Grande, CEO, “It’s essential to always drink water and cut down on caffeine, which can be very dehydrating. Also, hydrating the skin …Read more »
The Latest in Noninvasive Facial Rejuvenation
With scientists working overtime to advance virtual reality, gene editing, artificial intelligence, 3D printing and much more, it’s a shame for aging faces everywhere that they still haven’t prototyped a time machine. Not only are skincare pros offering boosters and device-driven techniques that nip photodamage, wrinkles and sagging skin in the bud, but even cosmetic surgeons recommend comprehensive topical skin care as an integral way to maximize facelifts’ results. But facial surgery’s postprocedure downtime and potential for long-term side effects is driving many aesthetic consumers toward noninvasive, time-erasing alternatives. Here, DAYSPA presents the latest and greatest ways you …Read more »
Is Moringa Really a Superfood?
What is Moringa? The Moringa oleifera tree is a small tree that is native to India but that grows in many parts of the world. The entire tree is considered edible and it is known for its long twisted pods, from which it derives its name. “Murungai” means “twisted pod” in the Tamil language. The same properties that make Moringa beneficial in fighting malnourishment lead many to believe that this plant is beneficial for everyone. It is well-documented for its nutritive abilities and there are even supplement …Read more »
Top 10 Surprising Benefits Of Soursop Leaves For Skin, Hair And Health
Soursop also known as graviola and (Hanuman Phal / Laxman Phal) in Hindi is a fruit that has its origin in the forests of South America, Africa and Southeast Asia. This is an evergreen broad leaved tree whose every part is useful and has medicinal properties. This fruit is extremely delicious with a sharp aroma and a sweet-sour taste which is basically a combination of the taste of pineapple and strawberry. Recently, it has gained attention and popularity due to its natural cancer cell killing properties. Apart from its anti- cancer properties, it has several other medical benefits. Soursop leaves …Read more »
Acne is the most common skin disorder in the U.S
yet a cure remains elusive. Current treatments, including topical medications that decrease sebum or kill bacteria; oral medications such as birth control pills, antibiotics or isotretinoin; and lasers or light-based treatments, can offer temporary relief. But concerns about antibiotic resistance, combined with the serious risks—and associated regulations—of isotretinoin, are driving the development of new alternatives. “Dermatologists are essentially using 40-year-old therapies to treat acne, but they are increasingly worried about the problem of antibiotic resistance, which the World Health Organization calls ‘one of the biggest threats to global health,’” says G. Scott Herron, MD, PhD, medical director of BioPharmX, …Read more »
BEAUTY UNDER 30 YEARS
It is no secret standards of beauty are changing. Pale skin was once the best way to let others know you were too elite to work the fields in the bronzing sun, and even Marilyn Monroe, arguably America’s greatest sex symbol, would be considered plump by today’s standards. While none of this is surprising, what may be surprising is just how much preferences have changed in only 27 years. THE MOST BEAUTIFUL PEOPLE STUDY In a recent study, Neelam A. Vashi, M.D. of the Boston University School of Medicine, along with other researchers, hypothesized that recent changes in ideas of …Read more »
Is Chocolate Good For Your Skin?
There are few things in life that chocolate can’t fix. PMS? A bad day? A break-up? Grab yourself a Snickers bar and everything will be A-OK. But there’s one thing you probably haven’t tried the cocoa cure-all for yet: Your skin problems. So, is it really possible that chocolate is good for your skin? “Chocolate makes us feel good and increases endorphins and decreases stress. This can result in less oxidative damage and less collagen reduction,” says Dr. Purvisha Patel. Patel is a board certified dermatologist, Mohs and cosmetic surgeon, dermatology faculty at the University of Tennessee, owner of Advanced Dermatology …Read more »
The Secret to Shiny Hair and Glowing Skin
Black Castor Oil (Ricinus communis) joins the growing catalog of more than 500 certified organic and conventional natural ingredients for personal care product development at Natural Sourcing, LLC. Though extracted from the same castor seeds as pale pressed castor oil, Natural Sourcing’s Black Castor Oil is authentically produced by roasting the castor seeds for an extended period of time prior to extraction of the oil. Roasting the seeds increases the ash content and lends a rich, dark hue to the oil. No solvents or chemicals are used to produce Natural Sourcing Black Castor Oil. After production, Natural Sourcing Black …Read more »
Significance of Diet and Oral Supplementation in Acne Vulgaris
Acne vulgaris is one of the most common skin diseases in the world. There are many factors involved in its pathogenesis. The dermatosis is characterized by seborrhoea and the formation of comedones, pustules, and papules and is very unpleasant for patients. Recent data have shown that there may be a connection between acne, diet, and dietary supplements. Researchers have found that milk and dairy products, high glycaemic load, and a diet low in omega-3 fatty acids can aggravate acne. On the other hand, there is also a hypothesis that oral supplementation can be beneficial. Supplements cited as beneficial are products …Read more »