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Best Wishes for 2012!

2012 is here and so are yearly resolutions. We all have bad skin habits to break, so why not add some skin care resolutions? Below is a list of our top 5 bad habits to break for the New Year.

1. Stop touching your face

Trying to self treat blemishes or other imperfections on your face can mostly lead to making the problem worse. Stay away from facial extractors available in your local drugstore, and leave it to a professional.

2. Appointments

For healthy skin, be sure to keep monthly appointments with your aesthetician, dermatologist, or doctor. And don’t forget to make an appointment for a yearly mole check up!

3. Stop sleeping with your makeup on

Once you get in the habit of cleansing your skin before bedtime, it will become routine and your skin will thank you!

4. Sunscreen

Levels of SPF can be found in almost any beauty product these days, so there really aren’t any excuses on why you are skipping this life saving step.

5. Set your own skin care goals

Setting skin care goals can only lead to you fully achieving what you would like most for your skin. We all have them, we just need to stick with them and the results will truly be rewarding…a younger looking you!

Best wishes for the New Year and new improved you!

In this segment, we want to focus on the importance of your skin and why being treated by a professional is of the utmost importance.

Commercials and advertisements are great at targeting certain skin care issues that may or may not pertain to you, but yet we buy them anyway. There is not a single product out there that will “make your pores disappear” or “fill in fine lines with collagen”.

The only real way to achieve the skin you want is to be sure what you’re putting on it is not only appropriate, but effective. By consulting with an Aesthetician or a Dermatologist, you will not only gain a better understanding of your skin type, but how to address your biggest concerns. Whether it’s your pore size, dark spots acne, or even wrinkles; there are many options for every concern and every skin type. Proper guidance and personalized attention to your skin’s needs, are what’s going to give you the best overall outcome in this fight against aging.

Our main focus is to provide safe, effective skin care treatments, while promoting life-long healthy skin. Our individualized consultations include a comprehensive skin analysis utilizing the Visia® Skin Analysis Imaging System, identifying your skins unique challenges, while addressing your specific needs and concerns.

So what is a Chemical Peel?

A chemical peel is a facial treatment that is used to improve the skin’s texture, and smoothing of the surface. Depending upon an individual’s skin type, a solution is used to slough off dead skin cells, and help regenerate new skin cells. Chemical peels should only be administered by a licensed Aesthetician, and should always be done after a thorough consultation.

Chemical peels can approve the appearance of the skin, including acne scars, wrinkles, freckles, and dark spots that can often occur in women after pregnancy. Peels can also help treat sun damaged skin and even aid in repairing the damaged suffered in youth.

Is a Chemical Peel for you?

A chemical peel is ideal for anyone and any skin type. Whether you are looking for a fresher, more youthful appearance, or want to treat a specific condition; a chemical peel is great for all of your concerns. There are so many options to choose from and our job is choosing the right peel for you.

What to expect with a Chemical Peel

Some people tend to stay away from chemical peels simply because of its name. Chemical Peels are completely safe, and not harmful to your skin in any way.

When getting a peel, you should expect a warm sensation that can last up to 5 minutes, followed by steam to help alleviate any stinging that may occur. It is imperative that you stay out of direct sunlight (no tanning beds either) and wear an SPFof atleast 30 at all times.

Be aware of the “at home” chemical peel sets. If you are not trained in Cosmeceutical ingredients, then this is something you should definitely not try to attempt yourself. Chemical burns are not only painful, but can pigment or scar your skin.

The skin is the largest organ in your body, so be kind to it and take proper care of it! Your skin will thank you!

Skin-care issues can range from minor to life threatening, and there are several types of professionals you can consult to ensure that your skin is cared for in the best possible manner to promote future health and wellness. Before making a call to your skin-care professional, however, you must first understand the difference between a dermatologist and an aesthetician.

Determining Whether to Consult an Aesthetician:

1. While a dermatologist specializes in the cause and cure of skin afflictions, an aesthetician focuses on more superficial issues and discovering their causes. First, determine the nature and severity of your skin-care issues, and then consult with your Aesthetician in determining the most appropriate treatment for your specific condition.
2. Next, understand the services offered by the aesthetician you will consult with. Some aestheticians practice independently or in conjunction with a physician.
3. Finally, consult this short list of superficial skin afflictions, and if your own issue is on the list or is similar in nature to a list item, consulting an aesthetician may help lead to fast relief for your skin-care concerns.
4. Superficial skin-care problems: minor to moderate acne; acne scarring; clogged pores; fine to medium lines; off-colored pigmentation; rosy cheeks; dry or rough skin; and the formation of wrinkles.

Determining Whether to Consult a Dermatologist:

1. A dermatologist is a medical doctor whose specialty are skin-related issues. To determine the range of skin-care issues appropriate for your dermatologist, first become familiar with your dermatologist’s practice.
2. Next, focus on your own skin-care problems, and determine their extent and severity before deciding to call your dermatologist.
3. Finally, consult this short list of serious skin afflictions, and if your own issue is on the list or is similar in nature or severity to a list item, contact your dermatologist immediately.
4. Serious skin-care problems: bleeding, persistent or painful acne; moles or freckles that change in color, size or shape; rashes that bleed, swell or fail to respond to over-the-counter medicines; lumps, bumps or protrusions under your skin; or open sores that do not heal after proper over-the-counter treatment.

Source: By an eHow Contributing Writer