Setting the Stage: Pre-Conditioning Skin for Advanced Treatment

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Setting the Stage: Pre-Conditioning Skin for Advanced Treatment
In the realm of advanced aesthetics treatment such as chemical peels, microneedling, lasers, and cosmetic surgery, achieving optimal results requires more than just the procedure itself. Properly preparing skin before undergoing these treatments is crucial to maximize benefits and minimize potential risks. Skin pre-conditioning plays a pivotal role in enhancing the overall effectiveness and safety of these procedures, regardless of skin type. By incorporating key…
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Is Daily Sunscreen Negotiable?

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Is Daily Sunscreen Negotiable?
Most dermatologists and well-meaning aestheticians recommend the use of sunscreen everyday as one of the most important parts of daily skin care routines. I believe this to be a mistake. {mprestriction ids="3,4,26,18,6,7,8,9,14,18,43,44"} There may be evidence showing that sunscreens can increase melanoma risk. Chemical sunscreens were introduced in 1970 and the incidence of melanoma increased by over 200% between 1973 and 2011. In fact, many…
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From Fruit to Flawless: Caviar Lime 

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From Fruit to Flawless: Caviar Lime 
The quest for glowing, healthy-looking skin is never-ending. Innovative and unusual ingredients are continually sought after to give skin a coveted youth boost, whether found in technologically advanced laboratories or plucked from nature’s bounty. Enter caviar lime, an elegant-sounding natural extract that adds zest to any skin care regimen. IN THE LIMELIGHT Caviar lime is not the typical lime gracing margaritas or mojitos. Au contraire,…
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What Everyone Gets Wrong About Vitamin C

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What Everyone Gets Wrong About Vitamin C
For decades now, there has been a clear focus for including vitamin C in a complete skin care regimen. However, the discussion of benefits always centers around what a great antioxidant it is instead of its role in making collagen and elastin. Additionally, there is a misunderstanding of the available literature that discusses which forms of vitamin C work best. {mprestriction ids="3,4,26,18,6,7,8,9,14,18,43,44"} VITAMIN C CONSIDERATIONS…
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Nonsurgical Rejuvenation: Buccal Facial Massage

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Nonsurgical Rejuvenation: Buccal Facial Massage
Is it possible to give clients a nonsurgical face-lift? Yes, absolutely. Buccal or intraoral massage is a natural, holistic alternative to injections and surgery. This technique is quickly becoming known to give a more sculpted look to the face, improve facial tone, relax wrinkle depth, and make clients feel like they have just come back from a vacation with higher cheekbones and glowing skin. {mprestriction…
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