by Anitra Brown | Oct 30, 2012 | 1.1 Resources & Tips, 5.1 Other Treatments
How To Have Beautiful Skin with Skin Care
A monthly facial is not enough to keep your skin clear and beautiful. If you’re looking to transform your skin, daily action is required. Here are everyday habits to help improve your overall skin health:
- Eat a healthy diet with lots of fruits, vegetables and leafy greens. Good nutrition is the basic building block for healthy skin.
- Drink plenty of water each and every day.
- Cut out skin-damaging habits like smoking, excessive drinking, tanning booths and excessive sun exposure.
- Find an experienced esthetician by asking friends and doing your own research. Then work with her (or him) on a regular basis to achieve your skin care goals.
- Get a professional facial to deep clean your skin and review your product choices at least four times a year, as the seasons change.
- Throw away the soap and use quality products that are right for your skin type. Discuss your home skin-care routine with your skin care specialist.
- If you can’t afford all the skin-care products right away, ask which are most important to start. You can invest in additional products as you go.
- Give yourself a home facial as often as once a week.
- Wear sunscreen, even on cloudy days and in the winter. Use a medical grade SPF, full-spectrum sunscreen. Sun damage is the single most important cause of premature aging.
- Remember to put sunscreen on exposed areas like the back of your hands, neck and chest. They’re often the first place to show your age.
by Ginger Otis | Oct 27, 2012 | 1.1 Resources & Tips
Brighten Up!
Here’s how to take your complexion from eh to wow!
You eat right, avoid the sun, get a good night’s sleep and work out, but you still can’t get the bright, youthful skin tone you want.
Dr. Brooke Jackson of Chicago’s Skin Wellness Center explains that there are many factors that might keep you visage from looking less than stellar. For example, too much stress can zap your skin’s resiliency, as well as skimping on a high-nutrient diet. It could also be as simple as genetics (some of us are more prone to clogged pores that can make skin look dull and lifeless).
If you’re maintaining a healthy lifestyle but still can’t get the glow you seek, Dr. Jackson has some tips to help.
Find the Right Makeup
Dr. Jackson recommends lightweight cover-ups that diminish imperfections but still give you a natural look, like mineral makeups that can “cover a multitude of sins but are gentle enough for even the most sensitive skin types.” Look for brands that contain sun protection, as well.
Supplement Your Diet
Dr. Jackson suggests adding an oral supplement of CoQ10, a strong antioxidant found in many over the counter skin creams and lotions, to your diet, anywhere from 100 to 300 micrograms per day.
Taking it orally rather than topically means your entire body will reap the benefits, she explains.
Moisturize, Moisturize…You Get the Idea
A good moisturizer is important for all women who want a brighter complexion. Besides getting one that has sunblock, women should look for moisturizers that contain light reflecting pigments. The added sheen makes your skin glow and can minimize a sallow complexion or dark circles.
Also talk to a dermatologist about using a retinoid cream, which increases collagen production, making skin look bright and refreshed.
There Are Alternatives
If your skin stubbornly refuses to respond to these tricks, it might be time to take this battle to the next level with your dermatologist.
Don’t be afraid of Botox, counsels Dr. Jackson. While some women shy away from the idea of injections, the minimally invasive treatments can work wonders on wrinkled faces, smoothing forehead lines and adding instant zest to your look.
Consider getting some filler added to your face. There are several types of injectable fillers on the market today that last anywhere from four to six months, says Dr. Jackson. Dermatologists inject filler into smile lines, the corners of your mouth, and the hollows above your cheeks and below your eyes – all places where we lose fullness and volume as we age. The benefits include a more youthful appearance and fewer wrinkles.
An equally effective but less invasive treatment that will take about 20 minutes in your dermatologist’s office is microdermabrasion – a painless procedure that will remove top layers of dead skin cells from your face.
by Q Pro-team | Oct 15, 2012 | 1.1 Resources & Tips, 3.6 Spider Veins Removal
How to prevent spider veins
Though the exact cause of spider veins is still unknown, there are various factors that may contribute to their development. Based on those factors, we’ve created a list of the top tips to help reduce the risk of spider veins:
1. Don’t cross your legs
Sitting cross-legged can restrict circulation and blood flow to the legs. Raising the legs above heart level on the other hand, will help boost your blood flow, and prevent those pesky spider veins from forming.
2. Maintain a healthy weight
Extra weight needs extra work from the veins to circulate blood all over the body. Maintaining an ideal body weight will help to avoid unnecessary pressure on your veins.
3. Keep moving
Prolonged standing and sitting can cause blood pooling and increased pressure within the veins. If you have to sit for a long period of time, move your legs frequently and take a brisk walk about every 30 minutes. Or if you have to stand for an extended period of time, shift your weight from one leg to the other every 10 minutes.
4. Exercise regularly
Regular exercise like walking, running, cycling, hiking and swimming can really make a difference with your blood circulation. These activities can reduce pooling and stress within the veins and ultimately strengthen your veins.
5. Wear comfortable clothes
Avoid wearing clothes that are too tight, as they may constrict the blood flow of your body.
6. Eat foods with high fiber
Constipation can contribute to the development of spider veins. Foods that are high in fiber such as vegetables, fresh fruits and whole grains can help to avoid constipation, thus preventing spider veins. Controlling your salt intake is also important because over consumption of sodium can also lead to the development of veins.
Healthy habits and good lifestyle choices can definitely help to prevent spider veins, but if you have unfortunately already experienced them, rest assured there are methods to reverse their appearance. Consult with a vein specialist and treat them as quickly as you can.
by Q Pro-team | Sep 24, 2012 | 1.1 Resources & Tips, 2.1 Acne Treatment
Comedogenic Acne
Many people use cosmetic products to enhance their appearance. Unfortunately, some may experience the breakout of comedones (pore blockages) after use, which is commonly known as comedogenic acne or acne cosmetica.
Comedogenic acne occurs when cosmetic or skincare products build up on our skin and block the pores. It is caused by external pore clogging as opposed to common acne conditions that are triggered by factors such as diet, stress and hormones, etc. Fortunately, acne cosmetica is usually mild and doesn’t often lead to acne scarring.
Comedogenic acne is a rash-like bump, red or pink, tiny and slightly raised off the skin. They often appear in multiples on the face, scalp or forehead.
There are a lot of makeup and skin care products that label themselves as “non-comedogenic,” though unfortunately you can’t always rely on that claim.
Comedogenic acne is more likely to occur if makeup, sunscreen or other skin care products with comedogenic ingredients stay on our skin for an extended period of time. To avoid a breakout of comedones, it’s important to keep your skin and your makeup clean – and never go to bed with your makeup on. Acne is frustrating, but it can be controlled! If you do have acne cosmetica, the first step is to consult an acne expert to ensure proper diagnosis and optimal treatment.
by BBC News | Sep 10, 2012 | 1.1 Resources & Tips, 2.6 Freckles and Spots
‘Too few’ women using sun cream
The charity Macmillan Cancer Support is warning that not enough women are using sun cream.
It said a survey had shown that nearly one in four planned not to use sun tan lotion when going on holiday later this year.
The charity said it found some people’s attitudes to being sunburnt “very concerning”
The British Association of Dermatologists has also raised concerns that too many people are getting burnt.
The Macmillan poll of 1,500 women showed that 22% did not wear sun cream when on holiday in a hot country.
The charity said: “Of those who said they never wear sun tan lotion, when asked why, 24% say they don’t sun burn, 14% think sun tan lotion is too expensive and 12% believe it doesn’t work.”
Carol Goodman, a Macmillan nurse, said: “As people are preparing to go abroad for their annual holiday, it is very concerning that nearly a quarter of British women are putting themselves at risk of skin cancer by not wearing any sun tan lotion abroad.
“Over two and a half thousand people die of skin cancer every year and so it is a real issue.”
Figures from the British Association of Dermatologists showed 92% of people had been sun burnt at least once. One in three had been burnt more than ten times.
Stephen Jones, the president of the Association, said that everyone’s skin was different.
“Not everyone’s skin offers the same level of protection in the sun, which is why it’s really important to get to know your own risk level – for example, people with pale skin who burn easily or those with a close family history of skin cancer are at greater risk of sun damage and need to take extra steps to protect themselves.”
by Q Pro-team | Aug 21, 2012 | 1.1 Resources & Tips
Nail Fungal Infection Do’s and Don’ts
About 10% of the population suffers from nail fungus infections. Follow these important steps to help prevent nail fungal infections, speed up their healing process, or reduce their recurrence:
- Wash hands and feet regularly and dry them thoroughly.
- Keep nails short and clean.
- Don’t walk barefoot in public areas.
- Wear cotton socks and change them daily.
- Avoid using your nails as a tool to open or unscrew anything as this may stimulate the fungal growth beneath the nails.
- Wear rubber gloves when dealing with food, water, dirt, oil and chemicals, etc.
- Choose salons that don’t share tools and only use sterilized tools for manicures or pedicures.
- Avoid wearing nail polish or artificial nails at first sight of a possible nail fungal infection.
- Treat a nail fungus infection as early as possible to avoid more serious problems or permanent damage to the nails.
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by KDKA | Aug 10, 2012 | 1.1 Resources & Tips, 3.7 Stretch Mark Removal
FDA Approves Laser Treatment To Reduce Stretch Marks
If you are one of the many people who have tried all kinds of creams to get rid of stretch marks with no luck, there’s finally some help.
The FDA has approved the first treatment shown to reduce the appearance of stretch marks.
Marsha Klaus is blessed to have two wonderful children, but with that blessing came stretch marks.
Sixteen years later, the marks are still around her hips and they bother her.
“I tried old wives tale of cocoa butter, rub on every day and night. I think sometimes you think just doing it, sooner or later, it’s going to make a difference. But quite honesty, it never did,” Klaus said.
Klaus initially met Dr. Paul Leong, a plastic surgeon on the South Side, when he used laser treatment to improve a scar on her face from skin cancer removal.
She had such a good experience that when she learned about the newly approved laser treatment for stretch marks, she wanted to give it a try.
Dr. Leong has been using the Palomar Lux 1540 laser hand-piece to treat acne scars for years, but he said it took strict testing and evidence for the FDA to approve it for stretch marks.
“This team gathered together some incredibly compelling data. The FDA doesn’t just give out these indications. You have to produce compelling objective data and that’s what they did,” Dr. Leong said.
Klaus recently received the second of what will be five treatments, a month apart.
“The key is it’s not burning the skin, it’s heating the tissue. It’s heating the tissue and allowing the body’s own restorative and healing properties to shrink down acne scars or stretch marks,” Dr. Leong said.
The treatment takes about six months to see the maximum results.
Klaus knows her stretch marks won’t completely go away, but she is looking forward to diminishing their appearance.
Another big advantage to laser treatment is that there is no downtime. You can go about your day right after each treatment.
The treated area might be a little red for a few days, but that’s it.
by Q Pro-team | Jul 31, 2012 | 1.1 Resources & Tips, 3.4 Tattoo Removal
Athletes with Olympic Rings Tattoos
The London 2012 Olympics have entered their 5th day. In the past few days, tattoos have become a part of the Olympic phenomenon. And the Olympic rings, the logo representing the continents of Africa, the Americas, Asia, Australia and Europe, is one of the most popular tattoos proudly shown on many of the athletes bodies.
Athletes have the Olympic rings etched into their skins for different reasons. Some are simply inspired and like to show their passion to the Olympic spirit; some want to reveal an incredible experience or to remember a glorious moment; others wish to express their patriotism — they usually get the Olympic rings inked along with their country’s name or flag.
Though many people realize that tattoos could eventually become a regret and require multiple tattoo removal procedures later on, more Olympic athletes, Olympic fans and Olympic hopefuls continue to get inked. And the Olympic rings tattoo is definitely one of the most popular, garnering tons of attention from friends, family and fans. The following are just some of our picks among a huge list of athletes sporting Olympic tattoos
by DrugWatch | Jul 12, 2012 | 1.1 Resources & Tips, 2.1 Acne Treatment
Accuttane Side Effects
Accuttane has a number of very severe side effects. Several of these side effects are even considered life threatening and common enough that the FDA requires the drug to carry a “Black Box Label” for them.
Severe Accuttane side effects range from chronic bowel disorders; like Inflamatory Bowel Disease, Chron’s Disease, and Ulcerative Colitis, suicidal tendencies, and even birth defects. Most of these side effects are chronic and remain even after the patient stops taking the drug.
Accuttane side effects are so severe, that it can only be prescribed by doctors that have been certified by the FDA. Moreover, Accuttane prescriptions can only be fulfilincluding pharmacists that have also been certified by the FDA.
An increasing number of patients have reported serious adverse side effects following treatment with Accuttane, leading many to file Accuttane lawsuits to seek compensation for pain, suffering and any resulting medical expenses.
If you have experienced damaging side effects as a result of treatment with Accuttane and wish to learn more about your legal rights, please call 1-800-439-8180 or fill out the form located on this page.
Severe side effects of Accuttane should be reported to a doctor immediately.
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by Q Pro-team | Jun 25, 2012 | 1.1 Resources & Tips, 3.4 Tattoo Removal
The Top Five Reasons for Tattoo Removal
Though the art of tattooing has become more popular and even mainstream, there are many people who begin to suffer from tattoo remorse. The following is what we have discovered to be the top five reasons for ridding yourself of that once cherished tattoo:
1. Trouble in Paradise?
At Q Esthetics, we perform thousands of laser tattoo removal each year and having a past partners name removed tops our list. The unfortunate reality of a break-up is hard enough without having a constant reminder of your Ex inked on your body. Some say that lovebirds may do this on impulse but should consider it the kiss of death. We definitely believe in love but it would be wise to think twice before having Mr or Misses Wrong forever displayed for the whole world to see.
2. Want that Dream Job?
Many people experience an unfair disadvantage when it comes to job-hunting because they have a visible tattoo. While discreet and modest tattoos are acceptable at most organizations some companies may frown upon noticeable body art. Losing the chance to land your dream job before you even open your mouth can be avoided and is a close second to our top reason.
3. Not so Cool Anymore?
People tend to follow trends. Unfortunately, change is inevitable and what you had considered to be cool years ago may now seem unappealing. We are all too familiar with this popular phrase: I’m in my forties and this was so cool in my twenties, but now I want it gone!
4. Looking for a Fresh Start?
Let’s go back to what was said, change is inevitable, and this includes ones lifestyle. Everything changes over time and the need for self-discovery and improvement is an essential part of life. Lifestyle change often involves letting go of unsavory habits, a recent marriage, a new career path, children or newly acquired beliefs and spirituality.
5. Not Exactly What You Had Envisioned?
Tattooing is considered an art form, however, some artists may not be as skilled and precise as assumed. Sometimes the wrong design, mistaken positioning or poor skill level of the artist will cause dreaded tattoo remorse. A poorly applied tattoo could be a daily reminder of that unhappy experience.
Fortunately, you don’t have to live with those unwanted tattoos. Laser Tattoo Removal can give you that peace of mind by drastically reducing the appearance of tattoos on all skin types.
