Question: fulloffun Anaheim, CA
I have acne. What is the best treatment for me?
My Answer:
I
wish I could give you a generic answer, I can’t. Acne may “look” the
same on everybody, but the causes and it’s treatments are different for
everybody. It’s best to have your skin evaluated first, along with that
will come a series of questions to help your Esthetician better asses
what may be causing your specific issues. For example, some people are
allergic to dairy and this is the cause of their acne, with others it
may be genetic or some other allergy they may not be aware they have.
Acne can be caused by hormonal upset, stress, and other illness as
well. What you put on your face is very important. Most try to cover
it up with heavy make-up, making the problem worse. Some will respond
to lasers while others will not. Treating acne is a trial and error
situation. It’s something that needs to be figured out. I’ll be
honest, there is no one right answer and there is no “cure” it can only
be treated so the breakouts are less often and less severe. ALL clients
with acne REQUIRE an ongoing treatment cycle. If, for example, you get
a series of treatments and your acne gets a lot better, or even goes
away, this does not mean you are done. You MUST follow the
recommendations given to you by your skin care professional to keep it
that way. A good at home skin care routine is very important. I can’t
tell you how many people I see, and whose acne improves greatly, only to
never see them again until the acne comes back. And it will come back
if you don’t follow through. Again, an analogy that always works is the
exercise and weight loss analogy. If you stop exercising and eating
healthy after you lose weight, the weight will come back. It's the way
it is.
I
am considering doing the Titan with the following specifications: 35
fluences. Looking at other posts on the titan, it seems like
people think this laser emits radio frequency (rf), but it actually
advertises itself not as a RF laser, but rather a tightening laser that
emits infrared light (1100?1800 nm). Should I be concerned with any
long-term negative effects from this laser such as loss of
collagen/dimpling? Is it safe? It?s been out since 2005. Is that enough
time for any possible long-term negative effects to surface? I now that
infrared light is supposed to be safe at lower frequencies (under1100),
but what about frequencies up to 1800? Any response would be greatly
appreciated!
My Answer:
It's
Infrared. The reviews on the Titan are mixed. I would make sure the
doctor doing the treatment has a good track record, check references
from his/her clients if possible. I prefer RF Radio Frequency
Treatments, same results much less risk. Some of the issues I've
researched with the Titan is a rippling affect of the skin after the
treatment, especially in the forehead area. There are also risks with
the RF Radio Frequency, but it's a bit less. With the RF Radio
Frequency the most common adverse side affect is caused simply by an
inexperienced user. If the setting is too high, for example, it can
cause fat loss, which is the last thing you want when using on the
face. The RF Radio Frequency can be used on face or body. On the body
it is most commonly used for fat depletion. So you see, the person
administering the treatment needs to be well educated on it's use to
know when the settings are correct for the part of the body it is being
used.
Question: billie_77 Manchester, United Kingdom
Would
you please enlighten as to the difference between Microdermabrasion
& Dermabrasion. I'm confused as to the methods & benefits of
each of these treatments.
My Answer:
Basically
Dermabrasion goes deeper. Like the name suggests.."micro" dermabrasion
is a less invasive exfoliation. Both exfoliate. There is little to no
down time with the Micro-Dermabrasion, but with the Dermabrasion there
could be some down time depending how deep the treatment. Hope this
helps.
Question: Tina From Front Royal VA
I
had aggressive treatments of IPL and Fraxel on my upper lip to help
supposedly correct my pigmentation problem I had from medicine and sun
tanning. Now the problem is worse (I think because I had to many
treatments and also she used the strongest setting). It is worse then
what it was and she then said to strat tri-luma. Nothing is helping the
damage that the laser did and I am now looking for other solutions (I
can't see looking like this for the rest of my life). Please help me.
Should I try microdermabrasion or a peel? I want something that will not
make the problem worse. I wish I never listened to the doctor and used
laser. Please help!
My Answer:
Get
your doctor to prescribe a 6% Hydroquinone Cream combined with Retin-A.
Do not do another laser treatment. It will take a couple of skin cycles
to lighten, but it will as long as you use sunscreen and stay out of
the sun. Typically I do not like the use of Retin-A because of
the drying caused, but in this situation it is more important to attack
the hyper-pigmentation and you can deal with correcting the pH Balance
after.
Question: Neets From Phoenix AZ
I've been reading a lot lately about topical stable vitamin C to
improve collagen production, tighten skin, lessen wrinkles etc. is
there truth to this? Can you use it while also doing glycolic peels?
How soon before you see results from Vitamin-C? And is there a brand
you would recommend?
My Answer:
Yes!
Vitamin-C is one of the best vitamins to use topically, as well as
internally. Vitamin-C used topically helps fight free
radicals, especially those caused by the sun. Vitamin-C, by itself,
will not cause collagen production, however, because of the degree in
which it helps fight free radicals it will result in the collagen you do
have staying in tact, thus helping your skin to age slower. There are
other products better suited to collagen production. Vitamin-C can be
used after glycolic peel, just wait 48 hours after the peel to use it.
The Vitamin-C I recommend is from Beautiful Radiant Skin, it's made
from organic citrus fruits, with amino acids and are clinical grade and
professional strength. Apply after cleansing and softening to face,
neck and chest. Allow to penetrate, and follow with moisturize
Question: From AZDesertGal
I
had collagen replacement therapy with roller needles 6 weeks ago and
was told I will not see any difference for 3 months. A friend told me I
should get a roller and use it a few times a week to speed this up and
to maintain it. Should I buy a 1.5 mm roller with 540 titanium needles
as someone suggested? What ingredients should be in the product I apply
when using roller to face for my lines and wrinkles? I am not sure
which collagen booster I should buy and want to find out what
ingredients I should look for. Also I have a very low pain tolerance
and need to know what I need to use before rolling.
My Answer:
The
improvement you will see from the roller is caused from slightly
damaging the skin in a controlled manner causing it to heal the skin
where the damaged was inflicted. The skin in the damaged area grow
stronger as a result. That being said, it is not unlike exercise, for
example. when we exercise we cause controlled damage to the muscle and
tissue resulting in the soreness experienced after a workout. The body
sends energy tot he damaged tissue to heal it resulting in stronger
tighter muscles. As we all know, when we stop exercising the results go
away. Same is true for this type of facial rejuvenation, it requires
constant attention. Once you stop using the roller the results
will diminish For this reason I prefer peels as a means of controlled
damage to the skin. Peels only need to be done a few times a year at
most. The ingredients to look for in your skin care line are
ingredients that will both help the damaged skin to heal and also
promote collagen development. Ingredients to look for are: Peptides,
Penapeptides, Marine Collagen, Hyalouronice Acid, Vitamins A, B5, B6,
C,E,F,K and RNA, DNA, Bio Active Properties, Live Cell Complex, and
Hydroplex. All of these ingredients are in Beautiful Radiant Skin line
of skin care products. Also make sure to check that the "active"
ingredients are high on the list so you know there is enough in there to
actually work.
Question: From alison1298
Does
Microdermabrasion stretch skin leading to wrinkles, and does it provoke
the capillaries to become viable over a period of time?
My Answer:
If
Microdermabrasion is not done correctly it could cause all of the
things you mention. If done correctly it is a very very good treatment
for most. The most important setting on all microdermabrasion machines
is the suction setting. This setting should be set only high enough to
vacuum the dry skin cells being removed without pulling too much on the
skin. Also the technique the Esthetician uses is very important. The
skin needs to be held taunt, but not stretched tight. Again, it comes
down to going to someone who is experienced and has a lot of practical
applications under his/her belt.
Question: From Rom Rom
I
had received a RF treatment, but after my face became very hollow, it
looks like it lost a lot of fat and collagen. How long does it take to
recover?
My Answer:
The
RF Treatment works through heat which is generated by Radio Frequency.
The higher setting are for the body only and NOT the face. When used
on the body it is supposed to have this response because it's main
purpose on the body is to lessen the fat. This is NOT what we want when
applied to the face, for obvious reasons. Higher is not always better,
sounds to me like the machine was set too high. The results of the RF
Treatment when used on the face is a lifted fuller look. It is possible
to be overly aggressive and end up with the result you are describing.
The person administering the treatment should know how high to set the
machine! The good news is as long as you stop the treatment your skin
will return to it's previously treated state over time. RF Radio
Frequency is one of the treatments I do all of the time, several times
each day, and always with great results. It is a wonderful treatment
when done with proper protocol. In the mean time make sure you are
using good products to help build the collagen to help fill in the
hallow areas.
Question: From SpeedyGonzo
Do I need to change my skin care products because they stop working after a while?
My Answer:
This
is a question I hear often. The short answer is no. People have told
me they are concerned that their skin has "gotten too used their current
products and they think they need to change it up. This is simply not
true. Do not believe this myth. It is equally untrue for your hair
care products. Here's the deal, your skin care does not stop working
and your skin does not get used to it requiring a change. It is your
skin that changes, not the products you use on them. This is why it is
so important to have your skin analyzed a few times a year, especially
if you are over the age of 35. many factors affect the condition of
your skin. After all your skin is the larges organ in your body, to
expect it remain the same year after year is not realistic Things like
stress, hormone fluctuations, lifestyle choices, diet, alcohol
consumption medication all affect your skin. When you think your skin
care has stopped working it is time for a skin "check-up" to make sure
the changes your skin is going through do not require to change how you
care for it.
My
clients are the perfect example. During the summer months I move many
of them to a different cleanser and moisturizer maybe add or take a way
and elixir depending on need, because their skin has changed in
response to the seasons and all that goes along with how they live their
lives during that season. The holidays are another great example,
often times it is necessary to boost the topical vitamins and increase
the moisture during the cold winter months and the stressful months of
the holiday season.
So there it is.....your products do not stop working......it is your skin that changes. Make sense?
Question: From Cindy C.
How well does the Clarisonic Skin Brush work? It costs a lot more than many others I see and want to know if it is worth it.
My Answer:
I
actually get asked this a lot, so here's my opinion. Just remember,
you asked...lol. The sonic action, when asked professionally is
used primarily to deposit product deeper into the skin. The exfoliation
portion of the ultrasonic application is secondary, sort of a bonus if
you will. The Clarisonic vibrates at about 300 Mhz times per second, as
compared to the professional machines that work at 1 million Mhz times
per second. Clarisonic claims it only needs to be used for 1 minute a
day, twice a day. the professional machine doesn't even work that fast,
so how can Clarisonic?
The
theory behind the Clarisonic is accurate....that we must exfoliate the
skin first before product can penetrate deeper. I preach this on a
daily basis. But that's the kicker for me.....sonic or ultrasonic
action's main purpose, as mentioned above, is to deposit product deeper
not to exfoliate......exfoliation is secondary. This is why I prefer to
exfoliate with a product or machine designed specifically for
exfoliation which will allow product to deposit deeper into the layers
of the skin.
I
do not believe that any at home ultrasonic or micro-current machine is
strong enough to affect change. They have to be manufactured with
safeguards in place so people do not harm themselves, thus, making them
not very effective. For example, the professional ultrasonic machine
used in my office can actually burn to the bone if not used correctly.
So for obvious reasons the over the counter types cannot perform at the
same level.
What
I recommend to my clients is that they use a good rotating facial brush
that thoroughly exfoliates the skin by removing the dead skin cells,
thus allowing the products applied after cleansing to deposit deeper.
That being said, I do not believe the Clarisonic is worth the money.
Question: From Aimee M.
I
love your products! You sent me some last month and I can honestly say
I see a difference in my skin already! I got the basic kit to try, I
like it so much I want to add the other products now. Which product do
you recommend for lift? I Hope you remember me, we Skyped before I
ordered?
My Answer:
Yes
Aimee, I remember you! It's nice to hear from you again, I'm very happy
you are enjoying the products, I thought you would. FYI, I keep a file
on all SKYPE clients and any client that orders from me, that way I
have a history and can look back to help them.
Well we just DOUBLED the amount of the active ingredient "Hexapeptide-3" in
the Firm & Lift Elixir. With continued use you will see a big
difference, especially around the eyes and mouth. Here's some product
info for you.
Firm
& Lift Elixir is a unique skin firming, and lifting treatment
combines advanced anti aging Hexapeptide-3, multi-peptides with lifting
seaweed and moisture binding Hyaluronic Acid in a silky fluid
suspension. Multi-peptides and Hexapeptide-3 help to reduce the
intensity and frequency of muscle contractions. This assists in
preventing and improving the appearance and depth of fine lines caused
by facial expression. Contains Pentapeptides for improved Collagen and
Elastin production to further reduce and slow the formation of new lines
and wrinkles. Apply a small amount to targeted areas. Especially
effective around eyes, forehead and upper lips. May be used on the
entire face and neck. Use twice daily. Follow with moisturizer.
Recommended for all non-problem skin types.
Whoops,
after thought, lol. I forgot I am writing this on the website
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that from the products website which you can access from the top of the
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