Micro-channeling Technology

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Micro-channeling technology is a popular treatment among celebrities. Celebrities seek out this treatment due to their hectic life styles because there is no downtime and best of all, it’s painless. One technique is called DermaFrac.

What is DermaFrac?

DermaFrac is safe and effective for all skin types and improves conditions such as acne, scars, stretch marks, dehydrated skin, fine lines and wrinkles, and pigmentation. The special handpiece contains tiny needles that create micro-channel pathways for infusing of custom serums targeted to your skin care needs.

What serums are there?

Anti-aging “super cocktail” of peptides that stimulate collagen and fibroblast production while relaxing the muscles in a natural way.

Acne serum containing lactic and salicylic acid to reduce and prevent further breakouts.

Hydration is very important for anyone that lives in the desert. This serum contains hyaluronic acid to replenish dehydrated skin, making it full and plump.

Lightening serum contains kojic acid, a natural lightening agent to lighten age and sun spots.

Is there downtime?

No. You can return to normal activities immediately following the treatment. Makeup and other products should be discontinued for 24 hours.

Will it hurt?

No. Clients say that it is pain free. You might feel a slight suction and dampness.

How many treatments are needed?

Treatments are customized to your condition and needs. Typical clients have treatment every 3-6 weeks for best results.

If you want healthy, glowing skin without long recovery and the sticker price that comes with a painful laser resurfacing treatment, DermaFrac maybe right for you. Results can be seen within a few treatments and, if your skin conditions change, the serums can be adjusted to fit your needs.

 

 

 

Don’t Forget About Your Hands!

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Hands show our age even more than our face, but they are often forgotten in our efforts to combat the signs of aging. Brown spots, crepey skin, and hollows that show our bones and veins can be prevented or corrected to maintain the youthful appearance we all desire. A few simple steps are all that is needed:

  1. IPL (Intense Pulsed Light) Treatments are an effective way to remove brown spots and sun damage and correct uneven skin tone. After a single session, the pigment will begin coming to the surface of your skin and flake off in just a few days. A series of monthly treatments will produce amazing results!
  2. Dermal Fillers such as Radiesse are FDA approved for adding back lost volume and restoring that soft, smooth feel to the back of your hands. The results are immediate and, on average, one syringe of filler is used for each hand.
  3. Skin Care Products that you use for your face work equally well on the backs of your hands. Antioxidants such as vitamins A, C, and E protect and renew skin cells while fighting the free radicals produced by the sun’s harmful UV rays. And don’t forget about sunscreen! This is perhaps the most important product to protect your hands against further damage and should be reapplied throughout the day.

With these simple steps, you can reverse the signs of aging. The results are long lasting and with simple, scheduled maintenance, they can be maintained throughout the years.

Benefits of Microdermabrasion/Dermaplan

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By Anessa Vorel

There are many great benefits to regular Microdermabrasions that keep your skin looking fabulous. This is a deep, non-invasive, physical exfoliation procedure that removes the outer layer of skin and minimizes the appearance of pores, scars, fine lines, and wrinkles. Microdermabrasion increases the rate of cell turnover and keeps your skin looking youthful and healthy.

Microdermabrasion uses a hand-held diamond tipped wand to remove and lightly vacuum away dead skin cells, revealing fresh, vibrant skin. Your dull skin appears brighter with more even skin tones that are evident after the first treatment.

For an even better result, add a Dermaplaning treatment for a double exfoliation that removes those pesky white vellus hairs (peach fuzz). Your skin will appear faultless, clean, and smooth. We follow this with the application of appropriate products that give your skin an amazing glow!

A regular schedule of monthly Microdermabrasions and Dermaplaning allows you to maintain those results and improves the absorption of your daily skin care products. Without rough, dead skin and peach fuzz in the way, your makeup applies in a smooth, thin layer that doesn’t feel caked on and looks much more professional.

 

Who will benefit from Microdermabrasion?

Anyone with the following skin issues:

  • Acne Scars
  • Dry Skin
  • Fine Lines or Wrinkles
  • Dull Skin
  • Uneven Skin Tones
  • Large Pores
  • Rough Texture
  • Hyperpigmentation
  • Blackheads

 

Who will benefit from Dermaplaning?

Anyone with the following skin issues:

  • Vellus Hair (Peach Fuzz)
  • Dry Skin
  • Fine Lines or Wrinkles
  • Dull Skin
  • Uneven Skin Tones
  • Rough Texture

 

Many women are skeptical of Dermaplaning because they fear that facial hair will grow back darker and thicker. This is a myth that every dermatologist and even Cosmopolitan Magazine has tackled (click here to see the Cosmo article). You will be happy with the overall appearance of your skin and, unlike waxing and many shaving episodes, these treatments are painless!

After performing these treatments, I like to apply a combination of beneficial skin care products tailored to your unique skin. My favorite products are Jan Marini C-ESTA Serum, SkinCeuticals B5 Hydrating Gel, and I always choose the best SPF protection for each client.

 

MicroPeel 101

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MicroPeels are one of the most beneficial aesthetics treatment for smooth, soft, bright, and healthy. This treatment simple and quick, only takes about 45 minutes. Below are the steps and benefits of a MicoPeel.

  1. Dermaplaning- Your provider will use a sterile blade to removes dead skin cells and vellus hair aka peach fuzz by holding the skin taught and gently swiping the blade in an upward motion.

 

  1. Chemical peel- Depending on your skin type and concerns, there are a variety of peel options. Chemical peels are very beneficial after a dermaplaning. Our goal isn’t to cause visible peeling as it is to infuse the skin with ingredients that diminish lines, build collagen, and improve tone.

 

  1. Cryo Therapy- Cryo therapy is safe and has been used since the seventeenth century and is now making a comeback in treatments to fight the aging process. Designed to shock the body into action by increasing blood circulation and boosting the immune and central nervous systems. A small ball of CO2 is formed and swept over the skin to decrease inflammation, increase cell rejuvenation, improve skin tone, and reduce signs of aging.

 

Recommendations for continuing treatments are between 4-6 weeks because of cellular turnover and the regrowth of the fine vellus hair. Cellular turnover is the process by which our skin produces new skin cells which travel from the lowest layer of the epidermis to the top layer of skin the called the dermis and then shed off the skin. Vellus hair can restrict the penetration of skincare products to the epidermis making your products non-effective.  Most of the time what we are doing at home for exfoliation isn’t enough to remove the dead skin cells and vellus hair so it’s very important to have a professional remove the dead cells monthly.

 

SCBD Top 10 Favorite Products of 2015

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shutterstock_104435957We here at Skin Care By Design wanted to share our favorite products in 2015. Some are brand new and others are oldies but goodies, but they have all served us well. Without further ado, here’s our favorites!

1. Colorescience Tint du Soleil SPF– This broad spectrum sunscreen doubles as your foundation, as it has medium to full coverage! It comes in the option of Light, Medium and Dark all in an SPF 30.

2. Jan Marini Bioglycolic– This creamy facial cleanser can be used by all skin types. It’s an amazing choice for acne-prone skin as it exfoliates and cleanses deep down in the pores. It can reduce redness and it hydrates your skin, too.

3. Jan Marini Duality MD– Duality MD fights aging and adult acne all in one product. Double-pump action, one side dispenses benzoyl peroxide and the other, a 1% retinol. It works wonders!

4. NuFACE Trinity Pro– Lifting and tightening the face muscles, it’s often referred to as Pilates for the face! Contour your face at home, with this amazing device that uses Microcurrent technology to give you a youthful appearance. It also comes with attachable options for targeting eye and lips or wrinkles.

5. SkinCeuticals B5 Gel– This hydrating product contains hyaluronic acid and vitamin B5 that moisturize the skin. It is a lighter option for those that may not be looking for a heavy cream when it comes to hydration.

6. SkinCeuticals C E Ferulic– C E Ferulic reduces the environmental free radicals that harm skin. It also helps with aging and dark spots. C E Ferulic also increases firmness in the skin to reduce wrinkles. It’s a great choice for a Vitamin C.

7. SkinMedica Lytera– For those that battle hyper-pigmentation or have any dark spots, Lytera is a great option for a brightener. It contains Niacinamide and Vitamin C, both of which are known for helping brown spots fade.

8. SkinMedica TNS Essential Serum– It’s your all-in-one product! It will reduce the appearance of wrinkles & fine lines, help skin’s texture & tone, brighten age spots and will help fight environmental damage with antioxidants. It contains human growth factors that will help your skin to regenerate itself to keep it looking healthy.

9. SkinMedica Total Defense and Repair SPF– Not only does this SPF protect against UVA & UVB rays, but it also keeps away infrared rays! It comes in an SPF 34, SPF 34 tinted and SPF 50.

10. Visao Collagen Recharge– A buttery, thick moisturizer that doesn’t clog pores. Yes, please! This is the perfect option for anyone who has dry skin or seasonal dryness. Bonus: It can also be used as a hydrating masque!

Ask your provider about any of our products and our services, to find out which might be best for your skin concerns. Who knows, maybe some of these will become favorites of yours, too!

*Top 10 is in alphabetical order

Why Tanning Doesn’t Mix with IPL and Laser Hair Removal

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Blog post 10.24.15It’s now fall and you might be looking to remove the damage done from the harsh summer sun or maybe you want to be hairless for the holidays, either way you need to be careful with that tan!

IPL and lasers are targeting brown pigmentation deep in the skin to bring it to the surface and eventually have it fade away. Lasers that remove hair are looking for dark hair to destroy the hair follicle. In both cases, the light from the laser and IPL are looking for dark color and this is why it’s important not to have a tan.

If you have a tan, lasers and the IPL won’t be able to tell the difference between your skin and the pigmentation. It will prevent the energy from passing deep into the skin to target the brown spots and will instead be targeting your skin. Likewise, the light from the Laser Hair Remover will first be absorbed into your skin before it can go down deep enough to reach the hair follicle.

Not only could this hinder your progress, but it can be harmful. Having procedures done that do not mix with tans can cause burns because darker skin holds in heat longer than lighter skin. It can also lead to blisters and hypo/hyper-pigmentation of the skin.

It’s important to know that in the eyes of the laser and IPL, fake tans are no different than tanning from the sun. If you know you’re going to tan or be in the sun, it’s best to wait 4-6 weeks after tanning to have a procedure in order to make sure the tan is gone.

Even if your tan is barely visible, it can still make a difference. Self-tanners, lotions, sprays or just being in the sun can be harmful to you when having an IPL or Laser Hair Removal procedure. Always be honest with your provider when asked if you have a tan or if you’ve spent any time in the sun.

Rosacea, Answers to a Common Problem

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rosacearednessMany people battle with the often undiagnosed condition of Rosacea.  This common skin problem is a bit of a mystery. However, many factors can contribute to its severity.  Rosacea often shows up after the age of 30.  Symptoms can slowly manifest often being mistaken for conditions such as acne, sunburn or allergies.  Redness can start in small patches and gradually expand across the face primarily on the cheeks, nose, forehead, chin and even the eyes.   Environmental conditions in Tucson, AZ such as exposure to the sun, wind, and dry air can aggravate Rosacea. Spicy foods, hot beverages, chocolate, and alcohol are also known to trigger Rosacea.

As Rosacea worsens, it affects the small blood vessels that contribute to the appearance of overall flushing and fine red lines that appear in a spider web like pattern across the affected areas.

The cause of this autoimmune condition is poorly understood but, due to the vascular nature of Rosacea, there are many treatment options that can create a significant improvement.

We have created a thorough, integrated approach for the treatment of Rosacea called Fusion Skin Therapy.  Our registered nurses and aestheticians are trained skin care experts that work together to perform the procedures designed in our fusion programs. We deliver results by blending the lines between multiple non-surgical, medical aesthetic treatments and spa therapies. We pull from the best techniques using different technologies; cosmeceutical products and spa treatments to provide safe, fast and highly advanced personalized results to our patients seeking a healthy appearance.

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