AMP UP YOUR FALL SKINCARE ROUTINE

BONUS: MENTION THIS ARTICLE AND RECEIVE $10 OFF THE PURCHASE OF DAILY COCKTAIL AND DEEP REPAIR*

In addition to state-of-the-art fillers and laser therapies, we are committed to teaching our patients about excellent skincare.  The basic building blocks, for almost everyone, include: proper cleanser, Vitamin C and Retinol, antioxidant moisturizer and chemical-free sunscreen.

What then, are all of those “other” products on our shelves?  Our building blocks are really just the beginning!  In addition to the basics, we have some stellar, ingredient-driven products that can aid dramatically in your anti-aging regime.  These products are “Medical Grade” meaning that they contain much higher concentration and superior quality of active ingredients than anything you can purchase at CVC, Nordstrom and even Sephora.  Our product lines can be compared to Obagi and TNS, but through examining scientific studies and comparisons, we have found that ours are more effective, and usually at much better prices.

 

Fall is the perfect time to amp up your routine.  You can always make an appointment with Rennie, our in-house skincare expert, or any one of our knowledgeable staff to review your skincare protocol and to put together a plan of action targeting your specific needs.

 

Here are just two of our superstar products that we would love to show you the next time you’re in:

DAILY COCKTAIL is a unique, two-step anti-aging system designed to work together for maximum results.   

Step One is a peptide-rich ultra-firming serum containing:

                Argireline (20%) – cosmetically relaxes fine line and wrinkles

                Palmitoyl Tripeptide – combats wrinkles and rebuilds dermal matrix

                Acetyl Dipeptide – relaxes fine lines, calms and soothes

                Macrocystis Pyrifera Extract – immediately tones and tightens

Step Two enhances rebuilding of the skin from within and protects renewed skin from further damage. It’s ceramide driven formula contains:

                Palmitoyl Pentapeptide – supports new collagen growth

                Green and White Tea Polyphenols – high concentrations of potent antioxidants protect the skin

                Sodium Hyluronate – intense hydration and immediate plumping

                Ceramides – lipid replenishment and barrier maintenance

                LYCD – oxygenates the skin        

DEEP REPAIR is an enzyme rich formula loaded with nourishing antioxidants and advanced moisturizers.  The ingredients in this formulation recognize skin damage and assist the cells in repairing themselves.  This is designed as a “pre-moisture” step in your regime.  With twice daily use of this product, we have seen patients can achieve a 40 to 50% reduction in UV spots.

                 

                Oxo-guanine glycolase – liposome that recognizes DNA damage and initiates skin repair

                Micrococcus Lysate – recognizes UV damage and accelerates skin repair process

                Plankton Extract – reverses UV damage

                Vitamins A, C & E, Caffeine – powerful antioxidants that absorb free radicals

                Evodia Rutaecarpa Fruit Extract – anti-inflammatory and calming

                Glycerin and Squalene – hydrating emollients

*Valid thru 10/31/11. No substitutions. No cash value. Cannot be combined with any other coupons or special offers.

Diet Secrets that Make Your Skin Glow

Of course if you know by now that at COSMETIC LASER MD we are chemical-free sunscreen fanatics (by the way our new spring products just came in, including a fabulous custom-color block which our makeup artists create just for you), but even we aren’t always thrilled with the Caspar-like pallor. While most people think the best way to improve their skin color is by sun tanning, a recent study shows that eating lots of fruits and vegetables is actually more efficient.


According to new research, people who eat larger portions of fruit and veggies a day have a more golden hue to their skin tone due to consuming more carotenoids. Responsible for the red coloring in fruits and vegetables like carrots and tomatoes, carotenoids are antioxidants that assist in soaking up damaging compounds produced by everyday stress, especially while the body is fighting disease.

Interestingly enough, the study also found that given the choice between skin color caused by sun tan and skin color caused by carotenoids, people preferred the carotenoid skin color. So it looks like if you want a healthier and more attractive skin color, you are better off turning to fruits and veggies than UV rays.

Cosmetic Laser MD Skin Rejuvenation Contest WINNERS!

I'd like to thank each and every one of you personally again for participating in the first (of what will be many) Cosmetic Laser MD Skin Rejuvenation Contest! 


Last week's question was:

The correct answer was: Fractionated Bi-Polar Radio Frequency.


Out of the 24 entries we received, 18 were correct answers! Congrats!

Last week's winner of the free Pristine DiamondTip™ microdermabrasion treatment are:

Elvy Saraceno

Peggy Fedynich

Marlene Waldock 

Congratulations again!

Please be sure to become a FAN of our Facebook page at: Comsetic Laser MD on Facebook!

Call 973-716-9000 or  click here to make an appointment to claim your prize!




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Cosmetic Laser MD Skin Rejuvenation Contest UPDATE!

The Cosmetic Laser MD Skin Rejuvenation Contest for this week is officially over! 

Thank you to all those who participated!

The entrants with the correct answers will be put into a lottery drawing and THREE winners will be announced next Monday, JULY 12th on the Cosmetic Laser MD Facebook, Twitter, and Website!!

Keep your eyes peeled for next week's question and thank you for visiting our blog!


Stay cool!
- Susan Stevens Tanne, MD

Cosmetic Laser MD Skin Rejuvenation Contest!

 

 

 

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Learn More on DiamondTip™ Microdermabrasion !

Microdermabrasion is a tried and true treatment for improving the overall look and feel of the skin, not to mention one of the most popular procedures in the country. However, the most common kind of crystals used for exfoliating are aluminum oxide, which some experts fear has a link to Alzheimer's disease.
 A number of practitioners are switching to diamond-based microdermabrasion techniques, such as Pristine. This system features laser-cut diamonds on the tip of the tool instead of aluminum oxide crystals.

In addition to eliminating the putative exposure risk for Alzheimer's, Pristine DiamondTip™ microdermabrasion can be used around the eyes-something that isn't recommended with aluminum oxide  because of possible corneal injury. Furthermore, Pristine is said to be more gentle because the diamonds reportedly don't scratch or cut the skin.

Pristine's effectiveness is supported by a 2009 study that shows diamond-based microdermabrasion has measurable anti-aging results. The study found no such evidence for aluminum oxide microdermabrasion.








***Don't forget to Enter our Skin Rejuvenation Contest on the CosmeticLaserMD website to win a FREE DiamondTip™ Microdermabrasion treatment!



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Retinol: The number one product that conquers aging.

So what is RETINOL?

According to WebMd, Retinol, (pronounced ret'i-nol) is:

A half-carotene; an intermediate in the vision cycle, it also plays a role in growth and differentiation. Syn: vitamin A1 alcohol, vitamin A1.

Vitamin A is a vitamin required by the retina of the eye in the form of the light-absorbing molecule retinal. This molecule is crucial for both scotopic and color vision. However, Vitamin A(Retinol) also serves a completely different function as the oxidized form Retinoic Acid, an important hormone-like growth factor for epithelial (skin) and other cells.†

According to New Beauty Magazine, Retinol is the secret to perfect skin. Vitamin A helps skin produce collagen, a natural component of the skin that gives the dermis a youthful, full appearance. Retinol reduces the look wrinkles by renewing skin cells in the dermis and epidermis and increasing the skin's elasticity. Physicians and aestheticians agree that this miracle ingredient has to power to make skin look younger, smoother and simply better.

Retinol is also often used to fight acne and reduce the signs of sun damage by speeding up the turnover of skin cells. Don't confuse medical-grade retinol with the over-the-counter products found in drugstores. Retinols founds in a physician's office offer an excellent opportunity to improve your skin without the dryness and irritation that occurs with retin-A. Retinols are available in several formulations and also are often blended with other beneficial skincare ingredients to increase the results obtained from these products. Depending on the formulation of the products and the strength used, these products are safe and effective for most skin types including sensitive skin.

Our Dr. Tanne Skincare line offers several Retinol products to our patients.

Retinol Serum is available in 4 strengths which can treat sensitive, normal and tolerant skin. Ingredients include:
Retinol- which is pure and active vitamin A - it works to increase cell turnover and exfoliation by stimulating cell production underneath the skin. Skin appears softer and smoother, and will help even out skin tone.
Green tea- which have potent anti-oxidant properties as well as anti-inflammatory and calming effect on the skin, and helps prevent skin irritation.
Caffeine- which enhances the antioxidant properties of the skin and acts as a topical vasoconstrictor.
Hyaluronic Acid- which aids in skin hydration

Clear It Up Retinol Toner Pads- An excellent product for oilier and acne prone skin that is in need of smoothing, clearing, and renewing. Clear It Up is also available in four strengths allowing treatment to be formulated for each patients needs. The pads not only resurface the skin, but also fortify and protect it with antioxidants. This product contains the same retinol as in our serum along with green tea, and caffeine, but does not contain the hydrating hyaluronic acid. This product is used nightly or every other night on clean skin as directed by our skincare professionals.

RejuvaEye Retinol Eye Gel - This is the first product that Dr. Tanne has personally used in the eye area that has the excellent benefits of retinol without the dryness and irritation that this delicate skin is prone to with other products. This unique moisturizing retinol product in an emollient gel, which allows for a sustained release of retinol, thereby reducing skin irritation.

We recommend the use of retinol nightly or every other night, depending on your skin and the condition being treated. As always, we are happy to formulate a skincare regimen for you and your specific skincare needs.

For further inquiries, please contact Ginnie, our Skincare Specialist, at 973-716-9000 or visit Cosmetic Laser MD on the web to book a consultation.





†http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Vitamin_A

News/Brief History on Chemical Peels.....

Despite most people’s concern for the health of the economy, patients want to look their best to bolster their self-confidence and to feel secure in the workplace. In general, patients are choosing less expensive procedures and those with minimal downtime. According to the American Society of Plastic Surgeons the top minimally invasive procedures in 2008 were Botox Cosmetic, dermal fillers, and chemical peels.

Facial blemishes, wrinkles and uneven skin pigmentation are conditions which can be improved by chemical peels. Chemical peels use a solution to improve and smooth the texture of the facial skin by removing its damaged outer layers. Well-formulated blended chemical peel solutions work by breaking down the bonds between the surface cells to allowing them to be more effectively exfoliated. Improved exfoliation allows fresh cells to arise to the surface and leaves skin with an even and fresh appearance. Chemical peels are relatively inexpensive procedures, require minimal recovery time and provide excellent results for patients with all skin types and skin tones, improving the health, function and appearance of the skin.

Peeling the skin has long been a tool for improving its appearance. The use of milk, limestone, sulfur mustard, and even urine was documented for this purpose as early as 3150 BC. Most options available until the late 1800s were highly acidic or alkaline substances that worked purely as corrosives. It was not until around 1850 that physicians began using phenol, salicylic acid, resorcinol and TCA (trichloroacetic acid) for skin lightening and the improvement of skin texture. These procedures were highly invasive and presented dangers of toxicity. During the 1950s and 1960’s the concepts of blending acids as a way to reduce this toxicity came about. In the mid 1970s fruit acids (AHA’s) gained popularity, and since then many options have become available. Superficial blended chemical peels are now the standard of care and offer excellent outcomes, little or no discomfort or down-time.

Using blends of peeling ingredients gives superior results compared to straight acid peels. These newer peels do not cause surface irritation or burns. They allow topical skincare products to penetrate more effectively to strengthen, smooth and brighten the skin. The addition of Vitamin C and other collagen stimulating ingredients, along with skin brighteners increases the excellent outcomes of these peel treatments. These newer blended peels also minimize post inflammatory hyperpigmentation (PIH), which was a common negative side effect of performing chemical peels on patients with darker skin tones.

The correct peel for each patient is determined based on the condition being treated. These peels are noninvasive, exfoliating treatments that rely on fruit acids, vitamins, herbs, antioxidants and pigment suppressing agents to loosen the “glue” that binds dead cells to skin’s surface. Superficial blended peels are available for every skin type and condition. They are used for the treatment of sun damage, fine lines and wrinkles, melasma, acne scars, acne, rosacea and discoloration. They promote the growth of new skin and collagen with an improved texture and radiance that is noticeable in just a few days. The result is smoother, tighter, more hydrated new skin, ultimately, leaving you with a clearer, more youthful complexion.

**A variety of superficial blended chemical peels are available at Cosmetic Laser MD***