Jun 20, 2017 | Expert Interviews, Skin
Physician Approved Botox is one of the most common non-surgical cosmetic procedures out there. It is widely used by all sorts of people, from celebrities to normal people. While some of us may not like to admit it, as we get older our bodies start to show signs of aging, signs we want to get rid of. This is where botox comes in. It is an easy, simple and non-invasive procedure that can shore up your face and remove the various lines that come about due to age.
Botox is primarily used in the face. When it was first approved for use it was used to get rid of the creases between your eyebrows, however it quickly became popular and now days it is used for all sorts of lines and wrinkles on your face. From crows feet to frown lines around the mouth. It is also used to help with non-cosmetic things as well, such as spasming muscles and poor eye coordination.
The way botox works is that, as unnerving as it sounds, it actually paralyzes the muscles in your body. The reason things like wrinkles come about is because our muscles tense as we make various facial expressions, this takes it toll over the span of our lives. Botox temporarily paralyzes those muscles and allows them to relax, allowing your face to recover from the damage done throughout the years.
However, even with Physcian Approved Botox the effects are only temporary. Because of the proteins used to make your muscles relax are absorbed into your body, they lose effectiveness. As such a botox treatment will only last for a few months, usually between three to six months. This is good in case you did not like it and do not want to be stuck with it, but it also means you will need routine injections to keep it up.
That actually leads me into how the procedure is actually done. As I have mentioned above, botox treatments are not invasive in the least. There is no surgery involved or anything like that. A trained physician will mark your the areas on your face where you will be injected with the botox. They will then insert a very small needle and inject the botox so it can go to work.
The procedure is pretty much painless and will only last for ten to twenty minutes. The time it takes to see the results can vary, some people see results within the first day while others take around a week. However soon after your injections you will notice a stark improvement to the skin on your face, those wrinkles will vanish seemingly overnight.
Like with any medical procedure, there is a chance the injections can be done improperly. This is why you need a Physician Approved Botox injection by someone certified to handle the procedure. As with any medical procedure you should talk to your doctor about all the risks and make sure you are fully aware of what you are getting into so you know you are making the right choice.
Jun 14, 2017 | Skin
Makeup To Hide The Wrinkles
You can find makeup to hide the wrinkles and it doesn’t have to cost you an arm and a leg. The products you already have, when applied correctly can help you diminish lines and wrinkles.
Most women start out with some sort of foundation. Did you know that HOW you put that foundation on is important to keeping it from caking in the corners of your eyes and making the creases around your mouth look deeper by the end of the day?
I have read that if you use a heavier foundation you should put it on and smooth it out with a damp make up sponge. This thins it out and not only makes it easier to spread evenly but it also goes on smoother so that it does not cake up or cause you to look ten years older by the end of the day instead of ten years younger.
Also, there are shading, highlighting and blending techniques you should learn so you can effectively use your makeup to hide the wrinkles and look and feel younger.
Some other suggestions, besides the one above, I have for you are:
1. Some women, I have found, use their concealer almost as a primer for the eye lid before applying any type of eye color. Concealer apparently can work to keep things looking smooth and even give you a softer eye look along with hiding those dark circles under your eye.
1. While doing your eyes, use earthier tones instead of bright colors and use the lighter of the three colors to highlight on your upper brow bone area. This will make your eyes seem more open and give you an instant eye lift.
2. Use less eyeliner on your lower eye lids and blend the eyeliner you use on your upper eye lids. Or do not use any on your lower eye lids especially for a nice clean day or playful look. Do this step only for when you go out at night.
3. Use the same highlighter color you used on your brow bone to highlight just under your cheek bones and under your neck. Just brush and blend evenly to make it look natural.
4. Stop using powders that can cake in the problem areas, as well.
So, if you are approaching the age of 50, and are noticing more of those fine lines around your eyes and mouth or have noticed that your skin is not as firm as it used to be, you may want to think about making some changes to your morning routine and learn a few new techniques to use when putting on your face every day.
Do not worry, these new techniques are not difficult to learn and may even cut your time in front of the mirror down some.
Do a search online and you will be inundated with myriad suggestions, articles, and videos on how to artfully apply your makeup to hide the wrinkles and continue to look years younger.
Jun 8, 2017 | Skin
Finding a home remedy for dry itchy skin is a priority for anyone who suffers from it. The good news is that here is no shortage of remedies available, though some will work better for you than others. The reason for this is simple: everybody is different, and they will each react in their own way to any remedy that they use. You may need to go through a bit of trial and error before you find the most effective treatments for your dry, itchy skin, but it will be worth it once you find something that works.
You must always talk to your doctor or dermatologist about any skin care concerns that you have. Dry, itchy skin may be a symptom of a more serious health problem, and only a medical professional can give you a proper diagnosis. Nothing in this article meant to be, nor should it be taken as medical advice.
If you have a can of evaporated milk (not to be confused with sweetened condensed milk), try adding it to your bath water. This will make your skin feel more moist, and makes a good home remedy for dry itchy skin.
Another option for your bath water is a combination of baking soda and oatmeal. You can even mix the two ingredients with the evaporated milk for even softer skin. It should be noted that the baking soda may change the pH balance of your skin, so you may want to test it on a small area before bathing in it.
There are several different home remedies that can be applied to the skin. The following is only a partial list:
– Vitamin E oil (you can buy this as an oil, or break open a few liquid Vitamin E capsules to get the oil from the inside)
– Witch hazel
– Aloe Vera gel
– Lemon juice
– Cod liver oil
– Corn starch (sprinkled directly on your skin or added to your bath water)
– Wheat germ oil
– Olive oil
– Raw egg
– Chickweed and burdock root (in poultice form)
Perhaps the most effective home remedy for dry itchy skin is staying properly hydrated. Be sure to drink plenty of water throughout the course of the day. If you find yourself getting thirsty, then that’s a sign that you should be drinking more water. Low humidity in your home can also cause dry skin. You can easily add more moisture to the air, and also your skin, by using a portable humidifier.
The main thing to keep in mind is that you do not have to suffer. Choose any home remedy for dry itchy skin that is listed above, or discover more remedies of your own. As long as it brings relief, that’s all that matters.
Jun 2, 2017 | Medical Aesthetic, Skin
Botox For Beauty
Beauty is something we all appreciate and strive to possess. There is no shame in wanting to look attractive and appealing to others. This desire to remain youthful looking and attractive has spawned a myriad of ways to actually accomplish this task. From various medicines and herbs to outright surgery, people will try all sorts of things to go back to looking the way they once did. One of the most common methods is using Botox for Beauty.
Botox is a painless and simple procedure that will remove the various lines and wrinkles from your face, giving you the youthful look you once had. Botox has become so wide spread that it is as common as dying your hair.
As our bodies age they naturally lose their youthful look and in many cases, their appealing appearance. This is just the harshness of the aging process and while you can take measures to slow it down, it is an inevitable occurrence. This law of nature can not be undone by modern medicine, however it’s side effects can be temporarily fixed.
No matter what kind of treatment you use to retain your youthful appearance, they are all temporary. As I said above, modern medicine has not yet reached the point where it can halt the aging process or it’s effects on our appearance. Using Botox for Beauty or other methods like plastic surgery can mitigate these effects but they do not last forever, especially when it comes to botox.
While some methods, such as surgery, can last for years or decades, botox lasts much shorter. So you have to make sure you get frequent injections to keep your face smooth and wrinkle free. You will have to speak with your doctor on the specifics and how often you will have to take these injections, but needless to say it is not a one time deal.
While botox is probably the simplest and easiest method to remain attractive, it is not without it’s risks. Botox works by, essentially, relaxing the muscles in your face which are the cause for your wrinkles. This can have numerous side effects which can be potentially harmful.
Some side effects can be things like difficulty swallowing or breathing, as the muscles in your throat become too relaxed to work properly. Drooping eyelids are another side effect as well as bruising and slight redness on your face.
So while there are side effects, like any medication they are generally slight and millions of people use Botox for Beauty without even the slightest hitch. So if you are interested in this treatment then you should speak with your doctor for more in depth information.
Using botox to improve your looks by removing the effects of aging may be a fast and simple method. But if the side effects are proving to be too much of a deterrent or if you simply do not mesh well with botox, there are other methods you can look into.
There are numerous creams and herbs that may work better for you. But if you can use botox then myself and many others would highly recommend it as it is very effective at what it does.
