Jul 26, 2017 | Stress, Weight Loss
Years ago, scientists at Harvard University observed that some children who ate popsicles got dimples in their cheeks. The scientists – Dr Dieter Manstein and Dr R. Rox Anderson – realised that the popsicles were freezing and eliminating small pockets of fat cells!
The idea that cold temperate can target fat cells – without damaging the skin or surrounding tissue – was the insight behind Cryolipolysis®, the proven science on which fat freezing technologies like CoolSculpting is based.
Fast forward to today, the fat freezing method called CoolSculpting is now the #1 non-surgical fat reduction procedure globally.
CoolSculpting has been performed on more than 4 million patients worldwide, and is the only FDA-cleared, non-surgical fat-reduction treatment that uses controlled cooling to eliminate stubborn fat that resists all efforts through diet and exercise.
The CoolSculpting procedure safely delivers precisely controlled cooling to gently and effectively target the fat cells underneath the skin. Treated fat cells are frozen, then die. Over time, your body naturally processes the fat and eliminates these dead cells, leaving a more sculpted you.
The results are proven, noticeable, and lasting—so you’ll look great from every angle.
During your treatment, a gel pad and applicator will be applied to the targeted area. The CoolSculpting applicator delivers controlled cooling to the targeted fat. During your procedure, feel free to read, check email, or even take a nap!
To discover more about this technology or to find out if you are a suitable candidate, leave your contact details here: https://fairymarraine.com/weight-loss/fat-freeze/
Jul 20, 2017 | Featured, Hair
Every day, each person loses about 50 to 100 strands of hair, which is totally normal. But when you start to see thinning, bald patches, or even clumps of hair falling out, you start to worry – whether you are a guy or a girl.
Hair loss may not be just a cosmetic issue. In fact, hair loss can also be a sign of certain imbalance in the body.
Here’s six best ways to cure hair loss.
1. Get your hormones checked
Sometimes, the culprit to hair loss lies with the hormones. Some people have a genetic predisposition to “hormone hijacking,” but it can also be due to diet, lifestyle and environment. A simple blood test can determine your hormone levels and their pathways. By working with your physician, you can make lifestyle changes and find natural ways to help hair grow.
2. Look for other root causes
“Fully understanding everything that is awry is very important at the onset because hair cannot regrow unless the environment is perfect,” said Dr. Shani F. Francis, a board- certified dermatologist and director of the Hair Disorders Center of Excellence at NorthShore University HealthSystem in Evanston, Illinois.
Anemia, insulin resistance, thyroid problems, an autoimmune disease like alopecia areata, and stress can all cause hair loss. It may even signal what’s known in Chinese medicine as a kidney yin and blood deficiency.
“Different organ systems manifest in different parts of the body and it’s the kidneys that manifests on the hair on our head,” Carney said.
Chinese herbs, acupuncture and foods like goji berries can build up yin in the body and restore balance.
3. Stop over-styling
If you’re constantly touching up your dark roots, or fighting with your super curly hair to be stick straight, you could actually be causing breakage. Since the hair is breaking faster than it’s growing, it looks like you’re losing it.
“If all of these treatments and styling preferences don’t enhance your natural hair, then in some regards, they can be destructive,” Francis said.
4. Medications may help
Minoxidil is an FDA-approved treatment for hair loss but it has to be used consistently for it to be effective. Also, it takes four to six months to see any improvement and up to a year to get the full benefit, Francis said.
Finasteride, also known by the brand name Propecia, is a pill that’s FDA-approved but only for men. Although effective, there is a risk for heart problems, increased heart rate, edema, headaches, and weight gain.
5. Try laser hair therapy
Low-level laser light brushes, combs and other devices which are FDA-cleared for both men and women are available without a prescription. Although it’s not clear how the devices work, it’s thought to “stimulate the hair follicles’ energy cells to be more active,” Francis said. They’re also foolproof, telling you when and how far to move the device and they even automatically shut off.
6. Consider hair transplant surgery
The hair follicles that are thinning are actually still in the scalp, but they’re sleeping.
“Transplantation can take the follicles that are not resting and transplant them into an area where the follicles are,” Francis said.
Yet instead of opting for surgery at the first sign of hair loss, it’s a good idea to wait until hair loss has slowed down or stopped altogether, she said.
Jul 14, 2017 | Featured, Skin
It is a long standing stereotype that women love to pretty themselves up while guys will just throw on a t-shirt and jeans and be on their way. While this stereotype does have merit, it is not as solid as one may think. Even men care about their appearance. They may show this care in a different way then women do, but they do still very much care. It is because of this desire to look good and attractive that cause so many men to hit the gym all the time.
But one thing more and more men are starting to realize is that women do not just want a guy with a nice body, but a nice face as well. What I mean by this is that some guys will have a lot of lines and wrinkles, which can detract from their overall attractiveness. This is why Men and Botox are starting to come together.
In the past, men did not like to use cosmetic things because it would make them feel overly feminine, like it was a womans thing. This feeling is still very much true, which is why you do not see many guys getting manicures. But when it comes to botox, this is something even men are starting to make use of.
Botox is a great way for a man to remove those pesky wrinkles and lines from his face, giving him a softer, more youthful appearance to go with that physique he has been working on. It has very little to do with typical woman’s products and as such it is becoming more widely acceptable for men to make use of it.
Men and Botox may be becoming more popular, but there are still many who hold reservations. They are still afraid that it is a bit too feminine for their tastes and it makes them uncomfortable. This is why a common question asked by potential botox users is just how many guys actually use botox.
Safe to say, thousands, if not millions of men use botox to regain their youthful appearance. Even more men are starting to use it as well, making that number go even higher as the days roll by.
While men are starting to accept botox as being on the same level as working out at the gym (By that I mean, something both men and women can do) they might also be wary of the potential risks. Using treatments like this are fairly foreign and so it should come as no surprise why some guys would have some reservations.
Botox does have side effects, but for the most part they are mild and diminish rapidly if you have them at all. In some rare cases more extreme side effects can occur, such as difficulty breathing or swallowing due to the way botox works.
If you are a guy and are interesting in making use of botox, you should not feel any shame in your choice. As I said above, it is no different then hitting the gym, you are simply making yourself more attractive so that you can appeal to women more.
Jul 8, 2017 | Featured, Skin
For women who want to look younger, and even some men, the newest injections for the wrinkles may be something to consider if you have tried everything else with little to no results.
Having a qualified professional inject substances that help turn back the clock by diminishing the deep lines and creases you see every day may be your next option.
The newest injections for the wrinkles vary with most common being the ones that are collagen based. As we age, our skin loses it’s elasticity and collagen becomes less prevalent under the skin making those creases and fine lines become more noticeable.
Other types of injectables are fat grafts, acid-based fillers, Botox, and silicone. Fat grafts are your own fatty tissue that is removed from one area of the body to another.
Acid-based fillers, such as Restylane, are quickly becoming more popular for those that want a longer lasting procedure.
Botox, which is derived from the botulism toxin, is the most cost effective and provides a quick fix to problem areas.
The most popular of the injectables is silicone. Microdroplet Liquid Silicone is injected beneath the layers of skin on the face which helps the muscles around the eyes and mouth relax giving the skin a smoother, softer look.
The results of these fillers can be amazing. These types of treatments add plumpness to the skin and fill in deep lines and creases. Your cheeks and lips appear fuller and your eyelids look lifted.
These types of procedures are usually performed in twenty minutes or less, on an outpatient basis, in a clinic or doctors office.
Possible side effects include itching, redness, swelling, and a temporary hardening of the area. Although rare, in some cases an allergic reaction can occur, which can be life threatening.
Since everyone is different the length of time each procedure lasts depends on that particular person and how deep the lines and creases were to begin with and how they react to the treatment.
While some patients may not need a touch up for a year, others may need to make an appointment within three months for one.
Before undergoing any type of surgical procedure do your homework. Research the different types, results, side effects and most importantly the doctor who will be performing the procedure. There have been numerous reports regarding the dangers of receiving these procedures by physicians who are not skilled in giving them.
Blood clots can result from the filler being accidentally injected into a blood vessel, creating a life threatening emergency that requires immediate attention.
For this reason, it is best to ask someone who has had a good result for a recommendation as well as asking for the qualifications of the physician you choose and to see testimonials of former patients.
Companies everywhere continue to work furiously to be the first to create the next best thing in skin fillers. The demand for anti-aging products keeps growing due to the Baby Boomer generation becoming older every year.
Due to these procedures being considered cosmetic in nature, the newest injections for the wrinkles aren’t covered under health insurance policies. The average price for looking younger is between five hundred and one thousand dollars, per syringe.
Jul 1, 2017 | Stress
They say that exercise is one of the best activities for stress relief that you can do. And of all the exercises you can do, walking tops the list.
Taking a nice walk after dinner with your spouse, or a friend, or even your kids, is a great way to relax and have some fun, too.
Make sure you have some good walking shoes with good support and wear some non-restricting clothing like sweat pants and a t-shirt. Throw a light jacket over everything if the weather is a little cool. You can always take it off if you get too warm.
Start slowly, if you are not accustomed to walking or exercising, just make the first walk around the block in your neighborhood. Do this for a week or two until your body gets used to it then branch out and go two or three blocks.
Keep doing this every day or mix things up a bit and go to a local park or forest preserve and walk the trails.
Maybe you live in an area that has a bike path or walking trail that the city or county keeps up for those who want to use it. Sometimes they can go for miles and let you see some of the area where you live.
Just being out in nature has a calming effect on the body so walking through a nature preserve is one of the best activities for stress relief you can do for yourself.
Relieving the tension in your life is as important as eating and drinking. If you let it all build up it can have some detrimental effects on your body and overall health.
Headaches, heartburn, depression, anger, and increased anxiety are all symptoms of increased tension. If all of these go unchecked for an extended period of time it can lead to more serious things like high blood pressure.
High blood pressure can lead to any number of even more serious conditions like stroke and heart attack. It can have a domino effect where one thing leads to another and another.
Any form of exercise will help reduce the amount of tension you feel especially after the first few times you do it and the soreness or stiffness all goes away. After a work out you will feel energized and able to take on the world again with confidence.
I chose to tell you about walking because research has shown walking to be the best and it is easy to do. All you have to do is get up and start doing it. You do not have to join a gym to do your walking but you can if you want to.
You can basically walk anywhere. If you live in a place that has winter and it is too cold to walk outside for some of the year, a lot of people choose to walk at a local mall when the weather is bad.
Do yourself a favor, take care of yourself, get up and do one of the best activities for stress relief there is, take a walk.
