Dr. Bailey

Are You Concerned About Parabens?

Ageless Remedies SouthPark Med Spa blends science and beauty.

You don’t need to be afraid of parabens.
Why?
Because science has not yet proven parabens are harmful.

Here’s some science, from Dr. Cynthia Bailey’s Skin Care Blog.
She has practiced dermatology in California for over 20 years:

“Years of paraben usage, and numerous other scientific studies
over the past 50 or so years, have failed to show any causal adverse effects
from the use of parabens and UV exposure in humans.
(This is) a topic that I think is critically important, (so) I wanted to also
get the opinion of a skin product chemist that I greatly admire and this is what he said:

“The FDA has been continually calling for scientific papers
and studies regarding paraben safety
(especially since it is a food preservative)
and to date they have found no risk in using parabens.

They (parabens) are the principle preservative
used since World War II and even more compelling
is the fact that epidemiological studies
(studies on large groups of real people)
have not shown increased risk from usage (of parabens).
There is no definitive peer reviewed study
(this is the kind of study that is really strong
and respected by scientists and doctors)
relating paraben and UV combination risk in humans.”

Dr. Bailey adds: “I am always ‘keeping my ear to the ground’
about parabens for both my patients, myself and my family.
I personally use products with parabens.
My family, friends and patients use products with parabens.
I’m super heath conscious and want to make sure
that none of us jeopardize our health
doing something risky that can be avoided…
I believe that it’s always important to ‘follow our gut’
in these situations because science can be wrong,
moves slowly and peace of mind is important.

“My personal conclusion… is that parabens
are better than the alternatives.

“There are some natural preservatives,
but products made with them don’t last long
once opened and are thus impractical for most of us.
They are also typically very expensive
because of their short shelf life.

“I’ve tried a number of naturally preserved
skin care products and I find that they go bad
and smell ‘off’ quickly.”

At our med spa, we, too, are super careful
about the products we choose to offer our clients.

Ageless Elaine wouldn’t have it any other way!

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Part II

“(The role of) a skin care professional has a large educational component that mandates remaining current in the field, as well as providing education on skin health to clients and patients…(We) are not selling hope in a jar, but rather providing realistic and truthful solutions to help deal with extrinsic and intrinsic aging.”

Here are 5 important facts from an article in Skin Inc.
by Carol and Rob Trow:

1. Be careful how you wash your face. Overuse of scrubs can remove protective oils and contribute to aging.  Less is more, and a gentle cleanser and light moisturizer work well for most people.
2. Packaging IS important — not for aesthetic reasons, but to protect the integrity of the ingredients. Don’t waste your money on clear or transparent containers.
3. There is NO evident that the topical application of collagen or elastin can penetrate the dermis.
   
4. If a product sounds too good to be true, the claims are probably false. Skin damage and signs of aging cannot be repaired quickly.
   
5. Less is more when it comes to skin care products.  You should use only what you need, usually about a pea-sized dot.

I know that skin care products are expensive but I hope you
get an expert’s opinion about what is best FOR YOU.

Have you bought some products, even expensive ones,
and then been disappointed?

Ageless Elaine
Your Anti-Aging Expert
Blending Beauty and Science

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 Guidelines for Anti-Aging Skin Care Challenges

as You (Gasp!) Age

Here’s what Judith Newman writes in September’s Allure:           

Life’s big moments are written all over your face –
but you can erase the lines, spots, splotches and blemishes
that come with them.          

Go Judith!           

Some highlights that a medspa can help you with:           

New Job

 Stress, wearing more make-up, and a new routine may lead to putting
your skin care regimen on the back burner.        

Wedding 

Sure-fire recipe for stress. 

***DANGER!  Waiting until the week before to prepare for that radiant, glowing look.         

Pregnancy

Hormone city.  How your skin reacts is quite individual.         

***SOLUTION:  Check with your aesthetician about which
products and treatments are safe.        

Have you experienced any skin problems due to life’s changes?        

What did you do?        

Did it help?        

Let me know.  (That’s what the Comment Box is for…)       

Ageless Elaine
Your Anti-Aging Expert
Blending beauty and science     

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Three Reasons to Buy the Good Stuff
at the Right Place

Money is tight.     

Buying your skin care products at the drug store is less expensive.     

Ageless Elaine gets it.     

But I still say it’s worth the time and money to get professional advice
and perhaps (though not always) pay a bit more.     

Why?

Because:     

1.    In order to be sure that over-the-counter products are safe,
the concentration of the active ingredients in these products
is much lower than that used in professional products.     

2.    Results are not as effective.  Think “value.”     

3.    There are still safety concerns if these products are used improperly
or if any of the active ingredients cause an unforeseen skin reaction.     

When you consult with a skin care expert, adverse reactions can be avoided.       

“Knowing who not to treat is extremely important…
(M)any factors could adversely affect the outcome of the procedure
and pose unforeseen side effects” states dermatologist Ranella J. Hirsch, MD, FAAD, clinical assistant professor of dermatology
at Boston University School of Medicine in Boston.     

“For example, a person using a retinoid could be at risk for an adverse skin reaction from a chemical in these at-home products that should not be used simultaneously.”     

We are Charlotte’s skin care gurus.
(It says so right on our website!)     

We educate you about:     

• What you need
• When and how to use it
• And when not to use it!

Ageless Remedies SouthPark carries many professional grade products
as well as our own brand which we customize specifically for you.     

A highly trained and experienced medical aesthetician
evaluates your skin and explains what would be your best choices to achieve the results you want.     

Do you want healthy, radiant, young-looking skin?
What bothers you the most about your skin? 

Sincerely,
Ageless Elaine
Your Anti-Aging Expert
   

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Focus on Your Eyes

How to Prevent Signs of Aging Around Your Eyes

Ageless Elaine is getting lots of questions.

Fine lines and wrinkles are starting to show up
in your 30’s and 40’s.

What can you do?

At this age, you’re thinking about prevention.
Maybe a little repair.

What can eye products do for you?

Basically, you need to have effective hydration
and technologically advanced ingredients
to strengthen and firm the extremely delicate skin
around your eyes.

Here’s one example:

LUMIÈRE Bio-restorative Eye Cream by Neocutis

This is an intensive line smoothing eye cream
with PSP® and that energizes, revitalizes
and rejuvenates the delicate eye area.

It is formulated with PSP®,
the most complete protein blend of Human Growth Factors,
Cytokines and Interleukins available
to smooth and soften the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles.
PSP® and hyaluronic acid help firm and hydrate
the delicate skin under and around the eyes:

•  Help reduce the appearance of under eye darkness.
•  Smoothe the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles.
•  Soothe and refresh the delicate eye area
to help minimize signs of fatigue.
•  And caffeine helps alleviate puffiness.

This is my personal favorite.
So much good stuff in this product.
And “Lumiere” means “light” in French.

Many of our clients prefer IS Clinical Youth Eye Complex.

Do you use either of these?  Or something else?

What’s your experience?

Both of these products are excellent.

Click on the links below for more details.
And let me know if you have any questions.

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Here’s lookin’ at ya!

Ageless Elaine

Your Anti-Aging Expert

Blending Beauty and Science

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