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Know the Facts About Chemical Peels

Taking care of your skin will help it to stay healthy and youthful for a very long time. One of the best ways to do this is by getting rid of dead skin cells, which opens your pores and allows your skin to breathe again.

The safest way to eliminate dead skin is with a chemical peel. It will also correct uneven tones, reduce the appearance of acne, and diminish fine lines and wrinkles. However, there are some facts you should know about chemical peels and what you can do to make your first experience beneficial.

Prepare Your Skin Before a Chemical Peel

You can get a chemical peel without preparation, but if you want to achieve optimal results, it’s better if you clean your skin and make it as healthy as possible before your appointment. Wash your face with a gentle soap and water, and apply some moisturizer, as a chemical peel can be very drying. As wonderful as a chemical peel is for your face, you want to be able to protect your skin as well. Continue reading “Know the Facts About Chemical Peels”

Transform Your Lips and Mouth with Volbella

One of the signs of aging that many women notice is their lips become thinner and lines begin to form around the mouth. There have been several dermal fillers used over the years to restore fullness to the lips, but few have had the results that Volbella offers. Volbella is from the makers of Juvederm and Botox, which have excellent reputations. If you are looking for a fuller, less lined mouth, consider Volbella injections.

Ease of Application

Getting Volbella for your lips and mouth is a very easy process. Your appointment can take place during an afternoon or on a long lunch. The entire procedure only takes about 20 minutes. The injection is prepared with lidocaine, so you will experience very little discomfort during the procedure. It is minimally invasive, and you will see results almost immediately. There is no recovery time, and you can wash your face and wear makeup as normal.

Maintenance

One of the things that makes Volbella a great dermal filler for the lips and mouth is that it lasts quite a while when compared with other lip fillers. Your results from Volbella could last up to one year, compared to the six months of other lip fillers. About 80 percent of recipients of Volbella are still satisfied with the results a year later. This makes maintenance of your look almost effortless. Continue reading “Transform Your Lips and Mouth with Volbella”

Everything You Need to Know about Dysport

Dysport is a newer injectable that is often preferred over Botox. While Botox remains the most common injectable to eliminate lines and wrinkles, Dysport can give you similar results at a lower price. If you are considering Dysport, these facts about the injectable may help you make your decision.

Comfort and Amount

Dysport is designed to be a painless solution for eliminating fine lines and wrinkles. While Botox will often make you feel pressure in your face while it is working, Dysport does not tend to have this side effect. It can be much more comfortable than Botox.

In addition, less Dysport is required for the same results you can get with Botox. This means that you will have fewer injection sites, decreasing the discomfort of the procedure. Continue reading “Everything You Need to Know about Dysport”

Spring Facials and Peels

The winter months can be very damaging to your skin. One of the best ways to revitalize your skin for spring is to get a facial or chemical peel. These treatments will cleanse and replenish your skin to give you a healthier, more vital look.

Facials

There are quite a few different types of facials. The right facial for you depends on your skin’s condition and sensitivities. Some facials are focused on cleansing the skin and pores, while other facials include hydration and massage. There is also a facial specifically designed for pre-teens to help deter acne and other skin blemishes.

All facials will cleanse your skin and pores, hydrate your skin, and give you a fresher look. The Vitamin C facial is particularly good for adding tone and lift to your face. There is also an accent facial, which contours and tightens without surgical measures. Continue reading “Spring Facials and Peels”

CoolSculpting for Men and Women: Target Areas

girlIf you have heard of CoolSculpting, you may be wondering what areas are best for this treatment. There are several problem areas for men and women that are easily treated with CoolSculpting to give you a leaner look. While some areas are common to both men and women, other areas are more specific to one gender or the other.

Common Shared Target Areas

There are several areas that both men and women typically target with CoolSculpting. These target areas can sometimes have stubborn fat that is difficult to lose and keeps clothes from fitting comfortably. These areas include:

  • Stomach or abdomen
  • Arms
  • Thighs
  • Under buttocks
  • Under the neck (double chin)

Continue reading “CoolSculpting for Men and Women: Target Areas”

Why Radiesse is an Amazing Dermal Filler

For nasolabial folds and cheek contouring, there is no better treatment than Radiesse dermal filler. While you have several options for dermal fillers and treatments to erase those laugh lines and plump your cheeks, Radiesse offers many benefits, and other dermal fillers just don’t measure up.

Stimulates Collagen Production

Collagen is the primary protein responsible for the structure of the skin and its connective tissues. As you get older, collagen production slows or stops. This is in part why wrinkles form, and cheeks lose their definition.

Radiesse is unique from other dermal fillers in that it stimulates collagen production. The amazing dermal filler provides results almost immediately. The filler continues to work for you long after it has been injected as the body produces more collagen in problem areas to prevent wrinkles and folds from returning.

Long Lasting Results

Most dermal fillers only provide results for about 12 months or less. Results with any dermal filler are individual and based on several factors. The average duration of a Radiesse treatment is 18 months. This is due to the collagen production that Radiesse stimulates. Other dermal fillers produce limited results because the filler breaks down over time. Radiesse continues working for you long after the injection, which means results last much longer.

Other Benefits

Getting Radiesse in Tampa shares many benefits with other dermal fillers. The treatments do not take long. You can easily schedule the treatment around your lunch break. There is no need to take the day off for treatments. With the use of lidocaine and expert administration by Tampa professionals, your Radiesse treatment will be virtually pain-free. To learn more about what this amazing dermal filler can do for you, contact us today for a consultation.

What You Need to Know About CoolSculpting

girlHave you been struggling with weight loss and looking for new ideas to trim the fat? One option that you may be considering is CoolSculpting. While CoolSculpting will definitely give you a thinner look, it will not deliver the weight loss results you are looking for. This is due to how CoolSculpting works and the body functions.

How Fat Cells Develop and Change

The key to understanding how CoolSculpting works is to understand how fat cells affect weight. As you grow and get older, your body produces fat cells. The number of fat cells you have is fairly set by the time you reach the end of your teen years. If your body isn’t creating new fat cells, why do you gain weight?

Instead of the body creating new fat cells, the fat cells you already have get either bigger or smaller. When fat cells get bigger, you have more weight. When they get smaller, you lose weight. CoolSculpting doesn’t change the size of the fat cells in non-treated areas. What it does do is kill fat cells in the targeted area. Simply eliminating the fat cells in the targeted area is not enough to cause a drop in weight.

What CoolSculpting Can Do for You

If CoolSculpting won’t encourage weight loss, what does it do? The way CoolSculpting works is by freezing fat cells to destroy them. After the treatment, the fat cells will go through a decomposing process until they are absorbed by other cells and eliminated from the body.

CoolSculpting can help you with stubborn fat areas such as the tummy, waist, hips, and thighs. Often, eliminating the fat in these areas can help your clothes fit better and improve your appearance. The scale will stay the same, but you will look and feel thinner. If your doctor is recommending that you lose weight for health reasons, you will still need to seek out appropriate methods for weight loss.

CoolSculpting can help you achieve your goals of fitting into that old dress or your favorite pair of jeans, without diets and weight loss. If you would like to learn more about how CoolSculpting in Tampa can help you with your size goals, contact us today for a consultation.

Why Laser Hair Removal Is Beneficial, Even in the Winter

It may be too cold right now to think about breaking out the bathing suit and heading to the beach or pool but winter is the perfect time to tackle unwanted hair.  The warmer months are right around the corner so now is the time to get your skin ready to bare.

How much do you know about  laser hair removal in Tampa. There are a lot of benefits to undergoing laser hair removal in the winter months rather than waiting for spring to hit. If you schedule your treatments now, you’ll be well prepared when the sun peeks out at last.

Limited Sunlight

Laser hair removal can make your skin more sensitive to UV rays, and it is generally recommended that you stay out of the sun immediately following a treatment. In the winter, this is not a problem at all. You’re spending all of your time either indoors or bundled up against the cold. Limited exposure to the sun is just one reason laser hair removal is preferable in the winter.

Not Pressed for Time

Depending on your individual circumstances and treatment plan, it may take several treatments before your skin is completely smooth. If you wait for spring, you’ll be rushing to get those treatments in as quickly as possible to be ready for summer. By starting in the winter, you can space out your treatments.

Laser hair removal is not instantaneous. It takes time for the hair to fall out. While there are some methods for speeding up the process, such as frequent exfoliation, it is generally recommended to let the process take its course. It is much better for your skin if you don’t try to speed up the process. By getting laser hair removal in the winter, you can stay covered up and take as much time as you need.

Are you ready to start thinking about the beach and sunshine? Get your head start by scheduling a consultation for your laser hair removal in Tampa today.

New Year, New Look! The Benefits of Juvederm

aesthetic medicine tampaAre you unhappy with the image you see in the mirror? When it comes to aging of the skin and facial features, time is not on your side. Laugh lines, marionette lines, and wrinkles can leave you looking much older than you feel. There are a lot of solutions out there, from topical creams to injectables, but success with many of these options is varied or nonexistent.

Juvederm is often your best option for eliminating wrinkles and replenishing volume to your face. This minimally invasive injectable is FDA approved and has helped millions of women look and feel their best. There are a lot of benefits to a Juvederm treatment, with three types available depending on your goals and problem areas.

Virtually Painless

All three types of Juvederm contain lidocaine, which is a local anesthetic. This virtually eliminates any pain that you would have from getting an injection. You will still feel the injection, but it may feel like a tiny prick and possibly some pressure rather than true pain. This makes the process very comfortable. Dr. Hermann is an expert with injectables, and she will be able to administer Juvederm in Tampa with almost no pain.

Long Lasting Results

Juvederm offers fast and long-lasting results. You will begin to see an improvement in your appearance right away, and the effects last for quite some time. The length of time you can go between treatments depends on the type of Juvederm you choose and your own skin’s reaction. Most people who undergo the treatments do not need a booster for at least nine months. For Juvederm Voluma, which adds volume to the cheeks, the results last up to two years.

No Lasting Side Effects

Juvederm is completely safe, as is evidenced by the FDA approval. The only side effects you may have from Juvederm involve the injection site. Some patients have a bit of redness, swelling, itching, or tenderness at the injection site immediately following the treatment. These side effects are not common, and they are short-lived.

Discover how Juvederm can help you look and feel your best. Contact us today for a consultation and to learn more about how Juvederm treatments in Tampa can boost your appearance.

The Ins and Outs of Pro-Nox

If you’re sensitive to pain or your nerves are preventing you from committing to a cosmetic procedure, working with a practitioner like Dr. Hermann is your first step toward a successful, comfortable experience. Dr. Hermann offers Pro-Nox to patients who want to be more relaxed and have less pain during their aesthetic treatment.

What Is It?

Pro-Nox is a patient-controlled pain management system that delivers a blend of 50% oxygen and 50% nitrous oxide to the brain through a plastic mouthpiece. After just a few in-and-out breaths, you will feel relaxed and ready for your treatment. Patients appreciate that because they know themselves best; they know how much pain relief they’ll need and can stop and start the gas as they require. Self administration of analgesics alone can relieve a lot of anxiety patients have over accepting such treatments. There is no fear of “not waking up,” the treatment wearing off, or being out of control of their pain levels.

The effects of Pro-Nox wear off quickly once administration has stopped. After about 20 minutes, the gas is out of your system completely, so there’s no need to worry about taking extra time off or having someone with you during your cosmetic treatment. Continue reading “The Ins and Outs of Pro-Nox”