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Glossary
Acne - (Acne Treatment)
Acne is a blocking and
subsequent infection of the skin's pores or follicles. It is
estimated that 75% of all teenagers and young adults suffer from
acne. Although not as common, acne can also affect people in their
30s and 40s.
Aesthetics
The science and study of beauty.
Alpha Hydroxy Acids
Acids derived from fruit and milk sugars and
used in certain creams and lotions. Alpha Hydroxy Acids are believed
to reduce spots, wrinkles, and other signs of aging, sun-damaged
skin.
Anti-inflammatory
Reducing inflammation by acting on the body's
normal responses without directly affecting the cause.
Biocompatible
The ability of a substance to interact with the body
without harmful effects.
Biodegradable: The ability to dissolve by natural means.
BOTOX® Cosmetic (Botulinum Toxin Type A)
A purified protein
produced by the clostridium botulinum bacteria, which reduces the
activity of muscles that can cause frown lines.
Collagen
The major fibers of protein found in connective tissue,
cartilage and bone.
Commissures
Corners or angles of the lips or eye.
Cryotherapy
The medical use of freezing cold to destroy tissue,
such as tumors, moles or warts.
Dermabrasion
A procedure performed with an abrasive wheel or
brushes, to wear away the upper layers of skin and improve
irregularities in the skin surface, such as acne scars or chicken
pox marks.
Dermal
Relating to the skin or dermis.
Dermal Filler
A substance injected into the skin to restore volume
to the skin and smooth out facial wrinkles.
Dermis
The "middle portion" of the skin, containing nerves, blood
vessels, oil glands, and hair follicles.
Elastin
A protein in the middle layer of the skin that helps
maintain resilience and elasticity.
Epidermis
The outermost layer of the skin that serves as a tough,
waterproof protection.
Fitzpatrick Skin Types: A scale that divides skin into six different
types.
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Type I: White skin that never tans and always burns easily.
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Type II: White skin that tans slightly and always burns easily.
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Type III: Light brown skin that tans gradually and can burn
moderately.
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Type IV: Moderately brown skin that tans well and burns slightly.
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Type V: Dark brown skin that tans profusely and burns rarely.
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Type VI: Black skin with deep pigmentation that never burns.
Furrows
Deep narrow grooves or deep wrinkles in the skin, most
often caused by repeated frowning, squinting and other facial
expressions.
Glabellar Creases
Creases in the forehead between the brows. Also
called "frown lines."
Hyaluronic Acid
A substance found in the connective tissue of the
body that cushions and lubricates. Hyaluronic acid also creates
volume in the face, giving it a healthy, youthful appearance.
Hydrophilic
Attracting or associating with water.
Isovolemic Degradation
The process by which a substance dissolves
as each molecule progressively binds with more water.
Laser
A device that concentrates high amounts of energy into a beam
of radiation.
Laugh Lines
A loss of volume in fatty tissue between the mouth and
cheeks that creates lines or ridges.
Marionette Lines
Lines going down from either side of the mouth.
Also known as "oral commissures."
Microdermabrasion
The use of aluminum oxide crystals, which are
blown against the skin and removed, to eliminate the outer layer of
the skin and stimulate growth factors.
NASHA™ (Non-Animal Stabilized Hyaluronic Acid)
Hyaluronic acid that
does not come from animal parts.
Nasolabial Folds
Ridges or edges that appear from the root of the
nose to the angle of the mouth.
Non-steroidal: Not containing steroids, the family of chemical
substances found in many hormones, body constituents, and drugs.
Oral Commissures
Lines going down from either side of the mouth.
Also known as "Marionette Lines."
Photoaging
Damage from sun exposure over time, especially skin
wrinkles.
Pre-testing
Testing done before a procedure to determine if any
allergic reactions might occur.
Restylane®
A dermal filler that restores volume to the skin, giving
a smoother, more youthful appearance.
Retinoids
Any of a group of natural or human-made substances
similar to Vitamin A. Retinoids are useful in treating acne, aging
skin, psoriasis and certain skin cancers.
Rosacea (Redness)
Skin condition typically
involving the face that is characterized by flushing, red bumps and
telangiectasia (dilated, visible capillaries); it is most common
among fair-skinned women, who develop it in their 30s through 50s.
Benefits of Treatment.
Improves Rosacea breakouts and facial flushing.
Reduces fine lines and wrinkles
Smooth skin and minimizes large pore size
Reduces irregular hyper-pigment and freckling from sun damage.
Choosing a medical treatment solution for beautiful skin was once a
confusing and difficult decision. Many methods and technologies
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Fotofacial RF® Rejuvenation (IPL) Treatments are full face, neck
and/or chest treatments, using a combination of pulses of visible
light and radio frequency energy that effectively improve facial
redness and flushing as well as the visible signs of sun damage,
wrinkles and skin laxity.
Skin
The protective covering of the body.
St. John's Wort
A long-living, wild-growing plant with yellow flowers. The plant's
extracts have been used f or centuries to try to treat mental
disorders and nerve pain.
Sun Protection Factor (SPF)
How many times longer a person wearing sunscreen can stay in the sun
before beginning to burn than they would without any sunscreen at
all.
Ultraviolet Rays (UV rays)
An invisible form of radiation found in sunlight that can change and
damage skin cells which can lead to sunburn, premature wrinkles,
skin cancer and other skin problems.
Vermillion Border
The area where the red or pink lip border meets the skin.
Wrinkles - (Wrinkle
Reduction Treatments)
Wrinkles are a ridge on
the skin caused by age, fatigue, or other reasons and are the most
common sign of aging. We all get them and we all want to get rid of
them. Unfortunately, there is no simple solution when it comes to
wrinkle removal. That's because there are actually three different
types of wrinkles, and each has specific treatments designed to
treat them.
For a FREE no obligation consultation or for more information please
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