SkinSelf Renewal Blog
Top 4 Aesthetic Trends, Liquid Facelift in Lehigh Valley
1-Face lifts will continue to drop in demand while liquid face lifts grow in popularity specially with the younger market 40 to 59 year olds. Liquid Facelift involves injecting Dysport or Botox with filler like Restylane, Perlane or Juvederm. 2-Laser lipolysis will continue to be one of the most in demand procedures due to its minimal downtime and great results. 3-Younger patients (24 to 40 years old) will continue to discover aesthetic medical services for retarding aging.4-Men will continue to seek medical aesthetic procedures in greater number, as they want to remain competitive in their careers.
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Azani’s Dr. Gavin Skin Care Video Tip Series
Watch Dr. Monica Gavin’s video tip series on how to best care for your skin. I explain how important ingredients are, what ingredients (e.g. retinol, hyaluronic acid, alpha hydroxy acid, ceramides) should be in your skin care regimen, and what each one does. At the end of the series you will be armed with the knowledge to be a savvy skin care consumer. Please post comments, share with friends, and ask me questions. I am here to help you design the best anti aging, anti acne, skin care regimen for you! You can also calls us at 610-625-3000 or click here to schedule your free skin care consultation with our experienced licensed medical aesthetician. Azani Medical Spa serves the entire Lehigh Valley to include Bethlehem, Easton and Allentown. Check out the series here:
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Dr. Gavin’s tip on outpatient liposuction
Are you confused about liposuction treatments for fat reduction? Outpatient liposuction has become very popular because technology has allowed for effective fat reduction with minimal downtime.The physician can use different tools to break down the fat and suction it out. There is laser assisted such as SmartLipo. There is water assisted such as Water Jet. There is ultrasound assisted. Each one works for different areas and for different patients. Remenber: “One size does not fit all.” Ideally the physician you choose to do your procedure should have access to all technologies, so the right one can be used for you. We recommend you choose a board certified plastic surgeon with years of experience. Azani Medical Spa (serving Bethlehem, Easton, Allentown) provides just that: an experienced board certified plastic surgeon with access to all the cutting edge technologies. We are offering $500 off any liposuction procedure for a limited time. Call us at 610-625-3000 or click…
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Oregano, inflamation and bone loss
Chronic inflammation is known to be associated with increase risk of chronic diseases such as cardiovascular disease and arthritis. One way to fight that inflammation is through nutrition. According to a study conducted by Swiss researchers, oregano is the “ultimate inflammation fighter” thanks to its active ingredient betacaryophyllin (E-BCP). E-BCP is also known to be present in many other spices and herbs, such as basil, rosemary, cinnamon and black pepper. Other studies have found that oregano also contains the powerful antifungal agents, phytochemicals thymol and carvacrol. And oregano oil has a strong antibacterial action against a range of bugs including those responsible for E.coli, salmonella and the common cold. I recommend that my patients take a daily nutraceutical of organic whole foods. Contact Azani Medical Spa if you are interested in adding pharmaceutical grade nutritional supplements for great health!
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Vampire Facial Bethlehem, Easton and Allentown
The vampire facial is a combination of a microneedling with the application of PRP (platelet-rich plasma). The PRP is derived from the serum portion of the blood, which contains platelets. The platelets contain high levels of growth factors, which, when applied to the skin, will stimulate cell turnover. This helps the skin function optimally, increasing everything from collagen to elastin, while also bringing antioxidant and hydrating properties. Patients with premature wrinkles, high levels of solar damage, or anyone who wants an even tone, fresher appearance to their skin and firmer skin are ideal candidates for the procedure. As well as patients with acne scars. The procedure is extremly safe when the only FDA approved micreneedling device on the market, the SkinPen, is used. The patient can expect to feel and look like a sunburn for 24 hours, with dry skin for a few days. Multiple treatments may be needed for…
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Enjoy Azani Medical Spa’s Skin Self Renewal Blog
Feel free to grab a cup of tea, put your feet up and take a look around. You’ll find heaps of great content and information about medical aesthetics and wellness, the team at Azani Medical Spa, the Lehigh Valley Community, and there’s plenty of goodies to come! I hope you enjoy and feel free to let me know what you think!
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The Perfect Derma Peel
The Perfect Derma™ Peel is the only peel on the market today that contains the anti oxidant Glutathione. Glutathione, known as the body’s master antioxidant, plays a key role in your body’s natural cell detoxification by protecting cells from free radical damage and holding off the ravages of aging. Most people stop producing their own glutathione around age 40, which makes our bodies less able to fight off toxins. Glutathione also penetrates deep into the cellular level of the skin to fight oxidant damage and is the most current anti-aging answer to premature wrinkling. Ingredients: TCA, Retinoic Acid, Salicylic Acid, Kojic Acid, Phenol, Glutathione and Vitamin C Glutathione is widely used in medicine and in skin care products. This powerful tripeptide consists of glycine, cysterin and glutamate. Considered to be the “master” antioxidant, it is well documented to prevent and reverse free radical damage to cells, making it a highly effective anti aging ingredient for improving…
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EXFOLIATION:Chemical peels, Dermabrasion, Dermaplaning.
Exfoliation is removing the outermost layer of the skin getting rid of all the dead, dry and dull skin cell buildup from the surface of the skin to reveal newer, brighter, smoother and firmer skin. There are two different kinds of exfoliation: chemical and physical. Chemical exfoliation utilizes safe-for-skin acids that break through debris and dead skin on a cellular level. Physical refers to anything with a slightly grainy or abrasive texture used to manually remove buildup. Chemical Peels can be further broken down into the specific acids that are used. Click here to further explore the different kinds of chemical peels. A chemical peel is a quick way to improve and smooth the texture of your skin, minimize scarring, increasing skin tone, firmness and the penetration of your daily skin care regimen. There is minimal downtime to a peel; however, you may experience quite a bit of skin flaking…
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Fish and Flaxseed Oil
What are fish oil and flaxseed oil?Fish oil is derived from the tissues of fatty fish.Flax Seed Oil is a blue flowering plant that is grown on the Western Canadian Prairies.These natural oils are highly recommended for the general well being and whole body nutrition.They contain omega-3, B vitamins, potassium, lecithin, magnesium, fiber, protein, and zinc . Should you add fish or flax seed oil to your diet? Some nutritionists, researchers, and scientists believe that it could be the most important health-promoting supplement next to a multi-vitamin. Nearly every system in the body can benefit from these oil’s natural properties. Just look at this list of facts and studies of what these Oils can and may accomplish: – Research shows low incidence of breast cancer and colon cancer inpopulations that have high amounts of lignan in their diet. Flax is 100 times richer in lignan than most whole grains. – Studies show that Omega-3 fatty acids help lower…
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Tech in skin care? Yes, Lipochroman
Ultra Benefits moisturizer, with Lipochroman, helps repair and prevent damage while restoring youthful glow. Ultra Benefits™ with ABF Complex™ and Lipochroman helps firm, fade and tighten skin while helping to combat nitrogen and oxygen free radical damage. This anti-aging moisturizer is truly superior to any product you have ever used! Use coupon code ULBEN152019 to receive 15% until 2-28-19. Click here to go to secured online shopping. Benefits: Delivers Dramatically Younger Looking Skin in only 7 days Provides Nitrogen And Oxygen Free Radical Protection Evens Skin Tone While it Photo-Protects Firms and Hydrates Skin with Advanced Peptides Featured Ingredients:ABF Complex™: A unique blend of protective, brightening, and firming actives. Antioxidant: Lipochroman, a vitamin like molecule, is more than ten times stronger than the leading antioxidant and it uniquely prevents formation of both oxygen- and nitrogen- free radicals to protect skin from intrinsic and extrinsic aging. Recent clinical test performed has showed that the antioxidative…
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