Category Archives: SkinSelf Renewal Blog

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…

The New BOTOX  There is another BOTOX available which is FDA approved.  It is called Dysport. It has been used for many years now safely and effectively. There are some advantages like quicker onset of action, but it is very similar to Botox. Now you know, and won’t be caught off guard at the next cocktail party. The fun is to watch the makers of these different BOTOX products battle it out as they try to convince you that BOTOX is better than Dysport and visa versa.  Just remember the name: Dysport. It is just like Coke and Pepsi. BOTOX and DYSPORT

S Sun age spots age us. Shaving costs us time, money and inconvenience. Spider veins, who needs them. There is an ideal time to take care of them all! The winter months are the best time for laser treatments. WHY? Since most people tend to stay out of the sun during the colder months, it is an ideal time for laser skin treatments such as YAG Laser, IPL lasers, and Laser Hair Removal.  Many of these procedures require multiple  treatments for optimal results and have to be performed  every 4 to 6 weeks over several months just in time for summer fun. Laser Hair Removal is for those who don’t want to bother with shaving their underarms, legs and bikini area.  LHR is also ideal for removing unwanted facial and back hair.  Within  4 to 6 treatments at least 4 weeks apart, your skin will be hairless and soft with…

Sugar is a hot topic these days, and for good reason. Excessive sugar consumption can have a detrimental effect on your health. I am not suggesting you can’t enjoy a treat or two occasionally, but beware. Today’s typical western diet is full of hidden sugars and consumers are unaware. The adverse side effects of too much sugar can result in an array of health concerns including premature aging. Yes, sugar can cause wrinkles. Research has shown that advanced glycation due to sugar can cause damage to elastin and break down collagen in the skin. In addition to sagging skin, sugar can lead to many other health conditions as well. Sugar can contribute to the break down of collagen resulting in premature aging. Sugar causes imflammation in the body. Imflamation is the leading contributor to most diseases and health conditions. Sugar can lead to a fatty liver. Our bodies use insulin…

Summer is gone and what remains is older looking skin. Now that winter is approaching, it is more important than ever to take good care of your skin. Chances are, your skin feels dry and appears dull as a result of too much sun and not enough cell turnover. The winter months bring dry, cold weather making your skin appear even older. It is essential to promote skin cell turnover in order to reveal new, younger and more vibrant skin. A vital way you can achieve a more youthful appearance is with proven medical grade skincare products. Medical grade skincare is recommended because it will provide the most effective results available without a prescription. There are many good skincare lines on the market but at Azani Medical Spa, we pride ourselves in having done the research to bring our clients an excellent skincare line with highly effective cell turnover ingredients…