SAVE YOUR SKIN How to Use Proper Exfoliation Techniques
Exfoliation is the fastest way to give dull skin a youthful glow, but there can be too much of a good thing. Using the wrong techniques or exfoliating too often might damage your
Dermatologists recommend chemical exfoliants for most types of skin. They argue these products work better for dry, sensitive, and combination skin, while physical exfoliants could worsen
skin instead of improving its appearance. Before you pick up that scrub, ensure you know the do’s and don’ts of exfoliation. By removing dead skin cells, exfoliation gives your complexion new life. It can minimize signs of aging, like fine lines and age spots. It also unclogs your pores, allows moisturizer to absorb better, and
dryness or acne. However, physical exfoliants generally work well on oily skin, requiring a tougher approach to remove excess buildup.
Remember that exfoliation should not be an everyday activity. Experts urge people to exfoliate only once or twice a week while paying attention to how their skin reacts. If the skin looks or feels worse after starting an exfoliation routine, it’s time to cut back or try a new approach. Further, it pays to be gentle when using abrasive products on your skin.
creates a brighter look for your skin. But exfoliation can also aggravate skin by providing too much stimulation and removing too many cells.
To exfoliate correctly, it helps to understand the types of products on the market. Most exfoliants are either chemical or physical. Chemical exfoliants like salicylic acid destroy the dead skin cells on your face by breaking them apart. Physical exfoliants use abrasive materials to lift and remove dead skin cells from the surface. These exfoliants can be liquid scrubs or objects like brushes or sponges.
Finally, always keep it simple. You don’t need multiple types of exfoliants; find one that works and stick with it! Never exfoliate skin that is irritated, broken out, or freshly waxed. But always moisturize your skin after exfoliating to keep a healthy glow, and be extra diligent about sunscreen use. Your skin will be more susceptible to damage after exfoliating, and a lack of caution can undo all your hard work.
Restore Comfort and Confidence
ALL YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT LABIAPLASTIES
women feel more comfortable both in and out of their clothes. We just recently had a patient, a mother of four, find our office after researching labiaplasties. She had heard of the procedure through a friend and was shocked to learn the procedure existed to help tighten up extra folds of skin down below. It’s important to note that labiaplasties are for a variety of women — we see many doctors, lawyers, bankers, and accountants for this quick and easy procedure that makes a huge impact. For most, the results of the procedure yield more comfort and an improvement in Aesthetics. After a labiaplasty, women who experience some discomfort in wearing certain clothes are able to wear tight-fitting clothes such as yoga pants, leggings, and skinny jeans
with ease and may even experience more comfort with sexual activities or exercise.
The procedure is quick and easy — it can be done in the OR or here in our office under local anesthesia. We first numb the area, then remove excess tissue, concentrating mainly on the labia minora. The entire procedure lasts roughly an hour and we close up the area with dissolvable stitches. We advise that activity is kept to a minimum for a month to allow the area time to heal. Throughout a woman’s lifetime, hormones, pregnancy, puberty, and even menopause can play a large role in altering the appearance and shape of the vulva. Labiaplasties deliver both functional and cosmetic solutions to help maintain comfort and confidence for years to come!
As bathing suit season comes to an end, we tend to see an uptick in labiaplasties — the plastic surgery procedure that alters the folds of skin known as the labia minora and labia majora that surround the vulva. Many people have heard the name, but not everyone knows what it is, or just how easy this outpatient procedure is! Labiaplasties are common and a popular way to help
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