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) DOTmed Industry Sector Report: Cosmetic and Surgical Laser Sales
He could witnesses the manifestation of disappearing wrinkles, shaving bumps, varicose veins, tattoos, scars, acne, hair removal and the effects of similar aesthetic rejuvenations, not with an elixir but with light. Nearly 500 years later, people still clamor to be ever-young, ever-beautiful and ever-healthy, and aesthetic and surgical lasers help enhance their appearance, self-esteem, personal comfort and quality of life. And thus, they are willing to pay for the benefits of Light Amplification by Stimulated Emission of Radiation (LASER) treatment. Aesthetic LASERs and MediSpas The International SPA Association (ISPA)1 indicates the number of Spas in the U.S. increased from 14,600 to 18,100 last year, a growth of 24%. More than 138 million people indulged in spa visits though no data from ISPA stated what aesthetic medical procedures were performed. More>> - (
) Say bye-bye to blemishes, part 3
In Part 1 of my series on acne, I took a look at small, powerful spot treatments to help heal blemishes, while in Part 2, I focused on supplements for clear skin. Now in Part 3, I want to discuss spa-inspired treatments which will help you achieve (and maintain) a gorgeous complexion.High-Frequency: Regular facials are very helpful for acne sufferers. In addition to the basic steps of a facial (cleanse, steam, extractions and a mask), the esthetician can layer in an extra-care step called high-frequency. High-frequency is a process that utilizes high-frequency waves and UV light to help treatment products penetrate the skin, improve circulation and kill bacteria.
Clarisonic: The Clarisonic cleansing brush is a system that uses sonic technology to cleanse the skin. More>>
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) Ten ways to stave off illness, by the book
Part 2 discusses how to treat the disorders — from acne to whooping cough. And Part 3 shows parents how to implement the treatment options which include conventional medicine, nutrition, herbs, homeopathy, Bach Flower Remedies and acupressure.Philosophy: "Children's bodies are wonderfully responsive. When your child's body is supported with thoughtful integrated care, the best of natural and conventional medicine, it works quickly to attain full health."
Try this for . . . a common cold: Don't force food, but encourage liquids, especially camomile tea, chicken soup and a soup made with the Chinese herb astragalus and vegetables (omit the astragalus if there's a fever), the "Smart Medicine" authors suggest. "To calm a restless, fussy child, prepare a soothing herbal bath with camomile, calendula, rosemary and lavender. More>>
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) A knife-free guide to anti-ageing
Acne and traumatic scarring, rough or thickened skin, ageing and sun damage, thin cre{aci}pey skin, loss of skin laxity (tissue tightening) and to improve the appearance of open pores, pigmented freckles, age spots, spider veins or broken capillaries, slight raised red lesions and rosacea. IPL is also proved to be effective in hair removal.How long does it last? For face treatments, most patients experience a sunburnt feeling for two to five hours and the treated area is sensitive to heat for two days. After hair removal, the skin may appear spotty, which can last for two to 24 hours. Treatment of pigmented lesions will result in them going darker before falling off within seven to 28 days. Vascular lesions will either disappear immediately or appear grey or purplish in colour and lighten within two to three weeks. More>>