Derms are excited about the DermaCeutic Spot Peel. Popular in the Middle East, it's gaining ground stateside. "For the first time we have a spot peel that has a unique combination of ingredients from which we get high efficacy, no downtime and no side effects," explains New York City dermatologist Bruce Katz, M.D. The peel, which is left on the face for 2 minutes, contains alpha and beta hydroxy acids, mandelic acid and idebenone, one of the most powerful antioxidants for neutralizing the damaging effects of free radicals. Following initial application, patients keep a solution on for eight hours. "It's the kind of multi-modal approach that really gives a lot more benefits than a single-ingredient peel," says Katz. Another benefit: You can save money in the long run. Other peels usually take four to six sessions before a patient sees a significant difference. At $300 to $400 for the DermaCeutic treatment, which may require just one peel session at the doctor's office, followed by a 30-day at-home regimen that includes a spot treatment (at one third the strength of the in-office version), cleansers and moisturizers. "Because the ingredients aren't harsh and are in low concentrations, the peel is ideal for skin of color," adds Katz.
The above was written by Marcia Caster and published in Essence Magazine
Tuesday, November 20, 2012
Look Younger Instantly: The Blood Wrinkle Filler
Called, 'the vampire face-lift,' this new warrior on the anti-aging front involves injecting your own blood into lines and wrinkles. It may sound scary, but derms say, it works. Find out the lowdown from Bruce Katz, M.D. director of the JUVA Skin & Laser Center in New York City.
Let's face it, the plumper the skin is, the less likely you are to notice fine lines and wrinkles - skin's biggest nemesis. Well, if you're looking for a solution to turn back the clock without much invasion, Selphyl is the newest, hottest treatment on the market.
"Selphyl involves drawing blood from the arm and spinning it in a centrifuge to extract the platelets," says Dr. Katz. "The platelets are then injected into your face in wrinkle-prone areas." You can use it anywhere you have lines and wrinkles - under your eyes, the neck, cheeks, etc. "It's safer than other injectables because you're less likely to have a reaction to your own blood, "says Dr. Katz.
The treatment fills in lines, rejuvenates the skin, improves texture and stimulates new collagen production. The results can last over a year, with treatments averaging $900 - $1500.
The above was written by Jennifer Tzeses and Posted on Hollywoodlife.com
Let's face it, the plumper the skin is, the less likely you are to notice fine lines and wrinkles - skin's biggest nemesis. Well, if you're looking for a solution to turn back the clock without much invasion, Selphyl is the newest, hottest treatment on the market.
"Selphyl involves drawing blood from the arm and spinning it in a centrifuge to extract the platelets," says Dr. Katz. "The platelets are then injected into your face in wrinkle-prone areas." You can use it anywhere you have lines and wrinkles - under your eyes, the neck, cheeks, etc. "It's safer than other injectables because you're less likely to have a reaction to your own blood, "says Dr. Katz.
The treatment fills in lines, rejuvenates the skin, improves texture and stimulates new collagen production. The results can last over a year, with treatments averaging $900 - $1500.
The above was written by Jennifer Tzeses and Posted on Hollywoodlife.com
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