t’s almost time to shed those winter woolies and expose your skin to summer sunshine. Are you and your skin ready? Most of us can’t go straight from parkas to poolside – we need a little help getting our bodies ready for short sleeves, bare legs and bathing suits! Here are a few simple procedures you can do to show off your body at its best this summer. Dry Skin You can also help your body deal with dry skin from the inside out! Keep skin hydrated by drinking plenty of water every day. Also, foods rich in Omega-3 Fatty Acids – such as fish or fish oils – will help keep your skin glowing with health. Breakouts on Chest and Back Click here to continue reading.
Winter is harsh on skin, and nothing looks worse in that pretty spring dress than dry, cracked skin. A full body exfoliation will get rid of that dead skin and get the fresh glow of spring. Pay special attention to feet, knees and elbows, and any other trouble spots for your body. But remember – your facial skin is more sensitive than your arms and legs, so don’t use the same product on your whole body.
Heavy winter clothing – or even your layered workout clothing – traps sweat and oil, allowing it to mix with dead skin and bacteria in your pores, forming pimples. This might look bad, but it’s not hard to handle. A medicated body wash, with benzoyl peroxide or salicylic acid, will help kill bacteria and unclog pores. Or treat yourself to a peel, which will not only help with pimples, but also any residual redness and scarring.
Thursday, March 24, 2011
Get Your Body Ready for Summer by Lisa Benest M.D.
Friday, March 11, 2011
The Rejuvenator
Photo-Rejuvenation Special A series of Intense Pulsed Light (IPL) treatments can improve the appearance of sun-damaged skin and age spots, fine lines and wrinkles as well as reduce pores.
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Rejuvenate Your Skin With A Refreshing Peel
Do you have:
-tired looking skin
-work stress
-acne or acne scaring
Glycolic acid peels are fruit acids that are applied to the skin to gently slough off dead skin cells which reveal fresher more healthy skin. They improve the overall tone and texture, creating a more even pigmentation as well as minimizing fine lines and wrinkles.
"I just had a GA peel and my skin is glowing. I look so fresh that I don't even want to put on make-up! This is the best peel I have ever done! "ECSpecial Price: 2 Peels for $125 Regular Price: $160Learn more about our Peels
Thursday, February 24, 2011
YOUNG LOOKING SKIN – AT ANY AGE! by Lisa Benest M.D.
Taking good care of your skin is important. In fact, proper skin care is one of the best ways to maintain a healthy, youthful appearance throughout your life. But proper skin care changes as you age, and you need to know the best skin care regimes for your age and for some common skin problems and conditions. Teens and 20s Puberty and the transition into adulthood bring about huge changes in skin. Hair becomes thicker and oiler, as does the complexion. Practicing proper cleansing techniques is vital. Skin should be cleansed twice daily; washing more frequently can trigger an over-production of oil. Maintaining a healthy, well-balanced diet, including drinking plenty of water between meals, can also help keep skin clear and blemish free. But sometimes cleansing and diet is just not enough to prevent teen and young adult acne. ( Acne & Acne Scars section) For acne that does not clear up with cleansing, a dermatologist can prescribe a topical medication, or even antibiotics. Click here to learn more.
Thursday, February 3, 2011
Thursday, January 20, 2011
Beauty: Naturally
By Lisa Benest MD
One of the most beneficial trends that has emerged from the last decade is the move towards health and earth-conscious products, also known as “green” products. While it may be trendy to develop and carry organic, natural-ingredient based products, it is also a responsible method of living our lives, taking care of ourselves, and being consumers.
For decades women have been using harmful ingredients to delay the effects that aging has on our bodies. Thanks to the “trend” towards green products, we now have an alternative. These products use only ingredients found in nature, without chemicals, yet they are still very effective agents for anti-aging and healthy skin. Chemical treatments still have their place in skin care regimens for those that need them and they do show greater improvements.
Image Skincare makes pharmaceutical-grade products with natural and organic ingredients. They are effective and safe for all skin types, including people with sensitive skin and women who are pregnant or breast feeding. They use ingredients as familiar as aloe vera and vitamin C while also combining more unusual elements like zinc and bearberry to achieve results. The Image Skincare line includes a pH balancing moisturizer, an anti-oxidant serum, anti-aging products, and more. They also offer specialized treatments for acne, sun protection, and skin lightening. Image Skincare stands out from their competitors by offering paraben-free products. Paraben is a chemical preservative that has become commonplace in the cosmetic industry, but there is a possible link with cancer and other health issues.
Products can only take one’s skin so far. There are cases when treatments may be needed or desired. There are several all-natural peels that don’t use chemicals or chemical acids to renew the skin. The Green Peel is a five day peel developed specifically for skin regeneration. It uses a combination of herbs to exfoliate the top layer of the skin and also penetrate deeply into the pores to stimulate blood circulation and intensify the skin’s metabolism. The result is healthy and youthful skin.
Other natural treatments available include an assortment of peels that use fruit and other natural ingredients to rejuvenate a variety of skin types. They use ingredients like mango and cranberry to enhance the skin’s immune system, revitalize and detoxify the skin, and stimulate the production of collagen and elastin.
The world of beauty is full of passing trends. Nonetheless, the movement towards green products is a “fashion” that is becoming a way of living. By reducing the chemical intake on our skin in addition to in our food, while supporting environmentally sustainable products, we can have a higher quality of life for ourselves and leave a better world for our children.
The team of doctors and nurses at Lisa Benest MD understand the desire we all have to be as beautiful and healthy as we can be. Whether you have a medical or a cosmetic skin care need, they blend the latest advances in skin care into the experience and wisdom of medicine. Visit them for a FREE Consultation with their Cosmetic Nurse Specialist to find out how they can help you look as young as you feel!
Lisa Benest M.D.
1624 W. Olive #B
Burbank, CA 91506
818.729.9149
Friday, January 14, 2011
January Specials
Tighten, Lift and Firm up for the New Year…
Refirme & Polaris: Tighten your skin and improve your appearance with this series of ReFirme and Polaris. You will see improvement in skin tone, texture, tightening and fine lines and wrinkles. Receive a complimentary Glycolic Peel after each set of treatments.
5 treatments of each for $1950 Regularly $2740
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Wednesday, January 5, 2011
How do dermatologists treat warts?
Freezing with liquid nitrogen is generally the preferred treatment. It is not too painful and rarely results in scarring. Repeat treatments at 2 to 3 week intervals are often necessary. Topical treatments and in some cases surgical removal of the wart may be necessary.
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