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The Use of Ionic Wand To Boost Skin Care Ingredients

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The Use of Ionic Wand To Boost Skin Care Ingredients

Estheticians mostly use an ionic wand while performing a procedure but now it is possible to enhance the skincare routine with this tool at home.

Ionic technology is an interesting feature because it helps open the pores and by that, allows the ingredients on the cosmetics to be more powerful and with more visible results after use. Also, it has the potential to cause skin tightening, brightening, and depuffing due to boosting microcirculation.

The Use of Ionic Wand To Boost Skin Care Ingredients
The Use of Ionic Wand To Boost Skin Care Ingredients

One very interesting option in the market is the Georgia Louise C+- Pure Ampoule with Ionic Wand. It comes with an ampoules serum formulation packed in a unique bottle that releases pure Vitamin C powder into the serum for immediate and fresh use. The serum formulation also contains ingredients like Hydroxydecyl Ubiquinone (a form of CoQ10 that protects skin against free radicals and environmental damage), Glutathione (a combination of three amino acids that helps brighten and naturally fade dark spots), Tranexamic Acid (an amino acid derived from lysine to brighten and prevent moisture loss), and Vitamin E.

After that, the application of the ionic wand will make the negatively charged ions—also known as galvanic current— repel the negatively charged Vitamin C serum into the skin’s positively charged pores, which can lead to skin brightening, treatment of pigmentations, protection against UVA and UVB and making the skin firmer, boosting collagen production. 

Other similar devices, like the Swiss Botany Ionic Lift Wand, are also available in the market and can be used with products from the same brand or what you already have at home, complementing your skincare routine. 

The Use of Ionic Wand To Boost Skin Care Ingredients
The Use of Ionic Wand To Boost Skin Care Ingredients
MSci Maísa Melo
MSci Maísa Melo

About the Author: MSci Maísa Melo is a Pharmacist and a current PhD student in cosmetic technology, from São Paulo, Brazil. She has earned her master’s degree from the University of São Paulo and has been involved with the development, stability, safety and efficacy of cosmetics since 2013. She has specialized in the clinical efficacy of cosmetics by biophysical and skin imaging techniques as well as the use of alternative models to animal testing. Her research work has been published in several scientific journals and book chapters from the field. 

 

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Trusculpt iD: Personalized Body Contouring

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Trusculpt iD: Personalized Body Contouring

Trusculpt iD is an effective technology that is clinically proven to permanently eliminate fat cells in stubborn areas anywhere on the body including the abdomen, flanks, thighs, arms, and chin. With TruSculpt iD, you can lose the inches and get the body definition you want, even in areas that haven’t improved with just diet and exercise.

How Does it Work?

• truSculpt iD uses radiofrequency to target fat and heat it up to a level of fat cell death, after which the body eliminates it naturally. It also tightens the skin in the treatment area so you aren’t left with hanging skin once the fat is removed.

• Average of 24% fat reduction is achieved in just one treatment.

How is this different than other Body Sculpting Procedures like Coolsculpting?

  • Trusculpt iD is fully customizable so that potentially any area of the body (except the face) can be treated effectively. Other body contouring technologies such as coolsculpting can only treat areas that have pinchable fat that can be sucked into the applicator.

  • Since it uses radiofrequency to target the fat, it will tighten the skin at the same time. Radiofrequency is currently the best modality used for skin tightening so you are getting an effective treatment for both concerns.

  • Trusculpt iD has minimal discomfort and has been compared to a hot stone massage. Our patients have felt a very pleasant surprise with the comfort of this technology compared to other body contouring procedures such as Coolsculpting.

  • There is no downtime after the Trusculpt iD procedure. In fact, many of our patients come during their lunch break and go back to work right afterwards. Other procedures such as Coolsculpting or Sculpsure have downtime with pain, bruising and temporary nerve damage.

  • The treatment time is dependent on the treatment size and how many areas are treated. Each treatment is 15 minutes per area- so for example, stomach would be 15 minutes and thighs would be another 15 minutes. With Coolsculpting, each area takes 35-60 minutes.

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Alternative Devices To Treat Sleep Apnea

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Alternative Devices To Treat Sleep Apnea

Obstructive sleep apnea is a condition that causes you to stop breathing while sleeping. There are many available treatments to improve this illness, including lifestyle changes such as losing height, changing sleep conditions, use of traditional medical devices or even surgery.

With the advancement in medical technology, more options are now available to bring more comfort and quality of life to patients. As the goal is to open the airways to guarantee better sleep, mouth devices can be a good alternative, as they will keep the jaw, tongue, and soft palate in the right place. It is possible to buy these devices over the counter or custom-made, but it is important to visit a dentist to make sure they are properly fitted. 

There are some specially designed pillows, called position pillows. They can be used in combination with other devices. These come in different styles to put the body in a proper condition and relieve facial pressure to improve the condition and associated symptoms such as snoring.

Alternative Devices To Treat Sleep Apnea
Alternative Devices To Treat Sleep Apnea

The traditional treatment, known as continuous positive airway pressure machine (CPAP) is usually found as a mask that fits the nose and mouth and can cause discomforts such as nasal congestion, dry mouth, and skin irritation. Over the years, the devices have become smaller, lighter, and quieter, so if they are really needed, it might be better to set a medical appointment.

MSci Maísa Melo
MSci Maísa Melo

About the Author: MSci Maísa Melo is a Pharmacist and a current PhD student in cosmetic technology, from São Paulo, Brazil. She has earned her master’s degree from the University of São Paulo and has been involved with the development, stability, safety and efficacy of cosmetics since 2013. She has specialized in the clinical efficacy of cosmetics by biophysical and skin imaging techniques as well as the use of alternative models to animal testing. Her research work has been published in several scientific journals and book chapters from the field. 

Get To Know About Lumify Portable Ultrasound System

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Get To Know About Lumify Portable Ultrasound System

Lumify is a portable ultrasound system developed by Philips for the ultrasound imaging and fluid flow analysis in various applications, including obstetric, cardiac, urology, cephalic, abdominal, cardiac foetal echo, gynaecological, musculoskeletal, paediatric, small organ and carotid.

Lumify is a portable diagnostic ultrasound system developed by Philips for the ultrasound imaging and fluid flow analysis in various applications, including obstetric, cardiac, urology, cephalic, abdominal, cardiac foetal echo, gynaecological, musculoskeletal, paediatric, small organ and carotid.

Lumify received the 510(k) clearance from the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) under the class II medical device category, in October 2015. Its new S4-1 cardiac transducer received the FDA approval in October 2016.

The FDA cleared Lumify with Reacts handheld tele-ultrasound solution for the management of lung and cardiac complications related to Covid-19 in May 2020. The device was launched in Japan in June 2020.

Lumify ultrasound system details

Lumify is a handheld, general-purpose, software-controlled ultrasound system, which integrates three USB transducers with centre line marker, namely C5-2 curved array, L12-4 linear array, and S4-1 sector array.

The system also comprises a commercial off-the-shelf (COTS) mobile device, Philips Ultrasound software and the Lumify Power Module (LPM). The ultrasound imaging is performed in B (two-dimensional), Colour Doppler, Combined (B+Color) and M modes.

It is compatible with smart devices such as Samsung Galaxy Tab S2 8in and can be used with mounting solutions.

Other accessories available with the system include quick-release replaceable cables, charging cables, rugged tablet and carry cases, ultrasound gel bottle of 0.25l, user manual, quick-start guide, Lumify carry bag and other rugged components for a specific demanding environment.

Lumify ultrasound system transducers details

S4-1 is broadband phased array transducer with the extended operating frequency range of 1-4MHz, used for the high-resolution imaging for abdominal and cardiac applications.

C5-2 is a broadband curved array transducer with the extended operating frequency range of 2-5MHz. The radius of curvature of the transducer is 50mm, used for the high-resolution imaging for deeper applications such as abdominal, gallbladder, obstetric or gynaecological and lung.

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What Is Sclerotherapy? Uses, And What To Expect

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What Is Sclerotherapy? Uses, And What To Expect

Sclerotherapy involves a doctor injecting a solution into blood vessels or lymph vessels that causes them to shrink. It can help with varicose veins or spider veins.

It is a nonsurgical procedure. Doctors may also use it to treat blood and lymph vessel disorders that cause vessels to form incorrectly.

The solution is called a sclerosant, and it irritates the targeted vessel, causing it to swell. This swelling cuts off the flow of blood or lymphatic fluid, and the vessel shrinks.

Which conditions does sclerotherapy treat?

Sclerotherapy is a first-line treatment for varicose veins, which can be a sign of chronic venous insufficiency.

Varicose veins refer to veins, usually in the legs, that swell and bulge due to poorly functioning vein valves. As a result, blood pools in the veins. This issue may be painful and itchy and cause skin discoloration.

It shrinks varicose veins until they disappear, and blood reroutes to healthier veins.

Doctors may also use sclerotherapy to treat other health issues, including:

  • Malformed lymph vessels: These are abnormal vessels in the lymphatic system. Sclerotherapy creates scarring in the malformed vessels, causing them to collapse.
  • Hemorrhoids: Doctors may use it to shrink grade 1 or 2 hemorrhoids. These form when blood vessels surrounding the rectum swell and become irritated, causing pain and making bowel movements uncomfortable.
  • Hydroceles: A hydrocele is a collection of fluid around a testicle. Doctors may use this to treat hydroceles, particularly when surgery is unsuitable.

When to consider sclerotherapy

People may consider sclerotherapy to treat varicose veins or spider veins. Some may have the procedure for cosmetic reasons. A doctor can help a person decide if sclerotherapy is necessary or suitable.

People may want to consider other approaches first. For example, people can usually treat hemorrhoids with strategies such as lifestyle changes, eating more fiber, and not straining when having a bowel movement.

People with varicose veins or spider veins might consider sclerotherapy if the veins are too twisted for other treatments to work or if they have uncomfortable symptoms, such as:

  • itching
  • aching
  • burning
  • swelling
  • night cramps
  • the legs feeling very heavy or tired

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What Is Soprano Titanium Laser Hair Removal?

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What Is Soprano Titanium Laser Hair Removal?

Soprano Titanium is the next-generation of laser hair removal. It’s an effective and permanent hair reduction solution that is simple and easy. It takes cutting-edge medical laser technology and combines it with the comfort and convenience of a trip to the spa.

In fact, Soprano Titanium uses new breakthrough technology that has been described as one of the most comfortable laser hair removal options available.  If you’ve had laser hair removal elsewhere and thought it was too uncomfortable, come and experience the difference.

How it Works

The Soprano Titanium Laser hair removal method is unlike any other laser hair removal treatment. Featuring its exclusive 3D technology, Soprano Titanium combines the three most effective laser wavelengths into a single applicator, simultaneously targeting different tissue depths and anatomical structures within the hair follicle.

  • The Alexandrite 755nm – This wavelength is used to target an extensive range of hair colors and types, including thin hair and hair that is light in color, and can even address embedded hair.
  • The SPEED 810nm– This wavelength is used for darker skin types, and targets the deep hair follicle. It has a moderate tissue penetration depth to treat areas like the arms, legs, cheeks, and chin.
  • YAG 1064– The YAG 1064 is the most penetrative wavelength, and is ideal for treating embedded hairs, like those that can occur in the armpits and pubic area, and targets the deepest parts of the follicle for the most effective laser hair removal treatment possible.

By combining the absorption and penetration levels of different wavelengths, along with extended treatment coverage, increased comfort, and low maintenance requirements, Soprano Titanium is the safest and most efficient hair removal treatment available today.

The Procedure

The hair removal procedure itself is very straightforward. You will lie on a treatment bed and make yourself comfortable. As a safety measure, you’ll be asked to wear some protective eyewear, which the practitioner will also wear.

A thin layer of transparent, cold gel (similar to that used in ultrasound) is applied to the area so that the laser is able to move over the area with ease. The laser practitioner will then run the laser head in a sweeping motion over the area 6 to 12 times like a paintbrush. It fires tiny bursts of energy 10 times a second, slowly and gently heating the hair follicles. You will feel the area warming slightly but at the same time, the patented DualChill treatment tip keeps your skin cool and comfortable.

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What Is Trans-Epidermal Water Loss And How To Measure It

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What Is Trans-Epidermal Water Loss And How To Measure It

We are all familiar with skin hydration and why it is important for Trans-epidermal Water Loss (TEWL), which is basically the evaporation of water. The problem is when this Trans-epidermal water loss increases significantly due to damaged skin barrier.

The skin barrier is the combination of the stratum corneum, the outermost layer of the skin with the substances that are present with the cells, like keratin and a lipid layer with cholesterol, fatty acids, and ceramides. It has an essential function as it prevents harmful toxins and pathogens from entering the organism and prevents dehydration by locking the water inside.

So, to check if you have a healthy skin barrier, there are a few instruments, mostly made for the research area to measure this parameter. 

The Tewameter® TM 300, from the Courage and Khazaka Company, is the most accepted measuring device for this. This equipment measures the density gradient of the water evaporating from the skin indirectly with its open camber probe and two sensors. Most importantly, it measures the TEWL without influencing the microenvironment.

Another device available to understand the TEWL, is the VapoMeter, by the company Delfin. It is portable, wireless and the results are obtained at both high and low evaporation levels. This time, the device presents a closed chamber, and the sensor monitors the increase in relative humidity while the measurement process. 

What Is Trans-Epidermal Water Loss And How To Measure It
What Is Trans-Epidermal Water Loss And How To Measure It

Next time you see a product that promises to improve the skin barrier, a second inspection  to know the importance of this parameter can be worthwhile!

Maísa Melo, MSci

About the Author: MSci Maísa Melo is a Pharmacist and a current PhD student in cosmetic technology, from São Paulo, Brazil. She has earned her master’s degree from the University of São Paulo and has been involved with the development, stability, safety and efficacy of cosmetics since 2013. She has specialized in the clinical efficacy of cosmetics by biophysical and skin imaging techniques as well as the use of alternative models to animal testing. Her research work has been published in several scientific journals and book chapters from the field. 

 

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LED Masks: Benefits Beyond Skin Care

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LED Masks: Benefits Beyond Skin Care

We all have heard by now about the benefits that the use of LED masks can bring to skin health, including anti-aging, anti-acne and better product penetration. 

Beyond that, there are some specialized face masks that have different objectives. The dpl Eye Mask is known for having red LED and infrared energy. Red energy can be used for pain relief, headaches and migraines. It is also known for stimulating cellular repair and blood circulation.

There are also blue LED masks. They help organize the sleep cycle, as blue light suppresses melatonin production and by that, promoting high energy levels in the morning and to wake up feeling less tired. There are a few brands investing in this technology, like the Neuroon mask and others called Sleep Therapy Mask that promise an easier awakening in the morning.

Some masks come with EEG (electroencephalography, or basically a test on your brain activity) to monitor sleep, track and communicate the obtained information through Bluetooth to its app. In the app it is possible to program the desired awakening time. The light will come on prior so the body will start suppressing the melatonin levels before it is time to get out of bed. The device will also help in the study of the sleep state and pattern. 

The blue LED masks are recommended for people that need help adjusting for jet lag (and can even be used on the plane!), shift work or insomnia. 

These devices can be easily found in many different models and improve your life with ease and are drug-free.

MSci Maísa Melo
MSci Maísa Melo

About the Author: MSci Maísa Melo is a Pharmacist and a current PhD student in cosmetic technology, from São Paulo, Brazil. She has earned her master’s degree from the University of São Paulo and has been involved with the development, stability, safety and efficacy of cosmetics since 2013. She has specialized in the clinical efficacy of cosmetics by biophysical and skin imaging techniques as well as the use of alternative models to animal testing. Her research work has been published in several scientific journals and book chapters from the field. 

 

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Everything You Need To Know About Vbeam Perfecta

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Everything You Need To Know About Vbeam Perfecta

The Vbeam Perfecta is a pulsed-dye laser, meaning it helps patients overcome pigmented lesions, vascular problems, and several skin conditions. Being a pulsed-dye laser, the machine works to target blood vessels deep within the skin, ultimately leading to the reabsorption of the damaged skin vessels by the body.

PDL treatments are extremely quick and effective, sometimes taking only a few minutes to perform in our office. Though the procedure is relatively pain-free, it is common to experience some redness, tingling, or bruising after the procedure. Depending on the number of visits you need to overcome your specific conditions, final results are generally appreciated in the following few weeks after your last treatment.

Vbeam Perfecta Overview

The Vbeam Perfecta is a pulsed-dye laser, meaning it helps patients overcome pigmented lesions, vascular problems, and several other skin conditions. Being a pulsed-dye laser, the machine works to target blood vessels deep within the skin, ultimately leading to the reabsorption of the damaged skin vessels by the body.

Though the procedure is relatively pain-free, it is common to experience some redness, tingling, or bruising after the procedure. Depending on the number of visits you need to overcome your specific conditions, final results are generally appreciated in the following few weeks after your last treatment.

Common dermatologic conditions that patients often seek treatment for with the Vbeam Perfecta system includes but are not limited to the following:

Benefits of Pulse Dye Laser Treatments:

  • Reduces redness of the face, neck, and chest
  • Reduces veins, dilated capillaries of the face, neck, and chest
  • Reduces wrinkles and promotes new collagen synthesis to improve skin tone
  • Reduces acne and warts
  • Reduces red birthmarks
  • Treats mild to moderate psoriasis

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What to Know About Excel V+ Laser Treatment

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What to Know About Excel V+ Laser Treatment

The Excel V+ laser uses a high power green laser in order to target blood vessels and pigment with abnormalities. This allows the skin to return to a more natural colour and tone.

The wide range of conditions that this treatment can address includes facial redness, Rosacea, port wine stains, leg veins, keloid scars, sun damage pigmentation, and venous lakes (purple lesions on the lips).

Spider veins, age spots, and scars can all cause confidence problems or self-consciousness, and can seriously affect a person’s esteem, but are very easy to improve using laser technology.

The Excel V+ combines two precise laser wavelengths in one device to enable treatment of a wide variety of conditions, whether superficial or deeper problems. This allows your clinician to tailor the treatment to the results you wish to achieve, as small areas can be precisely targeted and larger areas can be treated quickly. The Excel V+ has 50% more power than its predecessor, the Excel V, and new applicators that can be used to treat larger spot sizes as well as a precise ‘Dermastat’ handpiece that can be used to target small concerns across the face.

Unlike some other lasers, there is no anaesthesia required during the procedure, thanks to the automatic cooling technology, which produces continuous cooling throughout your treatment, maximizing patient comfort.

Conditions Treated With Excel V+

Face Veins

Face veins, or telangiectasia varicose veins, are small clusters of veins that run close to the surface of the skin that have become enlarged. They are caused when the tiny valves in the circulation system stop working effectively, causing a backlog of blood flow.

Pigmentation

There are special cells (melanocytes) in the skin that make melanin, a pigment that affects the colour of skin. When these special cells are damaged or unhealthy, melanin production is affected; some disorders affect the entire body, whereas others just affect patches of skin.

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