Submitted by Mary Elizabeth Products | As touted by Dr. Oz, Tamanu Oil is a must for all cosmetic products. This most unique oil has been used for centuries by the Polynesians as cure all for skin aliments, as well infections. It is known as the “sacred oil,” promoting healing and regeneration of new skin. Tamanu possesses significant antimicrobial qualities, as proven in antibacterial and anti fungal tests. It contains powerful bactericide and fungicide agents that defeat human and … [Read more...]
What is acne?
Written By Shanna Diaz | We all suffer from clogged pores and acne at some point in our life, either as a teenager, in our late twenties and thirties and as women later in life when we start to experience symptoms of menopause. Acne is the most common skin disease, however is treatable. The medical definition of acne is “a genetic disease evolving from retention hyperkeratosis of the follicular epithelium.” Medically, the cause of acne is unknown. Some theorize that there is a root … [Read more...]
Clean & Clear Persa-Gel 10 Maximum Strength
by Lissie Lyles | Persa Gel 10, a Johnson and Johnson product, is boasted as being the only over-the-counter acne product that is (according to the product’s website) “the same prescription formula recommended by doctors.” The active ingredient is benzoyl peroxide, which has long been touted as one of the most effective solutions for the treatment of acne. First developed in the 1920’s by Jack Breitbart of Revlon Industries, it is said to work as a peeling agent, increasing skin … [Read more...]
Peel Back The Years!
The Original Green Peel® —A product review. By Pauline Greene What is it? The Green Peel® was medically developed by Dr. Christine Schrammek. The Green Peel® Herbal Treatment is a biological, purely plant based product that contains no harmful chemical or synthetic substances. It is composed of trace elements, tannins, proteins, carbohydrates, mucilages, phytohormones, vitamins, minerals, enzymes and other ingredients. The Green Peel® Herbal Treatment is recognized worldwide and has … [Read more...]
ACNE – A Genetic Disease
By Cindy Sult, RN Acne is a genetic disease that shows no discrimination to age, race, creed or color. What was once thought of as a teenage problem is now understood to effect all ages, from the very young to the senior population, and all ages in between. The person inflicted with acne, through a genetic accident has a defect in the structure and working of the skin that makes the pores work differently than their “clear skinned friends.” So now we know that while some “teens” are … [Read more...]
All About Laser Therapy
By Michelle Montoya Not all lasers are created equal. There are different lasers for different cosmetic and aesthetic purposes. Some of the various procedures that use lasers are: hair reduction and removal; vascular treatments, such as spider vein removal, reducing roseacea, and other vascular lesions; wart removal; acne treatment; collagen stimulations and skin resurfacing. Hair Removal There are basically two main types of medical devices used for hair removal. The first is a true LASER, … [Read more...]
