Press Release from Beauty Intelligence
Microdermabrasion [Thursday, October 22, 2009]
Beauty Intelligence microdermabrasion special:R200 per treatment. 012 365 3883
What is Microdermabrasion? Microdermabrasion is a quick, no downtime procedures that renews the skin by lifting dead cells off the surface of your skin with a gentle polishing with crystals. With a series of microdermabrasion procedures you can quickly achieve substantial improvement in the appearance of superficial lines and uneven pigmentation, while making your skin look and feel softer, smoother, and more radiant.
Acne scars and enlarged pores may become less noticeable, and acne breakouts may be reduced. At Skin renewal we use the Mattioli Crystal or Medical Microdermabrasion device which is able to perform a much stronger exfoliation which can treat stretch marks and deeper wrinkles. When should one start Microdermabrasion?
The skin is continually undergoing natural exfoliation. As one ages the epidermal cell turnover slows down and one's skin becomes dull because the topmost layer consisting of dead cells becomes too thick. This dead layer can challenge the skin causing whiteheads, blackheads, rough texture and uneven appearance of the skin tone. If one exfoliates with microdermabrasion regularly, new healthy skin cell are exposed to nutrients from the air, water and daily skin products. These nutrients are then transported to the deeper skin cells where they are needed, improving circulation. Potential benefits of exfoliation include fresher, brighter looking skin and better penetration of active ingredients of skin care products. The need for invasive major facelifts will be much less because the current generation of savvy 20- , 30- and 40 - year-olds have all the preventative tools available to them such as microdermabrasion and will not allow their faces to get to the stage that today's 50- and 60-year-olds have.
Who would benefit from a microdermabrasion procedure? Many skin problems are associated with excessive build up of dead cells making the skin hardened and dull. Problems are exacerbated by exposure to the sun, pollution, and other environmental effects, leading to skin damage and disease. Mild exfoliation treatments like microdermabrasion are usually suitable for all skin types including those patients with acne or sensitive skin.
All skin types can be treated All age groups even the very young can be treated All areas of the body can be treated Patients with hormonal pigmentation problems such as melasma Individuals who have sunspots, sun-damaged skin, dry, ageing skin, oily skin with enlarged pores and acne scarring are also good candidates.
What results can be expected after Microdermabrasion? Fine lines and wrinkles become less apparent Skin tone evens out Texture becomes more refined Oily or acne prone skin is improved Enlarged pores appear smaller Superficial scars appear reduced Skin appears healthier and more youthful Pigmentation is reduced in all skin types What to Expect after a microdermabrasion procedure. Usually the skin is normal immediately after a mild microdermabrasion procedure and makeup may be applied after your session. Microdermabrasion may be repeated at one to two week intervals for a series of 6 treatments until the desired clinical effect is achieved.
With each additional treatment, you should see incremental gains in the overall appearance of the skin. Your skin usually feels tighter and smoother. You will care for your skin by using a mild non-abrasive cleanser or other mild products for five days as well as protecting your new skin with adequate sunscreen of SPF 30 or higher with zinc oxide or titanium dioxide as an active ingredient. In addition, it is best to avoid prolonged sun exposure.
Can microdermabrasion be combined with other treatments? Microdermabrasion can be performed alone or in combination with the numerous other treatments we offer at Beauty Intelligence.
For maximal benefit, 4 to 6 in-office professional microdermabrasion procedures every 2 - 4 weeks should be teamed with an anti ageing optional extra or laser treatments to create an environment in which the skin is continuously rejuvenated. At Beauty Intelligence we pride ourselves on visible results. As a health and beauty salon we offer anti ageing treatments and problem specific additives as an addition to our microdermabrasion to ensure amazing results.
If you feel that your skin requires more intensive treatments please schedule an appointment with our therapist to determine which treatment should be prescribed.
Can all skin types be safely treated with a microdermabrasion? Yes, Microdermabrasion safely treats all skin types without significant pain or down-time. It can improve acne, stretch marks, pigmentation, texture, pores and surface irregularities in only 4 to 6 treatment sessions two to four weeks apart.
Beauty Intelligence Tip: Unfortunately "Perfect skin" has not been handed out by nature - it has to be bought and this usually comes at an expensive price. No matter how great your skin is at 25 , the inevitable age spots, pigmentation marks, red blemishes and sagging will slowly leave their marks on one's face by the time one reaches 35. For best results 4 treatments are done weekly in the first month and then a maintenance treatment once a month is recommended. At Beauty Intelligence we pride ourselves on visible results and encourage the use of photo rejuvenation( IPL) in most of our treatments and facials.
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Environ [Thursday, October 22, 2009]
Beauty Intelligence are stockist of Environ products In Pretoria East Lynnwood ridge. 012 365 3883
Ageing is a chronic disease that needs daily treatment starting before the visible signs show, after all prevention is better than cure. As we get older, more intensive treatment is required. Daily treatment using the Environ® range will help reduce and delay the signs of photo-ageing. Environ® skin care products have been formulated to combat and relieve the harmful effects of the harsh climatic changes of today’s environment specifically pollution and ever-increasing doses of radiation from the sun due to the thinning of the protective ozone layer. Added to these are the modern-day effects of social and work stresses and poor diet. The Environ® products offer a definite regime to nourish, protect and maintain a healthy, youthful and beautiful skin. Each product is made from the highest quality ingredients. They are mostly free from fragrance, preservatives, colourants and animal extracts. We have expanded our products into a full skin care range, including seven product categories and a total of more than forty products. Since ancient times, mankind has attempted to make cosmetics to improve the skin and to hide the visible effects of ageing. The bitter truth is that, for the most part, cosmetic creams remained simple old-fashioned moisturisers offering “Dreams of Youthful Skin” wrapped in progressively more modern and more expensive containers. The introduction of vitamin A into the formulation of skin care products heralded a new era in the treatment of sun-damaged skin. Although some cosmetic houses were using very low doses of vitamin A in their skin care products in the 1980s, Dr Des Fernandes, a prominent Cape Town plastic surgeon, was the first person in the world to introduce vitamin A in high effective doses. This range established Environ® as a leader in skin care. The Environ® skin care range was first formulated as a result of Dr Fernandes’ misfortune when he attempted to treat the melanoma of two young, charismatic patients, who both died before they were twenty-three years old. Such a horrifying experience leaves an indelible scar on one’s life as a doctor. For this reason, he started to study the mechanism of skin cancer and the skin - and thus Environ® was born. The cosmetic manufacturing company, Environ Skin Care cc, was founded by Dr Fernandes in 1990 and he soon expanded its number of products into a full skin care range. Environ® skin care products are manufactured under strictly controlled laboratory conditions at the Environ® factory in Cape Town, South Africa. The company is owned by Dr Des Fernandes and his sister, Mrs Val Metcalfe. It now has an extensive distribution network throughout South Africa and exports to more than thirty countries worldwide. Dr Fernandes has specialised in the field of plastic surgery in which he has gained the respect of his international peers. After a long career in the commercial world, Val Metcalfe joined her brother at Environ Skin Care cc as its CEO, bringing with her a wealth of business experience that she has used to engineer and build Environ® into the company it is today.
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Coverderm [Thursday, October 22, 2009]
Manufactured Italy and imported from Greece, Coverderm is a range of unique cosmeceuticals specially formulated to camouflage, cover and treat skin imperfections and undesirable skin disorders. Birthmarks, Acne, Couperose, Vitiligo, Angioma, and Burn marks are physical skin imperfections that do not only result in an undesirable appearance but can also lead to emotional scaring and poor self-confidence. Coverderm Camouflage can perfectly cover these skin imperfections and therefore does not only offer flawless coverage but can also boost self-confidence of people suffering the consequences of these skin imperfections! The broad range of make-up products, do not only provide perfection in camouflage for people with significant skin imperfections but Coverderm is also the answer to concealing minor skin imperfections such as, uneven skin tone, age- or sun spots and blemishes, to produce the most flawless natural looking skin. All the make-up products are multi-functional i.e. hypo-allergenic, waterproof, contain SPF’s and are non-comodogenic.Coverderm welcomes you to Perfection in Camouflage! Cosmetic Camouflage World’s leading corrective foundations, created following years of laboratory research, for optimum concealing by easy application! Any major or minor skin flaw on the face or body can be perfectly covered using Coverderm’s Cosmetic Camouflage system.Skin Care Developed to match the need for maintaining a healthy & well-balanced complexion while using long lasting, high-coverage make-up. Coverderm Skin Care products offer supreme moisturizing and nourishing action throughout the day.Sun Care Based on the exclusive technology of Coverderm’s 24h-lasting waterproof foundations, Coverderm Sun Care offers protection by forming total-block sun- barriers of amazingly prolonged effectiveness!Colouring Cosmetics Dermatologically- conscious colouring concepts built around Coverderm’s easy-to-apply, long-lasting makeup technology. Your face and body can now obtain different shades to either tan or brighten up! Cosmeceuticals Treatment cosmetics that combine effective active ingredients with state-of-the-art formulation platforms. They act drastically and in a clinically proven way, in order to alleviate your most unwanted skin condition! Colourceuticals Specialised color cosmetics that offer an extra-lasting, flawless maquillage, while at the same time treat specific skin conditions. Ideal to prolong the treatment of Coverderm Cosmeceuticals throughout the day.
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Nimue [Thursday, October 22, 2009]
Nimue Pretoria East 012 365 3883 Beauty Intelligence All Nimue facials , products treatments and special packages available. About Nimue Skin care The nimue product range was initially developed in 1994 aimed at the medical market for pre and post operative application as well as for advanced results orientated skin rejuvenation treatment by skin care therapists. Nimue has since evolved into a globally recognized brand, primarily amongst leading skin care salons for it`s innovative formulations and cutting edge technology based on the effective combination of exceptional ingredients with scientifically proven delivery systems. As a primary leader in the skin care industry we are renowned for our expert understanding of the skin and the effective treatment of various skin conditions. The treatment formulations deliver optimal concentrations of pharmaceutical grade nutrients, cutting edge antioxidants, superior quality phytoceuticals, peptides and other powerful active ingredients where they are needed most – below the skin’s surface to actively improve skin health and appearance. Nimue is globally recognised for it’s modern skin classification concept (Environmentally Damaged Skin, Hyperpigmented Skin, Problematic Skin and Interactive) and unique philosophy based on four treatment pillars, Rejuvenation, Restoration, Antioxidation and Sun Protection. As a dynamic brand and trendsetting innovator we continue to satisfy the ever demanding industry with our unique understanding, philosophy and concept. The results achieved using the nimue home care programmes are impressive, but when combined with the professional nimue treatments available in the skin treatment salon, results are outstanding. The expertise of nimue and the skin treatment professional is combined to treat and improve skin condition and health. This is made possible due to the expertly designed results orientated treatments aimed at solving specific concerns pertaining to each skin classification. These treatment programmes are only performed by highly qualified nimue skin treatment professionals. The results achieved using the nimue home care programmes are impressive, but when combined with the professional nimue treatments available in the skin treatment salon, results are outstanding. The expertise of nimue and the skin treatment professional is combined to treat and improve skin condition and health. This is made possible due to the expertly designed results orientated treatments aimed at solving specific concerns pertaining to each skin classification. These treatment programmes are only performed by highly qualified nimue skin treatment professionals A professional facial treatment procedure performed by skin treatment professional specifically trained in microneedling to achieve immediate and visible skin rejuvenation and renewal with long lasting effects. A minimally invasive microneedle roller is utilised to stimulate collagen induction andserves as a trans dermal delivery device to increase penetration of active skin care ingredients captured in trans dermal solutions.The microneedlingtreatments are used for a wide range of skin conditions including sun damaged skin, lines and wrinkles , uneven texture, superficial acne scarring andto restore volume, elasticity, tightness and plumpness. The results achieved using the nimue home care programmes are impressive, but when combined with the professional nimue treatments available in the skin treatment salon, results are outstanding. The expertise of nimue and the skin treatment professional is combined to treat and improve skin condition and health. This is made possible due to the expertly designed results orientated treatments aimed at solving specific concerns pertaining to each skin classification. These treatment programmes are only performed by highly qualified nimue skin treatment professionals. .
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