Effleurage: this is a movement mainly consisting of “stroking” with the flat of the hand, fingers close together and as far as is practicable, the tips of the fingers turning upwards to avoid protuberances. Effleurage precedes all other movements because of its relaxing effect, this enables the client to get used to the therapists hands,…
Alpha hydroxyl acid, or AHA as it is better known to the public, is a substance which has been used with success in different skin conditions, ranging from discolorations, brown spots or acne. It can be used both at home and in the medical offices, the concentration of active substance being the characteristic which differentiates…
If you have considered Botox treatments, but are put off by the expense, you may want to consider some of the following non-cream Botox alternatives: Acupuncture, laser resurfacing, dermabrasion, and fat implants. Believe or not, acupuncture has been used for thousands of years for aging skin. As you may know, acupuncture began in China and…
The BB cream or Blemish Balm is one of the growing popular foundations. It actually has a lot of qualities that many other skin care products have. It is popular because it can be used as a base, foundation, and is said to be just good for the skin. It is a popular cream in…
TCA Peels for Tattoo Removal has almost become a household word. You may also come across chemical peels referred to as TCA peels, especially when linked to tattoo removal. TCA stands for trichloroacetic acid. Chemical peels are often used to remove tattoos specifically because of its deep penetrating properties. trichloroacetic acid peels will penetrate deeper…
The worst of cosmetic nightmares is scarring damage, and stretch marks are scars much too easy to come by. These are generally tears in the dermis, the flexible middle stratum that keeps the shape of the skin. The tearing is caused by the pulling that occurs with accelerated growth. The rapid transformations of puberty or…
