Sunday, July 25, 2010
Tuesday, July 20, 2010
THE LIES WE TELL TO SAVE FACE!
Thank you Elle magazine for putting so eloquently and succinctly what I have no doubt many of us have been thinking all along. In this month’s issue the article…..’I’ll never get botox and other lies we tell’!
I quote from the article by Emily Pettit – Coetzee . In the article she states that research shows that the use of botox and fillers is one of the top five things women lie about. She goes on to talk about the many celebrities well over forty who decry the use of botox while looking so radiant and unlined that you have to wonder who they think they are fooling. She goes on to cite Nicole Kidman who was recently quoted as saying, ‘I am completely natural…there is nothing in my face’,I’m still laughing!
Emily goes on to say,’Our society has a deep rooted belief that natural is better. And if your genes deliver up blonde hair, plump lips and perky boobs, then you’re considered slightly superior.’
It’s an excellent article and well worth a read!!!
I quote from the article by Emily Pettit – Coetzee . In the article she states that research shows that the use of botox and fillers is one of the top five things women lie about. She goes on to talk about the many celebrities well over forty who decry the use of botox while looking so radiant and unlined that you have to wonder who they think they are fooling. She goes on to cite Nicole Kidman who was recently quoted as saying, ‘I am completely natural…there is nothing in my face’,I’m still laughing!
Emily goes on to say,’Our society has a deep rooted belief that natural is better. And if your genes deliver up blonde hair, plump lips and perky boobs, then you’re considered slightly superior.’
It’s an excellent article and well worth a read!!!
Monday, July 19, 2010
Anastacia and Botox - reblog from Yahoo
Reblogged from Yahoo
www.bangshowbiz.com
www.bangshowbiz.com
Anastacia happy with Botox
The 41-year-old singer admits to having regular Botox injections in her forehead because she hates the way she looks without the skin-smoothing injections.
She said: "Without it, my frown scares me, let alone everyone else. I get it from my mum who has a perma-frown. It's a family trait.
"So I prefer to get rid of it with Botox in two places on my forehead. I've been having it since 2003."
The 'I'm Outta Love' star - who filed for divorce from husband Wayne Newton in April after three years of marriage - also admitted she hasn't ruled out undergoing further procedures in the future, though she is more comfortable with herself than she used to be.
She added: "I would have surgery if I felt I needed it. I think it can be addictive if you have poor self-image, but I'm alright with the way I look, although it's taken a long time to get here.
"Everything I've been through has affected my confidence. It's all chiselled away at my core. But there's always putty to mend it. I'm definitely growing more comfortable in my skin."
(C) BANG Media International
Carol-Anne Kelleher for Taryn Laine Clinic
Friday, July 16, 2010
Retin A - Does it work?
This month I’m taking on retin – a ….does it deliver as an anti-aging device?
Page through any magazine these days and you cannot but be amazed at the seemingly endless onslaught of anti-aging advertisements! Now …I’m not complaining..it’s just that I’m confused.
So let’s cut to the chase…last month I promised you that I would undertake to bring you the truth as far as what works and what does not work when it comes to facial products…let’s begin!.
Let’s start with the much touted ingredient retin A …..it appears as a ‘magical’ ingredient in product after product. What is it, what does it really do and how concentrated does it need to be in order for it to be effective?
Here’s the low – down !
RETIN A is made from vitamin A, a fat-soluble vitamin that is absorbed through the intestines and stored in the liver. Vitamin A plays a critical role in maintaining a healthy skin. It comes in the form of liquid cream or gel.
WHAT IT PROMISES :
Retin - a is also known as Retinol, Retinoic Acid and Tretinoin. Retin A is probably the most used ingredient in anti-aging creams, serums and tonics. It reduces fine lines and wrinkles, it stimulates the production of collagen and reduces skin discolorations. Retin A is also known for its abilities to tighten large pores and minimize sun damage. Retinol is widely used to treat severe acne and acne Rosacea
As skin ages, it produces less collagen, which gives skin a plump healthy look. Skin cells also slow down their turnover process which makes skin look duller. The effect of the sun on the skin may produce a pretty tan, but later on, sun damage causes age spots and other discolorations. Retin-A helps skin to look younger by speeding up the turnover of skin cells…"
Tretinoin was originally used for acne treatment. but it had the surprising side effect of smoother skin. This product stimulates skin cell activity, including collagen production. In the United States, Retin-A is available only with a prescription. It comes as a topical cream or can be included in a moisturizer.. Retin-A can increase skin's sensitivity to light, so sun block should always be used. It can also cause irritation and peeling. Combining Retin-A treatments with lotions containing alpha hydroxy acid (AHA) can amplify the benefits. AHA's help skin to exfoliate and retain moisture. They can also help lessen the irritation caused by PURE Retin-A.
Do over-the-counter wrinkle creams really reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles? The answer depends on many factors.
Many creams and lotions sold in department stores, in drugstores and on the Internet promise to reduce wrinkles and prevent or reverse damage caused by the sun and the ageing process.
Do they work? Research suggests that some wrinkle creams contain ingredients that may improve wrinkles. But many of these ingredients haven't undergone scientific research to prove this benefit.
If you're looking for a face-lift in a bottle, you probably won't find it in over-the-counter (nonprescription) wrinkle creams. But they may slightly improve the appearance of your skin, depending on how long you use the product and the amount and type of the active ingredient in the wrinkle cream.
Common ingredients in anti-wrinkle creams
The effectiveness of anti-wrinkle creams depends in part on the active ingredient or ingredients. Here are some common ingredients that may result in slight to modest improvements in wrinkles.
Retinol. Retinol is a vitamin A compound and is the first antioxidant to be widely used in nonprescription wrinkle creams. Antioxidants are substances that neutralize free radicals — unstable oxygen molecules that break down skin cells and cause wrinkles. Retinol is less potent than the vitamin A derivative tretinoin, a topical treatment approved by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for treating wrinkles. Tretinoin is available only by prescription. Avoid vitamin A derivatives if you are pregnant or may become pregnant because they increase the risk of birth defects.
SO DOES IT WORK????
With so much hype and misinformation associated with the marketing of anti-aging skin care products, it can be difficult to determine what actually works for improving the texture and appearance of aging skin. The one skin care ingredient that’s been promoted heavily for skin rejuvenation is retinol. Is there truth behind the widely claimed benefits of using retinol for skin rejuvenation?
.The limiting factor with many skin care products that advertise that they promote collagen production is that the molecules are unable to penetrate deeply enough to gain access to the dermis where the fibroblasts are located. Hence, they’re unable to stimulate collagen synthesis despite their advertising claims. This is where the retinol molecule is different. It has the ability to penetrate the outer layer of the skin, the epidermis, and gain access to the inner dermis where it can stimulate the fibroblasts to produce more collagen.
The ability to gain access to the dermis and stimulate collagen production gives retinol the ability to improve the appearance of lines and wrinkles as well as counteract some of the skin damage created by years of sun exposure. Retinol also increases the thickness of the outer skin layer, the epidermis. This results in a skin with a finer, more translucent texture as well as a reduction in skin roughness.
Do studies confirm that retinol works to improve the appearance of aging skin? A study performed on 31 subjects to test the effects of retinol on skin texture and appearance. The individuals had a 0.4% retinol solution applied to one arm and a placebo to the other. Not only did the arm that received the retinol show improvement in skin roughness and texture, but a skin biopsy revealed an increase in the precursors of collagen synthesis, suggesting that collagen production was being stimulated. In addition, retinol has been used by dermatologists and physicians for many years as an anti-aging cream with good results.
It appears that retinol is effective both in improving the texture of the skin as well as reducing the appearance of fine lines. By stimulating collagen production, it may also compensate for some of the solar damage accrued over the years. Although you can buy dilute retinol formulations over the counter, they may not have the same benefit as prescription formulations available from your doctor. Because prescription strict retinol in the form of Retin-A and its derivatives may be too irritating for some people’s skin, it may be prudent to start with a lower strength, non-prescription formulation and advance to the prescription form if results aren’t achieved. Remember to always wear a sunblock when using retinol since it increases sensitivity to the sun.
SO THE VERDICT!!!! RETIN – A GETS A BIG THUMBS UP!!!!!!
Watch out for next month’s blog…I’ll be taking a look at all the hype surrounding hyalauric acid! Till then, take care.
Page through any magazine these days and you cannot but be amazed at the seemingly endless onslaught of anti-aging advertisements! Now …I’m not complaining..it’s just that I’m confused.
So let’s cut to the chase…last month I promised you that I would undertake to bring you the truth as far as what works and what does not work when it comes to facial products…let’s begin!.
Let’s start with the much touted ingredient retin A …..it appears as a ‘magical’ ingredient in product after product. What is it, what does it really do and how concentrated does it need to be in order for it to be effective?
Here’s the low – down !
RETIN A is made from vitamin A, a fat-soluble vitamin that is absorbed through the intestines and stored in the liver. Vitamin A plays a critical role in maintaining a healthy skin. It comes in the form of liquid cream or gel.
WHAT IT PROMISES :
Retin - a is also known as Retinol, Retinoic Acid and Tretinoin. Retin A is probably the most used ingredient in anti-aging creams, serums and tonics. It reduces fine lines and wrinkles, it stimulates the production of collagen and reduces skin discolorations. Retin A is also known for its abilities to tighten large pores and minimize sun damage. Retinol is widely used to treat severe acne and acne Rosacea
As skin ages, it produces less collagen, which gives skin a plump healthy look. Skin cells also slow down their turnover process which makes skin look duller. The effect of the sun on the skin may produce a pretty tan, but later on, sun damage causes age spots and other discolorations. Retin-A helps skin to look younger by speeding up the turnover of skin cells…"
Tretinoin was originally used for acne treatment. but it had the surprising side effect of smoother skin. This product stimulates skin cell activity, including collagen production. In the United States, Retin-A is available only with a prescription. It comes as a topical cream or can be included in a moisturizer.. Retin-A can increase skin's sensitivity to light, so sun block should always be used. It can also cause irritation and peeling. Combining Retin-A treatments with lotions containing alpha hydroxy acid (AHA) can amplify the benefits. AHA's help skin to exfoliate and retain moisture. They can also help lessen the irritation caused by PURE Retin-A.
Do over-the-counter wrinkle creams really reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles? The answer depends on many factors.
Many creams and lotions sold in department stores, in drugstores and on the Internet promise to reduce wrinkles and prevent or reverse damage caused by the sun and the ageing process.
Do they work? Research suggests that some wrinkle creams contain ingredients that may improve wrinkles. But many of these ingredients haven't undergone scientific research to prove this benefit.
If you're looking for a face-lift in a bottle, you probably won't find it in over-the-counter (nonprescription) wrinkle creams. But they may slightly improve the appearance of your skin, depending on how long you use the product and the amount and type of the active ingredient in the wrinkle cream.
Common ingredients in anti-wrinkle creams
The effectiveness of anti-wrinkle creams depends in part on the active ingredient or ingredients. Here are some common ingredients that may result in slight to modest improvements in wrinkles.
Retinol. Retinol is a vitamin A compound and is the first antioxidant to be widely used in nonprescription wrinkle creams. Antioxidants are substances that neutralize free radicals — unstable oxygen molecules that break down skin cells and cause wrinkles. Retinol is less potent than the vitamin A derivative tretinoin, a topical treatment approved by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for treating wrinkles. Tretinoin is available only by prescription. Avoid vitamin A derivatives if you are pregnant or may become pregnant because they increase the risk of birth defects.
SO DOES IT WORK????
With so much hype and misinformation associated with the marketing of anti-aging skin care products, it can be difficult to determine what actually works for improving the texture and appearance of aging skin. The one skin care ingredient that’s been promoted heavily for skin rejuvenation is retinol. Is there truth behind the widely claimed benefits of using retinol for skin rejuvenation?
.The limiting factor with many skin care products that advertise that they promote collagen production is that the molecules are unable to penetrate deeply enough to gain access to the dermis where the fibroblasts are located. Hence, they’re unable to stimulate collagen synthesis despite their advertising claims. This is where the retinol molecule is different. It has the ability to penetrate the outer layer of the skin, the epidermis, and gain access to the inner dermis where it can stimulate the fibroblasts to produce more collagen.
The ability to gain access to the dermis and stimulate collagen production gives retinol the ability to improve the appearance of lines and wrinkles as well as counteract some of the skin damage created by years of sun exposure. Retinol also increases the thickness of the outer skin layer, the epidermis. This results in a skin with a finer, more translucent texture as well as a reduction in skin roughness.
Do studies confirm that retinol works to improve the appearance of aging skin? A study performed on 31 subjects to test the effects of retinol on skin texture and appearance. The individuals had a 0.4% retinol solution applied to one arm and a placebo to the other. Not only did the arm that received the retinol show improvement in skin roughness and texture, but a skin biopsy revealed an increase in the precursors of collagen synthesis, suggesting that collagen production was being stimulated. In addition, retinol has been used by dermatologists and physicians for many years as an anti-aging cream with good results.
It appears that retinol is effective both in improving the texture of the skin as well as reducing the appearance of fine lines. By stimulating collagen production, it may also compensate for some of the solar damage accrued over the years. Although you can buy dilute retinol formulations over the counter, they may not have the same benefit as prescription formulations available from your doctor. Because prescription strict retinol in the form of Retin-A and its derivatives may be too irritating for some people’s skin, it may be prudent to start with a lower strength, non-prescription formulation and advance to the prescription form if results aren’t achieved. Remember to always wear a sunblock when using retinol since it increases sensitivity to the sun.
SO THE VERDICT!!!! RETIN – A GETS A BIG THUMBS UP!!!!!!
Watch out for next month’s blog…I’ll be taking a look at all the hype surrounding hyalauric acid! Till then, take care.
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