Sculptra- Discover anti-age for the modern age

Injectable fillers are a great alternative for patients who can’t have the down time for surgery. Most injectable treatments will give you immediate correction of deep wrinkles.  Not everyone wants a drastic change (such as a facelift) but they need more correction than other fillers can provide. One of our favorite injectable fillers is Sculptra Aesthetic.  It is the first facial injectable treatment that gives subtle results over time.

Collagen is a key structural component that keeps skin youthful and smooth. As you age, your body's collagen production decreases, and you may begin to see wrinkles.  Sculptra helps correct shallow to deep facial wrinkles and folds as it replaces lost collagen. The results are a refined, more youthful-looking you.


Sculptra is administered (on average), in a series of three injection sessions which will take place over a period of a few months. The number of injection sessions and the number of injections per session vary from person to person. Within the deep dermis, your skin's structure is reinforced as Sculptra Aesthetic helps to replace lost collagen. This reinforced collagen structure provides a foundation that gradually restores the look of fullness of your shallow to deep facial wrinkles and folds that has been depleted over time. And the best news is, correction that can last up to two years.


Sculptra® Aesthetic (injectable poly-L-lactic acid) photos: See photos of real Sculptra Aesthetic patients.

Take advantage of this month's Sculptra Aesthetic special and LIVE BEAUTIFULLY AT ANY AGE. Call today!

The Bright Side of Peeling

From our aesthetician, Pam:

When women come to me wanting to improve the overall appearance of their skin, my favorite procedure to turn to is a chemical peel. But even though they are impressed with the before and after pictures I show, most women are scared of peeling. Trust me when I say that the peeling you will experience is a mild inconvenience compared to the results you will have. I always call my clients a couple of days after a peel to check on their progress. When I hear, “Oh yes, I’m peeling like crazy!” I know we have accomplished the first step in moving them towards their goal of a healthier complexion.

Chemical peels have come a long way over the years. Peels of the past had a bad reputation for penetrating deeply and being painful. Now we know so much more. 

The new generation of chemical peels that has made it into the mainstream of skin therapy is both consistent and results-driven. They range from light exfoliating peels to medium-depth peels. And it is realistic to see improvement with a variety of issues, like hyperpigmentation, textural issues, fine lines and wrinkles, breakouts, and oil control. Some peels that penetrate deep enough will even stimulate collagen production.

My favorite peel to perform is our Mini MelanAGE peel. I have had this peel myself and have always had great results with it. This peel is perfect for multitasking by reducing fine lines, wrinkles and brown spots. It uses weak acids combined with potent non-acidic ingredients that do not burn or wound the skin. It is one of the few peels that can be used to treat clients with darker complexions.  It is virtually painless. Some clients may feel a mild tingling sensation. And the best part is the client receives products to take home for their aftercare treatment. I feel this peel is a great value considering the products are included in the price.

Your peel solution is applied during an office visit which only takes about 20-30 minutes. You will leave the office with this solution on your face. After a required length of time, depending on your skin type, you will be responsible for removing the solution at home.  There will be an easy-to-follow, but strict, home regimen that we will cover during your visit. Although most clients experience medium peeling of their skin within 2 days after removing the solution, some may experience little peeling. The skin will be slightly red and peeling for about 5 days. After that the redness will fade and the peeling will turn to flaking. As your skin adjusts to the home care products it will become brighter and healthier and the flaking will also become minimal.

The Mini MelanAGE peel is designed to be administered in a series of 4-6 treatments, every 4 weeks for enhanced skin brightening and smoothing. We will determine your plan of action during the consultation. Some clients need more than one peel to reach their expectations. However, I’m finding that some are happy with the results after the first peel and are ready to move to a simple home care regimen designed to maintain and protect what they have accomplished.

Call today and make your appointment to LIVE BEAUTIFULLY AT ANY AGE.

Safe Summer Procedures

Summer months can be particularly hard on your skin. Too much sun, sweat, heat, and sunscreen can lead to dry skin, clogged pores, and uneven texture. It is important to be cautious about the type of skin treatments you do during the long hot days of summer, but that doesn’t mean you can’t do anything at all. There are treatments you can have to help minimize the effects of the harsh summer weather with little down time.

One of our most popular procedures during the summer months is microdermabrasion. A microderm is a technique that removes the outermost layer of skin by gently exfoliating the skin with natural diamond chips, while at the same time vacuuming the dead skin cells away. Resurfacing the skin in this manner is similar to that of a chemical peel but without the adverse effects of irritation and skin reaction. You can successfully treat areas like the neck, hands, chest, and face. There is no down time and normal activities may be resumed immediately. It is not painful and most clients find it remarkably relaxing.

Removing the outer layer of dead skin cells enables better absorption of antioxidants, moisturizers, and nutrients that will be applied to the skin directly after the treatment. This helps provide a smoother texture and promotes the growth of healthy new skin cells. Microderms can be performed as often as every two weeks to help treat conditions like age spots and sun damage, softening of fine lines and wrinkles, oily skin, and extraction of blackheads and whiteheads. You will experience softer, smoother, and cleaner skin. Even after the first treatment you will enjoy a radiant glow that will continue to improve with additional treatments.

You can click this link to see the American Society of Plastic Surgeons animation about microdermabrasion - http://www.plasticsurgery.org/cosmetic-procedures/microdermabrasion/3d-animation-page.html.

Call today and make your appointment to LIVE BEAUTIFULLY AT ANY AGE.

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Friday Focus: Obtainable

People assume that because we are a doctor’s office our skin care products and treatments are costly and unobtainable. This is a misconception. You don’t have to spend a lot of money to have healthy skin. You just have to be smart about how you spend your money. Today we are going to go over some tips for healthy smart skin care.

In today’s market there are many facilities that offer procedures like microdermabrasion, chemical peels, and lasers. These are all great procedures to have and well worth the money you will spend for them. They will help soften, brighten, and tighten your skin. Even the most superficial of treatments like a microderm aide in resurfacing the skin. But it is important to know that this is only half the work. To get the best bang for your buck you need to have a strong home care regimen. Having a good home care regimen will give these procedures longevity. They will protect and maintain what you are trying to accomplish through these processes.

There are so many products on the market today. It is confusing to know in what direction to go. If you don’t have a degree in chemistry, the list of chemicals on the label can be a mystery. I have had clients bring me bags full of products they have purchased at stores asking me to help them figure out which one is best for what. You can really spend a lot on money on products that don’t have high enough levels of active ingredients in them to make a difference. A lot of these products cost just as much with fewer visible results.

Here is the difference. Any products sold at NWACPS are considered pharmaceutical strength. This means they are regulated by the FDA. They have to meet certain requirements. The levels of active ingredients are higher. They are highly concentrated and very results driven. Yes, the start-up cost for a new regimen might be a little more on the front end but these products will typically last longer. Because of the active ingredients found in the products, a little goes a long way. You are purchasing a comprehensive line designed to work together to obtain your skin health goals.

So, lets talk about a simple regimen. 

There are 3 product types that I consider the foundation of any regimen, no matter what my client’s age or skin type. 

1.  Antioxidants- to help prevent damage. Antioxidants are a group of vitamins, minerals and enzymes. They help prevent cell damage caused by free radicals. Free radicals are responsible for premature aging by damaging cells and breaking down collagen and other proteins within the skin. 

2.  Retinols- to correct damage and revive the overall health of your skin. Retinol products help speed up the cell metabolism so they are rejuvenating at a higher rate. During this process collagen rebuilds, the appearance of fine lines, wrinkles, and dark spots diminish. Additionally, a retinol will also help minimize the appearance of pores and even help the texture of breakout prone skin. 

3.  Sunscreens- to help protect. It is important to use a broad spectrum sunscreen of 30spf, daily. We have many to choose from that are cosmetically elegant and go well under your make up.  

This is the foundation of a good at home regimen. This is how we start to LIVE BEAUTIFULLY AT ANY AGE. 

Sunspots or lines and wrinkles on your chest?

Have you ever looked in the mirror and noticed sunspots on your chest? Or looked down when wearing a V-neck and noticed fine lines and wrinkles on your delicate chest skin? Considering how much time most of us spend in the sun, it is possible you have some sun damage on this area of your body. There is a great product from Vivite by Allergan that can help with this!

VIVITÉ^® Vibrance Décolleté Therapy is specially formulated to help improve the overall appearance of skin on the chest area in just 8 weeks, without hydroquinone. Protective antioxidants and revitalizing conditioners help improve the appearance of sun-damaged skin on the chest area by reducing fine lines and wrinkles, discoloration, tactile roughness, and dryness and flaking. Contains 10% glycolic compound. Apply to cleansed chest area twice a day―in the morning and evening.

The picture on the left is the before and the one on the right is after 8 weeks of regular use.

We also carry other products from the Vivite line that are excellent as well. They are all reasonably priced. Call today to schedule a free consultation with our licensed aesthetician to learn more!

In addition, you can sign up for the Brilliant Distinctions program and earn points towards discounts on products such as Vivite', Latisse, Juvederm and Botox Cosmetic! For more information, visit http://www.brilliantdistinctionsprogram.com/users/BDDefault.aspx?cid=tab_viv_c. 

To read about the complete line of Vivite' before your consultation, or to see more before and after pictures, visit http://www.viviteskincare.com/?cid=tab_bd.

LIVE BEAUTIFULLY AT ANY AGE!!