Heal and Protect: The Ultimate Lip Care Guide to nourish your lips and keep them looking and feeling healthy all winter long.

DiamondGlow® is a one-of-a-kind face treatment that is as unique as you are. This treatment not only feels exceptional, but also leaves your skin refreshed, hydrated and bright with a radiant glow – even after just one session.

Eczema: Understanding the Itch

Eczema, also known as atopic dermatitis, is a chronic skin condition that affects millions of people worldwide. It is a multifactorial skin condition that can be influenced by a combination of genetic, environmental, and immune system factors. It typically begins in childhood but can persist or even develop in adulthood. Characterized by red, itchy, and inflamed skin, eczema can be a frustrating and uncomfortable condition to manage.

Pigmentation Concerns: Understanding Melasma, Causes and Common Treatment Options

In the quest for flawless and youthful skin, there is a myriad of beauty products and treatments available today. One of the most innovative and effective skincare tools that has gained popularity in recent years is the Environ Micro-Needling Gold Cosmetic Roll-CIT. This cutting-edge beauty device offers a non-invasive way to rejuvenate your skin, promoting a radiant complexion and addressing various skin concerns.

Environ's Gold CIT Cosmetic roller features 14ct gold-plated, 316 ultra-fine surgical grade stainless steel needles. Gold is not only known for its luxurious appearance but also for its biocompatibility with the skin and natural antimicrobial properties. These needles are designed to minimize discomfort while ensuring precise and consistent results.

Cosmetic needling creates thousands of microchannels in the skin, making it more receptive to skincare products. Environ recommends using their specialized skincare serums in conjunction with the roller for optimal results. This combination maximizes the absorption of active ingredients into the deeper layers of the skin.

August has arrived, so now is the perfect time to start thinking about your back-to-school skincare routine! Taking care of your skin can help you look and feel more confident as you start the new academic year. Simplicity and consistency are key for your skincare routine. Remember, it is important to use products that are specific to your skin.  Schedule your skin consultation today at Skin Glow Collective!

Adult men and women should follow and use the ABCs of skincare: Vitamin A (ex. retinol), Broad Spectrum, mineral sunscreen and Vitamin C. Not all products have to be medical grade, but the only way to get quality in a retinol and vitamin C is in a medical grade product.

DiamondGlow Treatment at Skin Glow Collective | A Facial Studio

Environ Skin Care and Vitamin A

What is Dermaplaning?

Dermaplaning is a physical/mechanical exfoliation that is extremely safe when performed by a professionally trained skin care specialist utilizing the appropriate tools and practices for the service. Dermaplaning has been practiced by dermatologists and plastic surgeons for over 40 years. Dermaplaning was originally performed to prepare patient’s skin for chemical exfoliation. It was later used to prepare the skin for resurfacing treatments and deeper chemical peels.

Benefits

Dermaplaning immediately rejuvenates the skin by removing the top layer of skin cells from the stratum corneum along with vellus hair. It is highly effective in minimizing the appearance of fine lines, wrinkles and acne scars, while leaving skin smooth, supple, and vibrant. It has been utilized in medical practices for over 40 years to prepare the skin for chemical peels and laser treatments. In spas it is often the exfoliation step in antiaging facials. It is also utilized to prepare skin for light chemical peels, enzymes, light therapy, micro-current and other modalities. Dermaplaning increases the penetration of active ingredients in treatment room and home care products. It creates the perfect canvas for makeup application and is the go to treatment to prepare for special occasions and photographs.

Dermaplaning Tools and Technique

I have specific training and have learned the safest technique for dermaplaning by a company called Dermaplane Pro. It is important to note that not all dermaplaning techniques are the same. Many use a guarded blade that is not sterile and dermaplane dry skin. Ouch! I use a sterile, single-use blade that was specifically designed for dermaplaning. I also dermaplane with a hydrating oil that allows the blade to glide easily over the skin, which reduces inflammation and redness post procedure.

There are many dermplaning devices on the market for the general consumer to purchse. The majority of these tools are not sharp enough and are not sterile. Using this type of tool introduces bacteria into the rough surface of the skin created by using an inexpensive, disposable blade. Many report breakouts and skin irritation after dermaplaning at home. This type of service is best left to a trained professional. The risks and side effects of home dermaplaning are just not worth the cost savings by doing it yourself at home.

The Smooth Glow Dermaplaning Facial

Skin concerns: Undesired facial peach fuzz, dull or lackluster skin, fine lines and wrinkles, rough texture, dehydration. This is a gentle alternative to dermabrasion and preserves the natural protection of the skin’s barrier.

75 Minute Treatment: Customized especially for you! This is a smoothing, hydrating facial that includes facial, arm and hang massage, followed by peach fuzz removal which serves as the method of physical and mechanical exfoliation. You can expect a double cleanse, peach fuzz removal, light enzyme exfoliation, application of targeted serums specific to your skin needs, followed by a cool, calming alginate mask paired with Iontophoresis and Sonophoresis to enhance the penetration of the Environ pharmaceutical grade professional serums used in treatment. You will enjoy and hand and arm massage as well. Your facial will conclude with a light hyaluronic acid mist, hydration, mineral SPF and lip treatment.

The Result = A beautiful skin GLOW! Your skin will look and feel hydrated and the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles is minimized. Your skin is left feeling smooth, supple and vibrant. You will notice enhanced product penetration and a flawless make-up application.

*A minimum of 4 weeks is recommended between treatments.

Skin care and beauty is a multi-billion dollar worldwide industry. Unfortunately, as with any area so diffuse and complex, it can be hard to navigate and understand. As consumers, you are bombarded daily with ads and offers for a variety of products with different ingredients and infinite services and claims.

Skin health and skincare are very important, just like caring for any other organ or body system. Seeking professional services and advice is strongly encouraged. There are so many options to consider including salons, day spas, medspas, dermatologists, plastic surgeons, etc.