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Skin Care Tips For All Ages
Please click HERE for Bay Harbour Med Spa’s article on how you should take care of your skin. Some great skin care tips for all women and men, of all ages.
Skin Care, Nutrition and Menopause
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For many years we’ve tried to educate our Miami clientele that skin care should be a priority for them, if they want to age gracefully. As women age, their hormone level changes. What are some causes of thin and dry skin? Well, in women of age, premenopause and menopause. The reason this happens is because the oil glands begin to slow down their production of natural emollients (which keep the skin soft). When women become of menopause age, their skin becomes a less efficient barrier against irritants, allergens and bacteria.
Thinner skin is more susceptible to a type of inflammation called dermatitis (inflammation of the skin, either due to direct contact with an irritating substance, or to an allergic reaction. Symptoms of dermatitis include redness, itching, and in some cases blistering). Because of this, it is of the utmost importance to keep the skin soft and hydrated.
What is menopause associated with? Calcium deficiency in the epidermis, which is a contributing factor to weak skin. Lets cover skin care treatments in med spas, which target women of premenopause and menopause age. For years, Bay Harbour Med Spa has used the following skin care ingredients when providing skin treatments to our Miami and Miami Beach clientele:
- Grapeseed extract
- White and Green Tea
- Organic Antioxidants (derived from vitamis, fruits and vegetables)
- Hyaluronic acid
- Retinol
- Peptides and bio-peptides
If you don’t live in the South Florida area, you should absolutely ask you med spa clinician, what types of ingredients they use for treatments that claim to treat menopause. If most of the above ingredients are not mentioned, look for another professional med spa. A safe bet is to look for an “authentic” European med spa.
What type of treatments are helpful in treating skin triggered by premonopause and/or menopause?
Microdermabrasion is enormously helpful in treating mature skin. However, proper precautions must be taken! If the handpiece is dragged on the face’s thin skin, damage or inflammation may occur. What does our Miami microdermabrasion treatment offer? For starters, it improves the skin’s clarity, and reduction in visibility of lines and wrinkles.
Here are some diet tips to address women of premenopause or menopause age:
- Wild raised (not farm raised) salmon- a prime source of omega-3 fatty acids, which help reduce inflammation, and prevent redness, wrinkles and sagging.
- Dark chocolate- yes ladies, we wrote it, DARK CHOCOLATE! This wonderful gift to women is full of antioxidants and nutrients. Be sure to select chocolates with at least 60% cocoa.
- Tomatoes- are perhaps the only food which should be consumed processed. A major source of lycopene, a potent antioxidant thought to protect against cancers. Tomatoes are one of the main staples in Mediterranean diets.
- Low fat greek yogurt- provides much needed calcium to the skin and bones.
- Sweet potatoes- are loaded with beta-carotene, which helps the skin’s smooth texture.
- Blueberries- are full of antioxidants and anti-inflammatory agents that prevent long-term cell damage.
What should menopausal women cut down on and/or avoid?
Remember, the rule of thumb is moderation! Dehydrators such as alcohol, caffeine, and saunas are to be considered.
What are some helpful habits to adopt in women of menopausal age?
- Plenty of exercise. Exercise of any form, walking is a great start……………………………………………………….
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Some Tips For Rosacea Care
Tips for Rosacea: Image of Rosacea Rash
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<h1>Tips on How to Best Care for Rosacea………………………………</h1>
For many years, about 15% of our clients who frequented our Miami med spa suffered from Rosacea. As a matter of fact, approximately 14 million people suffer from Rosacea. Here are some useful tips to help with Rosacea:
- Avoid known triggers such as:
- alcohol
- caffeine
- spicy food
- chocolates
- most importantly, avoid exposure to the sun
2. Patients needing medical therapy have several options including the newer anti-inflammatory pill called Oracea0 it is theoretically not an antibiotic because of its dosage and is the only FDA approved pill for Rosacea. For more on drugs approved by the FDA, please click HERE. If you suffer from severe Rosacea, you should consult with a physician before considering taking any type of medication/s.
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Post-care of Microdermabrasion and Ultrasonic Face Treatments
Bay Harbour Med Spa has a comprehensive skin care blog. If you’re interested in information about skin after care for procedures such as Crystal Micordermabrasion TM or Ultrasonic Face and Neck Treatments, please click HERE (a link to our sister- web- page).
Skin Care Tips
Bay Harbour Med Spa. Phone: 305-864-8824
How to maintain your skin’s longevity? By Bay Harbour Med Spa.
For graceful aging, this is our philosophy, one we try to instill in all of our clients.
- Protect your skin from the sun- use large sun glasses and a hat during the day and remember to apply sun screen.
- Cleanse your skin twice a day (morning and night).
- Consume foods rich in antioxidants (i.e. berries).
- Moisturize the skin with serums or creams that are rich in vitamins and minerals.
- Incorporate healthy eating habits, exercise at least three times per week, and get adequate sleep.
The Benefits of Aloe Vera………
For years, the aloe vera plant has been used to sooth dry, itchy, or sunburned skin. The aloe leaf should be sliced lengthwise in a downward motion and than applied directly to the skin- once you do that, cover the affected area with gauze and tape.
Some useful tips:
- When cutting a leaf from the aloe vera plant pick one that is closer to the base of the plant.
- You should use the aloe vera right after slicing the leaf, it is preferred that you not slice the aloe leaf until you are ready to use it.
- If you have a piece left over, cover it with plastic wrap and refrigerate it.
- For SERIOUS burns and wounds ALWAYS seek medical help first!
Additional Uses for Aloe:
- Acne
- Arthritis
- Bruises
- Burns ( it is advised that you seek medical help for burns, to avoid possible infections)
- Dermititis
- Edema
- Insect bites
- Skin abrasions
- Stings
- Sunburns
We wish you a very happy 2010 holiday season!
Skin care and the economy………
Bay Harbour Med Spa has been offering stellar skin care treatments and facials in Miami, Florida for over two decades. Recently, one of our clients wrote us a very nice review stating that we provided real value for her money and that she was very happy with the visible results noticed by her and those around her.
This got us thinking about skin care and the economy. With consumers watching their spending in the present economical state, it became important to us ( now more than ever) to offer skin care treatments that deliver tangible results. We went through a list of our skin care treatments, we surmised that our Crystal Microdermabrasion TM treatments and Ultrasonic treatments scored the highest points amongst our satisfied clientelle.
We asked several of our regular and dedicated clients to sum up why they loved the Crystal Microdermabrasion TM treatments so much? The consensus was- because it is a non-invasive treatment which provides an immediate effect to the skin in terms of clarifying, smoothing out uneven texture and overall improvement of appearance.
Our Ultrasonic anti-aging skin treatments utilize a sonic infusion system technology coupled with us adding anti-aging serums to reduce fine lines and wrinkles. So, we asked several of our clients why they prefered this treatment? The unanimous response was- ” After one treatment we see immediate improvement in skin texture and appearance.” Additionally, our clients like the fact that both treatments are non-invasive but still provide tangible results.
What we realized was that even though the economy has been on a downward spiral for the past several years, our decades long practice of providing skin treatments that provide visible results is what brings our clients back for more treatments. If you’re looking for visual results might we suggest the Crystal Microdermabrasion TM treatment or Ultrasonic face treatments. If you do not reside in South Florida, than please search out a med spa that has garnered a solid reputation for the type of results it’s skin treatments have yielded their clients.
Please come back and visit our blog soon, we will be adding an article solely dedicated to Ultrasonic skin treatments.
Skin Care Tips For Boys
A lot of boys in their teens are embarrassed to discuss skin care issues, because they’d prefer to be looked at as rugged or masculine- they don’t want to be looked down at. Knowing this, Bay Harbour Med Spa has now made it possible for young men to look up this information on the internet. You can do this privately and we invite you to ask any and all questions that you may have with respect to your skin care concerns.
Thankfully with a wealth of new men’s health information, tackling your troubled skin is easier than ever.
Looking After Your Skin
The teenage years are a traumatic time for your skin. Hormonal changes, excess oil production, sweat, air and water pollution all contribute to breakouts. A lot of times these breakouts aren’t restricted to your face, but can even pop up on your shoulders, back and even your behind.
Here are some useful tips compiled by Bay Harbour Med Spa:
- A good all over cleanser, such as soap or body wash ( Bay Harbour Med Spa has developed a unique skin care line specific for young men and teens).
- Face wash for your skin type: dry/sensitive, normal, oily or combination.
- Toner to improve your skin tone and tighten pores.
- Facial moisturizer to leave your face feeling silky smooth.
- A rich shaving gel to help your razor glide over your skin.
- A razor with an aloe and/or vitamin strip to discourage nasty razor burn.
- A proper cleansing facial specific for your skin type by a trained skin care professional specializing in teen skin care. Bay Harbour Med Spa is a renowned med spa specializing in teen skin care. We recommend that if you do not live in the South Florida area, that you seek out a med spa which has garnered a fine reputation in specifically treating teens. If you find a med spa or skin care professional, do your research about this establishment before going in. If the majority of the feedback is positive- you may have found the right place. Also, do not hesitate to ask them over the phone how they perform their facials.
A proper cleansing teen facial should consist of the following:
- Skin analysis- this allows the skin care professional to decipher what type of skin you have and which type of facial would be best suited for you.
- Cleansing of the skin to remove debris.
- Exfoliation- usually derived from a fruit or plant extract (grainy in nature) would be used.
- Steam ( this facilitates the opening of the pores for proper extraction).
- Massage- ( this encourages circulation). Please note: some clients should not get face massages if their skin is highly broken out.
- Extraction ( NEVER, EVER should your skin care practitioner squeeze your skin with his/her fingers- a tool by the name of a commodone extractor should be used).
- Mask- at Bay Harbour Med Spa we custom blend a mask specific to your skin’s need. Masks are standard, but each case is different, so why should a standard mask be used when one that can be blended specifically for you can be used instead?
- Moisturizer or skin protecteting agent should be applied before your facial treatment comes to an end.
Please note, the above is the minimum criteria that you should expect to receive when getting a facial. Bay Harbour Med Spa has its own unique teen facials and we have additional steps included in our facials.
Finally, the proper order of taking care of your skin at home would be in the following order:
- Wash your hands. You should never touch your face with unwashed hands.
- Clean your skin with a cleanser. (Bay Harbour Med Spa has its own exclusive line for teens, men and women). Make sure the cleanser is one that is right for your skin type.
- Wipe your face with a toner using cotton swabs.
- Exfoliate (this should be done only several times per week, so if not exfoliating, skip this step and move on to the next step).
- Apply a drying lotion/cream to acne or breakout spots only- if this is applicable to you. If not, move on to the next step.
- Apply a moisturizer.
These steps should be done before you go to bed each night. This is done in the privacy of your own home, so, please do not be embarrassed and start practicing good skin care habits early so that you can try to avoid adult acne which many men suffer from.
Three additional steps for young men which are very helpful:
Because young men sweat more than young women, be it because of playing sports or exerting more energy, one should:
- Change bed linens several times per week.
- Shower immediately after playing sports and/or sweating.
- Change shirts if shirt is full of sweat.
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Thank you for reading our blog, we hope it has helped in some way.
A Proper Facial Should Consist Of……
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Bay Harbour Med Spa- Miami’s leading facial and skin care spa sets the following guidelines for a proper facial. If the med spa you are thinking of does not offer these steps to a facial ( you can ask them over the phone what their facials consist of before scheduling an appointment) than you should search for another med spa.
So here’s the skinny on a properly executed facial- a facial should comprise of an evaluation of the present skin condition, application of the appropriate skin care products which should be customized for your exact skin type and problem, massage with acupressure to encourage decongestion, a heat mask followed by extractions ( never done by squeezing- a commodone extractor should be used), a customized skin masque. At Bay Harbour Med Spa we mix organic masks with plant, vitamin or fruit extracts right at your bed side. We customize each product that is placed on your skin to target your skin’s specific need.
Facials are highly recommended for all skin types, especially congested skin in need of extraction. Through regular cleansing, decongesting and exfoliation the skin can be maintained to be in a healty state.
—— Facials Miami by Bay Harbour Med Spa
How Can Men Achieve Trimmer Waistlines?
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For years Bay Harbour Med Spa has been providing expert men’s skin care in Miami, Florida- we do so through mechanical ( such as the use of devices) as well as through natural methods. After each of our treatments, we offer all of our patrons herbal teas, for 34 years we’ve done this- the result is that we’ve discovered that our loyal male patrons achieved trimmer waistlines through drinking herbal tea. Yes, you read correctly, through drinking herbal tea.
According to a study presented at the First International Congress on Abdominal Obesity- men who drink more than two cups of tea daily have trimmer waistlines than men who consume caffeine or no tea at all. It is common knowledge that excess fat around the waistline can be linked to an increased risk of diabetes and heart disease.
We suggest organic green tea with honey, stay away from sugar- sugar hastens the aging process ( more blogs to follow on this topic) not to mention that it contributes to a bulging stomach and larger waistline.
