5 Things To Do in Your 40s To Age Gracefully
5 Things To Do in Your 40s To Age Gracefully When we think of aging gracefully, there are things that we can do now that will help immensely in the years to come. It is always easier to prevent, than it is to turn back the clock. But, don’t lose hope. At AIYANA, we have you covered. From skincare, facials and�preventative Botox to filler that is hydrating, anti-aging and will give an all-over refreshed, glowing appearance, you are in good hands with us. It is never to late for self-care.� With that, what can you do? Let’s dive into the 5 things to do in your 40s to age gracefully going into your 50s and beyond. Wear Sunscreen You are probably sick of us taking about the good ol’ SPF, but honestly it is the most cost-effective anti-aging tool out there. Some may ask what sunscreen to buy and we are always quick to answer with one that gives you the protection from the sun and the screens. As we are exposed to more and more screens, que looking down at our phones, we are at an increased risk of certain lights causing damage to our skin. We love iS CLINICAL Eclipse SPF as it provides the adequate protection from all the lights around us. Medical Grade Skincare Why is medical grade skincare so important? When it comes to taking care of your skin, there is no better investment than into a skincare line that is medical grade, meaning pharmaceutical manufactured, with actual research and science backing it. When you buy skincare products it the store, they can say whatever they want on the bottle, even if the information is false. When it comes to medical grade products, there are standards in the industry, and they are result driven so you are going to get the best products that will actually improve your skin. As you know, we love ALASTIN and iS CLINICAL around here. To get started with skincare, we recommend starting with the ALASTIN Daily Beauty Regimen and a customized serum for you. We would love to have you at AIYANA for a complementary consult to talk more in depth about your skincare needs. Facial Treatments Facial treatments are more than just a luxury spa treatment. Although, we do love the fact that our facials at AIYANA are both luxury and results driven, we know that both are important. Why are facials a great way to help you age gracefully? With the productivity of facials including extractions, stimulating collagen production, increasing cellular turnover, infusing botanicals and growth factors to help improve texture, tone and laxity, facials are a great way to invest in your skin and provide it an ability to perform at its best. There are many types of facial treatments out there, ranging from a soothing, relaxing facial, to more invasive like microneedling. It is best to schedule a consult to discuss your needs. Injectables There are times when injectables, such as Botox/Dysport and dermal fillers are needed. This can be preventative as well as corrective, based on each individuals needs. Botox/Dysport are great at relaxing muscles to prevent deeper lines from developing. It can also help with tension headaches, TMJ and migraines. Fillers are great to add volume where it has been lost. As we age, our fat pads start to shift and due to gravity start to fall. By adding filler into that area, we are able to replace the volume that no longer exists, creating a more refreshed and youthful appearance. Healthy Lifestyle Aging gracefully can be something that starts on the inside. We always recommend our clients eat a healthy diet, exercise and drink water. Not only is this beneficial for your overall health, but it honestly helps your skin more than most of us think. Exercise is a great way to help your body function at its best, and when it does, your skin will show it. We’d love to see you at AIYANA for a commentary consult to get your skin glowing again! Recent Posts
5 Best Skin Serums
5 Best Skin Serums Our love for iS CLINICAL runs deep and we know it is because the serums they offer. They provide the best antioxidants, protection from extremes in the environment and botanicals. This creates the perfect combination to fight multiple aging concerns in your skin. Here are the 5 Best Serums, in no particular order, that are must haves in your skin care line up. iS CLINICAL Super Serum Advance+ Super Serum Advance+ contains Copper Tripeptide Growth Factor. “Copper tripeptide-1 belongs to a group of emergency response molecules which are released during injury and come to the body�s aid when certain processes are activated.” iS CLINICAL What this means is that this serum activates your cells response to help turn over old cells and repair damaged cells. This serum also contains time release Vitamin C, at 15% which is a wonderful brightening agent with antioxidant protection. It helps with hyperpigmentation (sun/age spots), wrinkles and saggy skin. It also helps repair scars, old and new. iS CLINICAL Pro-Heal Serum Advance+ Pro-heal Serum Advance+ is the #3 selling skincare product world wide and there is a good reason for that. It is the serum to be used for any and all inflammatory conditions as it heals the skin and brings it back to neutral. This includes acne, dermatitis, eczema, and rosacea. It also has time release Vitamin C, at 15%, which helps with brightening and antioxidant protection. It is extremely healing and great for super dry skin. This is the serum you want in your back pocket with those pesky inflammatory conditions arise. iS CLINICAL GeneXC Serum GeneXC Serum is the serum that we would consider for the mature skin, the skin that has been through a lot and needs the most TLC. It is packed full of Vitamin C, at 20%, the highest concentration in the line of serums and it is time released. It also contains a plethora of extremozymes, iS CLINICALS signature ingredient, with uses plant technology to up-regulate genes. Lastly, it provides superior antioxidant protection and promotes healthy DNA. iS CLINICAL Active Serum Active Serum is the #2 skin care product sold worldwide and there is a good reason for it. It is iS CLINICALS most popular product as it addresses multiple skin concerns. It is used in the evening, alternating with retinol if needed. It is recommended for anti-aging, acne, hyperpigmentation (age/sun spots), reduces pore appearance and exfoliates the skin. Clinical studies have show 94% of patients saw 100% improvement in acne. It can also be used as a spot treatment for cystic acne. Bonus- it does not inflame the skin. iS CLINICAL Hydra-Cool Serum The Hydra-Cool serum is great during those dry months in the winter. It hydrates from the inside out, fully penetrating hydration. It is another anti-inflammatory serum that is great for acne and hyperpigmentation (sun/age spots). It can also be mixed with foundation to give your skin that dewy glow. For men who don’t want to mess with a moisturizer, this is a great option. Our favorite part, the tingle after it is applied. iS CLINICAL Youth Body Serum This is a BONUS serum because we can’t leave this product out of the line-up. This body serum is unlike anything else on the market. Think about the lotion you put on after your shower. Now imagine putting on a lightweight serum, that has the most lovely botanical smell, light as air feel and overall energizing aroma? This is IT! We will let iS explain the rest. “This refreshing lightweight serum mist gently absorbs into the skin providing powerful hydration and antioxidant protection against environmental aggressors. The purest form of Hyaluronic Acid, potent extracts of Watermelon, Blue Microalgae, Licorice Root and Holy Herb, are combined with essential Vitamin B5 and our proprietary Extremozymes��to create a unique and effective formula designed specifically for the body. Much more than a moisturizer, this nourishing treatment leaves skin feeling fresh, soft, and more hydrated. Perfect for post-sun exposure.” iS CLINICAL Serums are a great addition to any skin care routine to get the best results. Adding in 1-2 of the serums will certainly prove to help you get that glowing skin that is desired and to change the overall health of your skin. Ready to shop? Feel free to comment with any questions below. Recent Posts
Dermaplaning
Dermaplaning When it comes to facials and exfoliation of the skin, dermaplaning is a great stand-alone treatment, or add-on. Dermaplaning is a cosmetic procedure that removes the top layer of your skin. It helps with the skin texture and tone, softening fine line and wrinkles and helps with scarring. It leaves your skin soft and smooth, and more readily available to absorb your medical-grade skincare efficiently. Let’s get into the details of dermaplaning. What is Dermaplaning? Dermaplaning is a facial treatment that uses a exfoliation blade to skim the skins surface and remove dead skin cells and vellus (peach fuzz) hair from your face. It is also known as microplaning or blading. Dermaplaning aims to smooth out your skin’s surface, making it it youthful and radiant. It can help with scarring and unevenness of your skin texture. Dermaplaning can be used for any skin type and anyone with: acne scars dull skin dry skin sun-damaged skin fine wrinkles The Process The tool used for dermaplaning is a type of razor, or a blade similar to a medical scalpel. It is very different than the razor you would use on your body for shaving. The concept of dermaplaning is similar to shaving. Using a sterile blade at a 45-degree angle and dragging it across the skin, slowly, the removal of dead skin cells, scar tissue and other debris on the skin surface will occur. The removal of the previous is what is causing dullness and unevenness of your skin’s surface. Exposure to harsh environmental toxins, irritants and sun damage to the skin daily causes damage. It causes the top layer of your skin to appear dull and can cause aging of the skin. Dermaplaning clears away the damaged skin cells so newer cells can regenerate. The Procedure During the treatment, you should not feel any pain. A slight tingle may be experienced while dermaplaning. The provider will have you lie down similar to a facial treatment. Your face will then be cleansed and prepped for the treatment. No numbing or local anesthesia is used for this treatment as there is no pain associated. The provider will then use a dermaplaning tool to scrape over your skin at a 45-degree angle. This will continue for 20-30 minutes on average as the provider gently works to exfoliate the skin and remove the dead skin cells and vellus hair. After the treatment is completed, the provider will apply serums and sunscreen to your face. As with any facial treatment, be careful in the sun after dermaplaning Ensure you have adequate sunscreen protection and re-apply every 2 hours. You can wash your face as normal and apply your non-comodogenic makeup products. Risks and Side Effects Dermaplaning is considered a low-risk procedure. There are minimal side effects, but they might include slight redness on your face post-treatment and some do experience what we call your body ridding itself of the congestion in the skin. With that may come some white heads in the area of most congestion. Infection and scarring are extremely rare after dermaplaning However, they can occur. If this does happen, contact your provider for treatment options. Another possible side effect is called hyperpigmentation, or patchy skin pigment. This can occur in the treated areas and may decrease or disappear over time. What to Expect After the dermaplaning treatment, there is no downtime. You may experience slight redness or feel the sensation that your skin has been scraped for a day or two post-treatment. This will resolve. You may notice that your skin looks bright, smoother and glowing immediately after the treatment;, but it often takes a few days to notice the full results. Redness will subside and results will be more evident a few days afterward. Results from dermaplaning are not permanent as the skin cells turn over ever 6-8 weeks The procedure is best when repeated during each skin cell cycle. After the dermaplaning treatment you’ll need to be careful about sun exposure as it can revers the effects of dermaplaning. It can also cause the pigment blotches on the new skin cells. Ensure you are wearing sunscreen and reapply every 2 hours. Are you ready to book your dermaplaning treatment at AIYANA? Click below. We can’t wait to see you. Recent Posts
Skin Care & Facials
Skin Care & Facials At AIYANA, we have a great variety of skincare and facial treatments to get you glowing in no time. With medical-grade skincare products and multiple facial treatments on the menu, your skin has never looked better. For the best skincare treatments, look no further. You have come to the right place and we will get your skin glowing. AIYANA Essential Facial This is known as the “Red Carpet, celebrity favorite, show stopping facial.” And, we totally get it at AIYANA. Here are the facial deets. It is one that is especially for those struggling with blemishes. But, if that is not your struggle, it certainly provides an overall glowing finish. The legendary FIRE & ICE FACIAL is designed to safely resurface and rapidly rejuvenate the skin with little or no downtime. This relaxing facial helps reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles while improving the appearance of uneven skin tone and blemishes, resulting in a more youthful complexion and an overall glow to your skin. Tame those current breakouts by reducing swelling, redness and pores. AIYANA Facials Our facial menu has something for everyone, from acne prone skin to a little collagen boost. You can find what you need and get your skin glowing. It is ideal that you get a facial done every 4-8 weeks as part of your skincare routine. Facials help with cellular turnover, increase collagen production, remove dead skin cells, and help your products penetrate deeper for better results. Check out our facial menu. Chemical Peels Chemical peels are a great skincare treatment option in a medispa as a stepping stone into deeper skin treatments. We love our iS CLINICAL chemical peels as the results are unparalleled and the peeling is abundant. The results speak for themselves. A series of 3 peels is ideal to get the best results. So, what differentiates one chemical peel from another? Superficial peels or light peels use acids such as alpha-hydroxy to gently exfoliate the skin. This peel is only acting on the top layer of the skin. Medium peels use TCA, glycolic acid, or a mixture of salicylic acid, lactic acid, and resorcinol that will remove damaged skin cells. These peels reach the middle and outer layers of the skin. Microneedling AIYANA Microneedling AKA Collagen Induction Therapy is the perfect skin care treatment to help with texture, tone, and laxity of skin. It also can be focused on deep lines and wrinkles to soften their appearance. It is a great treatment when you are needing that extra collagen boost and notice those superficial fine lines, wrinkles, and dark spots. After a series of 3 or 6 treatments, your skin will be glowing! We love our SkinPen device as it is the best microneedling device on the market. It’s a focused treatment with great results. We utilized iS CLINICAL Youth Serum and ALASTIN Regenerative Skin Nectar immediately post treatment. to help with penetration. It absorbs into those open microchannels to deliver the BEST skincare products at a time when needed most. Post microneedling, a Reparative Aftercare Hydrojelly mask is applied as well as Medical-grade LED lights. This helps with recovery and expedites results. Sculptra The next level of collagen therapy, Sculptra is an injectable that triggers our body to create its own collagen. After about 1 month, our body has removed all the Sculptra from our system. and collagen is starting to form. After about 2-4 months, we have 3-5 years worth of collagen formation and visible results are seen. Sculptra can help with texture, tone and laxity of skin. With multiple treatments, volume and fullness can be noted in areas of deficiency. It is recommended a series of 1-2 treatments in the first 3 months, possibly 1 more treatment at 6 months and then you will be put on the yearly Sculptra plan. It is a great maintenance treatment to help tighten the skin and keep it looking its best. Overtime, you will continue to build collagen, which in turn can decrease the need of fillers and Botox/Dysport so you are using less. Ready to book your next spa treatment? Click BOOK NOW below. Can’t wait to see you soon! Chemical Peel Facts How do chemical peels improve the skin? Chemical peeling is a procedure that aims to accelerate skin exfoliation by the use of chemical substances resulting in renewed, healthier looking skin and more uniform complexion. Who can benefit from Chemical Peels? Chemical�Peels address the visible skin imperfections that result from skin aging and sun exposure, such as fine lines and wrinkles, uneven skin tone and texture. Peels also address skin tone unevenness that can be caused by acne scarring or pigmentary changes. Chemical offers a range of different strength chemical peels that licensed medical professionals can select to provide the optimum treatment for their patients. How do I decide which particular peel is most beneficial for me? During the initial consultation, your skin care professional will evaluate your skin condition and recommend the appropriate peel regimen based on your needs. Who is the ideal candidate for a Chemical Peel? Chemical Peels are appropriate for patients with moderate to severe skin imperfections that result from skin aging and sun exposure, such as fine lines and wrinkles, uneven skin tone and texture. Chemical Peels also address skin unevenness that can be caused by acne scarring or pigmentary changes. Can Chemical Peels�be performed on patients with dark skin? Chemcial Peels can be performed on patients with dark skin. However, patients with deeply pigmented skin color should receive P2 Peel first, and after they establish tolerability to P2 Peel, they can receive P3 Peel. Ask your physician or skin care specialist if a chemical peel�is right for you. How do I prepare for this peel? Any procedures or products that may increase skin sensitivity should be avoided before your Chemical Peel treatment. Ask your physician or skin care specialist for additional details if you are interested in this procedure. What should I expect during the
AIYANA Membership
AIYANA Membership We love our patients and we wanted to do something to give back. We appreciate your loyalty and wanted to make sure you knew how grateful we are to each and every one of you. With that being said, an exclusive AIYANA Membership was just what we needed to show you how thankful we are. AIYANA Facial Membership If you are a lover of facials, and we sure hope each of you are, our AIYANA Facial Membership is just for you. A facial is a great way to take care of your skin and show some love to your self every 6 or so weeks. It keeps your skin healthy, helps remove dead skin cells to keep your cellular turnover happening and also helps create the perfect canvas for your skincare products to penetrate. When it comes to facials, we have many offerings at AIYANA. With this membership, you will receive 9 AIYANA Essential Facials over the course of 12 months. This will be a great schedule to keep your skin looking radiant and glowing. You always have the opportunity to upgrade to a different facial for only $75 (normally $100). The monthly payment for the AIYANA Facial membership will be $75 and will include those 9 AIYANA Essential facials in 12 months AND 10% all skincare and treatments at AIYANA. Its truly a win-win to keep your skin glowing and get a great discount at AIYANA. AIYANA Botox/Dysport Membership When it comes to Botox/Dysport, treatments typically occur every 3 months. This keeps you on a great schedule to keeping those wrinkles relaxed and your skin looking great. With this membership, we offer you our Botox/Dysport Day special, where you will pay the amount of 30 units, but get 40 units in your treatment! We wanted to make sure you could ALWAYS take advantage of our Botox/Dysport Day Special and with this membership we did just that. With the AIYANA Botox/Dysport Membership, you will pay $140/month and get your Botox/Dysport (up to 40 units) every 3 months included. You will also receive 10% off any skincare or treatment at AIYANA. It’s a win-win because you are already committed to your Botox/Dysport treatments and why not get rewarded for doing that?!? We are thrilled to offer this great membership program to our loyal customers and we hope it shows you just how much we appreciate your business. Think of this as the best Botox deal out there. Be on the lookout for our membership program to roll out in the next couple weeks. Recent Posts
Taking care of You
Taking care of You When it comes to self care, finding a way to take care of yourself that makes you happy and healthy is the best remedy. Not just on the outside, but on the inside, too. Discovering things that you can do to increase your overall health and happiness is something we are passionate about. At AIYANA, we have you covered when it comes to taking care of your skin. We have also have BioIdentical Hormone Replacement Therapy that will increase your overall health on the inside. There are many ways to increase your self-care and that typically starts on the inside. Ensuring adequate nutrition, exercise and sleep can all make a huge difference. At AIYANA, we offer many other ways to help you feel better on the inside, and outside, too. Let’s dive into the best self-care options that we offer. BioIdentical Hormone Replacement Therapy Bioidentical hormone replacement therapy (BHRT) using pellet therapy may help balance hormones in both women and men. Hormones are one of the most important regulatory systems that exist in the body, as they act as messengers, interacting with specific target cells and organs to stimulate them into action. As we age, hormone production changes and hormone imbalance can occur. A hormone imbalance in the body can have a variety of health issues. The BioTE method of hormone replacement therapy may help provide relief. Hormones are one of the most important regulatory systems that exist in the body. They act as messengers, designed to interact with specific target cells and organs and provoke a change or result. As we age, hormone production changes and hormonal imbalance can occur. Unbalanced hormones can have a variety of side effects and symptoms. (Biotemedical.com) Skincare Our passion for skincare runs deep at AIYANA. It is imperative that you invest in your skin just as much as other treatments. Self-care starts with taking care of you so you feel better and have a more positive outlook on life. The best skincare options include medical-grade products, such as facials, chemical peels, microneedling and even Sculptra treatments. Medical-grade skincare can elevate your anti-aging game and give you a great way to show some self-love. Taking care of yourself on the outside makes a big difference on how you show up in the world as well as how you feel on the outside. We have seen so many transformations and improvement in self-confidence in our patients as they start and continue their skincare regimen. It really is a game-changer. Facials, chemical peels and microneedling are great ways to take your skin health to the next level. A regularly scheduled facial treatment will keep your skin cycles renewing and rid your skin of impurities and damage. It is a great way to expedite the results that come with using a medical-grade skincare because the products will be able to penetrate deeper and have more of an impact in your overall skin health. Sculptra is the best option for collagen production. It is your OWN collagen that is stimulated after the injections and is yours to keep. What better way to invest in your skin health than to start Sculptra. We are loving it at AIYANA and think you will too. The best way to produce more collagen is by getting regular Sculptra injections and we have that just for you. Just a little Tox and Filler Our mission at AIYANA is to enhance the natural contours and to help our patients realize that beauty comes from within, naturally. We strongly believe that each of our patients are beautiful, just as they are. As we age, our facial structures start to change and finding a way to enhance what is already there is what sets us apart. You will never find us over filling and adding too much product to distort the face. This is just not what we do. Adding just a touch of tox and filler can really enhance features and give an overall glowing result. Our patients, time after time, have told us that we have helped them feel just as good on the outside as they feel on the inside. That is the core self-care. What to find out our your self-love language? We would love to hear from you or see you for a complimentary consultation at AIYANA. Recent Posts
Dermal Filler FAQs
Dermal Filler FAQs Providing minimally invasive out patient procedures that can produce results similar to surgery makes dermal fillers a go-to. Rejuvenating, refreshing and volumizing, dermal fillers can take years off ones face and give them an added glow. At AIYANA, we love dermal fillers and have had such great success at helping our clients reach their anti-aging goals. When talking about dosing fillers, 1 syringe, 2 syringes, etc, it really is in mLs. And, 5 mls equals 1 tsp. See the diagram below. It is such a small amount of filler, but because of its chemical makeup, the hyaluronic fillers are hydrophilic, meaning they attract water. Some do a better job than others, and because of this they plump up more when inserted in the skin. Types of Dermal Fillers There are a number of them out on the market today, but we will go through the ones we use at AIYANA. Juv�derm is a very popular filler. It is manufactured by Allergan, the same company that manufactures Botox. There are different types of Juv�derm, such as Ultra, Ultra Plus, Voluma, Volbella and Vollure XC. These types of fillers are composed of Hyaluronic gel, a naturally occurring substance in the skin that contributes to volume hydration. It also stimulated the production of connective tissue or collagen that plumps the skin. Restylane is another type of hyaluronic acid filler, similar to Juv�derm, manufactured by Gallderma. Restylane Kysse, Restylane-L, Restylane Lyft and Defyne are all used at AIYANA. Where to Use Filler? There are so many uses for filler and it seems like we are advancing in this treatment so rapidly that filler is being placed all over the face. At AIYANA, the areas around the mouth, the lips, jawline, chin, under eye (tear-trough) and the midface/cheeks and under eyes are the most requested areas. A lot of aging is present in the midface because it is the structure that holds a youthful appearance. When we lose volume in the midface, our lines get deep around our mouth, jowling starts to occur and our eyes look more sunken and dark. Creepiness occurs along the jawline and more fine lines/wrinkles are present in the midface area. By adding filler, this will inhance all of these areas and give an all over refreshed look. Lip Filler When our clients think about lip filler, they are concerned that they will have an outcome that looks overfilled and too plump. At AIYANA, we always try to reassure our clients that it takes a lot of filler, and multiple appointments to become overdone. We are always careful to enhance natural contours, not change appearance. This goes for all filler placement. A refreshed, youthful, glowing end result is always our goal. Before & After Here are some before and afters of our filler clients. What you will notice is that filler placed correctly can make subtle, yet, youthful changes to someones face. It’s refreshing and natural. Lip Filler 1 syringe of Juv�derm Ultra Lower Face/Marionette & Lip Filler 1 syringe of Volbella around mouth, 1 syringe of Juv�derm Ultra in lips AIYANA Rejuvenate 3 syringes of Voluma in cheeks, mid-face, 2 syringes in chin and pre-jowl jawline. {Client had 1 syringe of Juv�derm Ultra in lips 3 weeks prior} Filler FAQs Most filler treatments take 30-45 minutes and require one office visit. Before getting the injections, you may need ice, an anesthetic applied to the skin, or a nerve block (an injection). This varies with the filler and area to be treated. Your provider will inject the filler into the area, often giving you several injections to produce the best results.� You may feel a stinging or burning sensation as the filler is injected.�(from AAD) Post-Care Instructions: Swelling, redness, firmness, itching and tenderness may be present for up to two weeks. Use of cool packs may be used as needed.� Sleep with your head elevated to reduce the amount of swelling. Sleep on your back for the first 48 hours after the procedure.� Do not massage or put pressure on the treated area, unless instructed by injector. Wait 4 hours to apply cosmetics, moisturizer or any lotions on the area. Avoid direct sunlight or extreme cold weather until initial swelling and/or redness has subsided. Do not do heavy aerobic exercise or do anything to raise your core body temperature or blood pressure for 24 hours. The results will be immediate, but its best effects are noted after swelling has resolved. Motrin or Advil, or Tylenol may be used as directed for any discomfort after injection. Cetirizine HCL 10 mg (Zyrtec) and Ranitidine 150 mg (Zantac) may be taken as directed to reduce swelling. Lumps, bumps or irregular, asymmetrical areas may be noted, especially once swelling has subsided. It is normal to feel these lumps and bumps; however, they should not be visible. Any severe swelling, itching, redness, increasing discomfort or discharge from treated area should be reported to your injector ASAP.� Periodic treatments will help maintain the desired level of correction. It can take up to TWO weeks for swelling and any bruising to subside. If additional filler is desired in an area of previous treatment, we require you to wait until the 2 weeks has passed. When Will I See Results? This also varies with the filler. Most fillers fill the skin, so they produce immediate � or close to immediate � results. A filler also can stimulate your body to produce collagen, but this takes time. Recent Posts
Sculptra
Sculptra When you think of anti-aging, the first thing that usually pops up is collagen. Collagen supplements, drinks and any other form is widely available for you to purchase. But, does that type of collagen actually produce the results that you are looking for? Collagen Supplements When you drink or take collagen as a pill form, it is in the chemical compound of a full collagen molecule. However, as that collagen molecule goes through the digestive tract and process of breaking down so your body can use it, its broken into tiny chemical compounds that no longer represent the original collagen molecule. Think of the alphabet, the letters ABC. When you take a collagen supplement, you are originally taking the full ABC. However, as your body breaks it down and digests, you are then getting As and Bs and Cs, all broken apart. Your body no longer recognizes those As, Bs and Cs and ABC, it recognizes them individually. Therefore, you are not getting collagen, you are only absorbing collagen parts, which does not produce the same results as collagen. Other Collagen Stimulating Modalities Microneedling is another great way to produce collagen in the skin. It is done on the skins surface, and working more on the epidermis and mildly on the dermis. This is a great way to improve texture and skin tone, and does help a bit with laxity. It also will help improve those fine lines and wrinkles. It is one of our favorite facial treatments at AIYANA as it has medical-grade results with minimal downtime. Medical-grade skin care products that create a reaction of the skins cells are another great way to produce collagen. When you are looking for the best collagen producing skincare, look no further than ALASTIN. With it’s triHEX technology and its ability to clear out old collagen and then produce new collagen AND elastin, ALASTIN is the best. iS CLINICAL also provides botanical copper tri-peptide growth factors for a more plant based way to produce collagen. Sculptra Sculptra has been on the market for many years and has made a huge name for itself. It is one of the ONLY injectable on the market that inducing natural collagen production. It was first brought to the market to help with AIDS patients and the structure of the face. Now, it is used mainstream for anyone looking to improve their overall collagen production. It is the best way to produce your own collagen and to get you aging in reverse. After our 20s, we start to lose collagen and no longer make it ourselves. Each year, we are losing more than we can make and it starts to show. With Sculptra, the collagen that is produced will last 3-5 years. However, depending on when you start Sculptra, you may need to do some catch up. But, after a few sessions over a year, you will be making more collagen than you lose and you will start to age backwards! Imagine that, an actual injectable that can achieve the impossible. Sculptra can. It is also the only injectable that you actually buy, because it is yours to keep once you have it. With tox and fillers, you are constantly having to get touch ups as it metabolizes and disappears over time. Ready to up your anti-aging game? Sculptra is it. Recent Posts
5 Ways to Anti-Age the Eyes
5 Ways to Anti-Age the Eyes There are certain areas on the face that cannot go undetected when it comes to aging. The area around the eyes is one of those. Puffiness, dark circles, fine lines and wrinkles, or “bags” as they are lovingly called, can age an individual by more than 10 years. Plus, looking tired and exhausted all the time is not a look we are going for. That is why we have compiled the 5 way to reduce these pesky “bags” and to say goodbye to them forever. Hydration Your skin is made up of 70-75% water. It’s no wonder that keeping yourself hydrated will only make your skin look better. Water is a perfect way to do this. Drinking at least 8 glasses, or more, will help keep your skin in so many ways. There are so many benefits and one of them is that your skin plumps when it is hydrated. That means that your fines lines and wrinkles will be less visible, your lips will be plumper and your eyes will be less sunken. Its a win-win all around. You don’t have to only think of water when it comes to hydration. All of the food you consume has water in it as well and all count towards your daily goal. If you can’t stomach water, try sparkling water, infused or flavored. All will work when you are trying to achieve hydration. Seasonal Allergies? If you think you are suffering from seasonal allergies, taking an anti-histamine can help with your puffy eyes. This can be due to the reaction you are having to the allergens which causes this type of symptom. You may also experience red, itchy and watery eyes. Taking Benadryl, Claritin or Zyrtec can help with this. It is a good idea to avoid potential allergens when possible. You may also be having a reaction to certain skincare products, soaps and makeup. Ensure this is no the case by keeping a diary to keep track of any symptoms you may be having that are associated with products. Eliminate any that cause issues. Wear Sunscreen Protecting your skin from the sun and other elements can dramatically reduce the amount of fine lines, wrinkles, sun spots and aging. This may also increase or worsen the dark circles and puffiness under the eyes. Wearing a sunscreen that is 30 SPF or higher and broad spectrum, where it protects against the suns rays as well as the lights on our devices is highly advised. You can also stay out of the sun by wearing a hat when you are outdoors and exposed, sitting in the shade, wearing protective clothing and avoiding tanning beds. Skincare We’ve said it before, and we will say it again. There is nothing more you can do for your skin than a skincare routine that is twice a day, using medical-grade products. Why does that matter? When you are using over-the-counter skincare products you are wasting money. They will only take your skin as far as they can, and it ain’t that far. The moment you start using medical-grade, you will notice changes in the first 2 weeks. Give it 2 months and you will love the skin you’re in. When it comes to under the eyes, dark circles are a hard to treat area. That is where skincare is a must. Using an eye cream specifically designed to target that area will bring about healthy skin and help alleviate the dark circles, plus help with the skin texture at the same time. Injections and other procedures Botox, filler, microneedling and Natural Growth Factor Injections are great options for under the eye treatment. Botox and filler will provide desired results and having lasting effects. Botox does wear off in 3-4 months, filler can last up to 2 years. Microneedling takes about 3 -6 treatments per year to obtain the desired refreshed look. The results are worth it. By adding Botox to the under eye area in a fashion called microtox, it will soften the fine lines and decrease the puffiness for a more desirable outcome. Filler will add volume back where it was lost and help camouflage the fat pad that sometimes starts to migrate downward as we age. It was also fill in the lines created by the ligaments that start to pull down as well. Microneedling creates injury to the tissue which then forces the cells to turnover and rejuvenate, creating a healing process that improves the skin texture and the puffiness under the eye, increasing collage production. Both are worthwhile treatments that can help in that pesky area. See client above. Botox was applied to her under eyes to help improve puffiness and fine lines/wrinkles. Natural Growth Factor Injections will help with the under eye area by adding back in your very own growth factors to increase collage production. Just imagine, your own body healing those pesky under eye “bags.” It is another great option when you are looking to help anti-age those eyes. Ready to look refreshed and treat those under eyes? Schedule a complementary consult today. Recent Posts
All Things AIYANA
All Things AIYANA At AIYANA, we are excited for the future. We are growing and expanding and adding in new services, procedures and skincare products/regiments to keep up with the demand of our clients, who are the best, by the way. We are here to serve you and we want to make sure we bring the best in the business. As a medispa, AIYANA aesthetics was founded on the belief that anti-aging treatments provide enhancement of our natural contours, not changing the face, but rather enhancing what is already there. We feel that bringing in non-invasive procedures is where we want to stay and we are always looking for the best on the market. Sculptra As we age, our bones in our face start to shrink. Our muscles start to thin and spread apart. Our fat pads, that used to almost be 1 fat pad that extended from our temple to our mid face, starts to spread apart. That is why we start noticing hallowing around the eyes, thinning of structure around our mouths, skin that starts to droop and sag around our lower face. All of this occurs, while our skin seems to get bigger. Its like a table with a large table cloth. We add filler to help fill that volume, but it can only take us so far without distorting the face and causing that moon-face shape. This is where Sculptra comes in. The collage treatment we’ve all been waiting for! Sculptra is an injectable sugar molecule that our bodies do not like. When it is injected, our body, over the next month, starts to attack it to get rid of in. During that process, our body produces collagen to help with this removal. As the collagen starts to build, we notice an improvement in our skin texture, tone and laxity. We may also have some volume improvement. This treatment is for everyone, as we are all losing collagen after our 20s. Collagen will last for 3-5 years, but with yearly Sculptra treatments, we can get you aging backwards and turn back the clock. The first Sculptra treatment is like planning the garden. Every treatment after that is where we water and nourish the garden. Kybella KYBELLA��is administered as a series of injections to the treatment area under the chin, destroying fat cells and producing gradual results. Everyone’s chin profile is different, we will come up with a customized approach just for you. The number of treatment sessions will vary based on the amount of fat under the chin and your treatment goals. Microneedling As a huge fan of this treatment, microneedling is a procedure that uses small needles to prick the surface of the skin. This process generates collagen in the skin tissue to help with wrinkles, fine lines, large pores and scarring. The end results include smoother, firmer and more toned skin. Adding in PRP, a serum or growth factor to the procedure so that you end results is amplified. Microneedling is best when done in a package of 3-6 treatments every 4-6 weeks. The results with that treatment plan will be the best and you will love the results. iS CLINICAL Prodigy Chemical Peels The�Prodigy Peel System P2�combines resorcinol, lactic acid, salicylic acid, and citric acid to target multiple skin concerns ranging from mild to moderate aging, mild acne and pigment irregularities. These acids are combined with a powerful �booster� which features an advanced form of salicylic acid, enhancing the benefits when compared to other peels. The unique formulation allows for a decreased chance of pigment irregularities and can it can therefore be used on all skin types, including darker skin tones. The�Prodigy Peel System P3�combines resorcinol, lactic acid, and salicylic acid together with a powerful booster that features an advanced form of salicylic acid, which provides a medium-depth chemical peel, which results in a brighter and more youthful complexion. This chemical peel works to target skin laxity, acne, hyperpigmentation, fine lines and wrinkles, and uneven skin texture. It can be used on all skin types but is better suited to Fitzpatrick types I, II and III. It is particularly beneficial to individuals with hyperpigmentation, aging, and blemish-prone skin. Dermal Fillers & Neurotoxins With so many types of filler on the market, it is no wonder it gets a little overwhelming. At AIYANA, we take our time with each of our patients to determine the best filler for their customized treatment. We carry a wide range of fillers, from Allergan, Galderma and VERSA. We have many options to pick from to decide what is best for you. When it comes to Neurotoxins, we love Botox and Dysport. They each have their own place and we are excited to have these offerings. We will discuss at your consult what is the best toxin for you and for you desired outcome. Not to worry, we will help you decide which one to use. Recent Posts