Brotox - Anti-Aging For Men

Despite seemingly tough exteriors, men, much like women, are concerned about aging and their appearances. Women have typically been held to much higher aging standards that men, but men are taking note, and wanting to slow down the aging process. Even men look in the mirror every morning and judge themselves by how they look. It is a natural reaction, and thankfully, Brotox can be an answer.

In 2014, more than 400,000 men received Brotox (botox injections for men) in America, and that number has increased significantly since. Whether it is pressure to ‘get the job’ and appear to fit in, Brotox is piercing the industry and increasing sales for Botox, Dysport, and Xeomin alike.

Men, especially Baby-Boomers, are focused on their health and fitness, and want their facial features to match their overall physical fitness. They too want to improve self-esteem and their overall quality of life.

Despite the catchy name, Brotox is the same procedure as Botox injections used to smooth away fine lines and wrinkles. During the procedure, which will last anywhere from 15-30 minutes, injections will be administered to the areas in which the patient wants to relax.

Results may take several days to set in, and will last anywhere from 3-6 months. While the procedure is quick, there might by slight discomfort in the injection sites. The patient can go back to work the same day, but it is important that the patient refrains from laying down for 4-5 hours after the injections, and does not exercise the same day that the injections are administered.

If you’re worried about appearing vain, don’t. Fear should not guide your ultimate decision, and you will join the tens of thousands of men already taking steps to improve their appearance, and ultimately feel good about themselves.

Call 720-236-7541 or contact me to schedule your complimentary appointment today!

Xtreme Lashes

Xtreme Lashes Semi-Permanent Lash Extensions offered here at Radiant Skin RN are your answer to thicker, longer, fuller, more curled, defined, and beautiful lashes.

Xtreme Lashes are single strands of synthetic lashes applied to each individual natural lash. They mimic the natural lash as the design features a tapered tip and a thicker base, adding elegance and fullness.

Xtreme Lashes was developed by Jo Mousselli, a former Pediatric ICU Nurse and Kindergarten teacher, who’s expertise and experience helped develop and shape safe and hygienic processes. Mousselli opted to choose a synthetic polyester to make Xtreme Lashes, as the material handles wear and tear better than others, and is most compatible with the human skin and cosmetics. Synthetic polyester is least likely to cause allergic reactions.

When applied properly, Xtreme Lashes look and feel completely real, and can be customized for each individual. There are three thicknesses and four curls to choose from, and the lashes will not crimp. The weight of the synthetic lashes are no heavier than the human lash, and when keeping up with applications, will be indistinguishable from your real lashes. Xtreme Lashes will not cause lashes to break or to fall out ahead of their natural cycle.

A variety of looks can be achieved by highlighting and layering, and can save a good deal of time in your daily beauty routine, as there is no need to apply mascara once the lashes have been applied.

The natural cycle of an eyelash falling out and growing back in is anywhere from 60-90 days. When a natural lash falls out, a new one has already begun to grow back without any visual difference. While some of the Xtreme Lashes may fall out sooner than later depending on the natural cycle of each individual lash, most stay in on an average of two months. Touch ups will be needed every 2-4 weeks to maintain lashes that will shed sooner than others.

Plan for 120-150 minutes for your first application, and 45-60 minutes for touch-up appointments.

Interested in Xtreme Lashes? Call to schedule your free consultation today at 720.236.7541 or jump on over to my scheduling software.

The Best Antioxidants For Your Skin - Part 2

Continuing to highlight the best antioxidants for your face, it’s important to reiterate their benefits, and why antioxidants should be a daily part of your routine.

Your skin is your largest breathing organ, and taking care of it is vital. Antioxidants protect against free radicals, which damage the skin, increase stress, and expedite the aging process. Four out of five of our wrinkles come from environmental damage, and antioxidants can radically reduce those effects.

Let’s take a look at additional antioxidants to consider in your skin care routine.

VITAMIN E

Known as the skin vitamin, Vitamin E is a nutrient that is known for strengthening the skin’s immunity and maintaining its health. Vitamin E helps the body eliminate free radicals, nourish and protect the skin, and heal burns, scars, and wounds.

While Vitamin E may seem like an individual antioxidant, that is not quite true. Vitamin E encompasses several fat soluble vitamins known as Tocopherols, and is found naturally in many carrier oils such as Apricot Kernel, Flaxseed, Canola, Palm, Poppyseed, Olive and Soy.

In addition to being an antioxidant, Vitamin E is also a known anti-inflammatory. Some studies show this antioxidant in helping relieve itching, redness, and irritation in skin conditions, as well as stabilizing Vitamin C, which lends to additional antioxidant and anti-inflammatory support.

RESVERATROL

Resveratrol is a powerful antioxidant found in the skin of red grapes, and is also sourced in peanuts, pomegranates and berries. Resveratrol helps brighten, smooth, and soothe the skin by protecting it from UVB damage that causes hyperpigmentation, photodamage, and collagen degradation. Its potency neutralizes free radical damage and promotes healthy collagen production. Additionally, resveratrol helps diminish wrinkles and increase firmness similarly to how the regeneration process works that allows vines to live for such a long time.

In this study, resveratrol worked as an excellent sunscreen when applied topically to the skin of mice, who were exposed to ultraviolet radiation.

GREEN TEA

Green tea is a superstar ingredient with known Eastern origin that has been making its rightful way into the world of skincare. It fights DNA repair through its powerful antioxidant, EGCG, which combats the signs of aging. Green tea is an anti-inflammatory that reduces redness and irritation, and is also an anti-bacterial agent that helps to unclog pores and treat acne.

This antioxidant also treats dark circles and puffy eyes as it contains caffeine and tannins, which help to shrink blood vessels and promote healthy circulation. Lastly, Green Tea contains Vitamin E and B2, which are essential for healthy skin maintenance.

Ready to chat about boosting your skin care routine? Call 720.236.7541, or email Heather@RadiantSkinRN.com!

The Best Antioxidants For Your Skin - Part One

As we have previously mentioned, antioxidants help protect the skin from free radicals – unstable and highly reactive molecules that cause damage to the cells by stealing electrons from other sources. Free radicals come from both external and internal sources. In the body, they exist in normal essential metabolic functions, and externally from the ozone, pollution, industrial chemicals used in food and in cleaning, and in X-rays, to name a few. This damage can affect DNA, protein, the matrix, and the outer barrier of our skin. Four out of five of our wrinkles come from environmental damage, so it is imperative that we have the protection of antioxidants in our skincare to help fight the aging process. You are never too young to start introducing antioxidants into your skincare routine.

So what are the best antioxidants for our skin? There are several to take into consideration.

VITAMIN C

Also known as ascorbic acid, this potent antioxidant is a favorite in the skin care/dermatological industry. Not only does vitamin C help to lighten dark spots and even and brighten skin tone, it fights free radicals by binding them and removing them from the skin. Vitamin C is known to stimulate collagen production (think reducing fine lines!), protects against UV damage, and helps to thicken the dermis layer.

VITAMIN A

This antioxidant encourages healthy skin cell turnover, and can often be found in topical creams such as retinal, retinol, and retinoic acid, all in a variety of strengths. Vitamin A targets and stimulates fibroblasts, which are cells responsible for developing the tissue that keeps skin healthy and firm (youthful!). Vitamin A helps strengthen and protect the barrier of the skin, keeping it healthy and strong for fighting against pollutants and irritants, as well as bacteria and infections.

When using Vitamin A topically, it is best to start off two times a week in the evenings, and add days once your skin has adjusted. During the day, adding a mineral-based sunscreen is imperative at protecting the new skin cells that vitamin A has helped bring to the surface.

VITAMIN B3

Vitamin B3, also known as Niacinamide, packs quite a punch when it comes to antioxidants and offers many benefits. Niacinamide offers immunity support as it helps to build keratin, which keeps skin firm and healthy, and helps to grow the skins lipid barrier, which helps to maintain moisture. Vitamin B3 is also known to regulate oil production, treat acne – especially inflammatory kinds — and diminish fine lines and wrinkles by treating sun damage. Vitamin B3 helps to minimize the appearance of pores, as well as treat redness, hyperpigmentation, and blotchiness.

Niacinamide can be used daily, both mornings and evenings, and can be easily layered with other serums, but always added before moisturizer.

As mentioned in the benefits of Vitamin A, it is always wise to add a mineral SPF to your daily routine to protect your skin to prevent further damage, and to protect new skin cells.

Call to schedule a skincare consultation at 720.236.7541 , and let’s discuss the best antioxidants to add to your routine!

6 Reasons Antioxidants Should Be In Your Skincare Routine

Antioxidants have been quite the buzzword in the beauty industry, but what exactly are antioxidants? Simply put, antioxidants fight against free radicals and help protect the skin from cellular damage. They are the skins defense mechanism.

Free radicals are everywhere and cause damage, which isn’t typically seen right away, but does considerable damage nonetheless. Free radicals are unstable molecules that can damage cells because they are missing electrons. The unstable molecules are constantly trying to bond to atoms or molecules that have these electrons to feel whole again, which causes oxidative stress, or chemical chain reactions inside the body. Oxidative stress is a term used to describe the imbalance of antioxidants and free radicals in the body, and antioxidants help to stabilize free radicals, keeping them from reacting with other molecules.

In skincare, antioxidants play a vital role, and here are the reasons they should be in your skincare routine…

1. Antioxidants aide in correcting signs of aging.

Antioxidants reduce inflammation caused by free radicals, which allows the skin to repair visible damage. Inflammation can be seen as blotchiness, saggy skin, fine lines, wrinkles and acne.

2. Antioxidants brighten and even skin tone.

Free radicals can cause changes in our skins natural melanin production, which in turn leads to dark spots and uneven skin tone. Antioxidants reduce photodamage, or abnormal skin pigmentation such as hyperpigmentation and melasma.

3. Antioxidants can help boost collagen production.

Not all antioxidants help boost collagen production, but antioxidants like vitamin C are known for both protecting the skin and creating more collagen in the body. It is important to note that the body cannot produce vitamin C on its own, so it is important to add it to your skincare routine. Many skincare lines have topical vitamin C options both alone and mixed in serums and moisturizers, but it is also important to add it to your diet through leafy green vegetables and citrus fruits.

4. Antioxidants may fight against certain forms of cancer.

Some antioxidants are anti-carcinogenic, such as vitamins A, C, and E. There have been studies done that suggest antioxidants may slow and/or prevent the development of cancer.

5. Antioxidants can firm skin.

Antioxidants help in reversing the signs of aging and improving skin health. Certain antioxidants like Coenzyme Q-10 are known for their skin firming abilities, and are great for use in products meant to lift and tone the skin.

6. Antioxidants can help improve scar appearance.

Scar tissue is more rigid than normal, healthy tissue. Certain antioxidants, such as those found in aloe, increase blood circulation to the scar area. This in turn makes the scar tissue visibly blend in with normal tissue, reducing its appearance. This study suggests that appropriate doses of vitamin E - not pure vitamin E - can also improve scar appearance by softening the tissue.

It’s no doubt that antioxidants play a vital role in the overall health of our skin. It is important to add products packed with a variety of antioxidants to your morning and evening routine to keep your skin in its best shape and appearance.

Have questions, or would like to explore products that best address your skincare concerns? Call Heather at 720.236.7541 to schedule a free consultation.