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Tuesday, March 16, 2010
Interesting Facts about Eyebrows!How much hair an eyebrow has depends on whose eyebrow you are looking at - Angelina Jolie or yours?
The average person has approximately 250 hairs per eyebrow. An un-groomed eyebrow can contain as many as 550 hair
follicles, which would mean 1100 total hairs!
Take a good look at your own brows and this is what you could find:
The direction of eyebrow hair changes dramatically in different parts of the brow. In the region of the eyebrow
nearest the nose, the hair points upward. The hair across the top of the eyebrow points outward and downward.
The hair in the lower part of the brow grows outward and upward.
The second distinctive characteristic of eyebrow
hair is that the hairs emerge from the follicle at a very acute angle so that the hair grows flat to the skin's surface.
This is in contrast to scalp hair where the angle between the hair and scalp can be 45 degrees.
The third important
feature of the eyebrows is that the hairs grow as individual strands, rather than in the 1- to 4-hair follicular unit grouping
that are characteristic of scalp hair.
The fourth distinctive element of eyebrow hair is that the hair growth cycle
is very short. This means that eyebrow hair will grow only for about 4 months before it enters the resting phase and
falls out. In contrast, scalp hair has a growth phase that can last 3 to 7 years, enabling the scalp hair to grow much
longer. Each time eyebrows are plucked/waxed/threaded follicular damage is being done to the brows hair follicle, therefore
at some point brows will cease to grow. Brows aren't as resilient as the hair on other parts of our bodies.
Are eyebrows useful? Imagine a frown without an eyebrow...or an expression of surprise or a question. A little
twist in the little arch says it all.
The eyebrows help in keeping your eyes protected from sweat and rain.
On record: February 1, 2008. Tokyo. The current record for "longest eyebrow hair" is 15.1
cm (5.94 in) when measured at Guiness World Records Museum, Tokyo, Japan on January 22, 2008.
There is a parlor
in the US that specializes in eyebrow art. The parlor has a six month waiting list and costs (hold your breath) $2,000!!
Courtesy of RevitaBrow / RevitaLash
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Monday, March 15, 2010
Vitamin DVitamin D is synthesized in the body
from sunlight. But, due to the winter season, weather conditions and sunscreen blockers, the body’s
ability to produce optimal Vitamin D levels may be inhibited. In fact, it has been proposed that annual
fluctuations in Vitamin D levels explain the seasonality of influenza. All of these factors point to the
value of taking a daily Vitamin D supplement to ensure optimal Vitamin D intake.
Vitamin D has long provided significant
support for healthy bone density. However, scientists have also validated the critical role that Vitamin
D plays in regulating healthy cell division and differentiation, and its profound effects on human immunity. These
findings link a deficiency of Vitamin D to a host of common age-related problems. The current recommended
daily allowance (RDA) is only 400 IU, a serum reference level of around 25 ng/ml. As a result of startling
evidence of a widespread Vitamin D deficiency, prominent nutritional scientists are calling on Americans to increase their
Vitamin D intake to 1,000 IU per day or higher. Research has shown maintaining a serum Vitamin D level
of 50 ng/ml provides the following disease incidence prevention:
All forms of cancer by 35% Breast cancer reduced by 83% Ovarian cancer reduced by 17% Colon cancer reduced by 60% Kidney cancer reduced by 49% Endometrial cancer reduced by 37% Non Hodgkins Lymphoma reduced by 18% Type 1 Diabetes reduced by up to 60% Fractures reduced by up to 50% Multiple sclerosis reduced by 54% Heart attack in men reduced by 30% Caution: Individuals consuming more than 5,000 IU/day of Vitamin D (from diet and supplements)
should periodically obtain a serum 25-hydroxy Vitamin D measurement. Toxicity is very unlikely in healthy
individuals at a dose of less than 10,000 IU. Vitamin D supplementation is not recommended for individuals
with hypercalcemia (high blood calcium levels). People with kidney disease, certain medical conditions
(such as hyperparathyroidism or sarcoidosis), and those who use cardiac glycosides (digoxin) or thiazide diuretics should
consult a physician before using supplemental Vitamin D.
Center for Laser & Electrolysis Hair Removal FAQWhat is laser hair
removal?
Laser hair removal is a faster and gentler way to remove unwanted hair with long lasting results. It applies precisely
controlled pulses of energy, reaching deep into hair follicles that lie beneath the skin. The energy heats the hair to the
bottom of the root, destroying it without damaging surrounding tissue or skin.
Is the laser hair removal treatment painful?
Our state of the art
laser is equipped with a high-tech chilling system, which cools the dermis and neutralizes discomfort. At
times, clients may experience a "hot pinch" sensation that only lasts for a fraction of a second.
Are there any side effects from
laser hair removal?
Most people experience no side effects at all, though some reddening of the skin may occur. After treatment,
you can return to your regular daily activities immediately. Please keep the treated skin protected from direct sun exposure
for a short period of time after treatment.
How long does it take before I see results after my hair removal treatment?
You will be able to
see some results immediately. It takes 2-3 weeks for all the hairs in the treated area to fall out followed
by several weeks of no hair growth. You will see immediate results while moving towards your long-term
goal.
How many laser hair removal treatments will I need?
The number of treatments required for long-term benefits, depend
on three factors; the area being treated, your hair density, and the hair's growth cycle. Every hair follows three phases
of hair growth: Anagen (active), Catagen (regression) and Telogen (resting).
Laser technology is designed to treat
hair in the Anagen phase of growth. Additional factors, including age, ethnicity, weight, hormones, diet,
medication and metabolism, influence hair growth and play a role in the location, thickness and resilience of your hair. Although
each client is unique, an average of 5 treatments with the Lumenis LightSheer Diode
Laser, paced about 6 weeks apart is necessary for permanent results.
What should I do before and after treatment?
Please shave the area
to be treated a day before the laser hair removal treatment. The less hair on the skin during treatment will make the treatment
more comfortable. Avoid the sun 2 to 3 weeks before and after treatment until your technician allows it. You must not pluck
or wax for 3 weeks prior to your treatment. It is OK to resume shaving of the hair in the treated area 3-4 days after treatment.
You should not have waxing or plucking done after receiving our laser hair removal treatment,
because these procedures will temporarily remove pigmented hairs from the hair roots and reduce the effectiveness of your
next laser treatment. Sometimes after plucking or waxing, the hair becomes thicker and darker--as one of the ways the body
defends itself from chronic irritation is to produce thicker, darker hairs.
Shaving is the best temporary way
to remove unwanted hair before and between laser hair removal treatments. Shaving leaves the hair shafts in the hair follicles
so they can be good targets during the next laser treatment, optimizing your results.
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Top 5 Reasons you should be using Retinol1. Retinol helps fix deep wrinkles and damage that traditional moisturizers and creams cannot
improve.
2. It has been shown to reduce the risk of cancer by neutralizing free radicals.
3. Complexion and pigmentation will improve on retinol.
4. Improves
age spots, acne scars, rosacea and dermatitis.
5. Retinol repairs and improves the overall health of your
skin.
Monday, January 18, 2010
Hair Growth CyclesCycles of hair growth play a major role in
your hair removal treatment regimen. Excessive hair growth can be caused by a variety of things, heredity, stress, medication,
and hormonal changes. For women puberty, pregnancy and menopause play important parts in determining hair growth. Many researchers
say that there can be as many as 2500 hair follicles per square inch but less than 100 hairs will be showing at any given
time. For these reasons, during treatment, it is extremely difficult for anyone to predict, not even your doctor, the exact
length of time before there is no more growth in the treatment area.
Anagen (Figure 1): This is the "perfect" stage for treatment. The hair is grown and
it is visible above the skin and can be treated. There is plenty of water and salt available in the root area for either thermolysis,
or galvanic electrolysis. The hair shaft is attached to the papilla, thus enabling the laser to attack the melanin in the
shaft and disable the papilla. This period for facial and body hair can be as long as two to three weeks.
Catagen (Figure 2): the "perfect" stage for treatment has passed. The growth process
has reversed itself and the hair is getting ready to shed (this is not the same shedding process as post-laser treatment).
The moisture, water and salt have begun to dry up. Follicle destruction by thermolysis, or galvanic electrolysis is almost
impossible (hairs can be destroyed in early catagen if the needle is inserted into the follicle to the depth of the root).
It is still possible to treat with laser since a follicle treated in the Catagen stage will still produce another hair. This
stage is remarkably variable and can be as little as two days.
Telogen (Figure 3): This is the final stage, the "resting"
stage. The hair is neither developing nor growing. It can not be treated during this stage, as it usually is not visible above
the skin. For laser treatment the hair shaft is fully detached from the papilla, thus not allowing the laser to attack the
melanin in the shaft and disable the papilla. This unpredictable phase can be as short as a few days or as long as a few years.
To review, there are three stages of hair growth – Anagen, Catagen and Telogen.
The "perfect" time for hair to be permanently destroyed is when it is in the Anagen or growing stage. It can take
6 to 12 weeks for a hair to grow from the matrix, or papilla, to the surface of the skin. Therefore, if you tweeze a hair
today, it is generally impossible for you to see the exact same hair in a week. These cycles can vary somewhat from individual
to individual, and render individual patterns that are vastly different.
"Your commitment"
to either electrolysis or laser hair removal is very important! Hair can grow approximately ½ inch per month, but the
hair on a woman's lip may reach only ¼ inch above the skin. This means the hair would be visible above the skin, in
the Anagen stage, approximately 2 weeks. If electrolysis appointments are missed, permanent hair removal can not be achieved
as quickly since some of the hair will have begun to reach the shedding stage before treatment and therefore complete destruction
of the papilla can not be achieved. Laser treatments are scheduled for 6 – 8 weeks apart to coincide with the Anagen
cycle.Please keep in mind that your electrologist/laser technician is a dedicated professional
who is eager to help you achieve your goal of permanent hair removal.
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Cosmetic and Implant Dentistry“I’m surprised
in this day and age so many people suffer with old fashioned dental fears and old fashioned teeth!
Things have really changed in dentistry. Do you want
to know more? lynda@drsohl.com “
Wednesday, January 6, 2010
3D Consultation!Dr.
Robert Cooper was one of the first plastic surgeons to offer patients Canfield Imaging’s new Vectra Sculptor 3D Simulation
Software. This highly sophisticated three-dimensional photo simulation allows prospective patients to view
a 3-dimensional image of their face and breasts, and view Dr. Cooper’s surgical proposal. Patients
can view simulations of facial procedures such as facelift, necklift, chin augmentation, nose reshaping and laser resurfacing.
Breast augmentation patients are able to obtain precise measurements and compare implants by brand and size.
So far the results
have been tremendous. “The consultation simulations and post-op photos are remarkably accurate,”
notes Dr. Cooper. 3D simulation is offered as part of Dr. Cooper’s complimentary consultation, and
patients leave feeling more educated, better informed, and have more realistic expectations. Future releases from Canfield include eye surgery and body sculptor
software.
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