Cosmeceutical Cleansing Skincare cleansers have evolved significantly from just serving as a cleaning agent to remove makeup, dirt and oil. This evolution came about with the access of product companies to a broad range of available active skincare ingredients in the marketplace along with heightened consumer expectations. Today's skincare cleansers are formulated to offer [...]
Superficial peels are a type of cosmetic procedure that can help to improve the appearance of your skin. Superficial peels work by removing the top layer of dead skin cells. This can help to reveal brighter, smoother skin. It can also help to reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles. But did you [...]
The sun's ultraviolet (UV) rays are a major cause of skin damage, including premature aging, wrinkles, age spots, and even skin cancer. That's why it's so important to use skincare products that protect your skin from the sun's harmful rays. Here are 10 reasons why you should use skincare that helps to prevent the [...]
Why a Skin Analysis with a Professional is the Best Way to Get to Know Your Skin! Your skin is your largest organ, and it's important to take care of it. But how do you know what your skin needs? That's where a skin analysis comes in. A skin analysis is a comprehensive assessment [...]
The festive season often brings with it a feeling of overwhelm which can lead to visibly stressed skin. Combine that with a colder, dry winter air and your complexion can quickly decline into a dull dehydrated appearance or a compromised flakey one. So don't neglect yourself or your skin this year. With just a [...]
There are many reasons to love fall—the cooler temperatures, crunchy autumn leaves, and knowing that chemical peel season is soon approaching. As the temperature cools, there’s less moisture in the air, and your skin tends to be drier, making it ideal for a peel from the award-winning Institut’ DERMed® Spa in Atlanta, Georgia. Skin [...]
The right skin care treatments can help your skin make a radical comeback from the effects of too many UVA/UVB light rays. Years of sun exposure can result in hyperpigmentation, patchy skin color or a blotchy complexion. To treat pigmentation problems due to sun exposure a professional peel such as the Institut' DERMed Micro Lifting [...]
“NanoFacial” is a term we have been hearing a lot recently, usually in reference to a treatment modality that utilizes a hand held wand (or pen) oscillating at a calibrated speed to act as an infusion catalyst for skincare ingredients. The purpose of the treatment is to increase efficacy of the products applied during treatment. [...]
The aging process begins when we enter the world and the effects of aging are evident in our bodies throughout our lives. Aging of the skin is mainly due to solar exposure and loss of hormones. Depending on your age, skin type, genetic makeup, and sun exposure you may have begun to see the effects [...]
Strengthening your skin’s ability to retain moisture is the key to youthful looking skin. Understanding your skin's natural moisture level is understanding that it can fluctuate depending on your skin type and the kind of environmental exposures your skin is exposed to. The lipid layer of your skin is designed to keep moisture in and [...]
