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The Psychological Benefits of Skin Care

   Skin Care  Oct 06, 2022  Comments Off on The Psychological Benefits of Skin Care
The Psychological Benefits of Skin Care

There have been numerous articles written on the benefits of a good skincare routine. Most of these focus on the benefits of having a perfectly hydrated dermis, or what the benefits are for the rest of your day for having a morning routine. Much of the information that’s published is focused on individual products.

There has also been quite a bit of industry-funded research that attempts to show, scientifically, that those individual skin care products do in fact work. Much of this is just overhyped paid advertising spots disguised as academic insight. There is an interesting way to think about skincare from psychology though.

One line of thinking focuses on the psychology of a skincare routine as part of the identity of a person. Like any other ritual a person might be involved in, a skincare routine has benefits far above and beyond those that are tangible, like reduced depth and frequency of wrinkles. Instead, intangible benefits include the warm and fuzzy feeling a person gets from feeling their best. There is something to be said about the benefits something gives us in the form of self-image and confidence.

In this context, a skincare routine has value and benefits by virtue of its very existence. Ancient Greek philosophers argued that those things providing us happiness are also those things worthy of pursuit. If those things that bring us happiness in this sense are good things worthy of pursuit, a skincare routine is easy to validate and justify, morally speaking. At least from the perspective of Greek philosophy.

But the broader message here isn’t that an appointment with Laura Skin Care will have psychological or philosophical value above and beyond the personal care and attention (of course they do), but that as people we all can find value in things that make us feel better about ourselves. From this perspective, a skincare routine has an obvious and clear psychological benefit: it provides a level of confidence we wouldn’t have otherwise.

Ultimately this is just a long-winded way to say that it’s important for us all to take some time for self-care. We like to look at our work as helping people take time for self-care. Donate to your psychological well-being today and schedule a visit with Laura Skin Care at 707-295-8905.

What is Microdermabrasion?

   Microdermabrasion  Sep 09, 2022  Comments Off on What is Microdermabrasion?
What is Microdermabrasion?

Microdermabrasion is a popular skin treatment has been around for many years and has been a popular service offered by many salons across the United States.

But what exactly is microdermabrasion? How does it work?

In a simplistic sense, microdermabrasion is the process of sanding your skin. A tool is used to blast the surface of the skin with tiny sand particles, removing the thicker and uneven outer layer of skin.
Microdermabrasion is used in a variety of applications. Some of the more popular uses include:

  • Lessening the appearance of stretch marks
  • Removing and/or reducing the appearance of age spots
  • Improve hyperpigmentation spots
  • Reduce fine lines and smooth wrinkles
  • Eliminate or reduce the number of large pores
  • As an acne treatment, or appearance of acne

There are a lot of different reasons to use microdermabrasion, but the overall idea is to remove the outer layer of skin by blasting it away with sand. It’s a procedure generally used to handle unwanted discoloration or roughness in the skin.

A typical set of treatments involves a couple of treatments in the first month, followed by a monthly touch-up appointment for the short term. Eventually, appointments become unnecessary. Treatments cost a little more than $150 per appointment, on average.

There are several noted health benefits to microdermabrasion. The procedure has the added benefit of also adding vitality to your complexion by helping to thicken collagen. It is a relatively inexpensive and low-risk procedure with great results and high success rates (American Society of Plastic Surgeons, 2022).

The process of skin abrasion, or procedures like microdermabrasion, dates back in recorded human history to the ancient Egyptians, who used sandpaper to remove skin imperfections in 1,500 B.C. Some other innovations over the years lead to interesting tools people have used for this purpose. A German wheel and rasp device looked more like a torture device than medical treatment. The wire brush version became popular in the 1950s, and a mechanical version took off in popularity.

Over the years technology would improve enough to the point where it’s become one of the most popular skin care treatments in the United States (Mackenzie 2018). The modern process of microdermabrasion is painless and the associated risks are minimal. Replenish and rejuvenate with a microdermabrasion appointment from Laura Skin Care in Petaluma, CA. Call us at 707-295 8905 to schedule your appointment.

Brief History of Human Waxing

   Waxing  Aug 08, 2022  Comments Off on Brief History of Human Waxing
Brief History of Human Waxing

One of the most common spa treatments is the removal of unwanted hair. Whether it’s through waxing, laser treatments, plucking, or something else, hair removal is a common treatment that spas everywhere offer every day. How long have people been doing this? We were curious so we spent a little time reading up and wrote a brief history of the practice of waxing to remove unwanted body hair.

The earliest known records of the practice can be found in ancient Egypt, where women would pumice skin to remove unwanted hair. A sticky substance, made primarily of honey, would be applied to the skin to bond to hairs. Later, Greeks and Romans also found body hair to be unattractive. They used creams and tweezers as the primary removal methods. Throughout the classical and middle ages paintings and drawings depict women removing hair, as well as being hairless – suggesting the practice never went out of vogue at any identifiable period.

The invention of a proper tool and method took quite some time, however. It wasn’t until the 1920s that Gillette finally introduced the first women’s razer. Women were encouraged to clean up their “objectionable” hair, and a nationwide anti-underarm hair campaign unfolded. Culture would largely dictate the trends of the following decades, particularly popular culture in America. During the 1940s a nylon shortage impacted the country, due to World War II. Women were thus encouraged to shave their legs and forego the leggings.

The 1960s saw the introduction of the bikini. This led to a cultural movement for women to remove body hair up to (and often including) the bikini line. Cultural preferences would come and go, and trends would change over time. Ultimately we would end up in a place where individual preferences largely drive your choice on the matter.

Right now our culture has come to be one where body hair removal is accepted, and in many circles encouraged. There are a variety of ways to go about it, and Laura’s Skin Care offers a variety of services depending on what you need done. We use Cirepil’s low-temperature waxing, ensuring the most comfortable waxing experience possible. This method is often 20-30 degrees cooler than comparable waxing services, leading to an overall more enjoyable experience.

Curious if waxing is the right solution for you? Call or scheduling an appointment with Laura Skincare in Petaluma today and ask. Our skincare professionals offer great advice based on years of hands on experience.