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Crepey Skin Fixes

Laura Pagliaroni Skin Care Feb 19, 2023 Comments Off

Yet another sign of aging is the appearance of crepey skin. A different look from that of good old-fashioned wrinkles, crepey skin takes on a thin, crinkled, crepe papery texture and appearance.

Read on to find out what causes crepey skin and how to tame it.

What Causes Crepey Skin

Crepey skin, much like wrinkles, is caused by a variety of things:

UV Sun Damage
Environmental Toxins / Smoking
Genetics
Age
Dry Skin
Lack of Sleep
Poor Diet
Extreme Weight Gain/Loss
Stress/High Cortisol Levels
Medications
Alcohol

The biggest reason for crepey skin is UV damage from the sun or UV radiation from tanning beds.

Harmful UV rays damage the skin by breaking down elastin, which along with collagen, are the proteins that build underlying connective tissue and keep skin firm.

While natural aging, genetics and all the other causes listed certainly contribute to the onset of crepey skin, UV sun damage over time is the primary cause.

Prime Areas for Crepey Skin

The first areas of the body where crepey skin is notorious for showing up is on the underside of the arms (along with sagging skin commonly referred to as “bat wings”) and legs.

Other prime target areas crepey skin appears is on the neck, face, and backs of hands.

The more skin is exposed to UV rays, the higher the risk for developing crepey skin.

Fighting Back Against Crepey Skin

Because crepey skin is the result of elastin and collagen loss, it needs consistent treatment to improve skin texture and appearance.

Without fillers or surgical intervention, here are some things you can do to fight back against crepey skin.

Sunscreen

You’ve heard it a million times, but sunscreen is one of the most important weapons you can use to combat crepey skin.

Choose a sunscreen with an SPF of 30 or more. Apply frequently and generously on sunny and cloudy days.

Hydrate

Dry skin is basically an invitation for fine lines, wrinkles and crepey skin to form on your skin.

It’s important to keep skin clean as well as moisturized and hydrated.

Use a rich moisturizing sunscreen before heading outdoors for the day.

At night, reach for a retinol-based product to stimulate collagen production and skin cell turnover. To avoid flakiness, follow up by applying hyaluronic acid which locks in moisture to keep skin plump and hydrated.

Nutrition

Eating a healthy, well-balanced diet is always the goal but not always the reality.

Supplement your diet with skin friendly vitamins A, C, D and E, along with Omega-3 fatty acids (fish oil).

Sleep

Getting enough sleep each night not only keeps you alert and functioning at your best each day, but the extra z’s help keep crepey skin and wrinkles away as skin regenerates each night.

Exercise

Getting enough exercise is not only good for your heart and overall health, but it also reduces stress and yes, helps improve the appearance of skin.

Increased blood flow and circulation gives you a healthier glow.

Wrap Up

Crepey skin may be an inevitable sign of what’s to come in the golden years, but until then, there are ways you can keep your skin looking firm and smooth.

For a consultation with professional estheticians who can help make a noticeable difference in the appearance of your skin, call Laura Skincare in Petaluma today.

Valentine’s 2023 TLC For Your Skin

Laura Pagliaroni Facial Feb 07, 2023 Comments Off

With Valentine’s Day coming up soon, there’s no better time to show your skin some love.

Here are some great ways to pamper your skin and begin the journey towards a more vibrant looking you this month.

Deep Cleansing & Exfoliating Facials

Facials are a luxurious treatment for your skin and overall well-being.

There’s no better way to pamper yourself while at the same time deep cleaning and exfoliating your skin.

The beauty of facials is that they can be customized to address any skin issues you feel needs attention. Whether you want to refresh a dull complexion, minimize the appearance of fine lines, or treat an acne flare-up, facials are the answer.

Because facials also include a variety of different massages, you’ll be ready to face the world with a clean, fresh, and relaxed look.

Facial Peels

Start this month out right by beginning a series of facial peels to improve skin texture, ramp up cell turnover and collagen production, plus give you all-around healthy, glowing skin.

Skin peels address common problematic skin conditions such as adult acne, rosacea, pigmentation issues and dehydrated or wrinkled skin.

Performed with your special skin concerns in mind, the products and treatments work together to give you the specialty care needed to improve overall appearance and skin condition.

Waxing

Once your skin is looking refreshed, eyebrow waxing/shaping puts your best face forward in well-manicured style.

And while skincare regimes seem to focus heavily on the face, don’t forget about the rest of your skin.

It all starts with a clean slate. Professional waxing eliminates the need to worry about finding time to remove unwanted hair from all over the body.

While waxing is certainly popular and effective for removing hair from different areas of the face, removing hair from legs, underarms and the often-neglected back area is a timesaving treat.

Using a high-quality wax which pulls out unwanted hair rather than painfully tugging on the skin, professional wax treatments are less about pain and more about feeling extremely confident.

An experienced esthetician delivers smooth, professional results without experiencing skin irritation or ingrown hairs.

Wrap Up

To look its best, all of your skin deserves deep cleansing, exfoliation, and moisturizing. There’s no better time than now to show your skin some TLC this Valentine’s Day.

For smoother, healthier, and rejuvenated skin, schedule an appointment with Laura Skincare in Petaluma.

The Benefits of Massaging Skin

Laura Pagliaroni Skin Care Jan 21, 2023 Comments Off

There’s nothing more relaxing than a facial massage. But did you know that there are more benefits to performing even minimal face massage than simply feeling good?

Here are some of the benefits of massaging your skin.

Stress Buster

Stress puts a strain on your entire body from your immune system to your skin. A lot of times, stress shows up on the skin, resulting in fine lines, wrinkles and those annoying “eleven” lines between the eyebrows.

A simple facial massage performed each morning and night while cleaning your skin can make a world of difference. This eases tension in the face muscles and tissues, relaxing you and reducing the amount of the body’s natural stress response hormone, cortisol. Massage signals the brain to release endorphins, which work to calm cortisol levels.

You’ll notice a difference in the appearance of dark spots, circles under the eyes, enlarged pores and fine lines.

Boosts Skin Regeneration

When cortisol levels are reduced and you’re relaxed, the body can go to work to regenerate the skin.

With an increased ability to regenerate skin at night while at rest, the better your skin bounces back from scarring, dullness, sagging and wrinkles.

Circulation Booster

Massage stimulates blood vessels and helps expel fluid retained in the lymphatic system.

When blood flow and circulation improves, veins and capillaries under the skin receive more blood, ramping up their ability to remove toxins.

These toxins are flushed out and eventually make their way to the kidneys, where they are eliminated.

Drinking more water along with your massage makes this flushing process even more effective.

Helps Lymphatic Drainage

Massage helps reduce toxin buildup in the skin. As the toxins flush away, you’ll notice an improvement in your skin tone and texture.

Effective lymphatic drainage achieved through massage also helps reduce puffiness, dark circles under the eyes and brightens your overall complexion.

An added bonus is that massage stimulates the production of collagen, which is the key protein responsible for skin elasticity and firmness.

Wrap Up

Overall, massage has been shown to reduce tension, combat anxiety, and improve both sleep and focus. We all know that when you feel better, it shows up on your skin and in your life.

For your skin, it can transform from dull and dry to noticeably healthier and glowing.

To get started, schedule a rejuvenating facial massage appointment with the skincare experts at Laura Skincare in Petaluma.

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