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Natural Ingredients to Make a Yummy DIY Face Mask

Laura Pagliaroni Facial Dec 04, 2019 Comments Off

Did you know that you can use several items you probably have in your fridge and cabinets at this moment, to make a delicious and nutritious face mask? There are so many natural ingredients available that have numerous benefits, which will help you to achieve glowing, smooth, and younger-looking skin.

Let’s take a look at some of the natural ingredients (and benefits of) that are easily accessible, affordable, and might already be right in your kitchen.

First, you want to choose a base for your face mask.

Coconut Oil (organic and unrefined): is an amazing moisturizer, has natural anti-fungal and anti-inflammatory properties, and can be used as a sunburn remedy

Honey: is moisturizing, it’s stickiness can help remove blackheads, has antibacterial properties, helps diminish fine lines and wrinkles, and is rich with antioxidants

Olive Oil: contains antioxidants that help prevent premature aging, helps heal bacterial infections, and is loaded with vitamins that can do wonders for the skin

Yogurt (plain, unflavored, and Greek works best): important probiotics can help even out skin tone and reduce fine lines and wrinkles, may minimize the effects of the sun’s aging free radicals, can help clear up breakouts, and it also has anti-inflammatory properties

Avocado (the fruit or the oil): loads of vitamins, especially ‘E’, helps soften skin and reduce fine lines and wrinkles, reduces inflammation, is an excellent moisturizer, and can also be used to treat wounds or sunburns.

Banana: helps control oil, can treat breakouts and lighten dark spots, is loaded with nutrients, vitamins, and amino acids, which are all fabulous for your skin

Aloe Vera Gel: has huge anti-inflammatory properties, treats burns, cuts, wounds, and sunburns, as well as acne and eczema.

Next, add extras for even more benefit.

Lemon/Orange: brightens skin, antioxidants even out skin tone, packed with Vitamin C, and can be used as a natural astringent

Turmeric Powder: has natural anti-inflammatory properties and helps clear pores and fight breakouts

Baking Soda: brings impurities to the surface to clear your pores and can be used as a natural exfoliant

Cocoa: contains anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties, can be used as an exfoliant, and the caffeine can lift and firm skin

Tea Tree Oil: has natural antibacterial properties, calms inflammation, and helps to treat breakouts

Activated Charcoal: helps to bring all the gunk and impurities inside of your pores to the surface

Lastly, place your mix in a small plastic or glass jar and label it…then you’re done!

Now that you know the amazing benefits these ingredients have to offer, play around with a few combinations or ask Google or Siri to find you specific recipes.

A DIY mask will not only make your face happy, but these make awesome gifts to make others happy and glowing as well.

If you are thinking about getting a facial consultation to figure out your skin type and what it needs to look fabulous, visit Laura Skin Care in Petaluma, where Laura and her team will take great care of you.

The Amazing Benefits of Getting a Chemical Peel

Laura Pagliaroni Facial Peel Nov 06, 2019 Comments Off

There are so many skin products out there claiming to have the exact same result but include very different ingredients and with a huge range of price. More specifically, there are way too many anti-aging products out on the market to even count. Not only that, but skin care professionals continuously are coming out with new non-surgical and surgical procedures and treatments to create a supple and youthful look. One thing that hasn’t gone out of style in the skincare world is the good ole chemical peel, which has been around since the mid-19th century.

The term ‘chemical peel’ sounds a little harsh and may turn certain people away cringing. But like many skincare treatments, there are alternate options for those with sensitive skin. The alternate may be using mild products or doing a mini-treatment instead of the full version. There are so many skin types out there and various factors that play a role in whether or not someone may have a reaction to a treatment or procedure. For most people though, the benefits of getting a chemical peel outweigh the disadvantages and negative side effects.

Here are quite a few fabulous advantages to getting a chemical peel done:

Diminish the look of acne scars
Improve the appearance of age spots
Aging skin is replaced by smoother and less wrinkled skin
Crow’s feet are diminished in appearance
Hyperpigmentation and melasma (tan, brown, or grey areas on skin) can be treated and will lessen in color and appearance
Scars that are mild can improve in appearance
Sun-damaged or wrinkled skin can be treated and a new layer of smoother, less wrinkled skin will appear
Sagging skin is treated the same as wrinkles or sun-damaged skin
Treat certain kinds of acne, rosacea, and enlarged pores
Peels can make your skincare products work better
Peels are low-risk and more cost-effective than other procedures
You can customize your treatments based off your skin type

Now that you know the reasons why you should try the peel—you should also be aware of the types so that you can make the best choice for your skin.

According to the American Society of Dermatologic Surgery, these types are:

The Superficial or Lunchtime Peel: Alpha-hydroxy acid or another mild acid is used to penetrate only the outer layer of skin to gently exfoliate it. The treatment is used to improve the appearance of mild skin discoloration and rough skin as well as to refresh the face, neck, chest or hands.

The Medium Peel: Glycolic or trichloroacetic acid is applied to penetrate the outer and middle layers of skin to remove damaged skin cells. The treatment is used to improve age spots, fine lines and wrinkles, freckles and moderate skin discoloration. It also can be used to smooth rough skin and treat some precancerous skin growths, i.e. actinic keratosis.

The Deep Peel: Trichloroacetic acid or phenol is applied to deeply penetrate the middle layer of skin to remove damaged skin cells. The treatment removes moderate lines, age spots, freckles and shallow scars. Patients will see a dramatic improvement in skin appearance. The procedure is used on the face and can only be performed once.

No matter what decision you choose to make, always speak with a dermatologist or esthetician before going through with a procedure or treatment and always use products that will work with your skin type or any other factors that come into play. Now that summer is over and you are ready to treat your skin, visit Laura Skin Care in Petaluma and receive a consultation and find out if getting a chemical peel is right for you.

How the Sun Damages Your Skin

Laura Pagliaroni Facial Oct 20, 2019 Comments Off

Between tanning beds, beach trips, gardening, and kids’ soccer games, your skin is getting more sun than you think. Damage can even occur from the sunlight that enters your car while driving. You may believe you are safe from the rays, but the sun can be sneaky and get you in ways that you weren’t expecting. Even this late into the year.

UVA vs. UVB Rays

In order to fully understand how the sun damages your skin, you’ll need to know the difference between UVA and UVB rays and how they affect you.

Skin is composed of three layers: the epidermis, or outermost layer; the dermis, or middle layer; and the subcutis, or bottom most layer. The dermis contains collagen, elastin and other fibers that support the skin’s structure. It is these elements that give skin its smooth and youthful appearance — and that are damaged by UV radiation (Skin Cancer Foundation).

According to The Skin Cancer Foundation, ultraviolet radiation is energy emitted naturally from the sun and is also emitted from tanning beds. There are two types of UV light that contribute to sun damage and skin cancer:

Ultraviolet A (UVA) has a longer wavelength and is associated with skin aging.
Ultraviolet B (UVB) has a shorter wavelength and is associated with skin burning.

When protecting yourself from the sun, you want to make sure to block both UVA and UVB; do not treat one as less harmful than another.

“Unprotected exposure to UVA and UVB damages the DNA in skin cells, producing genetic defects, or mutations, that can lead to skin cancer (as well as premature aging.) These rays can also cause eye damage, including cataracts and eyelid cancers.”

How to Fully Protect Yourself from the Sun’s Rays

Purchase broad-spectrum sunscreen that has both UVA and UVB protection.
The American Academy of Dermatology recommends using an SPF of 30 or higher and choosing a water-resistant type.
Wear a hat when outside in the sun; there are even clothing options with UV protection that you can purchase at various stores.
Water, snow, and sand reflect the sun more so than in an area without one of those factors, therefore you will want to make sure you are fully prepared and protected.
Stop going to tanning beds and sun-bathing; you may want to go back to work showing off your beachy tan after a long vacation, but realize that there could be long-term health consequences in the future because of the UV rays.
Install UV-blocking film on your car windows as UVA rays can still reach you through glass, although UVB cannot.

When stepping out into the sun, start getting into a good habit of applying broad-spectrum sunscreen and planning ahead to ensure you and your loved ones are properly protected from the harmful UVA and UVB rays. Remember–you may be having fun in the sun in that moment, but those moments will catch up to you one day. Be sun smart!

In the meantime, if you would like to diminish the appearance of any skin damage you notice, contact Laura Skin Care and book an appointment for a microdermabrasion or skin firming and regeneration session or a chemical peel!

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