According to an article from ABC News, the entries listed below represent 10 cosmetic procedures that -- for most people -- are least likely to offer results that justify their risks.
1. Mesotherapy and Lipodissolve
2. Cosmetic Foot Surgery
3. Permanent Filler Injections
4. Injection for Breast Augmentation
5. Cosmetic Leg Lengthening Surgery
6. Buttock Implants
7. Permanent Makeup
8. Extreme Facial Procedures
9. Augmentation Mastopexy (Breast Lift with Implants)
10. Any Procedure by Untrained Hands
Wednesday, July 30, 2008
Fish Pedicures
The latest craze in spa treatment: dunk your tootsies in a tank of water and let tiny carp nibble away.
Monday, July 28, 2008
Long lashes are possible
Found the best false lashes ever, that look pretty natural! The next best thing to lash extenstions that tend to look fake!
Ardel Lashes in #108
Ardel Lashes in #108
Sunday, July 27, 2008
Accutane for Acne
Accutane is some strong stuff! The chemical name is isotretinoin and Accutane is the best known brand name, though there are generic products on the market. It belongs to the family of medicines called retinoids, which are similar to vitamin A.
Accutane is the most effective drug on the market for treating severe acne. It is also a controversial drug due to the potential side effects (such as birth defects). People who are considering Accutane treatment must have a thorough examination by a doctor, ongoing blood tests and an analysis of medications currently used.
Accutane Treatment
- Skin dryness – use moisturizers
- Nosebleeds - apply petroleum jelly inside the nose
- Dry eyes - over the counter moisturizing drops
- Skin sensitive to sunlight – use a sunscreen with a high SPF rating
- Joint stiffness, bone pain – consult your doctor before using any pain relievers
Accutane is the most effective drug on the market for treating severe acne. It is also a controversial drug due to the potential side effects (such as birth defects). People who are considering Accutane treatment must have a thorough examination by a doctor, ongoing blood tests and an analysis of medications currently used.
Accutane Treatment
Because Accutane is a powerful medication, it should only be prescribed for severe acne cases. Patients must have ongoing blood tests and constant monitoring of cholesterol levels, liver enzymes and triglycerides in order to detect any adverse side effects. Doctors must be made aware of any medication and over the counter the remedies used by their patients. Certain over-the-counter acne products do not mix well with Accutane.
Women who are planning a family must not become pregnant during treatment because Accutane is known to cause birth defects. Some doctors order pregnancy tests and prescribe birth control medication. The FDA has instituted the iPledge program for women who decide to undergo treatment.
Accutane is administered in capsule form and is available in doses of .5mg or 1 mg. The maximum daily dose should not exceed 1.5 mg. The average course of treatment is 15 to 20 weeks. If further treatment is required, the patient must wait 10 weeks after the treatment was discontinued.
It will take several weeks before patients experience the full effect of Accutane. In some cases, the skin will temporarily get worse but then there will be a noticeable decrease in acne.
- Skin dryness – use moisturizers
- Nosebleeds - apply petroleum jelly inside the nose
- Dry eyes - over the counter moisturizing drops
- Skin sensitive to sunlight – use a sunscreen with a high SPF rating
- Joint stiffness, bone pain – consult your doctor before using any pain relievers
In some cases, there could be more severe side effects. These require immediate medical attention:
- Headaches, nausea and vomiting
- Depression or psychosis
- Night blindness
- Jaundice, hepatitis or abdominal pain
- Diarrhea, rectal bleeding
Thursday, July 17, 2008
Eyeshadow Looks in Seconds
Now this I HAVE to try!! Going to stop by Sephora soon and let you know how it works!
EyeEnvy - Smokey Kit
What it is:
Revolutionary new one-size-fits-all mineral cream eye shadow appliqués.
What it does:
Designed by a celebrity make-up artist, the ColorOn Professional EyeEnvy Smokey Kit contains peel-off mineral cream eye shadows that are 100% hypo-allergenic, long-wearing, and crease-proof. With stunning colors and avant-garde designs, these appliqués fit every eye size and shape and can be applied in minutes.
Wednesday, July 2, 2008
Zits be gone!
What the heck are these pesky things?!
Pimples
Inside the pore are sebaceous glands which produce sebum. When the outer layers of skin shed, the dead skin cells left behind may become bonded together by the sebum. This causes a blockage in the pore, the sebaceous glands produce more sebum which builds up behind the blockage.
Common over-the-counter medications for pimples are benzoyl peroxide or salicylic acid. Both medications can be found in many creams and gels used to treat acne through topical application. Both medications help skin slough off more easily, which helps to remove bacteria faster. A regimen of keeping the affected skin area clean plus the regular application of these topical medications is usually enough to keep acne under control.
Severe acne usually indicates the necessity of prescription medication to treat pimples. Prescription medications used to treat acne include isotretinoin, which is a retinoid. Historically, antibiotics such as tetracyclines and erythromycin were prescribed. While they were more effective than topical applications of benzoyl peroxide, the bacteria eventually grew resistant to the antibiotics and the treatments became less and less effective. Also, antibiotics had more side effects than topical applications, such as stomach cramps and severe discoloration of teeth.
For the severest cases dermatologists may prescribe oral isotretinoin (Accutane), or a vitamin A derivative called Retin-A, which unblocks pores and prevents pimples. This treatment is highly effective but has many side effects, including birth defects in some babies born to women using it.
Some helpful tips are sure to improve the skin:
• Keep your bed linens clean, as dead skin, oil, cosmetics, hair preparations and dirt on the linen will be picked up by your skin while you sleep and help clog pores.
• Products containing benzoyl peroxide are also very beneficial topical cleansing agents. However, if you are using products containing benzoyl peroxide, make extra efforts to screen yourself from the sun.
• A soap with aloe vera is good, too, as aloe is a natural wound healer.
• Allergies to cosmetics may be a cause, too, so if your acne started after using new cosmetics, eliminate them for a week to see if the acne clears up.
• Keep your hands away from your face or other affected areas. They contain oils and bacteria that promote acne. Wash your hands frequently.
• Take a steam shower or boil some water on the stove and put your head over the vapors for a few minutes. This will open up the pores and they can be cleaned out more easily.
• Avoid greasy creams and cosmetics, especially ones that contain oils and dyes, and avoid medications that contain bromides or iodides.
Caution! It is very tempting to pop whiteheads, blackheads and pimples. Whiteheads are clogged pores below the epidermis (outer layer of skin) and should not be squeezed. Blackheads are clogged pores on the surface, and also should not be scrubbed or squeezed, but removed with an extractor that you can buy at a pharmacy. Pimples may be squeezed when they are infected and have yellow pus if the proper procedures are followed. Apply a warm compress to the area for a few minutes to open the pores, then squeeze with a clean tissue until all the pus runs out. This will allow the pimple to heal properly. Using fingernails will promote scarring and may be covered with bacteria that will enter the area and cause inflammation.
Pimples
Inside the pore are sebaceous glands which produce sebum. When the outer layers of skin shed, the dead skin cells left behind may become bonded together by the sebum. This causes a blockage in the pore, the sebaceous glands produce more sebum which builds up behind the blockage.
Common over-the-counter medications for pimples are benzoyl peroxide or salicylic acid. Both medications can be found in many creams and gels used to treat acne through topical application. Both medications help skin slough off more easily, which helps to remove bacteria faster. A regimen of keeping the affected skin area clean plus the regular application of these topical medications is usually enough to keep acne under control.
Severe acne usually indicates the necessity of prescription medication to treat pimples. Prescription medications used to treat acne include isotretinoin, which is a retinoid. Historically, antibiotics such as tetracyclines and erythromycin were prescribed. While they were more effective than topical applications of benzoyl peroxide, the bacteria eventually grew resistant to the antibiotics and the treatments became less and less effective. Also, antibiotics had more side effects than topical applications, such as stomach cramps and severe discoloration of teeth.
For the severest cases dermatologists may prescribe oral isotretinoin (Accutane), or a vitamin A derivative called Retin-A, which unblocks pores and prevents pimples. This treatment is highly effective but has many side effects, including birth defects in some babies born to women using it.
Some helpful tips are sure to improve the skin:
• Keep your bed linens clean, as dead skin, oil, cosmetics, hair preparations and dirt on the linen will be picked up by your skin while you sleep and help clog pores.
• Products containing benzoyl peroxide are also very beneficial topical cleansing agents. However, if you are using products containing benzoyl peroxide, make extra efforts to screen yourself from the sun.
• A soap with aloe vera is good, too, as aloe is a natural wound healer.
• Allergies to cosmetics may be a cause, too, so if your acne started after using new cosmetics, eliminate them for a week to see if the acne clears up.
• Keep your hands away from your face or other affected areas. They contain oils and bacteria that promote acne. Wash your hands frequently.
• Take a steam shower or boil some water on the stove and put your head over the vapors for a few minutes. This will open up the pores and they can be cleaned out more easily.
• Avoid greasy creams and cosmetics, especially ones that contain oils and dyes, and avoid medications that contain bromides or iodides.
Caution! It is very tempting to pop whiteheads, blackheads and pimples. Whiteheads are clogged pores below the epidermis (outer layer of skin) and should not be squeezed. Blackheads are clogged pores on the surface, and also should not be scrubbed or squeezed, but removed with an extractor that you can buy at a pharmacy. Pimples may be squeezed when they are infected and have yellow pus if the proper procedures are followed. Apply a warm compress to the area for a few minutes to open the pores, then squeeze with a clean tissue until all the pus runs out. This will allow the pimple to heal properly. Using fingernails will promote scarring and may be covered with bacteria that will enter the area and cause inflammation.
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