Freshen Your Skin With Our Fall Newsletter Specials

Fall is approaching bringing cooler temperatures, school activities and football season.  It is a very busy time of year and an opportunity to erase the signs of summer. Most laser and light therapies cannot be utilized on skin that is tan, so fall is the perfect time of year to treat photo-damaged skin and hyperpigmentation. Check out our fall newsletter that is filled with advice you can trust in today's world of beauty. Take a look and you will find:

• Skin Care Company Spotlight – Avène Skin Care 
• CPRS News and Updates
• Fall specials including savings on Avène D-Pigment, Revision Skincare Nectifirm, GlyMed Plus AHA Accelerator and microdermabrasion.

So be sure to check out our newsletter chocked full of news, information and helpful tips!

Call our office to order products or schedule your next appointment at 734-712-2323

Summer Vacation Travel Essentials for the Skin

When heading out on summer vacation, whether to the beach house or for a simple day outdoors it is easy to remember your bottled water, swimsuit, sunblock and a good book, but what about the other "must-have's" for optimal summer fun and safety when on summer vacation? Cosmetically-speaking, a beach vacation requires more than a bottle of sunblock in your bag. Take a look at the summer travel essentials from two of the skin care specialists at CPRS, they are perfect to keep on hand so that you look good basking in the sun, sand and surf throughout the year!

“When I travel I’m very conscience about sun exposure, especially during the summer months. I always bring my Intellishade SPF 45 from Revision Skincare for sun protection, moisture, antioxidants and sheer foundation in one easy step. I also pack my Avene Moisturizing Self Tanner so I can have the bronzed look of sun-kissed skin while keeping my skin hydrated. It allows me to avoid the damage of the sun, but still look tan in a swimsuit. Since I have 2 small children, entertaining the kids is a priority. I always have an ipod touch for each of them filled with games and of course, kid friendly snacks are essential to keep them happy."

~ Myken Swaithes, Medical Skin Care Specialist

 “I always try to avoid checking a bag when traveling by air, which is a always a challenge. Not because of excess shoes and clothing, but because of the liquid and gel regulations. I save all of my sample jars, refill them with my staples and stuff as many as possible into a 1-quart Ziplock baggie. I will sometimes risk the surprise of hotel shampoos and body lotions if I run out of room, but I will NOT substitute my skin care. In the summer I always travel with my Stem Cell Serum Plus to brighten and lightly hydrate dry skin as well as provide extra protection from environmental damage. I also pack my Chocolate Masque from GlyMed Plus to provide relief from excess heat or sun exposure and revive tired skin. I carry my beach bag on the plane instead of a purse, pack one pair of great sunglasses, and bring my iPad loaded with music, movies and a couple of good books.” 

~ Gina Thompson, Medical Skin Care Specialist

So this summer, when heading out for summer vacation, include a trip into CPRS for refills on any of these and the many other great skin-care essentials. Your skin will thank you for it. 

Aesthetic Services Expand to Satellite Locations

Since our Aesthetic department is growing, the expansion of Aesthetic offerings to some of our satellite locations seemed logical, especially since our physicians are already seeing patients in these locations. Therefore it is our pleasure to announce expanded offerings of services:

• Brighton location - For convenience, patients can now get Botox, Dysport and dermal filler treatments with Lynda Chase on the 1st and 3rd Monday afternoon's each month. 
• Chelsea location - Massage therapy is now available with Sue Cochrane on Wednesday mornings.

As we continue to grow, it is likely we will expand further, keep reading for more great news in the future.

Summer 2013 Newsletter

Read the summer issue of True Beauty today.

Summer is finally here and so is our newsletter packed with advice you can trust in today's world of beauty. In this issue you'll find: 



• Skin Care Company Spotlight – Revision Skincare 
• Summer skin care accessories 
• Summer specials including savings on Revision Intellishade SPF 45, GlyMed Plus Chocolate Masque, Avene Self-Tanning Lotion and the DermaSound Elite Illuminating Facial. 

Be sure to read our entire True Beauty newsletter today, you won't be disappointed.

Botox Days are Back at CPRS

Happy Mother’s Day!

Botox days are back by popular demand and they are bigger than ever!  This is our lowest price of the year and it is for 3 DAYS ONLY.  Take advantage of $75 off* your next Botox treatment.  In addition, we are offering $75 off* Juvederm and a 20% savings** on most of our professional skin care products. Our special event in honor of Mother’s Day is on Wednesday 5/8, Thursday 5/9 and Friday 5/10.  Call today to schedule your appointment with Lynda, Jenny or Nancy at 734-712-2323.

Please stop by our Aesthetic Suite 5008 between 10 am and 4 pm during this 3-day event to celebrate with us. Party favors include:

• 20% off** Professional skin care products plus save on Latisse when you buy 2 for $200 (save $40)
• RAFFLE ITEMS*** Professional Skin care products ($100 value) and a DermaSound illuminating skin care treatment ($125 value)
• Advice from our Aesthetic representatives
• Skin Care samples and light refreshments
• The latest New Beauty magazine
• Plus, sign up for our NEW Aesthetics Loyalty Program and earn DOUBLE points for all skin care products purchased.

Don't miss out! Limited appointment times are available and fill up quickly. Please call today to schedule your appointment or pre-order your products at 734-712-2323.  Skin care products can be picked up at Suite 5008 or they can be shipped out to you the week of May 8th. Treat yourself or the special mom in your life with these special savings!

*Offer good only on 5/8, 5/9 and 5/10.  The Botox discount is good for $75 off per area (maximum 2 areas).  The Juvederm discount is good for $75 off per syringe (maximum 2 syringes).  Due to the time constraints of the event and our goal to treat as many loyal clients as possible, the amount of time allowed for each appointment will be limited. The discounts are not applicable towards previous treatments.  Not valid with other discounts or offers.

**Not valid with other discounts or offers.  Some restrictions apply.  Discounts good on 5/8, 5/9 and 5/10.  Certain products are excluded from this offer.

***You must come by during the event to be eligible for the raffle items.

Revision Skincare at CPRS: New Product Line

Revision Skincare has been providing clinically proven, high-performing skincare products to physicians for over 25 years. Using only the purest, most efficacious ingredients, the Revision Skincare collection was formulated to provide targeted solutions for enhancing the skin’s appearance and reducing the signs of aging. CPRS is excited to incorporate a few innovative products from Revision Skincare to complement our existing supply of high-quality, physician-grade skin care products.

“I recommend Intellishade to my clients because of its superior protection against environmental exposure and additional corrective benefits. I personally use this product every day. I love the healthy glow from the soft tint and believe that its combination of high quality ingredients makes it one of the best beauty balms on the market today.” Myken Swaithes, Medical Skin Care Specialist

Intellishade SPF 45 Retail Price: $48.00

This anti-aging tinted moisturizer with sunscreen gives skin a touch of sheer, healthy color. It brightens the skin with Vitamin C, provides the skin with broad-spectrum UVA and UVB protection and reduces the appearance of fine lines and pore size.

Teamine Eye Complex Retail Price: $68.00

Teamine Eye Complex was formulated to effectively address dark circles in multiple ways with a variety of ingredients including Vitamin K and grape seed oil. It also helps smooth the look of fine lines, brightens the eye area and improves puffiness. This multi-tasking eye cream is a top seller at Revision Skincare and is perfect for most skin types. If you are new to this product, use it only once a day to start with and then step up to twice a day. This product is very active and effective. You need only a very small amount!

Lumiquin Hand Treatment Retail Price: $48.00

Create younger-looking hands while you sleep with Lumiquin Hand Treatment. This advanced formula contains ingredients including; licorice root extract, Vitamin C, shea butter and CoQ10 to lighten dark spots, brighten the skin, add volume to the surface of the hands and provide rich hydration. Keep Lumiquin on your nightstand and apply to the back of your hands every night before bed. It works best if it has at least a few hours to settle in without washing it off.

“My clients ask about effective products to treat aging hands all the time. I love this formulation that combines powerful ingredients to take years off your hands. I have used it every night for a couple of weeks and I can already see a difference. It feels wonderful and it really works.” Gina Thompson, Medical Skin Care Specialist

Also, NEW from Revision Skincare:

Nectifirm - Retail Price: $65.00
Firming Night Treatment - Retail Price: $58.00
Vitamin C 15% - Retail Price: $65.00
Vitamin C 20% - Retail Price: $95.00
Black Mask - Retail Price: $32.00

Ask about REVISION SKINCARE at your next visit and earn points with our NEW Aesthetics Loyalty Program for every dollar spent!

Don't forget to take advantage of our spring specials: Take 20% off all Laser Hair Reduction and save on skin care products for complete EYE renewal including Avene Retrinal Eyes for $36 (save $8) and GlyMed Plus Eye Calm for $30 (save $8).

To schedule your next treatment or order products, please call our office at 734-712-2323.

Meet The CPRS Injector Team!

The Aesthetics team at the Center for Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery is growing. We are excited to offer Botox, Dysport and dermal filler treatments 5 days a week to fulfill the increasing demand for facial enhancements. Lynda Chase, Jenny Grybas and Nancy Rohlfs comprise our professional injector team. Collectively this team of registered nurses has over 65 years of experience.

“We are excited to expand our Aesthetics team with three very experienced nurses. Their knowledge of facial anatomy from their days in the operating room combined with each of their natural Aesthetic abilities is creating beautiful results for our patients.”

~CPRS surgeons

All of the Aesthetic services at CPRS are supervised by our board certified plastic surgeons after each provider has completed advanced training to ensure the safety and proficiency of every procedure. The comprehensive training of our injector team included individualized, hands-on education with Aesthetic Advancements, Inc. (AAI). The clinical faculty of this professional organization has over 260 years of experience in the field of medical aesthetics and is a leading resource for quality education to licensed medical professionals nationwide. We are proud to have utilized the best education in the country in order to assure the best possible outcomes for our patients.

Please call our office to schedule an appointment for your next Aesthetic treatment at 734-712-2323.

SPECIAL OFFER: Sign up for our NEW Aesthetics Loyalty Program at your next visit and earn 500 loyalty points (value $25) automatically when you book a Botox, Dysport or dermal filler treatment in the month of April. Learn more about our Aesthetics Loyalty Program.

Announcing the New CPRS Aesthetics Loyalty Program

Earn points for every aesthetic product  & service
purchase  with the Center for Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery Aesthetic Loyalty program.

The Center for Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery is excited to announce a new Aesthetics Loyalty Program! Patients can now earn points for every Aesthetic product and service purchased - the points can be redeemed for credit towards future purchases. There is no cost to join, so be sure to sign up at your next visit.

Once you sign up for the Aesthetics Loyalty Program, you will earn 1 point for every $1 you spend. Once you earn 500 points, you will receive a $25 credit that you can use towards your next Aesthetics purchase. We appreciate your past loyalty to our practice and we want to reward you for your future allegiance.

Our goal is to provide our patients with the most advanced Aesthetic technology and progressive skin care science with highly skilled and experienced technicians. The Aesthetics team is supported by our board certified plastic surgeons and our entire practice is growing to accommodate the increasing demand. We appreciate your business over the years and continued loyalty. Thank you!

For complete details and restrictions of the CPRS Aesthetics Loyalty Program please be sure to visit our website.

Read the CPRS Spring Newsletter: Skin Care, Eye Renewal, Specials

Spring is approaching and warmer temperatures are on the way. It is almost time to store the turtlenecks, heavy coats, and boots! Spring is a time for renewal and Aesthetic products and treatments can help renew your skin as we prepare to wear more skin revealing clothing. Check out our spring newsletter that is filled with advice you can trust in today's world of beauty. Take a look and you will find:

• Skin Care Company Spotlight – SkinCeuticals
• Complete Eye Renewal
• Spring specials including savings on skin care products for the eyes and Laser Hair Reduction.

So be sure to check out our spring newsletter chocked full of news, information and helpful tips!

Call our office to order products or schedule your next appointment at 734-712-2323.

CPRS Welcomes Medical Aesthetician Myken Swaithes

We are proud to announce that Medical Aesthetician Myken Swaithes has joined the CPRS Aesthetic team. She has nearly 10 years of experience and specializes in the treatment of acne, pigmentation and aging skin. Myken’s extensive formal training and progressive approach makes her a perfect addition to our growing team. Please call our office to schedule an appointment with Myken at 734-712-2323 for any of the following services:

• Chemical Peels and Dermaplaning
• DermaSound Ultrasonic Facials
• Laser Hair Reduction
• Photo Facials and Pixel Resurfacing
• Microdermabrasion
• Skin Care Consultations

"I am thrilled to join the Aesthetic team at the Center for Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery, where I will be working collaboratively with skilled cosmetic surgeons to achieve optimal results. I look forward to building trusted relationships with patients to create healthy, beautiful skin."

Myken will be working closely with Gina Thompson, who has provided skin care services for the practice for over 15 years.

Myken will be working Monday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday and Gina’s schedule will remain the same with skin care services provided Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday. Learn more about Myken.

Please call to schedule your appointment today at 734.712.2323.

Bridalplasty: Plastic Surgery to Prepare for the Big Day

After seeing several articles and new stories about Bridalplasty recently, I thought it might be appropriate to ask our surgeons about their thoughts on the procedure. "Bridalplasy," or plastic surgery requested by brides in anticipation of their wedding day, can include any number of plastic surgery procedures from tummy tucks, to liposuction, nose reshaping, Botox or other filler injections or even microdermabrasion treatments. Many times Bridalplasty includes several procedures at the same time, and some brides even spend more money on bridalplasy plastic surgery than on their entire wedding.

I asked Dr. Daniel Sherick his thoughts on this trend.

"I have certainly had patients who have come in for rhinoplasty, liposuction, or breast augmentation operations in anticipation of their weddings. All of these patients have had long standing concerns about various body features that were present long before they became brides. It is certainly appropriate to address these issues for life long happiness. I want to caution Brides, and patients in general to give themselves enough time to recover from procedures scheduled before such important life events as weddings. Also, make sure that your motivations including a real desire to change some aspect of your appearance for yourself, and not just so that the photos will be perfect in your wedding album."

I like Dr. Sherick's final statement - To have plastic surgery for yourself! For the perfect wedding photo album pictures I suggest the many filters and Photoshop techniques available.

Skincare Products for Your Comfort This Winter

Happy New Year! As we enter 2013, we wanted to share with you some of the additions we have made to our Aesthetic services for your comfort.

Zimmer Chiller – The Zimmer Cryo Chiller was created to optimize patient comfort during Aesthetic treatments. We are excited about the addition of this advanced cold air-cooling system to our practice. Our laser technicians have been using the Zimmer routinely for IPL treatments with rave reviews and have also utilized the system for laser hair reduction.

Artiste – The Artiste Assisted Injection System is an advanced technology that uses air pressure instead of thumb pressure to control the injection process with pin-point precision. Our injectors use Artiste with a variety of dermal fillers to deliver better results with fewer side effects. Optimal precision and accuracy can result in a smoother application of volumizing products with fewer injections and minimal bruising.

Table Warmer – Our massage tables are all equipped with table warmers. Since our clients love them so much, we have added one to our skin care table as well. The warming table cover keeps the chill away and adds to the comfort of your skin care treatment. Enjoy the added relaxing warmth during your next microdermabrasion, facial peel or DermaSound treatment.

For your skin – Don’t forget to comfort your skin with moisturizing products to calm, hydrate and protect against the harsh effects of winter. Try:

• GlyMed Plus Cell Protection Balm is an all-purpose barrier repair balm that soothes extra-dry skin and chapped lips. It can be used anywhere on the face or body including the hands and feet.
• GlyMed Plus Intense Peptide Complex is perfect for all over hydration, redness reduction and softer, more youthful skin. It can be used alone or layered with other treatment products day or night.
• Bella Des Vanilla Coconut Lip Balm is a wonderful staple to carry in your purse for relief of dry, chapped winter lips.

Also, treat yourself to a DermSound Brightening Chocolate Facial for just $75* (save $50). This Ultrasonic facial is a wonderful solution for dehydrated winter skin.

*Offer good now through 2/28/13.

The Winter TrueBeauty Newsletter is Here!

Skin Care Company Spotlight and Winter Specials 

Read about GlyMed Plus Professional Skin Care and special winter savings including holiday gift sets and the DermaSound Chocolate Facial - Just be sure to read the entire newsletter for more details.

Celebrating the Robert Oneal Collegiate Professorship in Plastic Surgery

Dr. Izenberg had the pleasure
of announcing Dr. Oneal.

On Thursday, September 27^th friends, family and colleagues celebrated the inauguration of the Robert Oneal Collegiate Professorship in Plastic Surgery.  The first recipient was Paul S. Cederna, M.D. The event took place at the Taubman Research Building and the speakers included; James O. Woolliscroft, M.D., Dean, U-M Medical School, Michael W. Mulholland, M.D., Ph.D., Chair, Department of Surgery, William M. Kuzon Jr., M.D., Ph.D., Reed O. Dingman Collegiate Professor of Plastic Surgery, and Paul H. Izenberg, Adjunct Clinical Instructor Section of Plastic Surgery.  

Dr. Izenberg, who met Dr. Oneal in 1969 as an intern in surgery at Michigan, was honored to make his introduction. He summed up his speech by saying; "Many professors leave an indelible mark in surgery by writings and research. But others leave indelible marks by being a special teacher and mentor to those whom they helped train. The University of Michigan Department of Surgery, Section of Plastic Surgery, has been privileged to work with such a professor who has successfully done both. Today we honor Dr. Robert M. Oneal with a well deserved named Collegiate Professorship. Congratulations Bob!"

It was a pleasure to hear Dr. Oneal reminisce eloquently about his career, the mentors that influenced him and the students he loved to teach over the years. He mentioned how the support of his family, colleagues, partners and countless staff members allowed him to flourish as a surgeon and have such a successful career.  Dr. Oneal established a private practice at St. Joseph Mercy Hospital in Ann Arbor in 1969 and was eventually joined by many partners over the next 40 years including; Dr. John Markley, Dr. Paul Izenberg, Dr. David Hing, Dr. Richard Beil and Dr. Daniel Sherick. Every partner, including the most recent addition to the practice he founded, Dr. Ian Lytle, has had the privilege of training under Dr. Oneal. Although he retired from the Center for Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery in 2006, his legacy lives on with the surgeons he trained striving to live up to his expectations of excellence. 

Thanks to the support of his family Dr. Oneal  built a susuccessful
career as a plastic surgeon.  

Plastic Surgery for Men: Top Procedures

Trends reported by the American Society of Plastic Surgeons (ASPS) indicates that men have been undergoing plastic surgery more and more to look younger and more youthful. Many men just want the added boost to their self confidence, they may need the nudge for their career, or they simply want to look as young as they feel. So what are the popular men's plastic surgery procedures? Liposuction, rhinoplasty (or a nose job), eye lid surgery, breast reduction, and face lifts round out the top 5 procedures men undergo.

Top cosmetic surgery choices for men in 2011.

While the numbers of men having plastic surgery has increased, men have also opted for minimally invasive cosmetic surgery procedures like Botox, laser hair removal, microdermabrasion, soft tissue dermal fillers and chemical peels. Cosmetic surgery can help a man in ways that going to the gym cannot - You can tone and firm muscles, but smoothing the skin is a different story!


So what types of surgery are men having done? Find more men's plastic surgery statistics by visiting surgery.org or the American Society of Plastic Surgeons website.

Are you a man that's been considering cosmetic surgery on your face or body? We can help. Call the office today to schedule a confidential consultation (734) 712-2323 with a board certified plastic surgeon.

Proper Hydration for Great Skin & Perfect Health

Now that the weather is changing and furnaces are turning on you might be noticing itchy, dry skin. This time of the year, now more than ever it's important to protect your body with proper hydration. Creams and lotions are good. They seal in moisture and prevent dryness, however let's consider hydration from the inside out!

Generally speaking you should consume 8-8 ounce glasses of water a day, however if you are overweight, additional water may be needed to flush everything from your body and keep you hydrated. I collected a few images from Pinterest I thought were especially helpful, and here are some tips to help you remember to drink your water!

1) Rubber bands - They aren't just for binding things  together, they can also be used on water bottles, on a glass or even worn on your wrist. Start the day by wearing 8 of them or wrapping them on your water bottle, then as you drink 8 ounces remove one rubber band!

2) Water bottles - Use 8 refillable water bottles and stock them in the refrigerator  find water bottles with measurements marked on the side or create your own measured water bottles with colorful tape and Sharpies. Mark the bottle with times throughout the day when you should have consumed that much water! You'll be surprised at how easy it is to drink when you are presented with a huge water vessel.

3) Drink a glass immediately upon waking up and directly before bed. That's two down! Then don't eat a meal without a glass of water! Guess what you now have consumed 5 glasses for the day - Three more and you are set!

Drinking water certainly can help keep us healthy and fit, but it can also improve brain function, bodily functions and improve the way we look and feel. Feeling a little bloated, then drink up. Hydration helps keep our bodies slim too. Feeling a bit fatigued or under the weather, let's flush out those toxins and drink up. Whatever your reason, there is no bad reason to drink your water. So grab a glass and take a guzzle. You'll be glad that you did!

October Is Breast Cancer Awareness Month

 

October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month, and as such, the staff and surgeons at the Center for Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery want to remind women everywhere to complete a monthly home screening - It's for better health and early detection of breast cancer.

Did you know that in 2011, an estimated 230,480 new cases of invasive breast cancer were diagnosed in women in the U.S., along with 57,650 new cases of non-invasive breast cancer? Statistics also show that approximately 1 in 8 U.S. women will develop an invasive breast cancer over the course of her lifetime. Those are some statistics that are not easily ignored, nor should they be.

Home self examinations are easy to do too, many physicians offices have shower cards or pamphlets. Websites like healthywomen.org even offer free information by download, or you can even order a free shower card with paid shipping costs. So get your card today for a full explanation of how to conduct your exam.

A breast self exam is easy to do though. There are three basic ways to conduct your breast self-examination - In front of a mirror, in the shower and lying down. With all three methods, you are checking for changes in the size or shape of your breast, dimpling, puckering, redness, scaliness or changes in shape, size, texture or skin color. Also notice if any discharge is present.

Monthly examinations are quick, and help you be more aware of any changes. If you notice changes, contact your health care provider immediately for a thorough examination and necessary treatment.

After Diagnosis and Treatment of Breast Cancer

If you are a breast cancer survivor, breast reconstruction can be performed at the time of a mastectomy or years later into the healing process. Every woman's breast cancer experience is unique so breast reconstruction treatments should also be unique. CPRS understands that and has compassionate surgeons with years of experience to assist our patients.

"When meeting my surgeon and his staff we discussed my breast cancer diagnosis diagnosis and I learned about my options. I felt we were in this together. Everything was handled with kindness and professionalism." ~ CPRS patient

Through several plastic surgery techniques, breast reconstruction after a mastectomy can restore a breast to its near normal shape, appearance and size. In this video, Dr. Paul Izenberg demonstrates breast reconstruction and various approaches using BRANDI - a Breast Reconstructive Anatomical Doll Instructress designed by Dr. Izenberg. Dr. Richard Beil also answers your questions about breast reconstruction after a mastectomy in this brief video for WXYZ with Lila Lazarus.

If you are a breast cancer survivor who has been contemplating breast reconstructive surgery, trust the team of experienced surgeons at the Center for Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery. They are artistically talented, technically skilled and compassionate, addressing your unique needs during or after a mastectomy. For more information or to schedule an appointment, call our office 734-712-2323.


Sources:
www.breastcancer.org/symptoms/understand_bc/statistics 
www.healthywomen.org

Happy Birthday Botox: Special Offer

Botox was FDA approved for Aesthetic treatment in 2002 and we want to celebrate that milestone with you. Take advantage of $75 off* your next Botox treatment in honor of one of America’s favorite wrinkle remedies.

This is our lowest price of this year and it for 3 days only: Wednesday, October 10th, Thursday October 11th and Friday, October 12th. Call today to schedule your Botox treatment with Shari or Jenny at 734.712.2323.

Please stop by our Aesthetic Suite between 10 and 4 during this 3 day event to celebrate with us!

Party favors include:

• 15% off** clinical skin care products
• RAFFLE ITEMS***: Latisse, GlyMed Skin Care ($100 value), SkinCeuticals Skin Care ($100 value) and a DermaSound Illuminating Treatment ($125 value)
• Advice from our skin care representatives
• Skin care samples and light refreshments
• The latest New Beauty magazine 

Don’t miss out!  Limited appointments times are available. Please call today to schedule your appointment or pre-order your products at 734-712-2323. Skin care products can be picked up at Suite 5008 or they can be shipped out to you the week of October 10th.




*Offer good only on 10/10, 10/11 and 10/12. Discount is good for one area only per person.  Not applicable towards previous treatments.  Not valid with other discounts or offers.  

**Not valid with other discounts of offers. Some restrictions apply. Discounts good only on 10/10, 10/11 and 10/12. Certain products are excluded from this offer.

***You must come by during the event to be eligible for the raffle items.  

Fall Skin Care

by Gina Thompson

I know if it’s been a good summer, I will be paying the price in the fall. All of these hot, summer days have been wonderful, but the sun can certainly leave a lasting impression that can age the skin. I generally change a few things in my routine as the fall season arrives that boost hydration, increase cell turnover and minimize pigmentation. Here are some of my favorite products and treatments for the fall.

SkinCeuticals CE Ferulic is a powerful antioxidant solution that protects against environmental aging and helps create more youthful looking skin. It contains a synergistic antioxidant combination as well as essential lipids to enhance the skin’s barrier function. I always use an antioxidant, but this one is my choice for fall because of its ability to protect and hydrate the skin. Great combination!  

GlyMed Plus Treatment Cream has been around for many years and continues to be a staple in my skin care routine. It is a perfect solution for drier skin that needs exfoliation as well as hydration. The Treatment Cream contains glycolic acid for cell turnover and rich emollients to moisturize dry skin. My skin loves this luxurious cream in the fall.

Epiquin Micro is an active treatment product that contains hydroquinone for skin lightening and vitamin A for exfoliation. Hydroquinone is one of the most effective ingredients for minimizing pigmentation and I like to use Epiquin Micro every fall to erase the signs of the summer sun. It always makes a difference.  

Microdermabrasion is a popular skin care treatment that provides superficial exfoliation. When paired with a light chemical peel, it is a perfect solution to resurface and brighten the skin. After a summer of sun exposure and sunscreen use, I like to treat myself to a microdermabrasion treatment. It feels like I am erasing the damage of the summer sun and my skin feels so clean and refreshed afterwards.

 IPL (Intense Pulse Light) Photo Facials are a great answer for very stubborn pigmentation. A series of 4 or more treatments is recommended for best results to treat red (broken capillaries) and brown (pigmentation). IPL is not recommended during the summer months since we cannot treat skin that is tan. Fall is the perfect time of year to treat that unwanted pigmentation and I have lots of clients who come in for a maintenance treatment (or two) or begin their series of photo facials in September or October.

Your fall skin care program may require some changes, but it usually isn’t complicated. If you are unsure feel free to discuss it with us at your next skin care visit. We look forward to seeing you.

The Fall 2012 Newsletter is Here!

The kids are back to school and cooler temperatures are on the way. It is a perfect time to treat yourself to an Aesthetic treatment and evaluate your fall skin care needs. Check out our fall newsletter that is filled with advice you can trust in today's world of beauty. Take a look and you will find: 

• Dramatic fall makeup trends including extreme eyeliner and sketched on lashes 
• Friday appointments for Botox and Dysport with Jenny Grybas 
• Fall specials including savings on Microdermabrasion and Treatment Cream from GlyMed Plus. 

So be sure to check out our newsletter chocked full of news, information and helpful tips and don't forget to "Like" the Center for Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery on Facebook for more great content and tips!