March 2010
E-News:
Introducing Meso-Oxygen
Therapy skin hydration and rejuvenation at Caci Clinic South Yarra.
Appointments will be at least
30mins with the first 10 mins allowing for the application of topical
anaesthetic cream prior to procedure.
So, please be on time.
Then, you may wish to book your Signature Caci Oxygen Treatment for the same
day or another day to complete the Meso-Oxygen Therapy.
Anti-aging topical creams can
be expensive and may not penetrate enough through to the skin layer.
Mesotherapy bypasses the skin layer and directly put the vitamins and
hyaluronic acid where it is most needed.
This treatment is great for
areas around the back of hands, neck, and face. Dr Louisa uses a
combination of injectable multivitamins and hyaluronic acid for
Skin Rejuvenation and
Hydration.
For more information: please
visit Caci Clinic South Yarra or >>Mesotherapy
February
2010 E-News:
MESOTHERAPY
Dr Louisa has recently
attended a mesotherapy workshop training session with AAAM (American Academy of
Aesthetic Medicine) on 3rd February 2010. She was inspired by the group
of doctors with similar goals, interests and passion about aesthetic
medicine. Mesotherapy can provide a wide range of treatments for her
clients. These treatments are very effective and affordable.
Treatments such as:
- lipodissolve or lipolysis
- Skin re-hydration
- Skin rejuvenation
can enhance existing cosmetic
treatments.
Mesotherapy has been around
for a long time and it was first introduced in 1952 in France by Dr
Pistor. It was soon adopted by doctors in the Western and Eastern
European countries and now world-wide.
For more information, please
go to: >>Mesotherapy
January
E-News
New Year's
resolution 2010:
Thinking of
a new year's resolution?
Be Kind To Our Skin - looking
younger and healthier:
1) Hydration:
Both inside and outside!!
This summer is going
to be very hot and dry.
Our skin is one of the
largest organ in the body and it thrives on water for hydration. Please make
sure you have plenty of water throughout the day (on average about 6-8 glasses
per day). Don't wait till you feel thirsty and ensure there is a constant
supply. Be careful of natural diuretic drinks such as coffee and tea, as
they can make you lose more water (due to its diuretic effects).
Choose a good sunscreen for
the summer sun. Be sure to find one that suits your skin type and be at
least SPF 30+ and covers both UVA and UVB. For
general skin - try Olay 30+ (~$10-$15). For sensitive and acne prone skin
- try Hamilton everyday face 30+ with a slight tint ($10-$15 also). This
Hamilton one is non-comedongenic, i.e. it does not clog your pores.
Ensure to choose a breathable
make up / foundation. Generally, mineral makeup allows your skin to
breathe. Don't forget to spray a mist of mineral water to set your make
up. This also adds a "glow" to your skin.
Don't forget to invest in a
really good night and eye cream. Your skin starts to repair itself at
night. So, while you sleep, let it do the work for you. Ensure your
product has plenty of Vitamins A, C, E with a little bit of PHA / AHA or
retinoic acid. Note that it is not recommended to use Vit A or retinoic
acid products whilst you are planning to fall pregnant, currently pregnant or
breastfeeding.
2) Smoking
You already
know it's bad for you!
Smoking SPEEDS up the AGING
process and encourages the activity of super radical oxidants, of which, are carcinogenic.
As a result, it promotes more cell damage leading to formation of wrinkles and
pigmentation. The skin is left with a dull and grey-ish
colour.
So, it is
time!!
We always talk about
investments in terms of capital, property and finance. Why don't people
invest in themselves? It is time to think about investing in our bodies for better health and
therefore better quality of life. Your doctor will be able to provide
relevant support and anti-smoking program tailored especially for you.
YOU ARE NEVER TOO LATE TO TRY
GIVING UP, THE EARLIER THE BETTER.
Giving up a little now, you
will gain a whole lot more later!!!
3) Alcohol
Let's party and
take it easy!
I love a glass of good
quality red wine for it's anti-oxidant effects. Studies show that red wine is
great due to its anti-oxidant effects and heart protection
properties.
Just like everything in the
world - too much is harmful.
Please drink at moderation
and limit alcohol intake.
Click here for: National
Alcohol Consumption Guide
4) Tone your
skin and Tone your body
Toning your skin will help
restoring its natural glow. It is recommended to use a non-alcohol toner
after cleansing your skin. Micro-dermabrasion and chemical peels aid in
removing the surface layer of dead skin. This helps to generate new,
smooth and more supple skin.
Don't forget to
Tone your body as well as your skin.
Keep active and stay healthy!
Exercises produce natural
hormones in the brain and they help certain conditions such as insomnia, mild
depression, stress and anxiety. Exercising also tones your body and
increases your metabolism.
As we age, our
metabolism slows down (~2% every decade). So, if you are approaching 50
and you are eating the same amount of food when you were 20, the weight will
simply stack on!
The way to
combat this is to:
Increase metabolism
choose good quality food with some
restrictions
have smaller
but more frequent meals
drink plenty of water in between