Aesthetic Procedures

Parabens in Skin Care

September 27, 2012 / Aesthetic Procedures, Skin Care

Parabens are a commonly used group of preservatives found in skin care products. While they offer benefits to such products, including protection through antibacterial and antifungal activity and a longer shelf life, they also come with risks and potential side effects. Parabens can mimic hormones in the body, disrupting the endocrine system. In fact, studies […]

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Chemical Peels

January 28, 2011 / Aesthetic Procedures

It seems to me that the public has a ton of and is bombarded with information on chemical peels. However, from a trained aesthetician listening to clients, there is a lot of misconception – because you are getting it from Dermatologist, Plastic Surgeons, Medi-spas and the internet. Let’s break it down. Peels are exfoliants. Plain

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