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Notice the brown spots?

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Although melanoma accounts for only about 4 to 5 percent of all skin cancer cases, it causes most skin cancer-related deaths. However, if detected and treated in its earliest stages, melanoma is often curable.

In men, melanoma is most often found on the area between the shoulders and hips or on the head and neck. In women, melanoma often develops on the lower legs.

The chance of developing melanoma increases with age, yet it is still one of the most common cancers in young adults.

Skin cancer affects one in five Americans, and more than 1 million new cases are diagnosed each year. Of these cases, more than 65,000 are melanoma, a cancer that claims nearly 11,000 lives each year.

PROTECT YOURSELF:

Avoid outdoor activities between 10am and 4pm

Seek shade whenever possible

Wear a broad-spectrum sunscreen with an SPF of 15 or higher *see link below

Wear sun-protective clothing and accessories

Follow the Shadow Rule, if your shadow is shorter than you are, the sun’s damaging rays are at their strongest.

Did you know your sunblock might cause cancer? Are you using the right one?

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Rosacea by the numbers. It is estimated that rosacea affects more than 14 million Americans.¹ It occurs most commonly in adults age 30 to 60.² And 30% to 40% of patients with rosacea have a close relative with the condition.³ It tends to occur more often in women but more severely in men.²

Menopause is a red flag. Many menopausal women tend to think they have adult acne when they see red bumps and pimples. However, it is possible that it could be rosacea. In fact, hot flashes might cause the first appearance of rosacea, so visit a dermatologist for an accurate diagnosis.

The sooner the better. People often delay treatment, thinking they have a temporary condition that will go away quickly, yet rosacea is reported to worsen with time—so the sooner treatment is started the better. If you have facial redness, acne-like pimples, flushing of the cheeks, nose, chin, and/or forehead, meet with your physician for a diagnosis and to discuss the prescription-based Rosaclear^® System.

Avoid the aggravation. Prevent future flare-ups by avoiding things that can trigger rosacea. It might be helpful to keep a journal because everyone has different triggers. The most common ones include sun exposure, vigorous exercise, caffeine, stress, spicy food, excessive sugar and sweets, and alcohol.

Keep your chin up. According to a National Rosacea Society survey, nearly 70% of rosacea sufferers reported experiencing embarrassment and anxiety because of their condition. The Obagi Rosaclear System incorporates a therapeutic prescription component, as well as products that help calm your skin and minimize the visible redness and blotchiness associated with rosacea. Even better, it is a skin care regimen that is noncomedogenic, so it won’t clog your pores. This can make it easier for rosacea sufferers to face the world and it helps improve their quality of life.

Want more information about rosacea? Call us today for a complimentary consultation, 480.832.SKIN (7546).

Article from Obagi.com

¹ American Academy of Dermatology and the National Rosacea Society

² www.medicinenet.com/rosacea/article.htm

³ www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/160281.php

Here are five of the top benefits of this relatively new cosmetic enhancement, especially for women in a hot dry climate:

Save Time – In a fast paced place like Southern Arizona, everyone is looking to save time. Getting your Eyebrows, Lip Liner, Lip Color, or Eyeliner permanently micro-pigmented in place allows you to avoid the daily time consuming hassle of applying your makeup in your morning routine. While you may still apply a foundation, mascara, and a bit of gloss, you can significantly cut down on the amount of time it takes to get ready to walk out the door. This is perfect for professionals who need to get out quickly in the morning to beat the morning traffic rush on their way to work!

Youthful Appearance – Despite our best efforts, the aging process does take its toll on our delicate facial features. Our lips will appear smaller and thinner as we get older and the color often becomes dull or non-existent. Our eyebrows and eyelashes often become sparser. Permanent makeup can help! Lips can be made to look fuller with a richer color, sparse eyebrows can be filled in and eyeliner can be permanently applied to make your lashes appear thicker.

No Smudging – In the Arizona sun, women often find that their makeup will smudge or even sweat right off within an hour of leaving their house. Why spend all that time applying your makeup and getting it just right, only to look in the mirror a short time later and realize your eyebrows have all but disappeared? Also, for women who are involved in active sports, such as swimming, hiking or exercising at the gym, permanent makeup will put an end to the makeup run off and you can feel confident that you always look your best.

Perfectly Applied Makeup Everyday – If you are someone who struggles to apply your makeup on a daily basis and get it just right, permanent makeup is a really great investment. Whether it’s because you have shaky hands or you are a perfectionist or otherwise, having permanent cosmetics will give you the convenience of having perfectly applied makeup every day the moment you wake up. No more uneven eyebrows or messy eyeliner!

Perfectly Designed Eyebrows – If you have over-plucked your eyebrows to the point where there is nothing left and you are stuck drawing them on day in and day out, it’s time to get permanent makeup. Permanent makeup eyebrows will give you perfectly designed eyebrows for your face shape and you will never again have to wake up and worry about drawing them on over and over again until they are even.

If you have been considering permanent makeup, but have questions or concerns, you can schedule a free, no obligation consultation at Deseret. Call 480-832-SKIN (7546) today!

How are spider veins treated?
Spider veins are typically treated with a combination of laser, light, or radiofrequency and injections. Injections or sclerotherapy is the gold standard for the treatment of spider veins. There are 2 FDA solutions used for sclerotherapy and they are Sotradecol and Polidocanol. Both are widely used and very safe. Sclerotherapy causes the vessel walls to become damaged and then the body reabsorbs the damaged spider vein much like it would a bruise. The laser, light or radiofrequency are frequently used in conjunction to decrease the size of the vein and cause a double injury to that treated vein. By incorporating these modalities we are able to reduce the total number of treatments.

How many treatments will I need?
The average patient requires 3-5 sessions that are spaced 1 month apart. Each procedure takes about 20 minutes with minimal to no discomfort. Compression stockings are worn for a period of time after each treatment to minimize bruising and decrease healing time.

What are the complications?
Sclerotherapy is very safe but with any procedure, there are some minor potential risks. The most common is mild itching and bruising. This itching resolves in a matter of minutes and the bruising resolves in 5-7 days. There have been rare reported cases of allergic reaction and on occasion, a small sore can occur at the injection site that resolves in 4-6 weeks.

Do the treatments hurt?
When doing sclerotherapy, a very small needle is used and many people hardly know they are being injected. The solution is not painful and this makes sclerotherapy a very tolerable procedure. If laser, light or radiofrequency devices are being used, these are hot, quick and you will leave with no residual discomfort. If any pain medication is needed after the treatments, Advil, Tylenol or Ibuprofen is all that is required.

Who benefits from permanent makeup?

EVERYONE, from the young to the elderly, who desires a soft, natural enhancement to their appearance. It is especially beneficial to people who can’t wear other cosmetics due to allergies and skin sensitivities; Active people who want to look their best for activities such as swimming, hiking, biking, tennis, aerobics, and those who don’t want to worry about “sweating off” or reapplying cosmetics. Also, the vision impaired who have difficulty applying their cosmetics, and others with motor impairments such as arthritis, Parkinson’s disease, multiple sclerosis, stroke survivors, and those with unsteady hands who cannot apply their own makeup, and busy people who don’t have time to spend on their makeup.

Are permanent cosmetics really permanent?

Technically, permanent cosmetics procedures are considered permanent because the color is implanted into the upper reticular part of the dermal layer of the skin and cannot be washed off. However, as with any tattoo, fading can and often does occur, requiring periodic maintenance, color re-enhancement or color re-freshing. Just like hair color, furniture that may be located near a window, or even house paint, pigment implanted in the skin may fade with time. It is important to consider this and all aspects of the procedure when selecting a potential permanent cosmetic makeup technician

Is it painful?

A topical numbing agent is applied prior to, and if needed, during each procedure to numb the skin and help ease any discomfort. Every client is different, some will feel vibrating or scratching and some will feel nothing at all. Some clients may experience slight swelling immediately after but it is usually not noticeable. Most can return to normal daily activities right away.

How’s it done?

Deseret uses Nouveau Contour, the first digitally driven Medical Pigmentation device that offers the only fully sealed one-time use needle cartridge system. This patented* cartridge system allows your technician to eliminate cross-contamination risks while providing optimal results in less time. The Intelligent is the best of German engineering, known among Medical Professionals for its high precision and consistent frequency due to its on-board microprocessor, provide less trauma and excellent results.

Your skin is your body’s biggest organ, covering almost 18 square feet and weighing about seven pounds. Treat it right with some of these healthy foods, some of which might surprise you. Besides recommending the usual restful night’s sleep and daily exercise, here are a few tips for preventing and eliminating skin irritation which can often lead to other skincare concerns.

For Breakouts

What to eat

Bright red and orange fruits and vegetables have beta carotene which your body converts to oil reducing Vitamin A. Green leafy vegetables contain Vitamin B6 which minimizes swelling, so pimples are reduced.

What to avoid

Iodine rich salt, shrimp and seaweed stimulate oil glands, inducing irritation of pores.

For Stress-Induced Wrinkles

What to eat

Fruits rich in color (such as berries) have Vitamin C which help to promote anti-aging, skin firming collagen and antioxidants. Orange seafood like salmon and lobster contain Astaxanthin, another potent antioxidant stronger than Vitamin C and E.

What to avoid

Excess sugar!  We must balance sugar intake because too much sugar can affect the skin, binding to collagen and elastin fibers, breaking down elasticity, resulting in sagging skin.

Dry Skin

What to eat

Drink lots of water and eats foods with good fats (which will help to keep cell walls strong and prevent water loss) like avocado and olive oil as well as citrus and kiwi (the potassium they contain regulates the body’s water levels). Cabbage has sulfur which can help to prevent dry, irritated skin.

What to avoid

Drinks like coffee and black tea dehydrate your internal tissues and skin. Most fried foods contain trans fats and hydrogenated oils which can often deplete levels of good fats and can lead to dry skin.

Rosacea

What to eat

A symptom of inflammation in the body, chronic rosacea often controlled by topical medication can also be managed by eating calming foods such as fish, cucumbers and licorice.  Turmeric seasoning, which gives curried dishes their marigold hue, is high in Curcumin, a powerful antioxidant and anti-inflammatory.

What to avoid

Hot foods (in temperature and spiciness) and alcohol and caffeine make blood vessels swell so skin appears redder. Niacin rich peanuts can also increase flushing.

First things first!

The first step was to have blood work done and get a bone density scan, which measures bone strength and can be used to detect osteoporosis. The blood work would tell them exactly if and where I was lacking in nutrients, and if I had any other issues that should be addressed; standard in examining one’s health. A bone density scan might sound strange, but it was easy and completely noninvasive. Not to mention I was able to get it done right next to Dr. Allen’s office so I didn’t have to drive all over Arizona. Same with the blood work. So far this process was a breeze, but I couldn’t wait to get my results back and find out what’s next.

When foods become targets of a person’s immune system;
*Delayed symptoms can occur that are nearly impossible
to link with a source and may affect any part of the body.
*They may exacerbate existing conditions.
*They can become repeatedly problematic

The common ailments associated with Food Allergies are:

AD(H)D/Obsessive Compulsive Disorder
Autism Spectrum Disorder
Alcoholism or other Addictions
Anxiety
Arthritis/Rheumatoid Arthritis

Asthma
Candidacies
Chronic Fatigue & Fibromyalgia
Chronic Infections
Colitis or Irritable Bowel/
Constipation/Diarrhea
Cravings/Eating disorders
Depression/Irritability

Mood swings, Tension
Fatigue
Fluid Retention
Foggy brain, Poor Concentration
Gas, Bloating
Gout
Headache or Migraines
Hives
Hyperactivity
Hypoglycemia
Irritable Bowel, Leaky
Gut Syndrome
Leaky Bladder
Multiple Sclerosis
Obsessive Compulsive
Disorders
PMS
Poor Absorption, vitamin/mineral deficiency
Seizures
Skin problems (acne,eczema, rashes)
Tourette’s Syndrome
Weight Gain

You can get tested today for delayed hypersensitivity reactions. Delayed (lgG) responses may cause delayed symptoms, such as joint or muscle pain, chronic headaches, fatigue, eczema, and psoriasis. Since lgG reactions often occur hours of days after particular foods are consumed, correlating symptoms can be difficult. The reactions can be subtle or severe, and may lead to chronic (long –term) symptoms and chronic degenerative conditions. This lab test requires only a small amount of blood taken form a finger-prick and is very easy to do. Something to consider.

Benefits or Progesterone:

Improves mood/decreases depression

Reduces perimenopause symptoms

Decreases miscarriages

Decreases bloating

Decreases headaches

Decreases PMS symptoms

Decreases ovarian cysts

Decreases osteoporosis

Decreases fibrocystic disease

Protects against breast cancer

Decreases heart disease

Decreases vaginal bleeding