Professional Exfoliation Treatment A.K.A. Chemical Peel Benefits

Chemical peels have a deep history in the cosmetic treatment realm.  They were the first cosmetic treatment every created dating back to "Cleopatra" Egyptian times from 3,000 A.D. when enzymes/acids were used from sour milk (lactic acid today), and wine (tartaric acid) to exfoliate the skin leaving a glow once skin sloughed off.  However, even though chemical peels have proven their safety and efficacy throughout the years the term chemical peel can be frightening to many people who envision raw skin or the "Samantha from Sex in the City" peel episode.  So another great term for chemical peel is "Professional exfoliation treatment."
Professional Exfoliation Treatment A.K.A. chemical peel benefits are many but here are some of the top benefits for your skin.  Each exfoliating acid has a different mechanism of action resulting in various benefits which is why many manufacturers blend multiple acids to exfoliate dead skin cells and reveal healthier, new ones.
Alpha hydroxy acids such as glycolics, lactics, malics, and mandelics are water-soluble acids that disolve fibrous bonds that hold skin cells together allowing for easier exfoliation.  Glycolic acids are great for stimulating collagen while lactic acids are great for pigment lightening and extra hydration.
Trichloroacetic acid (TCA) is very popular in many chemical peels such as VI peels by Kalil.  It is a great acid which dissolves aging dead skin cells to reveal new ones and produces collagen.
Chemical peels are also beneficial for reducing wrinkles by stimulating new collagen.  They also break down excess pigmentation caused by sun damage or "Melasma".  Many chemical peels include a popular ingredient: Retinoids which are a form of vitamin A. They are great at stimulating cell turnover, inhibiting pigmentation and producing new elastin and collagen.
Overall chemical peels and professional exfoliation treatments are ideal for anyone wanting to refresh and brighten their skin without a lot of downtime.
For more information benefits of exfoliation and chemical peels go to http://www.winterparklaser.com

Top Ways to Eliminate Rosacea without Prescriptions

April is National Rosacea Month which is why we feel it's appropriate to discuss the top non-prescription ways to treat and control the symptoms of Rosacea. This was created to bring awareness the the symptoms of Rosacea as it effects over 16 million American men and women. What is Rosacea? Rosacea symptoms include persistent redness, easily flushing, bumps or pustules on the cheeks, chin & forehead and broken capillaries on the cheeks and chin. Rosacea can affect all skin types but individuals with fair skin who tend to flush or blush easily are believed to be at greatest risk. Often times Rosacea is treated with prescriptions such as metrogel. Here are our top ways to eliminate Rosacea without Prescriptions: Intense Pulsed Light Photofacial: IPL can safely and effectively reduce dilated blood vessels, persistent redness or flushing, and acne-like breakouts. Green Light used on handpieces such as the Palomar Max G handpiece is attracted to the redness and blood in the broken capillaries. Once the light is absorbed & transferred into heat, the redness fades & the broken capillaries constrict and fade over 2-3 weeks. While patients see an improvement after one treatment, up to 5 treatments can be needed for optimal results. A recent clinical study showed 83% of patients experienced reduced redness, 75% had less flushing and improved skin texture, and 64% reported fewer acne-like breakouts after five treatment sessions. For more information on top ways to eliminate Rosacea without prescriptions go to www.winterparklaser.com or call (407) 601-1185. Winter Park Laser is located at 1155 N. Kentucky Ave. Winter Park FL 32789.

Winter Park Laser is Moving Orlando Medical Spa

Winter Park Laser is Getting a Face-lift-A NEW BUILDING! For the past 9 years Winter Park Laser has been so fortunate to grow thanks to the support of our many amazing clients-thus we are moving into a bigger state of the art new facility that includes the following: *5 treatment rooms * Large waiting room * Glass encased retail space, and a lot more SPACE! Please stop by any time for a tour! We will be moving to 1155 N Kentucky Ave Winter Park FL 32789 (right by the chick fil-a on 17-92) & we will open on January 2nd 2013 there for treatments. Thank you for all of your support & Happy Holidays!! Aneta Filardo Owner, CME, MBA Jennifer Calabrese Managing Director Kathryn Bies PA-C Medical Director: James F. Farrell M.D. Winter Park Laser and Anti-Aging Center www.winterparklaser.com * (407) 601-1185 SPECIAL HOLIDAY HOURS- OPEN 12/1/12-12/24/12 CLOSED 12/25/12-1/1/123 RE-OPEN 1/2/13 (at new location)

The Benefits of Combination Cosmetic Treatments

After running a medical spa for 8 years-Winter Park Laser & Anti-Aging Center in Orlando I have come to realize that surgical and non-surgical treatments are always stronger when paired together. Every client comes in to a med-spa or Plastic Surgeon's office and of course wants the ONE treatment that will make them look 10 years younger instantly. Unfortunately that doesn't really exist. A lot of times clients who have years of damage want to fix one area at a time with Botox or fillers and while they get a good result it is difficult to tell because the rest of the integrity and condition of their skin is waning. When cosmetic treatments are combined either surgical & non-surgical or just non-surgical treatments the results are much better. Here are some examples of great combination treatments we do at our Orlando Medical Spa-Winter Park Laser. #1 My favorite combo: Chemical peels & Laser resurfacing or IPL Intense Pulsed Light Photo-facials Why it works: Chemical peels will exfoliate dead skin leaving a fresher, brighter surface with tighter pores, while the laser will go deeper to stimulate collagen, elastyn & erase sun spots-awesome in combination together! #2 Velashape II & Liposuction or tummy tuck Why it works: After lipo or a tummy tuck lymphatic drainage treatments such as the Velashape II are great to smooth out any lumps & to stimulate circulation & lymphatic drainage for better, smoother results. #3 Botox with Ablative Laser Resurfacing for crows feet Why it works: The botox relaxes the muscles around the eyes creating a flatter surface for the laser to work on, giving it a more even surface allows for a deeper & better coverage of the laser beams around the eyes for a better result. For more information go to www.winterparklaser.com.

Lash Extensions Now Available at Winter Park Laser

Winter Park Laser & Anti-Aging Center is excited to announce the addition of "Lashes by Lavish" with Brandi Snyder to our Orlando Medical Spa. She will be in our office on Mondays & Saturdays with extended hours starting in 2013. Here is the information on eyelash extensions available for $250 for a full set & $60 for a fill: Amazing Individual lash extensions!! You will be obsessed! Never wear mascara again! Nova Lash… Award-winning, long-lasting, medical-grade lash extension adhesives have earned NovaLash its reputation as “the healthiest” professional eyelash extension system. Comprised of a wide-ranging palette of colors, textures and sizes of eyelash extensions that can be combined for looks that run the gamut from subtle and natural to trendy and glamorous; each lash application is a work of art with an intricate finish. What Are NovaLash Lash Extensions? NovaLash Lash Extensions are a glamorous new way to extend the length and thickness of natural eyelashes, and are a practical, convenient and beautiful alternative to the daily use of mascara. Unlike decades-old, traditional false lashes, lash extensions are the first innovation in lash lengthening that can be worn daily, without nightly removal. Because each tapered, synthetic lash is bonded to a single natural lash, the final result is of effortless glamour and difficult to detect even close up. For more information or to schedule an appointment at Winter Park Laser call (407) 601-1185 or go to http://lashesbylavish.com/lashes or www.winterparklaser.com