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    Clean Skin and Clear Pores with Clarisonic Smart Profile

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    allysonShould I be using a Clarisonic?

    Clarisonic is a hand held rotary facial device that uses a patented sonic wave to blast dirt, oil, pollution, and makeup out of your pores. The result is smoother, softer skin with the added benefit of better topical product absorption. At Corbett Cosmetic we offer the Clarisonic Smart Profile. This is a more powerful device resulting in 11x better makeup removal than hands alone and gentle enough to use twice daily and your skin will be more receptive to the products you apply.  We recommend using this in conjunction with the     G R A S S skincare routine.  Welcome to the best skin of your life.

    Allyson- Licensed Aesthetician at the MedicalSpa at Corbett Cosmetic

     

    allysonIf you are tired of shaving, you should try laser hair removal.  Laser Hair Removal has become the preferred option and hair removal continues to be the #1 requested aesthetic treatment. Permanent hair removal happens when light passes through the skin and is absorbed by individual hair follicles. The process damages the hair follicles enough to inhibit future growth. The Cynosure Icon System offers high peak power and state-of-the-art cooling resulting in fast treatments with excellent results!  When using the laser as the preferred method of hair removal, one must commit to an average of 6 treatments.  Each treatment is administered about 6-8 weeks apart.  This treatment regimen will provide a nice result.  You will no longer have razor burn or angry,painful red bumps that appear as a result of ingrown hairs.  You will simply experience smooth, hair free skin until the growth cycle renews.  Each treatment, you will see less and less hair reappearing, eventually ending your love/hate relationship with your razor.

    Allyson- Licensed Aesthetician at the MedicalSpa at Corbett Cosmetic

    allysonWhat is IPL?

    If hyperpigmentation is your concern, you are not alone.  1.972 BILLION other people have that same concern. Say goodbye to sun damage, blotchy redness, hyperpigmentation, small facial veins, and more! Intense Pulsed Light (IPL) or PhotoFacial uses pulsed light to penetrate the skin. The result is blood vessel constriction, collagen formation, and lifting away brown spots. The procedure is quick and requires no downtime. The best candidates for IPL are people with light, untanned skin. IPL can effectively improve skin texture, eliminate discolorations, reduce pore size, and minimize wrinkles and fine lines.  To keep your results in check, we recommend protecting your investment with SkinMedica’s Lytera for your at-home treatment.  Lytera is applied morning and night and contains a combination of ingredients that effectively reduce the appearance of skin discoloration and dark spots in as little as 4 weeks.  It has similar efficacy to 4% hydroquinone but unlike hydroquinone, Lytera can be used continuously where as hydroquinone’s recommended treatment is 3 months on, 3 months off .  IPL treatment in conjunction with Lytera will give you a fantastic result of a glowing, more even complexion.

    Allyson- Licensed Aesthetician at the MedicalSpa at Corbett Cosmetic

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    Myth 3: “My filler will last forever, right?”

    The honest answer to this question is NO they will not last FOREVER with only ONE treatment. Dermal fillers are fillers that treat volume loss in most areas of the face including lips, nasal labial folds, chin, cheeks, tear troughs, under eyes, jaw line and  temples.  Most hyaluronic acid fillers (Restylane, Perlane, Silk, and Juvederm) will last anywhere from 6-12 months with one treatment. However; if you can tolerate minor maintenance about every 6-8+ months, you can achieve and maintain amazing results that last.   Keep in mind results also depend on which filler you choose, what area we treat, and how much product we use. The most common filler complaints I have encountered are a result of inadequate amount of product being placed.  Perhaps you needed 2 syringes and chose to place only one syringe, you may not achieve your optimal result. For this very reason I am all about consultation and catering to each patient’s needs and what will work best for your lifestyle. Another hyaluronic option is Juvederm Voluma, specifically for cheek volume. With adequate treatment you can expect to see results for up to 2 years. The last option is Sculptra Aesthetic, or poly-L-lactic acid (PLLA). This is also a filler used to add volume; however, in a few days the initial volume diminishes, and the PLLA microparticles remain to stimulate your own collagen production. With adequate treatment you can expect to see natural results for 2-5 years. I strongly recommend you consult with your practitioner and ask plenty of questions prior to having a treatment. This will help to eliminate any confusion, and also aid in the selection of type and amount of product that best fits YOU.  🙂

    allysonShould I be using eye cream?

    The answer is YES.  The skin around the eyes is delicate and thin and one of the first areas to show signs of aging.  Eye creams with antioxidants and growth factors can help keep the skin around the eyes hydrated, treat signs of aging, and make your entire complexion appear more youthful. Neocutis Lumière Eye Cream  is a favorite in our Medical Spa as it targets fine lines and dark circles using growth factors to repair fine lines, hyaluronic acid to hydrate, and caffeine to treat puffiness/dark circles.  Not only can it be used under the eye, it is also indicated for the eyelids.  Of course prevention of damage is always key, so sunscreen and sunglasses are important as well.  Tackle these premature signs of aging by prevention and treatment for your best result.

    Allyson- Licensed Aesthetician at the MedicalSpa at Corbett Cosmetic

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    Before and After with use of Neocutis Lumière Eye Cream

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    04/14/2015
    InStyle April 2015 “Beauty at Any Age”

    “Got dark circles?” This article in the April 2015 issue of InStyle magazine recommends adding a cream with caffeine to your eye-illuminating plan for an added boost. Lumière Bio-Restorative Eye Cream (with caffeine) is just the trick for reducing the appearance of under eye darkness!

    allysonI can not stress enough the importance of using SPF daily. Too many people think that they only need sunscreen when they are “going out in the sun”. All of those people don’t realize that the majority of sun exposure we get is incidental. When you walk out of your house, to your car, or any time (during the day) you are not wearing SPF,  sun damage is happening. Sun damage will occur in the form brown spots, broken blood vessels, wrinkles, fine lines, even skin cancer. If you want to look young for as long as possible, wear SPF daily.  If you are investing in Botox/Dysport , Filler, IPL, Chemical Peels, etc, you must protect your investment and wear sunscreen.  I am currently obsessed with SkinMedica Total Defense and Repair.  It is labeled a “Super Screen” because not only does it protect from UVA/UVB but also from infrared and heat.  It is the currently the only super screen on the market with this capability.  I also love the ZO Oclipse Sunscreen and primer.  It is a physical sunscreen, which means it does not penetrate, it sits on top of the skin.  It is a broad spectrum, SPF 30 that also behaves as a makeup primer.  (love it)

    Allyson- Licensed Aesthetician at the MedicalSpa at Corbett Cosmetic

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    Louisville
    13125 Eastpoint Park Blvd
    Suite 102
    Louisville, KY 40223

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