6 Skincare Resolutions for the New Year

With the holidays behind us it’s time to gear up for the New Year – the one time of year when we put pen to paper to outline all our resolutions. While losing weight and saving money may top your list this year, don’t forget about your skin. Here are some quick and easy resolutions your skin will love in 2012:

 

Protect your skin from the sun everyday: Make a commitment to protect your skin from UV damage and wear sunscreen under your makeup or purchase makeup that has at least SPF 15. If you don’t know what’s right for your skin type ask your doctor what they recommend. UV damage can cause premature wrinkles and sun spots. By protecting your skin from UV rays you will continue to look more youthful throughout the New Year!

 

Throw away outdated skincare products: Make-up that hasn’t been used in a while and outdated skincare products may be hosting bacteria and can cause breakouts. Open the medicine cabinet and empty your make-up bag. If you haven’t touched that skincare product or piece of makeup in a few months it’s time to say goodbye. Your skin will thank you later.

 

Sleep without make-up: Not removing your make-up is one of the worst don’ts when it comes to your skincare routine. Makeup clogs pours and can leave your complexion looking dull. Wash, tone and moisturize your skin every night before bed this year.

 

Exfoliate: This is the step most people skip as part of their skincare routine. Try exfoliating at least once a week with an at home facial scrub – you will see an immediate difference. If you can make it into the office, try microdermabrasion, a chemical peel or hydrafacial. Peels in particular can take years off your face.

 

Consult a trained professional before pursuing aesthetician services (Botox, dermal fillers): Minimally invasive procedures including Botox® and dermal fillers such as Artefill®, Juvederm® or Restylane® continue to grow in popularity.  But not every physician is trained to perform these procedures. Make sure you check the physician’s credentials and validate they have extensive experience using the products they have recommended.

 

Manage stress: Stress affects your health and over time can cause over-production of oil and inflammation which results in bad skin. Relieve stress this year by taking a walk, going to a yoga class or taking up a hobby. You will stay happier, your health will improve and it will be reflected on the outside.

Dr. Dima Ali speaks to physicians and practice managers in Baltimore, MD

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Dr. Dima Ali speaks to physicians and practice managers in Baltimore, MD

 

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Reston, VA December 7, 2011:  Dr. Dima Ali (WellMedica Aesthetic & Anti-Aging Medicine, Reston, VA) speaks to physicians and practice managers about how Artefill brings value to patients and provides long lasting permanent results.  Artefill® is a permanent injectable implant manufactured by Suneva Medical in San Diego, CA.  Suneva is a medical technology company focused on developing, manufacturing and commercializing novel, differentiated aesthetic products for the dermatology, plastic and cosmetic surgery markets. The Company’s long-lasting injectable product is marketed as Artefill® in the U.S. to correct facial wrinkles.  Among the other speakers were Kate Gilbert, VP Marketing for Suneva Medical, Doug Abel, Executive VP for Suneva Medical and Joel Joel Nunnelly, Medical Consulting Group, LLC, Owner.

Dr. Dima is a leading expert in minimally invasive cosmetic procedures and recognized as a leading facial filler expert.

 

 

 

About WellMedica Aesthetic & Anti-Aging Medicine

WellMedica is committed to the individual, empowering you to look and feel better about yourself through an array of medically directed procedures in a nurturing and soothing environment. Offering a diversity of treatments and services, WellMedica is dedicated to providing you with the latest technologies available today.   Dr. Dima Ali, President and founder of WellMedica, combines artistry with medicine and a deep commitment to your satisfaction. She concentrates exclusively on nonsurgical procedures to enhance, shape and improve the face and body. Dr. Ali believes that looking good should be pleasurable and affordable. We invite you to discover the many opportunities available to you.

 

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Newest alternative to Botox and Dysport is here

The introduction of Botox by Allergan in the 1990’s proved to be a paradigm shift in cosmetic surgery as it was a safe and easy treatment that worked and had no previous type of treatment.  Obviously Botox was the first and still the
most popular neurotoxin (now called neuromodulator) with millions of treatments all over the world.  Like any industry, progress introduces competition and several years ago Medicis introduced their product Dysport which although not exactly the same drug as Botox, has the same results.  Dysport has caught on and is a popular option for some patients that prefer it to Botox for various reasons, one of them being it is a little less expensive.

Xeomin is the third neuromodulator to be FDA approved in this country and will represent yet another option for patients seeking improvement of facial wrinkles.  Xeomin has been used around the world for safe and effective treatment of facial wrinkles since 1995. Although all these products are technically known as botulinum toxin A, they all have slightly different chemical structures.  Xeomin is the first neuromodulator that is processed in a manner to eliminate a part of the molecule known as the accessory protein coat.  It is this protein that contributes to allergic reactions.  Users of Xeomin can expect the same results as Botox or Dysport although the initial price will probably be less.  Otherwise the products are administered the same and have the same results that last the same amount of time.  The number of units injected with Xeomin is compatible with Botox injections.

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