Hyaluronic Acid......you are what you eat!!
Content written by:Carina Wolff for DermStore
It’s no secret that what you eat can affect your skin. You might already try to eat foods high in antioxidants like vitamin A and vitamin E to help improve your complexion.
However, there’s another nutrient you might not be as familiar with that can do wonders for your skin.
Hyaluronic acid is a compound that occurs naturally in your body, and it is responsible for attracting and retaining moisture. It is thought to improve cell-to-cell interaction and promote collagen synthesis, which can prevent wrinkles and improve your skin’s texture.
Your body does make its own hyaluronic acid, but as you age, your production of it diminishes. Some people choose to inject hyaluronic acid as a dermal filler, which can help add volume to the skin.
Others apply it topically, which won’t produce as dramatic or lasting results—as it can’t reach the deepest layers of the skin—but can still smooth the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles.
If you want to increase your levels of hyaluronic acid in other ways, you can look to your diet.
There are a number of foods that contain the compound that can help your skin stay supple and smooth.
Foods like leafy greens contain magnesium, which is a necessary catalyst to help with HA production in the body. Other foods that are high in magnesium include avocado, nuts, fruits and seeds. Salads loaded with all these ingredients are a great way to boost magnesium content while getting your fair share of other nutrients along with it as well.
To learn more - click on the link below!!
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Source: https://www.dermstore.com/blog/foods-high-in-hyaluronic-acid/
What Does Glycolic Acid Do For Your Skin? Dermatologists Explain.
We just LOVE the “What Does Glycolic Acid Do For Your Skin? Dermatologists Explain.” written by Julia Brucculieri for Huffpost.
Here at DERMASPACE we use Glycolic daily and dozens of clients of all different skin types with great results. Our most popular facial is our Iderm Facial Treatment w/ Glycolic which will run you about $160.
We also carry an amazing product called, Glycolic Gel Pads.
It acts like a Micro peel with glycolic acid at low pH (3.5), hydrating peptides, and botanical extracts. Smoothes, firms, helps clear acne, and improves pore appearance.
Benefits
Gently removes dead cell build up on surface to improve luminosity and even tone
Lessens the appearance of fine lines with continued use
Can be used as wash-off or leave-on product
Helps clear acne breakouts by preventing new- and dissolving existing dead cell plugs in pores
You can pick up this amazing product HERE!!
Dermaspace Wins MINDBODY Visionary Award
MINDBODY Visionary Awards
August 10, 2018
Contact: Jody Leon
Dermaspace Inc.
jodyleon@dermaspace.com
206-849-6620
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Dermaspace Wins MINDBODY Visionary Award
Seattle, WA – August, 10, 2018 – Dermaspace has been honored in the inaugural MINDBODY Visionary Awards, given for business excellence fitness, beauty and wellness industries.
“The MINDBODY Visionary Awards are our way of celebrating the businesses owners we serve, for both their success and for how they translate that into helping their communities live healthier, happier lives,” said Rick Stollmeyer, MINDBODY CEO and co-founder. “Connecting the world to wellness starts in our own backyards, and our honorees deserve to be recognized for their commitment and achievements.”
Electrotherapy Skincare, also known as “The Skin Gym”. It’s like physical therpay for your skin!
“The Iderm Treatment is serious skin care for the serious client who’s looking to take their regimen to the next level. We couldn’t be more honored to be able to help clients achieve their skincare goals and to feel better about themselves inside and out.” – Jody Leon, Owner
The MINDBODY Visionary Award is given to businesses who have an average monthly revenue in the top 30% of all MINDBODY customers between January and June 2018.
About Jody Leon
Jody Leon has been a licensed professional in the skin & hair-care industry for over 25 years and holds licensure in both California and Washington State. He started Dermaspace in 2009 which is located in downtown Seattle and is currently writing a book on skincare, to be release in the fall of 2019.
Dermaspace is the home of the Iderm Facial Treatment and is the only such establishment in Washington state that performs this unique facial treatment. The Iderm Treatment is skin detox at its best: You will notice immediately after the first treatment how utterly clean your skin feels. Regular treatments help with acne and rosacea, diminish fine lines, even skin tone, and provide a clearer complexion. Clients come for regular treatments every 2-6 weeks.
About MINDBODY
MINDBODY, Inc. (NASDAQ: MB) is the leading technology platform for the fitness, beauty and wellness industries. Local entrepreneurs worldwide use MINDBODY’s integrated software and payments platform to run, market and build their businesses. Consumers use MINDBODY to more easily find, engage and transact with fitness, wellness and beauty providers in their local communities. For more information on how MINDBODY is helping people lead healthier, happier lives by connecting the world to fitness, beauty and wellness, visit mindbodyonline.com.
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Coming Soon - RevitaPen Iderm Facial
THE IDERM-REVITAPEN TREATMENT - $215
All Skin Types / Approx. 75 minutes
Can be added to other services for an additional cost.
*not to be combined with our Glycolic or PCA Chemical Peel facials.
Take your skincare to the next level with this non-invasive method that enhances product absorption to create immediate, visible results with little to no downtime.
Unique sphere-shaped tips perform gently on the skin to create micro-channels allowing active ingredients to be driven deep into the dermis for ultimate skin rejuvenation.
It’s proven to be a game changer for your facial services.
Plump, luminous complexion
Improved firmness and elasticity
Increased hydration and softness
Minimizes pore size and blemishes
Evens skin complexion and reduces age spots and hyperpigmentation
Treat acne and inflammation
Your esthetician will discuss which serums will be used and/or cocktailed to create a custom service during your session.
POST PROCEDURE EXPECTATIONS
Days 1 - 4
The skin will be tighter, firmer, plumper and will look radiant. You may feel dryness as the top layer of the skin experiences a gentle exfoliation.
Days 5 - 7
More specific results of the facial will be seen during this time. Skin will be firmer, more evenly toned and noticeable positive results based on the targeted skin concern may become more apparent.
Contraindications
May perform treatment but avoid areas listed below:
• Active Blemishes
• Skin Tags
• Dermatosis Papulose Nigra
• Scars less than 6 months old
• Severe Solar Keratosis
• Psoriasis
• Eczema
We are unable to perform treatment on individuals with:
• Scleroderma
• Undiagnosed lesions, rashes, or skin infections
• Recent herpes outbreaks
• Severe cases of Rosacea
• Diabetes and other auto-immune system disorders
• Undergoing cancer treatment
• Nursing or pregnant women
TREATMENT SERUMS
STEMFACTOR GROWTH SERUM
This deeply hydrating treatment is designed to nourish dry skin and plump up fine lines by stimulating new cells to build collagen.
Over 600 growth factors and skin proteins derived from adult stem cells that are easily recognized by the skin to improve all aspects of skin damage and aging. Advanced technology utilizing exosomes that encapsulate the growth factors and proteins increasing penetration, stability and activating more receptors to enhance results. It gently restores the repair process and stimulates new cells to build collagen and elastin, heal hyperpigmentation and reverse aging. This unique, lightweight serum inspires the skin for a radiant, youthful complexion.
VITAPRO FACIAL INFUSION SERUM
A treatment designed for those seeking results for anti-aging, rosacea, melasma, hyperpigmentation and reduction in scarring.
A potent infusion of an absorbable form of age-reversing Vitamin A – Retinaldehyde with 23 active ingredients generates a 30-day collagen production increase. It is unique because it avoids damaging the epidermis by penetrating several high-dose active ingredients into the dermis through liposomal delivery. Facial Infusion enhances results for acne, aging, rosacea and hyperpigmentation.
Best results in about 14 days. A series of 6 treatments is recommended for optimal benefits.
RENEW VITAMIN A SERUM
Renew is designed for resilient or conditioned skin types who desire a dramatic restoration of the skin rejuvenation process. The most potent combination of fibroblast stimulators encourages the reversal of the skin aging.
CATALYST AC-11 LEVEL 3 DNA REPAIR SERUM
Catalyst AC-11 is our level 3 serum, appropriate for all skin types. It contains a patented formula that activates your natural zinc finger remodeling process, which is a critical part of DNA repair. The unique combination of vitamin C, amino acids and minerals also encourages the skin to increase collagen and elastin production, promotes wound healing and improves sun protection. The benefits of these serums can be seen with skin tags, broken capillaries, fine lines and wrinkles, scarring, and pigmentation.
ADD ONS
Décolleté $20
Hands $20
All treatments will be customized by adding special powder blends for increased skin correction.
(included in pricing)
POWDER BLEND ADD-ONS
Anti-Aging Blend
Skin Type: Anti-Aging
The Anti-Aging Powder Blend encourages scar tissue remodeling, enhances growth factor and skin nutrition delivery, reduces bacteria and increases antioxidant protection.
Ingredients: 1,3 Beta Glucan, CoQ10, Niacinamide
Calming Blend
Skin Type: Red and Irritated Skin, Rosacea Skin, Inflamed Acneic Skin
The Calming Blend significantly reduces redness and irritation by combining Chinese herbs and soothing botanicals to boost your skin’s repair activity and calm inflammation.
Ingredients: Aloe, Spatholobus, Sanguisorba, Willow Herb, Glutamic Acid, Glycine, Histidine, Lysiene, Leucine, Phenylalanine, Serine, Proline, Tryptophan, Valine, GABA, Copper Gluconate, Zinc Oxide, Ornithine, Selenium, R-Lipoic Acid
Acne Blend
All Skin Types, especially Acneic, and as a Spot Treatment for Breakouts
Acne Powder Blend helps clear stubborn bacteria, encourages scar tissue remodeling and improves wound healing giving you everything you need to fight breakouts.
Ingredients: 1,3 Beta Glucan, L-Mandelic Acid, Willow Herb, Tea Tree Oil
Vitamin C Blend
Aging Skin, Lackluster or Dull Skin
Feeding your skin Vitamin C not only protects your skin from environmental damage and prevents the formation of free radicals, but it also provides it with the components necessary for collagen production. This blend serves as a powerful antioxidant that increases skin repair. Combine Vitamin C with Skin Nutrition and create a deeper level of repair that allows for damaged DNA to renew itself leading to pigment normalization, healing of capillaries and an improvement of many skin condition
Ingredients: Ascorbic Acid, Tocopherol, Glutathione.
Lightening Blend
Hyperpigmentation and Photo Damaged Skin
The Lightening Powder Blend utilizes a combination of amino acids that focus on treating and lightening pigmentation. Increase the efficacy of this powder by combining it with Vitamin C Powder Blend.
Ingredients: Aspartic Acid, L-Glutamine, Glycine, Glutamic Acid, Histidine, Lysine, Leucine, Phenylalanine, Methionine, Serine, Proline, Tryptophan, Valine, 1,3 Beta Glucan
Skin Nutrition Blend
All Skin Types
Increase the level of nutrition in your skin with this blend of powerful amino acids that provide the building blocks to create proteins such as collagen.
Heal the skin and support it's structural network in the dermis while helping to form the Natural Moisturizing Factors in the stratum corneum Combine Skin Nutrition with Vitamin C and create a deeper level of repair that allows for damaged DNA to renew itself leading to pigment normalization, healing of capillaries and an improvement of many skin conditions.
Ingredients: Glutamic Acid, Glycine, Histidine, Lysiene, Leucine, Phenylalanine, Serine, Proline, Tryptophan, Valine, GABA, Copper Gluconate, Zinc Oxide, Ornithine, Selenium, R-Lipoic Acid
L-Hyaluronic Acid Powder Active
All Skin Types, especially Dry/Dehydrated Skin
L-Hyaluronic Acid is a natural moisture factor working to deliver moisture to the top layers of the epidermis.
L-Mandelic Acid Powder Active
Aging Skin, Acneic Skin, Hyperpigmented Skin
L-Mandelic serves as a gentle, but effective, antibacterial providing lightening properties at the same time.
Niacinamide Powder Active
All Skin Types, Aging Skin, Rosacea, Acneic Skin, Sallow Skin
Niacinamide will benefit every aspect of your skin by increasing its food supply which determines how responsive and healthy it can be. Deliver antioxidants and growth factors to areas in need while providing antibacterial properties at the same time.
DERMASPACE mentioned in Seattle Magazine - December 2017
Craziest Facial EVER?!! by Seanna Miriah
Local blogger Seanna Miriah came and checked out Dermaspace and did a great piece on us - check it out!!
Craziest Facial EVER?!!
What have I gotten myself into this time?? 😂
I was contacted by the owner, Jody, of DermaSpace in downtown Seattle to do a vlog about their strange but beneficial electrotherapy facial and I could have jumped out of my seat when I saw the email. What an amazing concept and being the adventurous gal that I am,
I said "OF COURSE I will let you hook me up to an electrical current and attach it to my face."
This treatment has actually been around for a really long time and is even used with athletes to help work topical aid into their sore muscles. Makes sense that you could do the same with skincare remedies for your face. Celebrities have discovered this treatment and it is widely used in major cities like NY, LA, and now Seattle!
Jody started out with a gentle face cleanse and exfoliated then brought this sucker out you see below. Most people don't watch the process live as they are getting it but since I was balancing my camera on my stomach I could see the viewfinder the whole time and I couldn't help but giggle.
I looked like a Teddy Bear.
This cone was actually around back in the 1930's. I relate it to the concept of putting a towel over your head then standing over hot water to steam. This is great for opening pores and assisting with cleaning them out. So the cone essentially "steamed my face" and I tell you what, it smelled reaaallly good in their and was quite relaxing!
I was so thankful to be in an environment where my filming not only wasn't awkward but invited so I got to play with different camera angles and such. What a relief!
After 15 minutes the cone was removed and he used a very small vacuum device as well as a rolling technique on any problem areas I had to extract the dirt below the surface. I always pack on so much foundation on my nose since that's (unfortunately) the one place I sunburn the most so the skin won't cover with just one layer of foundation. I feel that I really have to pack it on, hence, more dirt/foundation/product jammed into my pores. I've noticed little specks on the tip of it and it always bothered me. This part actually did hurt just a tad because it was my first facial and grrrrl, my skin was capital D-i-r-t-y.
Next, you will see why this process is actually known as
"The Hannibal Lecter Facial"
The machine goes up to a level 10 but newbies start at about a 1 or a 2.
He did try a little tester to see how high it would go before I felt anything and I got to a six before I said, "Oh yeaaah I feel it" I thought I really was dead inside for a second there.
Light tingles vibrate throughout the face and I could visually see my heart beat pulsating the ceiling. That's how I knew the blood was really circulating and made me think, "MAAAN I'm going to come out of this thing like I took that youth serum on Death Becomes Her!!"
I sat for about 20 mns and just relaxed in thought, enjoying the music.
The feel of my skin afterwords was UNREAL. It's hard to explain but it was like someone else's skin. I didn't recognize the feeling of it with my fingertips. It was a little red like Jody said it would be and I had a few spots where there were more focused extractions. The little brown dots on my nose, all GONE! I almost don't want to wear makeup at the moment; I just want to enjoy my young looking and feeling skin for awhile before I go slapping on my usual spackle.
So I have an entire video I made of the experience and I would love for you to go watch and give it a big thumbs up. Giggle along with me.
Also, Jody has mentioned that he isn't taking any new clients but has three estheticians in his office that would gladly provide this exact same service plus, new clients get $15 off their first visit!
If you go let them know I sent ya!
You can get more info on their website here DermaSpace.
The office is located in downtown Seattle next to Nordstrom.
Thanks for visiting! :)
X's & O's
Seanna
HAPPY HOLIDAYS
Just a quick note to all our followers that we wish you a very Happy Holiday season and look forward to a fab 2017.
Cheers!!!
NEW ADD-ON SERVICE AT DERMASPACE
DRAMATICALLY IMPROVE THE LOOK AND FEEL OF YOUR SKIN WITH THE SOOTHING, RELAXING ENERGY OF CELLUMA!
Celluma’s unique LED technology emits safe, UV-free low-level light energy that profoundly affects tissue at the cellular level. Blue, red and near-infrared lights are the most commonly used wavelengths in LED phototherapy. These specific wavelengths are well researched and scientifically proven to produce therapeutic benefits. Blue light penetrates through the epidermis and is known to kill P. acnes bacteria. Red light penetrates into the dermal layer and has been shown to enhance collagen and elastin production through photo-biostimulation of fibroblasts for improved skin tone, quality, clarity, and texture. Near-infrared light penetrates deepest to increase micro-circulation and tissue repair, as well as decrease inflammation and reduce pain.
WITH CELLUMA - ACNE DOESN'T STAND A CHANCE
Let’s clarify: When P. acne bacteria builds up in pores, skin becomes inflamed, causing acne lesions and blemishes. Celluma light therapy works safely and effectively, without abrasive chemicals, harmful UV-rays or side effects, to destroy this acne-causing bacteria — not only clearing up existing blemishes, but preventing future breakouts before they happen.
THE RESULTS ARE ILLUMINATING
Reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles, while experiencing an improvement in skin texture, quality and smoothness. Using wavelengths that are scientifically proven to stimulate fibroblasts to increase collagen and elastin, Celluma’s low-level light therapy is a safe, effective way to achieve a healthy, youthful glow in a natural, non-toxic, non-invasive manner.
LED THERAPY CAN BE ADDED TO MOST OF OUR EXISTING TREATMENTS - JUST MENTION IT WHEN YOU ARRIVE TO YOUR SCHEDULED APPOINTMENT.
Your skincare professional will advise you.
$30 ADDITIONAL CHARGE
(please note this will increase your appointment by approximately 30 minutes)
