Category Archives: ANTI-AGING + PROCEDURES + MEDICAL AESTHETICS

Arque Derma: Artistic Restoration Lift at the InjectAbility Clinic, Torrance

January 29, 2017

ARQUE DERMA 

Pronounced ‘ARC DERMA,’ ArqueDerma® in Latin means ‘to inject the skin’. The name ArqueDerma® imparts a seamless mix of the artistic, ‘Arque’ (classical architecture – arches, buttresses, corbels), and medical science, ‘Derma’.

ArqueDerma® Artistic Restoration Lift® is an original, patented non-surgical face lift methodology developed by Leslie Fletcher, RN, MEP-C  to deliver FDA approved dermal fillers such as Voluma™, Juvederm®, Restylane®, and Perlane® more effectively to the skin.

I recently tried this and I am totally wowed. I had no idea what to expect and thought I was just getting a little upkeep to stay lifted and fresh. But Arque Derma goes was deeper than that. It’s not about filling one little area or just plumping up your skin. The goal is deep, just like the description. One of my favorite people in the biz, Michele G. Messiah, PA-C, Board Certified Physician Assistant took excellent care of me and I was privileged to have the renown Leslie Fletcher consulting and giving me the inside scoop on this worthy procedure.

Arque Derma is something to plan for as you will most certainly bruise and not just your little freezer or filler spot here and there. You will need a good solid week to 10 days for the bruising to really subside – so make sure you follow all pre and post procedure protocol and plan for some downtime.

I can assure you it will all be worth it. The effects are incredible. I was treated in areas I never considered before or even thought of. As I get older, it seems my face in changing in subtle ways I am not even noticing, but these experts are. And yes, they are subtle – but it all adds up. So this Arque Derma, coupled with the Profound treatment I did in November (article comes out soon) with the phenom Dr. Ben Talei, are sure to hold me over for a good while.

I also fell in love with this place in general. They are full service, incredibly staffed with experts and KNOW WHAT THEY ARE DOING. It’s a little drive from your usual Bev Hills, but 100 percent worth it.

ArqueDerma provides natural, more dramatic results not achievable using conventional filler techniques offered by most clinics. Unlike conventional volume replacement techniques, the ArqueDerma technique utilizes dermal fillers as strategic relocation vectors to redistribute and direct the patient’s own tissue toward the facial hollows that have formed. Using the ArqueDerma technique, we are able to collect your descended excess facial volume and redirect it to create a more youthful look to embellish your natural beauty.

The cost for a dermal filler procedure is usually charged per syringe. Utilizing your own descended volume allows us to use less dermal filler product, making the ArqueDerma technique more economical than conventional methods.

See ArqueDerma.com for more information.

 

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MICHELE MESSIAH, PA-C  – Board Certified Physician Assistant

Michele G. Messiah, PA-C is a Board Certified Physician Assistant specializing in dermatology and aesthetics. Michele earned her Masters of Science degree in Physician Assistant studies at Western University of Health Sciences in Pomona, California. Michele also holds a degree in Psychology- Biology from UCLA. Michele is fluent is Spanish and French.
Her specialties include administering aesthetic injectables such as Botox and dermal fillers in a very natural way.  Having worked in Beverly Hills, CA she has injected many celebrities.  She had to learn the fine art of using cosmetic injectables in a way that is undetectable under the harsh high definition lights on camera.  Her patients needed to be able to express their emotions during a scene, but still wanted a more relaxed look.  Using techniques she gleaned from InjectAbility® Institute, such as MicroTox®, InstaTox®, and the patented ArqueDerma® Artistic Restoration Lift® technique she was able to offer the best of the natural look of injectables to her celebrity clientele.  With her extensive dermatology background, she also specializes in treating acne, acne scarring, hyperpigmentation, and melasma. She is a member of SDPA (Society of Dermatology Physician Assistants) California Academy of Physician Assistants (CAPA).

PERSONAL PHILOSOPHY:

“During my physician assistant rotations, I fell in love with the diversity that dermatology offers.  Once I started my practice, I was captivated by the ability to make my cosmetic patients so happy and comfortable with their appearance. This became my driving motivator.  As a perfectionist, I never want to deliver sub-par results, so I quickly sought out the expertise of the known aesthetic industry icon, InjectAbility Institute. It was here that I found my inspiration to excel to my highest potential. The collaboration with the Institute was a catalyst for me to soar to my highest potential.  I’m excited to bring my clinical experience to the patients at InjectAbility Clinic.”

HISTORY WITH INJECTABILITY

From Leslie: “Michele and I have been working together for several years now.  I have spent time with her in her practice, and she has spent ample time training and precepting.  I have seen her flourish in the aesthetic industry as her passion for all things creative and advanced have driven her to the highest level of patient care. She is so enthusiastic about her career; I knew she would be a perfect fit for the VIP program. She will be splitting time from her current position in Beverly Hills to share her talents with our patients one day a week here at InjectAbility.”

From Michele: “When I was asked to participate in the VIP program at the Injectability Institute, I thought it was such a compliment.  I hold Leslie and her staff in such a high regard in the aesthetic industry. I consider it an honor to work side by side with the person who taught me all their specialized techniques.  I do believe Leslie is one of the best injectors around and her passion for aesthetics is contagious.  Her enthusiasm for staying on top of the latest and greatest treatments available is exceptional. The professionalism at the InjectAbility Institute is top notch and I am extremely honored to be part of their team.”

InjectAbility Clinic

Address :  2223 Torrance Blvd., Torrance, CA – 90501

Tel : 310-879-5662

OY-L Skincare – Beauty Without Secrets

January 24, 2017

OY-L is divine and my new fave obsession. Here’s why…

We take a stand for women’s skin.

“Before my daughter became ill I spent hundreds of thousands of dollars on skin care products and had never once looked at the label.”

– Andrea Pierce-Naymon, Founder OY-L Skincare

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PUTTING AN END TO BEAUTY SECRETS

I grew up like the rest of the women of my generation. As a teenager I found skin care and cosmetics within my price range at the drug store and as I matured and my income rose, I aspired to department store brands and then luxury lines. I treasured these brands and I trusted them.

As my daughter became a teenager herself, I saw no problem with her following my example. When she began experiencing unexplained weakness, pain and discomfort, I became consumed with researching everything that went into her body. I quickly found out that much of what she (and all of us) used every day was toxic. I became determined to find a natural solution for her, for me and for every mother and daughter who would listen.

I left the fashion, style and retail world to create OY-L an all natural skin care line on a mission to provide beauty without secrets.

SUSTAINABILITY STATEMENT.

OY-L believes in our Zero Chemical Skin Care brand and is committed to our promise “beauty without secrets.” Whenever possible we use sustainable packaging options. All of our glass containers are ready to recycle after use if you cannot find another use for them.

DONATE.

OY-L will donate 15% of sales of the bath salts and body scrub to Dysautonomia International, a non-profit organization dedicated to finding a cure for dysautonomia, the category of illness in which Postural Orthostatic Tachycardia Syndrome (POTS) falls. Pierce-Naymon’s daughter is afflicted with POTS.

ZERO ANIMAL TESTING.

OY-L ORIGINAL ZERO CHEMICAL FORMULATIONS.

No Phthalates, No Parabens, No DEA/TEA/MEA

No Color Pigments, No Formaldehyde

No Preservatives, No Isopropyl Alcohol

No Mineral Oil, No PEGs

No Propylene Glycols, No Sodium Lauryl Sulfate, No Triclosan, No Talc

No Petrolatum

Learn more about OY-L ingredients

KORRES: The Greek Yoghurt Smoothie Priming Moisturizer

January 18, 2017

YAY! The newest product from KORRES, The Greek Yoghurt Smoothie Priming Moisturizer! This priming moisturiser has just launched at Sephora and is a lightweight priming moisturizer with 26 percent Greek yogurt proteins to visibly plump and strengthen skin for perfectly smooth makeup application and all-day wear.

WHAT: The KORRES Greek Yoghurt Smoothie Priming Moisturizer is the lightweight answer for heavyweight hydration. The weightless, multiaction formula is packed with probiotics, proteins, and minerals to deeply nourish and smooth skin, while also prepping it for flawless makeup application and all-day wear. Formulated with three types of hydrating hyaluronic acid and powerful skin-saving antioxidants and extracts, the blend gives skin inner strength for healthy-looking skin on the surface.  $42.00

 In Greece, this cherished ingredient is used by families and villages for their own unique recipes and beauty remedies that have been passed down from generation to generation. In 2003, KORRES became the world’s first brand to incorporate edible Greek yogurt into a skin care formula.

I FINALLY TRIED COOL SCULPTING AT MARINA PLASTIC SURGERY / DR. GRANT STEVENS

January 5, 2017

I have been woefully neglect in not reporting on COOL SCULPTING earlier! I receive call after text from women (And men!) wanting me to give them my first hand experience low down and as of yet, I had nothing to share. Until today.

I headed over to one of my top favorite offices in LA (make that country) , MARINA PLASTIC SURGERY Dr. Grant Stevens / Body by Orange Twist to try it for myself – finally!

I have a stubborn patch of fat on one thigh that simply wont go away. I’ve had this every since I had a hip replacement and the scar just made my leg all funky – including that way the fat healed. It’s the perfect test point!

WOW. A chill (no pun) 35 mins later, just laying down, reading, with the totally comfy device on my leg was a breeze (more ‘cool’ puns, I swear, I am not meaning to write them!). The divine Carla Crespo, MS, PA-C (with all those degrees she’s otherwise known as badass genius goddess) so unbelievably lovely, just popped on the handle, had me lie down and let the machine do its thing. Honestly, I wasn’t really aware of it at all. I guess you could say, a suction, cool, massage type of feeling, if I was to think about it, but within minutes I forgot it was on.

Now I wait 8 weeks and do one or two treatments (spaced 8 weeks apart) – then I’ll take photos and fill you all in.

But if you are wondering HOW it feels and WHAT the process is, experienctially – it’s a breeze. Easy. Peasy, On to work, working out, whatever. I was told it might feel a little numb, but frankly, it’s as if nothing happened.

Of course it’s been proven to work wonders on abdomen fat.

WHAT IS COOL SCULPTING?

  • FDA-CLEARED
  • NON-SURGICAL
  • ELIMINATES FAT

The CoolSculpting fat-freezing procedure is the only FDA-cleared,* non-surgical fat-reduction treatment that uses controlled cooling to eliminate stubborn fat that resists all efforts through diet and exercise. The results are proven, noticeable, and lasting—so you’ll look great from every angle.

Check this link out to see if you are a good candidate!

And here are more FAQ’s to check out

Check these before/after photos:

 

MARINA PLASTIC SURGEY
4644 Lincoln Boulevard, Suite 552

Marina Del Rey, CA 90292

(877) 298-9915

 

 

TATA HARPER MULTI MASKING COLLECTION

December 18, 2016

You know what’s so amazing about Tara Harper skincare? The products are simultaneously holistic AND effective. I applied all three masks of the Multi Masking Collection ($178), and could feel the nourishing benefits immediately, no joke! 

Back by popular demand, the Limited Edition Honey Blossom Mask ($65) works to deliver instant glow and leave skin feeling soft and looking radiant. This award-winning Resurfacing Mask is specially formulated with Vermont-harvested raw honey which provides an extra boost of hydration to eliminate the appearance of dullness and give skin a refreshed look. A major boost in hydration!  

The Purifying cleansing mask fights visible signs of aging caused by environmental stressors, like pollution and smog, on the skin’s appearance by effectively purging surface buildup and impurities, while minimizing the look of pores. I love the tingly feel of a purification!  

The Resurfacing beta-hydroxy mask works like a traditional peel to provide an instant solution for dull skin – without causing downtime or irritation. Delivers instant glow, helps minimize the appearance of pores, and improves texture for smooth, radiant skin. Formulated to purify and remove surface debris and dead skin for a refreshed, instantly revitalized appearance. 

These three masks individually or all together are the perfect holiday gift for a pampering treat. Most importantly, my skin looks and feels amazing. Who doesn’t love magical glowing skin for the holidays?

xx Cristy