Category Archives: ANTI-AGING + PROCEDURES + MEDICAL AESTHETICS

Dairy and Breakouts and NERD Skincare

August 23, 2016

According to bioengineer Evelyn Chen, dairy products can “wreak havoc on our skin” so she founded NERD SKINCARE products to manipulate the good bacteria of dairy to kill off the bad. You know, keep the good intact, all the while omitting harsh chemicals like benzoyl peroxide, salicylic acid or retinol from the picture. Science is fucking awesome, you guys!

I began using NERD’s skincare about 3 weeks ago, and have to say it’s actually a bitchin’ product.

The clarifying cleanser features a yogurt probiotic to soften skin and omegas 3 and 6 which produce anti-inflammatory benefits to help fight wrinkles and and keep skin hydrated. It feels extra creamy like a lotion, produces a slight lather and my face feels clean and renewed.

The acne treatment “lotion” is the next step in the NERD process. I found it to be more like a tonic or toner – it’s impossible to apply from fingers-to-face because it runs right off so I use cotton balls to apply. But its super powers vow to fight off that villainous bacteria commonly found on the face. It even helps suppress the growth of future bacteria with proprietary organic compounds as raw materials to helping to create more ammo to fight the acne-causing bacteria. This is the future, BBs.

My results? MY PORES HAVE TIGHTENED, something I’ve been struggling with for awhile now! Yassss.

NERD’s accompanying moisturizer, or “nourishing cream” boasts 6 different types of ceramides (basically types of molecules) and 27 more active ingredients.

All scientific jargon aside, the cream is thick enough to satisfy my thirst for hydration yet settles in fairly quickly so I can move on to make up, spin class or what ever the torture I’ve tasked myself for the day.

All in all, I’d recommend to girlfriends who are trying to avoid the acne products with harsh acids/peroxides with a flair for science and gorg packaging.

XX Flavia

The entire skin system is listed at $199.99. These products and more can be found at nerdskincare.com.

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Doc Zara’s Custom Rejuvenation Complex Treatment at CRMC

August 9, 2016

Who knew that right around the corner (basically!) from my house is a little gem tucked away upstairs in the building on the corner of Santa Monica and Fairfax! It’s called the Cosmetic Rejuvenation Medical Center and this is where the wonderful Doc Zara presides. This funky spot, in a place you would never expect, is doing some excellent custom treatments. I could not wait to meet this “in-the-know” injector and leading clinician and even bette – have her do one of her signature facial treatments on me. It is especially fun when I discover a med spa that I had no idea even existed, and one with major services of all kinds!

Doc Zara, lovely in every way imaginable, and I discussed what I could use to freshen up. I have previously visited this clinic to get Juvederm injectable filler put into my lips, just to give them a little plump. As I loved the treatment so much, I’ve come back to ask her to freshen up my skin next. As it is mid-summer, lasers for my skin type is not idea, so we discussed an awesome specialty that only Doc Zara does. She calls it the Custom Rejuvenation Complex Treatment .

What is it? She uses a specially formulated mix that consists of Botox,Hyaluronic acid, growth factors and vitamins. With the help of AQUAGOLD^® fine touch™ microneedling device, the products delivers it right into the dermis.

The treatment felt amazing – was fast – and I walked out with radiant ( if a little red for the day ) skin. Next day I was luminous!! I loved this so much and plan to do it every few months. I was immediately excited and falling in love with it on the spot!

Here is some info on Aquagold device – I am all over this!!

AQUAGOLD^® fine touch™ promotes cell stimulation and overall skin rejuvenation through a patented microneedling applicator that administers an individualized treatment solution into the skin. This quick and simple procedure stimulates collagen growth, improves the appearance of fine lines and increases skin moisture to the face, neck, chest and the back of hands.

The AQUAGOLD^® fine touch™ treatment efficiently delivers the desired amount of solution , pain-free depth over a large surface area. The applicator, which is made up of 24-carat gold-plated stainless steel to prevent irritation and allergic reactions, transfers the treatment solution into the dermis through 20 microneedles that are thinner than human hair. Two things happen when the applicator penetrates the skin: 1. tiny pores are created from the microneedles and 2. a delivery trigger in the middle of the microneedle surface opens a valve allowing the treatment solution to flow through the sheaths on the microneedles into the tiny pores in the dermis.

Optimal results are achieved through a series of treatments determined during a physician consultation. Treatments are comfortable and only take between 15-30 minutes. Patients encouraged to avoid direct sun exposure for a few days, although all normal activities can be resumed upon leaving office.

7901 Santa Monica Blvd., West Hollywood, CA 90046
Mon-Fri 11:00 am – 6:00 pm / Sat 10:00 am – 3:00 pm (YES SATURDAY!!!)

More about Doc Zara

Doctor of Medicine, Ms. Zara Harutyunyan MSN, AGNP, is an expert injector and leading clinician at Cosmetic Rejuvenation Medical Center. Zara believes aesthetic treatments should be used for preventative measures or simple enhancements, and her unique natural method has made her an expert at fixing overly done procedures and a favorite with her celebrity clientele. As one of the most highly sought after injectors in Hollywood, her clients come to her from all around the nation and world – from New York to Australia, London and Dubai. Zara offers non-surgical blepharoplasty (for the eyes), non-surgical nose jobs, fat reduction, acne scars, laser hair removal, vitamin shots, IPL/Photo facials, skin tightening, fractional skin resurfacing and much more. Zara is also a National Trainer for advanced injection techniques for Allergan Pharmaceutical, the leader in the aesthetic industry and maker of Botox, Juvederm, Voluma and Kybella. She is also listed as one of the top aesthetic providers in the nation for them as well.

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Niveau the new beauty supplement line you can’t live without

August 8, 2016

I just stated taking these supplements and I am pretty pumped about them.

Niveau™ Labs is an amazing new beauty & wellness South Florida based brand. They just launched their luxury product line, a revolutionary dietary supplement concept designed to provide healthy cellular balance by replacing fundamental nutrients.

The high-end health and beauty line features four core supplements including Krill Oil, CoQ10, Flaxseed Oil and CLA 1200. I just started the Krill Oil- which I hear is truly amazing. Word is within two weeks ago beauty insiders I have talked to are already noticing a difference in hair, nails and skin!!!

WHAT and HOW:

SKIN: Free radicals are constant a destructive force that breaks apart chemical bonds and weaken cellular membranes damaged by UV Rays and chemical exposure. Krill Oil not only assists in bringing the Omega 3/Omega 6 balance back in the skin, but also contains the powerful antioxidant Astaxanthin that thwarts cellular breakdown by sharing an electron that is stolen by free radicals adding to cell stability.

WEIGHT LOSS: Krill Oil can even help with weight control because weight gain is often associated with Omega 3 deficiency. Niveau™ Labs Krill Oil is high in both EPA (eicosapentaenoic acid) and DHA (docosahexaenoic acid) in its most bioavailable form and been proven effective in healthy liver function, blood sugar management and fights the effects of inflammation. Krill Oil also contributes to breaking down essential fatty acids as well as aids in making physical activity less intense on the joints.

BRAIN FUNCTION SUPPORT: DHA Phospholipids in the cell membrane are vital in having sufficient serotonin receptors which aids in the fight against depression. Instead of just adding serotonin to the blood stream Krill Oil helps impact the serotonin directly on the receptor level naturally. There is also a link between depression and inflammation and research now shows that Krill Oil can help because of its anti-inflammatory properties.

Available at www.niveaulabs.com

Price: $59.95

In order to ensure the highest quality supplements with peak potency, Niveau™ practices a “small batching process” with streamlined distribution. Each insulated box is equipped with two seals and labeled with a unique batch number for quality assurance and stock rotation.

Niveau’s main goal is to provide an edge through their luxury health and beauty supplements in the body’s battle for internal harmony and balance. With just four products they are able to deliver all of the essential natural elements to replenish and reset the balance of the body.

All products are available for purchase online and in select South Florida high-end retailers. I have hi-res images and samples available, press release attached for all info.

For additional information please visit www.niveaulabs.com !

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MDSUN Skincare

August 1, 2016

Discovering another skincare line that’s highly effective, gentle, chemical free and designed to meet the needs of every skin type and problem is a Groomed LA wheelhouse.

Let us introducer you you to the phenomenal line called MDSUN that does just that. With a cult following and favored among celebrities, MDSUN was developed by Pasadena California based plastic surgeon and biochemist, Dr. George Sun. Dr. Sun specializes in facial plastic surgery and wanted to meet the specific healing needs of his patients as they recovered post-op. With close to 20 years of clinical research and experience , he’s been on the cutting edge of medical science with the use of a special technology called ultra packs. Ultra packs are a unique and specified combination of stem cells, peptides, and antioxidants designed to work together to smooth fine lines, diminish dark circles and deliver the best and most effective results.

The line treats every skin condition from redness, wrinkles, acne, hyper pigmentation, dryness, pore reduction, to smoothing, resurfacing, and brightening. What’s so unique about this line is that it’s free of fillers like alcohol and water, the ingredients are sourced from Japan and no cost is spared to get the best results. There are a total of 19 products that are meant to be used alone or combined based on ones specific skin type. The different colored packaging addresses a skin issue. Yellow is anti aging, white is brightening, and blue is hydrating.

Since we’re in the depths of summer, I was immediately drawn to the Super Hydrating B Serum because I wanted something light on my already normal skin type. This boast of being effective on dry, oily, sensitive and acne prone skin.

WHAT::

Spreads easily on the skin, absorbs quickly and is non greasy.
Hydrates the skin for a glowing complexion
Leaves skin feeling exceptionally smooth

The main ingredients are sodium hyaluronic acid which is a form of skin plumping, pantheonl, aka B5, which keeps skin blemish free, and lactobionic acid which reduce the appearances wrinkles.

I’ve used this morning and night for the past 2 weeks and definitely have noticed a smoother and firmer complexion. It’s hydrating enough to use without a moisturizer and I’m loving how great my skin looks and feels.

I was also excited to try the Repair Moisturizer. This especially appealed to me as part of my nighttime regime. I figured whatever healing needed to take place could be done while I slept. This revolutionary formula was designed to minimize the visible signs of aging, repair damaged skin cells and brighten skin.

My skin feels hydrated when I wake up, plump and has a really nice glow. It absorbs easily, doesn’t irritate my sometimes sensitive skin, is light and has a nice scent. Once the weather gets cooler I’ll start to use it both morning and night. I feel good knowing that I’m doing something to slow down the early signs of aging that can creep up on you overnight. This will definitely continue to be a consistent part of my skincare routine.

There’s so much to discover in this luxury skincare line. The premiere product of the line is the Collagen Lift. This caviar type gel contains peptides, stem cells, real gold flakes along with 52 other ingredients that are stirred together to repair and penetrate into the deepest layer of the skin and align collagen. So advanced is this development, Dr. Sun even uses this as a key ingredient in his injectables.

There’s so much to discover here. Overall I would highly recommend this line to anyone who wants a hypoallergenic, fragrance free, paraben free, gentle, extremely effective premium skin care regime.

Please visit here for more!

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EHT® AGE DEFYING SUPPLEMENT by Nerium

July 28, 2016

EHT® AGE DEFYING SUPPLEMENT

June was Brain Awareness Month.

As we age, there’s no avoiding a natural decline in brain wellness—due to a variety of factors from the normal aging process to poor diet, alcohol consumption and environmental stressors. These factors cause memory loss, slower reaction times and diminished alertness and I can tell you I suffer this daily. I am sort of well – losing it! I can’t remember words and well, I prolly have early onset Alzheimers. I just started taking it and hopefully it will help with word recall?!! Let’s see. I just may forget to follow up if it doesn’t work. 🙂

EHT® Age Defying Supplement – Mind Enhancement™ Formula – from Nerium International helps keep neuronal connections (the so called ‘wiring’) in the brain strong and healthy.

EHT helps improve brain performance, specifically COGNITIVE FUNCTION, MEMORY and RECALL, FOCUS and MENTAL ALERTNESS.

EHT Supplement

30 tablets $80.00

EHT® Supplement is a breakthrough supplement that features the patented EHT molecule and other key beneficial ingredients. Nerium has exclusive rights to the use of the EHT molecule. Each box contains a full 30-day supply.

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