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Facial Treatment for mature skin and acne. Along with the peel and laser, microdermabrasion is one of the techniques defendants in such cases. Now, a new study, published in Archives of Dermatology ‘, confirms that this procedure is effective because of its ability to stimulate cell regeneration.

A team of scientists from the University of Michigan (USA) has observed that not only increases microdermabrasion precursors of collagen, other components associated with cell renewal. For example, cytokeratin 16 (with an important role in the wounds of the upper layers of the skin), antimicrobial peptides (which fight infection) and matrix metalloproteinases (inactivate enzymes that damage the skin).This is what makes “technique improves the appearance of wrinkles, acne marks, depigmentation and other signs of aging skin through cell renewal occurs,” say the study leaders.

The novelty is that, until now, “it was thought that this effect (facial rejuvenation) was because the outer layer of skin was removed, but also because it stimulates collagen production [responsible for the elasticity of skin], “explains Maria Teresa Gutierrez Salmeron, Chief Resident of Dermatology, University Hospital of Granada.

In fact, research experts have discovered that what is stimulated by this procedure is the induction of collagen type I and III. “Not
all interested collagen. It is not advisable to induce scar, regenerating them”, adds Concha Obregon, communications officer of the Board of Directors of the Spanish Society of Aesthetic Medicine (SEME). Read the rest of this entry »

Laser Skin Care Treatment Options for You – Today everyone wants to have good skin and fair skinned. People who are ready to spend time, money and effort to get the best looking face and skin. Laser skin care skin care is one of the popular current. People increasingly visiting the dermatologists for laser skin care treatments. Every person has unique skin and laser skin treatment may not be suitable for some but not for others.

Here’s the breakdown of the pro and cons based on which you may consider a certain type of laser skin treatment.

The Pros

Laser skin treatments can be divided into two main categories. One is called Microdermabrasion. This laser removes the outer skin layer. By removing the outer skin allows the skin to revitalize without imperfections. Since the removal of dead skin and imperfections of the face looks totally different. This procedure does not require preparation with no pain and require less recovery time. Post-treatment skin care is very straight forward too. You need to keep your skin safe from the sun and a good moisturizer. If you have a little scar or spots received from an accident or recreation then this is the best treatment for you. Read the rest of this entry »