New Korean Treatment for Acne Scars and Wrinkles

SkinStation brings to the Philippines groundbreaking treatment from Korea that addresses acne scars, wrinkles, and enlarged pores. AirLift treatment is now available in SkinStation clinics nationwide. People who have to deal with rolling, box, or ice pick scars caused by acne as well as other common skin problems now have an effective solution that they can turn to.  

“The intradermal dissector ingeniously uses air to treat deep scars and acne scars. The procedure also helps reduce fine lines, stretch marks and facial pores, as it rejuvenates the skin," Dr. Karen Javier-Jusay of SkinStation said.

This machine introduces two pounds of air pressure to the intradermal layer of the skin. This breaks the attachment of scars and wrinkles, releasing the fibrotic strands that connect the scars to the underlying tissue. The treatment promotes collagen formation caused by wound healing and leads to visible improvement to the skin. 

Dr. Jusay also says that the AirLift treatment is much more effective than existing procedures that are available in the country. "Compared to subcision, the intradermal airlift uses controlled air pressure to break the fibrous strands, hence there is less probability of hematoma and bruising."

She further differentiates AirLift from Carboxytherapy which uses carbon dioxide gas to treat similar skin problems. Since the said procedure does not use significant air pressure it is not able to produce the same results as the AirLift procedure. 

Aside from effectively aiding in the eradication of scars and wrinkles, the treatment is also relatively quick. The AirLift procedure normally takes 10 to 30 minutes depending on the area that is being treated. It can also be done in conjunction with treatments like Collagenesis (dermal roller) or CO2 fractional laser to produce faster results. 

For more information about AirLift treatment, visit a SkinStation clinic near you. 

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Before AirLift

The subject had a few ice pick and rolling scars caused by acne, aside from this she also had a few enlarged pores.

 

After AirLift

After undergoing the AirLift procedure, the subject's scars and pore enlargement had marked improvements.

 

This article was published in The Manila Bulletin, Lifestyle Section on August 8, 2017. The author is the CEO of SkinStation, DERMAX Laser Center, and Blushing Beauty. He received the 2011 Outstanding Chemist Award from Professional Regulations Commission for his achievements in the field of cosmetic chemistry. He can be reached at fred.reyes@skinstation.ph.

DARK UNDERARMS: CAUSES AND CURES

Having dark underarms can be embarrassing for many women. It also keeps them from wearing sleeveless shirts and strapless dresses. Understanding the causes is the key to the choice of cure. Getting a free consultation with our doctor is the first step. It will reveal what treatment options are suitable for the specific skin condition one has.

Top Causes

Shaving

After shaving, the sub-surface hair will make skin appear to be dark. The darkness is due to the appearance of your cut hair follicle which are just below your skin surface.

Waxing and Plucking

Constant exposure to heat from regular waxing sessions may cause darkening of underarms. Waxing and plucking are the two most common causes of ingrown hair. This very itchy condition triggers pleasurable scratching, making your skin darker. Not only that, add chicken skin to the troubles caused by ingrown hair.

Friction from tight clothing

Wearing tight clothing creates friction on the underarms causing uneven underarm skin color.

Obesity

Constant rubbing of skin in obese people will result in dark underarms, groin, neck and thighs. Too much rubbing may also cause skin thickening.

Skin Cells Build Up

Dark spots can be the result of dead skin cells that are accumulated and trapped in microscopic bumps, hills and valleys of your skin. Regular exfoliation will prevent skin build up.

Antiperspirants

The harsh ingredients contained in some antiperspirants such as aluminum salts, alcohol and fragrance could be reacting to the sensitive underarms skin to cause discoloration.

Infection or Illness

Bacterial or fungal infection may also be a cause of dark underarms. Other medical conditions such as diabetes may cause darkening of armpits, groin, neck, elbows, knees or skin folds.

Pregnancy

Hormonal changes may cause melasma in most pregnant women. Dark armpits during pregnancy is a common problem which may also cause uneven skin tone on the nose and upper lip. In most cases, the hyperpigmentation disappears after pregnancy.

Some Tips on How to Avoid Dark Underarms

- Shower daily and gently scrub your armpits at least once a week to avoid skin build up.

- Wear loose absorbent clothes.

- Eat healthy diet that helps control toxin build up and diabetes.

- Avoid harsh, heavily scented anti-perspirants that can cause underarms to darken. Use instead DERMAX DeoWhite Natural Deodorant with anti-microbial silver and whitening actives to control body odor. If you perspire a lot, Blushing Beauty Whitening Deodorant can be a safe alternative.

Effective Cure and Treatment for Dark Underarms

Topical application of whitening creams is the first option for mild cases. DERMAX NanoWhite Underarm Cream contains a synergistic blend of nano-encapsulated natural whitening actives for safe and effective results. NanoWhite Underarm Cream comes in 3 variants.

Some cases may require the more advanced laser treatment of dark underarms. Multiple sessions of AxiLight Laser is the most advanced treatment option. It's non-invasive, utilizing Q-Switched Nd:YAG laser technology that lightens dark areas such as underarms, elbows, knees, and groin.

As a post-care for AxiLight Laser treatment, there’s a DERMAX AxiLight Serum, a concentrated, clinically proven formula for daily application.

AxiLight Laser, AxiLight Serum, and other DERMAX professional products are available exclusively at SkinStation, DERMAX Laser Center and Blushing Beauty branches nationwide.

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This article was published in The Manila Bulletin, Lifestyle Section on February 7, 2017. The author is the CEO of SkinStation, DERMAX Laser Center, and Blushing Beauty. He received the 2011 Outstanding Chemist Award from Professional Regulations Commission for his achievements in the field of cosmetic chemistry. He can be reached at fred.reyes@skinstation.ph

ESSENTIAL SKIN SAVERS

Great skin does not come easy unless you are blessed with good genes. Have you ever wondered why you have sudden skin breakouts as soon as the dizzying holiday parties and festivities start?

Just like any other part of the body, our skin is vulnerable to the negative effects of stress, lack of sleep, and unhealthy lifestyle. Here’s a scoop on some valuable skin saving tips.

Keeping Skin Clean & Clear

The days of squeaky clean skin are over. Now, almost every one feels that their skin is sensitive and require mild cleansing. Goodbye bar soap, hello gel cleansers. To keep your face clean and fresh, a mild skin cleanser like DERMAX SoGentle Gel Cleanser works best for sensitive skin. It naturally cleanses with soap berry extract. No sulfate. No paraben. No fragrance. No one comes close to it.

After cleansing comes toning. The search for a toner that can remove deeply embedded dirt and make up residue, while moisturising skin, can be confusing. What with scores of toners you will find in beauty stores. Recently, the development of micellar water technology changed the toner

landscape. Here comes DERMAX Bamboo Water Micellar Toner with moisturizing Jeju aloe. 

Invisible micelles of oil are encapsulated in bamboo water to gently eliminate unwanted residues on skin. It feels like simply using water, but with magical effect. Try it to believe.


Shade and Sunscreens

What’s good for the sunflower may not be good for your skin. UV rays cause skin dryness and premature aging. Excessive sun exposure simply translates to excessive sun damage. Avoid the sun as much as you can, and develop the habit of wearing sunscreen daily. DERMAX UV Milk Anti-Aging Sunscreen is our best selling sunscreen for daily use. It's nongreasy so you won't look like you just came out from the kitchen. Here's a tip. Use UV Milk as your make up base. With SPF 50+ and PA+++, it can give you more than what you will need for your daily sun protection.

Breaking Out From Breakouts

Stress, hormonal fluctuations, and bad genes can wreck havoc on your skin. Acne breakouts can happen in a jiffy, just when you have an important event coming up, where you have to look your best. For a quick fix, go to SkinStation for your acne injection. The flare up will subside as fast as it appeared.

Keeping skin clear is always a challenge to teens, and some adults who are blessed with oily skin. Blessed, yes, because people with oily skin tend to look younger longer. They suffer though with frequent breakouts. The key is keeping pores unclogged. No comedones. No breakouts. There's no better product out there to keep pores clear than AcneX gel cleanser with encapsulated salicylic acid. Add AcneX anti-acne complex capsules with lactoferin as your daily supplement to control skin oiliness.

DERMAX Professional products, acne injection, and other signature skin clinic procedures are exclusively available in all SkinStation, DERMAX Laser Center, and Blushing Beauty branches nationwide. Always ask for your free doctor's

consultation.

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This article was published in The Manila Bulletin, Lifestyle Section on December 16, 2016. 

The author is the CEO of SkinStation, DERMAX Laser Center, and Blushing Beauty. He received the 2011 Outstanding Chemist Award from Professional Regulations Commission for his achievements in the field of cosmetic chemistry. He can be reached at fred.reyes@skinstation.ph

TOP 10 HOLIDAY GIFT LIST

How’s your holiday gift list? Feeling pressured on what to give to your loved ones, family, and friends? Relax and check out our top 10 holiday gift suggestions:

1. LIPPIES
DERMAX Professional and Blushing Beauty product lines offer several lippie products that are sure to make you and your loved ones kissable under the mistletoe! There’s the DERMAX Pink n’ Pout (P777) that creates smoother and fuller lips with lasting results. Another is Blushing Beauty Lick My Lips Color-Changing Lip Balm (P200) that starts off with a clear lip balm and magically turns into a shinning, shimmering pink upon application. Also a must-buy is Blushing Beauty Lip & Cheek Tint (P250) that makes cheeks and lips glow with a natural pinkish or rosy shade.

 

2. DIAMONDS

Diamonds are girl’s best friend. Since diamonds are really expensive, why not give your friends the more affordable Diamond Peel (P600). Diamond Peel actually uses REAL Diamonds for skin exfoliation. Its device contains dusts of diamond encrusted on the tip of a wand, and it is one of the major breakthroughs in keeping skin youthful.

3. PEELING GEL

Too much holiday shopping can make your heels rough and dry. For sure your friends and family are experiencing the same. Give them the new DERMAX Jeju Aloe Peeling Gel (P1,800) that smoothens your heels, elbows, and knees. It exfoliates with Papaya Enzyme and timereleased Retinol, whitens with Vitamin C, Schnewhite, Licorice Extract, and Alpha-Arbutin, and moisturizes with Organic Aloe Vera extract from Jeju Island in Korea.

4. SLIMMING & FIRMING PROGRAMS

Holidays feasts can mean excess holiday weight. Start giving slimming and firming gift packages to your friends so they can begin with their 4-month program to lose those holiday bulges. By summer, they’ll have bikini-ready body. 
Prices start at P1,000 per session.

5. PAMPERING FACIALS

Despite the fun and festive feel that the holiday brings, it can be equally stressful. Pamper yourself and your friends with SkinStation facial treatments. Prices start at P600 per session.

6. TRAVEL SKIN CARE MUST-HAVES

For your buddies who will be traveling during the holidays, pack these products in their travel beauty kits. Blushing Beauty Facial Mist (P450) where facial cleansing and moisturizing is just a spritz away, anytime, anywhere. Quick and hassle-free perfect for traveling. There’s also the DERMAX Bamboo Water Micellar Toner (P275) that moisturizes and rejuvenates the skin with micellar technology and is absolutely rinse-free. Plus, the most important travel skin care product for your daily dose of sun protection is the DERMAX UV Active Broad-SpectrumSunscreen (P720) that releases water droplets leaving the skin soft and no oily after-feel.

7. REUNION-READY SKIN TREATMENTS

During holidays, get-togethers happen almost every week.

Impress your friends with reunion-ready skin and share your

secrets as well. Give them skin treatments from SkinStation

like MedLight Laser (Package prices start at P5,000 per

session), Diode Laser (Package prices start at P625 per

session), and other skin treatment packages.

8. X-TERMINATE ACNE

Holiday stress can cause acne breakouts. DERMAX offers

an AcneX line specially formulated to prevent and target

acne. This is for people who have acne-prone and oily skin.

It consists of AcneX UV Gel Sunscreen (P720), AcneX

Exfoliant Soap (P295), AcneX Anti-Acne Capsules

(P2,000), AcneX Micellar Toner (P295), and AcneX Pore

Clearing Gel Cleanser (P580).

9. HOLIDAY GIFT PACKS AND PROMOS

What’s fun about the holiday season is the never-ending

SALE, promos, and gift packs conveniently bundled for you.

SkinStation offers exclusive holiday promos and product

bundles EVERY WEEK until Christmas so make sure to stay

tuned.

10. GIFT CERTIFICATES

The safest and most convenient gift since your friends and

loved ones can get to choose whatever they want and how

they want to spend your gift. Available GC denominations

are P500 and P1,000.

All these products, programs, and packages are available in

all SkinStation, DERMAX Laser Center, and Blushing

Beauty branches nationwide. So, go ahead, visit any of our

branches and finish your holiday gift list. Enjoy being a

Santa this holiday season!

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This article was published in The Manila Bulletin, Lifestyle Section on November 25, 2016. 

The author is the CEO of SkinStation, DERMAX Laser Center, and Blushing Beauty. He received the 2011 Outstanding Chemist Award from Professional Regulations Commission for his achievements in the field of cosmetic chemistry. He can be reached at fred.reyes@skinstation.ph