In-Salon Treatment:  New Age ‘Peel & Heal’

Successfully reduces the pores, controls oil secretion without exacerbating telangiectasia.  With acne or inflammatory rosacea the peel has an anti-inflammatory, anti-bacterial effect helping treat and prevent congestion and acne, often associated with rosacea.  Natural AHAs and BHAs.

RégimA Scar Repair has been seen clinically to greatly improve all degrees of rosacea, including inflammatory or acne rosacea.  It calms skin redness and telangiectasia (broken capillaries) become less visible, re-elastisizing skin.  This is achieved with anti-inflammatory and healing plants such as centella asiatica and bulbinella frutescens, unique micro-molecular elastin peptide, plant and protein complexes.

In cases where there is thickening of the skin with an orange peel, open pore appearance one helps to tighten the pores and smooth out the coarseness of the skin, also helping reduce nodules.  Night Renewal Ultimate Booster would be used nightly and when combined with regular ‘Peel & Heal’ treatments one should experience a more dramatic improvement in skin texture.

As men mostly can be affected by rosacea RégimA created the Amazon range providing all the essentials to minimize the condition.

Under Cover Green Foundation  -  A RegimA product used by plastic surgeons following laser skin resurfacing and dermabrasion to help cover post op erythema is also beneficial for the rosacea sufferer.  A thin layer of green foundation is applied and normal skin colour foundation is applied over.

The rosacea client generally has a sensitive skin and one must therefore use a RegimA day product with SPF over the top of the Scar Repair.

Broken Capillaries What to do and when to peel?

NOTE:  These show sensitivity in that particular area and should therefore not be over-stimulated. We have found that by building up and thickening the skin in those areas the capillaries become less visible or disappear in certain cases. It is suggested that these areas are treated using either Quantum Elastin Dermal Regenerator or Scar Repair morning and night along with the home care essentials prior to ‘Peel & Heal’. The ‘Peel & Heal’ may be applied to the rest of the skin in the interim if so desired.

Monitoring of the skin

It is advisable, especially as one gets older, or if one has been suffering from a particular skin problem eg. Pigmentation, acne etc. to have the skin checked on a regular basis by a doctor or skin care professional. If one does suffer from a particular skin problem it is recommended that one take a photograph of the face prior to commencing the treatment range. This is always good for comparison later.

Care During Pregnancy

It must also be noted that apart from Curve Contour Cellulite Controller, all RégimA medical and professional products are SAFE for use during pregnancy and for lactating women. It is, we feel, essential that one should use for example the  RégimA Scar Repair & Anti-Stretch Complex 3 times daily on all areas prone to stretch marks throughout pregnancy and during lactation. This procedure has been used extremely successfully by so many mothers over many years, resulting in very happy moms, with little or no stretch marks and happy, healthy babies.  Continue applying Scar Repair, especially to the breast area, initially during the breast feeding phase to prevent stretching due to rapid enlargement of engorged breasts.

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION ON REGIM-A TREATMENTS AND PRODUCTS CONTACT US ON:

011.327.4490

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Pigmentation?

Pigmentation affects so many people for a variety of reasons. If the cause can be established and eliminated (eg. Pregnancy, the Pill or dehydrating alcohol based cosmetic products stopped) then one has a chance of removing the problem. Skins prone to pigmentation must be extremely careful when considering certain treatments such as laser or certain deep peels. These can exacerbate an already distressing problem. (One must accept the advice of a doctor specializing in laser therapy, with regards lasering or deep peeling of a pigmented skin).

The New Age ‘Peel & Heal’ (See under Peel & Heal section for full details), because of the unique formulation, has proven to be safe and effective for the treatment of pigmentation in combination with our home care essentials.

The problem of post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation can affect anyone.  This can occur, especially if not treated correctly, post laser, dermabrasion, trauma.  We at RegimA have dealt extensively with this problem on behalf of the plastic surgeons with in-salon ‘Peel & Heal’ treatments and home care products.

The RegimA New Age ‘Peel & Heal’ has for years been renowned for the safe and successful treatment of pigmentation with leading plastic surgeons and salon professionals.  This is an in-rooms and in-salon treatment.  The treatment of pigmentation must not be aggressive if one is to eliminate and prevent further recurrence.  A series of ‘Peel & Heal’ treatments is recommended.  These treatments are maintained with RegimA home care.  RegimA ‘Peel & Heal’ safely and effectively helps eliminate pigmentation in all age groups, even the very young, all skin types, even very sensitive, black, white, Asian, male and female.

The safest, most effective treatment of pigmentation is Vitamin C.  However, Vitamin C comes in many forms, the most potent being L-Ascorbic Acid.

L – Ascorbic Acid (Vit C)  -   Treatment of Hyperpigmentation & Anti-Ageing

The only truly beneficial form of Vitamin C which has the ability to act on the dermis (true, living skin) is L-Ascorbic.  Other vitamin C derivatives may be found as vitamin C ester, ascorbyl palmitate and magnesium ascorbyl phosphate etc.  The derivatives are easier to stabilize so they are the ones generally to be found in over the counter cosmetic products.  However, they are unable to work any deeper than the epidermis (outer horny, dead layer).  Studies have shown that derivatives with a neutral or more alkaline pH are not absorbed.  Research shows that in studies comparing L-Ascorbic Acid and Ascorbyl Palmitate, the latter was ineffective in comparison.  For any of these derivatives to have any impact on the skin they would have to be in extremely high concentrations to have a similar potency.  If ascorbyl palmitate is used within a topical cream it would have to be in excess of 20% concentration to be effective in the deeper layers.   Manufacturers have, in certain cases, substituted vitamin C derivatives, esters in an attempt to solve the problem of product stability.  In order for any of these compounds to work they must penetrate the skin and then be chemically converted by the skin cells into L-Ascorbic Acid.

Scientific studies show that for vitamin C to be beneficial to the skin it MUST be in the form of L-Ascorbic Acid as it is the only form the body can recognize.  It must be in this active form and MUST be at a low, acid pH (acidic) to achieve skin penetration as the skin is an excellent barrier protecting against outside substances entering the body. In this way higher levels of ascorbic acid can be targeted directly to the skin by topical application, that cannot be achieved by diet.   L-Ascorbic acid is the only form of vitamin C that can be utilized by the body and provides photoprotection, prevents UV immunosuppression, a reaction which occurs in more than 90% of skin cancer patients.  Studies have shown that Vitamin C is the only antioxidant proven to stimulate collagen synthesis.  Collagen is the main protein of skin and continued synthesis is essential to maintain a healthy skin as collagen decreases with age and sun damage. This is achieved by neutralizing reactive oxygen free-radicals, the highly reactive molecules produced when sunlight interacts with cell membranes and other skin tissue.  It is therefore an aid to sunscreens. Once topical L-Ascorbic  has penetrated the skin it cannot be washed off and the effectiveness is not reduced by perspiration and has been found to stay in the skin for upto 72 hours.  We read about the reservoir effect.  This means that L-Ascorbic Acid applied topically to the skin (essentially at the perfect low pH level) remains active within the skin for 3 days.

L-Ascorbic is a powerful antioxidant, protecting the skin against, and reducing, harmful effects caused by UVA and UVB rays. It is capable of controlling the inflammatory response associated with ultraviolet light (helping to prevent sunburn) as well as being protective when applied after sun exposure.  It speeds  up the healing process.  Topical application of L-Ascorbic Acid is helpful in speeding the healing process.  It is recommended as a post-operative regimen for laser resurfacing patients.   RégimA uses high percentages within the Pre and Post Laser treatment regime.  It is known for its action on melanocytes and helps prevent hyperpigmentation, sometimes associated with laser treatment.  This form of vitamin C has been shown to decrease the degree and duration of post CO2 laser erythema (reddening).  It has also been seen to have an impact on stretch marks.

A major reason for RégimA using L-Ascorbic Acid is the fact it has been proven to be effective not only as a preventative, but also as a  treatment of hyperpigmentation.  Clinically it has a therapeutic effect and has been used extensively in trials for the treatment of pigmentation anomalies, due to the action of effecting reversion of the process of forming melanin.  It has a ‘bleaching” effect on the skin.  Clinical studies show that vitamin C ester may also help with superficial chloasma (pigmentation) which is epidermal.

We believe at RegimA we have created the ULTIMATE Vitamin C products.  We have for a number of years used L-Ascorbic Acid for the prevention and treatment of hyperpigmentation with outstanding results without any side effects on all skin colours and skin types  -  RégimA C-Innovation Pigment Perfector and Serum C+ Facial Firmer + Pigment Perfector.

Our technology allows a marriage of potency as never seen before. L-Ascorbic working on rejuvenation plus reduction in pigmentation penetrating to the deeper basal layer, Vitamin C Ester working on the outer epidermis.  To treat pigmentation one would apply the vitamin C product to the affected area twice daily with a RegimA SPF product over the top am and pm a RegimA AHA night product over the top.  One should continue RegimA maintenance to prevent pigmentation recurrence.

‘Peel & Heal’ treatments containing citric acid, an AHA and BHA, accelerate the process of pigmentation elimination.

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Face Treatments – Thinking of having surgery ?

Working closely with plastic surgeons, personally seeing many of their patients pre and post op, I would like to point something out that people do not consider, and it is important to stress, mainly because life is not really like The Bold and the Beautiful.  Following a surgery the patient assumes that their skin is going to be smooth and glowing but in 9 times out of 10 cases, especially in a more mature person, there is disappointment because yes, the sagging skin has been removed and the muscles tightened, but there may still be a dull lifeless skin unless something is done about it.  This is where the patient should be educated on treating the skin and pre op ‘Peel & Heal’ treatments make a world of difference .  If a patient is going the surgical route, the end result is then much more aesthetically pleasing and the patient does not get disappointed.  RegimA  offers options that work hand in hand with plastic surgery.  Remember maintenance is all important, do not just have a lift and then forget it, make that renewed youthful freshness last longer – ‘Peel & Heal’

For the people who are not yet ready to go the surgical route, try RegimA extremely successful in-salon ‘Peel & Heal’ and other anti-ageing treatments with cosmeceutical home care.

SCARS – The Good, The Bad, The Ugly

RégimA SCAR REPAIR offers a medically accepted choice

If a patient undergoes any procedure where an incision is made requiring suturing and is sent home without the correct post op care then the patient is likely to try a selection of products which may be highly fragranced, contain alcohol, or be basic ‘tissue oils’ etc, which can lead to breakdown or delayed scar maturation and resultant ugly hypertrophic or keloid scar development and pigmentation.  Although the doctor has performed excellent surgery, the patient blames the doctor for an aesthetically poor scar.

Laser Treatment

Laser skin resurfacing is performed for a number of reasons, deep wrinkles, acne scarring, operative or trauma scarring … Our experience of dealing with pre and post laser skin treatments has shown that pre laser skin treatment allows for better laser penetrance.

RégimA Post Laser Post Peel Gel was first formulated several years ago for the use of plastic surgeons following medical CO2 laser therapy.  RégimA Post Laser Post Peel Gel has revolutionized post laser treatment, ensuring more rapid healing of the laser burn whilst preventing laser crusting and subsequently averting post inflammatory hyperpigmentation, a previously known potential side effect of laser, dermabrasion or deep chemical peels.  RégimA Pre & Post Laser Gel reduces redness and irritation, soothes having a ‘natural anaesthetic affect’, moisturizes, protects and accelerates the natural rejuvenation process of the skin.

Laser Gel is used not only for post laser or post dermabrasion but also for burns, traumatic dermabrasion following road traffic accidents.  Laser Gel promotes rapid healing and re-epithelialization, helps prevent scabbing and the subsequent post inflammatory hyperpigmentation and scarring.

In recent years Post Laser Gel has also been used extremely successfully by therapists in conjunction with all laser, IPL systems, including hair removal.  A perfect healing agent for laser, dermabrasion and deep peels.

Application:  Initially post treatment one would apply Laser Gel only several times daily to the wound until all debris has sloughed off and then one would apply RégimA Scar Repair and appropriate RegimA home care essentials which must include one of the RegimA products containing sun protection.

Considering Laser or Dermabrasion – Be Prepared?

Pre Laser treatment with in-salon ‘Peel & Heal’ and home care preparation ensures better laser penetrance, prevents potential side effects and ensures a better end result.

IMPORTANT NOTE:  It should be stressed that the use of all lasers, especially on certain skin types and colours, carries a risk of post inflammatory hyperpigmentation.  One must always be aware of this and minimize any risks by using the correct pre and post treatment products.

Complimentary products Pre & Post Laser

C-Innovation Pigment Perfector -  This product has been used successfully for many years pre and post medical skin resurfacing laser to prevent hyperpigmentation.  This cream contains a powerful percentage of the most potent form of Vitamin C. Topical application of L-Ascorbic Acid is helpful in speeding the healing process.  It is recommended as a post-operative regimen for laser resurfacing patients.  This form of vitamin C has been shown to decrease the degree and duration of post laser erythema (reddening).

Under Cover Green Foundation -  Sometimes following laser therapy the skin may remain pink.  RégimA therefore offers a green cover up make-up.

A RegimA day product containing SPF must be used.  The usual choice would be Daily Survival, unless the patient has a very oily skin type.  The doctor or skin care professional will advise on the correct choice.

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION ON RegimA PRODUCTS, CONTACT US ON:

011.327.4490

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WHY SHOULD YOU USE RegimA?

RégimA?

POTENCY, PERFECTION, SIMPLICITY, COST EFFICIENCY, and SAFETY working synergistically with the aim of skin treatment, restoration, rejuvenation and anti-ageing.  RégimA is a cosmeceutical focusing not only on AESTHETICS but SKIN HEALTH.

RégimA is the most advanced, medically accepted, skin care programme created to attack the ageing free radicals and toxins associated with modern living. These elements are responsible for most of the skin’s visible signs of ageing, including loss of skin tone and wrinkles. Without the help of RégimA’s technology these toxins will surely cause premature ageing.  Years of scientific research have culminated in this ultimate regime, which is simplicity itself.

RégimA is a unique skin rejuvenation and treatment range manufactured for the use of plastic surgeons, anti-ageing doctors, laser clinics and skin care professionals. Extensive use of the very finest potent natural ingredients from Europe, South Africa and other tropical regions and indigenous wound healing, skin repairing plants, ensures RégimA’s status as a skin treatment leader in the world market.  We are not just talking ‘normal’ cosmetics which may feel nice, smell nice and keep the skin hydrated, that is just moisturizing outer dead skin.  To really rejuvenate one has to remove that outer layer which shows all signs of ageing, revealing a much fresher, more youthful skin. Safely, gently and naturally RégimA helps restore the skin’s youthful appearance, improving colour, tone and texture, smoothing away fine lines and uneven skin colour, bringing back that glow of a good, healthy skin, irrespective of age.

Why choose RégimA?

•Full Facial and Body Rejuvenation range

•Specialized treatments  For use by Doctors, Specialist trained Skin Care  Professionals

•Pigmentation, Wrinkles, Acne, Acne Scarring, Scars, Burns

•Provides Pre & Post Peel Treatment

•Provides Post Skin Resurfacing Laser or Hair Removal Laser Treatment

•Ultimate Simplicity within the Home Care Range

•Suitable for All skin types and ages

•Benefits White, Black, Asian skins

•Manufactured for doctors pre and post surgery ensuring efficacy and patient safety

•Powerful Natural ingredients providing potency without side effects (No  Hydroquinone used in our pigmentation treatment)

•Laboratory produced by internationally trained cosmetic chemists

•Continued International research keeping ahead

•Cost efficiency providing the most potent internationally renowned product at affordable prices cutting       out the middle men

•NO animal products used and NOT tested on animals

•NO added synthetic colours or fragrances only of natural origin

•Internationally available

•Back-up patient/client service

•HIGHEST amount of NATURAL ingredients achieving ULTIMATE results

TO BOOK YOUR FREE CONSULTATION CONTACT US ON:

Tel: 011.327.4490

Cell: 079 047 5173

info@somabodytherapy.co.za

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What is RégimA?

POTENCY, PERFECTION, SIMPLICITY, COST EFFICIENCY, and SAFETY working synergistically with the aim of skin treatment, restoration, rejuvenation and anti-ageing.  RégimA is a cosmeceutical focusing not only on AESTHETICS but SKIN HEALTH.

RégimA is the most advanced, medically accepted, skin care programme created to attack the ageing free radicals and toxins associated with modern living. These elements are responsible for most of the skin’s visible signs of ageing, including loss of skin tone and wrinkles. Without the help of RégimA’s technology these toxins will surely cause premature ageing.  Years of scientific research have culminated in this ultimate regime, which is simplicity itself.

RégimA is a unique skin rejuvenation and treatment range manufactured for the use of plastic surgeons, anti-ageing doctors, laser clinics and skin care professionals. Extensive use of the very finest potent natural ingredients from Europe, South Africa and other tropical regions and indigenous wound healing, skin repairing plants, ensures RégimA’s status as a skin treatment leader in the world market.  We are not just talking ‘normal’ cosmetics which may feel nice, smell nice and keep the skin hydrated, that is just moisturizing outer dead skin. 

To really rejuvenate one has to remove that outer layer which shows all signs of ageing, revealing a much fresher, more youthful skin. Safely, gently and naturally RégimA helps restore the skin’s youthful appearance, improving colour, tone and texture, smoothing away fine lines and uneven skin colour, bringing back that glow of a good, healthy skin, irrespective of age.

To book your RégimA Treatment please phone us on:

(011)327-4490

info@somabodytherapy.co.za

www.somabodytherapy.co.za