Posts Tagged ‘Regima Peels’

• Oily and problematic skin – how to solve the problem with RegimA

  Date: 2010.07.26 | Category: Body And Beauty Treatment Tips | Response: 0

  

  Oily / Problem Skin?

  Oily skins generally present with blackheads, white heads and a variety of lesions which, unless treated, lead to more serious problems such as cysts and boils. The combination of oil and skin cells allows bacteria to develop within the follicles, resulting in inflammation, redness, swelling, pain. If not controlled, results long-term in post-inflammatory hyper pigmentation and scarring.

  Exfoliation is extremely important in an oily skin to unplug blocked pores.  Unfortunately clients with oily skins are under the wrong impression that their skins are dirty so they tend to scrub problematic areas prone to blackheads, causing damage. Harsh abrasives cause adulteration of the skin, exacerbate an oily problem, cause inflammation, with resultant pigmentation. If the oily skin is also problematic then harsh abrasives can lead to spreading of infection and scarring.

  The low pH (acidity) of RégimA helps to control externally the problems associated with a problem or acneform skin by destroying most skin bacteria which are the main cause of inflammation and cross infection.  Many active ingredients known for their acne combating properties, are used to help clear blackheads, refine the pores and have a leveling effect on acne scarring. Formulations using natural anti-inflammatories help calm reddened, inflamed, sore skins and help control breakouts eg.  Scar Repair, Quantum Elastin, Amino Actives Problem Skin Therapy, Anti-Acne Ointment, Equilibrium Anti-Problem Skin Serum etc. If one suffers from excessive oil production one may use our B-Complex Daily Radiance containing a seborrhoeic controller, formulated to help repair and nourish with the added bonus of SPF 30, or Ultramatte Daily Infusion supplying a non-greasy day treatment with SPF 15.  It is essential to start off the day and night routine by cleansing with RegimA Cleansing Gel, clearing and tightening the pores. Plants add a Natural skin toning effect, so no extra toner is required.

  RégimA also offers nightly exfoliation using natural AHAs (alpha hydroxy acids) and BHAs  (beta hydroxy acids), malic and lactic acids which dissolve oily plugged pores and dead tissue whilst at the same time repairing and rejuvenating.  A nightly application of a RégimA AHA night cream gives a full 8 hours of natural, continual  full face exfoliation without trauma -  RégimA Night Renewal Ultimate Booster or Rejuvo-Derm Night Repair offer NATURAL exfoliation.

  Cleansing is a critical part of the oily skin regime.  Cleansing morning and evening is essential and always immediately following any sporting activity to remove excess oil secretions and perspiration to prevent blockage. RégimA believes that cleansing and toning in one offers the perfect solution.  We know that harsh astringents can exacerbate oil secretion so we use combinations of plants to clear and tighten the pores without stripping the skin of essential moisture -  RégimA Hydroactive Cleansing & Toning Gel, Derma Deep Cleansing Gel, Youth High Performance Cleansing & Toning Gel.

  RégimA recommends home care natural exfoliation via the application of ingredients such as papaya, often called the ‘biological scalpel’. Papaya works by enzymatic action dissolving dead tissue without affecting living tissue, causing no trauma during the process. This is provided courtesy of the RégimA Exfoliating Natural Treatment Masque.  It is in a gel form and can be used about 3 times a week for an oily skin.  (For very young skins we suggest Youth RégimA Midas Touch Peel Off Masque  3 times weekly)

  In-salon treatment ‘New Generation’ Purifying Problem Skin Treatment Serum for oily, acne, problem skins is used as part of a RégimA facial procedure.  It  normalizes hormone levels within the skin, regulates sebaceous gland activity, anti-microbial, eliminates impurities, natural antiseptic, anti inflammatory, promotes rapid healing, maintains fluid balance, anti-ageing, natural exfoliation.  Minimizes pores, reduces oiliness, treats wounds, promotes renewed elasticity.  Continuity of care at home is assured with RégimA Equilibrium Anti-Problem Serum and Anti-Acne Ointment.

  Experience has found that RégimA New Age ‘Peel & Heal’ in-salon treatments greatly improve an oily sallow skin, deeply, naturally, safely exfoliating, tightening the pores, improving colour and texture of the skin.  Because many foundations are either oily and block the pores or are oil-free and dehydrate the skin, RégimA manufactured a plant based, ultra-lite, repairing foundation.  This formulation promotes healing whilst covering, giving skin new life  -  RégimA Face-It Repairing, Anti-Ageing, Ultra-Lite Natural Plant Based Professional Foundation

  (For teenage acne/problem skin see section on Youth Skin Care)

  Blocked Pores, White Heads?

  We have been aware for some time that problem skins can in many cases be related to the foundation a person may be using.  This can in certain cases be due to a particular ingredient which is used as a white pigment and also as a sunscreen in most foundations.  In some individuals this can cause blocking of the pores and fine milia (white heads) develop.

  We at RegimA believe we have solved this problem by formulating the most natural unique foundation called FACE-IT Repairing, Anti-Ageing, Ultralite, Natural Plant Based Foundation. It was created with a plant base, including centella asiatica, bulbinella frutescens, aloe leaf extract, calendula, rose seed extract, known for their skin healing, moisturizing, anti-inflammatory activities,  combined with algae extract to stimulate blood circulation, naturally oxygenating the skin.  Carnitine improves mitochondrial function which provides greater energy for cell renewal.  Special proteins reinforce the skins moisture barrier, whilst also promoting cell regeneration. Helps repair damaged, problem skins, fragile, crepey skins improving elasticity and firmness.  Bioflavonoids are catalysts ensuring deeper absorption of the powerful healing, anti-ageing actives. Contains high concentrations of only the finest natural ingredients with organic colour tinctures.

  RegimA professional foundation enhances the natural beauty of all skins, providing just enough cover, illuminating the skin bringing back a silky smooth, youthful radiance.

  This foundation will not, like some make-ups, block the pores or damage the skin.  It has been formulated to provide added protection against harsh climates and works synergistically with RegimA day care essentials.

  If one has battled with the problem of blocked pores, blackheads, whiteheads, fine bumps sitting under the skin, then one should look at the foundation being used, irrespective of the cost of that product.  Do not just pay for advertising, pay for the content and power of a product.  One should be careful when using foundations which have high sun protection factors as this is almost always provided by an ingredient called titanium dioxide, which is a white pigment and in some cases can cause blocking of the pores.

  Whether the skin is young, oily and problematic or more dry and mature this foundation provides an instant visible improvement.  It has a light velvety texture which glides onto the skin blending perfectly.

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• RegimA skincare products as your homecare product?

  Date: 2010.07.19 | Category: Body And Beauty Treatment Tips | Response: 0

  

  What type of improvement can one expect with RégimA?

  •Softening of fine lines from sun damage

  •Smoothing of deeper lines if undergoing treatments with the ‘Peel & Heal’

  •Diminution of coarse lines from sun damage or age

  •Increased smoothness of skin texture

  •Normalizing of pigmentation and improvement in overall skin colour

  •Firming, toning of the skin of the face and body

  •Improved suppleness and rehydration of tired, damaged skin

  •Clearing blackheads and spots and minimizing pore size

  •Enhanced wound healing and scar maturation

  •Helps even old scarring  improves smoothness & colour of scarring

  •Helps prevent and repair stretch marks

  •Helps eliminate and control cellulite with maintenance

  •Safe during pregnancy

  •More rapid healing and better end result following laser therapy

  •Increased natural skin glow and radiance

  •Skin maintenance as never before bringing back youthfulness

  •Overall improvement in skin condition of the face and body

  Are RégimA products safe?

  YES.  There are many powerful NATURAL ingredients within the treatment range but all are safe to use by all age groups and even during pregnancy.  The only product NOT to be used by pregnant or lactating women would be the Curve Contour Cellulite Controller.

  How long should one use RégimA?

  The RégimA Skin Treatment Programme can and should be used indefinitely. It is the most effective range and can be used long term safely.  As one gets older the body’s cell renewal process is more sluggish and so we tend to develop one problem or another. One can help eliminate these problems and maintain as perfect a skin as possible with RégimA.

  Does RegimA use animal ingredients or do we test on animals?

  We wish to state quite categorically that we DO NOT use any animal derived ingredients whatsoever, we never test on animals and refuse to use raw materials that have been tested on animals.

  Always ask where ingredients have been derived from – You may get a shock

  It must be noted that we are not introducing collagen into the Collagen III Booster but, with the aid of a new slow release delivery system, a specialized tripeptide stimulates the body to produce healthy, youthful collagen. We do not use collagen as an ingredient because collagen is a protein that is too large a molecule to penetrate the skin so it just sits on the surface and therefore has NO therapeutic action.  Also, collagen used in cosmetics is mostly of animal origin.  One must always ask from which source collagen has been obtained as this is usually from cows/calves in the slaughter houses.  Animal proteins may also contain viruses such as mad cow disease!! (Many countries now ban any animal derived proteins because of this health risk). The same applies for any extracts that may be described as amniotic fluid, placenta (whose?), elastin (is it from horse?), DNA, colostrum, tissue extracts (whose tissue and which tissue?), hyaluronic acid (check it is not from shark cartilage), DMAE (ensure it is not from shark fat).  Many of these ingredients may provide a feeling of smoothness on the skin but if they are animal protein they do not penetrate and only work on the outer epidermis.  Beware, because with long-term use, many of the above have a steroid type of effect with thinning of the skin.  Watch out for hydroquinone being used in some ‘pigment’ products.

  The unique elastin used in  RégimA Scar Repair, Quantum Elastin and the renowned ‘Peel & Heal’ treatment is synthesized to replicate human elastin so it is accepted as a natural constituent of skin and has a therapeutic action within the dermis.  RégimA Scar Repair is the # 1 best selling scar treatment used extensively by leading plastic surgeons and it does carry a medical aid code.

  Why Medical Skin Care is Important

  A reason why doctors had previously refused to entertain skin care products in their rooms was because ‘normal’ over the counter ‘cosmetics’, irrespective of price, ‘beautify’, soften and moisturize outer dead skin with no therapeutic action within the deeper layers, so are unable to ‘treat’ skin problems. One of the greatest problems in South Africa, and doctors are faced with on a daily basis, is pigmentation. What safe options are there for the doctor to offer patients who in most cases have spent fortunes on cosmetics which promise the earth?  Deep adulteration of the skin in most cases can result in exacerbation of an already distressing problem.  For years RégimA has most successfully and safely treated hyperpigmentation with home care, including the most potent Vitamin C pigmentation products, coupled with, in doctors rooms or in salon, Peel & Heal treatments, providing the safest eradication of pigmentation.

  Another major concern in harsh climates is the incidence of skin cancer.  This can affect even the very young.  The youngest skin cancer I have personally seen was 16 years old and the youngest I have known die was 18.  Treatment options have been liquid nitrogen, laser therapy and surgery.  Medical skin treatments like RégimA ‘Peel & Heal’ offer a gentler alternative, safe to use all year round and with regular treatments helps prevent recurrence.

  One of the most neglected areas within clinics is scarring. Every medical practitioner is confronted by patients with scarring whether it is surgical, traumatic or burns.  Most people at some time in their lives have to deal with a scar.  It must be stressed that scars can never be removed completely.  Scar formation is the normal way for the body to repair itself.  The way it is treated from day one, however, dictates whether one is left with a flat, mature scar or a lumpy unsightly scar.  The old wives tale of tissue oil being the answer has been the only option that many doctors have given their patients.  Plastic surgeons have for years been taping scars with microporous tape following suture removal.  This has been found to support the wound, helping to prevent stretching and lumpiness.  However, most patients require more help in order to achieve a more aesthetically pleasing scar.  This is where a medical skin treatment is essential in order to promote more rapid scar maturation with healthy collagen synthesis and a resultant more aesthetically pleasing end result.

  RegimA Cosmeceuticals –  # 1 Choice of Leading Plastic Surgeons

  Medical skin care enhances medical and surgical treatment.  More and more South African doctors are becoming aware of the benefits of stocking cosmeceuticals within their rooms and working with skin care professionals.   This trend started many years ago in the USA, initially mainly in anti-ageing and laser clinics, and benefits doctors, therapists and patients.  More clinics are now focusing on overall care offering for example Natural skin peels for patients who may not be candidates for laser therapy or deeper chemical treatments and there is greater emphasis on anti-ageing.  Internal medication in the treatment of certain diseases or skin conditions is essential and can be helped by topical application of actives which work synergistically.  A prime example of how this synergy of internal and topical treatments works is with the acne treatment, Roaccutane.  This treatment is extremely successful in treating severe acne but can, in certain cases, have side effects. These can be eliminated by topical application of RégimA cosmeceuticals which a doctor can prescribe in combination on initiation of treatment, alleviating potential trauma both physiological and psychological.

  RégimA has been manufacturing a cosmeceutical medical skin treatment range for plastic surgeons, dermatologists, other medical practitioners and skin care professionals for many years.  We at RégimA know from experience that it is critical to total care that patients be offered pre and post operative skin treatments if they are to achieve the most favourable end result.

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