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Hydroxy Acids

Hydroxy acid skin care is one of the oldest and newest market options in skin care. Centuries ago, women applied old wine, sour milk, lemon juice and other acidic products to help reduce the signs of aging. Today these products are more refined and are known as hydroxy acids.

Trying to make sense of the hydroxy acids is very confusing with all of the new and innovative products on the market.  Essentially, hydroxy acids penetrate the top layers of the skin (epidermis and upper dermis) to achieve exfoliation - the sloughing of old skin cells. Exfoliation stimulates the skin and healthy cells are regenerated. The effect essentially is "anti-aging." The skin is smoother and softer with an overall lessening of fine wrinkles and skin discoloration.

 
Alpha hydroxy acids, specifically glycolic acid, are available in concentrations between 2% and 20%. They are found in facial washes, toners, moisturizers, sunscreens and a wide variety of other products.   As a consumer, despite the labeling, it is impossible to know the chemical composition or acidity of a given product. This is why it is important to purchase widely used or name brand products from reputable manufacturers.

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New Year, New Appointment

The New Year is here! 

If you, like us, resolved to make 2012 a time to focus on health and wellness, we're here to support you in meeting that goal.  In addition to eating right, exercising regularly, and getting a good night’s rest, good health living in the desert includes getting your annual skin examination!  Make sure to schedule your annual skin check by calling us at (520) 293-5757, option 1.  During your skin exam, we'll educate you on how to perform a skin cancer self-examination and help you to understand the ABC's of Melanoma detection and prevention.  Interested in anti-aging?  Our dermatologists and skin care specialists will be happy to work with you to establish a skin care routine that helps you to look your best. 

 Let's work together to make 2012 YOUR healthiest year yet!__________________________________________________________

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