Skincare for Children and Teens: Address Skin Care Concerns Early On

While acne or dry, flaky skin may not seem like anything that should worry a 10-year old, these skin conditions are quickly becoming the domain of young children. Early onset puberty, hormones in food, and an increase in stress all have more than a few unfortunate side effects. Skincare-News.com's latest article, "In the 'Tween of Things" approaches skincare for this age group with thoughtful and carefully selected options to ward off unwelcome blemishes and dryness.

A spot a day: Rather than blitzing pre-adolescent blemishes with harsh acids or scrubs, instead reach for a gentle cleansing system that will normalize awakening oil glands and treat existing blemishes, while at the same time, not overwhelm your young teen with too many steps. A great start for all ages (and for a lifetime of great skin) is to initiate a cleansing routine. Start with a mild gel cleanser. Keeping the face clean of dirt and pollution is a smart step for all teens, and, one of the easiest. For those small bumps or blemishes that are starting to pop up, try a spot treatment with botanicals acne fighters. Encourage pre-teens to wash their face at least once a day, and discourage them from picking or popping at blemishes.

Mind the moisture: After skin has been cleansed, moisturizer is the next step.

Don't forget about the boys: A 2000 study by the British Journal of Dermatology suggests that teenagers with acne suffered from reduced self-esteem, lowered self confidence and body-image issues. These psychological effects can impact boys as well as girls so be certain to introduce young teen boys to good skincare, as well.

Best for stress: Heightened social pressure to fit-in, extra long school days and intense amounts of homework and extra-curricular activities all pile up quickly on the shoulders of a young person, potentially causing stress and anxiety.

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Lipodissolve Remains Nu U Medspa's Most Popular Procedure for 2008

Lipodissolve, mesotherapy, laser hair removal, Botox, Restylane, IPL, Photofacial, Acne treatment, Chemical Peel, skin tightening are among Nu U Medspa's specialties with Arizona locations in Phoenix, Scottsdale, Mesa & Glendale AZ & Chicago locations in Skokie, Schaumburg, Naperville, Lincoln Park, Lakeview & Wicker Park, Illinois.

What is Lipodissolve?

Lipodissolve. is a non-surgical medical procedure that involves the injection of a compound called phosphatidylcholine into the skin to dissolve fat. Phosphatidylcoline (PPC) is a naturally occuring enzyme and is the main component of soy lecithin. Lecithin has been medically proven to have the ability to break down fat and reduce cholesterol. PPC has been used for fat removal and cellulite reduction by physicians for several years now as a safe non invasive alternative to surgical procedures such as liposuction. The compound is administered through a series of micro-injections to permanently dissolve the fat in unwanted areas. The compound is delivered directly into the subcutaneous fat through multiple microinjections administered over one to three treatment sessions spaced about six weeks apart. The treatment is meant to dissolve fat, which is removed from the body through normal waste removal. The desired end result is precise body contouring in localized areas. Although similar, lipodissolve is not to be confused with mesotherapy.

What is Mesotherapy?

Mesotherapy is a minimally invasive, micro-injection technique used to treat patients for a variety of medical and cosmetic conditions. It was invented in 1952 by Dr. Michel Pistor, and is a procedure where medication is injected into the mesoderm, the layer of fat and connective tissue under the skin. In the U.S. the focus of this therapy is largely cosmetic treating such conditions as cellulite, spot fat reduction, rejuvenation of the skin and hair regrowth.

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