by admin | Aug 5, 2016 | TREATMENT MODALITIES
International Academy of Cosmetic Dermatology ULTRAVIOLET LIGHT (UV) Ultraviolet light (UV), or more correctly, ultraviolet radiation (UVR), contains wavelengths of light just beyond purple on the visible light spectrum. UVR is produced by the sun or by artificial...
by admin | Aug 5, 2016 | TREATMENT MODALITIES
International Academy of Cosmetic Dermatology SUNSCREENS Sunscreens are over-the-counter agents that prevent UV-induced effects to the skin. They come in a variety of forms for topical application, such as lotions, gels, and sprays. Each contains one or more...
by admin | Aug 5, 2016 | TREATMENT MODALITIES
International Academy of Cosmetic Dermatology SUN PROTECTION FACTOR (SPF) SPF, or sun protection factor, is a well-recognized indicator of sunscreen products for skin protection from harmful sunrays. The sun radiates visible light, as well as ultraviolet radiation...
by admin | Aug 5, 2016 | TREATMENT MODALITIES
International Academy of Cosmetic Dermatology SOFT TISSUE AUGMENTATION A variety of materials can be injected to increase tissue volume and modify the appearance of a cosmetic unit. For that reason, a thorough understanding of facial aesthetic proportions and...
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International Academy of Cosmetic Dermatology SOAPS, DETERGENTS, and SHAMPOOS Soap and cleanliness have always been inseparable, with cleansing, be it personal hygiene or laundering, being a part of human history since the beginning of time. Even more stringent have...
by admin | Aug 5, 2016 | TREATMENT MODALITIES
International Academy of Cosmetic Dermatology SELF-MEDICATION Not a good idea! Until it is possible to consult a dermatologist, there are some dos and don’ts. While there are infections of the skin, such as folliculitis, impetigo, and secondarily infected...
