Phase 1: Remove (weeks 1-6) Products begin working to hep promote skin cell turnover. The top layer of the skin is exfoliated, removing dull, old skin cells to help promote new skin cells. Expect mild to moderate skin dryness and redness. You may notice a more even skin tone.
Phase 2: Restart (weeks 7-12) New skin cells are produced and pigment cells are distributing melanin more evenly. You may notice smoother, softer skin and skin is becoming more even toned.
Phase 3: Refresh (weeks 13-18) Skin cells are turning over. Your skin is becoming clearer, firmer, naturally hydrated and move even toned.
Phase 4: Restore (maintenance) Healthy looking skin is maintained. Your skin looks restored, skin tone is even, resilient looking, and more radiant.
Phase 5: Retain (maintenance) Continue using your Obagi system for healthy skin!
Myth 1: Only people with oily skin can get acne
Acne is caused by clogged pores and bacteria. Flakes of dead skin cells and dirt can clog pores trapping acne causing bacteria for people with dry skin. Oily skin types produce excess oil, which can lead to clogged pores and therefore acne. The type of treatment used to treat acne will be determined by your skin type, oily or dry.
Myth 2: Acne treatments work quickly
The best acne treatment is prevention. The acne cycle takes eight weeks, meaning it can take up to eight weeks to see your full results from an acne skincare regimen or treatment. Consistency is key in seeing results along with sticking with your prescribed regiment, even if you don’t see results right away.
Myth 3: The sun can clear acne
The sun can may make your pimples appear less noticeable, but that doesn’t mean they are gone. Sun exposure can make acne worse by dehydrating the skin and therefore triggers increased oil production. You may also see an increase in hyperpigmentation and darkening of your acne scars. We recommend a physical sunscreen of an SPF 30 or higher to protect your skin from sun exposure.
Myth 4: Scrubbing your skin will get rid of pimples
Over-exfoliating worsens acne. We recommend using a cleanser based on your skin type that contains either salicylic or glycolic acid.
Myth 5: Retinoids make your skin more sensitive to the sun
Retinol and Retin-A’s are used to treat acne. These products are designed to be used at nighttime to promote cellular turnover because they lose their efficacy when exposed to sunlight. Again, we recommend an SPF 30 or higher to stay protected from sun exposure.
Many thoughts creep through the minds of those who live with double chins. Here are five truths that may just hit home:
They’re only cute on babies.
All the neck and chin lifting exercises in the world aren’t going to change the look of this chin.
For guys: Maybe facial hair could disguise the problem. Maybe not, when it doesn’t grow to a full beard.
Camera angles for pictures are tricky. Go high, please.
Mirrors are not enjoyable to look at.
We understand the struggle is real and want to help!
Put your best chin forward with Kybella, an injectable treatment for adults with chin fullness or more than a double chin. Kybella eliminates fat cells beneath the chin to help improve the ever-so-necessary side profile. Kybella treatments are administered at least 1 month apart and should not exceed six total treatments. Because no two chins are the same, treatments will be different for each person. It all comes down to the amount of submental fat (double chin) that's being treated. To start your treatment journey we recommend to schedule a free consultation with one of our highly trained team members in order to decide whether or not Kybella is right for you and how much is necessary to treat your situation. Don't wait, draw a different line today!
