the skin to develop thicker, plumper, shinier, and smoother skin. Products containing alpha-hydroxy acids are available in concentrations ranging from 5 percent to 15 percent. Alpha-hydroxy acids (glycolic acid) have been shown to improve hyperpigmentation, color, and to a lesser degree the character of wrinkles. When used in moisturizer products at a 4- to 5-percent concentration, skin smoothness has improved.
Tretinoin (Renova/Retin-A) is a prescription product that has been shown conclusively to improve wrinkles and smooth skin by stimulating collagen production. Unfortunately, when use of the product is discontinued, the skin reverts to its untreated condition. The major drawback of this product is that the skin becomes quite sensitive to sun exposure.
Glycolic acid and trichloroacetic peels have been shown to smooth skin and reduce hyperpigmentation. The higher the product's concentration, the greater the resulting effect, though with deeper chemical trauma to the skin. More peel means more posttreatment redness and crusting, which can often last for several weeks or months. Another potential complication is the development of areas of scarring or irregular skin lightening.
Treatment with laser or LED light causes a controlled thermal burn on the layers of the skin. The depth of injury depends on the type of laser and other factors varied by the laser operator. Often small variations in the settings can cause significant trauma to the skin. Just as with chemical peels, these burns can cause redness and crusting and potentially areas of irregular skin lightening. Many of the lasers/light products will require multiple treatments over several months. The hope is that, by using a less aggressive treatment more frequently, the posttreatment side effects will be minimal.
When evaluating options for skin rejuvenation, take a historical perspective. Over the years numerous products have arrived with great promise that did not stand the test of time. Clearly, if there were a perfect product, research would cease. When looking at a new product or treatment being offered, we have to look at its potential for improvement and also weigh it based on the number of treatments that will be needed, the time commitment required, and the potential for skin damage.
4
Nutrition for Rich, Shiny, Strong, Soft Hair
Zest is the secret of all beauty. There is no beauty that is attractive without zest.
—Christian Dior
On a good hair day, anything seems possible! When your hair is lustrous and shiny, with extra bounce and body, you feel energetic, attractive, and sexy. With the right color and a terrific cut, you know you'll make a good first impression on a date, you'll turn heads walking down the street, or you'll command attention when you need it most. When and with whom you choose to let your hair down later is your business!
Beautiful, healthy hair is not only a pleasure for others to see; it's a pleasure to have—even show off. Our hair says a lotabout who we are and how we're feeling. In fact, when someone makes a drastic change in her hair, we wonder if she is the same person. Maybe that's why it was so disturbing when Britney Spears shaved her head. Or when Faith Hill chopped off her long blonde curls and got a trendy, razor-cut, bottle blonde style. In fact, when actress Keri Russell cut her long ringlets in favor of a short crop, viewers stopped watching her top-rated show, "Felicity"!
We all want thick, healthy hair that looks shiny and fresh. The best way to get great hair is to grow it. While this chapter does include information about taking care of the hair you have, the real story is the hair you are
going
to have in about six months. Starting today, you are going to grow your own lovely, lustrous locks—then treat them gently so your hair stays full and fabulous.
How Healthy, Luxuriant Hair Grows
Just like your skin, your hair reflects your nutritional status. Behind great hair is great nutrition. There are no hair
Tretinoin (Renova/Retin-A) is a prescription product that has been shown conclusively to improve wrinkles and smooth skin by stimulating collagen production. Unfortunately, when use of the product is discontinued, the skin reverts to its untreated condition. The major drawback of this product is that the skin becomes quite sensitive to sun exposure.
Glycolic acid and trichloroacetic peels have been shown to smooth skin and reduce hyperpigmentation. The higher the product's concentration, the greater the resulting effect, though with deeper chemical trauma to the skin. More peel means more posttreatment redness and crusting, which can often last for several weeks or months. Another potential complication is the development of areas of scarring or irregular skin lightening.
Treatment with laser or LED light causes a controlled thermal burn on the layers of the skin. The depth of injury depends on the type of laser and other factors varied by the laser operator. Often small variations in the settings can cause significant trauma to the skin. Just as with chemical peels, these burns can cause redness and crusting and potentially areas of irregular skin lightening. Many of the lasers/light products will require multiple treatments over several months. The hope is that, by using a less aggressive treatment more frequently, the posttreatment side effects will be minimal.
When evaluating options for skin rejuvenation, take a historical perspective. Over the years numerous products have arrived with great promise that did not stand the test of time. Clearly, if there were a perfect product, research would cease. When looking at a new product or treatment being offered, we have to look at its potential for improvement and also weigh it based on the number of treatments that will be needed, the time commitment required, and the potential for skin damage.
4
Nutrition for Rich, Shiny, Strong, Soft Hair
Zest is the secret of all beauty. There is no beauty that is attractive without zest.
—Christian Dior
On a good hair day, anything seems possible! When your hair is lustrous and shiny, with extra bounce and body, you feel energetic, attractive, and sexy. With the right color and a terrific cut, you know you'll make a good first impression on a date, you'll turn heads walking down the street, or you'll command attention when you need it most. When and with whom you choose to let your hair down later is your business!
Beautiful, healthy hair is not only a pleasure for others to see; it's a pleasure to have—even show off. Our hair says a lotabout who we are and how we're feeling. In fact, when someone makes a drastic change in her hair, we wonder if she is the same person. Maybe that's why it was so disturbing when Britney Spears shaved her head. Or when Faith Hill chopped off her long blonde curls and got a trendy, razor-cut, bottle blonde style. In fact, when actress Keri Russell cut her long ringlets in favor of a short crop, viewers stopped watching her top-rated show, "Felicity"!
We all want thick, healthy hair that looks shiny and fresh. The best way to get great hair is to grow it. While this chapter does include information about taking care of the hair you have, the real story is the hair you are
going
to have in about six months. Starting today, you are going to grow your own lovely, lustrous locks—then treat them gently so your hair stays full and fabulous.
How Healthy, Luxuriant Hair Grows
Just like your skin, your hair reflects your nutritional status. Behind great hair is great nutrition. There are no hair
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