June 2023 | My Skin Appeal

By: Yoko McCall LE, CLT

“Glass skin” is a new South Korean beauty trend which refers to the appearance of smooth, flawless, translucent looking skin that resembles the smooth texture and clarity of glass.

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The goal is to achieve a youthful, dewy, and radiant complexion. Hydration is key to achieving this look but since there is no one single, universally agreed method, here’s what I suggest as a skin expert.

Choose your cleanser wisely – ensure your cleanser is not drying your skin out. Avoid cleansers with ingredients that strip your skin of natural oils like sodium lauryl sulfate, added fragrances and high levels of alcohol. Instead choose cleansers with natural foaming agents like Mikel Kristi Purifying Wash or Refreshing Wash which uses foaming agent derived from coconut.

Keep your skin exfoliated – Eliminating dead skin cells is important to having a dewy complexion. Using products with AHA/BHA (chemical exfoliants) help minimize a buildup of dead skin on the surface – try the Mikel Kristi Rejuvenating Swipes or Biopeptide 10% Swipes and Vital A Serum nightly to promote cell turnover. A monthly facial with Dermaplaning and/or Microdermabrasion can make the skin smoother and more radiant.

Hydrate, hydrate, hydrate – I know you get bored of your esthetician telling you to drink more water but DRINK MORE WATER & hydrate your skin from the outside in. Try a DiamondGlow facial which exfoliates and infuses your skin with hydrating serums formulated specifically for your skin needs. Add hyaluronic acid to your skin routine, a humectant which retains moisture and is capable of binding over one thousand times of its weight in water! After cleansing, spritz your skin with toner (Mikel Kristi Lavender & Hibiscus) then apply your hyaluronic acid (Skin Medica HA5 Serum).

Skin Rejuvenation – Let’s be honest, skincare can only do so much to create a more youthful and radiant complexion. It might be time to go deeper with lights, lasers, radiofrequency or ultrasound. These treatments are all different but ultimately do the same thing which is stimulate collagen production in the dermis. The best course of action largely depends on how deep your damage is currently. We recommend a complimentary consultation with one of our providers to decide which course of action is best for you.

To discover more about Mikel Kristi products, please speak to one of our friendly skincare experts at Skin Appeal or visit mikelkristi.com.

By Savannah McLauglin, LE, CLT

As an Arizona native, I am no stranger to the sun and extremely hot weather (and if you’re from Arizona too, you know exactly what I’m talking about). I love taking my summer vacations, going on family barbecues and taking an occasional swim. During these summer months especially, it is almost impossible to escape the harsh UV rays whether you are spending a day on the beach or even simply driving to work. So how do we escape the sun?

The answer is: We don’t. However, what we CAN do is take some easy measures to prevent and protect ourselves from the sun’s UV rays. I’m a Licensed Aesthetician and Certified Laser Technician, and I’m going to give you all of my clinically proven tips to keeping your skin even toned and preventing aging caused by the sun.

Get a DiamondGlow Signature or Elite Facial Once a Month

-During the summer we often seek out treatments that require minimal downtime whether it’s because we do not have the time to spare for healing, or simply because not every patient is suitable to do deeper resurfacing treatments during the summer.

-A great way to have glowing skin all summer long is by getting a DiamondGlow facial every month.

-During the DiamondGlow facial, you will receive a dermaplane to exfoliate/smooth texture, a facial massage for relaxation and lymphatic drainage, and your DiamondGlow treatment! In addition, your aesthetician will customize your treatment with a unique pro-infusion serum by SkinMedica to meet your skin’s needs:

*Even & Correct Advanced Brightening corrects hyperpigmentation, sun spots and melasma.

*TNS Advanced+ targets wrinkles, fine lines and promotes collagen.

*HA5 Hyaluronic Acid instantly hydrates and plumps.

*Pore Clarifying promotes clear skin, targeting whiteheads and blackheads in acne-prone skin.

*Vitamin C delivers a deep dose of antioxidants to rejuvenate and protect.

Skincare, Skincare, Skincare!

-Having a comprehensive home care routine is crucial to treating any skin concern and keeping the skin healthy!

-Just as you would brush your teeth in the AM & PM, it is vital to the skin’s health to perform your skincare routine regularly.

-Meet with your Skin Appeal Licensed Aesthetician to receive your personalized skincare routine with medical grade, ethically effective products such as Mikel Kristi, SkinMedica and Xtetic.

Use a Skin Brightener/Lightener to Prevent Unwanted Pigmentation.

-Tyrosinase is an enzyme that aids in the first step in the overproduction of melanin, which leads to melasma, sun spots and skin discoloration.

-Skin lighteners, which are tyrosinase inhibitors, block tyrosinase from being able to even take the first step in producing melanin. So the process is stopped before it can even begin!

-You don’t need to have melasma, sun/age spots or a pigmentation condition to be able to use a skin lightener. Everyone is affected by UV Rays which trigger sun spots that pop up on our skin at one point or another.

Skin Lighteners include:

*SkinMedica Even & Correct Advanced Lightening Serum

*Even & Correct Dark Spot Cream

*Xtetic MelanTran3x Lightening Concentrate

*Cosmelan 2 MD Cream

*Mikel Kristi Vital C Serum (Not a tyrosinase inhibitor but is great for brightening and protection)

*Mikel Kristi C-Radiance Moisturizer (Not a tyrosinase inhibitor but is great for brightening and protection)

SUNSCREEN!!!! Apply till you die!

It’s 2023! We know how wearing an SPF daily can be quite literally life saving! Make sure you invest in a safe, medical grade sunscreen and apply all summer long!