For some women, there could be nothing worse than having a combination of large pores and oily skin. However, there’s an effective way to wake up from this skin nightmare—undergoing laser skin treatment. Commonly used to eliminate skin blemishes like acne marks and scars, laser treatment offers a number of benefits to those suffering from other types of skin problems.

Large Pores and Oily Skin

Unfortunately, large pores and oily skin often go hand in hand. Oily skin is characteristic of having overactive sebaceous glands, which generate excess oil that passes through and clogs your pores. As a result, your pores appear larger due to the loss of skin elasticity.

While some women claim to be successful at making the size of their pores smaller with the use of creams and serums, this is actually only the effect of renewing the skin, or specifically the dermis, from underneath.

During laser treatment, the dermis of the skin is tightened while the production of new collagen is stimulated. This is what minimizes the appearance of pores, rather than affect their actual size. Even if the pores look and feel smaller, it is incorrect to say they have shrunk.

Skin Care Regimen for Oily Skin

While laser skin treatment is effective at making skin tight and firm again, which in turn improves the appearance of your pores, adopting a skin care regimen that is proper for managing oily skin will go a long way.

1. Use oil-free moisturizer – Moisturizing is a must to maintain the skin’s elasticity. Fortunately, there are skin care products available that are specific for oily skin like oil-free moisturizers. Using such products is essential to keeping your pores open, as blocked pores may lead to blackheads and pimples.

2. Use oil-control paper – You can only reduce your skin’s oil production so much. When you need a quick beauty fix for eliminating excess oil on your forehead, nose, or chin, facial blotting paper will do wonders.

3. Use makeup primer – If you wear makeup, you will need to use a primer or a base. This will help inhibit oil production so that your makeup will adhere better on your skin.

This is but a general outline for women with oily skin. To determine the best treatment program for your condition, it is still best to see your doctor. He or she will advise you on the best post-treatment regimen after a laser session.

For inquiries about our laser skin treatment or to schedule an appointment, please do not hesitate to contact us at 714-754-1985.

Are dark underarms making you feel self-conscious? Are you tired of wearing sleeved shirts all the time to hide your underarms? Luckily, there are various non-invasive skin color correction treatments readily available these days to whiten dark underarms. While you may be tempted to try home remedies to whiten your armpits, these pale in comparison to professional treatments from a licensed cosmetic clinic.

Not only are these home remedies less effective, but they could also take months—even a year—to see a noticeable difference. Why prolong the process when you can get a professional treatment with a more immediate result?

Home Remedies vs. Professional Skin Color Correction Treatment

If you’ve put up with dark underarms for so long, it might be safe to assume that you’ve done a bit of research on how to lighten the skin without going to a cosmetic clinic. On the Internet, you can find various proven and effective ways to lighten dark underarms. While these may have worked on others, it doesn’t necessarily mean that it will work on you; primarily because we each have different skin types and conditions. Your body’s reaction to the natural remedies also plays a huge role in the success or failure of the DIY treatment.

You may have come across a few DIY suggestions like scrubbing the armpits with a thin slice of potato, or rubbing the area with lemon, cucumber, vinegar, or baking soda. You may have also heard of making a mask out of mashed apples and applying this on your armpit. The frustrating part about all of these home remedies is the time it takes for them to take effect. And most of the time, the results aren’t even as noticeable as a treatment professionally done.

With a skin color correction treatment from a licensed doctor, you can see visible results after just one treatment. Laser treatments and chemical peels are two effective ways for lightening dark underarms. These procedures are non-invasive and there is little to no downtime at all. The best part is that you won’t have to wait long before you can finally show off your perfect underarms.

Additionally, with a professional treatment, the doctor can determine the right approach and procedure for your case. During the initial consultation, the doctor may perform a test or two to determine your skin type and condition. He or she will also discuss with you in full detail the procedure recommended for your underarm issues.

To get started on your journey to perfect underarms, schedule a visit with a licensed doctor at Live Gorgeous OC. You may call 714-754-1985 to set an appointment.

As people age, it’s common to see changes in their skin. Age spots, fine lines, and wrinkles are but normal signs of aging. However, this doesn’t necessarily mean you should go on looking your age. There are new technologies and cosmetic innovations, among them for wrinkle reduction, to help you feel and look younger than you actually are.

Whether they are fine or deep-set, wrinkles come about with changes in the skin’s elasticity. Put in another way, as you age your skin becomes thinner due to the decreased production of collagen. External factors such as sun exposure and smoking also play a part in hastening the skin’s aging process. While prevention or delaying the aging process is the best remedy for wrinkles, it can still be treated with the help of cosmetic intervention.

Lasers vs. Chemical Peels

Two of the most common treatments available for wrinkle removal are lasers and chemical peels. Depending on the results you want and the advice of your doctor, one treatment may be more beneficial for you.

Generally, chemical peels vary in their potency and can be categorized as light, medium, and deep. When it comes to wrinkles, light or superficial peels may yield insignificant results while deeper peels come with greater risk for side effects such as scarring and changes in skin color. They can also be uncomfortable.

Like chemical peels, lasers are minimally invasive and quick. However, they come with the advantage of being almost painless. There’s practically no downtime involved for those who undergo laser treatment, which is convenient for individuals with busy schedules, as well as those who can only squeeze a short amount of time for cosmetic services.

Wrinkle Reduction

Here at Live Gorgeous OC, our patented wrinkle removal treatment, Matrix, a fractionated laser, can treat those deep-set wrinkles, smoker’s lines, and even tighten the skin under the chin. Quick and painless, you’ll feel refreshed and rejuvenated in a matter of a few short sessions.

If laser isn’t viable for treating your wrinkles, we also have other cosmetic technologies available such as ReFirme which is powered by Elõs technology. ReFirme is a wrinkle reduction treatment that combines electrical and optical energy. Similar to Matrix, it’s also a non-invasive laser treatment that can improve your skin’s laxity and tighten it as a result.

To find out the best treatment plan for your wrinkles, we invite you to schedule an appointment with our experts. You may forward all your inquiries and concerns about your skin to them. Contact us at 714-754-1985 today!

This New Year, one of the best resolutions you can make it is to work harder at taking control of your career. Aside from updating your wardrobe, you can gain newfound confidence with the help of Botox. In Orange County where the business landscape is particularly upscale, nothing spells success better than looking good and backing it up with a solid work ethic.

Confidence Booster

Research has shown that attractiveness gives a more positive impression at work. In some industries, such as sales and entertainment in particular, looking good is part and parcel of the job. While Botox is no silver bullet in terms of securing a raise or bagging a high-profile promotion, it can help you feel more confident about yourself. This newfound confidence can spill over to your work and improve your performance or standing, which in turn may bode well for your career advancement.

How you carry yourself is important, and not just in work settings. How you feel about yourself can signal to others how you want to be treated. For example, if you slouch and act mousey, this may give an impression to others that you’re inferior and can be pushed around. On the other hand, if you stand tall and proud, greeting everyone with a smile on your face, other people will find it easy to be around you because you give off a positive impression; one that says you’re confident and self-assured.

Botox Injections

Long gone are the days when one needed to undergo painful and invasive cosmetic surgery to look beautiful again. Botox and all its components are approved by the FDA (Food and Drug Administration) for treating fine lines and wrinkles so you can rest assured they are safe and effective.

Restoring your once youthful glow is also easier and faster than you may think. In fact, administering an injection of Botox in our Orange County clinic takes as little as 10 minutes, sometimes even less! It all depends on how much change you want to see. Others are already satisfied with the results of one treatment while others come back for more injections; all this will be discussed when you have a one-on-one appointment with our experts. They are in the best position to design a treatment plan unique for your needs.

To schedule an appointment for Botox in Orange County, please do not hesitate to contact us at 714-754-1985; we’d be glad to hear from you.