How many times have you set a skin related goal as your new year’s resolution only to give up after feeling like you aren’t getting anywhere?! Finding the skincare routine to meet your skin’s needs can be tricky sometimes but it is more than obtainable with Sleekskin® Aesthetics on your side! Whether your intention is to finally rid yourself of chronic breakouts or stubbornly dry skin, 2023 is the year that you finally achieve your much desired skin complexion, but how? 

Step One: Identify your skin triggers

Finding out what is causing your skin to react in a less than ideal way is one of the first ways we can work together to treat your skin. Things that trigger our skin to misbehave can include: 

• Certain skincare products or ingredients
• Foods in our diet
• Stressors in our environment

…Just to name a few. 

Step Two: Determine what products your skin is craving

Next comes determining the best way to treat and protect your skin. Properly pairing your skin with the compatible products it needs is imperative to having radiant skin. Not all skincare products are created equal and not all skin reacts the same way to the same products. 

In fact, sometimes the product that we’re resorting to can actually be causing more harm than good. A great example of this would be someone struggling with acne who continues to use harsh, drying cleansers without any relief, when it is actually their skin barrier that needs to be addressed rather than their oil production. In this instance, I would recommend incorporating the Sleekskin® Arnica Barrier Serum to help reinforce the skin’s natural barrier. 

Step Three: Establish a good in-office skincare regimen

Just like you take your car or even body in for regular maintenance, your face has similar needs. Routine facials are a great way to keep your skin complexion in tip top shape. It also gives your esthetician the opportunity to address: 

• Excessive drying
• Breakouts
• Redness and irritation
• A dull complexion

Before then they worsen and become more stubborn to deal with, make a goal to get in for a facial every four weeks or so for the best results! 

Step Four: Establish a good at-home skincare routine

Maintaining your skin in between facials is, of course, the goal, so using products to preserve your post-facial glow and nourish the skin in between visits is equally as important. A good rule of thumb is to protect your skin in the daytime, treat it in the evening and cleanse and moisturize it always. The Sleekskin® Sunny Citrus Cleanser and the Sleekskin® Cranberry Quench Moisturizer are my go-to recommendation but that obviously depends on your skin type and needs. In addition, having an SPF for the daytime is a must. For the evening, finding a serum that works with your skin is another must. The Sleekskin Stem Cell Reactivation Serum and Sleekskin Vibrant Eye Serum are two personal favorites of mine . From there, we can work to add in additional products like: 

• Gentle exfoliants to address things like dull skin
• Brightening creams to rid your complexion of dark spots
• Calming creams to reduce inflammation and oxidative stress

…Plus so much more! 

What are you waiting for?! Let’s start your new year off right and start executing this four step plan ASAP! Head on over to www.sleekskinaz.com and schedule your facial immediately! 2023 is the year you put your best skin complexion forward 😉

It is no secret that this time of year can be harsh on our skin. Between the dry air and cold temperatures our skin can appear increasingly dry and lack-luster if we aren’t careful. Fortunately, with the right care and products, winter skin can be a thing of the past. If you take the initiative to follow the below steps, your skin will be gorgeous and glowing all year round! 

Adjust your skincare routine to the season

First and foremost, make sure that your skincare matches the conditions to which your skin is exposed. One product that is a true fountain of youth year-round is Sleekskin® Aesthetics Telomere Intensive Moisturizer. This product is ultra-hydrating and will seal in moisture during any season!

Stay hydrated even if it isn’t hot

While hydration through the hotter months might come easier to us, the importance stays the same as the temperatures go down. Our hydration directly affects the overall appearance and texture of our skin. Dehydration results in our skin appearing dull, dry and even lacking in elasticity. Drinking plenty of water and eating hydrating foods is the best way to keep your entire body hydrated, no matter the time of year! 

Be proactive with your skincare rather than reactive

Don’t wait around for your skin appearance to be less than ideal to do something about it! Instead, be proactive with your skincare. Two things everyone should have in their medicine cabinet to do so would be a high-quality product for around the eyes and a serum, of course.

 For a product to address fine-lines around the eye, you can’t go wrong with Sleekskin® Aesthetics Vibrant Eye Serum. Based on clinical studies, skin became firmer and more elastic in appearance in as little as 8 weeks with the use of it! As for a top-notch serum, Sleekskin® Aesthetics Stem Cell Reactivation Serum is ideal for season-round use. This serum addresses things like: 

• Collagen production 
• Elasticity 
• Vibrance and brightness 

All while leaving your skin protected and glowing. 

Stay up on your routine facials 

Last but certainly not least, staying up on your monthly facials, not just in the winter, but year round will help your skin maintain its integrity even during harsher conditions. Just like our car needs routine maintenance, so does our skin. In addition, it also gives us the opportunity to perfect your at-home skincare routine, ensuring that your skin is having all of its needs met. 
So what are you waiting for?! Let’s get you gorgeous and glowing skin this winter. To schedule an appointment with the expert esthetician, Deb at Sleekskin® Aesthetics in Scottsdale Arizona simply head to www.sleekskinaz.com/contact today!

Safe and effective exfoliation is one of the best ways to promote gorgeous and glowing skin. In fact, many skincare experts rely on exfoliation to help: 

• Promote collagen production
• Stimulate blood flow to encourage healing
• Reduce dark spots and pigmentation
• Eliminate dead skin and impurities

These days though, there are so many different types of exfoliation that you can offer, you could be asking yourself, which is the best?! While there are many benefits to several of the different exfoliant methods, some will argue that one is the best, and I might happen to agree with them. 

The best way to exfoliate… A Chemical Peel!

What is a chemical peel? 

A chemical peel is a professional technique used to remove the outermost layer of the skin for a rejuvenated and luxurious appearance. Overtime, they help the skin appear more conditioned, even and smooth. Not all chemical peels are created equal though. Some peels only target the surface levels, while all of the peels offered at Sleekskin® Aesthetics treat the underneath layers as well

What are the benefits of chemical peels? 

Since a chemical peel eliminates the outermost layer of skin, it provides a service that is abundantly ready to receive all the products during your facial for maximum results. They also remove dead skin and impurities that cause your skin to appear dull and have breakouts. Since chemical peels also promote cell turnover, they have a list of anti aging benefits that goes on and on as well, including: 

• Reducing fine lines and wrinkles 
• Improving elasticity
• Increased collagen production

…And more! 

Is there a lot of recovery time? 

Another huge pro about chemical peels, especially ones done at Sleekskin Aesthetics in Scottsdale, Arizona, is that can be minimally invasive. Unlike other procedures that can leave you peeling and flakey for weeks, the BioRepeel used by Sleekskin® Aesthetics leaves you with perfect skin without any downtime. 

Who should consider a chemical peel? 

If you’ve noticed that your skin has been quite lack-luster lately, whether it has appeared: 

• Dry 
• Dull 
• Saggy
• Dehydration

…then this is a service worth considering! To find out if a chemical peel is right for your skin and to schedule your appointment with Sleekskin Aesthetics, simply head to www.sleekskinaz.com!

I think we can all agree that we are over the moon, finally seeing lower temperatures outside. Cool evening breezes, fall decor and soup are all things that we have to look forward to! Just like the seasons change, so does our skin, and therefore so should our skincare routine. Consistently reevaluating your skincare routine as well as your own skin’s needs is an important part of maintaining a clear and age-defying complexion as time goes on. 

Your skin is constantly trying to communicate with you, so first and foremost pay attention and listen to the signs and signals that it sends!

Ways your skin might be trying to talk to you: 

If you are breaking out easily – If you have become way more breakout prone and you know your hormones and diet aren’t to blame, the cause might be a damaged skin barrier. This may be a sign that you are overdoing it with a certain product or that you are using something too harsh for your skin. 

Trying to reinforce your skin barrier might need to be prioritized over cleansing. If this is the case, I highly suggest the Sleekskin® Arnica Barrier Serum as an addition to your skincare routine, thanks to an infusion of 15% Arnica. 

If your skin has lost some elasticity and you’ve noticed more fine lines and wrinkles – Your skin might be lacking in hydration. 

Incorporating a product containing hyaluronic acid, like Sleekskin® Telomere Intensive Moisturizer, might be just what your skin needs. Hyaluronic acid helps the skin cell hold onto moisture, making skin appear plumper and firmer. As a bonus, this product is also rich in peptides, another way to promote healthier skin 😉 

If you have been noticing more dark spots and pigmentation, your skin might be under increased oxidative stress – Give your skin vitamins and nutrients is important to keeping it healthy, just like the rest of our body. 

Try adding Sleekskin® Brilliance Antioxidant Serum to give your skin a literal multivitamin! It is packed with antioxidants that protect your skin as well as lightening agents like vitamin C to visibly correct dark spots from acne scars, sun damage and more. 

Whatever changes you have noticed in your skin, remember that just like our weather, it moves in seasons. It needs change and to evolve, so we must change how we care for it accordingly. If you need help learning how to adapt your skincare routine to the current season of your skin, or which products are best to accommodate it, get in touch with Sleekskin® Aesthetics in Scottsdale today! 
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