Researched & Written by Nicole Gentile, MMS, PA-C Founder of Elemental Healing Solutions “If It’s Natural, It must be safe…” True or False? What Are Coconut Alkanes? Alkanes are a chemistry term for paraffins. You are probably more familiar with paraffins in terms of their association with waxes, but they are also a group of compounds used as solvents, fats, and even natural gases. Coconut Alkanes are basically naturally-derived paraffins which are commonly used as an emollient (product which softens and hydrates the skin) in skin care formulations, or even on their own. They are virtually synonymous with coconut oil,…
Hair Loss appears in many patterns and paths as well as pathologies. Today, our spotlight on hair health focuses on a particular type of hair shedding which causes people of all ages and backgrounds stress, and ironically, arises from various presentations of stress. How does the hair growth cycle work? When hair grows normally, it typically grows for 4 years and then rests for four months. New hair then grows under the resting hair, pushing it out. This kind of loss is normal and is more obvious when hair is kept long – making the typical 100 hairs a day…
Did you know ? We ALL have yeast living on our skin. Yes, yeast – as in, fungus… Living… on our skin… You might think this sounds repulsive, and if that’s the case, you’d be surprised to learn that it’’s actually part of our natural AND HEALTHY flora. The native yeasts of the skin are actually HELPFUL and HEALTHFUL in the skin’s immune response and wound repair. On a larger scale, the right amount of these fungi help your body’s immune system do its job. However, too much of a good thing, isn’t always a good thing… Just like too…
Just over a month ago, the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) recommended everyone wear a mask while in public to prevent the spread of covid-19. These masks and face coverings provide a layer of protection; however, we are also observing a direct relationship with irritated the skin, clogged pores, and acne flares – even in patients who have never experienced acne in the past. P. acnes is not the only culprit when it comes to the cause of acne blemishes. Many patients traditionally present with “pimples” assuming they’re hormonal or from oil or bacteria on the skin; when in fact,…
Celebrate Mom With AesthetixRx It’s Simple, just: 1.) Follow @aesthetixskin on Instagram and/or Aesthetix Skin & Surgery on Facebook. 2.) Share a post describing a favorite memory of your mother or honoring mom in your own special way. 3.) Tag @aesthetixskin or Aesthetix Skin & Surgery, and add the #AesthetixRx and #MomsDay2020 Then, tune in on Sunday to find out if your name was drawn for our Mother’s Day 2020 Regimen Raffle. The winner will receive an AesthetixRx regimen to Balance, Brighten, and Protect worth $190 in product value. To learn more about these products, check out our skin…
Kid Quaranteam: Real Moms Share Their Favorite Lockdown Activities To Do With Kids It happened. We adjusted. Welcome to the new and evolving norm. Here we are, contained in our homes and neighborhoods; many of us working from home while virtual schooling. And then what? When the “school day” or work week is over, do we sprawl out on the sofa and binge television shows and series? If your kids are anything like most, the answer which would surprise alot of folks who aren’t contained in a home with small children is: (*first let me spit my drink out through…