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Top Tips to Maintain Healthy, Glowing Skin

by Kyle Song, MD
October 30th, 2014

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Ever wondered how it’s possible to get movie-star worthy skin?  Find yourself mulling over the skincare secrets that all celebrity A-listers seem to possess?  As it turns out, you don’t need to have the million-dollar budget of a movie star; you just need to know the top tops to maintain healthy, glowing skin.

As it turns out, it’s not too complicated to get a glowing complexion – you just need a little time, patience, and the ability to follow a routine.  With that in mind, make sure your skincare regimen is filled with these feel-good, look-good secrets.

Tips for Healthy Skin

  • Be mindful of what you eat.  Although dermatologists long ago found that eating chocolate won’t make you break out in zits (huzzah!), it’s still worth noting that if you eat a diet that’s heavy in processed foods, your skin will suffer as a result.  Processed foods are filled with free radicals, which damage healthy skin cells and make it difficult for your skin to look good.  Eating a diet rich in vitamins and minerals, however, ensures that free radicals stay away from your skin.
  • Speaking of which, invest in a good multi-vitamin.  If you hate swallowing pills, try using gummy vitamins.  It’s very hard to get all the nutrition your skin needs simply from diet alone, so get a good multi-vitamin on your side.  Consider supplementing it with prenatal vitamins for skin that glows.
  • Commit to drinking a liter of water each day.  This helps flush out toxins that are dragging your skin down.  What’s more, water gives your kidneys and liver the boost they need to flush out waste.
  • Get plenty of sleep.  Your skin depends on sleep to repair muscles, conduct important bodily processes, and repair all the damage that’s been done to your skin.  Without beauty sleep, your skin will look tired, drained, and downright sallow.  Not exactly a recipe for your ultimate beauty!
  • Get loads of exercise.  Physical activity oxygenates the blood, which makes it easier to carry essential nutrients to your skin.  Plus, nothing beats the glowing flush after a fun workout!

Of course, it’s also important to have a top-notch skin professional by your side.  That’s precisely where Dr. Kyle Song comes into play.  Dr. Song is a board-certified plastic surgeon specializing in aesthetic treatments, including revitalizing skin injections, face lifts, microdermabrasions, and other skin-beautifying procedures.  Visit Song Plastic Surgery in Irvine, California for your consultation.

Categories Botox, Face, Facelift, Liquid Face Lift, Obagi Blue Peel, Obagi Radiance Peel, Skin Care
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Obagi Radiance Peel vs. Obagi Blue Peel

by Kyle Song, MD
October 8th, 2013

Obagi Blue Peel FAQs

When it comes to chemical peels and facial treatments, the Obagi Radiance Peel and the Obagi Blue Peel are both regarded as excellent treatments for a multitude of skin woes, including age spots, hyperpigmentation, and acne scars.  Obagi has been a trusted name in professional skincare for several years, which is why many patients seek out these treatments by name.

However, it’s important to know the difference between Obagi Radiance Peel and Obagi Blue Peel, as each of these treatments are designed to treat a specific range of complexion woes and skin imperfections.  At Song Plastic Surgery, in Irvine CA, we offer both the Obagi Radiance Peel and Obagi Blue Peel, and we want our patients to understand which one suits them better. That’s why we invite you to take a look at our FAQs about Obagi Radiance Peel and Obagi Blue Peel.

What is Obagi Radiance Peel? What is Obagi Blue Peel?

Both Obagi peels are used to treat a variety of skin woes that plague even the most perfect of complexions.  The main difference between the two treatments is the main ingredient that produces the peeling effect.  The Obagi Radiance Peel is primarily composed of salicylic acid, which is used to exfoliate the skin.  The Obagi Blue Peel, on the other hand, uses trichloroacetic acid (TCA) for slow penetration, which produces results that are similar to traditional facial peels.

Which peel is right for me?

Each Obagi peel is made to minimize and even eliminate a number of skin problems, including scarring, hyperpigmentation, age spots, and sun damaged skin.  However, it’s important to have a consultation with your skincare professional before undergoing a treatment, as you’ll want to understand the results you can expect from the treatment.

In general, the Obagi Radiance Peel is ideal for superficial skin troubles, such as scars and dull skin; the Obagi Blue Peel is strong enough to tackle age spots and hyperpigmentation.

What results should I expect from each treatment?

If you’re opting for the Obagi Radiance Peel, you should expect to experience some redness after your treatment.  Expect to use a heavy moisturizer and sunscreen after your Obagi Radiance Peel.  Because the Obagi Blue Peel resembles a traditional chemical peel, you should expect to see some redness and swelling within the first 12 hours, with facial peeling occurring after the first two to three days. Peeling typically lasts for 4-5 days.

To discover which Obagi Peel is ideal for your skin, visit Dr. Kyle Song at Song Plastic Surgery in Irvine, California, also serving the greater Orange County area, or call (949) 701-4454.

Categories Obagi Blue Peel, Obagi Radiance Peel, Skin Care
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