Enjoy Skin Medics Medical Spa’s September 2012 Savings

Don’t ignore your skin this fall. Dermatology Associates of Atlanta’s Skin Medics™ Medical Spa has specials for all your skin care needs.  Brilliant Distinctions® members can receive an instant rebate on the new larger bottles of Latisse®. Be sure to check out the new fall colors from the Jane Iredale® collection. Enjoy the September 20/20 special and receive a 20 minute makeup consultation, a free gift and a $20 credit towards your Jane Iredale® purchase with a $20 deposit.

We are also offering great deals on skin care products and treatments including the Vivité Glycare acne system, microdermabrasion, and Illuminize® Peel.  Act quickly; these specials expire September 30^th, 2012.

Please see our flyer below for more detailed information.

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Skin Medics ™ Medical Spa July 2012 Specials

Don’t let the summer sun get your skin in a rut. Skin Medics™ Medical Spa has special savings on all your favorite Skin Medica® products including a comprehensive facial rejuvenation treatment.

We always recommend using facial products with sunscreen to avoid premature aging and sun damage. Our Skin Medica® every day products are here to solve those problems. Buy one Skin Medica® TNS Essential Serum® and get one TNS Ultimate Daily Moisturizer SPF 20 free.  These skin care products brighten skin tone while smoothing fine lines and wrinkles.  If summer shorts and t-shirts have you feeling self-conscious of existing scars, try Skin Medica® Scar Recovery Gel to minimize existing scars and get a free travel size Daily Physical Defense™ SPF 30.

These specials expire July 31^st 2012, so don’t wait too long.  Please see our flyer below for more detailed information.

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Don’t Miss Our Jane Iredale Eye Makeup Event July 2nd, 2012

The eyes are one of the first things people notice about you. Join the providers of Skin Medics™ Medical Spa on Monday, July 2^nd 2012 at 11am to discover Jane Iredale’s eye makeup collection. The collection offers a wide variety of eye makeup colors perfect for daytime wear around the office or creating a more dramatic look for the evening. The colors are easy to blend and won’t crease. By paying a $15 deposit upon RSVP, you can enjoy an eye makeup session with a trained representative, light refreshments and virgin martinis, discounted Jane Iredale products, and a FREE Magic Mitt makeup remover. To find out more details please see the flyer below. Space is limited, so be sure to RSVP to Dermatology Associates of Atlanta at (404) 287-0368.

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You Are What You Eat: Gossip Trumps Truth about the Connection between Diet and Acne

Any acne sufferer can tell you that he or she would have tried just about anything to rid themselves of the troublesome and oftentimes embarrassing skin condition. For generations, everyday conversations have perpetuated the myth that what you eat is a major contributing factor to acne. Teens across the nation have probably sworn off pizza and chocolate, French fries and dairy products in hopes of clearing their complexions.

While it’s always a good idea to maintain a healthy, well-balanced diet, studies have yet to determine a link between our diets and acne. In an effort to determine the popularity of the idea that acne and eating habits are interlinked, a group of researchers went to a place where common misconceptions are always rampant: the internet.

Using YouTube  to survey the views of the public, researchers from the SUNY Health and Science Center searched the video site for the terms “acne,” “acne diet,” and “acne food” to determine the layperson’s notion of the correlation between food and acne. Eighty-seven videos searched between July and August 2009 were included in the study that was used to show that, though research does not support it, many people still believe in the connection between diet and acne.

Of the 87 YouTube videos, over 85% suggested a moderate to strong correlation between acne and what people eat. The three most popular videos, each viewed over 100,000 times, all fell into the “strong correlation” category, suggesting that nutrition and acne were most definitely linked.

While studies regarding the connection between diet and acne are still ongoing, current evidence shows that other treatments are more effective in helping acne sufferers achieve clearer complexions and fewer acne symptoms including scarring, blackheads, and more. Each person’s case of acne is different, allowing Dermatology Associates of Atlanta’s physicians to tailor treatments to your skin and lifestyle. Acne treatment methods can include photodynamic therapy like Allumera®, laser treatments like IsoLaz™, topical treatments and customized prescription compounds containing benzoyl peroxide and salicylic acid, oral medications such as antibiotics, cosmetic treatments such as microdermabrasion and chemical peels, laser treatments, and more. Make sure to visit out acne treatments page for details.

The public’s prevailing views regarding the correlation between acne and diet are important to dermatologists because patient satisfaction is directly tied to perceived results. If patients believe that going to see a dermatologist about acne is a waste of time, then they will be less likely to adhere to the treatment plan devised specifically for them, and therefore they will not achieve the complexion-clearing results they desire. No treatment gives patients immediate results, especially since acne begins in the sebaceous glands of the deeper layers of the skin. Instead, patients must maintain a regular treatment schedule to see results. Your dermatologist can tell you when to expect results based on your specific treatment plan.

This study shows the importance of both patient and doctor cooperation in helping each patient achieve his or her cosmetic goals. To stay updated on all of the latest dermatology news make sure to follow us on Facebook and Twitter. We also recommend you check out our blog for explanations of studies on acne and other skin conditions.

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Save on Société Skincare Products and Our New Vi Peel through April 2012

Skin Medics™ Medical Spa is now offering patients great deals on the latest skincare products and treatments available! Our latest skincare line available, société uses carefully crafted anti-aging ingredients and thoughtful combinations to ensure only the best in patient skincare.

Patients can receive $50 OFF our Vi Peel which helps to eliminate signs of aging, acne, and sun damage, while stimulating the production of collagen.

Make sure to join us before April 30th, 2012 to take advantage of these great offers. You can stay in-the-know about all the specials and events going on at DAA by following us on Facebook, Twitter, and Google+!

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