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The ONLY Hyperpigmentation products you need in 2020 (recommended by Shohreh Bagherian)

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The cosmetic world is constantly introducing new products, making it difficult to find the right product for specific skin issues, such as hyperpigmentation. If you suffer from hyperpigmentation, it is vital you have a good skincare routine that helps minimize the problem and keeps your skin healthy. Contrary to what most people think, good skin may result from the use of a limited number of products, including moisturizers, serum, and sunscreens. Here are some of the products we recommend and honestly, the only ones you really need.

1. Moisturizer

Moisturizers come in the form of lotions, creams, and ointments and are applied on the skin after cleansing to trap the existing moisture and prevent it from drying. Some moisturizers that are particularly beneficial for hyperpigmentation include:

MCCM Glutathione Cream

The cream works by whitening your skin, and it contains antioxidants such as Myrtus, Commiphora Myrrha, and Allium Cepa. It inhibits the production of melanin and has antifungal, antibacterial, anti-inflammatory, and antiseptic properties. The benefits of the cream include the brightening of the skin and regenerating damaged skin.

Nimue Day Fader Plus

This cream has a component known as Diglucosyl Gallic acid, which is a skin-brightening agent. Additionally, it works to even the skin’s complexion, reduce dark spots, and smoothen the skin.

Nimue Night Fader Plus

Just like the day cream, this one works to even the skin tone but is recommended for the night due to its lightweight nature.

2. Serums

Serums are oil, gel, or emulsion-based products with a higher concentration of active ingredients than other substances. They are used in small quantities and can rapidly penetrate through the skin. Serums target specific problems such as acne or skin pigmentation. The Nimue Fader Serum is an example of a serum used to target hyperpigmentation. It complements the effects of Nimue Fader cosmetics by increasing the rate of skin brightening and promotes an even skin tone.

3. Sunscreens

Sunscreens are among the most important skincare products you ought to use daily. They not only protect your skin from harmful UV radiation but also prevent premature aging. Anyone suffering from hyperpigmentation must use sunscreen. There are various sunscreen products you can choose including HydroPeptide Non-tinted Solar defense SPF 50, Nimue Environmental Shiled SPF 50, and Nimue SPF 40 with Vitamin C.

If you’re looking for any of these products, hit us up and we’ll help you out!

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Dermaplaning – It’s More Than Just Shaving Your Face!

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If you’re a beauty & skincare enthusiast, you must’ve come across those ‘oh-so-satisfying’ facial shaving or dermaplaning videos on Instagram. And no, it isn’t just a skincare fad. The post-dermaplaning glow is unreal, making it one of the most sought after facial treatments this year. 

So is dermaplaning just a fancy term for facial shaving? Absolutely not! 

When done by a qualified esthetician along with the right products, exfoliants & face masks; dermaplaning can be that perfect go-to facial treatment to keep your skin clear, all year round. 

Dermaplaning might, on the surface (pun intended), seem like fancy face shaving, and in a way it is. During the treatment, peach fuzz (or vellus hair) and dead skin cells are lightly shaved off from the face using a medical-grade scalpel. This might sound scary, but it is entirely pain-free and harmless. In fact, removing peach fuzz and dead skin cells leaves you with a healthy face ready for anything!

Combine Dermaplaning with other customized exfoliating treatments and you have a potent facial mix that’ll leave your skin silky smooth, bump-free, perfect for makeup application & of course, glowing!

Some other benefits of Dermaplaning: 

  1. Makes your skin completely smooth, clear and a perfect canvas for make up
  2. Moisturisers seep into the skin easier, refreshing your face faster
  3. Removing dead skin also reduces breakouts so you can stay fresh-faced for longer; it is essentially exfoliating

Busting Dermaplaning Myths

You may have heard horror stories about dermaplaning making hair grow back thicker, or darker. This isn’t true. Dermaplaning does not affect hair growth. 

The whole process doesn’t take too long, either, with some people fitting appointments in during lunch breaks. 

Your skin doesn’t need any recovery time either but experts suggest you give your skin some time to settle down, roughly 24 hours. Your skin is extremely receptive to products right after dermaplaning, so a gentle moisturiser is a good idea, but no makeup if possible.

Experienced estheticians know how to work on multiple layers of skin without harming the face, so there is no risk involved in the process. Dermaplaning is gentle and effective on all skin types, but if you have extremely sensitive skin or problems with acne, talk to your esthetician before booking an appointment.

At Ivory Aesthetics, we’re experts at Dermaplaning and we’ve combined our dermaplaning treatment with a chemical peel that makes the perfect exfoliating treatment. If you’re looking for a Dermaplaning treatment in Dubai, give it a shot. Call us on 04 451 5554 or you can book an appointment online by clicking here.

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HIFU – The Korean Celebrity Secret to Flawless Skin

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In a world of competitive beauty and Instagram-able makeup looks, it can feel like the only way to achieve this high standard of beauty is hours in front of the mirror and photo-editing apps.

However, a revolutionary new beauty technique, popularised by K-pop celebrities, offers beautiful skin with minimal effort and no invasive procedures. Introducing HIFU – the Korean celebrity secret to flawless skin.

HIFU (High-Intensity Focussed Ultrasound) is renowned for its instant and long-lasting results. The term ‘glass skin’ is defined by small pores, smooth skin texture, and a radiant glow.

By targeting three key layers of skin (epidermis, dermis, and subcutaneous tissue), ultrasound rays boost collagen production to smooth fine lines and deep wrinkles, as well as shrink pores and improve skin texture. By treating these issues at their root, you can spend less time on your makeup and more time enjoying your great new look.

HIFU even helps sculpt the popular V-shaped facial silhouette.

Due to its penetration of the deepest layers of skin, HIFU aids the creation of a V-shaped silhouette by targeting tissue degradation, one of the causes of sagging skin. By stimulating cell production, your skin is firm and lifted, helping create a defined jawline and natural-looking chiselled cheekbones.

With no after-effects like inflammation or redness, HIFU can easily be scheduled into your overflowing diary meaning you can go straight from the clinic to the club. The lifting effect is immediate but continues to lift over 2 – 3 months.

For best results, it is recommended that you undergo four consecutive treatments at one-month intervals, with the results then lasting up to two years.

Now available at Ivory Aesthetics for 90 minutes (as opposed to 20-30 minute sessions at other aesthetic centres in Dubai), you too can access this life-changing procedure.

Guaranteed effects and safety make HIFU popular with clients from all walks of life, so don’t be shy and come and speak to us today about how we can help you achieve glass skin and a V-shaped facial silhouette.

Our HIFU treatment is performed exclusively by Shohreh Bagherian herself.

Book your HIFU session at Ivory Aesthetics, located in Business Bay. Call 04 4515554 to book your appointment, or book online (no credit card required).

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Can the Cosmelan Chemical Peel Get Rid of Melasma & Pigmentation Forever?

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Many people – including celebrities such as Jenna Dewan – suffer from melasma and hyperpigmentation, which can often lead to a lack of confidence, especially in a world of Instagram followers and the race to get the most likes on your selfies. 

Due to this, many professionals have begun to research new methods of skincare which can help you feel comfortable in your own skin – allowing you to feel beautiful on the inside and the outside! 

One such treatment is the Cosmelan chemical peel, which promises to get rid of melasma & pigmentation forever.

The Cosmelan peel is a chemical peel treatment which aims to reduce the effects of melasma (grey-brown patches which appear on the skin) and hyperpigmentation, resulting in an overall clearer complexion and brighter skin. 

Discolouration of the skin can be caused by a multitude of factors that we encounter in our day to day lives – from hormone imbalances, acne, ageing to changes in the weather – which cause the natural melanin within our skin to increase, sometimes resulting in conditions such as melasma. 

A Cosmelan peel, therefore, works to decrease the production of melanin, which helps resolve the issue. Cosmelan peels have also been known to treat a multitude of other ‘imperfections’, such as birthmarks, sun (UV) damage, freckles and acne scarring. 

A Cosmelan peel is much more effective than other peels in the market and unlike many of its competitors, does not contain harsh chemicals that can damage your skin. The process is non-painful and usually consists of a mask being applied to the affected area (usually the face), which is later washed away. The peel contains different kinds of natural acid – kojic and azelaic – which work together to even your complexion. Azelaic acid boosts cell production whilst removing bacteria from the surface of your skin, whilst Kojic acid works to limit your body’s production of melanin. 

To put it simply, a Cosmelan peel is a perfect treatment for anyone who wants to even out their complexion without undergoing an extremely invasive treatment that could later damage the skin. It works quickly and effectively and reaps many benefits – making it favoured amongst the beauty community and specialists alike.

Book your Cosmelan Chemical Peel at Ivory Aesthetics, located in Business Bay. Call 04 4515554 to book your appointment, or book online (no credit card required).

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Don’t Try This – At-Home Microneedling with a Dermaroller

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Popularised by YouTubers, the Kardashian family and Instagram influencers, Microneedling is the latest beauty regimen that aims to boost collagen and skin cell production for more youthful looking skin. 

When performed by an expert it can have transformative effects, but skincare experts are warning people not to indulge in DIY at-home Microneedling using a dermaroller. Here’s Why:

  1. Infection

Having hundreds of tiny open wounds across your face in an unsterile environment, and without proper application by an expert, presents a huge risk of infection. While a skincare expert can properly apply the dermaroller to ensure you get full skin rejuvenation, without proper training and sterilisation you run the risk of severe infection. 

  1. Scarring

If a dermaroller is applied with too much force or an untrained hand uses the roller to microneedle the skin, it’s much more likely that you will be left with scarring. A qualified skincare expert will be able to avert this completely, but at home and without the correct knowledge there is a higher likelihood of scarring. 

  1. Surgical grade devices

A qualified skincare expert will have all of the correct equipment and devices for this procedure. However, a lot of the ‘at home’ kits are not surgical grade and as a result the needles cause tiny tears in the skin, rather than the controlled injury which triggers healthy healing. There is even a risk of flimsy needles breaking off and becoming embedded in the skin – this should be enough to put off anyone tempted by home application! 

Instead of taking the risk with a poorly manufactured ‘home kit’ just because of its cheap price point (it’s cheap for a reason), speak to a qualified esthetician. Not only will a qualified esthetician be able to safely carry out this procedure, but you will see the effects instantly. When correctly applied over a period of about a year, the effects can be transforming and hugely beneficial for your skin. 

Speak to an expert at Ivory Aesthetics today to book yourself in for a consultation and see if microneedling is the right procedure for you!

Book your Microneedling treatment at Ivory Aesthetics, located in Business Bay. Call 04 4515554 to book your appointment, or book online (no credit card required).

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Best acne treatment to prevent breakouts during the summer

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When the summertime comes around, the last thing any of us wants is to have a sudden acne breakout. We want to be looking and feeling our best, and anyone prone to acne will be worrying about spots appearing as the weather warms up. Fortunately, there are some very effective treatments available to help, and Ivory Aesthetics want to tell you about the most potent combination to keep you looking fresh-faced through the summer months!

The oxygen facial

The first is the oxygen facial, which offers a ‘Clarity’ focused treatment that calms existing acne and prepares your skin to resist another breakout. The ‘Clarity’ infusion of specially blended ingredients is sprayed on to your skin, then the therapist will carefully administer a blast of oxygen all over the face with a wand that helps enhance the absorption of the serum into your skin. Finally, you get topical creams applied on top to maximise the effect.

This procedure has been shown to produce fantastic results for the ongoing battle with acne, and could help you head into the summer worry-free. For best results, however, it can be combined with another treatment for the most powerful effect possible.

LED therapy

Combine it with LED therapy – trust us! This treatment is tailor-made to blitz stubborn breakouts by exposing the acne-causing bacteria to light from red or blue LEDs, effectively killing them while doing zero harm to your skin. The light stimulates your skin’s natural healing mechanisms to combat the bacteria beneath the skin’s surface.

During treatment, our aesthetician will focus on existing blemishes and areas that are most prone to acne. The process will be an intensive assault on any Propionibacterium (that’s acne-causing bacteria) present in the skin, helping minimise the risk of an unwanted breakout in the summer.

A powerful combination

When these two treatments are used together, you put your face through a holistic treatment that targets the heart of the issue and leaves your skin feeling cleansed and refreshed! This combination is your most powerful weapon in the fight against acne, because it removes the bacteria and then equips the skin with the nutrients it needs to stop them from quickly returning.

Book a treatment here at Ivory Aesthetics today, and get ready to look and feel your best this summer. Call us on 04 4515554

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The Best Summer Facial Treatments To Keep Your Skin Hydrated

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The heat during summer in Dubai can be a difficult time. The temperature soars so high it can become unbearable. And whilst you take steps to help your body fight the heat and function properly, too many of us neglect our delicate skin. Intense heat and exposure to direct sunlight can be damaging to the facial skin.

Here are some of the most common problems associated with Dubai summers, and the treatments that can help –

Heat rash

The combination of the heat making the skin sensitive and the presence of sweat on the face can cause an irritation known as heat rash. Dirt and dust clog up the pores, causing the formation of itchy rashes or tiny blisters, and the skin can become damaged. The Marine Algae Mask treatment uses natural seaweed infusions to offer a deep cleanse and hydrating burst to the face. The mask is anti-inflammatory, and the deep cleanse will help unclog blocked pores to prevent heat rash from developing.

Dehydration

When your body becomes dehydrated in the heat, your skin bears the brunt of the damage. As the skin becomes dehydrated, it dries out, becomes irritated, and can even become cracked and flaky. This can be very uncomfortable, look unpleasant, and can do lasting damage to your skin. A nourishing Hydrafacial treatment is tailor-made with super-serums, peptides and hyaluronic acid to address the problem of dehydrated skin. It uses cutting-edge techniques to tackle a wide range of skin concerns in a single session and is a must for healthy facial skin during those harsh Dubai summers.

Chemical imbalance

Prolonged exposure to intense sunlight causes the all-important equilibrium in your facial skin to be thrown out. Dehydration, acne, sunburn/tanning and premature ageing can be brought on, and it’s important to address the effects of sun exposure regularly. Oxygen Lift Infusion therapy offers healing to the skin by stimulating its natural respiration process. It is a holistic, oxygen-infused treatment to help the skin fight the weathering effects of sun exposure, helping you look and feel your best as the sun beats down.

Don’t let the Dubai summer damage your skin. You deserve to look and feel great when the sun shines. Let Ivory Aesthetics help. Call us on 04 4515554.

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Best oxygen facial in Dubai? We (definitely) think so!

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Oxygen Facial is the best way to nourish tired and dry skin. It uses a spray of highly concentrated oxygen molecules to regenerate collagen growth. This spray is directed via a machine onto the outer layer of the skin, the epidermis. Infused in the oxygen are essential nutrients, minerals, vitamins and plant extracts.

Benefits of an oxygen facial

Smoother, plumper, more radiant skin is the most obvious benefit of the oxygen facial. This is due to the collagen boost promoted by the treatment, as collagen is the main protein that gives skin its elasticity and strength. The disappearance of collagen over time in our skin leads to lines and wrinkles – oxygen facials therefore reduce these natural signs of ageing.

Thanks to the vitamins and minerals infused in the spray, oxygen facials are also superb at detoxifying skin. This in turn helps to regenerate skin cells and combat the results of UV exposure, air pollution and changes to our diet.

Is it suitable for people with sensitive skin?

The oxygen spray technique is one of the gentlest on your skin, causing no side effects. As such, it’s a great option for those with sensitive skin as it won’t result in swelling, burning, stinging or redness. No chemicals are used in the process.

Oxygen facials restore the skin’s natural pH levels by moisturising deeply. If you have dry or tired skin – a natural reaction to dust and sunlight – an oxygen facial can reinvigorate and protect your skin from harm.

Other benefits of the oxygen facial include healing acne by cleaning and shrinking pores, and the treatment’s very quick recovery time. You can go back to your usual skincare regime immediately after an oxygen facial. It can even rebalance uneven skin tones thanks to its vitamin and peptide content.

Shohreh Bagherian, Ivory’s skincare expert, has been described as “one of Dubai’s hidden gems” by Harper’s Bazaar Arabia. According to Good Housekeeping her treatments reveal “a clear dermal undercoat that is still radiant weeks later”. One of the most experienced skincare therapists in the region, Shohreh Bagherian guarantees fresher, younger-looking skin with immediate results.

Book an Oxygen Facial with Shohreh Bagherian today by calling us on 04 451 5554.

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Laser free acne scar treatments you should try

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One of the most distressing aspects of acne can be the scars which are left behind following a flare-up.

Although these may fade with time, many still end up with unsightly scars, often on the cheeks and forehead.

While there are a range of acne scar treatments available, it’s important to note that laser acne treatments may increase the risk of skin infections. Apart from potentially causing redness and itching after treatment, laser sessions may even prompt an acne flare up.

Laser isn’t always the best option, especially for those with active acne, or have used acne medication (isotretinoin).

So what are the best laser free acne scar treatments you should try?

For many people who are anxious to reduce the visibility of their acne scars, microneedling or microdermabrasion could work really well.

A fast, effective acne scar treatment, microneedling is a technique involving the stimulation of the epidermal cells (surface skin cells). Microneedling causes the cells to regenerate and renew at a faster rate, resulting in the growth of fresh, new skin. In many cases, this renewal process causes acne scars to become far less obvious, as well as giving a boost to the skin’s radiance and clarity. People often notice a difference after just three or four treatment sessions.

Similar in effect to microneedling, microdermabrasion is another treatment we recommend for acne scarring. With very little down time after the treatment, microdermabrasion is ideal for patients who have a busy schedule. It’s possible to resume normal activities (including wearing make-up, going to the gym and washing the face) within a very short period of time. Our skincare expert will advise on post-treatment guidelines as part of your procedure.

The suitability of a particular acne scar treatment varies from person to person. Get in touch with our professional skincare team based in Business Bay today, by calling us on 04 451 5554.

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