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Spider veins and varicose veins affect more than fifty percent of adults, but are more commonly found in women.

Spider veins are bluish, red in color and often look like cords. They can be caused by blood that is collecting because of a break in the vein. Varicose veins are large and raised, due to swollen blood vessels. Both types of veins are sometimes described as looking like tree branches.

There can be many factors that increase the chances of developing spider or varicose veins.
● Age- Veins have a higher chance of becoming damaged with age.
● Family History and Genetic Predisposition– If family members have varicose veins, it is more likely that varicose veins will occur.
● Pregnancy- One of the most common reasons people develop varicose veins is because of pregnancy. This happens because there is much more blood in the body and hormonal changes can cause varicose veins to form as well.
● Weight- Being overweight or sedentary lifestyle can cause varicose veins formation.

There are various preventative measures that can be taken to decrease the chances of developing spider or varicose veins. Some of the most effective measures are sitting with the legs uncrossed or avoiding sitting for prolong periods of time. Shoes without heels and compression stockings are one of the few other ways to prevent varicose veins from forming.

In order to remove spider and varicose veins, there are several treatments available. One of the treatment methods is laser vein therapy. The FDA approved YAG laser is one of the most acknowledged ways of treating unwanted varicose veins. The laser focuses a beam of high-intensity light, penetrating the skin. By doing this, a controlled amount of heat is directed to the blood vessels.

Laser vein therapy with the YAG laser is one of the most sought after treatments on the market because of its advanced cooling system. This significantly decreases the discomfort during the procedure.
Laser vein therapy only requires a few short visits and the side effects are minimal.

To learn more about Laser Vein Therapy in Los Angeles please visit us at https://www.yourlaserskincare.com/vein-therapy/ or call us at 323-525-1516.

As a medical director of Your Laser Skin Care Los Angeles I have seen Hollywood skin care techniques evolve over time. Most recently, there has been talk surrounding how celebrities get ready for award shows and fashion week. Celebrities often achieve very finished, immaculate looks by spending a considerable amount of time on their skin.

Botox, fillers, laser hair removal and peels are among some of the most popular treatments celebrities have done before awards shows.

Your Laser Skin Care provides patients who are looking to perfect their look with the option to have botox, fillers and laser hair removal done. All of these procedures are very common, especially among celebrities. To give more detail on these procedures below is a list of each treatment offered:

● Botox- Botox is prominent right now with celebrities because it helps with unwanted wrinkles and aging. A few drops of botox are injected with a small needle into the muscle that has a wrinkle. When botox is injected, it blocks the nerve impulse from reaching the muscle.Gwyneth Paltrow, Sharon Osbourne, Jennie Garth and Courtney Cox have all used botox.
● Laser Hair Removal- Laser hair removal is another treatment that celebrities and anyone looking to get rid of excess hair on their face, arms, legs or underarms can receive. The laser hair removal system works by focusing a gentle, pulsating beam of high-intensity light in the form of a laser on the hair follicle of the unwanted hair.
● Fillers– Fillers help plump the lips giving patients more voluptuous lips. They are also used to remove facial wrinkles.

To receive more information about these procedures go to https://www.yourlaserskincare.com/ or call us at 323-525-1516.

Spring is a time to enjoy the perfect weather with loved ones, relax and show off the body you have been perfecting in the gym. This satisfaction is not as favorable when hairs and bumps are showing on the sides of your bikini line from a bad shave or old Brazilian wax. There is no better way to get rid of these unwanted hairs than with laser hair removal.

Not only does laser hair removal help boost confidence, it is safe, permanent, cost effective and has been proven to show results.

How does Laser Hair removal work?

A concentrated light beam penetrates specific parts of the skin and hair follicles, when it is absorbed by the pigments in the follicles it damages the root of the hair and prevents growth. There are no long-term, negative effects as long as the removal is done by a licensed professional.

Who receives Laser Hair Removal?

Anyone who is looking to get rid of unwanted hair is a good candidate to have laser hair removal done. In fact, many celebrities are opting for this procedure as well. Victoria Beckham recently spoke to Allure about how Eva Longoria recommended her to get the procedure done and since has never looked back. Beckham stated, “ You can go for touch-ups if you do see little hairs appearing but I’ve been very lucky and I haven’t had to”.

Is Laser Hair Removal expensive?

The cost of of this procedure can seem expensive at first but when the facts are put into perspective it is actually the most cost effective way to get rid of unwanted hairs. Other forms of hair removal take regular visits which can end up costing more at the end of the year than it would cost to get laser hair removal done.

Most women’s daily routine involves making their lashes darker, longer and fuller. Eyelash curlers, glue on lashes and volumizing mascaras are expensive, temporary and even sometimes painful and damaging. Latisse allows women to skip the drama of volumizing and darkening their lashes every morning.

Many would agree that eyelashes are a sign of femininity and that the lush and glamour lashes can bring to a female is undeniably irresistible. Unfortunately, most women are not born with long, dark lashes; they have to achieve this by using tools that can actually be extremely damaging. In fact, repetitive use of eyelash extension tools, like an eyelash curler, can be doing the opposite effect and breaking eyelashes or even cause women to lose their eyelashes all together.

Latisse, on the other hand, is a product that allows women to enjoy the allure of longer, darker, fuller eyelashes in less than eight weeks. Also, it is the first and only FDA approved eyelash growth product available and has made headlines with the effectiveness of the product.

If you are ready to retire aged eyelash enhancing tools for a product that is proven to work safely and productively use the trusted Latisse brand.
About Your Laser Skincare: Your Laser Skin care strives to indulge all of their patients skin care needs by creating a treatment plan that best suits patients specific needs.

To achieve the best aesthetic result, Your Laser Skincare uses the world’s best approved products and facial fillers available in Los Angeles, including Botox, Restylane, Juvederm, Radiesse, Latisse and Vivite Skin Care line. Call (323) 525-1516 to schedule a free consultation!

Last week, we introduced you to a new derma filler and volumizing drug, Voluma, that was FDA-approved in Dec., 2013. But when it comes to restoring fullness to areas of the face that have lost their youthful contours, Sculptra offers another very attractive alternative.

Introduced with FDA-approval, in 2004, Sculptra was immediately hailed as the non-invasive “liquid facelift” that would rival many of the stunning effects of surgery. Of course, as an injectable procedure, Sculptra does not offer the permanent results of the traditional facelift, but with results lasting up to two years, it’s also not quite so temporary.

As noted earlier, one of the most prevalent signs of age is a physiological process that is quite inevitable. As the face matures, there is a gradual loss of fatty tissue that actually supports your skin and facial structure. The results of this loss – combined with the effects of gravity – is a creation of hollows or “sunken” areas, usually, in the cheek and temple areas.

Injected into the deepest layers of your skin, Sculptra works with your own body to stimulate your natural production of Collagen, the substance that maintains the look of young, plump skin. Sculptra is not a “quick fix;” it’s a subtle process that continues over a period of months.

So, does Sculptra perform exactly the same as facelift surgery? No, but at a fraction of the cost, without the extended discomfort and downtime and with the long-lasting, youthful appearance you long for – call us about Sculptra today.

Having trouble finding the perfect Valentine’s day gift for your special someone? Not in the mood for a fancy, candle lit meal? A new study by the The Good Surgeon Guide has found that seventy eight percent of women want Botox for Valentines Day!

It can be troubling trying to find the perfect Valentines day gift and for the most part the typical gifts always include flowers, chocolate, candle-lit dinners or romantic pajamas; which are nice, but not age defying. You may think your special someone looks perfect the way they are, it just does not matter. Women not only want Botox, they would be completely impressed if they were given Botox for Valentines Day.

Furthermore, only seven percent of the people surveyed would be annoyed of getting Botox, while fifteen would be concerned but still happy about the cosmetic gift.

Celebrities are getting in on the Botox trend as well. Ms.Obama recently turned fifty and appeared on the cover of Ladies Home Journal. In the article she discussed how she would not rule out Botox and continued the discussion by stating “ Women should have the freedom to do whatever they need to do to feel good about themselves.”

Statistic Brain provides specifics on the number of people who receive Botox treatments which, according to their study, is around 2.95 million people.

If you are thinking about investing in botox for someone special, here are four great tips to inquire about before the big purchase:

● Do research on the Botox procedure. Find out what exactly botox entails.
● Make sure that the specialist doing the procedure is qualified.
● Check to see if this is a type of cosmetic procedure that the individual you’re getting it for likes.
● Find out what the results of the procedure.

About Your Laser Skincare: Your Laser Skincare strives to indulge all of their patients skin care needs by creating a treatment plan that best suits patients specific needs. To achieve the best aesthetic result, Your Laser Skincare uses the world’s best approved products and facial fillers available in Los Angeles, including Botox, Restylane, Juvederm, Radiesse, Latisse and Vivite Skin Care line. Call (323) 525-1516 for a free consultation!

Just when we think that the Fountain of Youth, indeed, runneth over and the search has ended. After BOTOX, the Laser, IPL, Chemical Peels, Restylane and the rest – what else could there possibly be to reverse the signs of aging?

Meet Voluma, the newest sister product to the popular filler, Juvederm, and created by Allergan, the same powerhouse company that also manufactures BOTOX, Voluma is unique, exciting and available now!

Just approved by the FDA, Voluma has been highly anticipated for the last five years. It’s results in other countries, prior to its release in the U.S., have been remarkable in achieving the very specific benefit for which it was created, adding volume to the “hollow” mid-cheek area of the face.

While the signs of individual aging may vary, a bit, according to skin type, skin care, heredity, lifestyle, environment and other considerations, the basics are universal: lines, wrinkles, folding or sagging skin and hollow or “sunken” areas at the temple, under eye, cheek and chin.

As noted earlier, cosmetic dermatology has addressed the first few conditions with many non-invasive procedures and products. But the shifting of fatty tissue and the structural changes, over larger areas of the face, have presented a different challenge. And Voluma is a different product.

Voluma is a part of the derma filler family. It even contains one of the key natural ingredients, hyaluronic acid, that is already produced by the body and found in the most successful filler products. But, injected into the deeper layers of the skin, Voluma also lifts as it adds volume to flattened, drawn areas. The natural, attractive curves of the face are restored.

As with all injectables, there are some temporary side effects that might appear, following treatment, including swelling, tenderness, redness and bruising. But there is evidence that these symptoms are milder, with Voluma, and their duration is shorter.

And here is one of the best benefits of this new product – the duration of it’s side effects may be short, but the duration of its results are long-lasting! The effects of Voluma have been consistently noted to last up to two years. Perhaps that’s why this new procedure has been referred to as “the liquid face-lift.”