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The Eyes Are Everything
Posted Feb 21st, 2012 By mastersadmin in Fight Aging, General, Masters With | No Comments

Some mornings you may find an eyelash or two on your cheek. No need to fear, that’s perfectly normal as your eyelashes go through the same process of growth patterns the rest of the hair on your body does. Losing a lash here and there doesn’t mean your eye’s are going bald. While long and thick lashes are one of the most desirable features every woman wants, not every woman has them.

Did you know that your eyelashes aren’t just a feature on your face though? Your eyelashes are sensory hairs and gives your eyes the reflex to close if dust, dirt or other foreign objects come in close range of your eyes. Your eyelashes are protection for your eyes. On the average, eyelashes are approximately 10 mm long, but every person is different. And while eyelashes are an enhancement to your looks, the are important to have for safety as well.

Since eyelashes are so important to us, Dr. Masters reminds us that it is important to take care of them too. One of the first things you can do is not to use too much mascara and always, ALWAYS, remove it before turning in for the night. Make sure you are using a clean wand and don’t share mascara with anyone else.

Here at The Masters Clinic, we strongly suggest that just as you treat your skin to moisturizers, do the same for your eyelashes. There are many products on the market such as lash conditioners to extensions plus mascara and more. Vitamin E, castor oil and olive oil are wonderful for the eyelashes. Same as Lanolin or Vaseline, they each will moisturize the skin around your eyelashes, keeping them supple which increases the blood flow which makes the lashes grow. The massaging motions while you’re putting on the oils is a stimulant to the blood too.

While the eyelashes protect your eyes, you need to protect your eyelashes. As such, Dr. Masters recommends wearing sunglasses anytime you’re outside will keep dirt and dust from blowing into your eyes. Another added layer of protection for the eyes is never a bad thing! After all, your eyes are the enter of attention to your face right?

Again, just as you do with your body, watch what you eat to help get your eyelashes healthy. Avoid the junk foods and increase your intake of foods that are rich in biotin. Almonds, bananas, pecans, sardines and whole grains are excellent choices to increase the health of your eyelashes.

For many women though, they weren’t given the gift of thick eyelashes. For them there is the wonderful product called Latisse. By applying this product to the eyes, a woman can see lush, thick eyelashes in four to sixteen weeks when used as instructed by Dr. Masters.

Containing Bimatropost, citric acid, dibasic, sodium chloride and sodium phosphate, Latisse is FDA approved and applied to the base of the upper eyelashes. So now, the women that weren’t blessed with the beauty enhancement of thick eyelashes can have them!

Do you feel your short on the natural enhancement for your face? Did you miss getting those thick eyelashes your sister did? Give us a call at the Masters Clinic and make your appointment with Dr. Masters for a consultation. In just a few blinks of the eye, you too can have that strong, feature on your face that everyone focuses on.
Does Your Skin Look Like Dried Leather?
Posted Feb 16th, 2012 By mastersadmin in Fight Aging, Masters With | No Comments

Last week here we discussed how to treat oily skin, a condition that is common among teens and young adults. Then there are those of us who have dry skin, which can be just as challenging, only in the other direction. Just like an oily skin condition, a dry skin condition needs products that are geared toward it as well.

At The Masters Clinic, we teach our clients that when it comes to caring for their skin, the products and methods will vary based on the type of skin you have. While dry skin has it’s own particular challenges, we would like to offer some suggestions here on how to take proper care of your skin care so that it stays looking beautiful and healthy.

As with anything, it helps to know what causes dry skin so that you know how to go about taking care of it. One common problem are the oil glands in your skin aren’t functioning correctly. You must keep your oil glands lubricated so that your skin won’t become dehydrated. This will make your skin not only look tight, but it will dry and tight as well.

Many people make the mistake of thinking summer is harder on your skin when in fact, winter can dry your skin out quickly. It is not unusually for those who have normal balance skin to have dry skin problems during the cold weather months. The harsh, cold climate is not ideal condition for skin!

Once you know what type of skin you have and where it originated, you can move forward and find a solution that gives you that soft, supple, healthy skin you want.

You need to establish a skin care regime first, which means you need to find the correct skin care products to use. First and foremost, never use regular bar soap on your face! No matter how expensive of a bar soap it is, it will dry your skin out. It is important to make certain to always use a face cleansing product appropriate for dry skin.

After cleaning your face, pat it dry, never wipe it dry! While your skin needs to be stimulated on a regular basis, you want to use only moisturizer that has a stimulator inside it. When you over stimulate your skin, it tends to make the dry skin worse. With the correct type and amount of moisturizer used daily, the water content is increased in the outer layers of your skin which is nourishment that it absolutely needs.

This brings us to making sure you drink plenty of water every day. Water is extremely important to your skin from the inside as it is on the outside. Along with a healthy diet that includes fresh fruits and vegetables and at least eight glasses of water a day, you will keep your skin lubricated from the inside out, giving it that healthy glow.

Dr. Masters suggest avoiding bathing in too hot of water. Hot water will dry your skin out even more than it is naturally. Bathe and rinse in lukewarm water. Adding a bit of bath oil to your bath water is a great lubricant too. Along with using a moisturizer that is made for immediate use after a bath so that it adheres and soaks in slowly, your skin will have that healthy, shiny glow.

By ignoring dry skin, it can lead to other conditions such as eczema or psoriasis. It is important to implement a skin care regime that is just for dry skin. You’re only born with one skin, so you need to take care of it and treat it so that it will last a life time.

If you aren’t sure what type of skin you have or if the regiment and products you’ve been using aren’t working for you, give us a call today and schedule a consultation with Dr. Masters. By enhancing the body, mind and soul, you will have that healthy, fresh and young skin for many years to come.
Shine On, Shine On Harvest Moon and Not My Face!
Posted Feb 8th, 2012 By mastersadmin in General, Masters With | No Comments

If you have oily skin and are searching for the right type of skin care products, it can be a bit difficult. What may work for somebody with dry or combination skin may not actually work for somebody with oily skin. So keep your search focused on precise ingredients that are for treating an oily complexion. Dr. Masters has some pointers to share with you in the type of products you should look for that is appropriate for oily skin.

The first mistake many people make is selecting harsh cleansers. The thought may be that the more oily the skin, the more harsh the cleaner should be. This couldn’t be further from the truth. A harsh skin cleanser will soak up all the oil in your skin and entirely dry it out. Over-dry skin not only produces dead cells that may clog pores, leading to acne breakouts and believe it or not, your skin will produce more oil to counterbalance the dryness. When your skin is already oily, you don’t want to use products that will make it oiler.

Choose products that are completely oil-free when selecting acne treatments, cleansers and moisturizers, products that won’t aggravate your skin. Your complete skin care treatment routine needs to be oil-free. Don’t add products that are loaded with extras to your already oily skin! Remember also that your skin care routine shouldn’t be just for use at home in the morning and at night. When you have oily skin, you need a mattifer that reduces shine during the day when your skin may get shinier from surface oil.

For instance, you want a cleanser that is mild and removes surface oil while it fights off bacteria on your skin and beneath the dermis. When purchasing acne treatment products, select one that not only reduces shine but has SPF protection from the sun’s UV rays as well. This can keep your skin looking smooth while at the same time it’s fighting off acne-causing free radicals from the sun’s rays.

Now when you’re looking for makeup, it can be a bit difficult when you have oily skin. Makeup contains chemicals and when the surface oil from your skin mixes with the makeup and it’s chemicals, your pores become clogged which creates excess oil on your face. Look for natural form of makeup that won’t irritate your skin and keep it light. By using a primer, it prepares your skin to wear makeup during the day.

First and foremost of good skin care is not to forget to wash your face completely each night before going to bed. Oily skin can still be healthy when you take the right precautions and care for your skin. Here at The Masters Clinic we have a range of products that are geared by age and are for different skin types. Call us today and schedule an appointment with Dr. Masters to evaluate your skin’s needs.
Pros and Cons To Plastic Surgery
Posted Jan 31st, 2012 By mastersadmin in CosmoLift, Facelift, lipo body sculpting gallery, Masters With | No Comments

If you are considering plastic surgery on your face, it’s important to have a confident feeling about your decision and what you are about to experience. A confident feeling and optimistic attitude will be crucial in your recovery. However, you must think it through clearly weigh the pros and cons. While you may be excited about the results, you should keep a focus on the process too.

When you make your appointment with Dr. Masters for consultation, she will ask you what it is you want to achieve, what is your desired goal with this surgery. She will then make suggestions of how she feels is the best way to reach that goal and give you the look you’re striving for. You will want to discuss the potential pros and cons with Dr. Masters and make sure you have all the information you need to make an educated decision.

Think over the cons to having a procedure such as this done first. You can expect to be uncomfortable during recovery. While Dr. Masters does everything possible to make as little as possible, you can expect some scaring too. There is always the slightest chance that you won’t be satisfied with your new look. You need to give it some time and get accustom to the new you.

Once you have had your face lift done, our goal here at The Masters Clinic is for you leave with the results you were hoping for, whether it was to correct a birth defect, an accident scar or just have a more youthful look. When patients leave The Masters Clinic many patients have an increase in self-confidence and self-assurance. Both of these can have positive effects on patients’ personal and professional lives. Those who have experienced plastic surgery will experience a much better attitude toward everything and everybody, they experience energy level and are usually more satisfied with life overall. When somebody feels good about their looks and gains that confidence, it radiates outward for the world to see how attractive they are, not just their physical appearance.

After your consultation with Dr. Masters, do your own research. Make sure you have a complete realistic sense of what to expect. For the best results, a patient should have a positive, healthy attitude. This is a huge step in a quick recovery and good experience. Be honest with yourself and Dr. Masters during your consultation as to why you want to have this procedure done.

You need to make sure you are doing it for the right reasons and Dr. Masters will make sure you have the right method to get you the results you want.
The Three Fillers: Botox, Juvederm, Restylane
Posted Jan 24th, 2012 By mastersadmin in Fight Aging, Masters With | No Comments

There are many anti-aging injectables available today for the intent of filling in lines scars and wrinkles and add volume to our face. They all have claim to being the best and all doctors have their preferences of which they use. There are some that are recommended for mild to moderate cases, then others that are for critical cases. Perhaps you just want to add volume back to your face though. So how do you know which one is right for you? While Botox, Juvederm and Restylane each have various ingredients that work in various ways, but it’s the ending results that we’re most concerned with, which is to have that younger looking face.

Here at The Masters Clinic, we offer you the following comparison on three of the more well known products, BOTOX, Juvederm, Restylane, that are so popular now.

BOTOX actually freezes the muscles that cause wrinkles. It is not facial filler. It comes from botulinum toxin, when injected into the skin, it subdues the muscle contractions, which in turns pumps that muscle back so that doesn’t wrinkle. While Botox can be toxic, under proper use by trained and licensed doctors such as Dr. Leslie Masters, it is perfectly safe and harmless. Each patient will have different results, but for the majority, you can expect the result to last as long as 6 months.

Juvederm is hyaluronic acid filler with the consistency of a gel like product that is naturally occurring. It adds volume under the dermis and is primarily used to treat average to serious lines and wrinkles. Depending on how severe the case is that Dr. Masters is treating, she has the option of three different concentrations of this product to choose from. Since Juvederm is a thick substance, the most common areas treated are the deep lines from the corners of the nose to the edges of the mouth, the areas that are always visible. Since this is a naturally occurring substance, it is a perfectly safe treatment as well and can last up to 9 months. Again, each patient may have different results.

Restylane likewise holds a base of hyaluronic acid gel and while it is mostly used for plumping up lips, it is also a popular product to smooth out fine to moderate lines around the mouth and eyes. This is a safe product that is made of hyaluronic acid is not derived from an animal source. Most patients can expect Restylane to last up to 6 months for lip volume and up to 9 months for the reduction of lines and wrinkles.

During your consultation with Dr. Masters, she will ask what you want to have done, what is your purpose of visiting The Masters Clinic. After evaluation of the areas you discussed, she will them determine what needs to be done, which of these products to use and explain what you can expect afterwards. Each patient is different and many factors are considered such as your skins elasticity and the severity of the lines and wrinkles.

We all want to age gracefully and slowly, there is no shame in that! If you are seeing more wrinkles than you care to, call The Masters Clinic today for your appointment. Let Dr. Masters tell you how she can restore your body to a younger version.
The Beauty Of Botox Is More Than Cosmetic
Posted Jan 18th, 2012 By mastersadmin in Facelift, Fight Aging, General, Masters With | No Comments

In the last blog here we discussed how Botox can be used to treat hyperhidrosis, or abundant sweating. There have been wonderful outcomes for those people who suffer awkward and embarrassing sweating, particularly in the arm pit area. Of naturally, Botox is well known for its reduction of lines and wrinkles too.

Continued studies have determined additional various benefits that Botox is good for other medical conditions too, such as treating eye conditions like blepharospasm and strabismus. Patients with blepharospasm suffer from chronic twitching of the eyelid. Botox injections are used to paralyze the muscle that twitches and alleviate the discomfort as well as top the twitching. For patients that suffer from strabismus, when one ocular muscle is weak and another muscle overcompensates, it causes the eyes to lose focus. With Botox injection, the muscle that has been overcompensating is paralyzed and correct focus to return.

People who have endured migraines are finding relief with Botox injections and it is being used as a medical treatment for spasms in the face and neck areas. Botox injections relax the muscle that is affected by the unpredictable contractions and the spasms are wiped out. Botox has also been shown useful in preventing migraines in people who suffer from the chronic onset of these debilitating headaches.

While we have addressed this before, it never hurts to reiterate how Botox works and why it is so effective in the many ways it is being used for now. When injected into muscles, Botox weaken the muscles and causes them to relax. Botox is produced from bacteria called Clostridium botulinum. Clostridium botulinum is toxic large and has been linked to botulism. However, under proper medical use and diluted before being injected, it is a safe treatment. Extensive research has been done so that the proper amounts for safe use and although it is known for its cosmetic use, it has a found a wonderful place in the medical world as well now.

If you have any of these ailments or have any questions about Botox and the medical wonders of Botox that have been discovered, call us today and make an appointment for your consultation with Dr. Leslie Masters today! The Masters Clinic is here to enhance your body, mind and spirit.
Got Sweaty Arm Pits? Botox May Be The Answer!
Posted Jan 12th, 2012 By mastersadmin in Facelift, General, Masters With | No Comments

Are you a victim of excessive sweating under your arm? Well you’re not alone. There are over a million people a year who suffer from the same thing. The medical term for this is hyperhidrosis. Seating is a part of the natural mechanism for our bodies to cool down. However, hyperhidrosis can cause physical discomfort, not to mention the effect it has on the self-esteem. When sweat penetrates the clothing and body odor is present, it can be embarrassing.

Hyperhidrosis be treated by Botox, a toxin produced from Clostridium Botulinum. Dr. Masters uses Botox for cosmetic purposes such as minimizing and removing wrinkles on the face, to define the jaw line and lift a droopy neck. Botox is normally available in powdered form and blended with a liquid. The surgeon decides the most appropriate place in the patient’s body to get the most desirable results for the injection.

When Botox is used to treat hyperhidrosis (underarm sweating), some patients may need Botox doses every 6 to 8 weeks. Every patient is different and treatments will depend on the size of the armpit. The average amount of Botox used is anywhere between 80 and 150 units. Costs can vary patient to patient, if you have health insurance coverage, if Botox treatment is covered, it is generally after you have attempted at least one other alterative cure without success. The business office here at The Masters Clinic will be more than glad to check your insurance coverage for you.

The FDA (Food and Drug Administration) approved the use of Botox in the 1980′s. There is no age-bar for Botox and side effects that have been notes is temporary bruising and headaches, both of which pass in twenty-four to forty-eight hours.

The most important point to make is that Botox does not lead to any kind of allergies in humans. Botox injections can last from as little four to six months to as long as one year, again each patient is different. Your wrinkles will appear less intense with time as muscles learn to relax. For patients considering Botox treatments, if you are breastfeeding or pregnant, consult with your doctor first, same is said for neurological patients.

If you are tired of wearing jackets year-round to hide the wet spots under your arms, call us today at The Masters Clinic and make an appointment for consultation with Dr. Leslie Masters.
Start Your 2012 Off With Better Skin Care!
Posted Jan 4th, 2012 By mastersadmin in Fight Aging, General, Masters With | No Comments

From time to time throughout the year, you probably look at yourself in the mirror and see your skin’s flaws. Maybe your nose is oily or the smile lines are starting to show. For some, there is still acne showing up. As you look at those things you say to yourself, “I need to start taking better care of my face!” and yet, you have began habits and routines that you just can’t seem to break or change.

January is the start of a new year and for many people they set up New Years Resolutions to start the new year of on a good note. So why not start your new skin care regiment this month? Make this the starting point for new habits and a change in your routine. Often times, a change in products will make a world of difference with you skin.

The Masters Clinic offers a line of special formulated skin care products that can be the new routine you start. We offer products for the younger age that will help keep that youthful look to the products made for the mature skin that bring back that youthful glow. A full line of products is brought to you by The Masters Clinic, you will find age specific products made for the age specific times of your life.

The innovative products of the Masters Skin Care line are effective in improving the appearance of your skin. Along with a team of cosmetic chemists, Dr. Leslie Masters brought a synergy in addressing the many needs of proper skin care.

While our line of products are all natural and free of fragrances, preservatives and synthetic chemicals, they are of the highest in quality. The extensive skills that Dr. Masters has gained over her years of practice, as well as her knowledge in physiology are all contributions to our line of products that defy the passage of time that shows in the wear-and-tear of your skin.

Call us today for a consultation with Dr. Masters. Express your concerns and ask questions, take the opportunity to learn from one the best physicians of Medical Aesthetics. Get your New Years Resolutions started off with healthy, glowing skin!
Where Did These Ugly Dark Spots Come From?
Posted Dec 27th, 2011 By mastersadmin in Fight Aging With | No Comments

Our skin cell production slows and the collagen in our skin decreases as we age. So then our skin will appear darker and the majority of the complexion appears lighter in color. Since we aren’t growing new skin cells as fast as we once did, the older layers of skin need to be replaced. Along with less collagen in the skin’s layers, the translucent appearance disappears letting pigmented spots appear darker.

There are other factors that affect our skin and cause what is known as age spots too. During pregnancy and during menopause our hormones change. That change in hormones causes the pigment Melanin to increase this is the pigment that changes the color of our skin. So the more Melanin your body produces, the darker your skin will get. Skin that is affected by hormones is usually blotchy and patchy.

Another factor to age spots is alcohol. Prolonged and excessive use of alcohol can hinder the body’s absorbing nutrients from foods. For most people, the more they drink, the less likely they are to eat the foods that nourishing and good for the skin. As we age, our body absorbs nutrients less already, so for the person that consumes alcohol, it takes even more nutrients away.

Antioxidants are our single defense against free radical damage. All toxins, such as skincare products that contain alcohol, can cause free radical damage. Our skin’s reaction to toxins will naturally stimulate melanin, which is an antioxidant, as a protection.

Sun exposure contributes to age spots, freckles and other pigmentation issues. A common factor of people who have dark spots they want to lighten have had exposure to the sun. Although toxins and free radical damage can hasten melanin production, the chief cause of melanin production is sun exposure. Those who take the steps to remove dark age spots and then return to their ways of before, spending excessive time in the sun, will only see those spots return.

While we can’t stay inside 24/7, taking the precautions to protect our skin with SPF before and moisturizers afterwards, can slow the process of getting those ugly age spots. If you are noticing dark spots on your body, call The Masters Clinic today and make an appointment for a free consultation. It may be something simple as Laser Skin treatment in our office or it could be the sign of something more serious such as skin cancer. Either way, Dr. Masters will answer your questions and make recommendations based on your individual situation.
Skin Cancer – The Deadliest Of All Cancers
Posted Dec 20th, 2011 By mastersadmin in Masters With | No Comments

Most people do not realize that more than one million new cases of skin cancer are diagnosed every year. Combining all the cancers, skin cancer has more victims than all of them put together. Sadly, one in five people are going to be diagnosed with skin cancer in their lifetime. In spite of these high numbers, very few Americans know little about how they can prevent skin cancer. The knowledge of what preventive measures we can take are not widely known or taken very serious. If we are ever going to beat this deadly disease, we need to get more educated about the different types, causes, risks, as well as what steps to take to prevent skin cancer.

People with blue or green eyes, fair skinned, freckled, easily sunburned or light colored hair are more vulnerable to skin cancer. Darker skin people are on the lower end of the risk to get skin cancer, but those who do, have a higher rate of death. While prostate, color or lung cancer are high among men, melanoma is more apt to attack white males over the age of 50.

There are three types of skin cancer, two of which are curable. Those two are basal cell carcinoma and squamous cell carinoma. The third type is the most dangerous and is found frequently among young adults. That one is melanoma, the deadliest of skin cancer and is linked to getting too much sun. A person’s chance of getting skin cancer is greatly increased during childhood. As a child, having one severe sunburn can increase the risk of melanoma as a young adult. While we take extra care in protecting our children while at the beach or the park, they have more sun exposure than you realize.

The sun’s rays are the biggest enemy when it comes to skin cancer claiming over 90% of the victims. There are two types of rays coming from the sun. The genetics of the skin are affected by the UVA rays while the outside layers of the skin are affected by the UVB rays. We all need to remember to protect ourselves, especially children, year round against the sun’s UVA and UVB.

The best way to protect yourself from skin cancer is to stay out of the sun. Unfortunately, this isn’t possible when you live a normal lifestyle. So when you are out in the sun make sure to wear tight woven clothing, sunglasses, and wide brim hats and use sunblock generously. For sunblock to be its most effective, the SPF should rate above 15 and keep applying every two hours. Read the label and make sure you are getting a SPF 15 or higher that blocks both UVA and UVB rays. Keep your activities limited to the time of the day that the sun rays are not as strong. Midday rays are the most dangerous and the time of day that experts warn to stay indoors. When limiting your exposure to UV rays, this also includes tanning beds as well.

The statistics of skin cancer are astonishing and much too common these days when we have the information available to us that can help us understand what can happen and how we can prevent it. A little prevention can keep you and your family safe from this dangerous disease. Don’t be the one in five that will become a victim!
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