Can i use vitamin K creams to get rid of my spider veins? Part 2

So do these vitamin K creams really work?

There is zero evidence that vitamin K can erase spider veins. There I not one scientific study which shows that vitamin K has the ability to reduce, prevent or remove spider veins. There is not one individual who can honestly come forward and claim that vitamin k creams removed his or her spider veins. One can eat, drink, slurp, or even use vitamin K as a suppository- the end result is just a waste of money.

Spider veins have no relation to vitamin K and there is no cream, herb or lotion which can be applied on the skin that will remove spider veins. Every single vitamin K cream sold on the market is simply false advertising with lots of false promises- such is the world of cosmesis.

Individuals who have spider veins have three options, do nothing, try sclerotherapy or laser. Vitamin k based creams or any other creams are a waste of money, time and are best considered junk therapy. These expensive creams do little more than moisturize your skin.

If you have spider veins and are not bothered by them, leave them alone. For those who seek vanity, perhaps laser is the best option. Remember though, laser is expensive, painful and spider veins do recur.

Fine lines and skin wrinkles- part 3

Dermabrasion essentially involves polishing skin with a device. The treatment is only good for fine lines and can sometimes produce smooth and soft skin. The majority of people find dermabrasion to be very harsh and complications are very common. Definitely not a treatment that is recommended.

Chemical peels are widely used to treat fine lines and wrinkles. There are many chemical peels and they all act similarly. The higher strength acids peel your superficial skin, which is then replaced by new youthful looking skin. One goes to a spa and gets a peel applied like a facial. After about 20 minutes the peel is removed and you go home. The peels work by removing the superficial skin cells and debris. Multiple treatments are required. The end result is a soft and younger looking skin. Higher strength acids work but many are associated with pain, prolonged downtime and many customers have complaints. Complications are plenty and some of them are irreversible. The lighter strength acids do nothing for the skin, but can used to wipe the mold in the bathroom.

These days laser is the magic word in cosmetic surgery. People talk about lasers as if these instruments can solve all of man’s problems. Lasers have been used to treat a variety of skin disorders, including fine lines and wrinkles. There are many types of lasers and the topic gets more confusion because there is a new laser being introduced every week. Too many lasers with too many hyped up claims means only one thing- there is no perfect laser. While the doctors claim that lasers can erase your lines and wrinkles, this is stretching out the truth. Lasers can erase some lines, but they are painful, expensive and the results do not last long. Just to keep everything on even terms- there are a lot of negative testimonials about lasers on cyberspace.

ActiveFX- another laser? part 2

Is Active FX treatment permanent?

No the only thing permanent about Active FX is that you will waste a lot of money. No, active FX is not a permanent cure for fine lines, wrinkles or any other skin disorder. Most individuals see skin blemishes return in 3-9 months

IS there any thing one has to do after the treatment?

Yes, to delay return of wrinkles, stop smoking, avoid intense sun, wear a sunscreen when going out and dress in protective garments

Where is Active FX treatment done?

Active FX is an outpatient treatment done at a clinic or spa. There are no extensive preparations required prior to the procedure.

How is the treatment done?

The face is rinsed and gently dried. The therapist will apply a topical anesthetic or a cold ice pack 20 minutes prior to the procedure. The Active FX device is held close to the skin surface and activated. The beam penetrates the skin and generates heat. The heat somehow goes into the deeper layer and remodels tissues. The eventual result is a nice firm, smooth, wrinkle free skin – at least this is how it is supposed to work

How long is the procedure?

In general, expect to spend about 45-60 minutes at the clinic. After the treatment, most individual develop mild redness, swelling, and some bruising. These transient side effects disappear in 2-3 days. One can use mascara to hide the reddish discoloration. The skin texture is rough for a few weeks. Thus, one should apply a moisturizer and keep the skin clean. After the procedure, one should avoid sun exposure, otherwise the skin will turn very dark.

When can one return back to work?

In general, the downtime depends on extent of the procedure. Most people can return back to work in 24-48 hours

Does the treatment hurt?

Yes, 100 percent. Everyone says it hurts – like hell. Feels like a hot needle but only lasts a few seconds.