Winter is skincare season. Some treatments require a bit of downtime and reduced sun exposure and some don’t. Either way, now is your moment. Cosmetic procedures like Morpheus8, Sofwave, and lasers like LaseMD or Hollywood Spectra give your skin a fresh, rejuvenated look. However, their results are more effective when combined with a personalized wellness program geared towards your body and your skin needs.
Let’s take a comprehensive approach to skincare – one that works from the inside out.
Why Winter is the Best Time for Cosmetic Procedures
During the colder months, our skin isn’t as exposed to direct sunlight. This creates an optimal environment for recovery after treatments. Many of the advanced procedures we offer increase skin sensitivity to UV light. Minimizing sun exposure significantly reduces the risk of hyperpigmentation or complications during the healing process.
It’s often more comfortable to manage the temporary redness or sensitivity that may follow these treatments in cooler temperatures. Not to mention, your bundled-up clothing can help hide or protect any redness or bruising post procedure.
Treatments like Morpheus8 and fractional lasers work to stimulate collagen production. It helps improve texture and elasticity which counteracts the effects of harsh winter weather that makes skin feel dry and dull from the lack of moisture in the air.
Cosmetic Treatments to Consider This Season
- Morpheus8: This microneedling and radiofrequency device goes deep into the skin layers, stimulating collagen and remodeling fat to improve contour, tighten, and smooth skin texture. Morpheus8 is great for those seeking to target fine lines, wrinkles, or loose skin on the face, neck, and even body areas like the abdomen or thighs.
- Sofwave: Sofwave is a non-invasive ultrasound treatment for tissue remodeling, targeting the dermal layer to boost collagen and elastin. This treatment is ideal for those looking to reduce fine lines and wrinkles without the downtime often associated with more invasive procedures. Great results can be appreciated on the face and neck.
- Fractional Lasers: Fractional lasers like LaseMD penetrate into the deeper layers of the skin breaking down old, damaged skin and stimulating the body’s own natural healing processes to produce new, healthier skin. This targets sun damaged or scarred skin using numerous tiny focused columns of laser light. The microscopic beams of light
- Yag Lasers: Hollywood Spectra works by creating tiny, controlled injuries in the skin, stimulating natural healing and collagen production. This treatment can address a range of issues, from sunspots and pigmentation to acne scars and fine lines.
Each of these treatments has specific benefits, but they all can help rejuvenate winter-dull skin, creating a refreshed, youthful glow by spring.
Linda’s List: Support Your Skin from the Inside Out
While these treatments provide incredible results, enhance the effects with these lifestyle habits to promote healthy skin from within.
- Eat a Collagen-Boosting Diet Boost your skin’s appearance with collagen-rich foods and foods that promote collagen synthesis – foods high in Vitamin C and amino acids. Bone broth is another great source of natural collagen. We also love Collagen Peptides.
- Hydrate with Water and Electrolytes Hydration impacts your skin’s elasticity and texture. Drink water throughout the day, and add electrolyte-rich beverages like coconut water or LMNT to help your body absorb the hydration.
- Prioritize Healthy Fats Supplement with Blu Mega to promote Omega-3 fatty acids, which help maintain skin’s moisture barrier. A well-hydrated skin barrier keeps skin plump and resilient, aiding in recovery and maximizing the effects of treatments like Sofwave and lasers.
- Get Plenty of Sleep Sleep is when our bodies—and our skin—repair and regenerate. Aim for seven to eight hours per night. We’re happy to recommend Deep Blu Sleep, Blu Chill, and Blu Calm to help you sleep.
Reduce Sugar and Processed Foods Refined sugars cause inflammation and break down collagen, reducing the quality of your skin over time. Opt for nutrient-dense snacks to reduce inflammation and support a radiant complexion.
