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EYE Love You Enhancers
Even though aging is an inevitable process, we never want our eyes to say we are older than we truly are. There are several factors that cause the eyes to age prematurely, including lifestyle, emotion, sleep patterns and the environment, all of which diminishes a person’s youthful, fresh appearance.
Treat yourself to some extra love this Valentine’s Day with three new ways to say “EYE Love You.” Using one or more of our Eye Love You Enhancers – BOTOX, LATISSE and LUMIERE – you can rest assure your eyes will never reveal your true age. During February, take advantage of our EYE Love You Specials – see below!
In September 2013, the FDA approved the use of Botox to treat crow’s feet, and Dr. Lupo was the only FDA investigator in Louisiana for the study of this newly approved treatment. Crow’s feet are created by a variety of factors, but most commonly they are the result of overusing muscles while squinting or smiling. A small amount of Botox injected into the muscle around the eye will prevent the area from wrinkling when facial expressions are made. The results give the eye area a smoother, younger look.
Longer, thicker lashes frame the eyes making them stand out to look more beautiful and youthful even without makeup. Latisse is the first and only FDA-approved prescription treatment for inadequate or not enough eyelashes known as hypotrichosis. Daily applications of Latisse will help eyelashes to grow, making them longer, thicker and darker.
EYE ENHANCER 3: NEOCUTIS LUMIERE
Everyone dreads waking up to find puffy, dark circles around their eyes. Neocutis Lumiere is our number-one selling eye cream that reduce puffiness, dark circles and even fine lines. This fragrance-free daily cream hydrates skin with hyaluronic acid, promotes new collagen with growth factors and uses caffeine to tighten and restrict blood vessels.
Lose Inches From Your Midsection With Vanquish
“New Year, New You” is usually the motto of many during this time of year. After weeks of parties with delicious food and festive cocktails, many people are now trying to get back on track with diet and exercise. However, some still find it difficult to lose those extra inches brought on by the holiday season even with a healthy lifestyle. If you are one of those people, we want to introduce you to a safe, no-downtime alternative for body contouring called Vanquish.
Vanquish is a revolutionary, non-invasive system designed to deliver energy to the body to eliminate fat cells. Vanquish is a pain-free treatment that has been clinically tested on the abdomen and love handles and proven to be safe and effective. The Vanquish device eliminates fat without even touching the body. It selectively delivers the energy to the fat with virtually no risk of overheating of the skin, muscles or internal organs.
Vanquish treatments are effective without a strict diet or exercise regimen as long as current weight is maintained. Many patients decide to live a healthier lifestyle in order to improve the results they received from the treatments. The only thing required to prepare your body is proper hydration. Our patients are instructed to drink plenty of water the day before, the day of and the day after treatment. This will help rid the body of excess fluid and toxins and aid in metabolic processes.
For optimal results, Dr. Lupo and her patients find it best to receive four 30-minute treatments that are typically scheduled one week apart. While some patients may experience mild redness and warmth after a treatment, these side effects last only minutes to hours and have no effect on daily life. Improvement to the body may be seen days after the first treatment, but greater results are seen two weeks after the final treatment and continued improvement increased as the body rids itself of fat cells.
If you have troublesome areas on your body that aren’t corrected by diet and exercise, now many be the time to talk to our doctors to see if Vanquish or any of our other body contouring devices are right for you. To schedule a consultation, call 504-288-2381.
Ultherapy: Lift and Tighten Skin Without the Expense and Downtime of Surgery
Skin tightening technology has been available at the Lupo Center since 2004, and since then, we have upgraded our equipment to provide our patients with the safest and most effective technology on the market. We recently introduced a new skin tightening device into the practice called Ultherapy.
Ultherapy, also known as Ulthera, is the only non-invasive treatment approved by the FDA for lifting the skin on the neck, chin and brow in all skin types. Ultherapy uses fractional focused ultrasound to stimulate the growth of new collagen deep within the skin to lift and tighten loose skin. With age, collagen, a natural protein that gives skin its youthfulness, loses its strength and its ability to stand up to the effects of gravity. Ultherapy’s ultrasound thermal effect essentially jumpstarts a repair process that strengthens existing collagen and produces stronger, regenerated collagen. Patients may notice a short-term “boost,” but the production of new collagen occurs over time, so results can become more apparent over three to six months.
A good candidate for Ultherapy is someone with skin that has some degree of laxity, to the point of looking, and often feeling, less firm. A lowered eyebrow line or sagging skin on the eyelids, for instance, is often the first sign of “maturing” skin. Loose skin under the neck and under the chin signals a patient might be a candidate. There also are younger people who want to “stay ahead of the game” as well as those looking to prolong the effects of cosmetic surgery.
With Ultherapy’s ultrasound imaging, our technician is able to actually see the layers of tissue being target during the treatment and ensure the energy is deposited precisely to where it will be most effective. There may be slight redness for up to an hour or so following the treatment, and a small percentage of patients may have slight swelling, tingling or tenderness to touch, but these are mild and temporary in nature.
While Ultherapy is not a replacement for a surgical face lift, there are many people who want some lifting but are not ready for surgery, either mentally, physically or financially. The procedure takes only about 60-90 minutes for most patients and there is no downtime. Most patients only require one treatment, while others may find optimal results with additional treatments.
If you are interested in learning more about Ultherapy or to see if it is the right treatment for you, schedule a consultation today with one of our doctors.
Skin Care Product of the Month – 20% OFF!
Renewnt for Strength
The Renewnt brand is a skin care technology that provides a new way to reduce the visible signs and effects of aging with Asymmtate™. This special ingredient helps stimulate skin stem cells to replenish themselves and produce collagen for healthier, rejuvenated appearing skin.
Renewnt for Strength is a cream specially formulated for dry, thinning skin of the hands and forearms. Using the proprietary ingredient Asymmtate to activate a key cellular pathway, it soothes and seals in moisture to help repair the signs of aging and restore the essential skin barrier.
This strengthening cream should be applied liberally twice daily to the hands and forearms, massaging well into the skin until absorbed, or as directed by our doctors.
When you purchase Renewnt for Strength in our office, you will receive 20% off this product through December 31, 2013. Don’t forget to mention that you saw this promotion in our newsletter!
Dr. Lupo Named As An ExpertInjector
In today’s aesthetic world, there are a number of med spas and doctors who are performing cosmetic injections without accredited education and training, which can lead to serious complications in the patients they treat. The American Society for Dermatologic Surgery and the American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery have partnered with NewBeauty Magazine to create a public awareness campaign to educate patients on the best way to choose an injectable physician. Through the campaign, they have chosen Dr. Lupo as one of their ExpertInjectors. 
Dr. Lupo is also concerned about the increasing number of patients coming to her office after suffering complications as a result of untrained or uncertified physicians and non-physicians performing medical procedures with injectables and lasers. Even more frightening is when those patients are treated with illegal products. Dr. Lupo believes all patients deserve to know the truth and qualifications of their treating physician and advises all patients do their homework before having any procedure done.
Visit the ExpertInjector website to learn more about Dr. Lupo’s qualifications and experience as a certified injector and trainer in the field of cosmetic dermatology.
Brilliant Distinctions Launches New iPhone App
As many of our patients already know, Brilliant Distinctions (BD) is a rewards program through Allergan, the makers of BOTOX, JUVEDERM, LATISSE and SKINMEDICA. BD Members receive special offers, exclusive invitations and earn points that can be redeemed for savings on Allergan products and services, including BOTOX, JUVÉDERM, LATISSE and SKINMEDICA.
BRILLIANTLY CONVENIENT
Brilliant Distinctions recently launched a mobile app for the iPhone. The app makes it more convenient for patients to:
- Register for Brilliant Distinctions
- Access online account
- View points balance
- Create and redeem coupons for instant savings on select Allergan products including Botox, Juvederm, Latisse and SkinMedica.
Patients can download the FREE app at the iTunes Store by searching for “Brilliant Distinctions” or by visiting BDmobileApp.com.
SHOP, EARN AND SAVE
In April, the Brilliant Distinctions Mall was launched in order to give members more ways to earn points. The BD Mall consists of more than 40,000 participating online stores and travel websites. With the holidays fast approaching, the BD Mall is a great way for you to earn points while shopping for your family and friends. To learn more, click here.
Holiday Gift Ideas For Friends and Family (and maybe you, too?)
SkinMedica Gift Bags
Receive a complimentary SkinMedica Gift Bag (includes an exfoliating cleanser, dermal repair cream and vitamin C+E complex in a travel bag – $175 value) with the purchase of a SkinMedica TNS Essential Serum and a SkinMedica Tri-Retinol Complex.
NEOCUTIS Travel Kit
Receive a complimentary NEO*CLEANSE Gentle Skin Cleanser ($32 value) with the purchase of a NEOCUTIS Travel Kit (includes a BIO*CREAM, HYALIS and JOURNEE in a travel bag).
Complimentary NEOCUTIS RéACTIVE
Receive a complimentary NEOCUTIS RéACTIVE Anti-oxidant Serum ($70.00 value) with the purchase of a 50 ml JOURNEE and a 15ml LUMIERE.
A new product to the NEOCUTIS line, RéACTIVE Anti-oxidant Serum offers one of the most complete anti-oxidant defense systems available to help neutralize free radicals and promote anti-oxidant regeneration.
RéACTIVE Anti-oxidant Serum:
- Provides a first line of defense against oxidative stress with Vitamin C and E
- Aids in anti-oxidant regeneration
- Limits the signs of redness related to oxidative stress
Can be used on all skin types
Lupo Center Gift Cards
Not sure what to get that special someone on your list?
A Lupo Center gift card is always a great option and it can be used toward any treatment or product.
All of the above holiday gift ideas are only available while supplies last.
ATTENTION ALL PATIENTS: Important Info. on Prescription Refills and Medical History!
On Thursday, December 5 and Friday, December 6, our office will not be able to access any patient records due to the installation of our new computer server.
Please keep this in mind if you will need a prescription refill or any medical history information during this time. If so, please contact our office before Wednesday, December 4, to get the information that you need or we will not be able to provide you with your request until Monday, December 9. We appreciate your understanding and cooperation, and as always, please let us know if you have any questions. Thank you!
Lupo Center for Aesthetic & General Dermatology 