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Does this city make my butt look big?
Posted February 02, 2010 10:13 AM

Thinking about a nose job? Chances are you’re from the Northeast, according to new data released from RealSelf.com, a consumer review site for the cosmetic industry. Permanent makeup more your thing? Then you’re probably from the Southwest.

“We looked at our logs — we’re talking millions of searches — in order to map [regional] consumer interest,” says Tom Seery, president and founder of RealSelf.com  “There were definitely some interesting findings.”

For instance, the Web site’s search data tracked 55 percent more searches for rhinoplasty by people in the Northeast than in other area of the country. And Southerners (people who live in Florida, South Carolina, North Carolina, Mississippi and other nearby states) were 30 percent more likely to search for traditional facelifts and related procedures than in other areas.

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Dr. Berkowitz's profile featured in Styleline's Best Doctors issue
Posted February 02, 2010 8:24 AM



Check out Dr. Berkowitz's profile in Styleline magazine's "Metro Detroit's Best Doctors" issue!


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New Study Shows Lip Injections Can Make You Look More Youthful
Posted February 01, 2010 8:10 AM in Facial Contouring

Lip injections may prove to be just the thing for women who want to look younger without spending lots of money on plastic surgery.

New research suggests that women who want to look years younger may not need to undergo any major plastic surgery — at least not yet. For now, a simple lip injection may do the trick.

Unilever funded a study of more than 250 women of various ages to figure out what feature most separated older women from younger women. According to lead researcher David Gunn, the women who looked young for their age had something in common: thicker lips. Noted Gunn, “It is a feature that is strongly genetically determined and relatively easy to measure.”

Lip augmentation is generally performed with injectable fillers such as collagen, silicone or even fat. The first two fillers are readily available but temporary in their effects. Fat injections last longer, but results are less predictable.. And, more rarely, there is the option of a permanent surgical implant that, unlike the injectable fillers, does not disappear. The side effects of these procedures, which are always possible, include scarring or a lumpy and uneven appearance.

Simply getting bigger lips may not necessarily give the overall youthful appearance women desire. Gunn admitted that women who are elderly – or middle-aged, but with thin lips – may more wisely opt for some facial injections, such as Botox, rather than lip augmentation alone, which “doesn’t counter the impact of a wrinkled face.”

Note: This February, Dr. Berkowitz at Accents Cosmetic Surgery & Medical Spa is offering a special on Lip Augmentation:  $200 off all fillers and $100 off Permanent Makeup. Call 586-254-7692 to take advantage of this special offer to get youthful, luscious lips!

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Maria’s Top 5 Tips for Winter Facial Skin Care
Posted January 27, 2010 9:50 AM in Medical Spa

The cold and snowy weather in Michigan this time of year can bring many delights...ice festivals, snow-covered trails for skiing and snowmobiling, and frozen lakes for skating or ice fishing.  Unfortunately, one down side to this weather is the harsh effects it has on our skin. Our aesthetician Maria has tips for how to protect your skin, while continuing to enjoy Michigan's winter wonderland!

1.     Cleanse with appropriate type of cleanser.  Your skin changes in the winter and so should your products! Your skin acts differently from summer to winter and the best strategy for healthy, problem-free skin is to adjust your home care routine to suit your skin’s needs each season. In winter, the skin produces less oil and is often dehydrated, so for many skin types, oil must be added back into the skin to maintain its balance. The wrong cleanser can worsen itchy, dry skin. Also, avoid hot water when cleansing your face as it will further strip your skin of natural oils and moisture.

2.    Exfoliate. When the heat is on in the house and the air is cold outside, your skin will be depleted of its natural moisture, leaving your skin feeling tight and dry.  This is a sign that you have dry skin cell build-up on the surface of the skin. Regular exfoliation (2-3x per week) with a gentle facial scrub helps remove the dry skin cells so that when your moisturizer goes on, it hydrates new cells rather than the old, dry cells.

3.     Use Serums. Every skin type can benefit from a fast-penetrating and hydrating serum with antioxidants. Some serums include Vitamin C, which is a potent antioxidant that travels to the deepest layers of the epidermis and repairs damaged or mutated cells.  Serums containing Retinol are also great for repairing fine lines and sun damage and fighting wrinkles. Apply serums before moisturizers.

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Use SPF daily.  Skin needs to be protected from the sun, even in the winter because damaging sun rays still affect you, even on those cold, dreary winter days. Sun rays can be even more potent and damaging when reflecting off snow! Before going outside, apply a moisturizing, broad-spectrum sunscreen with an SPF of 15 or higher to all exposed areas of your body.  Sun exposure can damage the skin and cause wrinkles.

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Moisturize, moisturize, moisturize!   Everyone needs to hydrate their skin regularly.  As we age, we continue to lose moisture. Make sure to use a product that matches your skin type, whether it is dry, oily, combination or sensitive. Oil-based moisturizers tend to lock in moisture more than water-based ones, making them a better choice in winter months.

For more specific recommendations for your best skin care routine, call 586-254-7692 to schedule a complimentary skin analysis.  Maria can help you determine which products are best for you!  Accents Cosmetic Surgery and Medical Spa recommends and carries products from Topix, Clinique Medical, Vivite and SkinCeuticals.

 

Maria Orlando is a licensed medical Aesthetician at Accents Cosmetic Surgery & Medical Spa and she has been helping women and men attain healthy, glowing, beautiful skin for 10 years.  Maria is well-known for her corrective & distinctive facials that incorporate massage and reflexology for an incredible experience. Additionally, she provides other skin renewal services, including: chemical peels, laser hair removal, laser skin rejuvenation, photo rejuvenation, Thermage, skin wellness evaluations and more. Maria also works with Dr. Berkowitz’s surgical patients post-operatively to promote better healing.



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