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Portland Chemical Peels: The Products and the Process

22 March 2012, thriveportland on the topic of Age Spot Removal Portland, Portland Dermatologist, Skin Specialist Portland, Wrinkle Reduction, acne treatments

For many of us, the term chemical peel immediately conjures up images from Sex and the City: Samantha Jones, red face hiding behind a veil at an uptown party. They’re no longer all that drastic, however, and the products at Thrive can produce beautifying results without grisly side effects. By penetrating various depths of skin, our chemical peels are among the most effective non-invasive beauty treatments available today.

All chemical peels vary in intensity and strength. Chemical peels have incredible regenerating properties; by removing damaged layers of skin, they strip away years of age and allow the skin to grow back healthier and more vibrant. The strength of the peels depends on the chemical ingredients and the level of rejuvenation you need. Even our strongest products, however, have minimal side effects. Our chemical peels can accomplish everything from wrinkle reduction to removing brown spots and sun damage. The best product for you will depend on your specific goals and the current condition of your skin.

The Vitalize Peel is our most popular chemical peel product. It combats normal environmental damage, and it can be customized to treat irregular pigmentation, photodamage, and melasma. As a middle grade peel, it’s effective without being debilitating. Burning is minimal, and a recovery period is usually unnecessary.

The Rejuvenize Peel goes a step further, penetrating deeper to exfoliate the top layers of the most damaged skin. By using a novel surfactant, this product creates a more uniform peeling without the irritation that once characterized stronger peels. Because it can heal even acne scarring, some recovery time may be necessary, but it’s tolerable.

Though most chemical peels produce some level of discomfort, they can make the face look and feel younger than almost any other procedure. To learn more about them and determine the best product for you, contact Thrive today and set up a consultation with our expert staff.

Acne Reduction Portland: 4 Steps to Clearer Skin

9 February 2012, thriveportland on the topic of Acne Treatment Center, Featured Services, Laser Acne Treatment, Portland Dermatologist, Skin Specialist Portland, acne treatments

Acne usually begins in puberty and is often seen as a teenager’s problem but blemishes follow many people into adulthood, despite our best efforts at eradicating them. If you want to keep your skin looking its best, here are four tips for self-care.

Always Remove Makeup Before Going to Bed Use a gentle cleanser or makeup remover wipes to completely clean off any and all products you may have applied during the day. Dust and other environmental particulates will have stuck to the fine layer you’ve applied, and sleeping with all that on your skin is a surefire way to not only ruin your pillowcases, but clog pores and wreak havoc on your skin. SkinMedica has a wonderful line of skin cleansers that are gentle and effective, http://www.skinmedica.com/skin-care-products/cleanse

Know What’s in Your Facial Products Many products, including makeup and cleansers, contain preservatives or chemicals that may actually irritate your skin. It is important to understand your skin type in order to purchase products that appeal to either dry, oily, or combination skin. If you have sensitive skin, avoid ingredients like titanium oxide and sulfates, which can cause irritation and lead to breakouts.

Keep Your Hands off Your Face Oil from your fingers can make acne worse, so do your best to avoid popping or picking at blemishes. Instead, apply an ice cube to reduce redness and a warm compress to draw the fluid closer to the surface, then gently wipe the area with an alcohol swab. If you want to cover your blemishes with makeup, be sure to use non-comedogenic (won’t clog pores) formulas and remove it completely at the end of the day.

Your Skin Reflects Your Diet What you put in your mouth can have a direct affect on the health and appearance of your skin. Eating fatty and oily foods void of nutritional value can leave the skin broken out and dull. Foods high in anti-oxidants include blackberries, blueberries, strawberries, and plums. Salmon, walnuts, and flax seed have essential fatty acids to lead to plump, glowing skin. Don’t forget drink lots of water to keep your skin and body hydrated!

Dr. Maddox and the team at Thrive can work with you to develop an individualized acne treatment program, including advanced dermatologic laser and light therapy, prescription products prescribed for your skin type, as well as hormone testing and evaluation. Call 503-241-3579 today to schedule your initial appointment. Beautiful skin is possible. Let the team at Thrive help you achieve it.

Portland Skin Specialists: Great Discounts and Offers for February

2 February 2012, admin on the topic of Before and After Photos, Botox Portland, Derma-fillers Portland, Latisse Treatment, Latisse Treatment Portland, Monthly Featured Service Special, Portland Dermatologist, Portland Latisse, Promotions, Restylane Treatment, Restylane Treatment Portland, Skin Specialist Portland, SkinMedica Products, Thrive Gift Cards, Thrive Portland, Wrinkle Reduction

Get ready for Valentine’s Day with these amazing specials from Thrive Aesthetic & Anti-Aging Center. We are offering the following specials for the month of February:

Kiss your wrinkles goodbye

Restylane Special
Purchase 2 ml syringe and get TNS Essential Serum ½ OFF! PLUS a $80 mail in Rebate for Restylane. ($180 Savings!)

Botox Special
Purchase 20 units – get 5 units FREE!! ($62.50 Savings!)
Add in TNS Recovery or TNS Essential Serum to further banish wrinkles and get LASTING results for a 25% discount. ($65 Savings!)

Juvederm Special
Buy one syringe and get TNS Lip Plump for FREE! ($55 Value!)
This two-step TNS Lip Plump System helps rejuvenate your lips by softening fine lines, improving overall lip texture and condition, increasing lip volume, and enhancing the lips natural color!
Featured On Dr. Oz

Latisse Special – 2 for $200 ($40 Savings!)
Get gorgeous, thicker and fuller lashes with this amazing offer! Everyone will be asking about your lashes! More than doubles your lash volume and length in 16 weeks!

Chemical Peels
Purchase any 3 Professional Vitalize Chemical Peels & receive Post Care Treatment for ½ Price (Recovery Complex and TNS Ceramide Treatment) ($114.50 Savings!)

Gift Cards also available at a special discount: $100 Value only $75! Please call (503) 241-3579 today to schedule your appointment.

Portland Skin Specialists: An Overview of the Services & Expertise at Thrive Aesthetic and Anti-Aging Center

19 January 2012, daniellelee on the topic of Portland Dermatologist, Skin Specialist Portland, Thrive Portland

Whether you need laser tattoo removal or want to fill fine lines and wrinkles, Dr. Maddox and his team at Thrive have the experience and expertise to help you look as beautiful and young as you feel. From weight loss to hormone replacement therapy, the experts at Thrive will work with you to assist you in aging as beautifully as possible.

Who We Are
Adam Maddox, ND Dr. Maddox is a board-certified leader in the field of integrative age management medicine. He graduated with honors from Northern Arizona University and completed a four-year medical program at the National College of Naturopathic Medicine. Dr. Maddox specializes in minimally invasive techniques for the face and body treating lines and wrinkles, scars and stretch marks. He has extensive experience with Botox Cosmetic, Restylane and Juvederm, CO2 Laser resurfacing and male hormone replacement therapy.

Eric D. Schoenberg, MD A highly skilled plastic surgeon and artist, Dr. Schoenberg has an aesthetic sense of what looks natural and most attractive. He also offers herbal therapies that accelerate recovery and reduce bruising and swelling. Dr. Schoenberg received his education and training from Boston University, Harvard University, Cornell University, New Jersey Medical School, and Mt. Sinai Medical Center and continues to attend facial plastic surgery symposiums.

Amy Bader, ND Dr. Bader is an expert at holistically treating obesity. Her treatment plans generally include a combination of natural medicines and specific lifestyle changes designed to bring balance to every system of the body in order to achieve long-term weight loss and health. Dr. Bader graduated from the University of California-Berkeley and completed a four-year medical program with honors from the National College of Naturopathic Medicine.

What We Do
Skin Services We offer only non-invasive, FDA-approved and clinically tested procedures to gently reduce wrinkles and lines, smooth skin tone and improve elasticity. These include cosmetic fillers, lasers and pure infrared light to resurface and tighten skin by stimulating collagen growth. If you are looking for a Portland dermatologist, Dr. Maddox and his team at Thrive can help you achieve your beautification goals.

Body Services At Thrive, we have ways to treat unwanted fat and cellulite non-surgically yet effectively by dissolving the fat and performing body sculpting. We also can rid the body of scars and stretch marks, tighten and resurface skin, and reduce unsightly and sometimes painful varicose veins.

Hair Services To combat excessive hair growth, no matter how large or small an area, we use fast, comfortable lasers that heat the hair follicles to stunt them. We also offer a cutting-edge treatment that uses lasers to stimulate blood flow to the scalp to promote healthy hair growth for damaged or thinning hair.

Tattoo Removal For our clients who would like to remove tattoos, we offer the state-of-the-art Q-switch 1064nm RevLITE™ laser technology that is a proven method and poses minimal risk of scarring or pigment changes.

Hormone Replacement Therapy Some men and women find that they feel more vibrant and healthier when using bio-identical hormone replacement therapy. When necessary we prescribe hormones identical to those produced by the human body. Restoring hormone balance can combat brain fog, low energy, low sex drive, weight gain and more.

Medical Weight Loss Thrive’s weight loss program naturally suppresses appetite so you feel good while you trim down. Our weight loss program provides a combination of our high-quality biological protein food supplements, B-vitamin/natural lipotropic (fat burning) amino acid injections, and supplements to regulate appetite while supplying you with enough energy to accelerate at your daily routine.

Visit our website or call 503-241-3579 for more information or to schedule an appointment.

Stay Beautiful During the Holidays: Five Great Ways to Reduce Stress

23 December 2011, admin on the topic of 'Age Beautifully' Tips, Skin Specialist Portland, Thrive Portland

Between traveling, parties, end-of-year obligations at work, holidays, and the kids being home on break, December can be a very stressful month. Take a minute to breathe deeply, reflect on the positive parts of all these events, and try these five stress-reducing tips.

Exercise Who has time to fit in a workout between everything else going on? You do. Take five minutes at your desk to do some yoga. If you take the bus or train to work, get off one or two stops before you usually do and walk the rest of the way, and do the same on the way home. According to Neilson data, the average American watches four hours of television per day; use commercial breaks to do lunges, sit-ups, push-ups, and leg lifts in rotation.

Delegate You do not have to do everything yourself. If a houseguest or family member asks, “is there anything I can do to help,” fight the urge to say no. Of course there’s something they can do! Dry the dishes, chop some veggies, take a bag to the trash, or make sure the dog’s water bowl is full. The list of chores we do every day, from large to small, is endless. If no one is offering, because you are just so competent at everything, making it look effortless, ask for help. There is no shame in asking, and your needs are just as important as everyone else’s.

Meditate In less time than it takes your coworker to have a cigarette break, you can meditate. Take 90 seconds to go to The Quiet Place (a version for iPhones is available, too). Let your breathing fall in time to the music. Shut everything out of your mind. Focus on lowering your heart rate, letting your shoulders drop, and just being for a little while.

Self-care We all know that water and sleep and balanced diets help keep us feeling and looking our very best. These details, however, tend to fall by the wayside in times of great stress. Even if doing so means putting a task off until tomorrow, be sure to get the right amount of sleep for your body. Keep a water bottle at your desk and take regular water-and-stretch breaks. Keep high-protein snacks like trail mix and energy bars in your purse and car to avoid falling into the fast-food trap.

Laugh Laughter activates pleasure centers in the brain, releasing feel-good hormones like oxytocin and serotonin, thereby lowering heart rate and stress hormones like adrenalin and cortisol. Find three things to laugh about (even – or especially – if they’re just silly cat macros) for every one that stresses you, and soon you’ll feel much better.

When you’ve started feeling less stressed and want to look as good as you feel, Dr. Maddox and his team at Thrive Portland provide a number of services to help you achieve that goal.

Come Party with Thrive! A Night of Prizes, Gifts, Fun, and More!

13 October 2011, admin on the topic of Portland Special Events, Promotions, Skin Specialist Portland, Thrive Portland

The holidays are coming and we want to add a VIP party to your holiday event calendar. Thrive is throwing our first annual Glisten and Glow event featuring wine, appetizers, giveaways, and an amazing gift basket worth $750! This night is the perfect time to get your girlfriends together and come celebrate with us, but we only have 50 spaces available so don’t wait to call and RSVP at 503-241-3579!

We want to get to know you better which is why we’ve set up an intimate party space with delicious appetizers, product demonstrations, and one-on-one access to Dr. Maddox and the product experts from SkinMedica. Best of all, if you attend, you will receive a gift bag worth $750! The gift bag includes SkinMedica’s TNS eye repair and the TNS Limp Plump System, a stylish gift bag, product samples, and a voucher booklet of amazing discounts on our treatments and products. This voucher booklet includes one exceptional treatment offer for every week through December including significant discounts on Botox, Laser Treatments, Restylane, SkinMedica Products, Thrive Gift Cards, and other deals on our services.

If you attend, you will also be entered to win 2 separate 15 unit packages of Botox, 2 treatment laser hair removal treatment packages, or an LED Red Light Facial Rejuvenation Therapy Package.

In addition, Dr. Maddox and product representatives from SkinMedica will be on hand to answer any questions you have about our treatments or any other concerns about your appearance that you may have. This is a special opportunity to spend the evening with Dr. Maddox and the team at Thrive, so don’t miss out.

The event is being co-hosted by the experts from SkinMedica, the trusted line of skin care products that we have been recommending to our patients for years. SkinMedica has again been recognized as one of the fastest growing professional skin care companies in the United States, fueled by the success of their Redness Relief CalmPlex and Tri-Retinol Complex ES.

Call 503-241-3579 today to RSVP and pre-pay for the ticket. The event will be held at Thrive on November 17th at 6:30 and space is limited. The event costs $200 per person but you will be getting $750 worth of samples, products, and service vouchers. Don’t miss your chance to experience this unique Glisten and Glow event! We hope to see you there!

Acne Scar Reduction: Erase Your Scars and Renew Your Skin

29 September 2011, admin on the topic of Acne Treatment Center, Laser Acne Treatment, Skin Specialist Portland, acne treatments

Acne is a skin condition that affects up to 80% of people in their teens and twenties, and up to 5% of older adults. It’s not the most glamorous subject but it’s helpful to know what causes acne and how scars can be treated.

All acne is a disorder of the pilosebaceous unit, which is made up of a hair follicle, sebaceous gland, and a hair. The number of pilosebaceous units is greatest on the face, upper neck, and chest. Sebaceous glands produce a substance called sebum, which is responsible for keeping the skin and hair moisturized.

Bacteria are a normal inhabitant of the skin but it uses sebum as a nutrient for growth. Problems arise when the sebum is trapped in the hair follicle. For reasons that are still unclear, some hair follicles become obstructed and the clogged follicles, form acne that appears as blackheads and whiteheads.

Treatments

There are some topical skin care products and medications that can improve mild scarring, but most acne scars are treated with a combination of surgical procedures and skin resurfacing.

At Thrive, we offer several acne treatments including chemical peels, light treatments, topical Skinmedica products, and laser treatments. Chemical peels are used to improve and smooth your skin by removing the top layers and revealing the undamaged skin underneath. We offer three different types of chemical peels from mild to deep, depending on the level of your scarring.

Light treatments can treat redness, scars, wrinkles, pore size, and current acne. It uses therapeutic light to kill acne and the bacteria that causes it. Laser treatments stimulate the skin and offer a faster alternative to peels. Lasers work by essentially burning the top layers of skin to a precise depth. The skin then heals replacing the burned layers with newer appearing skin.

Using the right skin products work well in partnership with more intense treatments. SkinMedica continually researches and develops its products to offer the latest in skin care.

We offer a free consultation where Dr. Maddox will evaluate your skin before any treatments are recommended. Often times, a skin treatment plan for current acne and/or acne scarring are a combination of products and treatments designed especially to treat your problem areas.

Call us today at 503-241-3579 to book your free consultation!

Portland Skincare: How to Protect Your Skin During Fall and Winter

22 September 2011, admin on the topic of 'Age Beautifully' Tips, Skin Specialist Portland

Summer is coming to an end and the Fall/Winter weather is on its way. With that come the cold, wind, and dryness that can wreak havoc on our skin. For many people, the weather not only causes extra dryness but can also cause flaking, cracking, and even eczema.

At Thrive, our skin specialists recommend things that can alleviate the discomfort of dry skin and help you achieve beautifully hydrated and glowing skin…even in the cold of winter!

Moisturize
The single greatest weapon in your fight against winter dryness is moisturizer. Investing in a quality moisturizer will hydrate and replenish the skin and prevent winter dryness. We recommend a few products to our patients for a day and nighttime moisturizer.

In the winter, when it’s cloudy and gray, it’s easy to forget that we can still get sun damage. For daytime, we recommend TNS Ultimate Daily Moisture with SPF. It provides full spectrum UVA and UVB protection as well as protecting against environmental damage.

At night, use a rich night cream that will repair and re-hydrate your skin overnight. A product like SkinMedica’s Dermal Repair Cream has high levels of vitamin C and E that will do just that.

Integrating a serum into your daily skin regimen provides an extra layer of protection and hydration. A product like SkinMedica’s TNS Essential Serum provides seven antioxidants that fight free radical damage, protect the skin, and improve the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles. In addition, the Alpha arbutin in the serum actually brightens the skin which is an added boost in the winter.

Keep in mind that the best time to apply moisturizer is right after you get out of the shower. Your skin will absorb more of the moisturizer when your skin is still damp and your pores are more open.

Hydrate, Hydrate, Hydrate
We always recommend drinking 6-8 8 ounce glasses of water per day but this will also benefit your skin in the winter. Hydrating from the inside out is just as important if not more than hydrating with a topical moisturizer.

Eat a Diet Rich in Fruits and Vegetables
Eating a diet full of hydrating fruits and vegetables will hydrate your skin. Cucumbers contain vitamin C and caffeic acid, both of which help hydrate and soothe the skin. Zucchini is 95 percent water by weight and one of the most hydrating vegetables you can eat. A serving has less than 25 calories and is an excellent source of folate, potassium, and vitamins A and C. Bell peppers, romaine lettuce, carrots, celery and other vegetables also contain antioxidants and amino acids that will improve your skin from the inside out.

Melon is 90 percent water and has just 56 calories per cup. One cup of cantaloupe also provides 103.2 percent of the daily value for vitamin A, an essential for healthy skin. Pineapple is packed with bromelain, a mixture of compounds with potent anti-inflammatory powers. Mango, apples, and grapefruit also contain beneficial vitamins that are good for hydrating and rejuvenating the skin.

At Thrive, we specialize in holistic skin care that leads to healthy glowing skin from the inside out. For concerns that cannot be addressed with diet or products, we also offer skin treatments including light based tightening solutions, chemical peels, laser treatments, and wrinkle reduction procedures. Call us today at 503-241-3579 to book your free consultation at our NW Aesthetic and Anti-Aging Center.

Laser Fractional Resurfacing: A Fresh New Look, a Fresh New You!

25 August 2011, admin on the topic of Featured Services, Laser Fractional Resurfacing Portland, Skin Specialist Portland

Do you have age spots, acne stars, wrinkles, discoloration on your face and neck? There is a laser treatment called laser fractional resurfacing that addresses a multitude of skin problems that surface as we age.

Under the epidermis (top layer of skin) is a network of collagen and elastin, and as you age and get more sun exposure, those proteins break down, resulting in wrinkles, sagging, age spots, etc. Fractional skin resurfacing penetrates deep into the dermis to essentially wake the skin up and re-start the creation of collegen and elastin. The laser treats tiny areas, replacing old, destroyed cells with new, healthy ones. A major part of laser fractional resurfacing also has to do with the areas that the laser doesn’t touch. Because the laser is so precise, the skin that is left alone helps to heal the skin that was treated.

At Thrive, we use the SmartXide DOT CO2 Laser to treat everything from wrinkles and fine lines to age and sun spots, to discoloration, acne scars, surgical scars, and even melasma! It is a remarkable technology that is helping patients get rid of their problem areas and knock years off their appearance. Best of all, this treatment can be completed in as little as 90 minutes. There is minor discomfort and significantly less recovery time compared to traditional CO2 laser resurfacing. For the majority of patients, side effects are minimal and include slight swelling and redness.

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In short, laser fractional resurfacing creates smoother, fresher, healthier and younger-looking skin, improved tone, texture and pore size, and the softening of wrinkles and lines. Sounds too good to be true right? Call us today at 503-241-3579 to book your consultation at our NW Aesthetic and Anti-Aging Center and we will provide a personalized treatment plan and details to treat your problem areas.

Thrive Portland: Read Our Spring Contest Winner’s Entry on Aging Beautifully!

17 June 2011, admin on the topic of 'Age Beautifully' Tips, Botox Portland, Microdermabrasion Portland, Promotions, Skin Specialist Portland, Thrive Portland

Congratulations to Melissa H., winner of our Spring Into Beauty contest! Her prize of a $650 complete skin rejuvenation package includes a skin evaluation and treatment plan, microdermabrasion, Vitalize facial peel and Botox. Melissa’s entry stood out as a personal and eloquent statement of what aging beautifully means to her.

Aging beautifully means two very important things to me. The first is that I will develop inner beauty each year that goes by as I give myself fully to life and to love. The second is taking care of my body and my health and yes, my physical appearance the best I can.

To me, aging beautifully means overcoming life’s difficulties and learning how to maintain an inner smile. It means not giving way to bitterness, and remaining flexible and resilient over time when it would be easy to grow set in my ways. It means keeping my body healthy by eating good food and exercising often. And It means realizing that I am never too old to learn new things and challenge my mind with advancements in science and technology and art. When I am older I want to be a woman of wisdom and grace. I want the things I have suffered and the things I have enjoyed shine through my eyes, and I want to offer the things I have learned to those who are younger, but only when they need it.

When I think of aging I am also happy that it no longer means I will have to sit back and passively watch my outer appearance deteriorate. I don’t want my reflection to surprise me when I look in the mirror. I will know a young girl still occupies my aging body, but aging beautifully can now mean less of a discrepancy between how I look and how I feel. It is true that beauty is only skin deep. I have always been taught this truth, and still believe it to this day. But now, when the lines between my eyebrows give me an angry look, I can easily take care of it. When my gravity pulls the corners of my mouth downward and I look unhappy, I can give it a boost and reflect the joyful spirit I used to express so easily. Aging beautifully will never mean erasing every smile line, or looking like a piece of stretched out plastic. But it can mean that along with maintaining my inner self as a loving and graceful human being, I can feel good about my outer appearance too.

Thank you to everyone who entered our Thrive Spring Into Beauty contest! We had so many great entries, it was difficult to pick just one winner. Become a fan of Thrive on Facebook and stay tuned for information on upcoming contests and discounts.

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