Timeless Skin Solutions

Living a healthy lifestyle will add years to your life and life to your years. But how do you know for sure if you’re doing everything you can for your mind, body and spirit? Attend the first Women’s Health and Fitness Educational Symposium on June 24 at Fitness Edge from 6:30 - 8:30 p.m. to find out. Four of Central Ohio’s leading experts on women’s health will provide evaluations and tips on how to live a healthy lifestyle.

Dr. Carol Clinton, owner of Timeless Skin Solutions, the leading medi-spa in Dublin, will discuss sun damage and how to correct it. She will also conduct ultra violet skin evaluations during the program. Dr. Clinton is one of the leading injectors of Restylane in the state of Ohio and has achieved Gold Network Status member for Botox Cosmetic®. Dr. Clinton has lectured internationally as an expert on the use of lasers and lights in skin rejuvenation.

Dr. Patricia A. Stafford, founder of Women’s Imaging & Wellness, will discuss bone density and will conduct screenings called bone densitometry. Dr. Stafford believes women’s imaging services should be relaxing and be performed in a warm environment offering the latest
techniques and diagnostic tools. Stafford has trained under world-renowned physician Dr. Andrew Weil, a pioneer in the field of integrative medicine which takes a healing oriented approach to health care which encompasses body, mind, and spirit.

Brian Schiff is a certified strength and conditioning specialist at Fitness Edge in Dublin. Schiff and his team will share information about fitness and nutrition and injury awareness/prevention/healing. Schiff is the former strength and conditioning coach for The Columbus Crew Major League Soccer Team and is an expert author for various online fitness magazines, is the author of two books on shoulder training and co-authored a golf conditioning e-book.

Kim Cox, certified personal trainer, will discuss fitness and nutrition and teach you how to navigate away from unhealthy food choices. Cox graduated from Ohio Dominican University in 2003 and has been a certified personal trainer through the American Council on Exercise since 2007 and is also an EFI Gravity Personal Training Instructor. She also leads a women’s small group training program at Fitness Edge and assists with Adventure Boot Camp for Women.

Please RSVP for the event. The cost is $20 if you if you pre-register, or $25 at the door. All proceeds go to the James Cancer Hospital GYN Cancer Fund. Please make checks payable to Timeless Skin Solutions. For more information contact Kristy Suttle at Kristy@timelessskinsolutions.com or by calling 614-799-5100. Fitness Edge is located at 5700 Perimeter Drive, Suite D, Dublin

Leading specialist Dr. Carder-Radel of Dublin, Ohio announced today that she has been elected a member of the American Society for Laser Medicine and Surgery (ASLMS), the world’s largest professional organization dedicated to promoting excellence in patient care by advancing laser applications and related technologies. Dr. Carder-Radel of Timeless Skin Solutions who has been in practice since 2007, works with these powerful beams of light to treat unwanted hair growth, hyperpigmentation, skin laxity, fine lines/wrinkles, uneven texture and numerous other skin care concerns.

“It is a professional honor to be elected a member of the American Society for Laser Medicine and Surgery because it offers me the opportunity to learn about the latest research and network with colleagues in the field,” said Dr. Carder-Radel. “This is an exciting time in medicine with the advent of innovative laser techniques and other high-tech energy sources that allow us to improve the health and quality of our patients’ lives with non-invasive treatment solutions.”

The American Society for Laser Medicine and Surgery is the world’s preeminent resource for laser research, safety, education, and clinical knowledge. Founded in 1980, ASLMS promotes excellence in patient care by advancing clinical application of lasers and related technologies. Currently, ASLMS has over 4,000 members, including physicians and surgeons representing more than 45 specialties, nurses, health care professionals, physicists involved in product development, biomedical engineers, biologists and manufacturers.

Take a look at your arm and count how many freckles you see. Chances are you’re wearing a lot more freckles than you did as a child. Sun damage resulting in freckles, age spots, sun spots and moles can pop up anywhere on the body - especially areas that are frequently exposed to sun light. Sometimes that damage can lead to serious skin issues including skin cancer. But treatments like Intense Pulse Light Therapy (IPL) can remove the damage leaving healthy, refreshed skin. Dr. Carol Clinton of Timeless Skin Solutions in Dublin says IPL is very effective in the treatment of sun-related aging.

“The advantage of IPL over other types of pigment and vascular removal methods is that it is fast, the recovery time is short, and the risk of side effects are low,” says Dr. Clinton. “The procedure simultaneously addresses a variety of common concerns including broken capillaries, rosacea, redness, age spots, and even enlarged pores.”

IPL therapy uses an intense light that passes through the top layer of skin and is absorbed by brown, black or blue pigment particles within the skin. The energy emitted by the laser light causes the pigment cells to break into miniscule particles which are removed by the body’s immune system.

“The light is emitted in pulses which can feel like someone has snapped an elastic band against the skin, but most patients find this treatment quite comfortable,” says Dr. Clinton.

A treatment may take anywhere from 15 minutes to an hour depending on the size of the area(s) being treated. After treatment, the skin turns to a dark, superficial crust. Once the crusting turns over - typically in one to two weeks, the underlying skin gradually changes from a pink shade to the color of the surrounding skin.

“It’s a great option for various areas of the body including the decollete, hands, arms and legs.”

The number of treatments needed to remove sun damage depends on the severity of the damage - typically one to three treatments. Costs range from $150 to $750 per treatment.R

Carrying a baby and giving birth is a life changing experience. While the female body is designed to reproduce, the after effects can make women self conscious about their bodies. Stretch marks, loose skin, and discoloration affect most moms, but many aren’t aware that there are treatments available that can improve the look and feel trouble spots. Dr. Carol Clinton of Timeless Skin Solutions in Dublin, a medical spa that features the latest in prescription-grade skin care products and treatments, recommends these options to her patients:

For Stretch Marks:
Depending on the severity of stretch marks, improvement can be seen with use of topical products and/or the Titan™ procedure. Emu Oil is a highly moisturizing, natural skin softener with rejuvenating properties. It is recommended for use during and after pregnancy. Kojic acid and azelaic acid are both effective as lightening agents. By combing these topicals with Titan, a non-invasive procedure which reduces redness and improves elasticity, women can see results in as little as eight weeks.
For Discoloration:
Discoloration is a common side effect of pregnancy. It frequently appears on the face. Topicals that contain Kojic and/or azelaic acid can significantly improve skin discoloration. After pregnancy, retinA and hydroquinone can also safely be used for discoloration. For cases that require more intense treatment, Dr. Clinton recommends Pearl™ or Intense Pulse Light (IPL) therapy. Pearl combines the impact of resurfacing lasers with the gentleness and safety of non-invasive procedures to treat damaged skin. IPL passes through the top layer of skin and is selectively absorbed by brown, black or blue pigments particles within the skin. Those cells then break into miniscule particles that are removed by the body’s immune system.
For Loose Skin:
The Titan procedure is recommended to tighten the loose skin that remains after 9 months of pregnancy. While the procedure does not aid in weight loss, it does tighten the skin improving elasticity.

“It’s never too late to address skin issues related to pregnancy. Even if you had your children 20 or 30 years ago, you can still improve your skin’s tone and texture,” says Dr. Clinton.

On Friday April 25 Dr. Carol Clinton and her staff hosted the first Memorial Tournament BeFORE and After Celebration. Just like celebrities prepare months in advance for the Oscars, more than 200 women from around Central Ohio attended the celebration to prepare for the event of the summer, the Memorial Tournament. Dr. Clinton, the leading beauty doctor in Dublin, hosted the event to introduce new and current patients to the latest advancements in skin care and sun protection. Representatives from Allergan (Botox), Kinerase, Obagi and others provided procedure and product demonstrations while the Timeless Skin Solutions staff offered free patient consultations.

“This is the first Timeless Skin Solutions BeFORE and After Event. It’s to help people in Dublin get educated about skin care and to get their skin ready for the Memorial Tournament. We want to make sure their skin is protected when they’re out there in the sun,” says Dr. Clinton.

Those in attendance learned that if you’re going to be in the sun there are a couple different ingredients you need to look for in sun protection. Number one is micronized zinc and titanium. These ingredients are actually sunblocks. Then you want to look for the strongest UVA protection, which is protection from the AV rays of the sun. Once you get out in the sun, Vitamin C prevents collagen from breaking down.

In addition to educating attendants about sun protection, Dr. Clinton performed a unique demonstration. Patient, Donna Newman, volunteered her ear lobes for a simple ear lobe rejuvenation procedure using Restylane. This procedure which takes just minutes improves the appearance of ear lobes and makes it possible for women to once again wear the earrings they love and to enjoy up do’s and short haircuts. Results can be seen immediately. “One area that people think can’t be rejuvenated is the ear lobe. As we age, the ear lobes lose collagen just like other places of our body. But Restylane can plump them back up,” says Dr. Clinton.

Those in attendance also enjoyed more than $14,000 worth of gift bags and product and service giveaways. The grand prize winner, Julie Gregorie, won more than $6,000 worth of products and services.

See pictures here.

I am now one month into my Obagi Nu-Derm System for oily/normal skin with 0.1% Tretinoin and my skin has never looked better!

Now, I have to admit that at first these products put my skin through the ringer! The first 2 weeks my skin peeled, itched, and was a nice shade of pink. In fact, Dr. Clinton looked at me one day and said…”Allyson, have you been playing with the Chemical peels again?!”

By week 3, I began to see some lightening of my sun damage, as well as brighter quality to my skin tone. My skin was still tight, flaky and pink, but not quite so sensitive. I did a light SilkPeel with hyaluronic acid infusion to gently exfoliate the superficial dead cells, while hydrating the deeper layers of my skin. I also began using Kinerase ProTherapy Cream as the final step in my nighttime regimen in order to add a little bit of moisture back into my skin.

I have now been using the products for one month and my skin seems to be adjusting to my new Obagi routine. I still have some days where I am a little more dry and pink, and other days were my skin seems to be just fine. I have been using my Clarisonic Skin Brush with my cleanser in both the morning and evening which has really helped to gently exfoliate away any of the dead cells that are ready to come off the surface of my skin. The best part is that I am really seeing some great changes in my skin color and texture. I have definitely noticed a more even and clear color, as well as a silkiness that has never been there before. I have to say, I’m loving it!!!

For those of you who are just getting started with Obagi, here are a few recommendations I’d like to share from my experience over the past month.

1. Avoid using #2 (Exfoderm Forte) around the eye area. This product has a combination of alpha-hydroxy acids which has quite a bite when applied around the eye area where the skin is thin and delicate.

2. Use caution when applying Tretinoin (Retin-A) on or near the corners of your mouth and near the nasolabial folds. This tends to be an area of increased sensitivity, so don’t be surprised if you notice peeling and redness in this area first. It’s normal!

3. Don’t forget to extend your products to your neck! You want the improved color, texture and tone of your skin to flow evenly from your face to your neck.

4. Don’t skimp on your sunblock! You want to make sure you are using #6 Sunfader as the last step in your morning application every day, even when it is cloudy. I even go the extra step and use my La-Rosche Posay Anthelios SPF 15 moisturizer as the last step of my morning routine. Not only does this provide better protection against UVA rays which can penetrate through windows and clouds, but it also gives my skin a little extra moisture which it can definitely use while I am adjusting to the Retin-A.

That’s it for now. I’ll report back and let you know how I’m doing as things progress. I can’t wait to see what my skin looks like a few weeks from now!