Tag Archives: vitamin c

Incredible Vitamin A for the skin and in the skincare

Posted on 23. May, 2011 by .

Vitmain A is a dominant vitamin of the skin because it has fundamental role in control of normal activities of the skin cells. Vitamin A is of great importance in controlling normal activities of the DNA of the nucleus of the cell as well as mitochondria (powerhouse of the cell). Vitamin A is normally found…

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Best Facial in Boston 2010 by InStyle Magazine

Posted on 27. Oct, 2010 by .

“After steaming pores at the city’s top spas, aesthetician Natalie Maibenko went solo a few years ago and opened up her tranquil South End skin studio. Shunning harsh ingredients in her anti-aging facials, she packs vitamin A and C into her peels and serums to erase fine lines, reduce pigmentation, and boost collagen production.”

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Best Facial in Boston 2009 by Improper Bostonian Magazine

Posted on 06. Jul, 2009 by .

Unique Verve was nominated for Boston’s Best Facial 2009 by Improper Bostonian Magazine. “Natalie Maibenko’s vitamin-enriched facial at Unique Verve (a South End gem) combine pampering practices with results-oriented techniques that not only feel good, but leave your skin vastly improved over the long term. Maibenko’s touch is light and her aromatherapy potions heavenly, so…

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Antioxidants and Vitamins in Skincare Products and Facials for Youthful Skin Facials in Boston

Posted on 11. May, 2009 by .

Antioxidants are substances that prevent oxidation damage to cells. The highest concentration of antioxidants in the body is contained in the epidermal layer (first layer; dermis is second layer) of the skin, forming a protective barrier for the living dermal layer and the internal body. With age and environmental damage, the concentration of antioxidants in the…

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How Does Pigmentation Occur and How To Treat It?

Posted on 28. Apr, 2009 by .

 Pigment melanin gives our skin protection against harmful ultraviolet rays. Melanin production can increase or decrease beyond normal, creating a change in the skin color.  The overproduction of melanin, or hyperpigmentation (dark spots), is related to sun exposure (direct sunlight and artificial sunlight), acne scarring, hormonal changes, nutritional deficiency or prescription drugs. The problem with hypopigmentation (white…

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