Monthly Archives: October 2020

Back Acne?

Back with acne and hand scratching

Back Acne?   Chemical peels have often shown to help acne and certain types of scarring from acne. Strong chemical peels containing glycolic acid, salicylic acid, and other hydroxyl acids can be used to treat acne scarring. This method can

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Neuropathy and Massage

Foot massage for neuropathy question banner

Massage therapy can be beneficial if you have neuropathy — numbness, tingling or pain — in your hands and feet. The whole point is to try to increase circulation in the areas that might experience neuropathy. Call 480-540-7555 to schedule

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What is Sciatica?

Sciatica nerve and typical leg pain regions

Sciatica is the term used to refer to pain along the sciatic nerve, which extends from your lower back, through your hips and buttocks, and down each leg. Sciatica typically affects only one side of your body and can range in

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Lactic & TCA Peels…

Before and after rosacea treatment

TCA & LACTIC ACID PEELS AT APEELING FACES – CALL 480-540-7555 TO SCHEDULE:   Specially formulated to treat maturing skin, Ultra Peel® is also appropriate for many other skin types, conditions, and sensitivities. It helps improve the appearance of fine

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Scarring is very personal…

Close-up of cheek with severe acne scarring

Scarring is very personal…   When a wound heals, it may eventually turn into a scar. Facial scars come in numerous forms and may be caused by injuries, acne, burns, or surgery. Since your face is constantly exposed to the

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Cupping Therapy

Therapist applying silicone cupping on lower back

Cupping increases blood circulation to the area where the cups are placed. This may relieve muscle tension, which can improve overall blood flow and promote cell repair. It may also help form new connective tissues and create new blood vessels

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TMJ Syndrome

Lateral skull with temporalis and masseter muscles

Everyone has TMJ or the Temporomandibular Joinit — when there is pain in the area it is called TMJ Syndrome. The temporomandibular joint or TMJ acts like a sliding hinge, connecting your jawbone to your skull. Dysfunction can lead to

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Retin-A vs. Retinols

Infographic comparing retinoid, retinol, and Retin-A

Retin-A vs. retinal vs. retinol: The simple explanation   With all the incredible benefits they offer, you may be wondering which type of retinoid is right for you. When you look at the differences in Retin-A, retinal, and retinol, it

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What Vitamin C is best for wrinkles?

Bar graph: PCA SKIN delivers 4.4x vitamin C

How do I know what Vitamin C product is best for wrinkles and fine lines? What to look for in a vitamin C serum. Form: Vitamin C can appear on the ingredient label as several different names, but the one

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Arthritis: Osteoarthritis vs. Rheumatoid

Healthy, osteoarthritis, and rheumatoid knee joints

Arthritis is the swelling and tenderness of one or more of your joints. The main symptoms of arthritis are joint pain and stiffness, which typically worsen with age. The most common types of arthritis are osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis. Both

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