Types of Makeup

Lipstick, lip gloss, lip liner, lip plumper, lip balm, lip volume, lip luster, lip conditioner and lip boosters.

Foundation, used to color the face and conceal flaws to produce an impression of health and youth. Usually a liquid, cream, powder or mousse.

Powder, used to set the foundation, giving a matte finish.

Rouge, blush or blusher, cheek stain used to color the cheeks and emphasize the cheekbones. This comes in powder, cream and gel forms.

Bronzer, used to create a more tan look to the skin.

Mascara and lash extender, lash conditioner used to enhance the eyelashes. Can be of different colors and even waterproof.

Eye liner and eye shadow, eye shimmer and glitter eye pencils as well as different color pencils used to color and emphasize the eyelids (larger eyes are a sign of youth).

Eyebrow pencils, creams, waxes, gels and powders are used to fill in and define the brows.

Nail polish, used to color the fingernails and toenails.

Concealer, a type of thick opaque makeup used to cover pimples, various spots and inconsistencies in the skin.

Also included in the general category of cosmetics are skin care products. These include creams and lotions to moisturize the face and body, sunscreens to protect the skin from damaging UV radiation, and treatment products to repair or hide skin imperfections (acne, wrinkles, dark circles under eyes, etc.). Cosmetics can also be described by the form of the product, as well as the area for application. Cosmetics can be liquid or cream emulsions; powders, both pressed and loose; dispersions; and anhydrous creams or sticks.

from: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Makeup

Macrolane

Macrolane - The first body shaping treatment using hyaluronic acid. It is based on Q-Med's unique patented NASHA™ technology (Stabilized Non-Animal Hyaluronic Acid) which has been used in over 9 million treatments in over 70 coutries worldwide. Use of NASHA has been clinically proven and well documented in facial aesthetics for over 10 years.

Macrolane VRF (Volume Restoration Factor) is available in two different formulations. The product range includes - Macrolane VRF 20 and Macrolane VRF 30. Each is designed to be tailored to your individual treatment needs, with VRF 30 providing increased volume than VRF 20. Your physician will discuss your treatment needs with you on consultation.

Macrolane - the first body shaping treatment using hyaluronic acid.
Macrolane is injected deep into the subcutis under local anaesthetic. Macrolane VRF comes in two formulations that can be injected seperately or in combination to ensure full correction and smoothness of the skin surface. The formulation and volume of Macrolane used (either VRF 20 or VRF 30) will be dependant on the individual and treatment area. Your physician will advise you at your consultation the most appropriate treatment procedure.

Benefits
Market research has shown there to be a significant number of women who would like to adjust the shape of their body in a natural, non-permanent way that does not involve the use of implants or body fat in a major surgical procedure. Many women are also very hesitant about undergoing general anesthesia or being left with a scar. With Macrolane, the procedure is short and requires only local anaesthetic and minimal time away from work or after-work activities. The below table illustrates some of the advantages of Macrolane over more invasive cosmetic surgery.

Top 5 reasons to avoid cosmetic surgery
Risk of general anaesthesia
Scars
General risk with all surgery
Hospitalisation and post-op recovery
'unnatural' substances in the body

Advantages of treatment with Macrolane
Local anaesthesia
Less invasive
Non-surgical procedure
No hospital stay needed, short recovery
Macrolane gel contains hyaluronic acid which is a natural component of our skin and plays an important part in skin health

Source: TDA/Q-Med focus groups in Rio de Janeiro and Madrid, 2006

Treatment Indication

Macrolane VRF is CE approved for volume restoration and contouring of body surfaces. The most common areas for which Macrolane is currently being used to treat include;
- Post liposuction concavities
- Calves
- Buttocks
- Male Chest Shaping (Pecs)

Botox

About Botox®

Imagine for a moment that you could get rid of those crows feet that stand out when you smile. Or maybe those frown lines between your eyebrows. Or the lines across your forehead. And imagine that you could do it without having surgery. None! Suppose it was not only safe, but it was easy. Does it sound impossible? Guess what. It's not only possible, but your friends are probably already doing it! How? The answer is one word... Botox®. Did you know that Botox® has been used to help millions of patients and is now the most common cosmetic procedure performed in America? If you try Botox®, you'll understand what all the excitement is about.
Top 10 Cosmetic Uses for Botox Soften Crow's Feet Remove frown lines between brows ("The 11's") Smooth the forehead Lift the brows Conceal "bunny lines" on the nose Smooth lip lines (or "smoker's lines") Prevent chin dimpling Lift the corners of the mouth Relax "bands" in the neck
Make you look less tired or angry

How does it work? Those wrinkles that you get from smiling or frowning or raising your eyebrows occur when the muscles bunch up the skin on top of it. If the part of the muscle that is bunching up the skin stays relaxed, you don't get the wrinkles. Botox® is a very safe medicine that temporarily relaxes a small part of a muscle. Dr. Marc Cohen or Dr. Nancy Swartz will give you a small injection right into the wrinkle. When you leave the office a few minutes later, no one can tell it was done. A few days later, you wake up, look into the mirror, and the wrinkles are GONE!

Okay, what's the catch? I guess there is one little catch. But it is not the cost! Believe it or not, that's not the catch, because it's not as expensive as you think. Many people get Botox® for as little as $300. Maybe you think it's not safe. You don't have to worry! Botox® has a 15 year proven safety record. And we have been using Botox® for fifteen years, longer than any other cosmetic surgeon in the Delaware Valley. With our skill and experience, we know just how to use it to get rid of your wrinkles without any problems. So what is the catch? Well the catch is... it doesn't last forever. It lasts on average for 3 to 6 months. But if you still don't want those wrinkles, you can just do it again. And, if you use Botox® regularly, it prevents wrinkles from forming, so you stay looking young. It's that simple. Can this really be true? Well, if you want to see the results, come in to our office. We love it so much, we use it ourselves!

Cosmetic Definition

Cosmetics (pronunciation: cosmetic (help·info)) are substances used to enhance or protect the appearance or odor of the human body. Cosmetics include skin-care creams, lotions, powders, perfumes, lipsticks, fingernail and toenail polishes, eye and facial makeup, permanent waves, colored contact lenses, hair colors, hair sprays and gels, deodorants, baby products, bath oils, bubble baths, bath salts, butters and many other types of products. Their use is widespread, especially among women in Western countries. A subset of cosmetics is called "make-up," which refers primarily to colored products intended to alter the user’s appearance. Many manufacturers distinguish between decorative cosmetics and care cosmetics.
The manufacture of cosmetics is currently dominated by a small number of multinational corporations that originated in the early 20th century, but the distribution and sale of cosmetics is spread among a wide range of different businesses. The U.S. FDA which regulates cosmetics in the United States[1] defines cosmetics as: "intended to be applied to the human body for cleansing, beautifying, promoting attractiveness, or altering the appearance without affecting the body's structure or functions." This broad definition includes, as well, any material intended for use as a component of a cosmetic product. The FDA specifically excludes soap from this category.