Skin Perfection - Center for Aesthetics

Tucked into lovely Upper Gwynedd Township, just around the corner from Blue Bell is a secret.  It’s a destination – found by models from New York City and Philadelphia, and clients from as far away as Scranton, Chester County and New Jersey as well.  Yes, and it’s true — even people from Washington, DC — can’t say who they are — we maintain confidentiality!

Yet I still hear the phrase from clients who stumble on this oasis of caring, listening, and over-the-top results … “Wow! I didn’t know you were here!”

Now you know.

Welcome home.

James C. Fairfield, MD

Can coloring, processing hair cause thinning for women?

Yes, but not in the way most think.  The diameter of individual hairs is unaffected.  The problem comes from hair breakage — leading to the appearance of hair thinning — especially if the breakage is close to the scalp.

If so, how?

The sulfur bonds in the hair shafts are broken — leading to weakening and brittleness of the hair shaft.  Repeated combing and manipulation then breaks the hair — much like a wire bent too often.

What are “safer,” organic or natural options to color,

In general, non-permanent coloration is best.

What about curling my hair?

Avoid excessive heat with curlers and irons, using larger curlers, going for a wave rather than tight curls.

Can I cover gray without damaging my hair?

Covering gray is best done with tints — again of the non-permanent variety, leaving the sulfur bonds intact.

 

 Don’t forget — direct and prolonged exposure to summer sun also bleaches and weakens hair — contributing to brittleness and breakage.

 

James C. Fairfield, MD

Have you taken advantage of our buy one get one free specials yet?  If not, hurry in or call Renee, Jackie, or Nicole to hear what it’s all about!  Choose from: Fantasy Tan Airbrush Tanning, Crystal-free Microdermabrasion, Botox, and Sclerotherapy. Deadline is July 31st!  Don’t miss out on this awesome summer promotion! 

Looking forward to seeing you in the office

Lavonne

P.S. Don’t forget to ask about our gift with purchase specials too!

Plagued by a “turkey neck”?  Has your face sagged – producing jowls?  Do you put your hands on your face and PULL UP – wishing your skin would just stay there?

Well, now it’s possible through a wonderful office procedure we call the Aesthetic Quick Lift.  Based on the traditional S-Lift, I’ve modified it to lift more – and to hide the already hard-to-see scar lines even better!

Our clients enjoy an immediate 10 to 15 year reduction in how old they look in one fell swoop!

Stay tuned for some amazing before and after photos on this site – our webmaster’s working like mad to get them up – but in the meantime YOU should know this is available NOW.

Give us a call, come in, and see if the Aesthetic Quick Lift is right for you.

At the forefront of the crusade against looking too old, too soon!!

James C. Fairfield, MD

Now introducing FANTASY TAN Airbrush Tanning

The most realistic Sunless Tan featured in popular magazines World Wide!

Don’t be fooled by imitations – no orange color or streaking!  This tan is as real as it gets. 

Stop by or call to set up your appointment!

 

Lavonne

You see ads and offers for whiz bang fractionating lasers and wonder – do they mean Fraxel?  Are they the same thing?  The answer is a resounding “No”! 

You see, so many doctors and spas are noticing the interest in cosmetic procedures that many laser companies have responded to make it easy for anybody to offer what sounds like the latest and greatest in technology.

A skin expert will make the investment in the real deal – such as the actual Fraxel SR 1500.  Those who wish to take shorcuts will buy what is essentially a “box” with many handpieces available – in order not to invest in the lasers these handpieces imitate.  In the case of Fraxel, they’ll buy a “fractionating handpiece” and claim it’s as good and produces the same results.

Well, imitation is a form of flattery.  Unfortunately, for the consumer these devices simply can’t produce the same results and in fact – often produce circles and stripes – or worse yet - burns.  To top it off many operate at wavelengths not considered fractional at all.  But, it’s great marketing!

The true Fraxel is a device capable of being individualized to each client’s needs, operates safely and uniformly, and delivers outstanding results!

My advice?  Go with the real deal and not the imitation.

The same goes for the doctor pitching cosmetic procedures.  It’s in your best interests to consult a doctor with specialty training in skin.  How can I say that?  I’m Board Certified in both Family Practice and Dermatology and believe me there’s a world of difference in training and understanding of what’s best for your skin.

My advice is the same – trust your skin and its wellness to the real deal!  You deserve it!

James C. Fairfield, MD