Natural Anti Aging

LED and Green Tea for Wrinkles

The latest natural anti aging skin treatment research for getting rid of wrinkles has been done by German researchers using a lotion made of green tea extract and high intensity light exposure (also known as LEDs), something they believe could replace cosmetic surgery procedures such as Botox.

Their research found that wrinkles were found to be reduced when Andrei P. Sommer and Dan Zhu when they placed a potent antioxidant called epigallocatechin gallate – derived from green tea extract and exposed the skin to intense LED light.  The exposure to LED light activates the manufacture of increased levels of reactive oxygen species known to damage cells.  This was done on a daily basis for several months.  The result was that facial wrinkles decreased when exposed to the high intensity light-emitting diodes (LEDs).

Before receiving the LED anti aging skin treatment, the test subject had a lotion made of green tea extract smoothed on the face for 20 minutes.  It was found that this produced results 10 times more quickly than just receiving the LED light by itself.  The results show the skin showed “less pronounced wrinkle levels, shorter wrinkle valleys and a juvenile complexion.”  This sounds very promising and something most people would rather have than invasive cosmetic procedures such as Botox, etc.

The researcher Mr. Sommer said, “There is a flood of LED devices in the market.  A few operate in the range found by us to be effective.” He also said they used a device that was professionally designed for wound healing and pain alleviation by military personnel.

It is already known that green tea extract and LED treatments are regularly used as anti aging skin treatments, however, one of the problems with LED treatments is the inconvenience of having to go to an anti aging clinic or doctor’s office everyday.  To make things easier and more practical for patients, they should buy at home-use LED device.

If you would like to read more about the natural anti aging health benefits of green tea, please read our article entitled “Green Tea Health Benefits – (I Don’t Know Why You Don’t Drink Green Tea)”.  We also have many product reviews on natural organic products for your skin and hair that contain green tea extract.  Green tea is one of the most beneficial natural anti aging products available today.  Drink it regularly and use some of the wonderful organic green tea anti aging moisturizers available on the market on your skin to prevent the signs of aging.

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Anti Aging Cosmetic Procedures - Juvederm

Another option for you to consider in regards to anti aging cosmetic surgery is the product Juvederm.  A friend I know just had a Juvederm procedure for her nasal labial folds which softens the smile lines that run from the side of your nose to just below your mouth.  She looked younger, like she had had a restful vacation full of sun, fun and total rest and relaxation.  She had the Juvederm procedure done on a Friday afternoon and was back at work on Monday.  It softened her whole look.  This is her new beauty secret, told only to me.  The anti-aging procedure cost her $500.  She told me that the doctor told her that it should last her for 7 months to one year.

Juvederm is a cosmetic surgery procedure which can be used in the frown lines, the smile lines, the vertical lip lines, for crow’s feet, cheek volume, lip volume, lines around the mouth and for chin and jaw volume.  It adds volume to reduce the appearance of wrinkles, lips and thinning skin, all results of hormonal changes, sun exposure, aging and the decline of collagen in our bodies. We already know that as we age, collagen and the hyaluronic acid in our bodies decreases and it is possible to replace these with supplements.  Cosmetic surgery fillers such as Juvederm, Botox, and Restylane, to name a few, can also help with this problem.  It is known that Hyaluronic acid cosmetic injections can also help with stimulating collagen production.

Juvederm is a patented technology called HYLACROSS that produces a smooth and consistent, replenishing injectable gel.  This technology produces very natural results.  It is also the first HA gel to demonstrate its effectiveness for all skin tones and its safety.  It consists of hyaluronic acid which is a natural occurring sugar in your body.  If you would like to read more about hyaluronic acid, please check our article on hyaluronic acid here by following the link.

What to expect at your doctor’s office?  Well, to begin with, there is no downtime which is important for the busy woman.  The doctor will give you either a topical or injectable anesthesia to numb any possible pain to the area to be treated.  The Juvederm is eased under the skin where the wrinkles or folds need to be filled.  It’s that simple.  You should avoid any strenuous exercise, alcoholic beverages, and exposure to freezing temperatures or to the sun for the first 24 hours after your Juvederm treatment.  In other words take it easy.  This whole process in the doctor’s office should take about 15 minutes to one half hour.  You will instantly see the results.  You may need a touch up appointment to get an optimal result.  As far as side effects are concerned, they are mild to moderate in nature and lasting less than seven days.  These side effects could include tenderness, bruising and redness which can be covered up with makeup.

There comes a time when we will need to get an anti aging cosmetic surgery.  Juvederm is one of products available for you.  There are other products also available such as Restylane, microdermabrasion, Botox, photofacials, Artesense, Radiesse, and Teosyal which can be read about in our article on anti aging cosmetic surgery. Find a cosmetic filler you like and check with your cosmetic surgery doctor for more information to find out which product he supports.  It’s all up to you.

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