Puget Sound Cosmetic Laser

Has the rainy, …

nar27 — Tue, 21 Feb 2012 22:37:49 +0000

Has the rainy, gray weather got you down? Soon it will be spring and summer….time to show some skin. Are you ready? Our current crummy weather is the perfect time to be getting laser treatments. Don’t wait for the sun to get you motivated. Laser treatments for hair reduction and skin rejuvenation are not appropriate for recently tanned skin. Your best results come when skin is fair and hair is dark. Brown spots also respond better to treatment when skin is pale.

We can treat most areas with underarms, faces, bikini, and legs being very popular. Don’t wait until it is too late. Call me today for your complimentary consultation. Call 360-676-1111 for an appointment. We are located in the Barkley Village neighborhood at 2930 Newmarket St. #115.

Start the new year with Obagi’s Nu-Derm®

nar27 — Tue, 10 Jan 2012 19:45:53 +0000

Now that the new year is here, help set new skin care goals to look your best in 2012.

The Obagi^® Nu-Derm System can help give you a fresh start to achieve healthy, beautiful skin all year long.

Out with the old and in with the new
Nu-Derm promotes cellular turnover by replacing old damaged skin cells with fresh new ones, transforming the skin from the inside out:

Minimizes the signs of premature aging
Reduces future photodamage
Helps skin look and act younger and healthier

Find out more about the benefits of Nu-Derm. Call today for your private, personal complimentary appointment where we can discuss your aesthetic needs. 360-676-1111

My Best,

Nancy

Check out Obagi Blog

nar27 — Thu, 15 Dec 2011 20:55:51 +0000

http://www.obagi.com/patients/blog

Holiday Blues or Happiness?

nar27 — Thu, 08 Dec 2011 19:38:08 +0000

Winter is setting in. Are you ready for shorter days and cooler temperatures? A flurry of family visits and social festivities? An ever-growing holiday to-do list? The weeks ahead are exciting but they can be stressful, too. Try beating the holiday blues with a visit to Puget Sound Cosmetic Laser that will help you look better, feel better – and get through the season with a smile.

How about a Obagi Radiance Facial Peel to help perk up your complexion? Botox or fillers to help erase a little time? A new eye treatment to help camouflage the late nights? How about a photofacial that actually increases collagen and decreases signs of sun damage and aging?

I have several wonderful husbands and partners that are solving their gift-giving dilemmas this year with a gift certificate from Puget Sound Cosmetic Laser. They can be purchased in any amount and used for both products and services.

Call or e-mail me today and let me assist you in caring for yourself and others. Happy Holidays everyone:)

My Best,
Nancy
360-676-1111 or nar27@aol.com

Drab to Fall Fab

nar27 — Sun, 06 Nov 2011 00:59:56 +0000

You are most cordially invited to Puget Sound Cosmetic Laser’s Fab Fall event this Thursday November 10th. Our location is 2930 Newmarket St. #115. Bellingham, WA. in Barkley Village. Special prices, drawings, food, and special activities planned. Get ready for the holiday season NOW. Look and feel your VERY best. Hours- 2pm until 7pm. Please stop by for food and fun!

Puget Sound Cosmetic Laser has a new location

nar27 — Thu, 29 Sep 2011 23:52:24 +0000

Nancy's Mayan Riviera Vacation

Good afternoon! I just wanted to let everyone know that we have moved to a fabulous new location at 2930 Newmarket St. #115 in the Barkley Village neighborhood. I hope you check out our new digs very soon. We have a beautiful new office and are conveniently located near Barkley Haggens, Starbucks, Cuts Plus, and John L. Scott Real Estate. Our office is open Monday through Friday 9-5. I am still working Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday by appointment. Stop by and say hi! October Botox will be administered soon and appointments are filling quickly so give me a call so I can reserve a spot for you. (360-676-1111) Summer sun has given many of us a few more wrinkles and brown spots. Let me help you reverse these annoying signs of aging. Remember…don’t stop using your daily facial sunscreen just because we aren’t seeing so much of the sun now. It still is a vital part of your anti-aging routine.

My Best,
Nancy

Get Sun Savvy

nar27 — Tue, 03 May 2011 19:34:13 +0000

It’s time to get serious about sun protection. I just found an interesting site that analyzes your knowledge base when it comes to being sun savvy. There is a great survey and pictures that help us see what skin cancer can look like. I invite you to check it out and would love your feedback. Why do so many people think skin cancer only happens to other people? Is it something you think about? What are you doing to protect yourself and your family?

http://www.playsmartsun.org/

Puget Sound Cosmetic Laser carries amazing sunscreens by Obagi, Colorescience, and Neocutis. Let me recommend one that will work for you. If you like your sunscreen, using it is easy! Nothing magical about that, but oh so smart.

Nancy Repanich, RN

Healthy Skin

nar27 — Wed, 02 Feb 2011 20:28:10 +0000

I recently found some great ideas you may not have thought about on www.aolhealth.com. When it comes to skin, it seems endless factors influence its health and appearance. Have you considered the following?

Water hardness/softness determines how much and what kind of cleansers you should use. Susan H. Weinkle, a professor of dermatology at the University of Florida says, “Soft water doesn’t remove soap well, so it can leave a residue on your skin.” Thus, we should use much less soap or cleansers than are required with hard water. I tell my patients, “Count 25 splashes when washing soap/cleanser off your face.” When soap remains on our skin it can cause everything from dryness to irritation and breakouts.
Add green tea to your diet to help blotchy or red skin. If you have rosacea, try iced tea since hot beverages make rosacea worse for many. Research has also shown that the epigallocatechin gallate (try saying that fast ten times) in green tea is believed to help prevent collagen destruction which causes wrinkling and sun induced DNA damage.
Don’t forget the damage stress does to our bodies. When we are stressed, the body produces more cortisol, which can lead to oilier skin and a decreased ability to fight off acne producing bacteria. Shouldn’t we all be working on decreasing stress in our lives? Find that special or even everyday healthy activity that leads you to your “happy place”. It can be as simple as daily walks, reflecting on what is good in your life or even just slow, mindful breathing. Controlling stress doesn’t have to be hard. We just make it that way!
If you are having issues with breakouts or irritation around your mouth, try switching to plain toothpaste. Added flavors, tartar control, and even fluoride for some individuals can cause problems. Try some time off and use a very basic paste. When resolved, get back on a basic fluoride toothpaste.
Finally, be sure to get the recommended 8-10 glasses of water daily. Well hydrated skin looks and feels so much healthier! Flavor your water with a lemon or orange slice if you’d like but stay away from soda, too much coffee, fruit juice, and alcohol.

My best to all of you, Nancy

New Year: New You Special

nar27 — Tue, 18 Jan 2011 22:13:14 +0000

We are nearing the end of January and I’m wondering how many people have made a New Year’s resolution regarding their skin. If this is an area of concern for you, you are reading the right blog! I would love to help you transform your skin. One of the tools in my handy arsenal is the uber popular and effective skin care line called Obagi.

This skin care line makes changes at a cellular level that really make a difference in how your skin looks and acts. My patients love it!

Good news….stock up or get started now. I’ve got a great sale going and even gifts with purchase. Call me today at Puget Sound Cosmetic Laser (360-676-1111) and we can start or continue your transformation. No kidding!!!! Make this your year to look and feel your best.

Regards, Nancy

Sugar and Skin

nar27 — Wed, 03 Nov 2010 23:05:59 +0000

I came across a great article by Dermalogica that reminded me again of the adage, ” You are what you eat.” We all know how seductive and addictive sugar can be but did you know that sugar impacts the function and quality of skin?

“Collagen, essential to skin strength and elasticity, is a protein. A diet rich in sugar can create excess waste products in the form of glucose. Instead of “burning off,” this glucose (sugar) attaches to proteins in our skin. This process is classified as glycation, and leads to the formation of Advanced Glycation End-products (AGEs), which increases inflammation in the body. Inflammation breaks down collagen and leads to the loss of elasticity: in laymen’s terms, this means wrinkles, sagging and loss of tone.”1

Let’s recommit to watching for hidden sugars by reading labels and limiting refined sugars in our diets. Instead, fellow healthy aging warriors, let’s add more fruits, vegetables, and whole grains now that we know what’s good for our waistline is also good for our skin!

If you would like a personal consultation with me, Nancy Repanich, RN, please call 360-676-1111. I offer complimentary visits where we can discuss your concerns in a private, comfortable environment. Many options are available to help your skin improve so you can look and feel your best. I look forward to hearing from you!

1 “skin reporter, dermalogica thinks skin, volume 8″