Sunscreens, Skincare & More
Not long ago, we were asking ourselves when it was appropriate to start using anti-aging products. Now, it seems we have moved onto “prejuvenation”, a term which refers to undergoing cosmetic procedures like Botox and facial fillers before signs of aging appear on the skin. This trend which combines prevention and rejuvenation is particularly appealing… Read more »
It seems that more and more people are embracing the #NoMakeup movement, a natural transition from the #NoFilter trend. Perhaps it would be more accurate to say that celebrities and the public in general are embracing the empowering feeling of posting selfies without makeup on. #NoMakeup is not without its “grey” areas. Some consider it… Read more »
We’re not opposed to trying new products and procedures for the sake of research in our never-ending search for anti-aging treatments that are backed by science and have shown some tangible results but some crazy trends in 2016 left us literally speechless in disbelief. Here are three that we hope to have seen the last… Read more »
There is some debate over the true meaning of anti-aging and depending on who you ask, you will get many different answers. The Merriam-Webster dictionary takes a medical viewpoint and defines anti-aging as “used or tending to prevent or lessen the effects of aging.” This could include the detection, prevention and treatment of age-related diseases…. Read more »
For the majority of us, winter break is spent at home in a time-honored tradition of meals and get-togethers with family and friends. However, there are those who choose to swap cozy evenings in front of the fire with warm days on the beach, much to the envy of many of us! If you’re heading… Read more »
The latest statistics on melanoma are disheartening: in the United States, it is the rarest form of skin cancer, accounting for only 2% of all cases and yet is responsible for 75% of all skin cancer deaths every year. These sobering facts only reinforce the need for education about prevention (with daily broad-spectrum sunscreen use),… Read more »
Over the past 10 years, Botox has evolved from being the cosmetic procedure of choice for the rich-and-famous to the most popular non-invasive way of looking young for us “regular” folks. In recent years, Botox has become an increasingly common injectable for millennials – adults aged 18-35 – as a preventive anti-aging measure. Perhaps it’s… Read more »
PhaMix may be best known as your source for Anthelios sunscreens with Mexoryl and effective, science-based skin care lines like Apothekari, Neostrata and La Roche Posay, but we also have an extensive “medicine cabinet” which includes the Stork Conception Kit, an innovative, home-use device that helps with becoming pregnant. Whether you are just starting on… Read more »
Since the introduction of botox to get rid of wrinkles, skin care companies have been working fast and furious to find a viable, topical alternative for those of us who prefer a less expensive and less invasive option. Injectable botox involves delivering botulinum toxin type A deep into the tissues in order to ‘paralyze’ the… Read more »
Sometimes skincare questions come fast and furious from our customers who, like us, want to make sure that their products are effective and suitable for their individual needs. Here are a few of the latest: 1. Is there anything in Preparation H Cream that would thin the skin? As far as we can tell, Preparation… Read more »
If you’re wondering if lightning can strike the same place twice, the answer is yes, and in the cosmetic dermatology world, the doctor who discovered the wrinkle-erasing properties of Botox may have just hit the jackpot again with Belkyra, an injectable drug used to treat double chins that, for all intents and purposes, melts fat… Read more »
Curious what PhaMix customers are asking about? Here are a few recent queries and answers: 1. I was diagnosed with Bacterial Vaginosis (BV) a month ago and prescribed a one time dose of antibiotics. A month later I’ve still tested positive for BV. Now I’ve been prescribed a week- long dosage of the same antibiotics…. Read more »
Earlier this month, Hawaii state lawmakers passed a bill that would ban the sale of sunscreens containing oxybenzone and octinoxate, chemicals that have been found to harm coral reefs. And if signed into law by Hawaii’s Governor, David Ige, sunscreens containing those ingredients will no longer be sold in stores in the state by July… Read more »