FEATURE STORY

Introducing Emsculpt:
Build Muscle & Burn Fat!

By: Debbie Pierceall, Development Director and Gail Young, Licensed Massage Therapist

Sometimes, no matter how hard we diet and work out, we can't contour our bodies the way we would like. Imagine being able tone your abs and buttocks, burn fat, and build muscle without going to the gym OR having invasive surgery. Emsculpt has arrived just in time to get your spring and summer bodies ON!

Emsculpt is a revolutionary body sculpting procedure that lifts and tones without surgery. One 30-minute treatment with Emsculpt is the equivalent of doing 20,000 squats or crunches. Yes, you read that correctly...20,000! You could never get that in a 30-minute workout. It only requires four treatments, two times per week for two weeks, and there’s no discomfort and no downtime.  Some people describe how they feel the next day saying “It’s like I had a good workout the day before.”  This amazing machine even has a lactic acid flush that helps eliminate the chance of excessive soreness. Results can last up to a year based on several factors, including your activity level and nutritional practice.  Most people prefer to have some maintenance treatments every six months or so, based on which season it is, upcoming vacations, etc.

You may be wondering how Emsculpt works so well. Never before has there been a machine that can actually BUILD MUSCLE!!  While most other body contouring treatments only target unwanted fat, Emsculpt works on the both the fat AND the muscle. The process works by targeting highly focused energy directly to the muscle. You can see in the above video how this energy forces the muscles to contract in a way they wouldn't do simply through exercise. This forces the muscle tissue to adapt and BUILD MUSCLE.  The results are in – you can achieve a 16 percent increase in muscle tone and as an added bonus, lose fat – up to 19 percent based on the latest research from BTL Industries.

Imagine what you could do with this treatment and then think about what would happen if you combined it with our other body contouring treatments? It would be a new body and a new you!

As with all of our body contouring treatments, we require a consultation beforehand - but those are FREE, so what are you waiting for!? Call us today and take advantage of our special introductory promotion of four treatments for $3000. As an added bonus, if you want to do your abdomen, you can bring a friend and both enjoy the treatment for the same price!  Unbelievable! 479-254-9662, Option 2.

The Skin Solution: Your One-Stop Shop For All Skin Conditions

By: Kendall Key, PA-C

The Skin Solution at Hull Dermatology and Aesthetics is a great boutique where you can find products for just about every skin condition imaginable. I feel really lucky to have this store so close by; my medical patients don't have to drive across town in order to get a high-quality skin cleanser, and my aesthetics patients have the best medical-grade skin care around.

Below, I am going to discuss several of the more common skin conditions I encounter as a Physician Assistant at Hull and what products from the Skin Solution are complementary to their treatment.

Sensitive/eczema prone skin Patients dealing with eczema and sensitive skin are in a very difficult situation when it comes to figuring out which products are going to help their condition and which ones may aggravate it. A few of these products can help to eliminate the confusion.

• Vanicream product line The Vanicream line of skin care products is for people who need, or want, to avoid many of the common chemical irritants found in ordinary skin care products. These products are free of dyes, fragrance, formaldehyde, lanolin, and parabens. Vanicream products may be used by those with sensitive skin and are ideal for use by the entire family. If you have skin that reacts to EVERYTHING, this is the product line for you.
• Free and Clear product line If you struggle with sensitive scalp or have scalp irritation that may be causing your hair to be brittle and dry, the Free and Clear line of products are formulated for you. Made by the same company that makes Vanicream products, Free and Clear is designed for those with allergens to common ingredients in everyday shampoos, conditioners, hair sprays, and gels. These products make it easy to find something that you KNOW won't aggravate your skin, versus wandering up and down aisles hoping for a new solution.

Isotretinoin (Accutane) patients  Isotretinoin patients are very unique in that their skin is under a lot of stress from the excessive dryness of their lips and skin.

• Avene product line Rich, nourishing creams and cleansers help minimize appearance of redness while boosting skin's natural defenses that have been compromised from drying and irritating acne treatments. Clinically shown to alleviate symptoms like swelling, flaking and dryness in 7 days. Ideal for use in conjunction with acne treatments.
• SkinCeuticals Antioxidant Lip Repair This emollient treatment helps to improve environmental damage, while smoothing and refining the lip's surface and is truly a GAMECHANGER for my isotretinoin patients. Next to Vaseline or Aquaphor, this lip repair hydrates, smooths, and soothes dry cracking lips.
• Elta Lip Balm This creamy, long-lasting moisturizing sunscreen soothes and protects dry, chapped and sun-exposed lips. EltaMD UV Lip Balm contains 5% Hydromanil™ for immediate and long-term moisturization. Powerful UV protection and a super hydrating power make EltaMD UV Lip Balm the ideal protector for all skin types and lifestyles.

Acne This day and age, there is a sheet mask for every skin ailment or some “quick fix” for acne that your friend's mother's sister is selling. Unlike those, with the products below you know that you are using high- quality products for your acne-prone skin and in some cases, may treat it all together.

• Avene products as mentioned previously.
• Gly/Sal, Lactifoam, and AHA/BHA cleansers These light alphahydroxy acid-based cleansers are great sensitive exfoliation for acneic skin. These cleansers are gentle enough to be used alone or in combination with topical acne treatments. 
• Benazderm wash This benzoyl peroxide-based wash is great for acne on the chest, back and face. Recommended use is typically 2-3 times per week when using in combination with other acne medications, or daily use if using alone.
• Clenziderm skincare system by Obagi The CLENZIderm M.D. System includes three products for use in the morning and evening to help clear up your acne and prevent future breakouts. It works by utilizing uniquely formulated 5% benzoyl peroxide (BPO) to target acne at the source, deep down in the pores. The kit includes the Daily Care Foaming Cleanser with 2% salicylic acid, the Pore Therapy toner with 2% salicylic acid, and the Therapeutic Lotion with 5% benzoyl peroxide. This is a great skin care system that can be used by patients of all ages.
• Accumax Skin Supplements by Jane Iredale Skin Accumax is a nutritional supplement designed to promote healthy skin in order to help clear non-cystic acne and improve problem skin in general. This daily oral supplement is suitable for all skin types and works from the inside to improve the quality of skin throughout the body. The supplements are a blend of specific vitamins with diindolylmethane (DIM), a phytonutrient identified in cruciferous vegetables (or those dark green veggies we may not get enough of.) This precise concentration of active ingredients has a powerful effect on the health and look of the skin. Maximum benefits are seen with four capsules a day with food for a minimum of 14 weeks. This supplement is not suitable for those pregnant/breastfeeding/planning to become pregnant, under medical supervision, or those under 16 years of age.

Anti-aging Where to begin...at the Skin Solution, we have numerous brands such as SkinMedica, SkinCeuticals, and Biopelle. These medical-grade skin care product lines utilize the best scientifically formulated ingredients to insure you get the best results. In order to determine which particular products are best for you, make a complementary skin analysis and product consultation with Audrey and discover which products are going to be best for your skin concern, your stage of life, and your skin type.

Sun protection We offer several great physical block sunscreens from SkinMedica, SkinCeuticals, EltaMD, Obagi, and Blue Lizard. All of these products offer different benefits for different skin types and concerns. I am a HUGE fan of Elta 46, which comes in a light tint or clear color and offers exceptional UVA/UVB and infrared protection. This particular product is wonderful for acne, rosacea, and hyperpigmentation prone skin. Guys really like this product because it is not greasy and is odorless.

Just to summarize, guys...we have a SOLUTION to just about every skin concern you may have or may want to treat. The next time you're around Hull Dermatology and Aesthetics or have an extra minute, stop in and explore what we have to offer.

Working at Hull Dermatology for the last six months has been so wonderful! I have been warmly welcomed by my fellow teammates and I’ve had much pleasure getting to know our patients. I have grown so much as a skincare professional.

I began my career in the Aesthetics field nearly nine years ago. As long as I can remember, I have always had a passion for skincare and beauty. Growing up in hair salons, my mother would always give me facials and I remember how much I loved it! Naturally, that’s where my passion for skincare began.

My main goal as an Aesthetician is to be in tune with every patient’s skincare goals and always do my best to help them feel great! That is why my favorite service to provide is facials because I can educate our patients about the importance of proper skincare, along with giving a relaxing escape. Facials are an amazing way to relax but are also a major part of preventative and corrective skincare! Along with facials, I offer all other basic skincare services, including; chemical peels, dermaplaning, full body waxing, and laser hair removal.

My favorite time of the year is spring. It is the time of the year to show off your glowing, healthy (& hairless) skin! Here at Hull Aesthetics, we offer everything you need to shed the winter skin. Remember that our Spring Open House is right around the corner. and be sure to check back for specials and packages to bring back your springtime glow!

If you would like to book with me for a wax, a facial, or any of the other treatments I offer, give us a call at 479-254-9662, Option 2. 

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