Large Pores: Can You Blame the City?

One of the issues brought up at the LIERAC/NewBeauty panel event a few months ago was that of enlarged pores...and what to do about them! An attendee wanted to know if she could attribute the increase in her pore size to the polluted air of NYC. The bottom line? Dr. Goldberg says it's not the case. So, what can we do to shrink the size of our pores?

The experts weighed in, and the concensus was that a proper skincare routine, including, regular exfoliation, is key. Catherine Raubiet explained that there are two main types of exfoliation that can help the complexion - mechanical and chemical. Mechanical exfoliation includes small beads or crystals and the actual rubbing of the skin with our fingers. Chemical exfoliation, on the other hand, uses acids (such as glycolic acid) to peel away the layers of dead skin cells. Dr. Goldberg added, as well, that there are now lasers available that directly act to shrink the oil glands, thereby making pores appear smaller.

Watch the discussion below!

Weigh in: do you exfoliate regularly?

5 Steps to a Royal Glow: Get Kate Middleton's Skin Now!

Photo Credit: Daily Mail

It's official: Prince William and Kate Middleton are soon to be husband and wife (on April 29th!). This exciting news has us thinking about Kate's fresh-faced beauty and how her healthy glow could be achieved by us all. Want to know how we think you could get her flawless complexion? Read on!

1. Use High Peel Concentrate to help gently peel away dead skin cells. The formula uses time-released Hydroxy-Acids that help to fight damage while leaving the skin healthy, hydrated, and smooth.

2. Moisturize with Crème Mésolift Anti-Aging Radiance Cream. Rich in vitamins A, C, E, B5, and B6, minerals, Hyaluronic Acid, and citrus AHAs, this product helps to boost the radiance of the complexion, energizing, smoothing and toning the skin.

3. Exfoliate with Micro-Abrasion Exfoliating Smoothing Cream. Micro-Abrasion uses alumina crystals to exfoliate the skin deep-down, removing dead cell debris and aiding in cell turnover.

4. Treat your lips and the surrounding area with Cohérence Lèvres Age-Defense Lip Cream. This lip treatment is formulated with ASC III Collagen Accelerating Vectors that stimulate collagen production, filling in lines or wrinkles.

5. Make sure to get enough sleep each night and stay hydrated throughout the day. At night, while we're sleeping, our skin experiences the greatest degree of cell turnover, which helps to keep our complexions looking fresh. Make sure to listen when you're told to get your "beauty sleep!" It is also important to drink lots of water throughout the day. When we drink water, we work to ward off any surface dehydration, which could leave the skin looking dull.

Weigh in: what do you think of Kate's effortless beauty?

We can't wait to see which designer's dress she wears on the big day! Regardless, she'll look great, no doubt!

Your Questions About Hyperpigmentation, Answered

In this week's video, Dr. Goldberg explains that there are different types of hyperpigmentation, and different types of bleaching agents... You just have to find what is right for you!

Dr. Goldberg Answers: "Which Facial Is Right for Me?"

With all different types of facials around these days, it is sometimes hard to determine which one is right for an individual's particular needs. Lucky for those in attendance at last month's LIERAC/NewBeauty panel event, one audience member asked dermatologist Dr. David Goldberg to clarify the differences between two main types of facials - photofacials and fractional facials.

So, you might ask yourself, which facial is right for me?

Dr. Goldberg explained that photofacials use an intense pulsed light source to help treat brown spots, redness, and brighten overall skin complexion. Fractional facials, on the other hand, use lasers that are meant to specifically target wrinkles (reduce their appearance).

Watch Dr. Goldberg talk facials in the video below!

Hope you enjoyed!

Lipo and lasers and tucks, oh my!

Confused about the difference between Liposuction, SmartLipo, VelaShape, and tummy tucks? Don't know what's best for you? Watch on and find out! This video features Dr. Sharon Giese, Board Certified Cosmetic Surgeon, and Dr. David Goldberg, Board Certified Dermatologist.

Botox or Juvederm - what's right for you?

The Lierac team is still talking about our panelist event a few weeks ago with NewBeauty Magazine, and we've been wanting to share all the amazing information we learned with those of you who couldn't make it!

We sorted through the videos we took of our fabulous panelists, and we now hold in our hands the answers to all of your beauty questions - from wrinkles to cellulite to crooked smiles, these doctors covered it all, and we're excited to share with you!

We'll be posting a new topic every Thursday, and this week we're starting with Dr. David Goldberg, Board Certified Dermatologist, who explains the difference between Botox and Juvederm... Enjoy!

LIERAC Paris and NewBeauty Magazine Event

On Thursday October 14th, we were excited to join forces with NewBeauty magazine to host an informative event at our flagship location, Phyto Universe, on 58th and Lexington. Despite the evening's "Nor-Easter," we had a wonderful turnout!

The evening centered around a panel discussion moderated by NewBeauty's Katrina Haug-Brown entitled "Advances in Cosmetic Medicine." Prominent industry experts in the fields of: dermatology - Dr. David Goldberg, plastic surgery - Dr. Sharon Giese, and cosmetic dentistry - Dr. Timothy Chase, as well as our very own Education Director, Catherine Raubiet, answered tons of questions from the audience.

Most of the questions asked were collected ahead of time, but some audience members had the opportunity to ask their questions live. Topics discussed ranged from wrinkles, Botox, and liposuction, to scar improvement and teeth correction. We learned that lasers can be used to treat wrinkles, skin doesn't have to become more sensitive once spots are removed, gum lifts can be performed to help treat "gummy" smiles, and there is a big difference between Juviderm (a sugar substance that just fills in) and Botox.

Raffle prizes included: a FREE consultation and 10% off of a service at Dr. David Goldberg's office, a $150 gift bag of LIERAC bestsellers, 3 NewBeauty totes brimming with their magazine, TestTube, and fragrance box.

Prior to, and after the roundtable, guests mixed and mingled with the doctors one-on-one while enjoying Le Poisson wine and hors d'oeuvres.

L-R: Jacqueline Flam-Stokes (Director of Marketing & Sales, Brand Manager), Louise Coolick (Beauty Director of NewBeauty), Dr. David Goldberg, Dr. Timothy Chase, Dr. Sharon Giese, Jenna Muller (Director of Communications for LIERAC Paris)

The atmosphere at Phyto Universe

The panel: Dr. Sharon Giese, Dr. Timothy Chase, Dr. David Goldberg, Catherine Raubiet

Catherine Raubiet answering a guest's question

Audience at the panel discussion

Guests mingling at the cocktail party

Photos courtesy of Ana Schecter, http://www.anaphoto.net/.