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Indicator
of One’s
Age
A woman’s face and hands can be tell-tale signs of years creeping by, but there is another area of the body that is often overlooked and can be one of the best indicators of a woman’s true
age — her décolletage.
The chest is one of the most-exposed and least-cared-for areas
of the body. Sun damage conspires with the passage of time to
thin the skin and create wrinkles, sunspots and crepe paper-like
texture. Even side-sleeping, which chronically compresses the
skin, contributes to vertical wrinkling patterns on the chest.
Finding the right solution
While there are a number of products that target this area —
from topical skin care creams and serums to structural devices
worn on the chest for side sleepers — the options are still
relatively limited. The currently available options require ongoing
use, offer a preventive focus, and are limited in their ability to
repair damage.
Those looking to find a cure in a bottle can pick from a number of creams at their local department stores, pharmacies and
salons. Yet, these over-the-counter treatments are not regulated
by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), potentially offering
false hope to consumers. Lasers can be effective, but must be
used at low levels over several treatments, and the patient must
avoid any sun exposure throughout the multi-month treatment
regimen.
FAMILY FEATURES
Fresh approach to an age-old problem: micro-focused ultrasound
With a recent FDA clearance, for the first time, there is now an
option specifically indicated to non-invasively treat the chest to
improve lines and wrinkles of the décolletage. The Ultherapy®
Décolletage Treatment utilizes imaging and micro-focused
ultrasound therapy capabilities, only takes about 30 minutes to
administer and boasts no downtime after the procedure.
Unlike lasers, radio frequency, surgery and other technologies,
non-surgical Ultherapy bypasses superficial skin to deliver the
right amount of ultrasound energy at the right depths and the
right temperature. This energy triggers a natural response under
the skin, jumpstarting the regenerative process that strengthens
weak collagen and produces fresh, new collagen. The treatment
also uses traditional ultrasound imaging, which allows practitioners to see the layers of tissue they are treating, ensuring the
treatment energy is delivered to where it will be most beneficial.
For those ready to don V-neck blouses again without the risk of
revealing their real age, Ultherapy may be a simple solution to
supplement a cabinet full of miracle creams.
www.NewUltherapy.com
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