Environ Blog — Science

A cell is the smallest unit of life that makes up all living things. Cells are the building blocks of the body that carry out specific functions. They heal, repair, and reconstruct the body. We have approximately 200 different types of cells and 30 to 40 trillion cells in the body. Cells communicate to regulate cellular functions and maintain homeostasis throughout the body. Homeostasis provides a stable environment despite external changes including temperature, bacteria invasion, sun exposure, diet, and the natural aging process. Communication is an important aspect when it comes to all relationships. The same goes for the relationship...

Aging is both inevitable and continuous, making it one of the leading concerns for clients. Today people are more concerned with healthy aging and prevention than trying to repair damage after the fact. With that focus in mind, it is vital that we keep our clients properly educated. Although some aspects of aging are out of our control, it is important to put an emphasis on what we can control. There are two primary factors that cause aging: intrinsic and extrinsic. Intrinsic aging is how the skin changes over time, regardless of environmental factors. Genetics play a large role in...

Top concerns for the eye area are the appearance of dark circles and puffiness. These are two different culprits but can occur together. Dark circles can appear for several reasons, mainly hyperpigmentation, vascularity, and shadowing. Dark circles are often genetically inherited in darker skin types. As with their areas of pigmentation, the eyes can get darker with inflammation including sun exposure and frequent rubbing of the eyes, often seen in those with allergies. There is no real treatment for inherited dark circles, although some improvement can be seen with skin lightening products, chemical exfoliation, and laser treatments, similar to that...

Hyperpigmentation, a discoloration of the skin that shows up as dark spots or patches, is a concern for many people. It can be caused and triggered by various factors such as inflammation, hormonal response, and sun exposure. There are three main types of hyperpigmentation that manifest in different ways. Melasma, sometimes referred to as chloasma or pregnancy mask, shows up as dense areas of pigment in the central third of the face. Sun-induced pigmentation is more sporadic and presents as spotty discolorations commonly seen on areas of excessive sun exposure including the bridge of the nose, cheeks, and forehead. Post-inflammatory...

Microcurrent is a modality in which a low-level electrical current is used to mimic the effects of the current flow of the body. It was first used in the 1970s to treat Bells-Palsy, a condition that causes drooping around one eye. It was approved by the FDA as a muscle stimulator in the early 1980s. Microcurrent has also been used therapeutically for wound healing since the 1980s. A common use of microcurrent today is for the appearance of skin rejuvenation. Benefits of microcurrent include reducing the look of fine lines and wrinkles, improving the appearance of muscle tone, increasing the...