The Importance of Proper Skin Hygiene

The Importance of Proper Skin Hygiene

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As you know, your skin is the largest organ in your body. In fact, your skin plays a vital role in regulating your body’s temperature, insulation and production of vitamin D. Which is exactly why the health of your skin has such a huge impact on your overall physical health.

With this in mind, maintaining good skin hygiene is critical to maintaining a healthy lifestyle. 

When you keep your skin clean and healthy, you take major steps toward ensuring your entire body remains healthy, too. 

Here are just a few of the simple steps you can take every day to make sure you’ve got a solid skin hygiene routine.

Keep Your Hands Away

Avoid touching your face, especially if you haven’t washed your hands recently. You pick up so much dirt and bacteria throughout the day that you may not even see, by touching your face you’re just adding more dirt and bacteria to your skin. By the same token, if you have a pimple, leave it alone. By picking at it or popping it, you’ll only make it worse and potentially cause scarring that will last a lot longer than a pimple ever would.

Wash, Exfoliate, Moisturize, Repeat

Even if you’ve had a long day and just want to crash into bed, it is important to make sure to wash, exfoliate and moisturize before you go to sleep. Washing your face gets rid of the top level of dirt and bacteria, while exfoliating goes deeper and helps keep your pores open and clean. Adding moisture back into your skin with a daily or nightly moisturizer helps keep your skin hydrated and protected from impurities. Combine all of these together and you’ve got a solid routine that will keep your skin happy and healthy all year long.

Be Consistent

Rome wasn’t built in a day, and it’s going to take time for a new skin care routine to start showing results. Be consistent and patient and you should start to notice a difference in a few weeks.

In addition to following your regular daily routine consistently, it is important to schedule regular check-ups with your dermatologist. He/she will be able to help you assess what is working and what you could potentially improve upon or adjust as needed based on your history and skin type.

Schedule an appointment with Shinagawa Aesthetics today to get started!

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How Germs Can Affect Your Eyes

How Germs Can Affect Your Eyes

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A habit of rubbing your eyes could come back to bite you.

We do that sort of thing without really thinking about it in moments when we’re tired, when we get something stuck in one eye, or when our eyes feel dry or itchy. It’s an attempt to alleviate the problem, but in reality we could be creating a bigger one, because every time we touch our eyes, we introduce the germs from our fingers (and everything we’ve touched since the last time we washed them) into a sensitive part of our bodies.

The Germs Living on Our Skin, Hands, and Under Our Fingernails

It might surprise you how many types of microscopic organisms live on our skin. They’re part of an ecosystem called “skin flora,” and not all of them are harmful. Some are even beneficial. Others, however, can certainly cause infections or diseases if they breach the barrier of the skin. That’s what makes the eyes such a convenient access point for them. Germs can stick to our skin whenever we touch a surface where they live, then become trapped under our fingernails where they breed and continue to spread to other things we touch (like our eyes).

The Natural Defenses of the Eyes

Fortunately, our eyes are not defenseless. We have eyelashes for practical reasons, not just as tools for flirting. They keep irritants out, and when we blink, it sweeps away debris that reaches the surface of the eye. The tear film over the eye is a complex, layered drainage system that acts like a moat around a castle. But when we rub our eyes, we could easily injure the cornea and create a weakness in the defenses.

We Can Help Protect Our Eyes From Germs

It’s a good idea to avoid touching your eyes whenever possible, especially if you wear contact lenses. If you absolutely must, such as when putting your contacts in or taking them out, you can minimize the risk of contamination and infection by washing your hands with soap first and keeping your fingernails neatly trimmed. The germs under our fingernails are so difficult to scrub away that they’re the reason medical professionals wear gloves when working with patients. (This problem applies to fake nails too.)

Come to Us With Your Eye Infection Concerns

If you experience eye symptoms like itchiness, redness, watering, tenderness, or burning, you might have an eye infection. Schedule an appointment with us so that we can help you fight the infection or discover the cause if it’s something else. In the meantime, try not to rub your eyes!

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Comfortable Transition for JG Bautista

Comfortable Transition for JG Bautista

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Another life changed for the better.

Upon knowing how LASIK can benefit his life in the long run, JG Bautista had no hesitation in deciding to have the procedure.

“Life-changing experience!” expressed JG, a purchaser, who can now look forward to thriving more in his daily crafts.

Having LASIK in the country’s most trusted brand further helped his cause.

“All I can say is Shinagawa Lasik Center is the best for a reason! They assisted me all the way and made sure I was comfortable and well-informed.”

Let your life be the one that we change next!

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Signs of Stress On Your Skin

Signs of Stress On Your Skin

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Less stress equals a more beautiful you.

Whether it’s glowing skin or a wrinkle-free smile, inner peace can create outer beauty. So, what happens when the stresses of life are clouding your mind?

From a knot in the pit of your stomach to sweaty palms and trouble sleeping – the effects of stress are universal. Given enough time, symptoms of stress left untreated can make their way from below the skin and show themselves on its surface. 

But how?

Acne

When troubles strike, our bodies react.  If put into a stressful situation, the body is more likely to put cortisol production into overdrive, causing a part of the brain known as the hypothalamus to over-produce a hormone called corticotrophin-releasing hormone (CRH). 

The increased levels of CRH are thought to stimulate the sebaceous glands found around your hair follicles to release excessive oils and, in turn, cause pores to clog and pimples to form.

Bags Under Eyes

Although a common sign of aging or dehydration, bags beneath the eyes can also begin to form due to unchecked stress. These features typically develop due to the weakening of the eye muscles over time and a decreased elasticity in the skin surrounding them. Studies have shown that sleep deprivation-induced stress is a likely culprit in the formation of eye bags.

Dry Skin

As the outer layer of your skin, the stratum corneum acts as a protective barrier for your body, safeguarding you from bacteria and illness while also housing important proteins that keep your skin cells healthy and hydrated. When stress is left unmanaged, that protective barrier can crack, weakening your skin’s ability to retain water and causing it to become dry and itchy. 

Inflammation

When your body experiences stress, it responds with a series of fight or flight reactions to “protect” you. When that stress is passed, your body resets, reverting to homeostasis. 

However, if left unchecked for too long, your body can become confused, believing the threat is ever-present and leading to a state called allostasis. In an allostatic state, the reactions caused by stress continue and make other bodily functions more difficult to properly regulate, leading to inflammation issues like rosacea, psoriasis, eczema, dermatitis, and more.

Fine Lines and Wrinkles

Happiness, sadness, anxiety and more can all find their way from your heart to your skin. Increased stress levels can change the proteins in your skin, reducing its elasticity and making it more prone to wrinkles. Repeated signs of strong emotion, such as a regularly furrowed brow, can make themselves a permanent feature on your face. 

Combat the effects of stress

The ways we show stress may differ, but we all experience it at some point in our lives. Stress can be unavoidable, and while avoidance can be key, learning how to manage it is even more essential. There are countless ways to reduce stress, from breathing exercises and meditation techniques to a peaceful walk in nature.

And when the effects of stress begin on your skin, Shinagawa Aesthetics is here to support you! Our team of board-certified dermatologists can administer Botox treatments and other cosmetic services that can help you combat the signs of stress. Contact us today to schedule an appointment with our team, or visit our website to explore our list of services.

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Why Students Need Comprehensive Eye Exams

Why Students Need Comprehensive Eye Exams

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Students are back to school this August. But are they at their sharpest?

As parents, you want to ensure that our children have the best possible start in their education.

Making sure they can see clearly plays a more important role to a child’s education than most people realize. Did you know that up to 80% of a child’s learning is linked to their vision? Good eyesight is crucial for academic success, social life, and participation in sports. 

While the big E eye chart in the school nurse’s office is great at catching nearsightedness, there are numerous other vision problems that could impact your child’s learning and overall well-being if they aren’t diagnosed and treated.

The Importance of Comprehensive Eye Exams

Comprehensive eye exams with an optometrist go beyond simple vision checks. We use them to detect a range of vision issues, including farsightedness, color blindness, astigmatism, poor hand-eye coordination, and other binocular vision problems. These issues may not be obvious, but they can significantly affect a child’s ability to focus, track, and read, making school tasks more challenging and less enjoyable.

Undiagnosed Vision Problems: A Hidden Barrier

If a child has an undiagnosed vision problem, they might struggle with reading comprehension, completing schoolwork, or have a short attention span, especially for close work. These symptoms can be mistaken for learning disorders, leading the child to feel inadequate or uninterested in learning. By recognizing the signs of potential vision issues and scheduling a comprehensive eye exam, we can identify and address any problems early on, ensuring that your child’s education is not hindered by unseen barriers.

The Power of Early Detection

The earlier we diagnose and treat vision problems, the better it is for your child’s academic journey. Whether they need glasses, visual therapy, or other treatments, addressing these issues promptly can prevent further challenges and enable your child to excel in their studies and activities. As the school year begins, there’s no better time to schedule your child’s comprehensive eye exam. Our team of dedicated optometrists can thoroughly assess their vision, ensuring no issue goes unnoticed.

See Clearly, Succeed Confidently

At our practice, we are passionate about helping our young patients see clearly and succeed with confidence. Our comprehensive eye exams can unveil any potential vision problems, providing your child with the best possible start in their educational journey.

Don’t rely solely on the big E eye chart – invest in your child’s future by scheduling an eye exam with us today. Let’s work together to ensure their vision is optimized, empowering them to thrive academically and embrace every opportunity that comes their way. Your child’s success starts with clear vision – and that’s what we love to provide.

Give your child one of the best learning tools they can get: clear vision!

For inquiries, questions, and appointments, call our Patient Care Lines: 

📱 (+63) 917 862 7454

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📞 (+632) 7-368 5238

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