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O-PLACENTA™ Stem Cell Facial
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By Thomas C. Balshi, M.D.
Stem Cells have been a buzz word in cosmetic medicine for several years and now appear to be part of the hottest facial treatments for Hollywood superstars.
What do Kim Kardashian, Harry Styles and Victoria Beckham have in common? They have all enjoyed the O-PLACENTA™ facial, a rejuvenating skin treatment containing stem cells from sheep placentas. Simon Cowell calls this fountain of youth “better than Botox”. Super hydrating, nourishing, and revitalizing is how skincare expert and master esthetician, Lisa Michelle Nadeau, L.E. describes the sheep placenta facial. It’s no wonder then that the stars of the red carpet and rockers alike flock to their dermatologist for the latest technology-results-driven facial, which claims also to boost skin immunity and help fight inflammation. How does the placenta facial work and where do the stem cells come from? O-PLACENTA™ is an incredibly nutrient rich and potent form of ovine (sheep) placenta extract. The formulation utilizes a proprietary process to activate dormant stem cells which originate in the placenta and umbilical cord tissue of sheep. The placenta and umbilical cord stem cells are ethically harvested from sheep, post birth, so there is absolutely no harm to the animals. Placenta and umbilical cord tissue derived stem cells share many similarities with embryonic stem cells. Like embryonic stem cells, placenta tissue cells are also pluripotent, which means they repair every type of cell in the body, and in this case are being utilized to repaired “aged” skin. The O-PLACENTA™ Stem Cell facial provides exceptional results by transferring large numbers of bio-active stem cells directly to the dermis of the face. When applied in sufficient concentration, the stem cell products “de-age” the skin. The revital-
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ized, younger skin cells immediately begin producing increased levels of collagen, glycoproteins, and elastic fibers in the skin’s extra cellular matrix as they did in the past. The “de-aging” effect is cumulative and improves with each facial. To be clear there isn’t a placenta being applied to the face. Actually, it’s the stem cells, growth factors, nutrients, proteins and amino acid found in the placenta extracts that make up the elegant gentle gel formulation. The proteins work at an intracellular level, not just on the surface. As for results, one can expect increased elasticity (which helps soften fine lines and wrinkles), smoother skin texture, and improved skin hydration. The facial has also been proven to help inflammation of Rosacea, age spots and acne lesions. The Anti-aging and anti-oxidant benefits will leave the skin baby soft and glowing.
Dr. Thomas C. Balshi 4665 W. Atlantic Ave. Delray Beach, FL 33445 561-272-6000 southflderm.com www.balshimd.com