Mosquito Protection & Zika Virus, Botox Day Tuesday May 17
Mused while watching the resurrection of Jon Snow on Game of Thrones.
Botox Day is Tuesday May 17 with discounts on Botox and fillers such as Juvederm. Botox is $13/unit or $195/syringe (normally $16/unit and $240/syringe) and fillers are 10% off. Voluma is an injectable filler that augments and lifts the cheeks.
First of all there have not been any localized breakouts of mosquito bites causing the Zika virus in the U.S. But…let’s assume it won’t stay that way.
The first line of defense against mosquitos is to limit standing water around our own yards. The second is the use of repellents. The Centers for Disease Control recommends the following:
1. DEET. It was started for the military in the 40’s and sold to the public since the 50’s. Scientists still do not know how it works. Found in many common repellents.
2. Picaridin. A pungent component of black pepper. Found in Cutter Advanced and Skin So Soft Bug Guard Plus.
3. IR3535. Insect repellent made by Merck. Found in Skin So Soft Bug Guard Plus Expedition and Skin Smart.
4. Oil of Lemon Eucalyptus. This active ingredient is actually a synthetic version as the “pure” oil of lemon eucalyptus has not been tested. Found in Repel and OFF! Botanicals
(Did You Know? The Zika virus can lead to birth defects but most commonly a rash and flu-like symptoms. See www.cdc.gov/zikz/ for more information.)
Much like sunscreen, these products wear off so be sure to apply them regularly.
Anne Marie Chaker, WSJ
La Dolce Vita:
I took my parents to Carlo and Johnny over weekend to celebrate Mother’s Day. Steaks & seafood are delicious. Service is impeccable. Expensive but it is worth the splurge on special occasions.
Specials:
Skin Care Special: All sunscreens 20% off. Sunshine or not, it’s best for your skin!
Collagen Induction Therapy (CIT) or microneedling face package of three treatments and get the fourth FREE. Go to www.dermapen.com for details of CIT. Improves wrinkles through stimulation of collagen.
Something old, something new…
Swimsuit season is here and Nichole wants me to remind everyone that she does waxing. Add that to a new swimsuit and our sunscreen special and you’ll be ready for the sun, sun, sun. Also she does relaxing facials that don’t require being off any skin care products.
Healthy living,
Peter McKenna, M.D.
513.793.5772
www.mckennamd.com
McKenna Cosmetic Surgery Center . 10577 Montgomery Road . Cincinnati . OH . 45242
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