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How to Choose a Quality Sunscreen: Essential Tips from our Seattle Skin Care Experts

With the Pacific Northwest’s unique blend of urban charm and natural beauty, Seattle residents have countless reasons to spend time outdoors. Yet, whether you’re exploring the lush landscapes of the Pacific Northwest or simply enjoying a sunny day in the city, protecting your skin is paramount. Incorporating a quality sunscreen into your daily routine is not just about preventing sunburn; […]

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Skin Myths Debunked: Your Skin and The Sun

At KMP Aesthetics, many of our patients share stories with us about their long tropical vacations, SeaFair yacht parties, and European summers. Even younger patients tell us about their high school years in the tanning booth, Junes through Augusts spent wakeboarding without SPF, and how they used to “lay out” with their friends by the pool or on docks. Ah, […]

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How Can Fat Be Removed By Freezing It?

With innovative body contouring treatments like CoolSculpting®, stubborn fat that has not responded to diet and exercise can effectively be reduced. This is possible through a process known as cryolipolysis. In the CoolSculpting procedure, controlled cooling is delivered to the body area being treated—such as the love handles, abdomen, hips, or arms. As this tissue is cooled down, the fat […]

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3 Types of Medically Supervised Weight Loss Programs

Medically supervised weight loss is intended for patients who have struggled with excess weight in spite of previous diet and exercise attempts. Dr. Jodie Reinertson aims to create new and healthy lifestyle habits through our physician-supervised weight loss program, helping patients to change the ways in which they eat and exercise. With three different types of customizable weight loss treatment […]

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What is a Physician-Supervised Weight Loss Program?

A physician-supervised weight loss program is designed to assess your body’s current condition, modify diet and exercise accordingly, and shed pounds of fat in a safe, effective manner. At CosMedic Skincare, Dr. Jodie Reinertson consults with each prospective patient one-on-one to discuss previous diet attempts, perform a physical examination, and determine if the patient may be suffering from an undiagnosed […]

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What Causes Acne?

There are many myths that circulate about what exactly causes acne. From greasy foods to make-up, the blame is often misplaced. In truth, the causes of acne are pretty simple: Oil buildup on the skin Accumulated dead skin cells Bacteria Clogged pores For some individuals, the body’s hair follicles are more prone to collecting oil and dead skin cells. This […]

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Looking Great at Any Age With BOTOX® Cosmetic

Many individuals desire a more youthful appearance with smooth, wrinkle-free skin; however, they also wish to retain the personality, expressiveness, and individuality the face reveals. BOTOX® Cosmetic, one of the most popular non-surgical aesthetic enhancements in the nation, can often provide the subtle improvement many seek. Furthermore, when injected properly by a trained skin care specialist, BOTOX® injections can appear […]

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Understanding Your Skin

Overwhelmed by the ever-expanding cosmetic treatments, wondering what to choose and what to do? Put your mind to rest, and relax. It is not so much a process of choosing one treatment over the other, but of understanding how each targets different aspects of rejuvenation and how, eventually, the combination of treatments connect to a comprehensive balance of overall rejuvenation. […]

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