Aesthetic Trends & Technologies
January - February 2010
Wellness Department

By Paula Simpson,
B.A.Sc. (Nutrition), R.N.C.P.

The regulation of body weight involves complex signalling systems and changes in appetite and metabolic efficiency. Many studies point to the existence of a set point that makes weight loss or gain progressively difficult. However, there is likely to be an upper and a lower limit for how much metabolic efficiency can change. As long as energy expenditure exceeds that of intake, a decrease in body weight must occur.

Unfortunately, we are losing the battle to the bulge as statistics show 1 in 3 adults in the U.S. are obese. Cellulite, or otherwise known as “dimpling of the skin,” commonly occurs on the thighs and buttocks, affecting most post-adolescent women. While cellulite may not be potentially hazardous to health, it remains nonetheless an issue of cosmetic concern for those suffering its consequences on their appearance.

According to the American Society of Plastic Surgeons, liposuction remains within the top 3 surgical procedures for both men and women. However, with technological advancements minimally invasive body contouring is an increasingly popular aesthetic application. There are many forms of non-invasive treatments from mechanical manipulation, thermally active application, and radiofrequency therapies.

With laser Liposuction (brandSmartLipo™) a very small cannula enters the body with an even tinier diode laser attached to it. This laser then zaps the surrounding fat cells safely, liquefying them enough to be removed by the body’s natural processes. In Endermologie, a technique using a machine with two motorized rollers and…READ ON - Download Article HERE

About the Author
Paula Simpson, B.A.Sc. (Nutrition), R.N.C.P. is the Executive Director of Isocell North America and holds a degree in Nutrition. She has over 15 years of experience in consulting, public relations, product formulation, and program development for the Nutraceutical and Medical Aesthetic Industry. Her role as a Scientific Evaluator and Regulatory Consultant for some of the top nutraceutical companies worldwide has solidified her reputation as a leader in research and development for innovative natural health products. As a Project Leader, Paula developed and guided an international weight loss program towards a successful launch in North America and Europe. As the Nutrition Director for a medical spa, she developed a weight management and longevity program that was the impetus for the company’s overall commercial success. Ms. Simpson can be contacted directly at paula.simpson@glisodinskin.com. Visit their website on the worldwide web: www.glisodinskin.com.