Jane Iredale mineral based cosmetics are sold in a variety of locations: salons, spas, and medical clinics throughout the world. In addition to loose, pressed, and liquid mineral foundations, Jane Iredale boasts a complete line of cosmetics. The Jane Iredale line has been commonly referred to as ‘The Skin Care Makeup’. Jane Iredale mineral cosmetics are safe and frequently recommended by Dr. Robinson.

Mineral Based Skin Care Solutions

Jane Iredale cosmetics are offered in a variety of tones and colors. So no matter your complexion or ethnicity, Jane Iredale cosmetics has a color or shade for you. Jane Iredale comprises a highly-complex blend of minerals and pigments which are micro-pulverized utilizing proprietary technology to create microscopic flat crystals. These specialty crystals overlap when applied to the skin to form a layer which allows the skin to breathe and maintain normal function. The exterior crystal-based layer helps protect the skin from the sun and air-borne pollutants. Jane Iredale cosmetics specialize in long term skin adhesion to allow for maximum protection without the need for frequent touch-ups, even during strenuous exercise!

Jane Iredale cosmetics consists of three mineral makeup foundations:

Jane Iredale Amazing Base

This loose mineral makeup foundation boasts an SPT rating of 20 and does not contain Bismuth, an irritant found in most commercial make-up products. As previously mentioned, amazing base shares in the Jane Iredale brands impressive adhesion to your skin during strenuous actives.

Jane Iredale Pure Pressed Base

Jane Iredale pressed foundation is a pressed cosmetic product which comes in a compact for easy storage during travel. Each Pure Pressed Base comes with a specialized sponge for application. A foundation, powder, concealer, and sunscreen combination which is water resilient and contains light diffusing properties which diminishes pores and worry lines, making it great for shading, highlighting, and contouring.

Jane Iredale Liquid Mineral Foundations

Considered to be an anti-aging makeup, Jane Iredale’s Liquid Mineral Foundation encapsulates skin care ingredients which aid in the rejuvenation of the cellular layers of your skin. Diminishes worry lines and wrinkles while minimizing pores and evening the skin tone with minimal transference. Can be applied with your hands, a cosmetic sponge, or a foundation brush. Typically, dry brushes or sponges will provide optimal application.

Sun Protection

Every Jane Iredale product comes with an SPF rating. Pressed bases have an SPF rating of 18 while Loose Bases have an SPF rating of 20. Emboldened with a combination of titanium dioxide and zinc oxide, Jane Iredale mineral cosmetics provide instant, broad-spectrum, chemical-free protection from harmful UV rays. Unlike most other cosmetics, Jane Iredale Mineral Cosmetics adhere to the skin and provide you with UV protection even during strenuous activities, giving them a water resistant rating.

Read Dr Robinson’s full article on proper skin care in the sun.

Weightless Coveragen

Light application with a brush or sponge allows for coverage that would normally take three different products to create.

Noncomedogenic & Oil Free

Noncomedogenic – does not clog pores.

With its special blend of minerals, Jane Iredale cosmetics create a lasting shield with overlapping crystals on a microscopic scale.

These crystals form a filter that allows the free exchange of air, allowing your skin to breathe even through the mineral shielding. The minerals in Jane Iredale cosmetics are Noncomedogenic , meaning they do not block or obstruct pores. Noncomedogenic cosmetics allow your skin to continue functioning naturally without concern for blocked pores, which can cause blemishes or infections.

Minimum Allergen Risk

Allergies are typically linked to substances that cause irritation to the skin. These substances can and may include chemical preservatives, chemical dyes, perfume, and alcohol. Jane Iredale mineral make up does not contain an iota of the previously mentioned substances.

In fact, zinc oxide and titanium oxide are anti-inflammatory agents which reduce swelling and calm irritated sections of the skin.

Create your own beautiful look using Jane Iredale cosmetics and rest assured your skin is protected from the sun’s harmful rays.

Blepharoplasty (eyelid surgery, eyelid lift, or eyelid tuck) is a cosmetic surgical procedure that Dr. Robinson performs to correct sagging eyelids and under eye bags. As we age, we begin to see drooping or sagging in the eye area due to skin laxity and excess fat collected in the lower lid. In extreme cases the upper lid seems to disappear underneath the extra fatty area below the brow bone.

A blepharoplasty can rejuvenate your tired looking eyes and bring back the young awake look lost to age. Dr. Robinson is an experienced facial cosmetic surgeon who has performed hundreds of blepharoplasties and other facial surgeries since opening his practice in 1989.

Blepharoplasty is NOT for Wrinkles

A Blepharoplasty cannot correct wrinkles around the eyes, although it may make the area appear smoother. Crows’s feet and other wrinkles in the peri-orbital area can be corrected with Botox or Dysport.

Candidacy For A Blepharoplasty

To determine if you are a candidate for a blepharoplasty you must be in good health and not suffering from any active diseases or pre-existing medical conditions that can adversely affect the outcome of the surgery. If you meet these criteria, the best place to start is a consultation with Dr. Robinson.

To “shine” in the competitive job market many people are turning to blepharoplasty as an affordable way to get the edge needed for interviewing. Turning back the clock will give confidence along with a youthful exuberant look to land that dream job!

Your Blepharoplasty Consultation

Joyce and Monica, Dr. Robinson’s excellent Patient Coordinators are available for questions and scheduling consultations. The 30 to 40 minute consultation runs $125 which is applied to the cost of the procedure at the time of scheduling your surgery. Our goal is to provide you with every aspect of the procedure everything you need to know about pre and post surgery protocol and education materials. Your appointment will include time with Staci our surgical nurse, Dr. Robinson and Joyce, our Patient coordinator.

The Blepharoplasty Procedure

Upper Lid Surgery

Blepharoplasty with Dr. Robinson is done as an outpatient procedure under IV sedation. After sedation has taken affect, the upper lid is marked for skin removal and anesthetized with local anesthetic. Excess skin and fat is removed and the incision is closed with a suture that is removed one week after surgery.

Upper lid surgery can be performed at the same time as lower lid Blepharoplasty.

Lower Lid Surgery

Following the same procedures as an upper lid surgery, incisions are made at the lower lash line to allow for fat removal and skin excision. Lastly a dissolvable suture is used the close the incision.

Recovering From Blepharoplasty

Blepharoplasty recovery is fairly quick with no need for bandages, tape or dressings. The period of discomfort is minimal and frequent icing is encouraged fir the first two days. Dr. Robinson recommends a bag of frozen peas placed on top of a cool wet washcloth or gauze. Bruising and swelling will occur within the first three days. In most cases, bruising will last up to two weeks, however with some individuals, residual bruising may continue up to three weeks after the procedure. Incisions may ooze slightly for the first few hours after the Blepharoplasty. An infrequent drop of blood from the incision area is common.

As the incision area swells, it may appear as if the incision is pulling apart. This small separation of skin is not unusual, please, do not be alarmed. Your eyes may feel tight and burn slightly, additionally, some blurring of vision and or dryness is not uncommon in the days following surgery.

If you are experiencing frequent dry eyes, apply artificial tears or eye drops during the day and a lubricating ointment at night for two or three weeks. After the sutures are removed one week after surgery patients may wear eye make-up and resume moderate physical activity.

Dr. Robinson recently appeared on the Daria, Mitch, & Ted Show show. During the program Dr. Robinson removed three skin tags from Mitch’s skin with an easy procedure that was painless and complete within two minutes:

More videos of Dr. Robinson on the Daria, Mitch, & Ted show can be found on drleerobinson.com and drleerobinson.net

Tanning beds might seem like a great way to make your skin golden without exposure to harmful UV rays. However, artificial tanning comes with many dangers.

Misconceptions About Tanning Beds

Tanning beds are not 100% safe. Ample evidence shows that the UVA light used in tanning beds is as harmful as the rays which come from the sun.

There are two types of UV light: UVA & UVB. UVB stimulates the production of vitamin D and can cause your skin to tan or burn relatively quickly. In contrast, UVA does not stimulate vitamin D and takes much longer to promote tanning or burning. Unlike UVB, UVA rays penetrate deeper into your skin and can have dangerous side-effects.

These side-effects can include cancerous and non-cancerous melanomas, premature aging of the skin, squamous cell carcinoma, and even immune system suppression.

Healthy Exposure To UVB Rays & Sun Based Skin Care

The best way to ensure that your skin is not damaged from prolonged exposure to harmful UV rays is to moderate your time in direct sunlight. Many doctors recommend 10-15 minutes of exposure to direct sunlight per day for your skin to produce a healthy amount of vitamin D.

We recommend taking extra caution and avoid direct sun between 10am and 3pm. The risk of burning drops considerably before 10am and after 3pm.

If you are unable to moderate your time in the sun, make sure you are drinking enough water to keep your skin hydrated. We recommend drinking half of your body weight in ounces per day to keep your body properly hydrated in direct sunlight.

Next, you should make sure that you’re consuming enough high quality fat to provide your body with the materials it needs to build strong cell membranes. It’s important to consume a balanced amount of omega-6 and omega-3 fatty acids as well as a sufficient amount of saturated fat. Despite what you may have hears, saturated fat is not the cause of heart disease.

Great sources of saturated fats are avocados, walnuts, almonds, coconut, and olives.

Proper Sunscreens & Sunscreen Applications

Exposure to UVA rays accounts for almost ninety-percent of the symptoms from premature skin aging. This statistic alone shows us that the most important skin care product is sunscreen. There are many sunscreens on the market, but few actually repel harmful ultra-violet radiation away from your skin. Dr Robinson’s compliment of skin care sunscreens have SPF ratings of at least 15 and contain Avobenzone, Titanium Dioxide, and Zinc Dioxide to help your skin defend itself from harmful UVA rays.

Most sunburns occur when sunscreen is present. This is typically due to an inadequate amount of sunscreen being applied before exposure to the sun. Typically, only 25-50% of what is necessary to block harmful UV rays is applied. Your skin cannot properly defend itself if only a quarter or half of the recommended amount is applied before prolonged exposure to the sun.

Additionally, 20-30 minutes is strongly recommended to allow the sunscreen to be properly absorbed by your skin, so it should be applied half-an-hour before long-term sun exposure. Sunscreen should be the last product applied before exposure to the sun.

Alternatives To Sun Based Tanning

If you are adamant about tanning this summer, spray tanning and self applied tanners are the safest method. Self tanners and bronzers have the darkening effect associated with sun-based tanning without the dangerous side effects.

Dr Robinson’s office carries a full range of healthy self-tanning products. Call or email us today for a free consultation on which product is right for you.

Dr Robinson recently appeared on KGW of Portland, OR. to talk about the benefits of chemical peels to reduce the chances of various types of skin cancer.

Please feel free to watch the segment below, or visit KGW’s website for the full article.

Dr. Robinson answers questions with Daria, Mitch, & Ted on 105.1 The Buzz every Wednesday. You can see his entire session using our media players below or visit Dr. Robinson’s YouTube channel.

Tune in every Wednesday for more Q & A with Dr. Robinson!

Dr Robinson with Daria, Mitch, & Ted – Part 1

Dr Robinson with Daria, Mitch, & Ted – Part 2

Dr Robinson with Daria, Mitch, & Ted – Part 3

Now offering complementary surgical consultations if booked on 5/4, 5/5, and 5/6!

Spring is the time of year when we start assessing our legs to see if they are “shorts weather” ready. The typical leg complaints are shape, size, color and noticeable veins. Although we cannot alter the shape or size at Oswego Spa & Laser, we can treat and eliminate unsightly veins and recommend a great, sunless tanner to get you headed in the right direction.

The first thing to consider is whether the vessels are superficial in nature or is there an underlying vascular issue. The classifications are divided into large, bulging varicose veins, bluish feeder/reticular veins and spider veins. At Oswego Spa and Laser we specialize in the treatment of the small reticular veins using Sclerotherapy injections as well as the small to moderate spider veins using targeted laser therapies.

Sclerotherapy is a non-surgical treatment using injections to eliminate the appearance of cosmetic spider veins and small varicose veins of the legs.

First let’s talk about Sclerotherapy. By definition, Sclerotherapy is a nonsurgical treatment that involves injecting a medical grade solution into the vein, causing the lining of the vein wall to swell, stick together and ultimately seal shut. Once sealed, the flow of blood is stopped and scar tissue develops. Blood is then forced through healthier veins and the treated vein is absorbed. If a vein is large enough to be injected, this method is the most effective and efficient manner of treatment with most patients experiencing a 50-80% improvement.

Once the large reticular vessels and larger spider veins are treated with Sclerotherapy, the moderate to small spider veins can then be treated with a laser. The laser works by generating an intense beam of light that selectively heats up the hemoglobin in the red blood cells causing the destruction of the vein wall. Immediately you will see a darkening accompanied by slight swelling along the length of the vessels.

With both procedures you should avoid intense exercise for 24 to 72 hours, walking is encouraged. Compression stockings or wraps should be worn depending on the size of the veins treated. Easy to follow instructions are provided during the consultation to help you plan your exercise around the treatments, greatly maximizing the end results.

Summer is just around the corner so it’s not too early to get started on healthier and more attractive “shorts worthy” legs. Call us today at Oswego Spa and Laser to set up your complimentary consultation.

The staff at Oswego Spa & Laser, located in Lake Oswego, do not hesitate to “bat” their long thick eyelashes thanks to Latisse!  Skeptics at first, we are all now proof that Latisse does work. Latisse is the first and only FDA approved prescription treatment for inadequate or not enough eyelashes. Our experience proved that regular nightly use will produce longer, thicker and darker lashes with noticeable results around 6 to 8 weeks.

If you are considering eyelash extensions or already have them, but are unhappy, Latisse is for you.  You will save money and time with daily use of Latisse. Your lashes will look natural and not fake like some eyelash extensions.

The main ingredient in Latisse is bimatoprost ophthalmic solution, also used in the treatment of glaucoma. Although the bimatoprost strength (0.03%) in Latisse is far less than what is used for glaucoma treatment, you may have heard that using Latisse can cause iris pigmentation (browning).  Chances of this happening when using Latisse as directed are slim, in fact you would need to pour Latisse directly into your eye every day over time for this discoloration to take place.

Dr. Lee Robinson, Medical Director of Oswego Spa & Laser, is a prescribing physician of Latisse in the Portland area. We recommend purchasing 2 Latisse Kits that will give you 8 to 12 weeks of everyday use resulting in lashes that are long and full.  Oswego Spa & Laser offers special pricing on the purchase of 2 Latisse kits.  Combine this special price with the $20 rebate available for those who sign up for “Lash Perks” on the Latisse website and you are on your way to affordable luscious lashes.

Oswego Spa & Laser, under the direction of Dr. Lee Robinson, has put together a simple guide for easy skin care and anti-aging treatments that will get you on the road to enjoying healthier skin, people will notice.

We’re not against a laugh line or two, and no one can change genetics (yet!). However, there are many ways to promote a healthy appearance and protect your skin from damaging factors that contribute to facial wrinkles, sagging skin and overall signs of aging.

Meet with an Esthetician: A complementary consultation with an esthetician from Oswego Spa & Laser is well worth your time.  A 30 minute consultation will give you information needed to choose the best product for your skin type. Our estheticians are understanding and sensitive to any apprehension you may feel. They will create an easy affordable program designed to get you results.

Keep it Clean: Men have larger pores and approximately 15% oiler skin than women which means male skin gets dirtier. It is very important to clean your face every day with a facial cleanser suited for your skin type.  Do not use a deodorant soap.  Cleansing twice a day is ideal, but for those in a hurry to get out the door in the morning we recommend a deep cleansing before bed.

Keep it Toned: As skin ages, it needs to work harder to maintain it’s elasticity. Toners with glycolic or alpha hydroxy acids work the best for toning the face. These acids actually reduce the pore size, and help avoid ingrown hairs. The right toner will balance the pH in your facial skin which allows moisturizer and sun screen to penetrate better.

Treat Your Skin: Considering your skin type (oily, dry or combination) with the time of year, Oswego Spa & Laser offers different treatments and product to treat and enhance your skin.  Our experienced estheticians provide instruction and are always available for questions.

Sun Protection: Protect yourself against harmful sun exposure by regularly using a long-lasting sun block of SPF 30 or higher and covering up when out in the sun for prolonged periods of time. Don’t forget your lips, find a balm that has an SPF of 15 or higher.  Remember damaging UV rays are one of the leading causes of damaged skin and fine lines and skin cancers.