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IT comestics and cosmetic surgeons

The representative always refers to her products are developed with the help of plastic surgeons. Plastic surgeons cut the face and that is their expertise. it is my opinion that the line would be much more credible if she consulted with dermatologists who have actual knowledge of skin care.

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Re: IT comestics and cosmetic surgeons

It is just a sales line....like the Tarte Amazon Clay, JM's 75 year old French Woman, And, the Geisha 1000 year old secrets. They all have a gimmick ...a line....they are just like used car sales people. Full of IT.
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Re: IT comestics and cosmetic surgeons

yeah, just a gimmick. nothing more, nothing less. Plastic surgeons don't know about makeup, that is not their specialty, and most don't know anything about good skincare (except those that deal with burns, etc) so I'm not sure why that would be something that would attract anyone to the line but it must or she wouldn't keep touting it as such.

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Re: IT comestics and cosmetic surgeons

I would think that Plastic Surgeons should have some knowledge into at least what cosmetics are the most gentle for someone to wear following a cosmetic procedure. I think, in general, they recommend mineral-based. Also, a lot of cosmetic surgeons are involved in less invasive procedures like laser resurfacing. In that case, he/she should be aware of what products are ok to wear after such a procedure.

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Re: IT comestics and cosmetic surgeons

I had a plastic surgeon when I had face skin cancer. Thank goodness because I was cut from my ear to my chin. You don't even notice my scar unless you are really looking.

And yes, he knows about make-up and skincare.

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Re: IT comestics and cosmetic surgeons

Plastic surgeons specialize in certain areas. I would not say that skincare is their expertize but those that deal with scars and such do know something about the correct type of product to help treat those problems.

I do agree that a dermatologist has more training in the treatment of skin issues. They study the skin and the effects of topical treatments much more than a surgeon.

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Re: IT comestics and cosmetic surgeons

Many plastic surgeons that I know have been dermatologists or get a degree in Dermatology for knowledge early on and credibility concerning skin and skin issues. It makes perfect sense to me. I don't even know why that is questionable ? Can't believe the person that said "Plastic Surgeons don't know about make up"...HA, they know ALL about skin health, skin care, beauty, cleansing, what make up does and doesn't do to skin, the aging process, etc. When I was very young in my profession, I worked for two dermatologists before continuing my education in medicine.

Therefore, I find it extremely beneficial and credible that Jamie, being the professional that she is, would use plastic surgeons in the making of her IT line. It makes perfect sense to me, I would do it myself if I were in her position. Naturally, I would only use surgeons that were Dermatologists, requiring that as a necessary benefit. Why consult both when you can get two in one ?

P.S. One of the two Derms that employed me was a well-known female, and then had a line of skin care products that is today very well-known and loved all around the world, and very respected.

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I live in Southwest Florida and this place is crawling with day spas owned and run by plastic surgeons. They do offer surgery, but there is a plethora of spa services directly related to skin care.....walk into any plastic surgeons office, and I would venture to say he/she is probably selling some kind of skin care line. I find it believable that plastic surgeons are involved in research and development. Poodlepet
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Oh, one more thing....yes, surgeons do "heal with steel" but by no means are they excused from knowing about medications and physiology. Pick up any professional journal in a particular specialty and you will see articles dealing with the specifics of surgical techniques, but you will also see articles dealing with medications, physiology and basic science. No, your community surgeon may not be involved directly with such things, but his/her colleagues at the university are. And not all physicians stay in private practice either. There are a large number of specialists-including surgeons- who have jumped ship to work for pharmaceutical research. Poodlepet