Oscar night beauty secrets of the stars

Online, March 20, 2010 (Newswire.com) - In February during the Academy Awards, TV viewers nationwide oohed and aahed over celebrities with picture-perfect skin, smooth foreheads, and lush lips. But they're only human beings, like the rest of us. Dr. Cameron Rokhsar of the New York Aesthetic Consultants points out that while some stars have naturally beautiful features, many receive a little extra help from their dermatologists.

According to Dr. Rokhsar, most of Hollywood's hottest starlets have a devoted "beauty team" planning their gorgeous looks during the weeks and months leading up to Oscar night.

"Hollywood has most Americans fooled," said Dr. Cameron Rokhsar. "They tell reporters things like 'Oh, I just do yoga and pilates and drink lots of water!' when they really have meticulous schedules set months in advance of awards season, to guarantee they will look flawless on the big night."

Dr. Cameron Rokhsar shares the different cosmetic procedures that help keep the young and beautiful looking fresh for that extra-special red carpet event.

One to Two Months Before:

Laser Treatments: The 'High-Definition TV Revolution' has left stars young and old concerned about how their skin will look to millions of viewers at home. According to Dr. Cameron Rokhsar, "laser treatments are ideal for a person looking to erase acne scars, age spots, sun damage, surgical scars and melasma (the 'mask of pregnancy'). However, most laser treatments leave a person's skin looking raw and painful."

Dr. Cameron Rokhsar suggests a less invasive option: Fraxel Laser Treatments, which target fractions of the skin instead of the entire face. He recommends four to five treatments for optimal results without any side effects and minimal downtime - usually just two to three days. "Fraxel is perfect for people who want to literally look picture perfect," said Dr. Cameron Rokhsar.

Two Weeks Before:

Juvederm: While Dr. Cameron Rokhsar admits Angelina Jolie's lips are the real-deal, several A-listers at the Oscars had more than a little help with their perfectly plump pouts. Dr. Cameron Rokhsar noted, "the aging process causes a person's lips to lose elasticity and vibrancy. In many cases they can appear dehydrated and shriveled." For these cases, he suggests Juvederm, a gel made of hyaluronic acid - a naturally occurring substance in skin that adds volume and hydration. In one setting it is injected into the lips to restore them to their former plumpness and glory.

One Week Before:

BOTOX: Hollywood's favorite quick-fix - for more than just wrinkles - is Botox. "Aside from using Botox in the face, stars also have it injected into their armpits to halt sweat glands from ruining their designer gowns," Dr. Cameron Rokhsar said. Botox for the armpits can have effects lasting up to one year. Botox in the face can last up to four months, but Dr. Cameron Rokhsar recommends coordinating treatments one week before big events so the effects are at their max.

Non-Surgical Eye Lift: According to Dr. Cameron Rokhsar, the cosmetic filler Restalyne can be injected into the lower eyelids reducing the appearance of puffiness or bags under the eyes. "This procedure only takes about 15 minutes and the results can be seen immediately," he said. "It's perfect for stars who don't have the time to get a surgical eye lift procedure or want to maintain a more natural look in their eyes."

The Night Before:

Cortisone Shots: All the stress leading up to a big event can leave some stars with unsightly breakouts. According to Dr. Cameron Rokhsar, "Cortisone injection into the blemish can help flatten the pimple and make it easier to cover with makeup." Dr. Cameron Rokhsar uses a solution of diluted corticosteroid to lessen inflammation and promote healing. "It's also is great for stars who do not want a bad breakout to cause scarring on their skin," he added.

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