Moeller Dermatology and The Skin Enhancement Center strive to help women achieve and maintain a level of ultimate health and beauty, inside and out. October is National Breast Cancer Awareness Month — and about 192,370 new cases of breast cancer in American women will be diagnosed in 2009, according to the American Cancer Society.

To join the cause for breast cancer awareness in Wichita, The Skin Enhancement Center teamed up with Womens Focus magazine, giving a local breast cancer survivor an indulging day to remember.

Since 1999, Ethel Shaw of Wichita has bravely battled breast cancer. The staff at The Skin Enhancement Center was proud to welcome Ethel and the Womens Focus photography crew to capture a special makeover. Glominerals™ makeup was used on Ethel to give her a fresh, illuminating look. The Skin Enhancement Center selected this particular cosmetic line because of its naturally protective and restorative properties.

What Makes Glominerals Unique?

All Glominerals formulas are made with top pharmaceutical-grade ingredients and are:

• Talc-free
• Noncomedogenic
• Free of perfumes and chemical dyes
• Inclusive of an antioxidant complex of vitamins A, C and E and green tea extract

These nourishing mineral ingredients are ideal for sensitive skin types, including skin that has undergone chemical or medical procedures — without skimping on a variety of beautiful, rich colors and protection from harmful UV rays and free radical damage. Even the healthiest of skin can fall prey to damaging environmental elements, dulling the luster it once had.

“GloMinerals is a 100% mineral based makeup. It is great for camouflaging all different types of skin conditions and very easy to use,” says Amy, a technician with the Skin Enhancement Center.

Glominerals offers an extensive line, suitable for supplementing other makeup products or starting an overall fresh approach to a makeup routine. To start, the face primer sets the tone for flawless makeup application. Loose, pressed and liquid foundations are available for even coverage. And for a final touch, the lineup of blushes and bronzers comes in both powder and gel formulas. Endless hues make up the palette of eye and lip colors, available in both stick and cream options. The Skin Enhancement Center recommends and offers many services to revive the look and feel of your skin so that you can start a new routine with Glominerals on a fresh, healthy canvas.

Cancer Prevention Starts Now

It’s important to take preliminary steps in all types of cancer prevention, and the Skin Enhancement Center suggests that you start with the skin. In July 2009, the International Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC), elevated tanning beds to its highest cancer risk category, stating that they are “carcinogenic to humans.” Because a majority of women have used tanning beds in the past, it’s paramount to pay close attention to skin now and analyze its current state. It is possible to detect and minimize possible damage.

“Skin cancer rates continue to rise and the best treatment is early detection. Dermatology is the only discipline to specialize in the skin. Make an appointment now to get that funny mole or other spots checked,” Dr. Moeller advises.

Although these services may be considered indulgent, undergoing them provides a close evaluation of the skin’s condition, bringing to light any abnormalities or potential skin cancer concerns. How does this correlate to breast cancer? Severe stages of skin cancers can spread beyond the body’s surface and into other tissues and organs, making it vital to assess skin that has been exposed to the sun’s harsh rays or tanning beds.

A Special Incentive to Evaluate Skin Health

Throughout the month of October, the Skin Enhancement Center proudly offers a 15 percent discount on all procedures (excluding packages) to those who wear pink to their appointments. You are invited to come in for this limited-time offer, pamper yourself and play an active role in your own cancer prevention.

For more information on Glominerals products and other Moeller Dermatology and the Skin Enhancement Center resources, call (316) 682-7546 or e-mail us at info@moellerdermatology.com. We are the premier skin care facility in Wichita with physicians on site, ensuring a high-quality, luxurious experience to keep your skin radiant year round.

“Skin cancer rates continue to rise and the best treatment is early detection.”