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When the Sun Goes Down…Try These Treatments
Posted on: September 8th, 2017
Some cosmetic procedures are best performed when the sun isn’t too strong. With beach days behind us and more clothing ahead, fall is a good time to think about having these treatments. Here are a few procedures to think about: Intense Pulsed Light (IPL) This laser procedure helps to decrease redness, pigmentation, lines […] [ Read More ]
Cheek to Cheek
Posted on: August 30th, 2017
You may not notice it right away, but cheeks tend to flatten as you get older. It’s typically a less obvious sign of aging, but if you see a change in contour, it could be time for an easy fix. Sometimes, the natural curve of your cheek is lost, causing your skin to droop […] [ Read More ]
The Hit Parade of Eye Concerns: Your Four Favorites
Posted on: August 24th, 2017
The delicate skin above and under your eyes is prone to all sorts of issues. And, since your eyes are central to your overall expression, any small problems seem to have great impact. The aging process tends to reveal itself significantly in this thin skin, but there are tried-and-true treatments for minimizing its negative effects. […] [ Read More ]
The Fraxel Decision: Which is Right for You?
Posted on: August 16th, 2017
The gold standard of laser skin rejuvenation treatments, Fraxel is a state-of-the-art procedure for repairing skin. Whether you suffer from sun damage or the effects of aging and the environment, Fraxel lasers safely and effectively restore your skin. Pinpointing just the areas that need improvement, Fraxel will return your skin to its youthful radiance, texture […] [ Read More ]
Sun Spots: Inevitable, but Reparable
Posted on: August 9th, 2017
No matter how religious you are about avoiding the sun, you’ve probably noticed a freckle or two by this point in the summer. Ultraviolet radiation has a way of seeping through hats and sunscreen, no matter how hard you try to cover up, and it’s a major cause of visible aging. Blotchy, uneven skin tone […] [ Read More ]
Don’t Forget Those Hands
Posted on: July 31st, 2017
You may have taken care to keep your face and body looking youthful, but the telltale signs of aging happen in places that we might forget. Hands, even though we use them and see them all of the time, are one of the most overlooked spots for cosmetic treatment. Because they are so active and […] [ Read More ]
Neck News
Posted on: July 26th, 2017
For many of you, the neck is a body area that you’d like to improve. Because the skin is so delicate, it’s prone to changes in tautness, smoothness and color, particularly as we age. Some of you may notice little lines or bands that run horizontally around the neck or vertical cords (platysmal bands) […] [ Read More ]
The Skin Cycle: What You Can Expect, Decade by Decade
Posted on: July 19th, 2017
Your skin has a natural plan. With each year that passes, it undergoes assorted stressors, some that it has experienced before and some that are brand new. And it reacts to these changing stimuli in different ways, subtle and not-so. Unfortunately, while you may not feel any older, your skin has another story to tell. […] [ Read More ]
The Pre-Lipo Quiz
Posted on: July 10th, 2017
I hear from a lot of you who are considering body sculpting treatments that losing weight is difficult, no matter what strategies you try. Often, you’ll tell me that you exercise routinely and watch your calories but still can’t drop even five extra pounds. For those of you are experiencing a metabolism that is slowing […] [ Read More ]
The Most Desirable Lips
Posted on: July 4th, 2017
It’s not hard to notice a beautiful pair of lips. You just recognize them when you see them. But what, exactly, makes them so attractive? Earlier this year, a study published in JAMA Facial Plastic Surgery analyzed how lip surface area and top-to-bottom ratio impacted people’s opinion of overall beauty. Researchers showed focus groups […] [ Read More ]
The Nonsurgical Botox Brow Lift: How Does it Work?
Posted on: June 28th, 2017
The muscles of your face are some of the most complex in the body. Knowing exactly how they function beneath the surface of your skin is crucial for making subtle changes in your appearance. Some facial muscles work against each other—certain ones lift a given feature while other ones push it downward. The outer […] [ Read More ]
The Liquid Facelift: Tiny Time Commitment, Big-Time Results
Posted on: June 21st, 2017
With school doors about to shut for the summer, you may be feeling the squeeze on your typical routine. Many parents experience an extra juggle when kids are home, trying to balance so many responsibilities while adapting to the summer schedule. But there’s no reason that your personal beauty regimen has to hit the back […] [ Read More ]
