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Cold Weather’s Effects on your Skin The plight of those with sensitive skin or Rosacea is compounded by cold weather and indoor heating. Sensitive skin flushes between the cold air and indoor heat. How do you calm touchy skin and keep the flushes in check? Keep your skin moisturized. Avoid spicy food and alcohol […]
Lasers are the gold standard for acne scar treatments, but a simple mechanical device based on fine needle penetration can also deliver some of the same benefits at a more affordable price point. Microneedling has been a standard procedure in Europe for decades. The premise is simple – create a small wound and the skin […]
As we embark on the New Year, millions of New Year’s resolutions will involve slimming down and shaping up. If your goal is to shed some weight and reduce cellulite, you should be cautious about fad diets touting results that are too good to be true. Firstly, you should know cellulite is not eliminated by […]
The next big thing in skin care may be bacteria. A group of scientists won the 2011 Nobel Prize for their research showing how skin bacteria support a healthy immune system. Other research has shown certain skin bacteria combat infection-causing bacteria that lead to problems like acne and eczema. The skincare industry seems to think good bacteria […]
As a nail-painting trend swept this past summer’s Olympic Games, there were many images on the internet of athlete’s hands. Some athletes were decorating their nails with patriotic designs, like the Union Jack nails sported by British swimmer Rebecca Adlington. Most of the athletes are relatively young, and their hands display the plump, wrinkle-free appearance […]
For most of us, lasting beauty doesn’t simply come naturally. Even Kim Kardashian has to put work into her famous looks. The celebrity spends more than $100,000 each year on beautifying herself with laser skin resurfacing and other treatments, according to Britain’s Daily Mail. Fighting the effects of aging and keeping your body in shape takes time and […]
New off-label uses for Ultherapy include the décolletage (approved in Japan), arms, thighs, buttocks and even hyperhidrosis. You may have heard the term “off label” before and wonder what it means. Or you might have thought it was in some way illegal, but actually “off label” simply means the FDA did not participate in any clinical […]
Treatment Combinations – Power Duos and No-No’s We get a lot of questions about which treatments can or should be completed in the same appointment. Although there are no rules written in stone, we do have suggested sequencing to help you get the most effect and the longest effect from your procedures. Top Power Duo: […]
Cellulite is caused by a combination of structural factors in your skin and subcutaneous fat. While many of them are hard to control, one that you can control is getting better nutrition for your skin. Healthy skin is better at concealing cellulite, and may turn moderate cellulite into a minor case and conceal a minor […]
A balanced diet is healthy for your entire body, including your skin. Everything in your diet contributes to the health of your skin, and it’s important to make sure you’re getting all of it in the right proportions. Here’s a breakdown of the role foods play in keeping your skin healthy. Carbs: Carbs have long […]