Topical calcineurin inhibitors are treatments used to control atopic dermatitis, which is the most common form of chronic eczema. Topical calcineurin inhibitors are usually prescribed to patients as a steroid sparing therapy. “They are typically not as effective during an eczema flare as quickly as topical steroids, which still form a mainstay of therapy, but are an ideal maintenance therapy Continue reading
We are our biggest critics. When we look in the mirror we see every flaw from the sagging eyelids and double chin to the love handles we have fought since we discovered the joys of chocolate and ice cream. Be it age, stress, or just living life it takes a toll on our bodies. We try dieting, exercising, creams, sleeping, Continue reading
When thinking about probiotics, the first thing that comes to mind for many people is yogurt. While it is true that probiotics are good for your gut, most people are unaware that they are also good for your skin too! Read on to find out how using probiotics can help you look and feel your best on the inside and Continue reading
There are many solutions and machines out there that promise results, but not very many deliver. Trying to wade through the different options, packages, and offers can often be exhausting. However, there are some solutions out there that are definitely worth the investment and provide the right results. “In our experience, BTL Exilis is worth it because we have seen Continue reading
When you think of the telltale signs of aging, most people automatically think of crows feet, laugh lines, wrinkles, and age spots, issues mainly on the face. But aging can happen anywhere on your body, especially your chest. External factors and your personal lifestyle can contribute to a premature appearance of aging on the chest. Many things speed up the Continue reading
Summertime is a time to enjoy the outdoors, whether hiking, splashing in the pool, or watching the ocean waves roll in. It is not, however, an ideal time for many cosmetic procedures if you are the outdoorsy type. If you have big vacation plans or an upcoming event (July wedding, perhaps?) in the fresh air and wish for a bit Continue reading
Are you tired of seeing unsightly fine lines and wrinkles when you look at yourself in the mirror? Do you struggle with signs of aging on your skin? What if you could rid yourself of these pesky problems with a fast, easy, and noninvasive procedure? You can with Ultherapy! What Is Ultherapy? Ultherapy is an FDA approved procedure using nonsurgical Continue reading
The Beauty of Botox Botox is a paralyzing agent consisting of botulinum toxin A and is FDA approved to treat areas between the brows, around the eyes and lip areas. “Botox works by preventing the muscle contraction that leads to hide wrinkles you don’t want,” explains Dr. Azeen Sadeghian, board certified dermatologist at Sanova Dermatology in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. Results from a Botox treatment Continue reading
No matter how well you take care of your face, or how firm and trim you keep your body via regular exercise and a healthy diet, one thing that can always give your age away is your hands. As the skin becomes thinner and loses its resiliency, the backs of your hands begin to show their true age. In effect Continue reading
Starting the anti-aging process and maintenance with Botox cosmetic treatments is a very personal decision and one that shouldn’t be taken lightly. “Being informed as much as possible on the treatment itself is one of the best ways to ensure you are making a correct decision for yourself,” shares Selina Santos, certified physician assistant at Sanova Dermatology in Austin, Texas. Continue reading
