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
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
Halo is the first fractionated laser that uses both ablative and non-ablative technology. The ablative wavelength targets tiny pathways in the skin, leaving the area around it unscathed. Meanwhile, the non-ablative wavelength drills little thermal injuries into the skin, which trigger collagen and elastin production (the stuff that minimizes fine lines and wrinkles). “Halo fires these two wavelength simultaneously, making Continue reading
If you’ve been wondering if you can get a chemical peel if you have active acne, the answer is a definite yes! When your skin suffers from active acne blemishes, or even if you have scarring from acne that occurred in the past, getting a chemical peel is a great idea. Here are four reasons why you should get a Continue reading
Who is a good candidate for Sculptra? Sculptra is a remarkable weapon in our arsenal for the war against aging skin. It actually helps restore some of the collagen that your body isn’t producing at the levels it did in younger years. “Sculptra is really unique when it comes to restoring volume in the skin,” says Dr. Adam Mamelak, dermatologist Continue reading
Living with acne scarring can sometimes be embarrassing, and can prevent you from looking and feeling your best. In the past, very few effective treatments for acne scarring existed and most had significant recovery time. However, Platelet Rich Plasma (PRP) is a newly developed method used to treat acne scars and other skin issues. “PRP uses growth factors in your Continue reading
Here in the United States, nearly half of us have unwanted colored patches on our skin. Maybe it’s a birthmark, or maybe it’s the dreaded dark spots we start to notice as we get older. Today a laser, first made popular by its ability to remove tattoos, is treating other unwanted markings as well. PICO Genesis works on the surface Continue reading
Ultherapy is a non-surgical, non-invasive procedure cleared by the FDA to lift and tighten skin and minimize lines and wrinkles of the brow, neck, chin, and chest. The procedure uses focused ultrasound energy, targeting multiple levels of tissue beneath the skin and promoting new collagen production. Lasers and fillers are not involved in the procedure. It is the only non-invasive Continue reading
Botulinum toxin (Botox) has a long and winding history. The “the little neurotoxin that could,” as USA Today once proclaimed it, wasn’t always sought after for a smooth and youthful appearance. Instead, its usefulness among physicians originated within ophthalmology, when Dr. Alan B. Scott discovered it to be a viable treatment option for patients with strabismus, or crossed eyes. Gradually, the scope of Continue reading
