Vitamin C is a favorite ingredient in the beauty industry, often recommended by dermatologists thanks to its numerous benefits to the skin. In fact, you can use it with any skin type since it does not lead to the side effects that come with other active ingredients. Vitamin C also referred to as ascorbic acid or L-ascorbic acid is a Continue reading
With endless skincare products in the market claiming to do many things, you need to be careful when shopping. For that matter, one of the most important things you need to look at when picking a product is the ingredients it contains. And equally crucial, the skin concerns those ingredients target. If you have mature skin, the Biopelle skin range Continue reading
Matrix CO2 Fractional Laser Treatment uses a grid pattern of thousands of small pulses of laser to remove years of sun and age damaged skin. “The laser works like aerating a yard, vaporizing many small ‘plugs’ of skin deep into the dermis, removing the old, damaged skin, and stimulating the development of healthy new collagen,” shares Dr. Jeffrey Poole, a Continue reading
Growing up, kids hear many well-intended sound bites from their parents that serve as reminders to do their best. “Please brush your teeth.” “Did you comb your hair?” “Wear your mask and bring a spare just in case.” While some lessons are seasonal, others stand the test of time. “Don’t pick at it, or it will scar.” Kids the world Continue reading
There is a common misconception that cosmetic dermatology is reserved just for women, but this is simply not the case at all. In fact, statistics taken from both The American Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgeons and The American Society of Plastic Surgeons show that minimally invasive cosmetic procedures have exponentially increased among male patients year after year. There are so many Continue reading
Many people overlook antioxidants when planning their skincare routine, but this leaves out an important part of skincare. Here are five reasons you don’t want to miss out on the benefits of antioxidants: Skin-firming “With the aging process, our skin loses its firmness. In order to prolong healthier-looking skin, products containing antioxidants will encourage a younger firmer look,” mentions Natalie Continue reading
Skincare ingredients are vital components of our skincare products. Each of them has its own benefits in keeping your skin healthy. Two ingredients, in particular, that are beneficial and are found in many products are glycolic and salicylic acid. These common acidic ingredients help your skin in different ways. Here are three ways these ingredients play different roles for your Continue reading
Laser resurfacing is used to treat a variety of conditions, including wrinkles, sun damage, age spots, acne scars, and uneven skin tone. “This procedure targets molecular bonds in the skin to help heal damaged areas and reduce the appearance of skin damage and signs of aging,” shares Natalie Smith, a licensed medical aesthetician and certified laser technician at Sanova Dermatology Continue reading
“When it comes to effective skincare ingredients, a few major players come to mind, like sunscreen, antioxidants, peptides, and retinol,” shares Nikki Donovan, a licensed medical aesthetician at Sanova Dermatology in Austin, Texas. “But another active ingredient has entered the game and is getting a lot of attention… growth factors,” she continues. What is this ingredient, and why is it Continue reading
In today’s world of lasers, peels and chemical treatments you may think that having a good skincare routine isn’t important, but nothing could be further from the truth. When you have a good skincare regime in place you will benefit even more from procedures in your dermatologist’s office. Learn how to institute a stellar skincare regime and reap the benefits Continue reading
