With literally thousands of skin care products to choose from, it’s easy to get overwhelmed by all of the amazing claims and active ingredients even with the guidance of a professional. However, there’s one product that seems to consistently float to the top of the list of high performers, Retin-A.
Read MoreWhen we were allowed to reopen and resume business, you came back. We took, and still continue to take, all safety precautions to keep patients and staff healthy and you felt safe here. We breathed a sigh of relief when the schedule became completely filled. The business made it through when others didn’t because of your fierce loyalty and love for what we do. There is no doubt that we are successful because of our patients.
Read MoreArnica Montana is a pretty orangey-yellow flower that grows high in the mountains of central Europe and Siberia. It’s been used for centuries to treat contusions, tissue injuries, bruises, and rheumatism. But what makes it work? Like many homeopathic remedies, the mechanism of action isn’t completely clear, but a common denominator among a lot of research is the anti-inflammatory properties of phytochemical compounds called helenalin and dihydrohelenalin. Long story short, these compounds deactivate essential metabolic enzymes that can cause inflammation.
Read Morehere are three ideal ways of killing fat cells: freezing them, heating them, or sucking them out. Death of the cells means it is permanently gone. CoolSculpting treats your subcutaneous fat layer, that squishy pinchable fat, by cooling the fat cells down to an exact temperature until they freeze while not harming your skin in the process. Your body then gets rid of those dead cells through the lymphatic system.
Read MoreWe’ve been partaking in all things Coronavirus for a solid month now and it’s becoming the new normal of daily life. If your hands are anything like mine, the amount of handwashing I’m doing is wreaking havoc on the skin.
Read MoreOnce upon a time a selfie was done out of photographic desperation with a disposable Kodak camera usually only capturing a grainy half of a head. Now the selfie is used as pictorial proof you were somewhere, doing something but more dangerously as a mirror to what a person thinks they should look like.
Read MoreIf you and I have ever had a conversation at the office about wrinkles or skin laxity, you’ve probably heard me say that in order to create real change in the skin you must inflict an injury upon it.
Read MoreWe’ve survived the heat and made it to August, and I can almost guarantee that you’ve had at least one sunburn by now. Here are some tips for taking care of your skin next time you spend too much time in the sun.
Read MoreSummer is finally here and in full swing which means pool time, patios, and more time outside. Even with all the fun stuff going on try to stay consistent with your skin care. Here are some tips that can take you through the summer months.
Read MoreEven though some clients think I can do magic, the closest thing to a magic wand that I have as an aesthetician is the CO2 laser.
Read MoreThe “World’s Worst Picture” of you will help us, as practitioners, develop the most effective treatment plan for you long-term.
Read MoreThere is an omnipresent temptation with food that surrounds us every day, especially as the holidays approach. . For as obvious as it might seem, the connection between what we eat and how our skin responds has been glossed over for decades as a lot of doctors’ dietary knowledge is fairly elementary. Recently I’ve begun to see more and more documentation of the skin/food connection.
Read MoreSkin Care Doesn’t Stop at the Surface
The approaching holiday season seems to be a kick starter for a lot of people to begin working out in order to look good in those mandatory family pictures. Crunches, cardio, and weights set the stage for a healthy, taut body but have you ever thought about working out your face?
Read MoreDuring July and August, the temps raise which can cause as much as 10% of the hair follicles to enter this phase.
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Read MoreThe first treatment specifically formulated to treat the dreaded “bar code” lines, which form in mid life on the upper lip. Receive a free full size ATP Reset Moisturizer ($99 value!) with the purchase of Dermal Contour Pressed Serum in September!
Read MoreI found the SculpSure treatment to be quite easy. A belt holding the treatment frames was attached to my legs and, after thorough explanation, the treatment began. I didn’t know what to expect pain- or sensation-wise. I could feel periods of deep heat alternated with cooling, and even felt more on one side than the other. After 25 minutes it was all done…
Read MoreFirst off, “paraben” is an umbrella term for chemical esters used for many decades as preservatives. They’re a cheap and effective way to extend shelf-life and inhibit the growth of bacteria, fungus and mold in cosmetics, hair care products, shaving products, moisturizers, pharmaceuticals and some foods but, ironically, aren’t found in many deodorants.
Read MoreClothing is our first line of defense against ultraviolet rays. After a long Colorado winter the thought of covering up with long sleeves and pants is less than desirable, I get it. The more surface area you cover, though, the less damage you’ll incur. There are many clothing lines that now come with a UPF rating. UPF stands for Ultraviolet Protection Factor…
Read MoreSkin cancer is by far the most common type of cancer. If you have skin cancer, it is important to know which type you have because it affects your treatment options and your outlook (prognosis). If you aren’t sure which type of skin cancer you have, ask your doctor so you can get the right information. From Basal Cell to Squamous Cell to Melanoma…
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