Since skin is our largest and most visible organ, it’s the outward barometer of how attractive and healthy a person might be. Even though beauty is a totally subjective idea, the concept of it is tied to youth. Youthful skin is typically characterized by even skin color, lack of wrinkles, tautness, and good hydration. When visible freckles, inflammation, sun spots, and wrinkles are noticeable our perceived age goes up unfortunately. Preventative measures are crucial for the long-term health of the skin.

The tables have turned and it’s all about doing more with less. Gone are the days of 10-step Korean glass skin regimens; in are simplified, concern-oriented programs with fewer products. This will be a breath of fresh air for the time strapped, the budget conscious, and the overly sensitized consumers. This minimalistic trend may seem to be everywhere right now but the idea has been dermatologists’ holy grail for a long time. Patients who layer AHAs, vitamin C serums, retinols, niacinamide, peptides, BHAs, etc.

Routines in general help to reduce the stress of the unknown. It provides a sense of being in control of something during this uncertain time and is also a sign that people haven’t given up hope. 2020 took a toll on all of us, aging us all physically and mentally. This isn’t the first time people have turned to cosmetics as a beacon of hope.

Like any treatment, pros and cons must be weighed to make sure it’s right for the individual. For me, it was a great step in streamlining my daily routines and always making me vacation-ready. As great as laser hair removal is, touch-ups are needed as time goes on. It is a reduction in the amount of hair, not a 100% eradication of every last hair follicle. If you’re ready to take the next steps to a smoother future call the office today and make a consultation.

The basis of the NuFace that makes it work is an electrical current. The use of electricity in a medical setting is far from a new thing. There’s actually evidence that the ancient Greeks used electrical currents generated by the “magical” torpedo fish to treat arthritis and localized pain and swelling. (1,3) Talk about being ahead of the curve. Today physical therapists, vets, orthopedists, among other specialists have been using it consistently for years to help with improving wound healing to reducing delayed onset muscle soreness and pain management (2). 

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.

When 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.

Arnica 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. 

here 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.

Even 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.

The “World’s Worst Picture” of you will help us, as practitioners, develop the most effective treatment plan for you long-term.

There 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.