Restylane is a hyaluronic acid-based dermal filler applied as a facial injection. Hyaluronic acids are sugars found naturally in the skin that help improve its hydration, fullness and elasticity. The purpose of Restylane is to diminish wrinkles while restoring volume and fullness to the treatment area, which may include the face or hands. The Restylane [...]
Many people think of Botox injections as a cosmetic treatment only. While it helps eliminate wrinkles, the benefits of Botox go far beyond just providing an aesthetic improvement. If you’re considering joining the 4.6 million Americans who seek Botox injections each year, consider the benefits that await you. Reduce facial wrinkles: Let’s start with the [...]
Your skin is the largest organ in your body. It plays a vital role in protecting you from disease and greatly affects the way you look. For these reasons, it’s important to develop healthy skin habits. Here are the best ways to protect your skin. Reduce Sun Exposure Excessive sun exposure and severe [...]
Most people understand the importance of wearing sunscreen during the hot summer months, but did you know that you should actually be wearing sunscreen all year long? Wearing sunscreen can feel like an inconvenience, but it’s something that’s necessary to protect your skin. It might seem like it’s overdoing it to wear sunscreen during the [...]
When it comes to skin cancer, there’s good news and there’s bad news. Let’s start with the bad news first: skin cancer is the most common type of cancer that the average person will face, with more than three million people being diagnosed each year in the U.S. The good news about skin cancer is [...]
Are you embarrassed by excessive underarm sweat? Do antiperspirants stain and ruin your shirts? When you can’t get relief from topical over-the-counter treatments for underarm sweating, this might mean you have a condition known as hyperhidrosis, which is caused by overactive sweat glands. As a result, you may feel sticky and sweaty almost all the [...]
Technology has come a long way and there are now multiple options when it comes to aesthetic procedures. Two of the more popular and effective procedures for getting rid of unwanted pockets of fat under the chin are CoolSculpting and Kybella. CoolSculpting is a non-invasive way to get rid of that double chin appearance without [...]
It’s easy to take the sun for granted, but it has a profound effect on your skin. In addition to performing daily skin care, such as wearing sunscreen, you should also consider which cosmetic procedures are safe during the summer. After all, certain treatments could cause undesirable skin pigment changes when mixed with sun exposure, [...]
Each year more than a million people receive a chemical peel treatment. The procedure helps improve the youthful appearance of the skin and is FDA-approved. It’s quite effective in making your face look younger and more exuberant. If you’ve never had a chemical peel, the name of the procedure can sound a bit intimidating. During [...]
Everyone craves beautifully bronzed skin, but at what price? Hundreds of thousands of people are diagnosed with melanoma each year in the US. You may even know someone who has had skin cancer. Still, you might find it hard to resist the call of the tanning bed, where you can fake-and-bake just in time for [...]
