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Anti-Aging, Blog

Cosmetic Dermatology 101: What Are Facial Fillers?

There’s no shame in wanting to look your best. Just like you exercise, eat right, and practice a healthy, daily skincare routine, cosmetic dermatology is just another way to help your body age gracefully. You’ve likely heard of Botox, but what are facial fillers? And why should they be a part of your anti-aging procedures? …

Ask A Derm, Blog, Skin Conditions, Skin Treatments

What Causes Eczema to Flare Up and How Can It Be Treated?

According to the National Eczema Association, nearly 30 million Americans have some type of eczema. However, sharing a condition in common with so many other people doesn’t make it any less frustrating when a serious flare up threatens to derail your everyday life. Though individual cases vary in severity, most people who have eczema suffer …

Anti-Aging, Blog

6 Quick Tips on How To Get Rid of Forehead Wrinkles

forehead wrinkle

There are 43 muscles in the human face. That means with every single physical expression and animation, our faces (and skin) are working hard to maintain their look. Luckily, our skin’s natural elasticity is designed to help it fall back into place. Otherwise, we wouldn’t be able to convey such a unique and varied array …

Blog, Skin Conditions

Moles vs. Freckles: What’s Normal & What’s Not With Your Spots

moles vs freckles

Moles vs. Freckles Everyone’s skin is unique. From birthmarks to moles, freckles to complexion, your skin and everything that makes it distinct and special are also a part of what makes you, you. And while you should celebrate anything that makes you an individual, when it comes to distinguishing marks on your skin it’s important …

Ask A Derm, Blog

10 Winter Skin Care Tips to “Sleigh” the Season

Winter is upon us! For the most part, winter can be a time of fun and enjoyment. It brings in a new year, holiday celebrations with friends and family, and unique seasonal activities. If you live in an area that sees tangible seasonal changes – from temperature drops and snowfall that also leads to skiing, …

Blog, Laser Treatments

Laser Tattoo Removal Cost, Safety, Side Effects: Your Questions Answered

Mistakes happen. And in the case of tattoos, those mistakes can be costly in more ways than just your wallet. Maybe it was a late night in college, or the name of someone you thought you’d be with forever. Maybe that band you loved at 18 just didn’t age well, or the roadside tattoo parlor …

Anti-Aging, Ask A Derm, Blog

Botox Cosmetic Injections: 5 Common Myths Debunked

When you think of Botox, odds are you have a few stereotypes in mind about what exactly the treatment entails. Maybe you think of wealthy celebrities, desperately trying to cling to youth. Maybe you think of risky home procedures that end up in facial swelling and hospital visits. Or perhaps you picture someone with a frozen …

Blog, Skin Treatments, Skincare Treatments

The Top 4 Benefits of Microneedling

What are some of the benefits of microneedling and why should you consider it as part of your skincare regiment? Well, once you reach the age of 30, the levels of collagen and elastin in your skin can begin to decline. Collagen and elastin are essential for giving your skin a plump, healthy appearance. Your …