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? …
Author: Kristy Kennedy
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 …
6 Quick Tips on How To Get Rid of Forehead Wrinkles
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 …
Moles vs. Freckles: What’s Normal & What’s Not With Your Spots
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 …
New Year’s Skin Care Resolutions to Ring in 2019
How active are you in your personal skin care? Our culture has shifted to be very health conscious, which is great. We wear devices that track our heart rates and steps. We try trendy diets and join niche exercise classes. But proper skin care might not always be at the top of our lists. Fortunately …
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, …
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 …
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 …
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 …