How To Get the Perfect Selfie… On average people take 5-10 selfies before getting that perfect “post-able” selfie… And the older you are, the more attempts you typically make to capture that perfect portrait. Taking a selfie has become part of our culture. It is an important way of how we view ourselves and how others see us and our…
How Do I Prevent Aging?
We get a lot of questions about when is the best time to start anti-aging treatments. These questions remind me of an old Chinese proverb: When is the best time to plant a tree? 20 years ago. When is the second best time? Now! Most people today recognize that preventing aging is easier than reversing it. That said, what are…
Chemical Peels
What is a Chemical Peel? The chemical peel is a common tool in the cosmetic surgeon’s bag of tricks. Chemical peels have been used for hundreds of years. There are even stories of Cleopatra using sour goat’s milk to keep her skin beautiful (the sour milk contains lactic acid, which is used as a chemical exfoliant). So how do chemical…
Fall…A Beautiful Season
Fall is an amazing time … for a more beautiful you! Fall is a beautiful season. The colors of the trees, the smells of apples and cinnamon, the warmth of a bonfire, the crunch of leaves under your feet and one of my favorites… the taste of a pumpkin spice latte! Fall is also a great time to get beautiful! …
Benefits of Fractional Laser Treatment
In a recent blog, we discussed the importance of skin care. The migration time of keratinocytes (skin cells) is very important in the overall appearance of your skin. If the time is too long, your skin will be dry and thick. If the migration time is not even across the skin surface you will have patches or dark spots. While…
Skin Composition and General Care
Skin Composition and General Care Your skin is the largest organ in your body. It protects you from infection, dehydration, UV radiation and so much more. It is also your presentation to those around you. Given the daily assault on your skin, it’s important that you care for it properly to maintain its function and beauty. The outermost layer of…
Don’t Ignore Your Neck…
Have you ever seen the guys at the carnival that guess peoples’ ages? They are usually very close, even when people don’t necessarily look their age. So how do they do it? Many of them will tell you that they don’t actually base their guess on the person’s face, they look at their neck and their hands. These are areas…
Skin Changes with Age
Skin Changes with Age Everyone knows that our skin changes as we age. It’s visible in the wrinkles and age spots. Not everyone knows why we age or that there are things that can be done to help prevent or reverse the signs of aging. There are multiple factors involved in the aging process. Unfortunately, one of the biggest factors…
Photorejuvenation using IPL
You would never own a car and not change the oil. Preventative maintenance is important to the life and performance of your vehicle. Your skin also requires maintenance to enhance its performance and appearance. There are many components of a good preventative maintenance program for your skin. One that you may not have considered is IPL or Intense Pulsed Light. …
How to Keep Your Skin Looking Healthy & Young
Your skin is an amazing organ. It protects you from the elements, prevents dehydration and helps to keep you from getting sick. It is exposed to sun, cold, chemicals and toxins on a daily basis. As we age our skin begins to look “weathered,” dry and wrinkled. We long for the healthy glow of youthful skin and try all sorts…
