We all want to look our best, and one of the most effective ways to do that is by taking care of the largest organ in the human body – your skin. Our skin is often taken for granted. Over time, however, aging, sun exposure, dry seasons, lifestyle choices, and other factors can take a
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What Is a Facial Hair Transplant and How Does It Work?
As boys come of age in today’s society, fathers teaching sons to shave is a rite of passage. It is during the onset of puberty, usually in the high school years, that those stray chin and upper-lip hairs usually begin to sprout on a boy’s face. Today’s stereotypical image of a “man’s man” often conjures
Read MoreThe Best Cosmetic Procedure for Plump Lips
If your best friend or fellow book club buddy happens to be showing off a plumper-than-normal pout, it isn’t magic – it may be one of the many cosmetic procedures available on the market. Years ago, people with thin lips would rely on dangerous and unproven methods to make their lips look fuller. In fact,
Read MoreWhat Is Alopecia?
Losing one’s hair can be a traumatic experience. If you’re experiencing hair loss on your head, you may be one of the millions of Americans who are affected by alopecia. Types of Alopecia Below, we discuss the various types of alopecia and the forms of hair loss it causes. Alopecia Areata In the case of
Read MoreBest Medical-Grade Skin Care Recommended by Plastic Surgeons
Before you stop into your nearby Sephora to splurge on the latest celebrity-endorsed wrinkle cream that’s promising younger-looking skin, consider visiting a medical expert instead. While makeup destinations stock their shelves with an array of potions and creams designed to polish your complexion, they don’t always deliver on their promise. Oftentimes, they leave you with
Read MoreAre you cheating on your cosmetic injector?!
Let’s be honest. “Grouponing” and couponing is almost a national sport. Who doesn’t want to save money? Everyone does—Duh! But, what happens if you do follow the sale and (not to be too cliché) you get what you paid for? Then what? The neuromodulator or the dermal filler just didn’t quite turn out the way
Read MoreGet Up & Glow with the SkinMedica Illuminize Chemical Peel
Searching for that red-carpet glow? In recent years, chemical peels have regained Holy Grail status, and are now widely considered the go-to method for manifesting envy-worthy skin. Many popular 1990s skincare techniques (like peels) had been pushed aside for high-tech lasers and devices throughout the early 2000s. However, unlike early glycolic acid peels, which burned
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