Introduction The increasing incidence of hair loss in the general population has led to the evolution of surgical and non-surgical approaches to hair restoration. But the success rate of such interventions and their cost-effectiveness has always been a debate amongst hair loss sufferers. Not to mention the side effects, such as sexual dysfunction and itching, […]
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Hair Removal
Face and body hair can be quite annoying to deal with. With standard hair removal methods such as shaving, waxing, plucking, depilatory creams, the hair keeps coming back! In addition, repeat shaving can irritate the skin and cause discoloration. Depilatory creams contain chemicals that can be harmful to the skin and cause severe burns and […]
Skincare Winter Guide
So the colder temps, frigid winds and harsh dry air are definitely upon us, and it’s only a matter of time until the effects of winter start showing on your skin. Yes, as luck would have it, not only is winter time tough on our emotions and our social calendar, it also wreaks havoc on […]
BOTOX FOR EXCESSIVE SWEATING
Excessive sweating can be unpleasant. Affected patients can suffer emotional and physical discomfort. This may result in stigmatization and depression. Emotional sweating particularly affects the palms, soles and occasionally the underarms. As such, this type of sweating typically does not happen during sleep or sedation. Therefore, it may require more targeted intervention. Botox for excessive […]
Fight Unwanted Blemishes with this 6 helpful tips:
Unwanted blemishes are not easy to live with. It can cause you to be self-conscious. In addition, people suffering from acne can be bullied and ridiculed. On top of all that, acne can leave permanent scaring on your face and body. Use these tips to learn how to fight unwanted blemishes and clear up your […]
Beautiful Skin in 12 Steps
It’s the age-old question all of us want to know – how do we achieve beautiful, radiant skin? It’s one of those questions that is common to us all, no matter your age, skin color, or even gender. It is the number one goal for all of our patients. There are many things you can […]
Botox vs. Dysport vs. Xeomin vs. Jeuveau
Botox vs Dysport vs Xeomin or Jeuveau? Which is the right toxin injection for you? Background: Botulinum toxin injections in aesthetic medicine is used primarily for the reduction of wrinkles. The bacteria Clostridium Botulinum produces a neurotoxin that can cause life threatening muscle paralysis known as Botulism. Botulinum toxin works by blocking the chemical signals […]
Cosmetic Chemical Peels:
Overview The application of cosmetic chemical peels to improve the condition of your skin is a simple, yet highly effective way to achieve renewed, glowing skin. Chemical peeling remains quite popular in the cosmetic skin industry. It is a technique that improves and enhances the smoothness of the skin using various acids. Most chemical peels […]
TREATMENT OF AGING SKIN:
Approach to the treatment of aging begins with understanding the skin changes with age. As the skin ages, there is a progressive slowing down of skin turn-over resulting in dull skin with increasing sunspots and age spots. In addition, collagen and elastin production also slows down resulting in thin skin that begins to wrinkle. Factors […]
APPROACH TO THE TREATMENT OF ACNE SKIN DISORDERS:
Effective acne treatment begins with improved understanding of the skin condition, Blemishes, whiteheads, blackheads, cysts, and any red, swollen bumps that give off warmth are signs of inflammation and acne. There are millions of people who struggle with acne all over the world; in fact, over 40 million people suffer from it. Triggers of Acne […]