The American Academy of Cosmetic Surgery (AACS) has just released their annual survey for cosmetic surgery procedures performed in the 2008 calendar year. The results indicate that procedures for females are on the rise, while procedures for males have dropped from 2007 totals. In 2008, female … [Read more...]
UK Government to End Cosmetic Surgery Inspections
If you're thinking of traveling to the UK for some kind of cosmetic surgical laser procedure, or if you're a citizen living in the UK and are thinking about getting one, you may want to think a little harder, or even find a plan B. The government has decided that, in a bid to try and cut down on the … [Read more...]
Ancestry Determines Effectiveness of Skin Procedures
Although you may desire something like a chemical peel, even a light one, you need to be aware that what's in your genes matters. Though you may have blonde hair and blue eyes, if there's a bit of Native American, Latin, Mediterranean, Asian or African American somewhere in the last few generations, … [Read more...]
Microdermabrasion for Scarred Skin
There are few things more horrifying to a teenager than a massive pimple placed prominently on the face. Sometimes they go away within a few days, sometimes they stay a little longer. And what is hoped, other than the pimple remaining invisible to all who might look in the direction of the victim, … [Read more...]
Laser Treatment: Handle with Care
As demand for laser treatments has increased exponentially, more and more people are suffering from poorly done treatments.Although there is no data on exactly how many or what percentage of treatments are wrongly done, the effects are clear: Burning Scarring Pain Remember, lasers are … [Read more...]
She Walks in Beauty
SHE walks in beauty, like the night Of cloudless climes and starry skies; And all that 's best of dark and bright Meet in her aspect and her eyes: Thus mellow'd to that tender light Which heaven to gaudy day denies. One shade the more, one ray the less, Had half impair'd the nameless grace Which … [Read more...]
Laser Treatment: State of the Art
For many years now, laser skin resurfacing has been an effective alternative to chemical peels and microdermabrasion. Innovations have centered mostly on using newer lasers with more skin-friendly properties.We have gone from CO2 lasers to Erbium lasers.Compared to CO2 lasers, Erbium lasers are … [Read more...]
Why we want to be beautiful
Psychological studies have shown that people looking for a partner, make their selections based on parameters falling into three major categories. 1) Companionate factors like sense of humor, romantic engagement, and other personality traits that make us feel someone would be a good match. 2) … [Read more...]
Exfoliate
You know that exfoliating is an essential part of good skin care, and that it makes your skin look younger and more beautiful, but with so many different ways to do it, you may be a little confused. Exfoliating removes dead skin cells and help to unclog pores. It gives your skin a health glow, … [Read more...]
Majority in Poll Results Shows Plastic Surgery Hot Option
Many people facing the competetive job market are trying to find new ways to keep the upper hand - even if it means altering their appearance. Looking young and refreshed is a more likely way to obtain and maintain a good working position in the workforce. An informal Los Angeles Business survey … [Read more...]
