The threads used in traditional stitches are smooth and require knots to hold them in place. Knots can increase the risk of infection, wound leakage, and scarring. Contour Threads have tiny barbs and anchor themselves without the need for knots. Currently used in suspension lifts (or thread lifts), … [Read more...]
Real Tanning Cream May Help Prevent Skin Cancer
The quest for the perfect tan can result in hyperpigmentation, premature aging, and ultimately, skin cancer. Melanoma, the most deadly form of skin cancer, is responsible for nearly 8,000 deaths each year in the U.S. alone. In an effort to look tan without exposure to UV rays, many people have … [Read more...]
Skin Resurfacing: Different Depths
Skin resurfacing options include ablative treatments, non-ablative treatments, or something that lies in between. Ablative treatments entirely remove the outer layer of skin. Recovery is significant, although not as serious as a facelift or other major surgery, but the results can be just as … [Read more...]
Mesotherapy
Mesotherapy involves injecting homeopathic or conventional medicines and/or vitamins into the middle layer of the skin (mesoderm). It has been used in France for over 50 years to treat a variety of health problems. It has recently become popular in the United States as a cosmetic treatment for … [Read more...]
Suspension Lifts
Suspension lifts, often referred to as "lunchtime" lifts, threadlifts, or featherlifts, are a less invasive alternative to traditional facelift surgery. They do involve some bruising, swelling, and recovery time, so you don't really want to plan on having one during your lunch break and then going … [Read more...]
Preparing for Laser Hair Removal
Preparation for laser hair removal can start weeks or months before your procedure depending on your circumstances. There are two basic concepts to keep in mind. The first is that you want your skin to be as light as possible and your hair to be as dark as possible when you have the procedure, … [Read more...]
Know Your Wrinkles
Before you can effectively do something about your wrinkles you need to understand what kind of wrinkles you have, how they got there, and what you can do to keep them from coming back. Static Wrinkles The wrinkles that always show and don't look any better no matter how much you relax your face, … [Read more...]
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