You may think that because elective procedures in many cases were put on pause during the pandemic that the demand for plastic surgery procedures went down. What happened is entirely the opposite. According to a recent report from the American Society of Plastic Surgeons, the demand for plastic surgery and […]
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Having gastric bypass weight-loss surgery or experiencing a significant weight loss brings about many things: new confidence, improved health and feeling better about your appearance. Losing a lot of weight can also leave you with excess skin, which can also mean unwanted bulging, rashes or sweating in certain areas. Dealing with unwanted […]
The word “laser” is relatively common in our modern vernacular, but did you know that “laser” is actually an acronym? That’s right! Laser stands for Light Amplification by Stimulated Emission of Radiation. It’s a mouthful, which is probably why most people just say laser! Do you know what a laser […]
Tax season is upon us, and for some people, that means owing money (ugh), while others can look forward to a refund. If you are lucky enough to get a refund, you may be planning to use it to pay off a bill, boost your savings, or buy something for […]
Sick of shaving? Tired of waxing and over messy chemical creams? If you’re living with the pain of ingrown hairs and rough stubble and trying to rid your body of unwanted body hair but have ruled out laser hair removal because you have a darker skin tone, you may want […]
Do you need more reasons to put down your cellphone or another excuse to unplug? We’ve got one for you that you may have never thought of before: The blue light emitted by electronics can damage your skin. Blue light — the type of light emitted from the screens of […]
The COVID-19 coronavirus pandemic is changing many things for our society. From social-distancing rules to canceling summer travel plans to mask mandates to how kids go to school to even how we shop for groceries, there’s no doubt that things are different, and they’re different here in our office, too. […]
Undeniably, losing weight has great benefits: Your overall health is improved, your clothes fit better and your confidence increases. But, when you lose weight, you may gain something else: loose skin. And loose skin can mean increased feelings of self-consciousness and more worries about how your clothes are going to […]
Many people think that bigger is better? In some cases, it sure is, but more isn’t always better when it comes to having bigger breasts. Why? Well, large and pendulous breasts can result in red marks on your shoulders; chronic pain in the neck, back and shoulders; yeast and skin […]
Mineral vs Chemical Sunscreen What’s the difference? Chemical sunscreens absorb into the skin and work by absorbing UV rays. Minerals sit on top of your skin and protect by reflecting UV rays. Minerals are much safer for sensitive skin and much less likely to cause irritation. Minerals Zinc oxide and Titanium Dioxide […]
