Poet Thomas Nashe once wrote, "Beauty is but a flower, which wrinkles will devour." While technically the sentiment is true, you don't have to let wrinkles, blemishes, and signs of aging take away from your beauty. One effective tool in the battle against aging is a chemical peel. But are [...]
One of the greatest joys in life is laughter, but it has the unfortunate side effect of creating deep lines and wrinkles around the mouth, especially the upper lip, due to continual muscle movement. These lines are often referred to as smile lines, and they can increase in depth and [...]
Choker necklaces. Scrunchies. Overalls. There's no denying that there's been a recent resurgence in '90s fashion and beauty. Perhaps, then, it's no surprise that the chemical peel is trending. Once the most popular skin treatment in a dermatologist's office, they were soon eclipsed by the advances in laser technology and [...]
It's not hard to see that there are thousands of acne solutions on the market. From creams to pills, and everything in between, we see it advertised everywhere that we look. Even A-list celebrities share their stories about how this product or that treatment helped them beat acne. There's no [...]
What Science Says As of now, there have been no clinical trials done with the purpose of determining if Botox is safe during pregnancy or while breastfeeding. While there’s not enough evidence to claim that Botox leads to fetal harm, it’s better to be safe than sorry. Take a break [...]
Summer is winding down, and your skin is bearing the consequences of too much fun in the sun. If you’ve slacked on the sunscreen, you might be noticing some major discoloration and uneven tones of your skin. What can be done to reverse this damage? A great place to start [...]
Microdermabrasion sounds harsh. We know that “abrasion” means to scrape something, and that hardly seems like a healthy plan for our skin. Fortunately, dermatologists can use abrasive materials in ways that enhance the natural beauty of your skin. What is Microdermabrasion? If you’ve ever used an exfoliant that incorporates hard [...]
Have you tried acne treatment after acne treatment only to find that stubborn bumps are persisting? You might not be dealing with acne. Milia cysts are small, stubborn bumps that can appear anywhere on the face, but typically make their homes on the nose and cheeks. They appear when keratin, [...]
Shingles is an incredibly painful condition caused by the same virus that causes chickenpox. Unfortunately, those who suffered through chicken pox as a child are at risk of developing shingles later in life. This is because the virus can lay dormant, reactivating when the conditions are right for the virus [...]
Acne doesn’t just affect teenagers. It can leave a lasting impression on the faces of adults. Men who struggle with acne face the same consequences as anyone else: lowered confidence, frustration, and a simple desire to get rid of blemishes. Fortunately, acne treatments have come a long way. Finding the [...]
