Quick Guide to Reducing Bruising

Most cosmetic treatments, whether it is a surgical procedure or injections of Botox, will have some bruising as a side effect. But there are ways to help shorten the duration of bruising during recovery from either surgical or non-invasive cosmetic treatments. Why bruising occurs When an incision or injection is made, much more is going on than you can see […]

Two No-Fuss Ways to Erase Years from Your Eyes

If there’s one part of the face that will give away your age, it would have to be eyes. The delicate and translucent skin surrounding the eyes makes it more susceptible to damage from the sun and harsh environmental elements that contribute to the appearance of crow’s feet. And the eyelids are no exception — the upper lids can significantly […]

Breast Reduction Helps Ease Back Pain

Breast augmentation is consistently one of the most popular cosmetic surgeries year in and year out. So, for some it’s difficult to understand why a woman with naturally large breasts would seek to have them reduced. It can really come down to two words — back pain. Chronic back pain is one of the main reasons women choose reduction surgery. […]

The Truth About Beauty Sleep: Myth or Fact?

Sleep is one of the most important factors that contribute to physical and mental health. Chronic lack of sleep has been shown to lead to a variety of short-term and long-term health issues, ranging from lowered immune system function to an increased risk for car crashes. When it comes to skin care, getting enough sleep is equally important. Sleep deprivation […]

Three Cosmetic Solutions to Consider If You Feel Bad About Your Neck

In 2006, American journalist and bestselling author Nora Ephron talked about her (and the majority of American women’s) neck aging woes in her book I Feel Bad About My Neck. Ephron lamented the lack of treatments or surgery that really work in reducing the appearance of neck aging issues such as skin laxity, excess fat, and the appearance of unsightly […]

Overusing Dermal Fillers

The popularity of dermal fillers is based in their immediate results and little to no downtime. Like Botox, filler injections are known as lunchtime procedures because you can have your session at lunch and return to work immediately afterwards. Dermal fillers help improve the overall appearance of the face by filling in volume-deficient areas such as under-eye hollows, sunken cheeks, and […]

Why There’s No Stopping the Popularity of Injectables

The American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery reported that roughly 2.5 billion dollars were spent on injectables in 2013. Botox and hyaluronic acid fillers ranked first and second, respectively, in non-surgical cosmetic procedures. What’s fueling the soaring popularity of injectables? Unlike surgery, injectables offer instant results. You don’t have to wait weeks or months to obtain desired outcomes. This is […]

Cosmetic Procedures for the Holidays

What You Need to Know If You’re Considering Restylane

The dermal filler Restylane has been around for over a decade. The FDA first approved Restylane in 2003 to reduce the appearance of mild to moderate creases around the mouth area and to enhance lip volume. More than a decade later, Restylane is still one of the most sought-after injectables because it delivers its promise of restoring more youthful-looking skin. […]

Realistic Expectations in Rhinoplasty

There are a variety of reasons why men and women consider rhinoplasty — the nose may be too large, too small, too projected, or too broad. Others find that the base is bulbous, too wide, or droops when they smile. Whatever the reasons behind it, the ultimate goal of rhinoplasty is to make the nose appear balanced and in harmony […]