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Are you aware of what antioxidants actually are and how they can benefit your skin? There are these unstable molecules, free radicals, which bond to organic substances to create a destructive chemical bond. These destructive bonds can be the leading...

Do you want a defined jaw line and youthful profile but just cannot afford the downtime of a surgical procedure? There is a new FDA-approved non-surgical injection that treats the submental fat.  Kybella destructs the fat cells and prevents from...

Many people wonder why it is worth adding another step, like a growth factor, into their regime. Growth factors create a biochemical pathway that promotes skin tissue repair and regeneration. While the skin is being repaired, collagen and elastic fibres...

Retinol is a natural form of vitamin A that is found over-the-counter. It can assist with diminishing acne as well as wrinkles. The concentration for retinol can be found anywhere from 0.075-1%. People with more sensitive skin should start off...

While many doctors do skin exams as part of a normal annual physical, having an annual skin-specific physical is a very good idea, and the best place to do that is in a dermatology office. While your family doctor can...

Dermatology offices are asked this question almost every day, and it’s possible that you too have wondered, “What is so special about the skin around my eyes and why should I purchase another product for such a small area?” The...

If you’re a resident who is interested in laser resurfacing, you’ve probably completed a bit of online research about the topic. And you may have come across the terms ablative lasers and non-ablative lasers. But, what do these terms mean?...

The playground was one way to practice team effort and reap the rewards of victory. Another way many of us came together to forge a memorable bond was in relentless, daily battle with the mortal enemy…. our own teenage acne. I...

A proper skincare regimen is essential for healthy, youthful skin. Every effective regimen must include the following fundamental elements… Prevention, Protection and Correction. To “prevent” the appearance of skin aging, I recommend using a daily topical antioxidant. Topical vitamin C...

The eyes are the focal point of the face, but unfortunately, they are often the first area on your face to show signs of aging. For many residents, sagging and drooping upper and lower eyelids cause an aging, tired appearance...