Acne lesions damage the skin and sometimes the underlying tissue as well. In an effort to heal the damage, your body will produce collagen. If too little collagen is produced, the result is a depressed acne scar. An overproduction of collagen will lead to a raised acne scar. Acne scars can be even more frustrating […] Read more
Beauty trends come and go. Consider, for example, the Middle Ages trend of removing all of one’s eyebrows and eyelashes in order to accentuate the forehead. Today, full lashes and contoured brows are considered highly desirable. It can be useful to take a look at the plastic surgery trends expected to be in and out […] Read more
You’re likely familiar with the concept of exfoliation. And you may even use facial scrubs with exfoliating ingredients. These remove old, dead skin cells from the surface of your skin so that the new skin layers are revealed. Exfoliation can make your skin look more vibrant, but it has limitations. If you have problematic skin, […] Read more
What girl doesn’t dream of taking the school by storm? A makeover is one effective way to boost your self-confidence and make heads turn for all the right reasons. But time is running out, so book an appointment today if you’re thinking of having a back to school makeover. There are a few noninvasive and […] Read more
Despite all the recent advances, for some people, the words “plastic surgery” will always conjure up images of a person wrapped up like a mummy, cloistered away for weeks in an anonymous clinic and taking their food through a straw. Not so anymore. Today, there are numerous cosmetic procedures that are performed daily at offices […] Read more
Have you noticed small purple veins slowly spreading across your thighs or lower legs? If you have been bothered by the appearance of spider veins (which are different than varicose veins), there are plenty of effective treatment options available. Spider veins are tiny branching clusters of dilated blood vessels that can be red, blue or […] Read more
Summer time means strapless dresses, swimsuits and barely there makeup – in other words, this is the one season when you want to look your absolute best. How do busy moms find time for some much needed self-care before bikini season arrives? Minimally invasive cosmetic surgery to the rescue! Minimally invasive procedures are so popular […] Read more
Facial liposuction in targeted areas can create the illusion of prominent cheek bones and a more defined jaw line. Full or plump-looking cheeks can make even the slimmest of people appear overweight, and diet and exercise is usually ineffective on fatty deposits that some are genetically predisposed to. If you are bothered by excess fat […] Read more
Radiant, hydrated skin is one of the first indicators of good health, but it can be hard to stick to a good skin care regimen when the summer sun beckons us outdoors. Prevention is key for avoiding serious sun damage, which can age the skin quickly, creating hyperpigmentation, uneven coloring, large pores, creases and wrinkles. […] Read more
Innovative laser therapy is effective for treating hypertrophic scars, conclude researchers from the People’s Hospital in Shanghai, China. Their study was recently published by The American Society of Plastic Surgeons (ASPS), and may boost the current demand for laser skin treatment in NYC, as more patients learn about the unexpected benefits of this novel technology. […] Read more
