Pimples, boils, blemishes, zits—there are plenty of words describing the annoying spots that affect most of us at one point or another. Would adolescence be the same without the dreaded outbreak? The next generation could be the first to find out… A recent study took a look at what really causes acne and possible ways […]
Many of us have a love-hate relationship with our cell phones. They keep us connected, up to date, and entertained, but they can also contribute to eye and neck strain, not to mention keep us awake at night with the temptation to take one more peek at the latest updates from our friends. Now, new […]
Whether you’re dealing with dry and flaky skin, pigmented skin, or have a dull complexion, you can clear your skin of the winter damage and rejuvenate your look for spring. We offer a range of medical-grade skin care solutions for patients of all skin types. Our medical aestheticians can customize your treatment to address some […]
A slimy solution to skin cell damage? You may have heard of “bee venom facials.” If so, then this new garden-variety treatment from Japan probably won’t surprise you – snail facials. As seen in this Telegraph article, a new boutique has opened up in Japan touting the benefits of snail mucus for the skin. “Snail […]
Gold in skincare products can accelerate the signs of aging, according to a new study. Everyone likes gold, right? Many cultures have many positive connotations with aurum – we celebrate weddings with golden rings, award our best olympic athletes with golden medallions, and sometimes, we even eat it. But as the old adage goes, all […]
Can what you wear affect how smooth your skin is? The promise of dialling back the visible signs of aging, namely wrinkles, can be a big selling point. Cosmetic surgery and other cosmetic procedures can promise such results with relative reliability, but everything from make-up, to diets, or even yoga has been touted as being […]
Ladies look their oldest when the clock strikes 3:30 p.m. on Wednesday, according to a recent study commissioned by the British tanning company St. Tropez. The study claims that Wednesday is the day when all the common stressors – insomnia, work, weekend partying – catch up with us. The findings say…. 10 percent of women […]
A new smart phone application released by the Scottish government shows how alcohol abuse can change your appearance. While the “Drinking Mirror” may not address the more severe long-term health concerns of alcohol abuse, it does reveal a consequence that heavy drinkers might overlook. The app is very simple to use. You download it on […]
Are high-end skin care products really worth your hard-earned cash? According to an article in the LA Times, the NPD Group, a consumer research firm, found that prestigious skin-care products priced at $150 or more — generated $418 million in department store sales in the U.S. during the last 12 months ending Sept. 30, 2012. […]
A German trial found that the natural supplement Pycnogenol has anti-aging benefits for the skin, including improved elasticity and increased hyaluronic acid production. Researchers at the Leibniz Research Institute for Environmental Medicine in Dusseldorf, Germany, had 20 female participants, between the ages of 55 to 68, take 75 milligrams of Pycnogenol each day for 12 […]