. The S-lift is essentially a mini facelift. It is designed to treat early laxity in the buccal labial fold and jowl area that is too advanced to be treated simply by a mid facelift procedure alone. The S-lift is associated with minimal discomfort and has an accelerated recovery time. It differs from a face Read More
. Eyes are one of the first areas to show aging. Some people refer to the eyes as the “windows of the soul.” They are certainly the focal point of the face and increased laxity of skin can portray a tired, sad, or melancholy appearance when in actuality we feel otherwise. Blepharoplasty surgery, or the Read More
Some people refer to the eyes as the “windows of the soul.” They are certainly the focal point of the face and our eyes are one of the first areas to show aging. Increased laxity of skin can portray a tired, sad, or melancholy appearance when in actuality we feel otherwise. Blepharoplasty surgery, or the Read More
Cosmetic surgery is divided into two areas that are related by the principle: Beauty is symmetry. The first area relates to non-proportional aspects of an individual’s face. Sometimes a facial structure is normal, but due to the size and shape of a certain area, it is not proportional to the rest of the face. Such Read More
While running is still extremely popular, more and more people are turning to walking. To many, it is more amenable to their lifestyle and causes less stress on aging joints. But just how far do you need to walk in order to lose weight and stay trim? The American College of Sports Medicine recommends a Read More
The Food and Drug Administration [FDA] regulates all cosmetics in the United States including mascara, eye shadows, eyeliner, concealers, and eyebrow pencils. The following are tips from the FDA on the safe use of eye cosmetics: Keep Everything Clean Dangerous bacteria and fungi can grow in some cosmetic products as well as their containers. Cleanliness Read More
New research suggests that adjusting when we eat can greatly impact our health, especially our metabolism and brain function. This approach, known as time-restricted eating (TRE), focuses on the timing of meals, proving that when we eat matters just as much as what we eat. TRE involves limiting our daily eating window to 8 to Read More
Almonds, the delightful, crunchy seeds enjoyed by many, have long been a symbol of wellness and health. Their benefits are not restricted to just nutrition; in fact, they have been utilized in various cultures as an essential skincare ingredient. From their raw form to the oil extracted, almonds have exhibited surprising benefits to the skin Read More
Proprietary supplements specially designed for skin, hair, and nails are largely unnecessary. Almost all of these supplements contain forms of vitamins A, B, C, D, and E. As an alternative to these more costly “specialized” dietary supplements, consider simply adjusting your diet to include more fruits and vegetables (or simply take a multivitamin). Most over Read More
Brown spots on the skin which are commonly referred to as “age spots” or “liver spots” or common part of the aging process of our skin and are caused by the overproduction of melanin. Melanin is a pigment that gives our skin color and is produced by cells called melanocytes. When these melanocytes absorb ultraviolet Read More