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For years, the focus of anti-aging treatments and creams has been on addressing wrinkles and fine lines, once considered the #1 sign of aging. Studies now show that most of us visually interpret “even skin coloration” as a true mark of a youthful complexion, far surpassing the presence of wrinkles. Therefore, the consumer has seen […]

If there is one concern cosmetic injectors hear over and over again from first time patients, it is a fear of looking like one of the many ‘overdone’ and ‘over-filled’ celebrities they see on TV and gossip magazines. “Trout Pout, Cat Lady, Real Housewives…these are all references that patients give me of what they DON’T […]

The evolving role of cosmetic injectables in facial rejuvenation and restoration I recently had a patient tell me that a plastic surgeon advised them, “You can do so many things with filler these days that surgery isn’t necessary anymore.” While I agree that injectables have been an integral addition to the facial plastic surgeon’s armamentarium, […]

Learn the difference to get healthier skin while saving time and money! Have you ever looked at your skin mid-afternoon and thought, “How can I possibly have these dry, dull, flaky patches when my skin is so oily?” Or maybe you fall into the tribe of, “My skin is so dry and tight, why isn’t […]

Do you ever feel like your face needs a pick me up? Does your skin look dull and tired? Or are you plagued by your fine lines, wrinkles and age spots? Our new Fresh-Faced Signature Peel does more than just boost skin cell turnover! It’s a great option for treatment of hyperpigmentation (sun spots, freckles […]

If eyes are the windows to the soul, than eyebrows are certainly the frames of the entire face! An expertly arched brow can create youthful lift while opening the eyes and giving them a refreshed look. But, a less than ideal brow shape can make features look unnecessarily heavy, or, on the opposite spectrum, unbalanced […]

There are many misconceptions about what makes a reliable sunscreen. First of all, most people tend to focus mainly on the SPF number, when the specific ingredients can tell us far more about a sunscreen’s efficacy. We all know someone who proclaims to be extremely sold out about sun protection. They may even use SPF […]

Your skin is living and breathing and it needs change with the seasons. Summer is right around the corner and with more moisture in the air it may be time to switch out your heavier moisturizer for something lighter. Heavy moisturizers can often feel like wearing a flannel in July. A great option for the […]

Woodbury resident Kathy Clinch, a pediatric anesthesiologist with Midwest Surgery Center in Woodbury, and her colleague Rosemount resident Christopher Tolan, travelled to Kaifeng, China to assist with cleft lip and palate surgeries. “It’s the opportunity to utilize a skill that you have that might not be available to kids in other countries,” Tolan said. “These […]

Does your skin look tired? Bounce back with growth factors! Found naturally in your body, growth factors play an important role in maintaining healthy skin. As we get older, production of collagen and elastin slows down. Applied topically, growth factors stimulate the production of collagen and elastin to improve skin texture, elasticity and the appearance […]