Acne is one of the most common skin conditions, as it will affect 80 percent of all Americans at some point in their lives. And as many adults have unfortunately discovered, it’s not only a teen problem--adult acne can be just as common as adolescent acne, and can be just as damaging to your self-esteem. What’s worse, scars left behind by acne...
View MoreIn case you haven’t already heard, there’s a new beauty trend in town and it’s picking up steam fast. But interestingly enough, this new spotlight in cosmetic procedures harks all the way back to Italian Renaissance man, Leonardo Da Vinci. Sure, you’re probably pretty familiar with the famous painter, sculptor, architect, and...
View MoreInjectable fillers are becoming more and more popular in Pittsburgh and all across the country, maybe even in part thanks to the rise of social media. Lots of men and women find that as the first signs of aging begin to creep onto their faces, they also begin to notice that they’re looking a lot older than they feel. And while there are more...
View MoreSkinceuticals cosmetic products have a strong reputation in the professional skincare market, primarily because of their emphasis on thorough research of the science behind each ingredient. If you haven’t tried their skincare line yet, we suggest checking them out. But before you head to your computer to place an order online, you might want to...
View MoreYou are what you eat. And what you eat will find its way into your skin and onto your face. So maintaining a healthy diet can actually be hugely beneficial for your physical health, both inside and out. As it turns out, some of the same “superfoods” that are great for your body are also great for your skin and can help to fight the signs of...
View MoreYou may have noticed that laser treatments have become more and more commonplace in the medical spa world, in part because of their constantly improving technology. Laser technology really has come a long way since it was first introduced as an effective method of permanent hair removal in the mid-1960s. Now, lasers are commonly used for both hair...
View MoreIs it really true that there’s a medication to help you grow fuller, thicker eyelashes? Sounds too good to be true, right? Latisse, which contains bimatoprost, can actually help you achieve the eyelashes you’ve always dreamed of, but there may be a catch. While many men and women have been able to benefit from Latisse, the medication may not...
View MoreYou may already be pretty familiar with the idea of using Botox® injections to diminish the appearance of crow’s feet around the eyes, and wrinkles on the forehead and around the mouth. But what if you could use this nonsurgical alternative to get rid of bothersome neck bands as well? As it turns out, “neck Botox” may be the next big thing...
View MoreAs Botox? and injectable fillers become more and more popular, it can be difficult to decide when is the right time to begin getting these types of nonsurgical treatments. Of course, everyone’s body is different, so there’s no real right or wrong answer as to when is the best age to get Botox? or fillers. That said, there are a few things to...
View MoreWe’ve all been there. Our bathroom countertops, cabinets, and even our showers are lined with skin care products claiming to contain the best ingredients out there. But the truth is, with so many different products to choose from, it can be difficult to know which ones are really doing what they claim to be doing, and which ones are just taking...
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