Botox was once only used by the rich and famous, and considered taboo to many. Over the years, its accessibility and success rate made it a widely acceptable aesthetic treatment. That may also coincide with the social media age, where...
Ever heard of Lunchtime Cosmetic Procedures? It’s lunchtime. That’s when we heat up our meal-prepped lunches or hit the food truck line. It’s when we’re not sure what to eat so we settle on the same thing we get all the...
Our skin is our biggest organ, made up of the surface layer (epidermis), middle layer (dermis), and a deep hypodermis layer. Since your skin protects you from the rigors of the environment, you’re sure to encounter dirt, bacteria, and sun...
Don’t sleep on skin cancer There are some cancers, like breast cancer for instance, that are well known and get huge media attention. However, skin cancer is the most common cancer in the United States. Doctors diagnose close to 10,000 people...
Hair shedding is normal. We can shed up to 200 strands of hair a day. It’s a natural part of the life cycle of hair. In the anagen or growth phase, 90% of our hairs are growing and do so for...
One look in the mirror and we could recognize some peach fuzz - those unwanted fine hairs that sprout on our chins and jawlines. Plucking or waxing may help. But if you’re in need of a safe, painless solution, look...
When it comes to skincare, perhaps you’ve noticed ‘hydroxy acids’ on the label of your favorite product. Maybe you’ve heard of glycolic, lactic, mandelic, and salicylic acids. What are they? How do they differ? And which one is best for you? We’ll...
As you age, your skin changes, become thinner, or loses that plump, smooth appearance. Healthy skin can be an afterthought for some but it shouldn't be the case. You won’t wait until your teeth are falling out to see a dentist....
Lasers and light treatments are effective treatments for rosacea and redness of the face. Read on to learn more. So what is rosacea? Rosacea is an inflammatory skin condition that occurs mainly on the face and is often mistaken for acne, eczema,...
Laser Hair Removal Columbia MD Unwanted body hair can be distracting and can greatly affect one's confidence. Try as you might with shaving, plucking, or even bleaching, it would only take a few days for the hair to grow again. This...
In the dermatology and cosmetic space, dermal fillers are a safe and effective method to plump up your cheeks, lips, and around your eyes. These fillers give you a refreshed look, giving you that glow that takes years off your...
Can you prevent skin cancer? Skin cancer is the most common, and one of the most preventable types of cancer diagnosed in the United States. Every year there are more new cases of skin cancer reported than colon, lung, prostate, and...
Acne is the most common skin condition across the globe. A study found that almost 10% of the worldwide population is affected by acne. Researchers found that post-puberty boys were more likely to develop acne, including severe forms of acne....
We all want to look and feel like our best selves. That happens especially when we look in the mirror and we don’t recognize the young vibrant person we remember. But there are ways to improve those signs of aging,...
What Is Botox Exactly? Once considered only for the rich and famous, Botox is now a widely used and accepted treatment. More than 7 million procedures happened in 2018, and that number steadily increases every year. But what is Botox exactly?...