Wrinkles – Causes, Prevention and Removal
Wrinkles – Causes, Prevention and Removal Wrinkles are clearly a by-product of the aging process combined with sun damage. It has been said before that “Wrinkles are a roadmap of your life.” Well… I’m not sure I want to live my past every time I look in the mirror. I prefer to live in the […]
Hormonal Acne : Causes and Prevention. Does Birth Control Help?
Hormonal Acne : Causes and Prevention. Does Birth Control Help? The science behind hormonal acne… Birth control pills can help! Before we dive into the science behind hormonal acne, let’s briefly touch on genetics. Is acne genetic? Given that almost everybody suffers from some degree of acne, our genetic endowment is almost irrelevant. We have treated […]
Acne : What is it? What Causes it? The Basic Science
Acne : What is it? What Causes it? The Basic Science Everything you ever wanted to know about the basic science of acne. Acne : What is it? What Causes it? The Basic Science Basic Scientific Background of Acne Explained: For those who desire a basic scientific background on acne, the following series of articles […]
Teenage Acne – Causes, Prevention and Myths Debunked
Teenage Acne – Causes, Prevention and Myths Debunked Teenage acne affects 35-40% of young adults. Why is that? What can be done about it? The first key to understanding why teens get acne is that poor exercise and eating habits are not the cause of teenage acne. No, while diet can make things worse for […]
It’s All About the Collagen… The Basic Biology of Healthy Skin
It’s All About the Collagen… The Basic Biology of Healthy Skin The building blocks of your skin (scanning electron microscopy of collagen fibers). Before we can dive into getting rid of wrinkles or sagging skin, we first need to understand the basic biology of collagen. However, I do understand that unless you are excited by science, you might […]
All About Radio Frequency Skin Tightening
All About Radio Frequency Skin Tightening Radio frequency microneedling is an RF based technology that helps with skin tightening. More than 14 million people a year visit plastic surgeons to have some form of surgical skin tightening performed. While not as effective as the surgical options, the less invasive and “cutting edge” technology of radio frequency skin […]
Microneedling : What is it? Does it Work? What are the Results?
Microneedling : What is it? Does it Work? What are the Results? Microneedling rejuvenates your skin’s collagen through an acupuncture-like treatment. Microneedling : All natural skin tightening and collagen generation Ever hear the adage: “what doesn’t kill you will make you stronger”? Well… being pricked with a needle definitely won’t kill you, but it’s also […]
Jowls : What Causes Them and How to Get Rid of Them (non-surgically)
Jowls : What Causes Them and How to Get Rid of Them (non-surgically) First you must understand what causes jowls in order to eliminate them Once upon a time…. the skin on our face was tight and toned, and our cheeks proudly proclaimed to the world “I am healthy, and filled with vim vigor and vitality” […]
Acne Treatment with Lasers & Photodynamic Therapy (PDT)
Acne Treatment with Lasers & Photodynamic Therapy (PDT) A specific frequency of blue light is used in Photodynamic Therapy Acne Treatment with Lasers & Photodynamic Therapy (PDT) The Science of Fractional Lasers For over 20 years we have specialized in Integrative & Laser Medicine. Our expertise includes a broad spectrum of treatments for cystic acne and skin. From […]
What is Melasma? Stable Vs. Unstable, Causes and Treatment
What is Melasma? Stable Vs. Unstable, Causes and Treatment The dark patches of Melasma are the result of excessive melanin being produced by melanocyte cells in the skin. Melasma is a very difficult and tricky skin condition to resolve. It appears as dark patches of pigmentation on the skin that often sneaks up onto a woman’s […]
