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Your skin is a complex organ with many functions–to regulate temperature, to protect inner organs, to keep water in and keep bacteria out. But we often neglect our skin and forget that it needs just a little daily TLC in order to function optimally. Here are a few tips to ensure your skin is getting everything it needs to stay healthy. Cleanse your skin every night – Taking the time to cleanse your face before hitting the hay is the Read More

Lose the razor and get laser! Laser hair removal is quickly becoming the most popular method for hair removal for both men and women. It is a fast, affordable and effective way to remove unwanted hair. But beware….there are many factors that will determine the success of your outcome. Price alone shouldn’t be your only factor when considering laser hair removal. The type of laser used for your skin type, the settings chosen and how the treatment is performed will Read More

Corrective cosmetic procedures can be very overwhelming and confusing given the array of treatments available. Hot lasers, cold lasers, low-level lasers, ablative, non-ablative, down-time, no down- time, minimally invasive, tuck, tighten, lift. What does all this mean? With so many options and a clutter of complex terminology, how does a person decipher one from the other and decide which treatment to invest in? Advertising and marketing campaigns can make it even more confusing for the consumer, and one must look Read More

If one were asked what is the best thing you can do to ensure brighter, more youthful looking skin, you might suggest eating a well-balanced diet, exercising, taking vitamins and drinking plenty of water. While all these things are very beneficial for your skin, did you know one of the best ways to care for your skin is through daily topical application of vitamins? Applying topical supplements such as vitamins A, C and E directly to the skin, can make Read More

Permanent makeup is a wonderful concept that can accentuate and define your eyes, brows and lips. Wake up looking fresh, exercise without losing your brows and cry at the movies without your eyeliner running! Imagine looking your best all day, every day! Permanent makeup is quickly becoming a very popular procedure many women are taking advantage of. It can be a great enhancement if you are allergic to cosmetics, have sparse or light eyebrows, feel washed out without makeup, have Read More

Don’t let the thought of needles scare you away from this new, skin-reviving procedure. Skin needling is a safe and effective alternative to lasers, and can refresh and renew tired winter skin. When most people think of health and wellness rarely do they think about their skin. Yet our skin is our largest organ and has many functions. It forms a protective barrier over the body’s surface which keeps germs and bacteria out and keeps water in. It regulates body Read More

There are many different sunscreens to choose from these days and it can be some what confusing.  Here are few key things you should take into consideration when buying your next sunscreen.  Look for one that is broad-spectrum or full-spectrum, meaning that it protects against both UVB and UVA rays. UVB rays are shorter wave lengths that only penetrate the top layer of the skin, the epidermis. They can burn your skin and are responsible for what we all know Read More

In addition to the many skin care treatments available today – chemical peels, microdermabrasion, IPL and lasers – add another intriguing option: dermal rolling. An alternative to laser treatments, this option is simple, safe, effective, natural and affordable. Dermal rolling contributes to skin health by using essential topical nutrients to improve acne, rosacea, pigment and wrinkles. By creating tiny openings in the top layer of the skin, up to 80 % more nutrients can penetrate to the layers where they Read More