26

Jul

ResurFX for Skin Resurfacing

With summer months behind us, it's time to switch to our winter skin routine and add a few new players! The Lumenis ResurFX is a non-ablative laser that works to improve fine lines, wrinkles, and skin texture with minimal downtime. This groundbreaking technology can penetra...

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26

Jul

Melasma before & after comparison

How to treat Melasma

I'll skip the lecture on unprotected sun exposure…. but seriously what were you thinking? As the summer comes to an end and you stare at your brown-spotted skin in the bathroom mirror, you realize that unfortunately the memories of your fun days in the sun are vividly...

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26

Jul

The 10 Most Common Myths Regarding Chemical Peels

For many clients, the word “chemical peel” inevitably evokes the terrifying image of Samantha from “Sex and the City” with a red, raw, blistered face after her plastic surgeon suggests a peel to improve her skin- right before a big event! It is images lik...

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26

Jul

What Is Non-Surgical Rhinoplasty?

Rhinoplasty is often described as the most difficult plastic surgery to perform. If you are seeking a nose-reshaping procedure, you want to trust your nose to a surgeon who has both ample training and experience, as well as board certification. But, surgery isn't the only o...

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26

Jul

Chicago Weather Wreaks Havoc On Your Skin

Chicago has been seeing bitter cold temperatures that just do not do anyone's skin a favor. Chicago winters are already cold, but days of an arctic freeze and dangerous wind chills of up to 40 below can really dry out and harm the skin. Moisturizers help, but over time, the...

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26

Jul

Microdermabrasion vs. Dermabrasion

Skin Resurfacing Treatment BasicsMicrodermabrasion and Dermabrasion are both popular non-surgical skin resurfacing techniques to improve the overall quality of the skin's surface by diminishing fine lines, wrinkles, sun damage, acne scars and pigmentation problems...

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26

Jul

Vitamin C: Eat It, Rub It On… Enjoy It

Since early childhood, you have been told so many times about how good all-natural vitamin C is for you. That's because it is. From the skincare aisle to the produce section, consumers are constantly reminded of the benefits of vitamin C. If you are leery about looking olde...

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26

Jul

Facial Rejuvenation: Give Mom the Gift Mother Nature Took Away

Mother's Day is just a few days away… Have you waited until the last minute to get a gift? Not satisfied with the gift you already got her? What to do? The first thing to do is relax. There’s plenty of time and a number of options that Mom will be grateful for &...

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