Brotox? Yep, Botox and other popular procedures for your Beau
All Articles,Cosmetic Dermatology
Brotox? Man-aissance? Although once entirely dominated by females, the cosmetic market for men is growing exponentially. With the explosion of less invasive procedures and the decreasing stigmatization associated with male rejuvenation, many more men are having cosmetic treatments done and loving them. In general, male patients tend to have two major motivations for pursuing cosmetic…
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Skin and Skincare by Decade
All Articles,Blepharoplasty,Cosmetic Surgery,Fractionated CO2
We know skin changes as you age. How you care for your skin should change as well. What worked in one decade may not address your needs in the next, and how well you take care of your skin when younger will determine what interventions will be most appropriate when you’re older. A combination of…
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FYI: Dermatologists Say These Are the Best Moisturizers for Rosacea.
Byrdie, April 2018 “According to Jennifer Herrmann, MD, FAAD, at Moy, Fincher, Chips Facial Plastic Surgery and Dermatology in Beverly Hills, “Rosacea is a chronic inflammatory skin condition characterized by diffused redness, flushing, pustules, bumps, and skin thickening (aka fibrosis) and which may be triggered by things like heat, spicy or citrus foods, alcohol, exercise,…
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Carrie Underwood Debuted Her Face Last Night After Receiving 40 Stitches
Byrdie, April 2018 “As music fans, we’re pretty used to our favorite artists teasing us when it comes to a big reveal. Except usually, the big reveal involves a highly anticipated single or album release—not their face. And yet in the disturbing wake of country singer Carrie Underwood’s nasty fall in November 2017 (in which…
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Got Melasma? Piqo4, a new laser for unwanted brown spots
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Even before laugh lines or deepening forehead furrows, dark spots are often the first sign that we’re not getting any younger. But unlike blemishes, brown discolorations don’t fade away on their own and can be particularly stubborn, if Melasma is their cause. Melasma is an inflammatory skin condition that causes brown-gray blotches on the forehead,…
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Scarless Surgery: How close can we get?
All Articles,Cosmetic Surgery,Scar Improvement
A scar marks the final stage of a coordinated healing process after your skin suffers a wound. It’s an amazing, but imperfect operation that creates a replacement that never quite measures up in strength or color to its original counterpart. When your body recognizes injury, it initiates healing through a complex cascade of signals. Inflammation,…
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Just In: Here’s What Dermatologist Really Think About Polypeptides in Skincare
Byrdie, March 2018 “We’ll be the first to admit that there are enough enticing skincare technologies, ingredients, and product compilations to excite, overwhelm, and last even the most avid skincare junkie a lifetime. And since virtually every buzzword and ingredient makes lofty promises (many of which claim miracle—aka realistically impossible—results), it’s important to have information…
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Here’s Why I Finally Decided to Get Fillers at Age 37 (and Loved It!)
My Domaine, March 2018 “While I have never shied away from testing new facial lotions, chemical peels, or lasers (I’ve even used my own blood as a serum), having injections or undergoing cosmetic surgery has always made me feel nervous. (Of course, we support freedom of choice and wholeheartedly believe everyone has the right to…
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14 Beauty Ingredients to Avoid During Pregnancy
14 Beauty Ingredients to Avoid During Pregnancy Byrdie, March 2018 “We’re beginning to enter a world where ruling out toxic ingredients in our beauty regimens is becoming more mainstream. The education is right at our fingertips, and the sheer scope of natural and organic products is bursting at the seams. Admittedly, though, I myself pay…
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A New Alternative to IPL for Pigmentation Problems
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The PiQ04 Pigmentation Laser The PiQ04 Pigmentation Laser is revolutionary. It’s the first 4-wavelength picosecond and Q-switch laser that uses laser energy to treat a wide range of pigmentation disorders with minimal downtime and without scarring. It is the most powerful solution available for efficiently removing unwanted brown spots and patches. Moy, Fincher, Chipps Facial…
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