Sciton Contour TRL Resurfacing: What 10 to 14 Days of Downtime Really Means
Sciton Contour TRL: The Deep Resurfacing Treatment That Actually Earns Its Downtime If you have ever said, “I want real change, not just a little glow,” Sciton Contour TRL may be the treatment you are imagining without knowing its name. Contour TRL is a deep resurfacing erbium laser that can soften etched lines, smooth rough […]
Ready, set…QWO!
Hey, Hey, Hey! Summer is around the corner and QWO (pronounced Qw-Oh ) will be arriving at our office just in time to get your bum ready for the swimsuit you’ve been day-dreaming about. Unfortunately, the vacay that goes with that suit isn’t included. But let’s be real, if the cellulite on my cheeks is […]
What on Earth is a Salmon Sperm Facial?
So, you’ve heard the rumors – a facial treatment using salmon sperm? Intrigued? Maybe a little grossed out? We get it! The “salmon sperm facial” has become a hot topic, reminiscent of the brief trend of using human sperm for skincare, so today I’m diving deep to separate fact from fiction. The Lowdown The actual […]
Preventing Brusing And Swelling Post-treatment
The bad news is that there is no sure-fire way to prevent bruising and swelling. The GOOD news is there ARE ways to minimize the risk of bruising and swelling. Pre-treatment: Avoid Blood Thinners. Anything that thins your blood will cause you to bleed more beneath the skin during treatment, as your blood is not […]
How to Choose a Giveaway Winner on IG
Here is a sneak peek at how I choose winners for ig giveaways! These step by step instructions are based on selecting a winner for a giveaway where one entry is earned by tagging one person per comment. Bonus entries could also be earned for sharing the post to their story too. Step 1.Open facebook […]
The Secret to Hydrated Skin
First, as many of you know, I am not a “creams and potions” person. I think much of the over-the-counter beauty serums, lotions, and topical agents are over-hyped, over-priced wishful dreams in pretty bottles with cute marketing. I am very much a science person. I want to see clinical trials, credentials from who developed it, […]
New Product Launch: Throwing Shade Sunscreen
New Product Launch: Throwing Shade Sunscreen Throwing Shade Sunscreen Physical vs Chemical Sunscreen
Botox and Broad Band Light for Rosacea
Botox and Broad Band Light are two great treatments to reduce the incidence of rosacea flare-ups and to tackle lingering redness. Rosacea (roe-ZAY-shuh) is a common skin condition that causes blushing or flushing and visible blood vessels in your face. It may also produce small, pus-filled bumps. There is currently no cure for this condition. […]
Botox Lip Flip: Everything you need to know
What is the Botox Lip Flip? A Botox Lip Flip is a popular, inexpensive, and minimally invasive cosmetic procedure that results in a natural-looking fuller upper lip when smiling. How does the Botox Lip Flip work? First, let’s consider how Botox itself works. Botox is one brand name of the neuromodulator botulinum toxin type A (BoTA), […]
Morpheus8: Treatment, Cost, and Outcome
Non-invasive beauty treatments are having a major moment right now (Botox, Moxi, BBL, etc.), but there’s no procedure that’s gotten more buzz recently than Morpheus8, the radio frequency microneedling treatment that leaves your skin tighter and firmer. Not only are we in love with it, but celebs are too: Kim K tested it out a […]