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…
Read MoreAre you using this potent skin Vitamin?
You’ve heard it before—Vitamin C is key for skin health. Indeed, a wealth of scientific research has supported this vitamin’s role in optimizing skin function, and almost every cosmeceutical company offers a litany of Vitamin C products. But, what does it actually do, and are all vitamin C creams created equal? Skin Care benefits of…
Read MoreGluten-free skin products: Are they worth it?
You’ve seen your favorite brands roll out entire lines of gluten free (GF) products, and maybe you’ve even followed, liked, and shared posts on “who makes the best GF blush.” Once devoted to the back corner of health food stores only, gluten-free foods, products, and “lifestyles” have gained tremendous momentum. By why? Does going GF…
Read More3 Dermatologist-Approved Vitamin C Creams for “Brighter Firmer Skin”
My Domaine, February 2018 “Aside from taking age-defying supplements and eating our way to glowing skin, we’ll admit that we’re also intrigued by the benefits of using topical vitamin C products for attaining Liv Tyler–level luminous skin. In the pursuit of a more radiant complexion, we set out to discover whether or not we should…
Read MoreMinimally Invasive Neck Lift Q&A with Dr. Ronald Moy
A less invasive neck lift is an outstanding procedure for neck rejuvenation that is achieved with fewer incisions, less pain and minimal downtime. The aging neck is defined by pigmentation changes, loose skin, lax muscles, horizontal wrinkles, loss of jaw contour, accumulation of submental (under the chin) fat, and prominence of neck bands. A sagging…
Read MoreSkin Care 101: Lasers
Caviar & Cashmere, February 2018 “I have been going to the dermatologist since I can remember. My grandmother and mother always stressed the importance of taking care of your skin, and began taking both myself and my sister to the dermatologist from a young age to get our yearly skin check-ups. I tend to listen…
Read MoreShould Your Period Affect Your Skin-Care Routine?
Refinery29 + Yahoo, February 2018 “The next time you find yourself immobilized on the couch, weeping over an animal-rescue group’s Instagram feed with an electric heating pad resting on your stomach, a full-size Snickers bar in one hand, and a box of Midol in the other (because that’s what all women do when they’re on…
Read MoreWe Asked Scalp Experts: Can Home Remedies for Thicker Hair Actually Work?
Byrdie, February 2018 “When it comes to the search for thicker hair, we live in a world with lots of quick fixes: extensions, styling hacks, and plenty of other suspect products on the market that promise lustrous results with just a pop of a pill or spread of a cream. But what about results that…
Read MoreBest Rosacea Treatments
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Do I have Rosacea? The skin on my face flushes, and I now have background redness and intermittent break-outs. These are all symptoms of rosacea, a common, chronic and progressive disorder. Symptoms might start on the face, but they can progress to involve the chest, shoulders, and upper back. The cause of Rosacea is unknown,…
Read MoreFacial Plastic Surgery for Men Q&A with Dr. Edgar Fincher
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Our culture encourages men and women to get fit, eat healthy, and take an interest in their appearance. New technologies that can quickly provide dramatic results with little downtime are especially appealing. Men and women want to age gracefully, and look more youthful and refreshed. Men are not immune to the effects of aging, gravity,…
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