Collagen Supplements – Social Trend or Golden Supplement
Why should you start taking collagen supplements? Collagen supplements have been a hot topic and have created a lot of buzz in the media. Is it something you should incorporate into your daily routine? Let’s start by talking about what collagen is and what it does for your body. Dr. […]
Sclerotherapy
What is Sclerotherapy? Sclerotherapy is used as a treatment for reticular and spider veins. Spider veins appear when the vein walls weaken and blood pools in the vein which leads to swelling. Spider veins can be painful and make the legs feel sore and heavy. Sclerotherapy is a non-surgical procedure with injections given directly into […]
Intense Pulse Light vs. Clear and Brilliant laser treatments
Are you looking for a treatment to target skin discoloration, sun damage, and fine lines, but you don’t know which treatment is right for you? Look no further. We know the complexity of laser treatments can be confusing when deciding what would work best for your skin type. Two of the most common laser treatments […]
Why is My Face Asymmetric?
Why is My Face Asymmetric? Why do we age more on one side of our faces than the other? Is there something wrong with me? No, nothing is wrong with you … in fact facial asymmetry is more common than you think. Although we develop with bilateral symmetry due to […]
Why & How You Should Add Niacinamide to Your Skincare Routine ?
Niacinamide might not get quite as much buzz as ingredients like retinol and Vitamin C, but this skincare superstar is an unsung hero that deserves equal praise. It’s the very definition of a multitasker, offering many different benefits that make it a great pick for a wide variety of skin types and complexion concerns. But […]
What Is Collagen, What Does It Do, & How Does It Affect my Skin Overtime?
Collagen is the most common protein found in your body. It is found in your skin but also in tendons, cartilage, bones, blood vessels, teeth and many other body parts. Collagen plays several roles in your health: – It helps keep your skin looking and feeling younger. DID YOU KNOW? Collagen actually makes up70%-80% of […]
Cleansing Oils: How To Keep Skin Clear and Hydrated ?
Over the last few years, cleansing oils have made their way into the beauty spotlight. They are notable for being effective, gentle, non-stripping, and are one of the top choices for whisking away dirt, grime, and makeup on all skin types. What is cleansing oil? It is pretty self-explanatory: Cleansing oils are oils that use […]
DOES YOUR FACE GET BRIGHT RED WHEN YOU WORK OUT? HERE’S WHAT TO DO ABOUT IT!
Are you one to never post a “sweaty selfie” because you are embarrassed of how your face turns beet red after exercising? Do you ever wonder why this happens? Should you be worried? We have your answers. WHAT CAUSES YOUR FACE TO TURN RED WHEN EXERCISING? It has been confirmed by dermatologists that when your […]
What’s the difference between retinoids, retinol, and Retin-A?
What’s the difference between retinoids, retinol, and Retin-A? Retinoids are vitamin A and the chemically related compounds. They are used as anti-aging ingredients and anti-acne ingredients. Retinoids include Retinol, retinyl palmitate, retinaldehyde, adapalene and Retin-A. Retinol falls under the umbrella term of a “retinoid” and is found in numerous over the counter skincare products such […]
ALL ABOUT VITAMIN C
What is Vitamin C? Vitamin C, or L-Ascorbic Acid, is a popular cosmeceutical ingredient that has brightening and antioxidant properties. There are several derivatives of Vitamin C, including sodium ascorbate, magnesium ascorbyl phosphate, sodium ascorbyl phosphate, ascorbyl palmitate, and tetrahexyldecyl ascorbate. The most potent of these is L-ascorbic acid. What does Vitamin C serum do […]