The first signs of aging often begin with crows feet or “smile lines” around the eyes. As we get older, this delicate skin is especially vulnerable to wrinkling since we repeatedly compress the skin as we smile, laugh, frown, or squint. As early as the mid 20’s, our skin starts to lose its elasticity, and … Continue reading
Girls used to start puberty at 12 or 13. A recent study, conducted by authors Louise Greenspan (a pediatric endocrinologist at Kaiser Permanente) and Julianna Deardorff (an associate professor at the University of California, Berkeley), found that by the age of 7, 23 percent of black girls, 15 percent of Hispanic girls, and 10 percent … Continue reading
For men who choose cosmetic procedures (about 8 percent of all patients, according to the American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery), botulinum injection is a favorite treatment to refresh an aging appearance. In our youth oriented culture, looking fresh and vital can offer a competitive edge in the job market. Men, like women, appreciate that … Continue reading
Tired of shaving, waxing, plucking out unwanted hair? Consider the benefits of laser hair removal, especially for removing unwanted hair from the face, leg, arm, underarm, and bikini line, among other areas. Here are three reasons to throw the shaver away… Continue reading
Have you started noticing that frown or forehead lines linger longer than they used to? Do you notice new wrinkles even when your skin is relaxed? It may be the time to consider small doses of botox so that small wrinkles don’t gain hold and etch permanently into your skin… Continue reading