With beauty influencers on the rise, there are a few beauty trends floating around. It can be hard to determine what can be safely used at home and what should be left to a professional. We’ve compiled a list of five beauty trends and why they may or may not be safe to do at… Read More »
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Post-Op Maintenance
Let’s talk about the importance of post-op maintenance when it comes to you and your cosmetic or reconstructive surgical procedure. Whether you’ve reversed the signs of aging with a facelift, enhanced the shape of your nose, or reduced the appearance of a scar, post-op maintenance is a must in order to maintain and enhance the… Read More »
Laser 101
The history of medical light therapies and lasers began with Albert Einstein in 1917. He published a paper outlining the theory of laser light and theorized how a brilliant form of light energy could be artificially created. However, it wasn’t until May of 1960 that Theodore Maiman created the first laser from a ruby crystal…. Read More »
LED Light Therapy
Light therapy is the application of light rays to the skin for the treatment of wrinkles, capillaries, pigmentation, and/or inflammation. LED stands for Light-Emitting Diode and can come in many different colors: red, yellow, green, and blue. Today, we’ll be answering the most asked questions when it comes to LED light therapy. What do the… Read More »
Pore Size. Can it be helped?
Some of the most common complaints estheticians hear involve pore size. Let’s break down the science of “pores” and how to reduce the appearance of pores. Pores are small openings in the skin that release oils and sweat. They’re also connected to your hair follicles. A common misconception is that pores open and close, when… Read More »
The Importance of Wearing SPF
Did you know skin cancer is the most common form of cancer in the United States? One out of five Americans will be diagnosed with skin cancer in their lifetime. Just in case you need another reason to be wearing your sunscreen, here are four reasons you should wear SPF. 1 – SPF lowers… Read More »
How to Treat Sun Spots, Age Spots and Melasma
Sunspots, age spots, melasma, acne marks: Whatever you call it, hyperpigmentation can be as difficult to treat as it is to avoid. Hyperpigmentation begins in the late teens and early twenties and gets progressively worse as you age. It can be caused by cumulative exposure to the sun or tanning beds, hormones, genetics, and/or the… Read More »
5 Skincare Tips for Changing Seasons
When you hear the term “winter skin,” what do you think? Cracked, dry, peely skin that never seems to go away no matter how much face cream you slather on. As much as we love warm summers and mild winters, the desert can be tough on skin during the winter. Not only is dry skin… Read More »
Caring for Your Skin Beneath Your Face Mask
There’s been a lot to get used to throughout the COVID-19 pandemic. With cases in America still on a steady rise, it’s more important than ever to follow CDC social distancing and face mask guidelines. While facial coverings are invaluable when it comes to protecting yourself and those around you from the coronavirus––they aren’t kind… Read More »
All About Eyes: What Causes Under-Eye Bags and How to Treat Them
In most cases, tracing where under-eye bags come from isn’t hard. After a good cry or a particularly late night, your skin responds by becoming puffy or darker than normal. But some people chronically struggle with bags under their eyes. While under-eye bags typically aren’t medically concerning, they commonly cause anxiety and self-consciousness. Often, bags… Read More »