Category Archives: Skin Care
Methods to Reduce Neck Wrinkles Caused by Texting
Excessive lines on your neck may be caused by craning your neck to look at your phone, in what some are calling “Blackberry neck,” according to The American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery. The constant downward gaze caused by smartphone … Continue reading
Patients May Prefer a “Less Is More” Approach to Fat Transfer Procedures
Many plastic surgeons take a minimalist, “less is more” approach to their work when performing fat transfer procedures and the like on patients who want to appear younger. Houston plastic surgeon Dr. Neal Reisman wrote in Culture Map that when … Continue reading
Debbie Harry: Plastic Surgery Research Is Important
For Blondie singer Debbie Harry, plastic surgery helped improve her self esteem and she does not regret choosing a facelift in the early 90s, as she told Showbiz Spy. Plastic Surgery: Debbie Harry Speaks About the Importance of Research While … Continue reading
New FDA Sunscreen Regulations
The FDA has recently announced changes regarding how over- the -counter sunscreen manufacturers label their products. The aim of the measure is to make sure that sunscreens meet modern day standards for safety and effectiveness. The new requirements are designed … Continue reading
SELF Magazine Recognizes Obagi’s Sun Protection Line
Protecting your skin as the sun’s rays heat up is paramount in maintaining its youthful, beautiful appearance. One way to do that is with the Obagi NuDerm line, which is a SELF Magazine 2011 Healthy Beauty Awards Winner. The NuDerm … Continue reading
Americans Approval of Plastic Surgery on the Rise
A new study published by the ASAPS shows that now, more than ever, Americans approve of cosmetic plastic surgery. The study, which was released this month, found that 51% of Americans regardless of income hold a favorable view of plastic … Continue reading
New Hope to Give Your Wrinkles the “Cold” Shoulder
Early clinical trials are showing success in producing the same wrinkle-reducing effect as Botox and Dysport, without employing the use of the botulinum toxin, according to U.S. News. Though both Botox and Dysport are hugely popular non-surgical options for diminishing … Continue reading
Plastic Surgeon Examines the Idea of Beauty
While the old adage is “beauty is in the eye of the beholder,” a New York plastic surgeon suggests it is rather the perception of beauty that matters. In an article for The Huffington Post, Dr. Robert Tornambe points out … Continue reading
Maker of Botox Eyes Topical Treatments
It’s certainly not news that wrinkle-reducing injectables like Botox and Dysport are seeing sales increases as the economy rebounds. It is noteworthy, however, what the companies are working toward in the wake of renewed consumer interest—topical versions, according to bnet.com. … Continue reading
Non-Surgical Brow Lift “Ultherapy” Grows in Popularity
While many non-invasive surgical procedures catch on quickly and fade just as soon, Ultherapy, a skin tightening treatment that gained traction in 2010, only seems to be growing in popularity among doctors and patients. The treatment, which has garnered praise … Continue reading