As with most cosmetic enhancements, the answer to whether chemical peels are safe for your skin is: yes, mostly. There are risks to your skin, but these risks are extremely low when you visit a trained dermatologist Chemical Peel Mechanism Strictly speaking, chemical peels do damage skin. However, they only damage the dying and aging upper [...]
Your hands are often the first place to show aging. The skin on the back of your hands is very thin and generally is quite weak. In fact, it’s actually thinner and weaker than most of your face, except the sensitive skin under your eyes. Even worse, there is little fat under the skin, meaning that [...]
There’s a common misperception – a longstanding misperception, at that – that dermatology treatments are just for women. But in fact male dermatology and cosmetic treatments are fast becoming one of the most popular choices for the modern man. When looking at all the facts, it’s not difficult to understand why. The modern man is spending [...]
It’s one thing you won’t want to do yourself. Why? Because though it may seem harmless and easy to do, DIY cosmetic treatments can be a very risky thing to attempt. Once the solely done by medical professionals, in recent years there has been a surge in do-it-yourself cosmetic surgery. What do we mean by DIY [...]
Aging affects us all, and in certain parts of our bodies more than others. As a quick thought experiment, think about areas of your body that show the signs of aging more than others. Odds are, when asked this question one particular area came to mind – your face, and probably also your neck. And this [...]
Hyperhidrosis is what doctors call excessive, uncontrollable sweating – the kind of excessive sweating that results in your hands nearly dripping with moisture. Though only a small percent of the population suffer from hyperhidrosis, it is very difficult to deal with due to many sufferers feeling extremely embarrassed by it. Normally, we sweat due to factors [...]
The field of dermatology has undergone numerous technological advancements over the last few decades, one of particular importance being the use of laser applications for the treatment of common skin conditions and ailments. Laser surgery is far from new, as it has been utilized in various other fields, such as ophthalmology, but doctors are always discovering [...]
These days, all it takes to eradicate skin blemishes and restore the appearance one donned during their youthful years is a quick trip to a cosmetic surgeon. One treatment that has been heralded as the ultimate fix for all things facial rejuvenation is Botox. Having been available to the public now for decades; it is far [...]
Cosmetic procedures tailored to treating skin conditions have evolved significantly with new, innovative technologies being used by surgeons every year. Broadband Light (BBL) utilizes dual-flash lamps, both of which work in tandem to provide the necessary energy supply, that work to get rid of various ailments. BroadBand Light Technology: A New Method for Ousting Unsightly Skin [...]
One way to get serious about skin exfoliation is to use a chemical peel. This is a mask composed of various chemical agents is designed to penetrate the epidermis and ultimately remove multiple layers of skin upon being wiped away. These peels are comprised of wounding agents that safely strip dead skin layers, thus leaving behind [...]