Facial scars can be either from wounds, cuts, or even acne. One thing everyone can agree on is that they tend to be unsightly. However, you no longer need to live with scars on your face. With the Iridex 532 laser treatment, that’s all a thing in the past. The iridex laser can treat unwanted […]
Did you know that rashes are not diagnosed specifically. Usually it refers to skin inflammation or discoloration that is a symptom of another skin disease. Most commonly, these include eczema flare-ups, poison ivy, hives, and even athlete’s foot. Rashes can be caused by either bacterial infection, viral infection, fungal infections or parasites. Rashes by themselves […]
Retinol, most commonly known as Vitamin A or sometimes retinoid, is a powerful substance that is found in many skincare products. So what’s the difference between Retinol and Retinoid? Well retinol can be found in over-the-counter skincare products, whereas retinoids can only prescribed by a a dermatologist as these products (like Retin-A) are a lot […]
African-American skin tones come in different levels of melanin. Melanin is the component of your skin that determines your level of pigmentation. Its most important role is to serve as a shield for your cell’s DNA against the harsh radiation from the Sun. To protect your beautiful skin tone and preserve your skin’s natural beauty, […]
Sun spots are not the same as age spots. While age spots, also known as liver spots, appear on your skin as you age, sun spots actually appear after over exposure to the sun. Sun spots are the result of an increase in the skin pigment called melanin due to UV exposure. These melanocytes concentrate […]
If there’s a treatment that’s been considered a game-changer, it’s definitely Laser Hair Removal. Its durability allows you to be hair-free for a long time, and it’s so easy that you can get it done during your lunch break, and then go back to work afterwards. However, like all cosmetic procedures in the market today, […]
Spring is officially here. Have you cleaned up your skin care routine yet? If you haven’t, here are four spring clean-up skin care tips you should follow: Stronger Cleansers – In the cold winter months, your skin needs cleansers that also provide moisturization. Cleansers that also have hydrating agents are a bit creamier. As spring […]
Sodium, while a vital nutrient for the body, can sometimes be abused by eating too many salty foods. The primary function of sodium is to hold water in the body and keep fluids in a normal balance. Sodium is also a key element in the normal functions of your nerves and muscles, as well as […]
There are a lot of acne myths out there, from certain foods to the pH of water you might be showering with that may or may not be causing acne breakouts. Acne breakouts do happen and can be triggered by more than one thing, so each case is different. That means acne treatments for each […]
