Ancient Egyptians would smear sour milk on their faces to even skin tones and tighten the skin. Ancient Greeks and Romans used limestone poultices. Today, chemical peels have come a long way from their ancient roots. Chemical peels continue to be a popular skincare option that can provide excellent results for aging, acne-prone, or sun-damaged skin [...]
Whether it’s from sudden weight loss or just gravity’s never-ending pull, sagging skin can detract from your overall appearance. Most people know about facelifts, which offer a surgical solution to loose skin. But that’s not your only option. At Skintherapy, we have three, non-surgical go-to procedures that produce surgical results. Those three procedures are Ultherapy, Laser [...]
In the quest for perfecting your skin, subtlety should not be overlooked in favor of a quick fix. Oftentimes, clients want that one treatment to cure all that ails them, but then they are faced with downtime or unable to wear makeup for a day, like with a chemical peel. A multi-treatment process is sometimes a [...]
Adulting is hard: bills, taxes, and — ugh, wrinkles. Don’t forget the sunspots, dullness, and enlarged pores, too. Signs of aging skin can add unwanted years to your look. While there isn't much we can do about the bills or taxes, you don't have to say goodbye to youthful looking skin. Really. There are a number [...]
Take three, slow, deep breaths. In … out … in … out … Last one: in … out. Feel better? That’s because deep breathing increases oxygen to your brain and promotes a state of calmness. We can apply this same concept to your stressed-out, irritated skin with a procedure called Intraceuticals infusion facial. This facial applies [...]
Staying hydrated and moisturizing is great skincare advice. Now, there is a treatment that combines both hydration and moisturizing with the cleansing and brightening of a facial and the refreshed look of a microdermabrasion. HydroFacial is a non-laser treatment that uses a vortex of water and suction to cleanse, exfoliate, extract, hydrate, and protect skin. [...]
DIY has its place, but not with what should be an in-clinic procedure, like microneedling. Earlier this summer, I talked about the latest craze in skin care. Now, I want to talk about why you shouldn’t pick up a flimsy microneedle roller from Amazon for less than $8. Bottomline: Vogue magazine’s Next Big Thing should be [...]
Never leave home without foundation? Sun damage and age spots don’t need to be a permanent condition that you have to manage with a constant fear of running out makeup. There are several effective solutions to age spots (lentigines) and hyperpigmentation caused by sun damage, hormones, or drugs (melasma). The ones I’ve seen work the best [...]
Acne is an incredibly frustrating problem that can extend well beyond the teen years. Those red blotches can distract from a person's appearance and can also leave scars behind. According to American Academy of Dermatology, acne affects nearly 50 million Americans. More than 40 percent of teens have acne or acne scarring that requires treatment from [...]
If you want glowing, youthful skin, then a microdermabrasion might be right for you. It is less intense than a chemical peel, and can offer better results than a facial for fighting signs of aging and other common problems. The procedure is a deep exfoliation that rejuvenates your face. What is Microdermabrasion? Microdermabrasion decreases hyperpigmentation and [...]
