Why EVERYONE Is A Good Candidate For Sculptra
Sculptra has been a fan favorite lately, and I am here to tell you why. Sculptra is an FDA-approved injectable that works by stimulating your body’s own natural collagen production. Collagen is a protein that is found deep in your skin that helps support your skin’s structure. Collagen is a very important component to anti-aging […]
Neuromodulator News
Neurotoxin is a fancy word describing a medication that temporarily causes the injected muscles to relax. Most people know of this neurotoxin as Botox or Dysport. These medications are well researched. In fact, they have been used for 20+ years! Botox and Dysport are FDA approved wrinkle relaxers for ages 21 and above. There are a variety […]
Microneedling VS. Morpheus8 Radiofrequency Microneedling
Microneedling is a procedure that has taken over the beauty industry, and for good reason! This treatment gives amazing results with little downtime! For those who do not know, SkinPen Microneedling is a handheld tool that has 14 tiny needles to puncture the first layer of skin, which promotes the body’s natural healing process which […]
Protect Your Spine Through Winter Shoveling
The snow has arrived and whether you look forward to this or not, the white stuff will be staying on the ground for a while! It’s time to take the cobwebs off the rake and shovel. A dreaded activity, but for most of us, a necessary duty. As I am sure you all have experienced, […]
Dermal Filler VS. Neuromodulators (Botox/Dysport)
Neuromodulators? Dermal fillers? You have probably heard both terms before, but do you know the difference? Often patients think that these two injectables are the same, but they are actually complete opposites! And although these two procedures are not the same thing, they do pair perfectly together! When we discuss neuromodulators, like Botox and Dysport, […]
Do You Want To Have Glowing, Clear And Vibrant Skin?
Dermaplaning is a skin treatment that uses an exfoliating blade to skim dead skin cells and hair from your face. Dermaplaning aims to make your skin’s surface smooth, youthful, and radiant This treatment removes dead skin cells along with vellus hair, also known as “peach fuzz.” Dermaplaning can be used for any skin type and […]
A Literal “Pain In The Butt” – Piriformis Syndrome
Piriformis syndrome occurs when a hypertonic (tight) piriformis muscle irritates the sciatic nerve that travels down the leg. To better understand how this occurs, let’s take a look at the anatomy of this gluteal region. The piriformis is a deep gluteal muscle that travels horizontally from the sacrum (tailbone) and out toward the hip at […]
3 Things To Check With LOW BACK PAIN
Low back pain is an extremely common complaint among Americans, and is estimated that 65 million Americans report a recent episode of low back pain. Chronic low back pain affecting daily life is seen in as many as 16 million adults. Low back pain is also ranked as the sixth most costly condition in the […]
Medical Grade Skincare Vs. Over The Counter
As a licensed esthetician, I try to stress the importance of good skincare. Many people question if medical grade skincare is better than over-the-counter products. The answer? YES!!! Always yes! There are many reasons why, but here are three you should know: 1. Medical grade skincare is FDA approved. What does that mean? That it is […]
What Is Cupping?
It’s 2016 at the Rio Olympic games, Michael Phelps is walking towards his block, ready to take home yet another gold medal. As he approaches the block, you notice something strange; perfectly round, pink circles placed all over his body. Insert Google Search “What is all over Michael Phelps’ body???” The simple & straight answer […]
