An Introduction to Rejuvenation Therapy

By Carlo DeCarlo, Staff Writer

Everyone’s scrambling to discover the newest, most effective procedure to retain a youthful healthy glow or even to reverse the signs of natural aging. Enter rejuvenation therapy.

Artefill, a “Permanent” Cosmetic Enhancer

By Katie Kazimir, Staff Writer

Artefill is a preferred cosmetic enhancer for those who use dermal fillers to look their best, but don’t have the time for monthly or even yearly appointments.

Botox: The Beginning

By Katie Kazimir, Staff Writer

Botox is the most well-known product for reducing the appearance of lines and wrinkles on the face. Find out how Botox works to improve your appearance.

Cosmoderm

By Katie Kazimir, Staff Writer

Cosmoderm, developed by Allergan—the producers of Botox and Juvéderm—replaces lost collagen and helps restore resiliency and firmness to the skin.

Dysport: The New Botox?

By Katie Kazimir, Staff Writer

Botox beware. You have some stiff competition: Dysport, a newer cosmetic injectable to fight wrinkles.

Juvéderm: The New Frontier in Cosmetic Enhancers

By Katie Kazimir, Staff Writer

As the body ages, it produces less hyaluronan and fine lines and eventually wrinkles begin to appear. Juvéderm recreates the anti-aging effects of naturally occurring hyaluronic acid.

Medi Spa Travel

By Katie Kazimir, Staff Writer

Medi spa travel: It’s a vacation and cosmetic overhaul all in one.

Non-Surgical Cosmetic Treatments

By Susan Taylor, MD

Avoid going under the knife with non-surgical treatments including LED light therapy, Vbeam, acid or synthetic injectables, and fractional lasers.

Q&A: Laser Therapy

By Katie Kazimir, Staff Writer

Laser technology is changing the face of the medi spa industry. Is yours next?

Reflections on Injections: Dermal Cosmetic Enhancers

By Katie Kazimir, Staff Writer

Today there are many options to the simple lift and tighten face-lift approach. The latest three-dimensional approach to reshaping the face focuses on filling in, plumping up, and contouring.

Regarding Radiesse

By Katie Kazimir, Staff Writer

Collagen is responsible for providing structure and support to the skin, resulting in a smooth firm appearance. Radiesse activates new collagen production.

Restylane

By Katie Kazimir, Staff Writer

Learn about the benefits of this hi-tech anti-aging treatment.

Sclerotherapy for Varicose Veins

By Katie Kazimir, Staff Writer

Sclerotherapy is an accepted and safe way to rid your legs of unsightly and painful varicose veins.

Silicone

By Katie Kazimir, Staff Writer

Banned by the FDA in 1992 for cosmetic procedures, silicone is making a comeback. Doctors are prescribing Silikon 1000 in an off-label capacity to fill wrinkles, furrows, acne scars, and plump lips and cheeks.

The Basics of Sculptra

By Katie Kazimir, Staff Writer

Unlike other cosmetic enhancers, Sculptra is not an implant or wrinkle filler that replaces fat or bulk under the dermis. The new collagen that Sculptra helps produce provides support and structure to the skin, resulting in an increasingly healthy, youthful appearance.

Varicose Veins

By Miriam Nelson, PhD

Fifty percent of adults over 50 have varicose veins, but there are steps you can take to avoid, prevent, and minimize their condition. You can also explore treatment for varicose veins.