It’s fair to say that if you wanted to get in shape, lose the fat, and undergo a bit of body sculpting in time for the holiday season, the window for traditional cosmetic surgery may well have closed. Recovery times for most procedures can often be measured in months rather than weeks, and nobody wants… [Read More]
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Fun, Fun, Fun in the Big, Old Sun
In a large part of the United States the changing of the seasons is a fact of life. But in southern states like Texas, the seasons range from a dry summer to a wet summer with some cold fronts thrown in for good measure. Outdoor activities that don’t require layers of clothing are ideal year… [Read More]
Laser Hair Removal: Not Only Fast and Easy, But Effective
In Texas, any time of year is a good time to head to the beach or lay out by the pool. But what about those unsightly hairs that beach and swimwear reveal? Thankfully today we have laser hair removal, a safe and affordable option to never have to worry about preparing your skin for an… [Read More]
Sun-Damaged Skin? Consider Fraxel
Summer, the Texas sun, and aging can all leave their marks on your skin. In the past, the best treatment to make your skin look and feel younger was laser-skin resurfacing. But this procedure required a lengthy recovery time and had a high rate of complications or side effects including bleeding and scabbing. It used… [Read More]
How Cool Is CoolSculpting?
Sometimes exercise really isn’t enough. No amount of dieting or rigorous activity will melt off certain fatty deposits, or cellulite. While this is not a secret, most women still believe that just another crunch or lunge will finally make it disappear. Fortunately, invasive surgery isn’t the only option anymore. There no longer needs to be… [Read More]
Why We Like Botox
Although the chemical compound that is used as the active ingredient had been used for a number of years, Botox first came on the market as an FDA approved therapeutic drug in 1989. However, it wasn’t until 2002 that a specific variant, botulinum toxin type A, was approved for use in non-invasive cosmetic surgery. It’s… [Read More]
Using Juvederm Voluma XC to Improve Facial Balance
The original Juvederm product belongs to a class of fillers that have hyaluronic acid as their key component. Juvederm Voluma XC consists of a smooth gel that is injected into the face using tiny needles in a virtually pain-free process. Forum and rating sites have given it great reviews, and with results lasting for around… [Read More]
Non-Invasive Deep Tissue Tightening With Ultherapy
Some people aren’t ready for a surgical facelift, but want to improve their looks by reducing some of the inevitable signs of aging such as lax skin, fine lines or wrinkles. There are a number of solutions on the market, from injectables to laser therapy, but most of these tend to treat the upper layers… [Read More]
Three Uses for Restylane
Since 1996, Restylane has been a popular facial filler, delivered by injection to various places on the face and body. It is one of a class of injectable fillers containing a hyaluronic gel, and was the first to market. It was the first filler of its kind to receive FDA approval. In the cosmetic-surgery industry,… [Read More]
Battle of the Fillers: Radiesse vs. Juvederm vs. Restylane
As we get older, our faces develop wrinkles and deep lines. Our skin becomes less flexible (and possibly a little more fatty) and gravity takes its hit. The lack of elasticity in the skin comes from a lack of something called collagen, a substance produced in abundance by a youthful body but much less plentifully… [Read More]
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