There’s trend now which is positive overall to use more natural oils and less chemicals in the bases of skin care products. We love the companies who are doing that! Coconut oil is a wonderful natural example. But……remember, especially if...
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Okay ladies and gents ……we all know that there isn’t but we all want to hope there is! We all want a magic wand that will erase years of sun damage and a few years on our clocks. But………… you...
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Finally, there is a nonsurgical technology that works well to tighten neck skin. The Exilis uses sound waves (radiofrequency) in an novel, new application. We recommend 4 treatments (even with the newer Elite) if you’re over 45-50, done about 1...
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When humidity and heat are high, getting makeup to stay on is tough. Here are some tips: Reduce, eliminate or change your moisturizer. You may not need it at all if you are sunscreening in the am. I still love...
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The most common complaints relate to brown spots, veins that are too prominent, and crinkley skin. Here’s what being done most commonly. IPL laser or Fraxel Dual laser for the brown spots; Juvederm, Restylane or Radiesse to plump the back...
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The answer is that it’s still better to use a separate, high concentration antioxidant, because the quality and concentration of antioxidants in most sunscreens, moisturizers, makeup, etc. is just not high enough to do much good and the word "antioxidant"...
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A patient of mine came in recently with melasma on her forehead who doesn’t like to wear hats. I hate to nag but…….hats are amazing sun protection, especially if a full brim. Find a hat friendly hair style. Get great...
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The eye area is complicated and several different types of treatments may be needed to get a good result. Here are some very general guidelines. I’m assuming everyone is using a good eye cream: For crepiness under 40 –...
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It’s been tough in the past to find stylish clothing that also protects from the sun. But that’s changing! For swim shirts/rash guards see jcrew.com (new and fun!) and theseea.com (a small LA company). Shirts for running, cycling, gardening, etc....
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To smooth out wrinkles and add some volume to parts of the face, I prefer to use hyaluronic acid fillers like Juvederm or Restylane. Bumps or lumps occurring with Juvederm/Restylane can be reversed with the enzyme hyaluronidase. I see a...
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