When most people think of Botox the first thing that usually comes to mind is wrinkle reduction. Indeed, Botox is the world’s most popular treatment for eradicating wrinkles and fine lines. The toxin is specifically FDA approved for treating frown lines between the eyebrows (glabellar lines) and lines around the eyes (crow’s feet). However, in addition… Continue reading Surprising Uses for Botox That Have Nothing to Do with Wrinkles
Tag: acne
How to Maximize Results from a Face Mask
With so many at home face masks on the market, choosing one can be overwhelming. Often times we purchase a face mask to address one skin issue but wonder if we are using it correctly, how often should it be used and if it’s even worth the time and money. Here are some fast facts to… Continue reading How to Maximize Results from a Face Mask
Combatting Acne from the Inside Out
Chocolate. Fried foods. Oily skin. Not washing your face. Unlike some questions that elicit a wide spectrum of answers, if you asked a random sampling of Americans what they felt caused acne; you’d most likely get very similar responses. Chances are the above culprits would come immediately to mind – irrespective of gender, ethnicity or age – simply… Continue reading Combatting Acne from the Inside Out
Expert Advice on Adult Acne
Acne, often thought of as confined to the teen years, can be frustrating and even embarrassing for adults. Here, from the American Academy of Dermatology, is an explanation of why it happens, and what you can do about it: Some adults continue to get acne well into their 30s, 40s, and even 50s, the AAD… Continue reading Expert Advice on Adult Acne
Stress and Your Skin
If you’ve ever had a pimple form just before an important event, you might wonder if stress was the cause. But while many people make the same connection, experts from the American Academy of Dermatologists (AAD) say that proving the relationship between stress and inflammatory conditions such as acne, psoriasis and rosacea can be hard.… Continue reading Stress and Your Skin
Nutrition and Younger-Looking Skin
While it’s commonly known that healthy eating can reduce the risk of heart disease, cancer and diabetes, the right food may also help reduce the signs of aging and even improve some skin conditions. According to the American Academy of Dermatologists (AAD), the use of nutricosmetics – nutrition or nutritional supplements for skin health and… Continue reading Nutrition and Younger-Looking Skin
The Best Ways to Care for Aging Skin
Too much UV radiation from the sun, and from tanning beds, not only puts us at risk for skin cancer, dermatologists say, it also can lead to premature aging in the form of wrinkles and sun spots. But that’s not inevitable. “It’s possible to have vibrant skin at any age, as long as you take… Continue reading The Best Ways to Care for Aging Skin