Rare is the person who has never had a raised bump of some kind on their face or neck. There are many common face bumps, and generally, they remain harmless. Some resolve on their own. Some need medical intervention. All…
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Common Bumps
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Crepey Skin
Crepey skin, like crepe paper, appears flimsy, finely wrinkled, dehydrated and, basically, old. Crepey skin is first noticeable in thin skinned areas such as around eyes, upper arms, hands and neck. Without intervention and without warning, crepey skin can blanket the chest, upper legs, knees, lower arms and elbows.
Rx for Jowls
Jowls of all different degrees happen as we age, regardless of the efforts we make to halt the process. Besides time and aging, genetics and body shape are factors we can’t control. Other factors to blame for this sagging at the jawline include a long history of fluctuating weight, a few bad habits and the loss of elasticity.
Tagged with: aging, botox, chin goals, crepey skin, dermal fillers, facial sculpting, fat reduction, jawline, jowls, nefertiti, Rejuvenation, retinoids, skin tightening, trusculpt 3D, youthful
What’s the big deal with Retinoids?
The most ardent fans of retinoids are not only dermatologists, but also everyone who uses them properly and consistently. So, what makes retinoids such a big deal? Why are they the most prescribed anti-aging, anti-acne medications on the planet?
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Marionette Lines
Marionettes are a result of the general facial aging process: volume loss and loss of structural support from shrinking facial fat pads, bone and mineral loss (particularly the bony resorption of the mandible), decrease in collagen and elastin production and hormonal changes that thin and weaken skin. Movement, genetics and bad habits also contribute to development and severity of marionettes.
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Age spots
Age spots are also called liver spots, solar lentigines, sunspots, and they can appear peppered across any part of the body that has sustained unprotected sun exposure over the years. The face, hands, arms, chest, back and legs are the most commonly affected areas.
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Under Eye Shadows
Dark shadows under eyes are a big drag. They make us look tired, vitamin deficient, negligent in the self care department. Under eye circles are further accentuated when wearing masks because eyes become basically the sole focus. (Can’t help thinking…
Tagged with: dark circles, eyes, healthy skin, retinoids, skin, skin cell turnover, under eyes, youthful
Skin Cell Turnover
Skin care professionals talk about skin cell turnover as if it is the key to the fountain of youth, the holy grail of clear, smooth skin because it pretty much is. Not only does skin look and feel healthy, but…
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