Receding Hairline? Microblading Tattoos the Hair Back onto Your Scalp
Microblading started as a beauty treatment to help define thinning eyebrows. Now it’s being used on the scalp to conceal receding hairlines and shedding. Here’s what you need to know about this increasingly popular alternative to hair restoration surgery. If you’re not totally hip to the microblading craze, let us give you a quick rundown. Microblading ... Read more
Dental Care During Pregnancy: X-Rays, Anesthesia, and Other Common Concerns
Oral health presents its unique challenges during pregnancy, and has a direct impact on both the mother and baby’s well-being. Here we discuss the do’s and dont’s of dental care when pregnant. Morning sickness, hormone fluctuations, and a higher consumption of carbohydrates (hello, pregnancy cravings!) can lead to tooth decay, gum disease, gingivitis, and a ... Read more
How Hard Water Affects the Skin, and What You Can Do About It
You probably already know that hard water can make your hair rough, dull, and hard to style, but did you know that it can negatively affect your skin, too? Hard water contains minerals that dry out the skin, clog pores, and can lead to stubborn skin conditions like dermatitis, acne, and eczema. Before you run ... Read more
8 Binge-Worthy Plastic Surgery Shows and Their Impact on the Industry
You’re flipping through the TV channels and stumble upon a plastic surgery show. We’ve all seen them: good-looking plastic surgeons performing a tummy tuck, a breast lift or a nose job. Real depictions of plastic surgery can be either unpleasant or fascinating to watch, depending on who you ask. From dramatic originals like Nip/Tuck to ... Read more
Do Veneers Ruin the Teeth? 10 Important Things to Consider Before Getting Dental Veneers
Dreaming of a picture-perfect smile? You may want to consider getting dental veneers, which can help you achieve bright, white and perfectly aligned teeth. Dental veneers are thin shells, usually between .3 and .5 millimeters thick, made of porcelain or ceramic composite that is placed over the natural teeth to create a more unified and ... Read more
There’s No Such Thing as a Botox Cream… at Least, Not Yet
There are a slew of so-called Botox alternatives in development, but one is far more anticipated than all the others. And if Botox injections or needles on the whole scare you, you’re in for a treat! A brand-new Botox gel is expected to hit the market in the coming years. If you’ve seen Botox cream for sale on the ... Read more
Gritting: Real Blackhead Removal Solution or Over-Hyped Craze?
Have you ever been sucked down the popping rabbit hole on YouTube? We don’t recommend it. It’s not for the faint of heart. But if you’re okay with watching gross yet admittedly satisfying videos of zit-popping and blackhead removal, then you’ve probably seen photos and videos on skin gritting showing up on your feed. This ... Read more
Laser Treatments for Skin Toning: An Effective Solution to Pigmentation Issues
Laser toning treatments can effectively correct sun spots, acne scars, melasma and other conditions that affect the skin’s pigmentation, whether they’re at the surface or deep in the dermal layers. You probably already know about the many applications of laser and other light-based technologies in the aesthetic industry: they’re used for everything from hair and tattoo removal to ... Read more
9 Skin Care Myths and Old Wives Tales Exposed
Knowing which skin care products to use and preventative measures to take requires dedication — and a healthy dose of skepticism. Here we set the record straight on some of the most enduring skincare myths and beliefs. 1. Dark-Skinned People Can’t Get Skin Cancer The common belief that people with darker complexions can’t get skin cancer is not only ... Read more
9 Expert Tips to Help You Determine Your Correct Bra Size
It’s hard to believe that 80% of American women don’t know their true bra size or even how to measure their bust correctly, but it’s true. Given the plethora of sizes, styles and fits available at every department store and lingerie shop in the country, it’s a bit of a mystery how so many women ... Read more
