Aptly named, spider veins, or telangiectasia, are small clusters of veins that appear like thin reddish blue lines near the surface of the skin. Unlike other veins that are more singular in nature, these ones appear like small spider webs and tend to affect the legs, hands, and face, particularly around the nose, cheeks, and … Read more
There are a number of different issues that can plague your skin, but one of the seemingly most frustrating is skin discoloration. Whether it’s from age, sun exposure, or hormones, the underlying cause of uneven skin tone is typically hyperpigmentation, which is the darkening of an area of the skin due to an increase in … Read more
Whether it’s the season for slipping into your bikini or donning a risqué holiday dress, unwanted body hair is never a welcome companion. While some of the more traditional hair removal options have long been go-tos for many women, beauty companies are constantly launching new products that promise to remedy the issue. But the Does … Read more
One the newest technologies to hit the mainstream beauty industry in recent years are microdermabrasion machines. What at one time could only be done in a dermatologist’s office can now be done in the comfort of your own home as an alternative to cosmetic surgery. It is a skin resurfacing technique designed to remove the … Read more
The UV rays from the sun can cause a radiation burn that affects living tissue. When you get a sunburn from overexposure to the sun’s rays, the skin’s DNA is damaged which causes type 1 cell-death. The damaged areas have to be replaced but the old skin has to be peeled away first. That doesn’t … Read more
Using skin care products is an important part of any skin care maintenance regimen. That blotchy-looking skin tone is an issue most people suffer from, especially as they age, and can result in feelings of self-consciousness. Changes in the pigmentation in the skin occurs when melanin increases which results in a blotchy look. After scouring … Read more
Aging causes all kinds of changes in the skin. It becomes thinner and less elastic with age so fine lines and wrinkles begin to appear. Additionally, mild complexion problems from sun damage and acne scarring become more prevalent. Fortunately, in order to delay the look of aging for as long as possible, technology has come … Read more
If asked, the majority of people will admit that they want better skin. In fact, millions of people worldwide undergo some kind of skin procedure every year. The specific type of procedure varies widely, but two of the most common are microdermabrasion and laser resurfacing. When deciding between treatments, most people consider affordability and convenience … Read more
Consider by some the “unsung skincare heroes,” ceramides are literally part of the “glue” that holds the skin together. And like most good things, these important cellular components decrease with age. This depletion is one of the biggest reasons why your skin becomes drier, thinner, and wrinklier with age. Fortunately, ceramides seem to be claiming … Read more
Your skin is one of the fastest giveaways of not only your age, and no one enjoys looking older. This is likely one of the key factors that men and women worldwide spend billions on over-the-counter creams, prescription fillers, and other skincare products to reverse the signs of aging. But most of these treatments are … Read more
