Aesthetics Practice Today

Finding Providers Online

Kimberly Cray — Tue, 21 May 2013 19:31:00 GMT

Question for you: How do you find your medical provider? The most obvious of answers to this question is our dear friend, Google. What was life like before this search engine giant? I don't remember. I mean, seriously, who doesn't google twenty things...(read more)

The Importance of Moisturizers

Mina Grasso — Tue, 14 May 2013 16:45:00 GMT

Over the years we have introduced various medical skin care products and aesthetic procedures such as laser resurfacing, chemical peels and micro-needling that result in temporary redness, dryness and irritation. At times, instructions for use of moisturizers...(read more)

Hyaluronic Acid Fillers

Kimberly Cray — Tue, 07 May 2013 16:52:00 GMT

Hyaluronic acid is a basic element in connective skin tissue. As a hyaluronic acid filler, Belotero is effective because of its ability to attract and retain water. Hyaluronic acid also helps to nourish and moisturize the skin. Unfortunately, as we age...(read more)

Regenerating Growth Factors

Mina Grasso — Tue, 30 Apr 2013 15:09:00 GMT

Growth factors enhance the skin's natural ability to heal and regenerate to produce more youthful skin. Growth factors are proteins that regulate cellular growth and the activity of skin cells. There are multiple growth factors responsible in maintaining...(read more)

Quench Your Skin with H20

Kimberly Cray — Tue, 23 Apr 2013 21:22:00 GMT

Have you noticed that we live in a dehydrated world full of carbonated beverages, caffeine and alcohol? I know people who consume multiple sodas, juices and coffees a day. But what about water? Drinking adequate amounts of water daily is important for...(read more)

Arm Reshaping and Toning

Mina Grasso — Mon, 15 Apr 2013 16:47:00 GMT

As spring and summer entice the sunshine and warm weather, short sleeves or sleeveless tops and spaghetti straps are the favorite fashion. Yet some people prefer long sleeves and sweaters year-round because they feel self conscious about their arms. Due...(read more)

Healthy Tan? No Such Thing

Kimberly Cray — Tue, 09 Apr 2013 20:46:00 GMT

Working in medicine, specifically dermatology, we know there is no such thing as a "healthy tan." When it comes to educating younger generations, I wish the effects of sun were immediate. I wish when a young girl stepped out of the tanning bed she saw...(read more)

Micro-Needling for Skin Rejuvenation

Mina Grasso — Tue, 02 Apr 2013 21:17:00 GMT

Everyone wants beautiful, healthy skin. Patients seek various skin rejuvenation treatments to reduce pore size, reduce pigmentation, tighten skin and reduce fine lines, wrinkles, and scars. Micro-needling using a device such as Dermapen is a skin rejuvenation...(read more)

Anti-Aging for Men

Kimberly Cray — Tue, 26 Mar 2013 15:02:00 GMT

As I plan my honeymoon in Italy I can't help but pause for a moment and think about the incredible culture, great food, amazing coast line - and then there's the man who only seems to get better looking, George Clooney. Let's face it, the man is undoubtedly...(read more)

VISIA Skin Analysis

Mina Grasso — Tue, 19 Mar 2013 21:10:00 GMT

A skin analysis device can help determine your patient's complexion profile. With so many options for skin rejuvenation, it's difficult for practitioners, let alone patients, to choose what treatment is right for them. Skin analysis should be performed...(read more)

Treating Acne Aftermath

Kimberly Cray — Tue, 12 Mar 2013 19:44:00 GMT

Whether you currently have acne or have suffered from acne in the past, one thing we know for sure is that acne changes our skin. This includes dark spots, red spots and indentations that remain well after acne lesions have cleared. Exactly how this is...(read more)

My Best Beauty Tips

Mina Grasso — Tue, 05 Mar 2013 20:55:00 GMT

Five Common Beauty Problems Acne/Acne Scars - Systemic medication such as Accutane with potential serious side effects may be avoided with the use of topical anti-acne and antibiotics combined with Cooltouch and Spectra Laser treatments that help to reduce...(read more)

The Naked Neurotoxin

Kimberly Cray — Tue, 26 Feb 2013 16:30:00 GMT

Move over Botox and Dysport. There's a new botulinum on the market. Incobotulinumtoxin A, or Xeomin, is the latest serotype A botulinum toxin available. Manufactured by Merz Aesthetics, it has been used in Europe since 2008 with over 84,000 patients treated...(read more)

Skin Rejuvenation at the Genetic Level

Mina Grasso — Tue, 19 Feb 2013 18:04:00 GMT

Intense pulsed light - photorejuvenation - has been around for over 20 years. It has grown rapidly in popularity over the last decade. It is the most popular non-ablative skin rejuvenation treatment that has continued to show clinical improvement of skin...(read more)

Hyperpigmentation and Fresh, Glowing Skin

Kimberly Cray — Tue, 12 Feb 2013 18:12:00 GMT

Vivatia is an advanced skin care system offering patients undeniable results. This system is a new take on anti-aging skin care, focusing on safe and effective delivery of key ingredients such as anti-oxidants and hydroquinone. Vivatia consists of 3 steps:...(read more)