Summertime and travel season is in full swing. It’s exciting and, at the same time, stressful. Changes in your usual routine, sleep, eating, and everything else may have negative effects on your skin. So, here are a few tips for helping you stay on track with your skin care routine and maintain great skin even […]
Beauty is Skin Deep
You’ve probably heard the expression “beauty is skin deep,” and might even wonder why or how it applies to you. The reality is that people who have beautiful skin look and feel better about themselves. Maybe you’re struggling with acne, sun damage, or signs of aging. Or maybe you have a chronic skin condition, such […]
5 Tips to Help you Protect Your Skin This Summer
Summer is here and, if you’re thinking of getting a tan, please rethink that! It’s a really bad idea for both you and your skin. After all, exposure to UV rays is the fastest way to age your skin, as well as increase your risk of skin cancer. Neither is anything you want! So, here […]
Skin Care for Men
All too often, men ignore their skin, thinking just shaving is enough. Not so. Everyone needs a good skin care routine. Exercise, work, kids, and everything else in your day may leave you feeling and looking tired. Sweat, grime, and stress can lead to undesirable outcomes, including breakouts. Don’t ignore your skin; instead, here are […]
Botox® Cosmetic: A great way to lose those wrinkles
Botox® Cosmetic is an FDA-approved treatment that temporarily makes moderate to severe frown lines, crow’s feet, and forehead lines look better in adults. It requires minimal downtime; you can return to your daily routine immediately after leaving my office. You’ll look like you, only with less noticeable facial lines. How it works A combination of factors […]
Skin Care Treats for Moms
This month, we celebrate our moms for all they do. Moms devote so much time to caring for others, they often don’t make taking care of themselves a priority. If you’re a mom, you probably spent the past two years juggling more tasks than ever and spent less time on yourself. Now that the pandemic […]
May Focuses on Melanoma Awareness
The first Monday in May is Melanoma Monday, and the entire month is designated as National Melanoma Awareness Month. This is designed to raise awareness about the dangers of melanoma, a type of skin cancer. If left untreated, this form of skin cancer can spread rapidly to other areas of the body. It is important […]
Time for Extra Sun Protection
As we approach the weather that makes living in Chicago the best, it’s important to remind you that the more time you spend outdoors, the higher your exposure to the sun’s harmful rays. By now, you’ve probably heard me say a zillion times how important it is to wear a broad-spectrum UVA/UVB sunscreen that’s at […]
3 Great Skin Rejuvenation Treatments
Now is a great time for a skin rejuvenation treatment to give you fabulous skin that’s as fresh as spring. We are pleased to offer the following: Microneedling This is an excellent minimally invasive procedure that helps generate new collagen and skin tissue for smoother, firmer, more toned skin. It also reduces the appearance of […]
Spring forward with glowing, healthy skin
Although it may not feel like spring, it’s time to start thinking about it. That means out with the old and in with the new; and glow your way into spring. Out with the old Exactly when did you buy those cosmetics or skin care products? Even if they are your favorite and you just […]