Aging around the eyes is one of the most prominent aesthetic concerns. Common signs of aging in the undereye area include fine lines, wrinkles, sagging skin, dark circles, undereye bags, dryness, age spots, and puffiness. With advancements in aesthetic medicine, innovative treatments have been developed to enhance undereye rejuvenation. Patients seeking nonsurgical alternatives to dermal […]
What are nasolabial folds? Nasolabial folds, also known as smile or laugh lines, are the lines that run from the sides of the nose to either side of the mouth. With age, skin loses collagen and becomes thinner resulting in more prominent and deeper folds. Different factors contribute to the appearance of these folds such […]
PDLLA Skin Boosters such as JUVELOOK work by stimulating collagen production. PDLLA acts as a scaffold in the skin, encouraging fibroblasts to create new collagen fibers through a process called neocollagenesis, which gradually improves skin texture, firmness, and elasticity. Alternatively, PDRN Skin Boosters such as REJURAN introduce polynucleotides (PN) into the skin to activate fibroblasts […]
Juvelook® and Sculptra® are both injectable treatments designed to improve skin appearance and stimulate collagen production. Juvelook® k contains poly-D,L-lactic acid (PDLLA), while Sculptra® contains poly-L-lactic acid (PLLA). Both PDLLA and PLLA act as a scaffold within the skin, promoting fibroblast activity and encouraging new collagen formation (neocollagenesis), which gradually improves skin texture, firmness, and […]
“Ozempic face” is an informal term used to describe the sunken appearance that can occur in the face after rapid weight loss, leading to looser skin and more pronounced wrinkles. Ozempic, or semaglutide, is a long-acting and effective glucagon-like peptide-1 (GLP-1) receptor agonist. It helps the pancreas release adequate insulin when blood sugar levels are […]
What is PDRN? Polydeoxyribonucleotide (PDRN) is made of DNA fragments sourced from the sperm cells of Oncorhynchus mykiss (rainbow trout) or Oncorhynchus keta (chum salmon). Sperm cells are the best source to obtain PDRN because they are free from impurities such as proteins, peptides, and lipids. PDRN has been shown to have therapeutic benefits, including […]
“Tech neck” has become a rising aesthetic concern as young adults and children have frequently bent their necks forward to look at cell phones, tablets, or books. With increased usage, aging, and skin laxity, horizontal neck lines appear as linear depressions or furrows on the front part of the neck. A slender, smooth, wrinkle-free neck […]
This is the hottest skin booster from Korea. The active ingredient,PDRN, activates the skin’s ability to self-regenerate, promotescollagen and elastin production, and deeply hydrates the skin. Inturn, you will notice that the skin complexion is brighter, reducedpore skin, reduced redness as soon as 5-7 days after the treatment! There are many different methods to administer […]
Alcohol can thin the blood, increasing the risk of bruising. According to Stanford Health Care, individuals should avoid alcohol for at least 24 hours before and after undergoing treatment. Alcohol can also: Anyone experiencing side effects after their treatments, whether or not they have consumed alcohol, should consult their doctor or cosmetic provider.
When the skin sustains trauma (i.e. surgical, accident, wound), it generates scar tissue to repair and protect the injured area. However if errors occur during skin remodeling this can lead to excessive tissue growth, resulting in hypertrophic scars or keloids. Keloids are raised growths that appear pink, flesh-colored, or red, and they can continue to […]