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Botox and Dysport have been FDA approved for quite a while now. Millions of women have had the injections, and most are overwhelmingly happy with their results. As time goes by, it's time to ask a few questions about these amazing injectable youth preservers. Is It Possible To Become Resistant To Botox? It is extremely rare. If you had botulinum poisoning as a child from some home-canned vegetables or the like,  you could conceivably have developed antibodies...

Thanksgiving wine pairings are less about precision and more about variety.  If you're anything like me, your table typically looks like a smorgasbord or buffet, so you're wines need to reflect those diverse flavors.  The wines that I'll be suggesting will be great for turkey as well as ham and possibly even a prime rib. It's equally important to have wines that go well with all of the side dishes that make Thanksgiving so memorable. For starters,...

For many women, they desire procedures such as breast augmentations, breast lifts, tummy tucks and mommy makeovers be combined into a single surgery.  It is imperative to remember that all safety concerns be addressed and discussed with your carefully chosen surgeon beforehand. Combination surgery should only happen when combining cosmetic procedures is the very best option for the patient. Every woman has a distinctive situation, so multiple aesthetic procedures will naturally have different outcomes for...

The Hydrafacial, Microneedling, and Microblading are all some relatively new beauty treatments that are amazing. Each year we see new innovative procedures that are interesting, but the following three treatments are way beyond being just “interesting.” They are, in fact, innovative, cost-effective and they work! The Hydrafacial The Hydrafacial is a non-invasive treatment that cleans, exfoliates, extracts and hydrates your skin, all at the same time. Having a Hydrafacial is a painless yet highly effective treatment that...

The vast majority of breast augmentations performed are using round implants, and about 30 percent use anatomical, or “shaped” implants instead. The individual shape has its own unique set of benefits, but not all work for every woman. How do you know if you’re a good candidate for anatomical implants? The Shaped Implants - What Do They Offer? As with the round implants, shaped implants may be either silicone or saline. Anatomical breast implants also offer a...

There are many different types of dermal fillers available, each with their own unique advantages. Taking a look at some of the top fillers is a very good idea if you are considering this treatment. One of the quickest and easiest ways to give your face an anti-aging beauty boost is with dermal fillers. These injectable treatments can erase wrinkles, fill in scars, and plump up lips and reshape the face. With a few carefully placed...

If you are considering a tummy tuck / liposuction procedure, you more than likely are dealing with one of those abhorrent occurrences, known to many as “lower ab flab.” It isn't pretty, and it doesn't go away easily. Even diet and exercise don't touch that pooch below your abs, which is a fact. Women everywhere have realized that they are not alone in dealing the “pooch.” It appears to be fairly standard operating procedure for all...

As the skin ages, the repair and rejuvenation mechanisms begin to decline naturally - this starts from the age of 28 years- Microneedling has entered the realm of skincare to change all that. Microneedling is a skin rejuvenation treatment that naturally helps trigger collagen and elastin construction within the skin with maximum results and minimum downtime. It’s safe for nearly all skin types. The technique works by creating microscopic channels in the skin while still keeping the...

Also referred to as a mastopexy, breast lift surgery enhances the position and also the shape of sagging, deflated-looking breasts. Although a private consultation is needed with your surgeon to know how a breast lift would change the appearance of your breasts, here are a few general facts about this breast lift surgery: A breast lift can be combined with breast implants, if you want also to increase the size of your breasts or if...

Do you often see blackheads around your nose? Enlarged pores may be to blame. Oil glands can make too much oil and mix with dead skin. This causes your pores to clog, so for the oil to flow, your pores will enlarge. Once the debris comes into contact with the air, blackheads form. Tired of this vicious cycle? It’s time for a HydraFacial. A HydraFacial is for those who have enlarged pores and other skin issues...