NeoGraft Q&A with Jeffrey So, PA
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Question 1. What is the difference between traditional strip method of hair restoration and NeoGraft? The biggest difference between Neograft and the strip method is that Neograft does not result in a major scar as the strip method, and does not require surgery. Because the Neograft avoids surgery, the recovery is much easier and quicker…
Read MoreTattoo Regret? Meet our PiQo4 laser for tattoo removal.
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You found the cutest off-shoulder top to wear with cut-offs for brunch. What’s not so cute? The green shamrock and italicized “lucky” spanning your right shoulder. Yes, we’ve all done things in youth that we regret today, but for unwanted tattoos, there is now a better solution for their removal: the PiQo4 picosecond laser. Using…
Read MoreProbiotics for the face?
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If you embrace healthy dietary recommendations, you’re probably consuming kefir and kimchi, which aid in digestion and promote immune function. But, recently the billion-dollar beauty industry has jumped on board too, and probiotics are in everything from cleansers to serums to sunscreens. Are probiotics really beneficial when rubbed on the skin? The thinking behind topical…
Read MoreIs my neck aging me?
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You diligently cleanse, moisturize, apply reparative serums and of course sunscreen every day to your face. But, what about your neck? It’s an area all too often neglected and unfortunately, one of the first signs to show age because of its more delicate skin. Don’t let your neck give away your true age. Here are…
Read MoreAll About Eyes
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Eyes tell us so much about someone’s mood, confidence, and age. If your eyes look youthful, people notice. So how do you keep this feature fresh? We’ve got you covered with our 5-step approach. Step 1. Reboot—The skin surrounding your eyes is delicate. As we age, collagen in this area breaks down fastest, leading to…
Read MoreLook Young but not Done
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Want to refresh your look without losing your identity? Just like makeup, cosmetic surgical procedures should enhance your natural beauty, not re-create or hide it. We asked our own Dr. Ron Moy, a facial plastic surgeon and dermatologist about how to achieve the most natural looking facelift. Here a some of his tips. Communicate your goals. When…
Read More5 Wrinkle Causing Habits to Ditch!
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Wearing sunscreen on sunny days only: There is nothing that ages us more than UV damage from the sun. Although many of us reach for the SPF before heading to the beach, it’s so important to get in the habit of using a broad-spectrum sunscreen every day, especially on your face. Pick a sunscreen that…
Read MoreAm I too young for a cosmetic procedure?
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If you’re in your 20s, have you wondered, “Am I too young to consider a cosmetic procedure?” Honestly, probably not. As we learn more about cosmetic injectables, we are gaining insight on how these products and procedures can actually help to prevent the signs of aging. Yes, starting cosmetics early allows us to “prejuvenate” or…
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