Natrelle 410, the “gummy bear implant,” now on the market Most people probably think of one thing when they heard the words “gummy bear;” the delicious, ursine candies. But there’s another meaning – what are known as “gummy bear breast implants,” the nickname for a type of silicone gel implant that’s been the subject of […]
Some simple things you can do to get the most out of your weight loss regimen Losing weight is a common New Year’s resolution, but around this time, a lot of people who vowed to get slimmer will give up due to frustration that their efforts are not producing the results they’re after. Try not […]
The dos and don’ts of growing older elegantly When we’re kids, all we want to do is grow up – but once we do, we wind up wanting to look and feel younger. But unfortunately, we’re all destined to age, our skin along with it. Time slays kings, ruins towns, and beats high mountains down […]
What goes into the final tally One of the biggest factors that can deter prospective cosmetic surgery patients is the cost of the procedure itself. Since cosmetic surgery is, in most cases, discretionary, it’s not typically covered by insurance, so the cost of the procedure falls upon the patient. With surgical procedures running a tab […]
Can now be used to treat overactive bladder Botox isn’t just useful for making your facial wrinkles fade (although it’s certainly useful for that). It’s also used to treat muscle disorders, excess sweating, and acne. Now, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration has approved it for another use; treating overactive bladder. Overactive bladder is a […]
A new study suggests it’s possible We all know Botox is an effective treatment for minimizing the appearance of frown lines, but is it possible that they could also treat the frowns themselves? Researchers at the Chevy Chase Cosmetic Centre in Maryland suggest that Botox could be used to treat depression. In a story in […]
What you can vow to do to keep yourself looking your best. After everyone’s had a go of singing Auld Lang Syne and celebrated the passing of another year, a lot of people have, of course, vowed to improve themselves with the tradition of the New Year’s Resolution. If you’re still pondering what to put […]
Apitherapy becoming a popular facial treatment. Honey isn’t the only thing bees produce that’s sought after by humans. As it turns out, the content of their stingers is used as a much-desired anti-aging treatment. Bee venom facials, also known as “apitherapy,” are fast becoming known as “the natural Botox” in some corners of the world, […]
A London study suggests you’re looking good in the long haul One of the most popular questions regarding facelifts is, “how long will the results last?” A facelift is a serious undertaking, and not to be taken them lightly. People want to know what they’re getting into before they take the plunge. Minimally-invasive procedures such […]
A new study from the UK and Scotland shows that more than five years after patients undergo a facelift procedure, three-fourths of them still look younger than they did before the surgery. Even though some areas of the patient’s face showed some signs of aging, a range of assessments showed long lasting results, according to […]