Beauty

Men of all ages have discovered that medical spa treatments help them keep their competitive edge in today’s “looks matter” culture.

The Spa at Lakes Dermatology gives us the 101 on glycolic acid.

The new science of beauty is advancing faster than you can say stem cells, telomeres, and glycan, and that means major advances in skin products and cosmetics.

That top line: Hyaluronic acid helps the skin maintain a youthful, dewy appearance, and many fans say it is the ultimate anti-aging treatment.

Bruise your skin as a means to combat aging? Some would think this sounds counterintuitive but for many men and women, this is a widely adopted anti-aging routine procedure.

When Marilyn Monroe famously sang, “Diamonds are a Girl’s Best Friend,” she might have been predicting the luxurious diamond facial. Today, diamond facials are popular with Hollywood stars and can work wonders on dry, dull skin.

Hyrdrafacial treatments vary but in essence a hydrafacial removes dead skin cells, extracts impurities and rejuvenates the skin with cleansing, hydrating and moisturizing serums.

Besides physical health benefits – being a slim, svelte you – exercise can really make skin look healthier and radiant when you can’t get to a spa.

When I first heard about oxygen facials, I thought this sounds like a quick fix for a special occasion. Turns out, while I wasn’t 100% right, I was close.

Many women want narrower noses, higher cheekbones, reduced foreheads and more. In this play of tones that are a few shades lighter and darker than one’s natural skin tone, anyone can design, enhance, and sculpt features to achieve the look they want.