When you hear "cosmetic procedures," do you automatically think plastic surgery? If so, it might be time to expand your horizons. Find out how professional treatments can help you achieve long-term results for dark circles, wrinkles, spider veins and hair removal. You’ll also get tips on preparing and healing from your procedure.

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“Nature gives you the face you have at twenty; it is up to you to merit the face you have at fifty.” - Coco Chanel

Even under the best of circumstances, the aging process can produce unwanted changes in our skin. And with a plethora of anti-aging products to choose from, it helps to have some knowledge about how aging works and what you can do ( Read more... )

I’ve had the same issue for as long as I can remember. When it comes to treating skin problems like acne, rosacea or crow’s feet, products fall into one of two categories: either they’re so potent that they effectively tackle the problem area while also attacking my poor skin, stripping it of necessary oils and leaving me a red, irritated mess; or ( Read more... )

Work, home, cocktail party, a long flight…wherever we may be on a daily basis, we can always benefit from an instant skincare boost. These products will help you look and feel more awake, alert and rejuvenated. And many of these products can help mend common skincare annoyances, like blemishes that seem to pop up out of nowhere. Plus, all require ( Read more... )

__melodic__ asks: I noticed the other day that I have slight lines on my face from smiling and I'm not too fond of them. Do you know if there is a way to decrease them, either natural or a store bought cream?

The best thing you can do is to prevent the lines from forming in the first place...and I definitely don't mean that you should stop smiling! ( Read more... )

So how do fine lines and wrinkles actually appear? Who or what is really to blame?

• Facial expressions. When we smile, laugh, frown or squint, we use facial muscles. So, naturally over the years, lines and wrinkles develop.
• Environmental enemies. Pollution, chemicals, automotive exhaust, wind and UVA/UVB sun rays attack skin. These environmental ( Read more... )

Thought I would share some great information about skin type and wrinkles. This question came from a reader about whether oily skin is actually less likely to develop wrinkles:

jenesis914  People are always saying that oily skin is a sign that you will age well/not get wrinkles. But oily skin is also a result of dry skin producing more oil to ( Read more... )