If you are wondering about varicose veins or spider veins and how they form, we are here to help. Within the circulatory system, veins are responsible for carrying oxygen-depleted blood back to the heart from other areas of the body. Normally, one-way valves in veins prevent blood traveling from the legs to the heart from
The Difference Between Smart Lipo and Vaser Lipo
Liposuction is one of the most popular cosmetic surgeries performed in the United States. It removes fat tissue from the body, particularly in stubborn areas resistant to diet and exercise. The procedure doesn’t replace weight loss but can help speed up the process. In 1974, Italian and French surgeons began using suctions to remove fat.
The Stages of Tattoo Removal
Aging Gracefully With Microdermabrasion: Don’t Tough It Out, Slough It Off
It’s No Skin Off Your Back – With Laser Tattoo Removal
We’ve all heard about loving couples who got matching tattoos with each other’s names – only to eventually break up, causing an awkward situation with their future significant others. Nearly 30 percent of all Americans, including half of all millennials, have at least one tattoo. However, as many as 25 percent of them say they
Truth and Lies About Cellulite
Everyone seems to have an opinion about cellulite, the dimpled flesh commonly found on thighs, buttocks, and bellies. Let’s do some myth-busting and separate the facts from fiction about cellulite, shall we? · Cellulite is caused by an infection. FALSE: Infections don’t cause cellulite. Cellulite occurs when the normal fat layer
Getting Botox Before Wrinkles and Age Lines Appear
Everyone knows that Botox cosmetic treatments help wind back the effects aging has on your face by smoothing out frown lines or crow’s feet. But did you know you could get a jump-start on keeping lines and wrinkles at bay – before they even appear? Whether we notice it or not, our skin changes every
How Long Should I Wear Compression Socks for Varicose Veins?
Varicose veins can be itchy and painful and, if left untreated, your large, bulging, and ropey varicose veins can lead to even worse complications. Although there are medical and surgical treatments for varicose veins, wearing compression socks is a simple, noninvasive way to prevent symptoms and worsening of your varicose veins. The condition occurs when
What Causes Spider Veins?
You know those small, colorful, wispy veins that can sometimes be visible in your legs, or maybe even on your face? Although these spider veins may look scary, they pose almost no serious threat to you, even though the veins may appear red, purple and blue – colors you’re likely not used to seeing just
The Importance of Exfoliation
Our skin is on guard duty 24/7. It protects us from bacteria, viruses, and toxins in the environment every moment of every day. That’s a lot to ask of our skin – on top of which, we want it to look radiant and glowing. Although skin cells are continually renewing themselves, aging and environmental influences
