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SculpSure™ Non-Invasive Body Contouring

SculpSure is a breakthrough device for the reduction of stubborn fat in problem areas like the abdomen or love handles. SculpSure helps patients achieve a slimmer appearance without surgery or downtime. Even with diet and exercise, most people have areas of stubborn fat that seem impossible to get rid of. SculpSure can help patients of all skin types achieve the results they are looking for with a non-invasive treatment that fits into their busy life...

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What Should I Do If My Prescription Is Too Expensive?

Has this ever happened to you? You head to the pharmacy to pick up your medicine, only to find it costs 10x the amount you expected? Instead of leaving with a filled prescription, you leave frustrated and shocked at the $400 total. Some drugs cost hundreds (even thousands) at retail, so what should you do when a prescription is just too expensive? Luckily, there are a few things you can try to bring down the cost. Note: These strategies won’t wo...

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3 Skincare Habits That are Ruining Your Face

We all want to put our best face forward. Honestly, who doesn’t want clear, radiant skin? Hormones and genetics might be keeping your skin from looking perfect, but you could also be contributing to the problem. In an effort to help your skin, do your best to avoid these three bad skincare habits. Bad Habit #1: Popping Your Zits You look in the mirror only to see a big whitehead staring back at you. You have to pop it, right? Wrong. Popping zi...

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Tips for Preventing and Managing Melasma

Have you ever seen a dark, patchy area on a person’s forehead or cheeks? Or maybe you’ve experienced it yourself? If so, you’re most likely looking at melasma, a relatively common skin condition. Melasma causes hyper-pigmented patches of skin. These patches usually appear on the face and seem to come from nowhere. Even though melasma isn’t painful or uncomfortable, it’s a source of cosmetic frustration. Fortunately, with intentionality a...

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The Daily Anti-Aging Routine You Can Start Now

With the best anti-aging products at your fingertips, how do you know which ones to choose? The beauty of this simple routine is that people of any age can keep their skin looking young. And with just four skin care essentials, you won’t break the bank getting started. Morning Routine 1. Wash Your Face Start the day by washing your face with a mild cleanser. CeraVe’s cleanser or SkinMedica’s foaming face wash work well. They gently remove oils, o...

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Forget the Facelift: Tighten and Lift Facial Skin With Ultherapy

You look in the mirror each morning and wonder exactly when your face started to sag so badly. If you hold your skin a certain way, you can almost see a younger you. Of course you’d like to get your fresh face back, but you may not want to deal with surgery. Thanks to Ultherapy you can get the facelift results you’ve been wanting without ever going under the knife. This FDA-approved ultrasound therapy creates long-lasting results much like a f...

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The Complete Guide to Mole Removal

Moles literally come in all shapes, sizes, and places. Some can be left alone and others should be removed, either for medical or cosmetic reasons. If a mole needs to be removed, there are several options for getting rid of a mole, ranging from laser mole removal to shaving it down. Whatever the need, a trusted dermatologist will deliver the best results. Medical Mole Removal People have moles removed for a variety of medical reasons. Some moles will t...

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Botox Do’s & Don’ts: How to Prepare for Your Appointment

Choosing someone to treat your lines and wrinkles is a big decision. How do you choose one doctor over another? What questions are appropriate during your appointment? After confirming that the dermatologist does Botox (not all do), ask these questions to find the right cosmetic treatment provider for you. When you call, ask… 1. Is Botox a common procedure at your office? The office you choose should have routine experience with injections. This s...

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Forget Surgery: New Proven Procedure To Dissolve Your Double Chin

Aren’t you glad we’re out of picture season? Around the holidays, there’s a snapshot at every turn. And if you’re one of the 68% of people worried about a double chin, these pictures take work! To hide your chins, you contort yourself below the camera and protrude your neck just right (making you feel more like a short giraffe than a top model). Or you forget to pose, only to regret your indiscretion the moment the picture pops up on social me...

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4 Surprising Things You Didn’t Know About Skin Cancer

We’ve all heard that melanoma is the deadliest form of skin cancer, but it bears repeating. This year alone, nearly 10,000 people have died because of it. Despite its prevalence, some of us tend to slough off obvious skin cancer symptoms. However, these lesser known skin cancer facts can save your life by signaling cancer early enough for treatment. 1. Skin Cancer Can Look Like Anything If you have an unknown bump on your skin, it could be cancer. Mo...

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