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Microneedling, also known as collagen induction therapy, is a procedure that is used only in a licensed professional spa. This procedure aimed to achieve younger, smoother, clearer-looking skin by stimulating collagen production using collagen induction therapy. It became popular because it improves fine lines, wrinkles, and skin texture with little recovery time. In addition, it is not as invasive as other procedures like chemical peels, dermabrasion, laser resurfacing, etc.In-office cost of mi …

Many may know turmeric as a spice used in cooking. It’s now making its way from the kitchen cabinet to the bathroom cabinet. Turmeric has been around for hundreds of years and is used for medicinal purposes. The skincare industry honed in on its benefits and started developing skincare products with it. Some are hesitant to put the yellow spice on their skin, and some are all for it. Which one are you? What Is Turmeric? Turmeric is a spice that comes from the turmeric plant. The root is w …

When purchasing new skincare products, I tend to pay more attention to the ingredients that are listed. I started noticing growth factors have been showing up as an ingredient in skincare products more abundantly. It is marketed as an anti-aging ingredient, but do you know what it is or what it does? I didn’t until I did a little research of my own. Here’s what I found. What Are Growth Factors? Growth factors are proteins in the body that stimulates the cells to renew, heal, and grow. Whe …

Washing the face is a definite must in your skincare regimen, but is exfoliating? I think I started using exfoliants somewhere in my twenties. Many may believe that it is not as important when you are younger and that it is only for aging skin. In actuality, it can be beneficial to even start in your teen years when acne is an issue. Regardless, exfoliating can have many benefits for your skin. What is Exfoliating? The skin naturally sheds every 30 days or so to allow room for new cells t …

Don’t let the word acid in hyaluronic acid fool you. It won’t burn your skin, trust me. It’s actually a popular ingredient that is surfacing in the skincare industry, claiming that it’s like a drink of water for your skin. Hyaluronic acid is well known for alleviating dry skin and reducing the appearance of wrinkles. What is Hyaluronic Acid? Hyaluronic acid is a naturally occurring molecule in the skin. It helps to bind water to the epidermis and traps in moisture for skin that appears hy …