Recently, there’s been a trend running through the Internet: body acceptance. Without a doubt, pregnancy changes a woman’s body. And for every mommy-blog that encourages women to embrace their post-baby body and flaunt it proudly, the media leads women to believe that their bodies should be firm and taut immediately after giving birth. For every cheer that went up for Princess Kate proudly showing her…
Read MoreConsidering Botox?
Think about it. Someone you know—or even you—has had Botox® injections. In fact, in 2013 there were over 6.1 million treatments using Botox. “Botox” is short for Botulinum Toxin, which is produced by a bacterium called Clostridium Botulinum. It has been used since 1920 but was marketed commercially in 1997. It has a wide variety of clinical uses to treat spastic muscle disorders, or an imbalance in eye…
Read MoreWell-Armed and Lovin’ It!
Admit it: you envy Michelle Obama’s upper arms. The First Lady’s arms are toned, sculpted and well-defined without being over muscular. Oh, to wear sleeveless dresses with such confidence! Celebrity hard-bodies and fitness gurus inspire us all to be the best that we can be, losing weight and toning up. But what about those who worked hard, lost weight, but are left with hanging “bat…
Read MoreNeedle or Knife?
According to the American Society of Plastic Surgeons, injectable Botox® Cosmetic was the number one nonsurgical procedure performed in the United States in 2013. Over six million men and women have chosen the needle over the knife when it comes to rejuvenating the appearance of the face. Why has there been such an increase in the popularity of nonsurgical facial rejuvenation options for looking younger compared to surgery? Whether…
Read MoreMy Mommy Makeover Experience
After I had my last child, I was so embarrassed of the way my body looked. I feared that people were going to notice my pouch, and it really lowered my self-esteem and confidence. Finally, I decided to get a Mommy Makeover. It’s important to find the right doctor for your needs, and that’s what I did. I looked at several doctors. I checked their…
Read MoreAvoid Cheap Plastic Surgery
As plastic surgery becomes increasingly popular, more people begin wanting to alter their appearance for the better. Unfortunately, this can be a costly venture, which is what drives many people to seek cheaper surgery. High Demand Results in Cheap Performance When something gets popular, there are always people out there looking to make a quick dollar off of it, preferably with as little work and…
Read MoreA Natural-Looking Surgical Facelift
A facelift is a surgical procedure to reduce wrinkles and eliminate excess skin. The results leave you looking years younger. However, many people fear that a facelift will make them look fake. Fortunately, your results depend on many factors. Why Do People Fear Facelifts? Many people feel that every facelift looks unnatural or over-pulled. The results are that everyone can tell you’ve had a facelift…
Read MoreGet Younger-Looking Skin With Obagi Products
It is vital to stimulate the production of new skin cells to keep you looking young, fresh and healthy. Obagi Medical skin care products are formulated to wake your skin cells and get them to start reproducing new cells again, so you are left with younger more resilient skin. The Problem You can’t stop yourself from aging and as you grow older, your skin cells…
Read MoreTitan Laser Treatment Tightens Skin and Promotes Collagen Production
There have been many great advancements in cosmetic procedures to help make you look younger and more refreshed. Titan is just one of the new advancements that helps boost your collagen to make your skin look tighter and younger. What Is Titan Laser Treatment? Titan uses an infrared light to heat the dermis layer of your skin. This actually promotes new collagen production, which makes…
Read MoreThe Truth about Plastic Surgery: 6 Myths Debunked
While plastic surgery is widely known as a glamorous medical specialty catering to A-list celebrities and the incredibly wealthy, these stereotypes are simply not true. In fact, plastic surgery is similar to just about any other surgical specialty in the field of medicine, consisting of highly skilled and trained board certified surgeons performing a wide range of procedures. Read on to see six common myths…
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