The world of cosmetic treatments is rapidly changing – and new technology is leading the charge toward more patient-friendly treatment options. Once upon a time, if you wanted to lift and tighten skin on the face, you had one option: a surgical facelift. Not only does this procedure take longer, cost more, and involve significant…

Your neck and chin get a whole lot less attention than the rest of your face. But they’re an incredibly prominent part of your appearance – and can be key to shaving years off your visual age. If you’ve ever covered up your neck or avoided showing your profile in photos, you’re no stranger to…

So ready for summer you can’t believe it? Got your new swimsuit waiting in your closet & plane tickets in your inbox? What about your shaving routine? If you’ve resigned yourself to another summer of constant hair removal, it’s time to think bigger. For those of us with thick or dark hair, daily shaving isn’t…

The neck is so prominent, and the skin on it so delicate. This combination leads to premature aging and lines that make you feel super self-conscious. But you don’t have to resign yourself to a life of scarves and turtlenecks. There are many ways to get tighter neck skin and reduce wrinkles – you just…

Believe it or not, summer’s around the corner! And even though the Chicago spring can have a tendency to be more wintry than warm, now is the time to start preparing your skin. Make sure that the skin you’ll soon be revealing with bikinis and sundresses is gorgeous and glowing. Follow the steps below to…

How does your skincare measure up against the the beauty-minded denizens of the internet? As always, Google has the answer. They compiled a comprehensive report of 2017 skin care trends in the United States, France and Japan (three of the largest skin care markets). By analyzing data from September 2014-September 2016 and measuring that against…

Loose skin is one of the most frustrating components of aging – and one of the toughest to address. Injectables and superficial treatments like peels and microdermabrasion accomplish incredible changes for patients hoping to smooth lines or improve skin tone, but they can’t affect the deeper structures that cause sagging skin. Fortunately, nonsurgical skin tightening…

The last thing you want on your special day is a skincare emergency! But plenty of brides experiment with treatments in the week (or even days) before their weddings. This can lead to last-minute disasters from bad reactions or inappropriately-timed treatments. The easiest way to prep your skin for your wedding is to give yourself…

We’re so excited to announce the introduction of laser vein therapy to our practice. And if you’re feeling similarly enthused, you’re probably wondering whether you’re a candidate. Fortunately, laser vein treatment is appropriate for a wide range of patient needs and skin types. There are a few qualifiers, of course – and we’ve put together…

Daily stresses taking a toll on your skin? Botox today might prevent wrinkles tomorrow How early is too early to tackle wrinkles? While Botox has long been a household name, it’s beginning to take on a new role. No longer is Botox just for existing wrinkles. Proactive patients are choosing cosmetic injections to treat small…