A new procedure, called platelet rich plasma therapy (PRP), uses the natural growth factors in your own blood to stimulate cell growth and collagen production. The procedure has been used for years by orthopedic doctors to help joint and sports injuries heal faster. And as a cosmetic treatment, it has the potential to improve the… Read More »
With so many beauty trends being hyped not only in the beauty press but also via the latest Instagram stars and YouTube beauty gurus – many of whom are being paid to feature a particular product in their social media feeds — it can be difficult to separate the products that make a real difference… Read More »
Skin changes throughout a lifetime and different strategies for beautiful skin are often needed in different stages and decades of life. When it comes to the treatments that can help you look your best, it helps to plan for the future. After all, skin maintenance is a marathon, not a sprint. Read on for NDDA’s… Read More »
If you wish your skin was a little firmer, you aren’t alone. Search #skintightening on Twitter and the hashtag yields over 13,000 results – from makeup to skincare to surgery. And while there are more good options than ever before, three basic, non-invasive, techniques promise some real results when it comes to skin tightening for… Read More »
It’s only October, but now is the perfect time to start thinking about getting ready for the holidays! Below, NDDA’s three-stage guide to getting the glow. Pick the date of your most important party (or winter vacation) and work backwards using the suggested treatment time frames. Think of this as your personal training plan for… Read More »
Good skincare takes a holistic approach. And when it comes to spa services, it’s tempting to try the newest treatment, or duck in for a quick facial while you’re out shopping. Don’t let the latest Groupon special be your guide for the kinds of spa treatments you seek, or how often you get them done.… Read More »
A life of exercise and eating right doesn’t necessarily mean you’re living without chin fat. In fact, many people who have the dreaded “double chin” are victims of something called submental fullness, which is the result of a hereditary condition rather than one too many trips through the McDonalds drive through. The condition appears as fat… Read More »
Hair loss is one of the most emotionally-charged appearance issues anyone can experience. But while male hair loss is generally understood, and even expected, female hair loss rarely has just one straightforward cause. And considering how common it is – it will affect up to 60 percent of women at some point – it’s worth… Read More »
Getting a new procedure or trying something for the first time can be harrowing. Here, an NDDA patient talks about what to expect from a liquid facelift . . . “I’ve tried other facial treatments that I saw had worked for others but I wasn’t so fortunate and was giving up hope on anything working… Read More »
Regardless of how promising collagen and elastin-boosting products seem when they’re calling to you from the department store shelves, there’s no magic cream or lotion out there capable of “lifting” or “firming” skin. And while most of us have given in at least once to those pricy promises issued by cosmetics companies, we’re also starting… Read More »