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 »
Summer is the time to lighten up, and that includes casting off some bad food habits that keep you from looking your best. The first step is to “detox your pantry,” by getting rid of the most common bad-ingredient culprits lurking on your kitchen shelves. Follow this video guide from NDDA’s health consultant, Candace Stone,… Read More »
Men are the latest to get in on the wave of cosmetic dermatology procedures that are keeping their wives and girlfriends looking younger for longer. And advances in treatment options that create more nuanced results are allowing dermatologists to tailor procedures and general skincare to suit men’s needs like never before. In fact, it’s men’s… Read More »
Dermaplaning – a method for manually exfoliating skin to remove dead cells by gently running a fine blade over the skin’s surface – is getting a lot of buzz these days. The practice, which has been a long time-staple of New York’s runway models and beauty elite has a growing fan base, thanks to its ability… Read More »
Brushing your teeth is something you do every day. Because you stand at the sink every morning and night, it is possible that you may miss some important clues to your oral health. Should you look into the sink after brushing and notice a little red or pink mixed in with your toothpaste, there is… Read More »
You don’t have to look much further than your bathroom mirror to get a general idea of your health. In most cases, your skin is your most powerful indicator of how well you’re taking care of your body. Overly dry or oily skin, acne, and even signs of aging like wrinkles all have their roots… Read More »
Gone are the days of invasive surgical procedures for skin rejuvenation. New cosmetic treatments are trading out the knife for the wand with more options than ever, especially when it comes to the age-rewinding effects of skin tightening. Leading that trend is Ultherapy, an ultrasound procedure that supporters compare to the old-fashioned facelift – without… Read More »
When it comes to sun smarts, you know the rules. Don’t leave the house without sunscreen, stay away from tanning beds (duh!) and don’t forget to wear a hat. But even the most classic beauty routines need refreshing. Many sun health rules have changed in recent years, thanks to new research and advances in product… Read More »