By Wendy Lewis / BeautyInTheBag.comSummer skin and body acne go hand in hand. Though I'm lucky enough not to suffer from chest, back or butt blemishes myself, too often I'm asked what can be done about this condition, making it painfully clear that it is a big problem for many. For sufferers, body-baring swimsuits, plunging necklines and ba...

Body Contouring ProceduresBy Chelsea SpatzBody contouring involves sculpting the body in order to reduce areas of fat and improve the tone and shape of the body. Body contouring procedures can include invasive or non-invasive procedures depending on the patient’s desired outcome and range in cost and recovery time.  a.  Invasive Pro...

For those with body dysmorphic disorder, however, this dissatisfaction with one's appearance is much more serious and psychologically damaging than the normal urge to look good in a bikini. Individuals with body dysmorphia fixate on their flaws ...

By Chelsea Spatz Body contouring involves sculpting the body in order to reduce areas of fat and improve the tone and shape of the body. Body contouring procedures can include invasive or non-invasive procedures depending on the patient’s desired outcome and range in cost and recovery time.   A.  Invasive Procedures Invasiv...

CampbellEven when eating right and exercising, it is common to be discouraged by areas of the body that don’t seem to be responding to your weight loss efforts. Often times, there are lingering areas of stubborn fat or unsightly loose skin ...

By Wendy Lewis / BeautyInTheBag.comHaving a great body after having kids used to be all about hard work and no carbs, but those days are so over. Thanks to an explosion in new fat reducing technology, slimmer hips, flatter tummies and shapelier curves are within every woman's grasp.And we are not talking about surgery either. The new generation...

By ZALEA Editorial TeamLosing weight and attaining the perfect body is not always easy. Even after the most valiant attempts at diet and exercise, more extreme measures may be necessary. Up until recently, these procedures have involved surgery; however, new medical developments may not require you to go under the knife. Many new technologies like ...

... surgical options can be invasive and require downtime for recovery, new options are available for body contouring that are non-invasive, safe, and don't require much downtime. These procedures are certainly on the rise, and social media ...

CampbellEven when eating right and exercising, it is common to be discouraged by areas of the body that don’t seem to be responding to your weight loss efforts. Often, there are lingering areas of stubborn fat or unsightly loose skin that ...

Maybe you are still longing to recover your post-baby body, or perhaps your epic spring break vacation is suddenly racing up the calendar. Maybe you have made all the right lifestyle choices of eating better and exercising, but results are slow ...

Jetsons.We talked with dermatologist Elizabeth Tanzi about a new generation body toning device that can help kick your workout up a notch without spending extra hours in the gym. It might sound too good to be true, but hear us out. 1. What ...

Over a period of three months, the injured fat cells slowly die, and your own body?s lymphatic system clears the area and eliminates what?s left behind. Once the fat cells are all destroyed, it is considered to be a permanent solution. However, it ...

Estimates vary, but a typical body has 1,000 hair follicles per square inch, though not every follicle has hair at any one time. Some follicles lie dormant until a hormone change coaxes it into production, though most follicles produce tiny peach ...

Level6.5Overall Satisfaction8.1Editorial ReviewPros:Non-invasive and very effective to reduce body contours. Very minimal to no pain. No downtime. It predictably reduces 20-25% of fat in the treated area in most patient over the course of ...

The procedure is quick and easy to customize to different body typesNo suction required and can be used on all skin typesBrief, tolerable, no post care pain or downtime and uniform resultsCons:Some discomfort during treatmentLimited by size of area ...

Be careful though, one part of your body might not share the excitement; your skin. Winter cold, extreme temperatures, icy wind and lack of hydration can cause serious dry winter skin. The Culprit of Dry SkinWhat really makes our skin so much ...

Eileen SpatzWell it seemed like the right thing to do at the time, getting that Technicolor “body art” sleeve engulfing the entire arm back in the early aughts. After all, how better to tell the world the essence of who you are, your ...

Americans suffer from.Hyperhidrosis is a common disorder where your body produces abnormally high levels of sweat, typically in the underarms or palms of your hands. This excessive sweating can often be debilitating for people, both emotionally and ...

Once you are done washing your hair and body, it's best to put a cap on the amount of time you spend under the water and step out of the tub. In fact, many dermatologists believe that Americans bathe too frequently, and recommend showering just ...

This naturally occurring substance can actually help the body absorb fat cells where strategically used.  Typically 6 treatments are recommended, one month apart.  There is moderate pain, bruising, and swelling involved with Kybella, ...

Suffer no more!  As proven, highly effective body contouring aesthetic procedures, SculpSure and CoolSculpting will heat up or cool down that excess fat with no down time required.SculpSureSculpSure Submental is a non-invasive laser treatment ...

By Chelsea Campbell Non-invasive body sculpting procedures have exploded onto the cosmetic surgery scene as the latest way to achieve the body of your dreams without the dangers and recovery time associated with traditional surgery like liposuction. One such procedure, cryolipolysis, which goes by the brand name Cool Sculpting, promises to fre...

Thanks to continuing strides in body contouring technology there are some safe and effective cosmetic treatments that can lay waste to that secondary chin and give you a gloriously defined new profile with fewer ...

Thankfully, noninvasive body contouring procedures have come to the rescue in recent years, providing new technologies designed to assist us in the quest to expediently improve our shapes. The newest entry into the booming non-surgical fat-reduction ...

CoolSculpting® by ZELTIQ patented technology. The novel CoolSculpting technology uses a body contouring method called cryolipolysis. Essentially, when fat gets very cold (just above the freezing point), fat cells become irreparably damaged. The ...

Everyone has likely experienced some level of insecurity about a particular part of their body, and this might cause one to think desperately of the fastest, easiest way to change it. Many times, the seemingly quickest, and only, solution is plastic ...

TreatmentsUltrasound-based treatments use sound energy or ultrasound imaging to stimulate the body?s own natural regenerative response. The procedure is used to life the skin on the eyebrow, under the chin, on the neck, and also to smooth out lines ...

Additional Information (supplied by the manufacturing company)Procedure Description:Vanquish is a body contouring procedure, which uses radiofrequency energy to heat fat cells non-invasively The treatment is intended for the reduction fat from the ...

Typical Clinical Applications:Thermage is effective on the eyes, face and bodyBest Patient Candidates:Thermage is effective on the eyes, face and bodyUS Thermage Procedure Cost & Price Range:$2,000-$3,000/treatment, depending on geography and ...

... is not impervious to blunt trauma, puncture, or the normal wear or aging of the implant inside the body over time, potentially breaking it down and causing leakage.  So how does one know if their breast implant has failed them?  In the ...

To simplify, a BBL basically involves taking fat from one area of the body, usually the abdomen and hips, and transferring it into another area of the body, namely the bottom. While under general anesthesia, liposuction is used to extract the fat ...

Non-Surgical Body ContouringNon-invasive body contouring procedures like SculpSure and Coolsculpting are becoming increasingly popular because they reduce areas of stubborn body fat with subtle but noticeable results. A major benefit of these ...

Once you stop taking the pill, your body has to adjust to normal hormone productions and this can lead to increased oiliness and breakouts.Clogged PoresMany hair and skin products contain substances that congest pores and irritate skin and ...

Traditional liposuction has enjoyed a long ride as the preferred method of body contouring techniques. For decades now, the breaking up and suctioning of fat from under the skin has helped countless individuals improve their appearance and ...

Bathing suit season can test the resolve of anybody with a hint of insecurity about their body, but before you go grabbing for that cover-up, consider investing in a more long-term fix. According to the American Society For Aesthetic Plastic Surgery ...

... artificial implants made of silicone or saline, or in some cases, fat from the woman’s own body. This procedure is sought by patients who wish to restore breast volume, increase their cup size, or attain a more shapely or symmetrical ...

A change in the body?s hormones, such as during pregnancy or from birth control pills, can also be attributed as a cause of melasma. Some cosmetics and skincare products have been thought to be culprits as well.Sun exposure plays a significant role ...

Although stress does not specifically cause acne, it can cause flare-ups when stress disrupts the body's hormonal balance. Lisa A. Garner, MD, FAAD, clinical professor of dermatology at the University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center agrees, ...

Less expensive than silicone counterpartsObvious when a rupture occurs, and body absorbs the saline with no detrimental health effectsCons of Saline Implants:Not as natural feeling, with a harder feel and a consistency of waterCan cause wrinkling ...

By Brent Martin, MDThe skin is a powerful organ that has the ability to protect your body from the outside environment all while having the ability to repair itself when damaged. Damage results from cumulative exposure to light or chemicals along with the wear and tear of everyday life. Unfortunately, our body's skin repair mechanisms do have t...

Different parts of the body require different expertise, so ask your doctor about their training and about their experience level performing that particular surgery. An adequately experienced doctor will perform procedures almost weekly, so ensure ...

What Cosmetic Procedures Are Dudes Going For?  SculpSure  SculpSure is a noninvasive body contouring procedure that can make substantial changes in reducing stubborn fat deposits.  In about a half-hour, SculpSure can zap 2-3 ...

Age matters Older tattoos are easier to fade than newer ones.3. Placement mattersWhere on your body is your tattoo? Fading generally takes longer for tattoos further down the arm or leg.4. Pro or amateur job? Typically, amateur done ...

... ?likes? a photo can get, has driven many young people into mental illness-related disorders like body dysmorphia, a type of obsessive preoccupation with one?s perceived flaws. The obsession with retouching selfie photos to have the appearance of ...

... consumer seeks subtle enhancements and tweaks that still improve the shape and balance of various body parts without going to extremes.No ShameGone are the great lengths people would go to in the past to hide their nips and tucks from becoming ...

Procedure Description:Excel V provides precision laser treatments for today?s common face and body aesthetic and dermatologic skin concerns to quickly give a clean, healthy looking complexion.Typical Clinical Applications:Rosacea, redness, leg ...

... face, vision problems, slurred speech, and rarely, spreading of the toxin to other areas of the body. Although these risks are rare, it is still important to remember that Botox is a toxin being injected into the body, and it should be performed by ...

Tools such as a full-length or hand-held mirror can help you check hard-to-see areas of your body. You need to check yourself from head to toe. Once you get the hang of it, the process should take about ten minutes.What to look forIt's important ...

Polylactic acid fillers like Sculptra are actually semi-permanent and work by stimulating the body’s own collagen. This collagen production helps to plump up laugh lines, nasolabial folds, and even adds fullness to lips. Results of Sculptra ...

Especially during pregnancy, changes in the amount of progesterone and estrogen hormones in the body can increase melanin production and cause abnormal brown spots on the skin as well. Other causes include the amount and type of sun exposure and the ...

I live a healthy life, I take care of my skin and my body. I’m against Botox, I’m against injections; I think it’s damaging your face, damaging your nerves. It’s all me. I will age gracefully, as my mom ...

It involves taking fat from other areas of the body with excess fat, such as the abdomen and flanks, and injecting it into the buttocks. This procedure offers an alternative to implants.Interestingly, the procedure has now been shown to be more ...

... result of a disease or genetic deformity, and having uneven breasts causes no physical harm to the body. Why would anyone want to "fix" them?When Breast Asymmetry becomes an Issue Breast asymmetry can become a problem for women when ...

FUE (Follicular Unit Extraction) technology. This machine takes hair grafts from an area of the body with healthy hair and transplants them to another area that is experiencing baldness or thinness. The hair then begins to grow naturally in the ...

In fact, these photos promoting body-altering surgeries may have in fact been performed by doctors who are not board-certified and even by many who have no formal training in plastic surgery at all.If you are a consumer interested in having a ...

When you have an injury or a cut, the platelets are the body’s first responders to rush in to stop the bleeding and promote healing. When PRP is injected into the scalp it stimulates the dormant hair follicles to grow new hair. What ...

... address this disorder, "selfie dysmorphia," paying homage to the mental health disorder, body dysmorphic disorder (BDD). BDD is related to obsessive-compulsive disorder and involves an exaggerated preoccupation with a perceived physical ...

Other Patient Considerations:Skin laxity in other body areasThermiTight US Procedure Cost & Price Range:$2000-$4000Average Number of Treatments Needed:1 ...

... ink, shattering them into very tiny particles which are then absorbed into and eliminated by the body. The process of laser tattoo removal takes several sessions before the ink pigment begins to fade, and patients experience some discomfort during ...

It takes advantage of the body’s natural healing processes in order to decrease fine lines and wrinkles, smooth out and firm skin texture, reduce minor scars and stretch marks, and even out skin tones and discoloration. Using this technique to ...

... excess fat in your chin area, and over the next two to four months the fat is metabolized by the body. The treatment is performed by placing an applicator under the chin and it gradually freezes the targeted fat. Patients may need several ...

These include:Injectable wrinkle-relaxers and fillersLaser and light treatments for tone and scarsBody sculpting Vein treatments  Laser tattoo removal Chemical peelsThese findings seem to align with Fitzgerald's and other ...

Can also be used on many other body areas.Cons:Painful for many, especially thin skin patients (four experts mentioned this point).Sometimes only subtle results can be achieved.Large percentage of non-responders in patients that look like good ...

... the production of collagen and thus addresses sagging skin, wrinkles and cellulite in various body parts. Because it is a non-invasive procedure, anesthesia is not required. Little to no downtime is necessary for this quick treatment, and patients ...

... doctors ranking higher in search results, manipulating the na?ve consumer into placing their face, body, and health into the hands of a potentially subpar surgeon.To be clear, there is nothing wrong or unethical about a plastic surgery practice ...

One of the most popular non-invasive treatments for men is SculpSure body contouring to reduce fat in areas such as the abdomen, flanks and under the chin. SculpSure uses a fat targeting laser to heat up the fat cells, inducing damage resulting in a ...

Most Common Use Cases :Acne scars.Anti-aging (preventative treatment).Face and beck and body skin tightening.Physician Testimonials"My go to device for accordion pleating of the anterior neck." -- Mary Lupo M.D."Best results ...

It is one thing to have a parade of phony reviewers touting a new book or body lotion, but when it comes to aesthetic services that can alter a person’s appearance, fake reviews could be downright dangerous. Cosmetic procedures, noninvasive ...

This signals the body to produce collagen to heal the wounds and helps even out irregularities in the skin. Downtime is minimal, and it costs around $150-500 per session, with results taking place after 1-2 sessions. Talk to Your ...

... stamina, or the system-wide advantages of increased heart rate and blood flow to the whole body that conventional exercise does. However, combining these innovative treatments with classic exercise routines and a healthy diet could be just the kick ...

Since everybody loves statistics, here's a couple more. The American Society of Dermatologic Surgery doctors completed almost 130,000 tattoo removal procedures in 2018, and according to The American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery, well ...

If you're a smoker quit. Smoking affects the entire body, especially the face. As a result, smokers tend to have an uneven skin tone, sagging skin and wrinkles, and early signs of aging around the mouth called "smokers lips". ...

For a body procedure, if the patient is hunched over in the before photo but standing erect with shoulders pulled back in the after photoFor a face lift, hair should not be obscuring scar lines at the ears, it should be pulled backKeep an eye out ...

Body contouring and wrinkle reduction procedures like SculpSure and TempSure work best with several successive treatments and possibly in combination. Because of this, many offices offer bundle deals where patients can save hundreds of dollars by ...

The Focus Lens Array application works with the body and creates unique intra-epidermal injuries that stimulate collagen and elastin production, resulting in overall revitalization with virtually no downtime. A typical PicoSure Focus treatment takes ...

Not only does Scarlet SRF tighten and smooth skin in the body, double chin and neck area, and on the face,  it also helps soften lines and wrinkles and minimizes pores. It can even reduce the appearance of scars and post-acne pockmarks. ...

I can be used anywhere on the body including face, neck, chest, knees, arms.Best Patient Candidates: Can be used on all skin types I to VI. Best patient candidate is someone who cannot take time off, has potential issue with pigmentation or ...

Botox, fillers, or body shaping. Look for an expert who is board-certified in dermatology or a related field such as plastic surgery.“We have to remember why we do it.  We’re doing it because this is what we love, this is what ...

Sculpt Mini focuses on the problem area under the chin.Typical Clinical Applications:Non-surgical body contouring.Best Patient Candidates:Good candidates are men and women who exercise, have a healthy diet, and are within 20 pounds of their ...

The body then triggers new skin cell and collagen production, leaving smoother, brighter skin and reduced appearance of wrinkles. Six sessions are often recommended for best results, spaced 2-4 weeks apart. Each microdermabrasion session costs ...

Particular body parts may still be growing and developing, which may not allow for lasting and improved effects when considering the long-term outcomes. A lack of emotional maturity in teenagers can make some practitioners feel uncomfortable with ...

EMSculpt takes body contouring into a new, intriguing direction by stimulating thousands of muscle contractions that lead to increased muscle strength. The subsequent loss of fat, a byproduct of the muscle stimulation response, offers the one-two ...

... certain number of free radicals through daily air pollution, whenever you smoke, you pollute your body with a concentrated dose of free radicals that rapidly increase cell damage and induce aging.No Glow Without Blood FlowBlood is responsible for ...

Local anesthetic - Local anesthesia is used to numb the feelings in a specific part of the body and doesn't last long. This is often a good option for procedures such as tattoo removal or having something removed from your skin. #3 Nerve ...

When the outer layer of skin (the stratum corneum) is removed, the body responds by replacing the lost skin with fresh new skin cells, increasing collagen production.  By sloughing off dull, dead surface layers of skin, the procedure stimulates ...

CoolSculpting?, uses cold temperature to break down fat cells and contour the body non-surgically. And now, one of the inventors of CoolSculpting says, the selective removal of pigment with cold is possible.Dr. Dieter Manstein, a board-certified ...

Once you?re ready for bed, aim to get at least 8 hours of quality sleep so that your body has a chance to rest and rejuvenate itself, and you?ll look visibly less sleepy and lackluster. They don?t call it beauty sleep for nothing! Protect Your ...

Polylactic acid fillers like Sculptra are actually semi-permanent and work by stimulating the body’s own collagen. This collagen production helps to plump up laugh lines, nasolabial folds, and even adds fullness to lips. Results of Sculptra ...

... diligence is the name of the game when it comes to deciding who to trust with one’s face or body. After all, no one wants to be featured on an episode of Botched, ...

... skin, shattering them into very tiny particles which are then absorbed into and eliminated by the body. Laser treatments usually take place over several treatments, which can be quite painful because of the heat generated by the intense energy of ...

... a two to three month time period, after which the fat is reabsorbed and redistributed around the body. Given that this treatment actually kills off fat cells, the fat will migrate elsewhere, but not in the treated area, making it quite effective ...

FUE (Follicular Unit Extraction) technology. This machine takes hair grafts from an area of the body with healthy hair and transplants them to another area that is experiencing baldness or thinness. The hair then begins to grow naturally in the ...

... close to the vest, hoping that by pretending nothing whatsoever had been altered on their face or body that acquaintances would just envy their "natural beauty."Enter the era of the smart phone.  When phones with cameras came in ...