You’ve heard of Microdermabrasion, now there is “Hydro-dermabrasion Announcing the addition of Hydro-dermabrasion at . Hydro-dermabrasion can be a standalone treatment or combined with medical microdermabrasion for smoother silky skin. The Hydro-dermabrasion uses specialized wands that attach to our Medical Diamondtome™ Microdermabrasion. It is very similar to the Hydrafacial® with the advantage of having a powerful Medical microdermabrasion if needed. “With the Hydrowand® we can now infuse serums deeper in the skin where they are more effective.” We customize the use of powerful serums that can treat hyperpigmentation, acne, dryness as well as Rosacea. “The addition of the Hydro-wand allows us to treat people who haven’t been able to have […]

Younger Men Seek Cosmetic Surgery as Stigma Fades, Recovery Gets Easier; Goodbye, ‘Turkey Neck’ Men face specific changes as they age and are turning to cosmetic and plastic surgery procedures in response to those changes. A post in the WSJ recently discussed this topic. According to the post, many men are putting forth a lot of energy, time and money to maintain their youthful appearance. Many men are turning to cosmetic procedures as a result of newer technological advances in less invasive procedures that can be done on an outpatient basis. The procedures men are turning to include: Botox Facial Fillers Liposuction Eyelid Surgery Face Lifts Male Breast Reduction Nose […]

One of the biggest concerns people have when considering liposuction is whether or not the fat will come back and how it will look. Luckily, new studies have been conducted to get to the bottom of this issue. “For years, doctors have noticed that those liposuction patients who consume too many calories and don’t exercise enough usually don’t put on tummy weight after abdominal liposuction but, in a year’s time, store new fat in other bodily areas such as the arms, the back or the breasts. Dr. Eric Swanson, a plastic surgeon in Leawood, Kansas decided to put this theory to a test; his results were published in a well-respected […]

One of the most common fears that women (and men) may have before opting for Botox is that their face may become stiff and not capable of showing their full emotions. While this is not an issue when you have board certified professionals administering the proper amount of Botox like we do at YOLO, this article should help comfort those who would like to receive Botox, but are concerned about their ability to express emotions. “Most people worry about developing wrinkles and want to delay the effects of aging as much as possible to ensure they look their best. However, a new study published in the Journal of Experimental Social […]

This new article from the American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery reveals some pretty surprising information about the most common people to undergo plastic surgery are not Hollywood celebrities, but rather, everyday women! Plastic surgery is becoming an option for more and more women to achieve their ideal look at any age. Check out the article below: “When you think of cosmetic surgery, you might imagine those familiar faces from the red carpet events quietly shuttling themselves into a posh clinic for a little nip and tuck. While there are plenty of stars who go under the knife, the reality is that most people who seek out cosmetic surgery are […]

Seems like they are always figuring new uses for Botox. Here’s one of the surprising uses of the injectable! “Have you ever woken up after a long night’s sleep feeling like you had been chewing on gravel while you slept? A pair of new studies has found that Botox, the drug commonly used to help individuals improve their looks by reducing the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles on the face, can also help those who suffer from nighttime teeth grinding. MyHealthNewsDaily.com reports that researchers from the University of Texas Health Science Center in Houston tested the efficacy of using Botox injections to treat nocturnal bruxism, or chronic nighttime teeth-grinding. […]

We came across a new app for the iPhone the other day and we are obsessed! It’s from Allergan which you may recognize as the makers of Juvederm. This app gives you the unique opportunity to picture how you would look if you decided to try Juvederm. This is a great way to help you make the decision on whether or not Juvederm is right for you. It’s definitely a must-have if you’re considering an injectable of any sort! There are so many fantastic features that can be used to help you get a better idea of how Juvederm works and what the results could look like. Theses features include: […]

We are HUGE fans of Clarisonic here at YOLO & it seems like everyone else is catching on to it too! Check out this great article on the ClarisonicPro! “Unequivocally, the most important function of a facial skin cleanser is the removal of makeup, oils, dirt and debris that can block the pores of your skin. There can be no question or argument that mechanical facial cleansing, physically and directly removing dirt, makeup and skin debris, is the most effective means of cleaning debris from your skin. What about exfoliation? We all know that dead skin cells make your skin look old and dull. Most of you use an exfoliant […]

We have another update from Linda! The process begins…I had my Botox treatment yesterday – a series of injections in my brow, forehead and crow’s feet area. Injected with a small needle, the sensation was little more than a pin prick; I think the anticipation is worse than the feeling. I was told to stop taking aspirin or any supplements that could thin the blood (Vitamin E, Fish Oil) for 10 days before the procedure. Bleeding can cause bruising. Nikki told me there might be red spots or swelling on the skin after, but that didn’t happen for me. There really are few documented side effects other than that. Over […]

Check out this really interesting article on aging… “Aging is unavoidable. However, how people deal with the changes they see in their appearance as they age and how they view the aging process varies widely. While there are more options than ever for those who want to improve their appearance and maintain a more youthful look as they get older through both surgical and non-surgical cosmetic procedures, individuals’ perceptions of how they look vary greatly. In a recent interview with the Los Angeles Times, Vivian Diller, a psychologist, former model and dancer as well as the co-author of the book “Face It: What Women Really Feel as Their Looks Change,” […]