Summer-Friendly Skincare 101
As we find ourselves drenched in the heat and humidity of Summer months, you may notice a difference in the way your skin reacts to the products you use on a daily basis. As the weather changes, so does your skin, in order to keep your skin healthy and radiant, it is...
Non-invasive Skin Tightening and Wrinkle Reduction
Several of my patients brought to my attention an article in the weekend edition of the Wall Street Journal: “A gentler turning back of the clock.” They found it amusing that these “new” energy treatments had just arrived in New York, while we have been offering the most advanced radio-frequency treatments to our patients for two years. This led me to review our experience with these useful therapies, so that I can provide an up-to-date summary of what they can and cannot do.
Forma – Tighten Skin without Surgery
Forma is a non-surgical method that can tighten loose skin in the cheek, jowl, neck, and other body areas. In our opinion, the Forma technology offers an optimum combination of safety, comfort, and meaningful results.
DermaPlaning
DermaPlaning uses a special blade that is held at a 45 degree angle to the surface of the skin. The Whole Beauty® Institute clinician gently moves the blade along the contour of the face to exfoliate the skin. Depending on the severity, depth and sensitivity of the skin, appointments range from 15 to 60 minutes. The deeper the lines, and more severe the build-up on the skin, the more time is needed for an appropriate treatment.