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Winter and this year’s slowly developing spring have likely been brutal on your skin, leaving it feeling dry and dull. If you’re looking to keep your skin healthy year-round, regular facials are a must. But let’s be real, not all facials are created equal. Enter the HydraFacial – a true game-changer in the world of […]

How often have you considered the impact your diet has on your skin? Just like the other organs in your body, your skin’s health depends on your nutritional intake. How we care for ourselves “inside” has a major impact on our outward appearance. If the body had a need for artificial flavoring and preservatives to […]

Sweating is a fact of life. It’s our body’s natural response to cool our skin and regulate temperature. However, it can still impact your confidence, and if you have hyperhidrosis, the pit stains or sopping palms can be downright humiliating. Sadly, many people affected by the condition suffer in silence, unaware there is an effective, […]

We are exposed to the sun’s ultraviolet spectrum (UV rays) during multiple activities every day. And we’re not just talking about tanning on the beach. Think about all the times you’re exposed, even briefly, to sunlight: morning walks, watering flowers, even driving in the late afternoon when the sun is low in the sky. There’s […]

Rosacea is a chronic condition, usually affecting people over the age of 30. Often hard to treat, it appears more commonly among those with fair skin, with symptoms of persistent blushing, prominent blood vessels, thickened skin, and red bumps on the cheeks, nose, chin, forehead and eyelids. If you are one of the 16 million […]

With age, your body produces less collagen, a protein present in the middle layer of our skin. As a result, skin becomes dry and less elastic, meaning wrinkles and sagging can develop over time. A minimally invasive cosmetic procedure called microneedling, or collagen induction therapy, can help rejuvenate skin. An aesthetician uses an FDA-approved microneedling […]

Spider veins are thin, blue and purple clusters of veins which usually appear on a person’s outer thighs, lower legs or face. The name is derived from their resemblance to a spider’s web. The usual way in which spider veins are formed is when valves that prevent blood from flowing backward are damaged or not […]

Holiday stress, too many goodies, and a schedule stuffed full of celebrations often take a toll on one’s psychological and physical health. It’s hard to escape completely. The best approach is to be aware of negative effects of stress and take steps to nurture your overall wellness.   How Stress Affects Skin Those who suffer […]

Varicose veins can happen to anyone, especially after the age of 30. Along with producing possible embarrassment, varicose veins can also cause pain, discomfort, or a feeling of ‘heaviness’ when someone stands. The condition is also linked with a ‘restless’ feeling in the legs that make it difficult to fall asleep. These bulging veins that […]

Event will introduce plastic surgeon Dr. Alexey Markelov and highlight Elevé MedSpa services   Surgical Associates, S.C. is hosting a Plastic Surgery and Elevé MedSpa Open House Wednesday, November 13 to introduce the community to new surgeon Dr. Alexey Markelov and the services he provides. The event is set to run between 4:30 p.m. and […]