While some of us accept the aging process better than others, the truth is that we all want to age gracefully. However, some of us want a little more help. While many don’t want the invasiveness of a facelift, more and more people are considering alternative, non-surgical solutions. The question is: what are the best facelift alternatives? Liquid facelift. By this, I’m actually referring to a combination of Botox and dermal fillers. Botox could be used to get rid of fine lines on the forehead or around the eyes. Dermal fillers could be used in conjunction with the Botox to lift and plump the skin, […]

There are a lot of great sunscreens out there; that is without question. However, we were very excited when we learned that Colorescience received recognition in the May 2015 issue of InStyle for their Sunforgettable SPF 50 sunscreen. However, while this came as no surprise to us, you may be wondering, “why this sunscreen?” “What makes it better than the rest?” Check out the 5 reasons you should consider using Sunforgettable SPF 50. Because it’s just so convenient. Unlike other sunscreens that come in lotion form and can get a little messy, the Sunforgettable sunscreen comes with the self-dispensing powder brush that you can […]

No matter how much sunscreen you wear and how many anti-aging products you apply, the truth is that time WILL take a toll on your skin – not only in the form of wrinkles and discoloration, but also in the resiliency of the skin. What may have been an apple shape one day can end up pear-shaped as gravity takes hold. If you’re looking for options for turning back the hands of time, Ultherapy is a great one, especially if you want to avoid the invasiveness of a face lift. Check out this list of five things you should know about […]

If you’re reading this, chances are that you are doing all you can to maintain youthful looking skin. You may be diligent about wearing sunscreen daily, using an anti-aging product, and using moisturizer. However, there are a few mistakes that people often make, not realizing that they are sabotaging their skin and causing extra wrinkles. Do you guilty of one of these? Not wearing sunglasses This one is especially important in Florida to protect your eyes against that especially bright sun. However, sunglasses do more than just protect your eyes; they also play a role in protecting your skin against aging. Repetitive squinting […]

Beautiful skin doesn’t happen overnight. Sure, it sounds nice. But the reality is that it takes good skin care practices to maintain that gorgeous complexion. Many of our daily behaviors that we don’t think twice about can have negative effects on the appearance of our skin. Check out the four biggest skincare mistakes that you could be making. You take the more is better approach. We know that there are many great products out there – we have a lot of them in our office and love each and every one. However, the truth is that when it comes to beauty products, […]

IPL, if you aren’t familiar with it, stands for Intense Pulsed Light. It is a laser procedure that is designed to erase age spots, soften fine lines and wrinkles. IPL reduces redness, rosacea, and “broken” blood vessels on the face, neck and chest. It also improves skin texture by stimulating collagen and improves pore size by reducing oiliness. How does it work? The laser device emits light waves that are targeted at the red blood cells in the blood vessels or the brown pigment in freckles or age spots. The light passes through the skin and is absorbed, which damages the blood […]

In the past, Botox injections were associated with glamorous fashionistas who were trying to maintain their youth. Today, however, this simple cosmetic procedure has gone main stream and the stigma associated with it has worn off. And while it definitely comes in handy when you wake up and notice the sudden appearance of frown lines around your mouth, it actually has a wide variety of uses, many not associated with aesthetics at all. Overactive Bladder Botox works miracles for people who suffer from overactive bladder. A single yearly injection will relax the bladder muscle and control the incontinence. Yep, just one injection per year […]

You hear it every year: “I need a base tan so I don’t burn this summer.” Or maybe it’s just simply, “I need to get out and get some color.” Regardless, the belief remains: if you get a base tan you’ll be less likely to burn when you’re out in the sun. But is it true? There is some basis to this, actually. By definition, a base tan would protect your skin from burning. The tan that you develop from your time in the sun is the skin’s way of toughening up and protecting itself. If you get too much sun, your […]

Do you remember that trend several years back where teens and young adults were stretching their lobes to hold discs and other larger ornaments? While that trend seems to be dying, it has left a lot of stretched earlobes in its place. And as these young adults enter the workforce, they’re finding that their potential employers are somewhat less than enthused about their “look.” The best solution? Earlob repair. Whether you spent too many years wearing heavy earrings or you were a rebellious punk rocker in your youth who is struggling to find employment today, we can help you. Dr. William P. Mack, […]

Did you know that time travel is possible? It’s true; take a visit to our office and you’ll find that you can go back years…at least as far as your skin is concerned! And thanks to Ultherapy technology you can do it over your lunch hour without an invasive surgical procedure. The Ultherapy treatment is the only non-invasive procedure that has been FDA-cleared to lift skin on the neck, under the chin and on the eyebrow. It, essentially, provides a surgery-free micro lift for your face, allowing you to achieve a fresher, more youthful look from your brow to your chest. How does […]