Nothing is worse than hearing that you look tired after you’ve had a restful night’s sleep. Unfortunately, as we age, collagen levels in our skin dimish and deep creases appear where before there were only fine lines. Sun damage starts to take its toll. The good news is that if you’ve been struggling with tired, aging eyes, there are a number of surgical and non-surgical options to correct the creases and sagging skin. Crow’s Feet While we certainly wouldn’t want you to trade all of those years of fun in the sun, there are some things you can do to erase the wrinkles […]

We all know we need to wear sunscreen at the beach (whether you choose to do so or not). However, you may not have realized that it’s the day-to-day sun exposure – going to and from work, running errands, jogging outside – that does the most damage to our skin over time. For most of us, the idea of reapplying throughout the day, as we know we should, isn’t remotely appealing. Sunscreen is messy, ruins makeup and smells funny. That’s why you need to try the Colorscience Sunforgettable mineral sunscreen. However, if you need some more reasons, check out the five reasons […]

Summer is in full effect in Florida with hot nights, warm waters, and lightweight clothing. This is also the perfect time to wear a few less layers on your face and let your natural, healthy glow shine through! Lucky for you, we’ve compiled a few tips and tricks to give you clearer, healthier skin. Check out our five favorite skincare tips below! Clean off your screens. No, we’re not talking about the screens the cover your windows…we’re referring to your mobile phone screen. It is easy to overlook, but that phone screen provides the perfect way to transfer bacteria right to your face. Don’t […]

Many families in the area will be heading to the beach this holiday weekend. That means a lot of time out in the sun and an increased risk of sun damage. Use these summer skin secrets to protect yourself against sun damage, uneven skin, redness, and more. Go Oil-Free To Prevent Breakouts Look for ‘oil-free’ on sunscreen labels. ‘Sheer’ doesn’t necessarily mean oil-free. Mineral sunscreens like the Colorescience Sunforgettable sunscreens are a great choice. Simplify Your Routine Consider trying a lotion or mineral foundation that has SPF so you can keep your routine as simple as possible. However, make sure you also have some extra sunscreen […]

The Mack Center is proud to announce Dr. William P. Mack has been selected for the 2015 Best of Tampa Award in the Medical Cosmetics category by the Tampa Award Program. Dr. Mack specializes in upper eyelid blepharoplasty, lower eyelid blepharoplasty, brow lifts, facelifts, earlobe repair, BOTOX and other facial fillers, and pearl laser resurfacing. He earned the respect of his colleagues through his active role as a featured speaker and teacher in the fields of oculoplastic and facial cosmetic surgery. The Tampa Award Program identifies companies that have achieved exceptional marketing success in the local community and that enhance the positive […]

You pop out of bed after a restful night’s sleep, pad into the bathroom to brush your teeth and the take your first look in the mirror. There they are. In spite of your restful night’s sleep you still have dark pigmentation and hollowness under the eyes. Unless you are a smoker or are under extreme stress, chances are that the dark circles under your eyes are genetic or are a result of facial aging. So what do you do? Well, fortunately, there are far more options than there used to be, and many less invasive options. If you are experiencing dark eye […]

Facial fillers, also known as dermal fillers or injectables, are a common treatment for dealing with wrinkles and facial volume loss. Fillers are often referred to as liquid facelifts, since they provide results similar to a surgical facelift. They are only a temporary solution to reducing the appearance of wrinkles, but they are also much lower in cost and don’t require any recovery time. Facial fillers add volume and decrease wrinkles in the following areas: Around the eyes Between the eyebrows Forehead Nasolabial folds (“smile lines”) Around the mouth and lips Lips (for augmentation) Mid Cheek areas Facial Fillers versus Facelifts The first thing you should know is that even […]

The eyes are the window to the soul. They communicate our thoughts and feelings. However, as we go through life, we expose them to too much sun, especially heading to and from work day after day. Over time, the natural effects of gravity change the skin around our eyes, making it wrinkle and sag. These changes make us look older and more tired. If you feel like the brightness of your eyes has been dimmed by sagging eyelids, you may be a good candidate for blepharoplasty. It can be performed on the upper or lower eyelid and is the process of removing […]

There are a lot of misconceptions and misinformation regarding Botox treatments.  However, the good news is that the information is still out there…you just have to know where to look for it! Check out this list of 5 things you should know BEFORE Botox. Everyone does Botox. Be careful who you trust. There are literally billboard signs for Botox injections as you drive down the street these days. It’s a household name. Everyone is doing injections these days…but not everybody is good. Achieving amazing results with Botox isn’t just because it’s a great product, but because the person doing the injections is […]

There’s a lot of misinformation floating around on the internet with regards to your skin care. Here are five skin care tips that you’re better off without. Ditch these common myths to get smoother, healthier-looking skin. Your skin should feel tight after you wash it. If your skin feels tight after you finish washing it your cleanser is too harsh. Daily washing removes bacteria, oil and dead cells. However, if you aren’t using the right cleanser or if you’re over-washing your face, you can actually trigger outbreaks and increase the appearance of fine lines. If you’re in the market for a new cleanser […]