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Botox® vs. Fillers: Which Treatment Is Right for Me?

Botox® vs. Fillers: Which Treatment Is Right for Me?
It’s time. You finally decided to do something about those fine lines and wrinkles, but how do you choose between Botox® and fillers? Here’s our handy guide to help you compare these two popular treatments.
Mar 15th, 2024

Help! I Regret My Tattoo
It seemed like a good idea at time, but now you wish you hadn’t gotten that tattoo. You’re not alone, and you’re not without options. Here’s the fastest, safest way to remove that unwanted ink.
Mar 1st, 2024

When Should I Worry About a Mole?
Moles can be embarrassing blemishes or signature features, but however you feel about your moles, you should keep an eye on them because they can harbor cancer cells. Here are some telltale signs you should see a specialist about your moles.
Jan 12th, 2024
Adios, Double Chin! I'm Getting truSculpt® 3D

Adios, Double Chin! I'm Getting truSculpt® 3D
A stubborn pocket of fat under your jaw can make it look like you have two chins — an embarrassing confidence buster. Plastic surgery and lipo were once your only options, but now there’s truSculpt® 3D — here’s how it banishes your second chin.
Dec 13th, 2023
Debunking Common Myths About Acne and Food

Debunking Common Myths About Acne and Food

Acne is the most common skin condition, and anyone can get it regardless of age, sex — or eating habits. If you’ve been blaming your zits on your diet, keep reading to see what research says about acne and food.
Oct 1st, 2023
Will My Melasma Fade Now that Summer Is Over?

Will My Melasma Fade Now that Summer Is Over?
Summer was a blast, but it aggravated your melasma and left you with darker-than-ever blotches on your face. Now you want to know if fall and winter will reverse the effects. Keep reading to discover how melasma responds to the seasons.
Sep 1st, 2023
First Time Getting Botox®? Here's What to Expect

First Time Getting Botox®? Here's What to Expect
Have you decided to finally discover what the Botox® buzz is all about? Congratulations! First-timers usually have a few questions and concerns, so we’ve got the 411 on Botox injections here to ease your mind.
Aug 1st, 2023
Trade Acne Scars for a Gorgeous Complexion with Secret™ PRO

Trade Acne Scars for a Gorgeous Complexion with Secret™ PRO
You didn’t ask for acne, and you certainly had no say about the scars it left — but you can reclaim control over your complexion with a combo of two innovative technologies. Here’s how to swap your acne scars for smoother, clearer, brighter skin.
Jun 1st, 2023
Does Melanoma Always Start as an Atypical Mole?

Does Melanoma Always Start as an Atypical Mole?
May is Melanoma and Skin Cancer Awareness Month, and there’s no better time to educate yourself about how your atypical moles may indicate cancer. Here’s a helpful overview that puts you in the know.
May 1st, 2023
Microneedling for Crow's Feet: What to Expect

Microneedling for Crow's Feet: What to Expect
Years of smiling, squinting, and hanging out in the sun can zap the delicate skin around your eyes, forming radiating wrinkles that resemble a bird’s footprint. Microneedling can get rid of crow’s feet in a few short sessions — here’s how.
Mar 1st, 2023
5 Popular Facial Areas for Dermal Fillers

5 Popular Facial Areas for Dermal Fillers
What’s your top facial complaint? Is it your sunken cheeks, the lines around your mouth, or the creases above your lips? Aging can cause several skin problems, but dermal fillers can solve them. Here’s how.
Feb 1st, 2023
How Photodynamic Therapy (PDT) Prevents Cancer

How Photodynamic Therapy (PDT) Prevents Cancer
That small, scaly, dry patch of skin may be actinic keratosis — a precursor to skin cancer. Although sunlight likely caused the condition, another kind of light can cure it. Here’s how phototherapy can halt cancer before it starts.
Jan 1st, 2023
Rejuvenate Your Skin With Secret™ PRO

Rejuvenate Your Skin With Secret™ PRO
If you’re faced with the visible signs of aging, acne scars, and hyperpigmentation, the Secret™ PRO platform has three treatment options to address all your problems and rejuvenate your skin.
Nov 1st, 2022
Is There Any Help for Adult Acne?

Is There Any Help for Adult Acne?
You thought acne only plagued teenagers — until you reached adulthood and found out that’s just a myth. Here’s why acne affects grownups, too, and what you can do about it.
Jul 3rd, 2022
Is PRP Right for Me?

Is PRP Right for Me?
Platelet-rich plasma (PRP) has revolutionized medical and aesthetic treatments by tapping into your body’s own resources to speed healing. Could you be a good candidate for this powerful anti-aging treatment? Find out here.
Jun 1st, 2022
Try These Tips to Reduce Your Acne Outbreaks

Try These Tips to Reduce Your Acne Outbreaks
You can’t scroll through your social media feed without seeing several ads for acne treatments that promise miracles. But it’s easier to prevent a pimple than treat one. Here’s what you can do to minimize breakouts.
Mar 1st, 2022
How to Eliminate Ringworm

How to Eliminate Ringworm
Ringworm is a frightening misnomer — but relax, it’s actually a rash caused by a fungus, not a worm. Here’s how to get rid of this unsightly skin condition.
Feb 1st, 2022
When Should I Consider Fillers?

When Should I Consider Fillers?
If it seems like everyone is getting dermal fillers to erase the signs of aging, you’re not far off. Millions turn to these volumizing treatments to restore younger-looking skin every year. Is it time for you to join them?
Jan 1st, 2022
Have You Tried These Remedies for Your Cystic Acne?

Have You Tried These Remedies for Your Cystic Acne?
Everyone suffers an occasional breakout now and then, and stepping up your hygiene routine can usually clear it up. But cystic acne is tougher than ordinary zits. Find out what you can do at home and when to call in the professionals.
Nov 1st, 2021
Five Reasons to Choose Botox® Over a Facelift

Five Reasons to Choose Botox® Over a Facelift
Age does a number on your face. While there are many treatments that help you reverse the effects, they each specialize in specific problems. Find out which skin issues you can solve with Botox®, and why it may be a better choice than a facelift.
Oct 1st, 2021
Does Hormonal Birth Control Cause Acne?

Does Hormonal Birth Control Cause Acne?
When you break out, you can blame diet, stress, or your skin care routine, but your hormones may be the main culprit. Does that mean the pill is giving you pimples? Here’s the truth about hormones, the pill, and acne.
Sep 1st, 2021
Why Is It So Hard to Get a Six Pack?

Why Is It So Hard to Get a Six Pack?

The hallmark of a fit body, the “six pack” abs remain an elusive dream for most people. Is it genetics? Diet? The wrong exercises? Find out what’s standing between you and the holy grail of muscle tone.
Aug 1st, 2021

How PRP Enhances Microneedling
If you want to take the gamble out of skin rejuvenation, microneedling is one of your best bets — but we’re upping the ante. Check out how microneedling gets a boost when we pair it with the power of PRP.
Jul 18th, 2021

How to Heal a Fungal Infection
Outdoors, indoors, on surfaces, and in the air, fungi lurk just about everywhere you look, and many of them can make you sick if they make it past your immune system. If they've slipped past your defenses, here’s what to do to fight back.
Jun 9th, 2021

The Different Types of Warts
Since smooth, unblemished skin is a mark of beauty, warts can make you feel self-conscious about your appearance. Fortunately, warts are treatable. Find out which type you have and what to do about it.
May 17th, 2021

I'm Embarrassed About My Acne
A baseball cap can solve a bad hair day, and long pants can hide hairy legs, but when you have acne, not even makeup can mask the embarrassing cysts, pimples, and scars. So stop trying to cover it, and get rid of your acne for good.
Apr 6th, 2021

Using the ABCDE Method to Check Your Moles
For Marilyn Monroe and Cindy Crawford, perfectly placed moles are part of their signature beauty. But to most of us, moles are annoying at best and serious health concerns at worst. Here’s how to use the alphabet to decide which type you have.
Mar 8th, 2021

How to Choose the Right Sunscreen
Most people know that sunscreen is a must if you’re serious about avoiding skin cancer, but many don’t realize that ingredients matter. Find out how to read the label, which sunscreens cause more harm than good, and which is best for you.
Feb 1st, 2021

Laser Therapy for Melasma: What to Expect
A blotch on your forehead or a patch on your cheek -- wherever the discoloration of melasma appears, it’s never welcome. But you can say goodbye to that blemish for good with quick-and-easy laser therapy.
Jan 1st, 2021

5 Benefits of Nonsurgical Body Contouring
Weight loss is one thing, but getting the smooth curves and contours you envision takes more than just cutting calories. Learn how CoolSculpting® can deliver the results your diet and workout can’t — and without surgery!
Dec 1st, 2020

Do Warts Go Away on Their Own?
Your warts may have gone well with your scary Halloween costume, but now we’re heading into the holidays, and you’d rather not show off those unsightly bumps. Can you wait them out, or do you need treatment? Here’s what you need to know.
Nov 11th, 2020

Can Botox Prevent Wrinkles?
You know that there are multiple ways to smooth out fine lines and wrinkles, and you’ve probably heard that BotoxⓇ is one of the most effective. But what if you don’t have any wrinkles yet? Can Botox prevent them? Let’s find out.
Oct 7th, 2020

How Stress Affects Acne
Imagine the worst time ever to get a pimple. Your wedding day? A public speech? A first date? Turns out the stress of those events could trigger an acne breakout. Learn more about this link and what to do about it.
Sep 14th, 2020

What Does Skin Cancer Look Like?
Your skin is the only thing protecting you from the outside elements, so it’s in your best interest to protect it at all costs. One way is to educate yourself on the signs of skin cancer. Here’s what to look for.
Aug 7th, 2020

How to Manage Dry Skin
Does your skin feel more like the Sahara desert when you want it to feel like a tropical rainforest? Then you’ve got dry skin. Keep reading to learn how to quench your skin’s thirst.
Jul 10th, 2020

Premenstrual Acne: What to Do
Bloating, cramps and mood swings are just a few of the symptoms you put up with just before your period, but when pimples pop up, too, it makes everything seem worse. Here’s how to calm your breakouts all month long.
Jun 26th, 2020

Microneedling vs. Botox
Confused about how to choose the right skin treatment? Here’s a tip: Ask yourself what you want to fix. All treatments address different problems, so start with your main complaint. Here’s what Botox and microneedling do for you.
May 15th, 2020

How to Get Rid of Stubborn Fat Areas
You know how to lose weight — diet and exercise, right? But what happens when traditional strategies don’t work, and you’re stuck with stubborn fat that refuses to budge? Skip the fads and the dangerous surgeries and try CoolSculpting®.
Apr 20th, 2020

Which Dermal Filler Is Best?
Dermal fillers are a great way to instantly recoup your youth — or at least your youthful look. But there are so many to choose from these days. How do you select the right product?
Mar 1st, 2020

Many Kinds of Warts, One Common Cause
Warts are fairly common, and you’ve probably had a couple over the course of your lifetime. But it might surprise you to learn what causes them and how many types there are.
Feb 3rd, 2020

Spots, Scars, and Stretch Marks: Lasers Can Treat Them All
Spots, scars, and stretch marks can affect any of us at any time on any part of the body. Many people have a difficult time dealing with visible marks, but the good news is you don’t have to suffer. Technology is available to help you.
Dec 3rd, 2019

5 Reasons Microneedling Is So Beneficial for Your Skin

It may be hard to believe that purposely wounding your skin can be beneficial, but that’s exactly how microneedling works. The tiny wounds from the microneedling tool stimulate your skin’s natural rejuvenating process. Take a moment to learn more.
Oct 17th, 2019

Dealing With Rosacea Flare-Ups
Rosacea can wreak havoc with your self-esteem, as the flare-ups of this chronic skin condition can be unpredictable and angry. Become comfortable in your own skin again by learning about proven strategies to treat it.
Sep 4th, 2019

How Does Tattoo Removal Actually Work?
The state-of-the-art enlighten® laser system uses advanced technology to get rid of tattoos more efficiently, which means you can get the results you want with fewer treatments and less discomfort. Here’s how it works.
Aug 1st, 2019
CoolSculpting, Holladay Dermatology & Aesthetics

Why CoolSculpting May Be Your Best Option
You’ve tried diets, exercises, supplements, and more, but you can’t seem to get rid of that stubborn pocket of body fat. If you’re fed up and considering surgery, we may have another option for you: CoolSculpting®.
Dec 10th, 2018

6 Benefits of Noninvasive Procedures
Noninvasive cosmetic procedures provide maximum results without surgery. These procedures are virtually pain-free with little to no downtime. Read on to find out about other benefits of noninvasive procedures.
Oct 17th, 2018

How RF Energy Is Being Used to Treat Cellulite

Today, noninvasive radiofrequency technology makes it possible to lose inches from your waist, hips, thighs, and arms to achieve a more refined, attractive body contour without pain, surgery, or downtime.
Aug 20th, 2018

Say Goodbye to Love Handles with CoolSculpting
Those love handles really show when you wear summer clothes and bathing suits, and they’re not attractive under sweaters, either. CoolSculpting® is the leading body contouring system that rids you of those stubborn fat areas that are hard to shed.
Jul 27th, 2018

A Younger You in Just Minutes with Cosmetic Injectables
While it may have taken years for those wrinkles to develop and your skin to sag, we can reverse those effects in mere minutes with cosmetic injectables, leaving you with a younger, more vibrant appearance. Read on to learn how.
Jun 12th, 2018

Starting Over: What You Should Know About Tattoo Removal
That tattoo seemed like a good idea, but now you’re having second thoughts. Don’t worry — you’re not stuck with it. Thanks to advances in laser cosmetic treatment, tattoos are no longer permanent. If you’re ready to start over, read on to learn more.
May 4th, 2018

How to Successfully Banish Warts
Warts are unsightly, embarrassing, and highly contagious, but there’s something you can do about them. Many treatment methods are noninvasive and easy to do at home, although some warts require medical attention.
Apr 20th, 2018

Eight Tips for Preventing a Rosacea Flare-up
When you have rosacea, it’s common to go through periods without any noticeable symptoms and periods in which the redness and blemishes are pronounced. While you may not be able to avoid flare-ups altogether, you can take steps to lessen their frequency an
Dec 14th, 2017