The best IV therapy and vitamin injections
As internal health and overall wellness continue to be top of mind, the number of supplements available to consumers shows no signs of slowing down. But not everyone wants to down a palmful of pills daily to get a dose of the vitamins, minerals, and nutrients they may be lacking. So instead, IV vitamin therapy […]
Is Topical Hyaluronic Acid Effective?
Ever since hyaluronic acid became a mainstream beauty and skincare ingredient, it seems like it’s everywhere and in everything. Beauty giants formulate it into creams and serums, aestheticians load it up on the skin post-facial, and even supplements promise to increase hydration and moisture levels within the skin. Sure, hyaluronic acid, which holds 1,000 times […]
Can early plastic surgery affect how you age?
There’s no shame in starting your anti-aging game early, but can some plastic surgery procedures influence the way you age? It turns out that taking a surgical approach may be more beneficial than you realize. Proactive patients who follow well-devised skin care and age-intervening routines are more commonplace than ever since most of us […]
Why You Should Only Wear Tinted Sunscreen
Perhaps the most cardinal rule of basic skin care is the daily use of sunscreen. It’s a way of life for many sun-conscious Americans, especially those prone to hyperpigmentation, which is problematic in melanin-rich skin yet affects all skin tones. Every dermatologist counts sunscreen use as a must, and for years, it’s always been about […]
Why the Skinny BBL Version of the Classic Surgery is the New ‘it’ Procedure
A new take on the Brazilian Butt Lift (BBL) is an iteration known as the Skinny BBL, creating more natural-looking results. Fat is still the key augmentative element here, but the way surgeons harvest and inject it is different from what most of us have come to know. Typically, during a BBL, fat is […]
Everything You Need to Know About Waterless Skincare
Korea is the birthplace of nearly every big beauty trend. First, it gave us the 10-step skincare routine, BB and CC creams, and even snail serums—yes, you read that right. Now, the latest innovation to hit our shores by way of the Eastern world is waterless beauty, which is just what it sounds like—beauty and […]
Founder/CEO, Jonathan Kaplan and US Senator Bill Cassidy pen op-ed in Newsweek
The No Surprises Act, a bipartisan effort to reduce the number of surprise medical bills, went into effect on January 1. As significant as this legislation is—surprise bills are one of the biggest drivers of medical bankruptcy in America—the act is still being overlooked. This legislation remains unfamiliar to those it affects most, specifically […]
I told you so (warning, graphic photos)
In this recent Medscape article, the FDA has announced that the heat-based device Renuvion/J-Plasma, which has been used for skin tightening after tummy tucks or liposuction, “has not been determined to be safe or effective for any procedure intended to improve the appearance of the skin.” The device is cleared by the FDA for “general […]
Botox, Xeomin or Jeuveau during pregnancy and breast feeding
First off, thanks to Professor Emily Oster for the inspiration behind this article. In over 1000 articles I’ve written for this site, I’ve never directly tackled the issue of botulinum toxin (the active ingredient in the popular anti-wrinkle injections behind BOTOX®, XEOMIN® and Jeuveau® (#newtox)). I did write about this topic, albeit tangentially, in […]
What’s with all the letters? A helpful guide to titles in American healthcare.
Navigating the world of medicine in America can be a challenge for many people, and even understanding who is providing your care can be confusing. During an average visit to your doctor, you’ll likely interact with a receptionist at the front desk, a medical assistant or nurse who brings you to the exam room to […]