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From
arthritis and headaches to digestive and emotional problems, to some, acupuncture
is the antidote to any health woe. And, while acupuncture has been widely used
and accepted in Asian cultures for thousands of years, it is still considered
an alternative treatment in the rest of the world. Read
more on Acupuncture... 
There
is a reason photographers, editors and celebrities require airbrush makeup on-set:
its flawless finish keeps everyone looking perfect. No longer just for the high
profile A-list, brides are opting for airbrush makeup for their special day. Read
more on Airbrush Makeup... 
Maybe
you're ready to take the plunge or maybe you're just ready to start thinking about
it. Whatever the case, it seems impossible to avoid the current BOTOX® craze.
Read more on BOTOX®... 
Brazilian
bikini waxing has become a staple of the modern woman's grooming routine and yet
many newbies are reticent to take the plunge without first getting the inside
scoop . Read more on Brazilian
Waxing... 
We
recently received a phone call from a not-to-be-named beauty editor who wanted
us to weigh in on some A-list stars and their luxe lashes. The editor sent three
photos and one question: Whose were fake and whose were real. Read
more on Eyelash Extensions... 
Trust
us; the road to perfect skin is paved with professional facials. Facials not only
help you relax and rejuvenate, facials also work wonders on tired and troubled
complexions. Facials come in different varieties to address your skin's particular
concerns, but no matter which type of facial you choose, a professional facial
can help keep your skin healthy, glowing and energized. Read
more on The Facts about Facials...

Have
you noticed the number of celebrities that have gone from short and sheared to
long, luxurious locks seemingly overnight? The secret to their extreme hair makeovers
is actually Hair Extensions specially matched to their exact hair type and color.
Read more on Hair
Extensions... 
Isolaz
is powered by a breakthrough technology called Photopneumatics which is
the only therapy in the world that combines a vacuum and painless broadband light
to deep cleanse and purify your pores from the inside out. Read
more on Isolaz... 
Juvéderm
is the injectable filler that everyone is talking about since its approval by
the FDA in 2006. Largely comprised of Hyaluronic acid, Juvéderm has gained
popularity as the go-to-filler for many dermatologists, cosmetic surgeons and
other Medical professionals looking to banish patients' nasolabial folds or "smiles
lines." Read more on Juvederm... 
Lately,
it seems we are obsessed with hair, or rather, the lack thereof. From waxing to
tweezing, we're finding new ways to go completely hair free. In the past few years,
the urge to be hair free has gone from the esoteric to the everyday. While women
and men alike line up for Brazilian Waxings and Eyebrow Shapings, some are opting
for an even more permanent solution - Laser Hair Removal. Read
more on Laser Hair Removal... 
From
stretch marks to cellulite, a treatment called Lipodissolve is being touted as
a non-invasive alternative to Liposuction. And with celebrities such as Britney
Spears rumored to have brandished this weapon in the battle of the bulge, a growing
number of Americans are embracing the trend, choosing to "buy the burn" rather
than feel it. In fact, according to the American Society for Aesthetic Plastic
Surgery, which does not endorse the procedure, approximately 28,000 Lipodissolve
treatments were performed in 2006. Read
more on Lipodissolve... 
For
the ultimate in tension taming, nothing is better than a relaxing massage. Well,
nothing, except a massage customized to your individual needs. Available at spas
throughout the nation, there's a massage specialty to suit every ache, pain and
point of stress. Read more
on Massages... 
No
matter the season or what the weather, extra fat and cellulite are never welcome
to a spa girl. And, if hitting the gym and eating healthily aren't producing the
results you're looking for, medical spas are where it's at for offering slimming
treatments to keep your bum looking less bumpy and thighs looking a little less
thick. One such treatment is Mesotherapy. Read
more on Mesotherapy... 
Microdermabrasion
is a mini procedure that involves a powerful exfoliation by aluminum oxide crystals,
baking soda, salt, sugar or cob granules to remove the top layer of dead skin
cells. This exfoliation technique is coupled with light suction to clean up excess
skin congestion leaving polished, clean skin behind. The procedure is virtually
painless and offers positive effects for every skin type. Read
more on Microdermabrasion... 
Intense
pulsed light (IPL) therapy is a skin rejuvenation procedure that transforms
red or blotchy skin into a radiant complexion. This non-invasive treatment uses
pulses of high-intensity light (not lasers) to improve the skin's appearance.
PhotoFacial is one form of IPL therapy. Read
more on Photofacial... 
As
women (and men) across the world aim to stop the clock, cosmetic injections have
become a grooming mainstay, with lunchtime manicures being replaced with "lunchtime
face-lifts." These lunchtime face-lifts usually call upon a cocktail of injectables,
such as Radiesse®, to fill in wrinkles and plump fine lines. Read
more on Radiesse®...
Wrinkles are visible because they are lower
or deeper than surrounding skin. Light casts shadows into them, making them visible.
When wrinkles are brought to the same level as surrounding skin, their visibility
will lessen. Restylane® is a wrinkle filler used to treat "laugh lines" (the lines
between the nose and the corner of the mouth), vertical lip lines and folds in
the skin for both men and women. Read
more on Restylane®... 
The
jury is still out on whether pink is the new black, but the verdict is in that
SmartLipo is the new Liposuction. Offering less down time, less pain and
comparable results, SmartLipo employs a powerful laser to melt fat through
the top layer of skin. Once the laser liquefies fat beneath the skin's surface,
the liquid substance is removed through a small incision in the treated area.
Plus, as the laser works melting down fat cells, it also seals blood vessels to
minimize bruising, swelling and bleeding. Read
more on SmartLipo... 
From
straight-haired celebs like Mischa Barton to Jennifer Aniston; and curly-coifed
stars from Jenifer Lopez to Meg Ryan, Hollywood's leading ladies have set the
"good hair day" bar pretty high. But, just like you, these darling divas have
suffered the frizz, curl and kink before heading to their favorite stylist to
do something about it. Read
more on Texture Tamers... 
This
revolutionary procedure (FDA cleared for the non-invasive treatment of wrinkles
and rhytids) tightens skin and renews facial contours by reshaping your skin's
innermost structures with improvements in tone, contour and texture occurring
naturally through the stimulation of your own collagen. A single treatment takes
from 20 minutes to two hours depending on the treatment area. What's more, there
is no downtime, so you can quickly resume your normal routine. Read
more on Thermage®...
Thermal Reconditioning or Japanese straightening
is a permanent straightening process that promises pin-straight hair while maintaining
health and shine. What does permanent mean? Only new hair growth needs further
treatment. That's right. Once treated, hair is left eternally straight. Read
more on Thermal Reconditioning... 
The
Titan works by helping to firm and tighten lax skin by stimulating collagen
production. Infrared energy is used to heat deeper layers of the skin while protecting
the surface layers. This heating activates fibroblasts stimulating new collagen
to form and existing collagen to tighten over time. Read
more on Titan Tissue Tightening... 
If
you're looking to diminish cellulite and even decrease inches, VelaShape
might be just what the doctor ordered. This treatment is non-surgical and approved
by the FDA, and aims to contour, shape and slim the body through a series of treatments.
Performed with the help of the VelaShape machine, it utilizes infrared technology
and a massaging motion to smooth skin and decrease cellulite. Read
more on VelaShape...
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