Last-Minute Holiday Shopping Tips

According to ABC News, the four-day run-up to Christmas is the busiest for retailers nationwide. That means killer crowds inside the mall, traffic jams outside the mall, and not a parking space in sight. Once again you’ve procrastinated, and now it’s the eleventh hour. To complete your shopping faster, better and more affordably, we’ve got […]

10 Ways to Reduce Holiday Stress

The holidays bring out the best in us. But sometimes they bring out the worst in the form of stress, anxiety and sleeplessness. Don’t let the pressure of nonstop parties, shopping, cooking and entertaining take the shine off your holiday spirit. Here are some tips for staying “chill” even when your to-do list is longer […]

Top 10 Holiday Beauty Tips

‘Tis the season to eat, drink, dress up, and make merry. But all that partying can take a toll on your appearance and stamina. Thank goodness we’ve got some great tips that will have you looking and feeling like a million through the last strains of Auld Lang Syne. Tired, Blood-Shot Eyes: These are the […]

Fight cellulite and win!

You know that pasty, rippled skin that collects most noticeably on thighs, buttocks and hips? Medically speaking, it’s called adiposis edematosa or gynoid lipodystropy, but you just call it cellulite, and if you’ve got it, you hate it. Cellulite usually doesn’t appear until after puberty, and it is a condition more commonly seen in women […]

Black Friday Do’s & Don’ts

  Want to score the best Black Friday deals? It takes planning and a strategic approach to shopping, both in-store and online. In fact, if you’re really serious about savings, start preparing in advance. Here’s how. #1) Do your research. Make a folder of print and online ads so that you can create a written […]

Ten Tips for a Healthy Holiday Season

We all know the holidays are fraught with temptation, from office treats to at-home gatherings that revolve around food and drink. Need some survival tips? Follow the recommendations below to make it through the season with your weight, health and sanity intact. #1) Don’t use the holidays as an excuse to overindulge. Remember that there’s […]

How to Winter-Proof your Skin

Here in South Florida, we just had our first taste of cooler temperatures. It only dipped into the 60s, but for some that’s enough to trigger the onset of winter skin. It’s important to note that dry, scaly skin is as unhealthy as it is irritating and unattractive. The skin’s moisture provides a barrier that […]

10 Reasons to Choose Microdermabrasion Skin Resurfacing

When it comes to cosmetic skin resurfacing, today there are many options. From Medical Grade Chemical Peels and Fractional Skin Resurfacing to eMatrix Skin Rejuvenation and Microdermabrasion, all are effective in achieving smoother, softer, more-even toned and healthier skin. Nevertheless, Microdermabrasion administered professionally offers some distinct advantages. 1) Using medical-grade machines allows for the delivery […]

Your Fall Guide to Non-Surgical Facelifts

September 22nd marks the official beginning of fall. This change of season is the perfect time to make a change in your appearance, especially since the holidays are on the way. To take those unwanted years off your face, you could turn to cosmetic surgery, but if you’re not ready for the recovery time and […]

Cosmetic Breast Surgery Tips: When is the time right?

These days, surgery to augment, reduce, or lift breasts is considered routine. When performed by an experienced, board-certified plastic surgeon, you can expect excellent results that will improve your proportions and build confidence. But don’t race into any procedures before the time is right. The FDA recommends that women put off any cosmetic breast surgery […]