What Are Vampire Facial and PRP Treatments | Expert Tips

Vampire facials have earned a reputation for producing impressive results. According to Kim Nichols, MD, a board-certified dermatologist and founder of NicholsMD, the best way to achieve optimal results is “a series of at least six PRP injection treatments, spaced about four weeks apart.” However, patients can still expect to see improvements after just one session, … Read more

Wedding Hair and Makeup Ideas From Allure Editors—With Photos

If you live by your to-do lists the way I do, you might see wedding planning as your Super Bowl. You booked a venue (check), picked out flowers (check), and sent out invitations (touchdown!). Your calendar might be so full that your wedding beauty details—like your hair, makeup, skin care, and nail look—are the last … Read more

Botox Resistance: Why My Injectables Stopped Working

Dr. Marchbein also points to the rise of medspas as a possible reason for an uptick in Botox resistance. She explains that patients may be receiving “cookie-cutter” dosing—as in, a set number of units that does not account for the individual’s unique muscle movement or facial anatomy. She explains that in her experience, medspas tend … Read more

Can retraining the brain help silence tinnitus? Some scientists are trying to find out

The Current23:55Retraining the brain to silence tinnitus For nearly 40 years, Ken Jones has heard a very loud hissing in his ears.  “It sounds like [an] electrical power line,” he told The Current‘s Matt Galloway. “Mine is at about 92 dB on the decibel scale” — as loud as hairdryers and power tools. The sound … Read more

You Can Now Use a Payment Plan for Your Botox

While that may prove useful for some, others are a bit skeptical of using a delayed payment option. “I think it can turn dicey very quickly,” says Natalie, who asked that we identify her by her first name only. “It’s very two-fold because it gives everyone the option to ‘afford’ it, but will it encourage … Read more