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The Different Forms of Hyaluronic Acid for Cosmetic Injection

Mar 31, 2013Dr. Sanusi UmarBlog, dermal filler, Juvedermaging skin, Belotero, Forms of hyaluronic acid, Hyaluronic Acid, juvederm, lip augmentation, Non-surgical cheek lift, Restylane

There are a few common forms of hyaluronic acid that have FDA approval for use as an injectable cosmetic serum. Hyaluronic acid is the main ingredient for temporary treatment of fine lines, wrinkles, and many other cosmetic ailments commonly pertaining to aging skin. It is also widely used for lip augmentation and non-surgical cheek lift.…

Non-Surgical Nose Job and Other Non-Invasive Cosmetic Options

Mar 21, 2013Dr. Sanusi UmarBlog, dermal filler, Juvederm, RestylaneNon-surgical nose job, nose reshaping, Radiesse, results, Rhinoplasty

Non-surgical nose job is an option for those who are seeking a cosmetic change, but want to avoid the repercussions of an invasive procedure. It’s the second most popular surgery in the U.S., after breast augmentation, but it does not come without its drawbacks. Rhinoplasty can cost anywhere from $4,500 to $15,000, depending on the…

Botox Injected Into Frown Lines May Affect Your Mood

Mar 13, 2013Dr. Sanusi UmarBlogbenefits of Botox, Botox, Botox depression, Botox mood, Botox psychology, Botox research, Dermatologic Surgery, effects of Botox, frown lines, frown lines around mouth, frown lines between eyes, los angeles, Torrance

Botox has been researched for many different applications. This includes migraines, sweating and even hair loss. A few years ago, a medical journal called Dermatologic Surgery, published a small pilot study in 2006 on how Botox could affect our moods. This research was performed on ten women. Researchers injected Botox into the frown line muscles of…

Los Angeles Leg Vein Removal – Before and After

Mar 7, 2013Dr. Sanusi Umar2 CommentsBlog, Leg Vein Laser, Photos and Videos of Results, _Leg Vein and Spider Vein Removalbefore and after, Beverly Hills, Gentle YAG laser, leg vein removal, leg vein treatment, los angeles, Redondo Beach, results, varicose veins, veins on back of leg

Leg veins become visible as a result of dysfunctional valves within the blood vessels. These valves help the blood move in a single direction back up to the heart after they have delivered oxygen to cells in the body. But they can become weak due to factors like genetics or ongoing pressure. This causes blood…

Wrinkle Treatment Nutrition That Enhances Collagen & Elastin Development

Mar 4, 2013Dr. Sanusi Umar1 CommentBlog, Uncategorizedcollagen diet, Fraxel dual, Fraxel Repair, los angeles, Radiesse, Redondo Beach, vitamin A, Vitamin C, Vitamin E, wrinkle cure, wrinkle treatment

You may already know that collagen plays an important role in the youthful appearance of your skin. It is one of the most abundant types of proteins that your body has. Collagen enables your skin to stay firm. There is another type of protein known as elastin, which gives your skin the ability to stretch…

Fraxel Dual According To Lucky Magazine

Feb 26, 2013Dr. Sanusi Umar2 CommentsBlogBeverly Hills, Fraxel dual, Fraxel Dual before and after, Fraxel Dual result, how Fraxel Dual works, laser skin treatment, los angeles, Lucky Magazine

It is always interesting to hear about skin treatment experiences of other patients. Jennifer Scruby, a writer at Lucky Magazine wrote an article back in December (2012) about her Fraxel Dual laser skin treatment. She reported that her friends noticed a positive difference in her skin even though she did not get a face lift. One…

Botox Popularity Confirmed By 2012 Stats

Feb 22, 2013Dr. Sanusi Umar1 CommentBlog2012 cosmetic procedures, American Society of Plastic Surgery, ASPS, Beverly Hills, Botox, Celebrity botox, crows feet removal, forehead lines, frown lines, Huffington Post, Kelly Ripa, Kim Kardashian, los angeles, Megan Fox, Nicole Kidman, Simon Cowell, Vanessa William, wrinkle treatment

It is no surprise that Botox procedures are in high demand. However, it is interesting to learn what statistics have to say about this. Earlier this month, the American Society of Plastic Surgery revealed their findings on the number of cosmetic procedures that were performed in 2012. Based on the results, more people are opting…

Supplement Your Wrinkle Treatment Efforts With Vitamin C

Feb 20, 2013Dr. Sanusi Umar2 CommentsBlogFraxel laser, Los Angeles Wrinkle treatment, Manhattan Beach, Radiesse, Santa Monica, Vitamin C, Vitamin C and collagen, Vitamin C dry skin, wrinkle cure, wrinkle filler

Collagen is a protein fiber that is important for maintaining your skin’s firmness. It is considered to be a type of intracellular “glue” that holds together various structures within the body. Wrinkle treatment results often depend on having high amounts of healthy collagen. However, your body needs to have the necessary building blocks available in…

Acne And Weight Gain In Young Women

Feb 15, 2013Dr. Sanusi UmarBlogacne, acne and teens, acne and women, acne treatment, Archives of Dermatology, diet and acne, los angeles, Palos Verdes, pimples, stubborn acne, Torrance

New research is showing a stronger relationship between acne and diet. Last year in 2012, the Archives of Dermatology published a study showing that weight was an accurate predictor of developing acne, particularly in young women. Research Study on Acne and Weight Gain Over 3500 Norwegian teenagers (eighteen and nineteen year olds) took part in…

Understanding Retinoids As An Effective Wrinkle Treatment Ingredient

Feb 10, 2013Dr. Sanusi Umar2 CommentsBlogBelotero, Beverly Hills, Botox Dysport, juvederm, los angeles, Radiesse, Restylane, Retin A, retinoids, Retinol, Torrance, wrinkle cure, wrinkle fillers, wrinkle treatment

Retinoids are derivatives of Vitamin A. They can be found in prescription strength creams such as Retin A, Renova, Atralin, Avage/Tazorac. There is also an over the counter version called Retinol. Although these skin care products are usually not found in glamorous packaging, retinoids are recommended by dermatologists as the most effective wrinkle treatment ingredient…