Lift and smooth the look of loose or sagging skin without painful and expensive surgery! PDO threads are an exciting development in the world of facial aesthetics. They can lift and improve the appearance of a sagging neck, jowls, cheeks, eyebrows, and more. At One Aesthetics, we even use them to subtly reshape and lift the nose! PDO stands for polydioxanone. Polydioxanone is the material the thread itself is composed of and it's one of the safest materials that can be implan

If you’ve ever stared in the mirror, wishing those dark spots and uneven patches would just disappear, you’re not alone. Hyperpigmentation can be stubborn and frustrating. But here’s the good news: hyperpigmentation laser therapy offers a promising path to clearer, more radiant skin. I’ve explored this treatment in depth, and I’m excited to share what I’ve learned with you. What Is Hyperpigmentation and Why Does It Happen? Before diving into laser therapy, let’s get clear on

It’s never too early to develop good skin care habits, but around twenty-five-years-old is a smart time to focus your efforts on the prevention of premature aging. Beginning in our mid-twenties, we notice changes in the skin due to decreased collagen production. Without ample collagen, the skin has less elasticity which leads to fine lines and wrinkles. Over time skin can appear less plump because of a loss of fat and bone under the skin. This loss of volume eventually causes

Microneedling is also referred to as “collagen induction therapy.” It’s a minimally invasive service that can improve acne scars, wrinkles, enlarged pores, stretch marks, and even tighten lax skin. Research has shown that even melasma can be successfully lightened using microneedling treatments! Patients in clinical studies rated their skin as 60-80% improved after undergoing a series of microneedling treatments. So, how does it work? Microneedling causes minuscule and contro

Facial rejuvenation is defined as a cosmetic treatment (or series of cosmetic treatments), which aims to restore a youthful appearance to the human face. Non-surgical procedures can target specific depths of facial structures and treat localized facial concerns such as wrinkles, skin laxity, hyperpigmentation, and scars. As we age many of us wish to restore a more youthful appearance. What concerns can be improved or corrected through non-surgical facial rejuvenation? Wrinkle

Botox is the brand name of the most popular injectable neurotoxin on the market. It was the first and only injection to relax wrinkles for several years, so the brand name “Botox” is sometimes used to describe any of the injectable neurotoxins. (Dysport and Xeomin are two other brands of neurotoxin.) More than 7 million Botox treatments were performed in 2017. Despite its popularity, Botox has been known to make some people a bit uncomfortable. After all, it’s made from a pur

Hyperpigmentation describes a common skin condition where patches of skin become darker in color than the surrounding skin. When the complexion is spotted or mottled, it can have a dull and worn out appearance. Hyperpigmentation occurs when excess melanin, the brown pigment that produces skin color, forms deposits in the skin. The epidermis is made up of mainly skin cells, but about every eighth cell is a melanocyte--a cell that makes melanin. A few factors can encourage an a

Have you heard about PRP yet? Practitioners of aesthetic medicine can now take a small sample of your blood and harvest the platelets in it for powerful collagen stimulation. Platelets are rich in growth factors, which are protein molecules that regulate cellular growth and reproduction, make collagen and elastin, and repair and regenerate damaged tissue. PRP has a long history of use across several fields of medicine. In more recent years it has become very popular for facia

Nature Versus Nurture Identical twins have identical genetic programming. If lifestyle had no impact on aging, twins would age at the same rate. Differences in lifestyle and environment have long been suspected of influencing the pace at which we age, and a study published in Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery by Guyuron et al. (2009) confirms this. Researchers surveyed and photographed 186 sets of identical twins, and an independent panel analyzed the photos. Several factors

Striking the right balance The key to a beautiful face is balance. Did you know that a more prominent or projected chin can make your face look slimmer and your nose look smaller? The use of a little dermal filler can enhance the shape and size of the chin and jawline, restoring a sense of harmony and proportion to the face. Dermal filler can correct the appearance of an asymmetrical or pointy chin, help sharpen and define the jawline, and even disguise the look of jowls. May

The symptoms of aging can show up anywhere on the face and body, and there are a few different non-surgical treatments to address them. Let’s discuss how different parts of the face change with time and how they can be improved. The Eyes A few things happen to the eye area with age that can lead to a tired, sunken, dark, or puffy, appearance. Dynamic wrinkles like crow's feet form around the eye due to repeated movements over time, and the eyelids thin due to a lack of collag

Freckles, sun spots, age spots, redness, scars, acne: Any of these factors can take away from the beauty of our complexion. Whether sun damage is to blame, hormonal fluctuations, or a skin disorder, the Aerolase LightPod can significantly improve, and even completely remove these concerns. The Aerolase LightPod is FDA approved for a variety of concerns including hyperpigmentation, melasma, lax skin, broken capillaries, cystic acne, rosacea, scars, wrinkles, and more. Aerolase

In the 1820s, Dr. Justinus Kerner was tasked with finding a cause of death for several dozen Germans. It turned out that all the victims had eaten from a batch of improperly prepared sausages. Dr. Kerner ran experiments that eventually led to a better understanding of the neurological symptoms of Botulism. His work laid the foundation for how botulinum toxin is used therapeutically today. During World War II, the U.S. wanted to use botulinum toxin as a chemical weapon. One su