Why Exfoliate? Exfoliation is one of the most important steps in a skincare routine. Exfoliating is the process of removing dead skin cells from the surface of your skin using a chemical, granular substance, or exfoliation tool. Your skin naturally sheds dead skin cells to make room for new cells every 30 days or so. …
Hyaluronic Acid is a trending buzz word in the skincare world currently, but don’t let its tricky name fool you. Unlike other acids, Hyaluronic Acid is not an exfoliator. This powerful acid naturally pulls water to the skin to retain moisture. Hyaluronic acid is found in many products on the market, both topical and injectable. …
Lexington, Kentucky is home to approximately 6000 Congolese refugees who have settled here after being granted refugee status by the United States. Many of these immigrants here have spent decades in refugee camps in the Democratic Republic of Congo and other neighboring African countries. Within our own community, we have refugee families in need …
Injectables are treatments commonly used world-wide to create subtle changes and improvements in appearance. These procedures are noninvasive and much more cost-effective than a full surgery; therefore, very popular amongst a wide variety of people. The two predominant types of injectables are: Botulinum Toxin injections (Botox/Dysport) and Dermal Filler (Juvéderm/Restylane). The question then becomes which …
At Commonwealth Plastic Surgery, we see patients in both our Lexington, Kentucky and London, Kentucky offices for various cosmetic procedures. Some of these procedures include breast augmentation, tummy tuck, mommy makeover, facial fat grafting, and lip augmentation. To begin your consultation, our nurse will come to meet with you regarding your procedure, go over your medical …
The aesthetic push today for youth and beauty with little to no down time, appears to offer more convenience to patients, but it can be risky. Med spas can certainly offer aesthetic treatments; however, when it comes to your face, you may want to seek the input of a board-certified plastic surgeon, like Dr. Nimtz, …
