Most everyone has heard of Retinol at some time or another. If you browse the skin care aisle at your local Target or pharmacy, you will find a wide variety of products promising to smooth wrinkles, all containing Retinol. So what is Retinol and what is the benefits of Retinol? And more importantly, how can […]
You can give butterfly kisses with them, wink with them, and even make a wish with them. Lush eyelashes are sought after by many women. The mascara industry in the US generates millions of dollars annually by women looking to enhance their peepers. What if you could have longer, darker and fuller lashes without mascara? […]
As we age our skin’s barrier function starts to lose hydration, firmness and softness due to external environmental damage. The skin loses the natural oils and becomes damages, dehydrated, and weak lacking collagen and elastin. To help with these concerns we have to get you on the right skin care regimen to improve the skin’s […]
VOLUMA IN NORTHERN VA Voluma is a highly cross-linked filler, meaning it is thicker. Therefore, it is most appropriately used in the midface and cheeks to give a “lift”. One of the most common reasons people come to me interested is filler is to treat the prominent folds, such as smile lines (the lines between the […]
What if you could revitalize your body from the inside out with a 30 minute minimally invasive treatment? We are bombarded with the latest and greatest fad diets and meal plans to look and feel our best but often the basics are overlooked. Vitamins and minerals are essential for our bodies to function at their […]
You’ve heard it a million times. Sunscreen, sunscreen, sunscreen. It’s like flossing. We all know we should be doing it, but knowing doesn’t always mean doing. A picture is worth a thousand words, so I want to share a picture that will give you a visual of why EVERY expert who works in skin care […]
What is Botox? It can be used cosmetically to temporarily decrease frown lines and crow’s feet by targeting the cause of these lines which is repeated muscle contraction. These areas are FDA approved however, Botox may be used off-label to reduce a “gummy smile”, turn up a down turned mouth and decrease horizontal forehead lines, […]
It’s Fall!….Not only the time for pumpkin spice lattes but also the perfect season to rehab your skin after months of sun exposure and damage. One of the most effective ways to quickly revitalize your skin is through in office laser treatments such as BBL (broad band light therapy), Nano Laser Peel and Profractional Therapy. You make […]
Here at NOVA Plastic Surgery we encourage a holistic approach to facial rejuvenation so you can always look and feel your best. This includes what you eat because food influences the appearance of your skin. Your skin is the largest organ in your body. It needs nutrients, oxygen, and hydration in order to be healthy […]