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A Part-by-Part Guide to Defying the Aging Process

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Facial aging can take many forms depending on your genetics, your lifestyle, and other factors. While most of us think of wrinkles when we think of aging, there's much more to it than that. To effectively address a diverse array of age-related concerns, you need access to a diverse array of treatment options. Let's take…

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Goodbye, Summer (and Skin Damage)

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It's time to say goodbye to summer! As you freshen up your winter clothes and take your holiday decorations out of storage, don't forget your skin! All that fun in the sun is likely to have left behind some damage to your skin, even if you were diligent about using sun protection. At our med…

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What to Look for When Choosing a Facial Plastic Surgeon

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Choosing a skilled and qualified plastic surgeon is important, but it can be even more important when you are having the procedure performed on your face. Your face is your identity to the world. And unlike the rest of your body, your face is rarely covered, so it is extra important to pick your surgeon…

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Tips for Better Self-Care

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Self-care is any activity that you do deliberately to take care of your mental, emotional, or physical health. Proper self-care is key to improving mood and reducing anxiety. It can help you maintain a healthy relationship with yourself because it facilitates positive feelings and boosts your confidence. Always remember that your needs are important, and…

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Give Your Skin a Mid-Summer Refresh with HydraFacial MDยฎ

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If you have dry, aging, or damaged skin, you already know how difficult it can be to keep your complexion looking its best. Unfortunately, with summer comes even dryer, more damaged skin. Now is the perfect time to schedule a HydraFacial at our Des Moines medi-spa. It can help rejuvenate and nourish your skin without…

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5 Questions Everybody Has About CoolSculptingยฎ

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The treatment itself is simple enough, but the ins and outs of CoolSculptingยฎ can be a little confusing. Our Des Moines aestheticians are here to help! Here are the 5 questions that almost inevitably come up during a consultation, along with some commentary on why we think this treatment is so effective. [newsletter-coolsculpting] "How does…

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Prepping Your Skin for Summer

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As the weather begins heating up, so does your social calendar! Before the graduations, weddings, family events, and beach trips fill up your free time, make sure you set aside some time to get your skin out of hibernation and looking radiant all summer long. Here's how to think about summer skin prep, with a big…

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The Best Treatments for Every Age

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Aging gracefully is the goal for us all. But as we age and mature, so do our beauty and skin care needs. In our 20s and 30s, preventing skin damage is a motivating factor. In our 40s and 50s, we begin to see a decrease in the skinโ€™s volume โ€” and by our 60s, sagging…

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How Frequently Should I Schedule Treatments?

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As most of my dermal filler, chemical peel, or BOTOXยฎ patients in the Ames and Des Moines areas know, these treatments unfortunately donโ€™t last forever. To maintain results, patients must come back in for follow-up appointments. But how often? Though every patient is a little bit different, here's a rough estimate on how long the…

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CoolSculptingยฎ vs. Weight Loss (They’re Not the Same)

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CoolSculpting at our Des Moines practice has become one of our most popular body sculpting procedures. Having said that, most people donโ€™t fully understand how it works or why it is different than traditional weight loss or other body sculpting procedures. The fundamental concept to understand is that there is a difference between fat loss…

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