
Anti-Aging Blog: Holistic Health and Beauty Tips to Fight Signs of Aging
September 13, 2018It’s easy to get caught up in skincare trends, especially as you age and you start to feel like you’d do anything to keep those fine lines and wrinkles at bay. But hopping on every anti-aging bandwagon is sure to…

Which is Better for Lip Injections: Botox or Juvéderm?
March 6, 2018When you start to notice fine lines and wrinkles forming on your face, your immediate reaction may be damage control — slathering on extra sunscreen, adding an extra moisturizer to your skin care routine or hopping on the latest anti-aging…

5 Problems Easily Treated by Laser Skin Resurfacing
February 7, 2018Using lasers to correct skin imperfections might sound like science fiction, but thanks to modern skincare technology, it’s a very real and a widely available cosmetic treatment. Laser skin resurfacing is one of our most popular procedures because it can…

Why Winter is ‘Laser Season’ for Your Skin
February 7, 2018In Cedar Rapids, Iowa, the winter season has fully set in by the end of January. Even when there is a break from the snow and ice, the freezing temperatures keep us indoors and out of the sunlight. If your…

Your Fall Skin Care Recommendations Are Here!
October 24, 2017Fall in Iowa means crisp air, pumpkin patch visits, corn mazes and warm mugs of apple cider. As the leaves change color and we settle back into our daily routines of school and work, it’s easy to forget about the…

Why Fall Is a Perfect Time for Laser Skin Resurfacing
October 24, 2017The further we get from warm, sunny weather, the more your skin might feel like it needs a pick-me-up. Your summer glow fades, the air becomes ever more drying and your warm-weather skincare products just aren’t cutting it. Laser skin…

Updating Your Skincare Routine for Fall
October 2, 2017As the seasons change, so should your skincare routine. Shifts in the weather and the atmosphere change the way your skin reacts to the world around it. It’s critical to take this into account as you continue to care for…

The Many Benefits of Botox
October 2, 2017Graduating from topical skincare treatments to injectables and fillers may seem like a big step. But if you’re frustrated by forehead and brow wrinkles that just won’t go away, Botox could very well be your miracle drug. It’s safe, effective…

Laser Skin Resurfacing vs. Injectables: What’s the Difference?
July 25, 2017Sunshine and fresh air are some of life’s greatest gifts. Unfortunately, these environmental factors, along with the inevitable aging process, can cause unsightly lines and wrinkles on your face and neck. When the youthful skin of your past starts to…

Introducing SmartXide DOT Laser Resurfacing Therapy
July 7, 2017Your skin is something you have to wear for the rest of your life, so feeling confident in it is a necessity. An aged and sun-damaged face can create a complexion you’re not proud of, and leave you to believe…

Spring Into A New Skin Care Routine
April 19, 2017The long winter months can be torturous and hard on your skin. Extensive exposure to artificial heat, biting cold air and whipping winds, can send your skin into a severely dry, cracked and painful state. During these colder months, you…

What is Collagen and Why do I Need it?
June 15, 2015Collagen is a protein that makes up about one-third of all the proteins found in the human body. The substance is most frequently located in the skin, connective tissue and bones. Collagen is a very strong, fibrous material. In fact,…