Allow me rephrase that title more accurately. What I was meaning to say was, “how to achieve your summer bod the fast (rather the fastest) way. With summer underway, it is not surprising for many people to aim for their summer-body goals. For most of them, it is losing weight; for some, it is gaining…
There are a number of reasons why one develops skin tags. These small pieces of soft, benign growths that appear on the skin, can be annoying or bothersome, and would appear as bumps and shapes on our otherwise smooth skin. They can also rub against clothing or jewelry and get irritated, which can be painful…
…dealing with bra-fat, love-handles, banana rolls, armpit-fat and those fat around the knees? Ugh! so frustrating, right?… But I know just the best solution for melting those stubborn fats away.” So you finally decided on making sure you fit right into that shapely, va-va-voom swimsuit for that long-awaited summer get away. Good for you. I…
Understanding Acne Scars Acne scars are very common. Some 80% of people between ages 11 and 30 will get acne, and one out of five of those will develop scars. This scar develops when a deep pimple or acne breakout clears. Although keep in mind that not every acne breakout causes a scar. However, even…
Wow, It is 2024! Is it just me, or don’t you all get the feeling that time passes more quickly now than it ever did? Not too long ago we were just welcoming the year 2023, and before I knew it, we are now entering–yet again – another year! I don’t know but maybe being…
IN our recent column, we have talked about having a skincare routine and knowing the ingredients and/or products that are best for your skin type – and will ultimately – treat your skin problem. Well, our topic today is somewhat a sequel to that last skincare 101. We mentioned previously that caring for your skin…
You’ve heard it said, many times in many ways: loving yourself is essential in finding true happiness. And of course what better way to do that but by investing in self-care. Self-care, as the name suggests, is all about caring for yourself –– ensuring that your physical, emotional, mental and spiritual needs are met. This…
(and finally rock those fall outfits you’ve been wanting to try) I will cut to the chase and say it now: sweating excessively is never pretty and you can do something about it. Congratulations! Summer is over which means that “sweating season” is done and you are officially being forced out of your summer wear…
Are you one of those who positions her face to that one flattering angle every time (and I mean, EVERY time) she had her picture taken? And you wished you do could other poses, and you are not limited to just one specific profile. I feel you sister… or brother (men have their best angle…
Did you know that there is a faster way to slim down your face in a matter of weeks? And if you think I am referring to those small and thin V-shaped faces that most Korean female celebrities are famous –– and are widely envied for –– you are absolutely right. You would also be …
Heads up! THIS is HUGE. ISkin has a “new swag” and it is making waves (pun-intended) for all the right reasons. Introducing: The EXION RF Microneedling! BTL Aesthetics coined it as “The Ultimate Skin Solution” highlighting the use of a single-pass fractional radiofrequency for deep tissue treatments. This newest treatment combines monopolar radiofrequency (RF) and…
IT may come as a surprise to some but skincare is for men too. I have been in this industry long enough to witness the beautiful reality that skincare is also for men. In fact, a lot of our male clients (my husband included) have been fans of these skin treatments that we have at…
WE have seen “IV drip” added on service-menu boards of numerous wellness centers and spas everywhere. In recent years it has caught on in the media like wildfire. For sure, you, or someone you know may have actually tried it once or twice, but what makes these “drip bars” popular is actually something worth delving…
Aging backwards? And no, I am not talking about some “Benjamin-Button-case” sort of thing. Have you come across people, or maybe some famous personality who just look better as they age? And you wonder, is it plastic surgery or something else, but you can’t quite put your finger on it? You know, the feeling when…
The time has come when even the mundane and seemingly mindless combing – or taking care – of our hair has been neglected because we are either too busy to notice or too busy to care. Let’s get one thing clear: Hair care is important not only for our appearance, but also for our overall …
Truth be told, Beauty fades. There’s no better way to say this, but we are all going to age and the earlier we embrace the fact that aging is part of being human, the better. While time seems like the “enemy” here, it has also brought us to an era where new technologies have emerged….
When was your last facial treatment? This is one of the questions I ask my clients at the beginning of my consultation. Surprisingly, most of them can’t remember, or they admit to not having regular facial treatments at all. Age has always been the “taboo” word in my line of work. Though we have accepted…
Work-out but without “work” too much? Sounds too good to be true, does it? An average person can do about 50 to 200 crunches a day yet most often, they still don’t achieve the results they wanted. Imagine having a machine that would give you the result that is equivalent to 20,000-crunches in as little…
It’s 2023 and it’s great to be back! After 2 years, my column is now active and I can’t wait to share more ideas, advice and beauty know-hows. NEW YEAR, NEW YOU – Isn’t this is our favorite mantra whenever the new year starts? It is, after all, an effective way to tell ourselves that…
I HAVE talked about “Thread Lift” in my column before. It is one of the topics I have enjoyed discussing because I really find the process of facelift via PDO threads to be groundbreaking. It is a state-of-the-art cosmetic procedure that I never would have imagined possible but here we are. The procedure involves the insertion of…
EVEN though summer is fading away, it’s never too late to continue working out and getting back on track — especially when we here in Southern California get to enjoy more warm days at the beach well into fall. My clients and my column readers know that I am all about staying fit and fab….
YOU would think that there is nothing worse than getting baked under the Southern California sun with its record-breaking heatwave, gusty winds, hot air and low humidity but there is! And that is sweating excessively in the middle of a client meeting, having to repeatedly raise and extend your hand. You find yourself silently praying…
MANY people refer to the hair as one’s crowning glory. I could say the same for very good reasons. The hair, being one of the first things people see when trying to recognize someone, can tell a lot about a person and may affect how he or she is perceived. With all things considered, our…
THE month of May is a very special month because we are celebrating Mother’s Day. And because it’s Mother’s day, we are also honoring the miracle of a mother-bringing-life-into-this-world. So today, we are very delighted to talk about an innovative procedure that is majorly beneficial to all women – yes, not just mothers but every…
I’VE been asked time and again: what’s a way to lift and tighten sagging facial skin without going under the knife? And since I love being the bearer of good news (related to health and beauty), I tell my clients and my readers about this new alternative to a traditional facelift. It’s non-surgical, less invasive…
WHAT if I tell you that there is a facial treatment that could give you smaller pores, extra hydration, brighter skin, and reduced fine lines? ONLY, it takes LESS time than a facial. Now THAT is GOLDEN! Introducing, AQUAGOLD aka the “super mega facial.” This mythical skincare treatment uses the same technology as skin needling…
HAVING a V-shaped visage or oval face — as what most Filipino, Korean and Japanese celebrities have — accentuates a person’s facial features and gives a sculpted youthful appearance. This much-coveted face shape is considered one the most sought-after looks, especially among Asians. There are a number of ways to achieve a V-line or V-shape….
THEY say we start aging at 30. Now if you are in your 40s to 60s, that would mean about 10 to 30 years of aging process. But do we know how aging manifests in our skin, particularly in our face? And if so, is there a way to somehow delay that process? Well, today…
As humans, our body parts — such as our eyes, ears, arms (to name a few) — come in pairs as they are made to function on both sides of our face and body. However, there’s no known function, nor a reason, to keep a “double chin.” Today, we will talk about how to bid…
“Good things come in small packages.” With Thread Lift, a youthful appearance is the ‘good thing’ that comes in small packages – such as a ‘thread.’ While it may not be as accurate as the proverb because a thread is more “thin” than small, you get the point. And it is always a ‘good thing’…
