Snail slime| Usage for Anti-Aging

Why Snail Slime Is Being Used to Prevent Wrinkles and Other Signs of Aging

The search for the fountain of youth seems to be a never ending story that has existed throughout human history. Cleopatra was known for bathing in goat’s milk. Hundreds of years ago in Japan, nightingale droppings were used for skin care. And this practice  is making a comeback with celebs like Tom Cruise experimenting with

hyaluronidase| visual representation of molecule

When Restylane Goes Wrong: Hyaluronidase to the Rescue

Sometimes, cosmetic procedures don’t turn out the way we plan. Sometimes, even Restylane goes wrong. Cosmetic injections and dermal fillers that use hyaluronic acid are considered minimally invasive. They are a way to improve our physical appearance with low cost and minimal risk. All fillers have a slightly different shelf life before they are absorbed

Wrinkle Removal Results| Los Angeles

Crow’s Feet Treated with Belotero Instead of Botox

This patient was accustomed to using Botox injections to get rid of the crow’s feet around his eyes. But he recently heard of a new cosmetic filler called Belotero and decided to give it a try. This would be a transition from his normal use of neurotoxins (what makes Botox and Dysport) to the use

Wrinkle Removal Results| Los Angeles

Botox Patient Switches to Belotero Injections to Treat Crow’s Feet

This patient was a routine user of Botox injections to treat the fine lines around his eyes called crow’s feet. However, he recently made the switch to Belotero injections instead. He decided to steer away from his usual use of neurotoxin treatments like Botox and Dysport. And he did not want laser rejuvenation. Thus, a

Augmented Lips With Juvederm| Before and After

The Different Forms of Hyaluronic Acid for Cosmetic Injection

There are a few common forms of hyaluronic acid that have FDA approval for use as an injectable cosmetic serum. Hyaluronic acid is the main ingredient for temporary treatment of fine lines, wrinkles, and many other cosmetic ailments commonly pertaining to aging skin. It is also widely used for lip augmentation and non-surgical cheek lift.

Restylane| Hyaluronic Acid Dermal Filler For Youthful Volume

Restylane to the Rescue: Seven Uses for the Dermal Filler

Hyaluronic acid, a natural sugar, is the key ingredient to this seemingly magical compound that works anti-aging wonders. Restylane is made with the powers of bioengineering to restructure hyaluronic acid and combine it with a gel-based medium. And voila! What, in nature, is a lubricating sugar composite found in the joints, tendons, and muscles, becomes

Juvederm for Smile Lines

As we age, our skin loses elasticity and firmness, turning frown lines, smile lines, crow’s feet, and the like, into permanent etchings in the skin. Weather from smiling or frowning, we begin to notice that these lines are there even when our faces are relaxed. Unfortunately, smile lines are nothing to smile about. While Botox

Restylane| Hyaluronic Acid Dermal Filler

Smoothing Out Wrinkles With Restylane

Restylane is one of the most sought after dermal fillers in today’s market.  Dermal fillers is injected and intended for individuals to improve moisture and volume of the skin. What Is Restylane and How It Works Restylane is an injectable filler made from hyaluronic acid, which is found in our skin. It serves to enhance the

Patient With Laugh Lines Around Mouth

Los Angeles Juvederm For Laugh Lines

This patient sought Dr. U’s help to address the early onset of laugh lines around the sides of the mouth. Result is seen 2 weeks after the injection of 1cc of the dermal filler hydrelle to the laugh lines also called nasolabial folds. Hydrelle is a hyaluronic acid dermal filler like juvederm, restylane and perlane.

Juvederm| Los Angeles & South Bay

Juvederm: Lip Injections – Lip Enhancement – Lip Treatment

The Office of Dr. U uses Juvederm to restore the natural fullness of the lips. Dr. Umar uses Juvederm to plump up your skin to smooth away facial wrinkles and lines. Juvederm is a safe, FDA-approved dermal filler made of non-animal hyaluronic acid. Hyaluronic acid is a natural substance that already exists in the human