Skincare Blog | Expert Tips from Barr Aesthetics - Part 4

Men and women have experimented with a variety of hair removal methods using technology for the last 100 years. In addition to the regular razor

Rhinoplasty cosmetic procedures are one of the most difficult facial surgeries to master. A surgeon must have an eye for the aesthetic as well as

Before having any elective surgery performed, one must understand common complications. Any surgery involves a certain amount of risk. There are currently many types of

There are a great number of causes of hair loss, and many of them are quite common. Some of these causes can be prevented or

Permanent makeup, also known as cosmetic tattooing, is becoming increasingly popular in the United States. Women enjoy the ease of waking up each morning with

Acne can be an issue for people of all ages. Though acne is a common issue for teenagers, children and adults often experience acne as

Are facial expressions emotional or social? This is an age-old question in the world of nature vs. nurture. Facial expressions are created with facial muscle

The history of cosmetics and beauty standards through the ages and through various parts of the world is extremely interesting and eye opening. There are

Not many people can think of Egyptian beauty without thinking of Cleopatra. But, what did she really look like? What were her beauty secrets? She

The overall history of ancient Greece is dramatic. The styles and beauty trends from that time are just as dramatic and bold. From cosmetic trends

Women who lived in Ancient Rome used cosmetics and perfume frequently. The wealthy to the middle class used cosmetic products to create a more attractive

Africa is a huge and diverse continent. There are hundreds of beauty culture trends that are unique to different regions. The most interesting and ancient

Native American men and women of the past were commonly envied for their long and luscious locks of dark hair. Pioneers and others often asked

China is known for many interesting beauty trends in history. One of the most controversial of these is foot binding. Foot binding was considered very

The beauty trends and the cosmetics popular in the Middle Ages were very interesting. They ranged greatly in risks and dangers associated with the specific

The Renaissance era was an exciting time for fashion, cosmetic and hair trends. The women of the era strived to achieve a “glowing” alabaster skin.

In the Victorian era many cosmetic products were produced with safer materials than in the past. But, due to Queen Victoria’s strict guidelines for morals

Rhinoplasty, or reconstructive nose surgery, was first recorded as a practice in ancient Egypt, around 1500 B.C. Later, and most famously, it was performed by

The “nose job” is not a gift of modern medicine. In fact, it stems mainly from the work of a physician from India in 800

19th century rhinoplasty was an improvement over methods of prior centuries. Experimentation with more complicated techniques, in general, proved more effective. However, with new technologies

Reconstructive nose surgery, or rhinoplasty, became more sophisticated and wide-ranging in the 20th century. In 1902 through 1904, Freer and Killian developed submucous resection septoplasty,

A deviated septum is a relatively common condition. In most people, it may not even be a noticeable problem, much of the time. But for

Rhinoplasty is not a new invention. Going back to the centuries before Christ (B.C.), rhinoplasty was performed in its primitive beginnings in Ancient Japan and

Alopecia is the medical term for hair loss, or balding. Alopecia areata is a particular form of balding that makes up only a tiny minority

DHT, or Dihydrotestosterone, is a natural metabolite produced by the body, primarily in males, that causes most hair loss. Androgens are male hormones that assist

Male pattern balding is the most common form of balding. The lesser known, and less talked about, form of balding, or alopecia, happens in women.

Balding is known in the medical field as alopecia. In men, male pattern balding is the most common form of hair loss. In 95% of

Hair loss, or alopecia, is a common concern for both men and women. While most balding is related to genetic concerns, stress has been tentatively

The average person loses between 50 and 100 strands of hair per day. This may seem surprising, but it’s actually just a natural part of

Hair loss is not deadly, and it doesn’t cause physical pain (except for sunburns on the scalp!). But the embarrassment and shame hair loss sufferers

Women suffer from hair loss nearly as commonly as men. While most older men suffer from hair loss, at least 50% of women do as

Wrinkles are lines, folds, or ridges in the skin that develop over time as we age. In many cultures, wrinkles are a sign of wisdom, but

Wrinkles are a frustrating part of aging that most people would prefer to avoid, if possible. Many wrinkles are actually preventable and those men and

Wrinkles are the bane of an otherwise fulfilling existance. if 50 is the new 30, then why do we have wrinkles that make us look

Sometimes wrinkle creams and other non-invasive treatments may not be enough at removing wrinkles. There are several medical procedures that treat wrinkles at their source,

Reconstructive procedures are becoming more commonplace than ever before. As women and men seek to turn back the clock, undo damage, and look as young

Little boys (and sometimes full-grown men) like to show their scars with a look of pride. (“This is the one I got in that motocross

Maxillofacial injuries are injuries to the face, mouth, or jaw. These injuries are often the result of accidents in sports, driving, at home, on the

Skin cancer can have devastating physical and emotional effects, particularly when it attacks the face. Sometimes people lose a nose, lips, or other major features

Whether you are thinking about becoming a plastic surgeon or are considering having plastic surgery, it’s helpful to know the requirements and steps that plastic

The terms plastic surgery and cosmetic surgery are often used interchangeably, but cosmetic surgery is actually a subcategory of plastic surgery. Plastic surgery is the