High Frequency is a modality used during facials to help with a variety of skin concerns. It is commonly used to help treat acne, enlarged pores, wrinkles, dark circles, skin tone, and texture, as well as stimulating collagen and elastin production. High Frequency is not safe for people with heart conditions, cancer, or hypersensitive skin. […]
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What are Acids? Acids are a typical ingredient in skincare, mostly for exfoliation services. Different types of acids can be used to treat many different skin concerns. There are acids used for hyperpigmentation, acne, dryness, and so much more. AHAs vs. BHAs: Acids fall under two categories: AHAs or BHAs. The main difference is that
Aromatherapy helps heal patients by using essential oils from plants. Essential oils can be put into a diffuser to be inhaled through the air. They can also be put with a carrier oil and massaged into the skin and hair. Benefits of Aromatherapy will vary based on the essential oils used. Using one essential oil
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We all know someone who’s always there with a subtle barb. They’re expert at giving you some light needling. Maybe your skin needs a little of that. At Affirm, we call it microneedling. This effective treatment for improving skin tone and texture and decreasing stretch marks involves creating hundreds of microscopic injuries to the surface
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In last month’s second blog we talked about coming see us at Affirm for Botox or Xeomin injections to erase wrinkles on the upper third of your face, things like crow’s feet and the dreaded 11s. This month let’s talk volume loss. Often when looking at an older person, it appears almost as if the
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Spring in Springfield is a great time of year, and this spring has a special vibe. Coming off a Chiefs’ Super Bowl Championship, you could say the volume’s been pumped up in Missouri! But what about your facial volume? Declining collagen production, sagging skin and support tissues, and the effects of the sun and other
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