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Smoking is Bad News for Your Skin… But What About Vaping?

It should be no surprise that smoking is killer on your looks – but what about vaping? The risks of the supposedly safer option might surprise you.  We’ve known for almost a ce...
BEAUTY,HAIRCARE,WELLNESS

Finasteride Side Effects: What You Really Need to Know Before You Start

There’s a lot of misinformation out there about oral finasteride. That’s a shame because of how powerful this medication can be. If you’re just beginning to experience hair lo...
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The Silent Treatment: Women’s Hair Loss

It happens, it’s different from the hair loss men experience and can be just as devastating – so why do so many women keep it a secret?  Over on the channel I talk about all kin...
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Eyebrow Hair Transplants: The Stealth Surgery

They’re on the rise and incredibly impactful – for the right candidate. Read on for Dr. Linkov’s thoughts on this under the radar procedure! Eyes may be the windows to our soul...

Want to Know the Real Secrets to Looking Younger?

They’re simple, straightforward, and guaranteed to work. If a guide to devising ‘irresistible clickbait’ exists, I’d wager ‘secrets to youth and beauty’ is featured heavily. I...

Should you be taking collagen?

Collagen supplements have taken the beauty and health industry by storm. Should it be in your cabinet? It seems collagen supplements are popping up everywhere – the grocery st...

What Does it Mean to Age Gracefully?

Embracing gray, conservative tweaks? What does aging gracefully really mean? Aging gracefully has many different connotations. To some it’s embracing the privilege of growing o...

Black Market Hair Surgery

Is it dangerous? You bet – and way more common than you’d think Black market hair transplant surgery is on the rise. Think you’re safe choosing a clinic or surgeon just because...

What a Hair Transplant Looks Like – Week by Week

Below I break down what to expect in the days and months post-surgery It’s a long journey from surgery day to your full results. Below, I break down what the recovery process l...

When should you stop taking Finasteride?

Because sometimes continuing a medication (even one as great as finasteride) may not be advised.  I spend a lot of time singing the praises of finasteride. And why wouldn’t I? ...

Advances in Hair Transplants: The 2024 Edition

Read on to see what’s changing in the world of hair transplants. I had a great time presenting at the World FUE Institute conference in Morocco. Below are some of my takeaways...

Curious About Seborrheic Dermatitis?

Everything you need to know about this surprisingly common skin condition Seborrheic dermatitis (SD), most famous for the dandruff it can cause, is a much more common condition...

Chemical Peels

Miracle path to a perfect complexion or a sure-fire way to destroy your skin? Read on! Not unlike a snake sheds its skin, chemical peels are touted on social media as a one-sto...

An Evidence Based Skincare Routine: Part 1

Do you know what you’re putting on your skin and why? We love our skincare, but do you know what’s in your skincare and what those ingredients are actually doing for your skin?...

Why does so much plastic surgery end up mediocre?

Read on for my thoughts on an unsettling trend. Great Expectations No one, absolutely no one, goes into a cosmetic surgery procedure with mediocre expectations. So why then are...

My Evidence Based Skincare Routine: Part 2

What does your skin need? Surprisingly little. Read on for my ‘less is more’ philosophy.  Last week I talked about my philosophy on skincare. I covered how genetics plays a hug...

Your Guide to Lip Augmentation – The 2024 Edition

Lip augmentation has exploded over the past 10 years. Here’s everything you need to know about what’s changed in 2024! Think you know what’s what in lip augmentation? Read on ...

The End of Natural Beauty?

Are we taking our preoccupation with filtered perfection to a dangerously unnatural place?  It’s a new world out there. Do you know if your favourite influencer is real? Many ‘...

The Things Cosmetics Companies Really Don’t Want You to Know: Part 2

Skincare is big money – are you a savvy consumer? There’s a lot of competition out there for your skincare attention, both online and along the skincare aisle. How savvy are y...

The Things Cosmetics Companies Really Don’t Want You to Know

How savvy are you about the cosmetics world? The world of skincare and cosmetics is a multibillion-dollar industry – and it can get pricey. Are you familiar with the tactics c...

Is Red Light Therapy a New Miracle Skincare Treatment?

Or the next beauty gimmick designed to lighten your pocket? Read on!  Everyone seems to be jumping on the red light therapy beauty bandwagon. Is it the next great leap in beaut...

How to take care of your unique hair type

Shape, density, caliber, and curl – let’s demystify the terms! Everyone’s hair is a unique reflection of their own personal genetic make-up. Ethnicity can influence the charac...

Can you really reverse a frown?

Read on for real ways to fix an upside-down smile! You’re in a great mood.  The sun is out, you’ve finished work early, and you’re excited to meet up with friends.  In fact, th...

What makes a great jawline?

And how to get one… Last week we went into detail on the mewing craze, focussing on what the TikTok trend realistically can and can’t do for your jawline. This week? We’ll focus...

Mewing: Does it work?

Is mewing your ticket to a naturally snatched jawline? Read on to find out! Unless you’ve been hiding under a rock, chances are good you’ve noticed that sharp jawlines are a thi...
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Myth busting: The skin edition

Get ready for yet another round of myth debunking! This time we’re looking at skincare advice that’s most definitely leading you astray.  It’s that time again. My team has been ...
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Topical Finasteride

Interest in topical finasteride is on the rise. Curious? Here’s what you need to know. If you’ve ever experienced hair loss – or even looked the term up online – chances are go...
BEAUTY,SKINCARE,WELLNESS

Do you need vitamin C in your skincare?

Considering adding a vitamin C product to your routine? Read our guide before you buy.  Vitamin C wins the award for being the most searched skincare ingredient online. Is ...

Things that can make a hair transplant difficult

Imagine that you’ve booked in for a hair transplant and surgery day has finally arrived!  You’re excited. You’ve been planning for months, (in some cases maybe a year or more) a...

10 Reasons NOT to get a Hair Transplant

Often when talking about hair transplants, we focus on the plusses. Today we’re dedicating the blog to unpacking some of the reasons you shouldn’t.  When someone is considerin...
BEAUTY,HAIRCARE,WELLNESS

A Guide to Women’s Hair Loss Part 2: What to do

Last week we talked about the 6 main causes of women’s hair loss and why it’s so crucial for women experiencing hair loss to make note of the patterns and get a diagnosis. This ...

Your Guide to Women’s Hair Loss Part 1: It’s Complicated…

50 percent of all adults will experience hair loss – why don’t we often talk about when women experience it?  21 million women in the USA are currently experiencing hair loss.  ...

Proving the Haters Wrong

Tackling the times in our lives when people doubt us and our chances to succeed. I often have the privilege of meeting people at a point in their lives when they’re dealing wit...

The 7 top reasons hair transplants fail

Know the pitfalls and how to avoid them before you buy! Imagine you spent $20-50,000 dollars on a new car, only to find out afterwards that the car seat won’t fit, the oil chang...

Hair Transplants: Do you really get what you pay for?

How much should you spend on a hair transplant to guarantee a great result? What we see in the mirror has a profound effect on how we feel about ourselves. We’ve all experienced...

18 hair transplant myths debunked!

18 hair transplant myths debunked! Questions about hair transplants? Read on as Dr. Linkov debunks some common myths and misconceptions.  For those who follow the channel, cha...
BEAUTY,PLASTIC SURGERY

Your biggest questions (and misconceptions) about plastic surgery answered!

Today Dr.Linkov tackles the most asked questions about plastic surgery on the web.  Is plastic surgery safe? Will I regret having plastic surgery? Do plastic surgeons only care ...
BEAUTY

Beauty Trends: Everything you wanted to know about eyebrow shaving

Why exactly are people shaving their eyebrows? The answers might surprise you. Why are people shaving their eyebrows? Turns out it’s not a new practice. I’m the last person t...

7 bad habits that will damage your hair

7 bad habits that will damage your hair I spend a lot of time talking about hair growth and the health of hair follicles, but I don’t often talk about the hair shaft, and it’s t...

My Personal Hair Comeback Journey

My Personal Hair Comeback Journey https://youtu.be/wFZm0E3P1Cs?si=9bMuM41oJQB641TV I get asked a lot about my hair.  That isn’t really surprising considering that I’m a hair tr...
BEAUTY,PLASTIC SURGERY

Can you really get a facelift without surgery?

Can you really get a facelift without surgery? Read on for Gary’s take on the risks of non-surgical trends.    What if I told you that you could get the results of a facelift wi...
BEAUTY,SKINCARE,WELLNESS

Everything you need to know about retinoids

Everything you need to know about retinoids Confused by the abundance of different retinoid products out there? Read on to get Gary’s take. Did you know all retinoids are forms...
BEAUTY,PLASTIC SURGERY,WELLNESS

Myth Debunking: The Lip Edition

Myth Debunking: The Lip Edition Duck lips, trout pout… Those two terms are so well known they’re practically legendary in the aesthetic community – or dare I say mythical? Coll...
HAIRCARE,PLASTIC SURGERY,WELLNESS

5 New Hair Restoration Treatments You Should Really Know About

5 New Hair Restoration Treatments You Should Really Know About Today I want to take a break from debunking hair myths to go over 5 new (ish) hair restoration treatments that I t...
HAIRCARE,WELLNESS

14 Hair Myths: Let the myth-busting begin!

14 Hair Myths: Let the myth-busting begin! Today I’m going over some popular hair loss myths that I recently covered over on the channel. Debunking hair loss misinformation is a...
BEAUTY,PLASTIC SURGERY,WELLNESS

TikTok’s Viral Aging Filter - Just how accurate are those images?

TikTok's Viral Aging Filter - Just how accurate are those images? A few weeks back, filters that could make middle-aged adults look like teenagers were all over the media for… w...
BEAUTY,SKINCARE,WELLNESS

What Makes a Great Sunscreen?

What Makes a Great Sunscreen? Yes, you need sunscreen. Does yours measure up? With summer in high gear, I’d be remiss if I didn’t spend a bit of time talking about the most im...
HAIRCARE,WELLNESS

Does Green Tea Work for Hair Loss? Debunking some Trending Myths.

Does green tea work for hair loss? Debunking some trending myths.  It sometimes feels like new hair growth miracles are popping up faster than those phishing emails from far awa...
BEAUTY,PLASTIC SURGERY

Youth Trends: Accessorizing with Cosmetic Procedures

Youth Trends: Accessorizing with Cosmetic Procedures  Remember the days when teens wanted a fake ID to get into a bar? Those of us old enough might even remember aughts teen det...
BEAUTY,HAIRCARE,PLASTIC SURGERY

The Quest for Perfect Hair

The quest for perfect hair  *Today our blog writer, Kristi, wanted to share a personal story relevant to today’s topic.  Way back in my grad school days, this friendly, neighbo...