Dr. Tara's Blog
Not Your Usual Botox®️ (Xeomin®️)
HOLIDAY READY! Botox®️ or Xeomin®️are commonly injected into 3 main sites; the forehead to treat expressive lines, the outer sides of the eyes to treat
A Guide to Holiday-Ready Skin
When the holiday season starts, travel, family and holiday celebrations can impact our skin care routines. To get your holiday skin back on track, follow these
Barbie Botox
Latest Beauty Craze
Ever wish you had a longer neck and slimmer shoulders? Many women are achieving this through a procedure that is being called “Barbie Botox” as it
HydraFacial™️ System
The HydraFacial™️ system is a patented four-step program that cleanses, extracts, and hydrates the skin using gentle suction, special skin surface tips, and a series
ZO®️ Skin Health
ZO®️ Skin Health is an innovative skin line that we carry at Refresh Medispa. The line was created by Dr. Obagi and is only sold to
Unique Uses for Botox®️ (Xeomin®️)
Botox®️ or Xeomin®️are commonly injected into 3 main sites; the forehead to treat expressive lines, the outer sides of the eyes to treat “Crow’s Feet”,
The Vampire Facial®️ (PRP Facial)
You may remember a picture of Kim Kardashian’s face that went viral a few years ago. Her face was covered in blood! Very dramatic! That was taken after
Creating Natural Looking Lips
(Not Over-done Lips) Many of us see our lips getting thinner with age. This is due to a decrease in collagen and elastin formation in our lips just as it decreases
Creating a Youthful Neck
As you age, your skin becomes thinner, especially on the neck. Concealing your neck with clothing like scarfs or turtlenecks is not a practical solution, particularly
Hair Restoration for Her
(Using your own blood to grow your own hair!) Thinning hair in men has long been recognized as an unwanted but frequent component of the
Collagen and Your Skin
The Role Collagen Plays Collagen is the most abundant protein in the body and is the main component in our skin, bones, and muscles. It provides
Botox for Teeth Grinding
Millions of people involuntarily grind their teeth or clench their jaw. Studies have shown that frequent teeth grinding (known as bruxism) affects up to 15% of
Earlobe Filler for the Holidays?
Planning to wear those beautiful earrings for the holidays but afraid they are too heavy? Or maybe you would love to wear your diamond studs
What is a HydraFacial?
The HydraFacial™️ system is a patented four-step program that cleanses, extracts, and hydrates the skin using gentle suction, special skin surface tips, and a series
Microneedling
Microneedling is a highly effective procedure that works to rejuvenate your skin by stimulating it to make new, collagen-rich tissue. The procedure itself involves creating tiny
Creating Natural Looking Lips (Not Over-done Lips)
Many of us see our lips getting thinner with age. This is due to a decrease in collagen and elastin formation in our lips just
Creating a Youthful Neck
As you age, your skin becomes thinner, especially on the neck. Concealing your neck with clothing like scarfs or turtlenecks is not a practical solution, particularly
What is exfoliation and why bother?
Let’s cut to the chase. Would you rather run your fingers over a smooth silk pillow or across a burlap sack? Exfoliate! Exfoliation involves the
eMatrix Radio Frequency (RF)
Rejuvenation of the Neck and Lower Face In most cases, expressive lines in the upper face can be effectively treated with Botox. These include forehead lines,
Botox
Unique Uses Botox®️ or Xeomin®️are commonly injected into 3 main sites; the forehead to treat expressive lines, the outer sides of the eyes to treat
Why A Hydrafacial?
The HydraFacial™️ system is a patented four-step program that cleanses, extracts, and hydrates the skin using gentle suction, special skin surface tips, and a series
A Holiday Note
I am proud to share that December 20th of this year will mark the three-year anniversary of the opening of my Medispa, Refresh! As I reflected on
Creating a Youthful Neck
As you age, your skin becomes thinner, especially on the neck. Concealing your neck with clothing like scarfs or turtlenecks is not a practical solution, particularly
Rejuvenating the Earlobes
Do you have a special pair of earrings, maybe even a pair of diamond studs, that no longer sit well in your pierced earlobe? There
The Vampire Facial®️ (PRP Facial)
You may remember a picture of Kim Kardashian’s face that went viral a few years ago. Her face was covered in blood! Very dramatic! That
Not Your Usual Botox®️ (Xeomin®️)
Botox®️ or Xeomin®️ are commonly injected into 3 main sites; the forehead to treat expressive lines, the outer sides of the eyes to treat “Crow’s
Botulinum Toxin A
(Botox®️, Xeomin®️, Dysport®️, Jeuveau®️) Wrinkle smoothing Botulinum Toxin A injections are the most common non-invasive aesthetic procedure in the US, and while they are colloquially
Restoring Youthful Facial Dimensions
Ideal Facial Dimensions The concept of ideal facial dimensions has existed for thousands of years and remains relevant in modern times. And although we all
5 Ways to Maintain A Youthful Look
1. Smile, Often! Forget about aging gracefully! Age youthfully! Individuals in a study on the aging face were asked to guess the age of models
The Merits of Exfoliation
What is exfoliation and why bother? Let’s cut to the chase. Would you rather run your fingers over a smooth silk pillow or across a
Retinoids (Vitamin A Derivatives) – A Fountain of Youth?
What can Retinoids do for me? Vitamin A derivatives (commonly referred to as retinoids) can do wonders for your skin. Naturally abundant in carrots, eggs
Is Computer Blue Light Damaging Your Skin?
Electronics and Your Skin You are probably aware that blue light from digital devices has the potential to cause eye damage, but did you know
HydraFacial©️ Health Benefits
We all know that a facial is a lovely way to pamper yourself and a great way to look and feel fresh. But are there
eMatrix – Tighten the Turkey Neck
A common problem for many women as they age is the dreaded ‘turkey neck’, or loose, sagging skin under the chin and jawline. ‘Turkey neck’
Hydrafacial©️ (Should I ask for a booster?)
Many of you are now familiar with Hydrafacial’s patented approach to skin care which combines gentle suction, a rotary motion and a series of carefully
How the Face Ages and What You Can Do – (Aging Gracefully)
Many women tell me that they love being older. They love their families, their life’s experiences and the knowledge they have gained through the years.
Unique Fine Line Filler – Belotero®️
Over time, your skin loses elasticity. This process, influenced by genetics and environmental factors such as sun exposure, can lead to the development of lines
Get Rid of that Double Chin, Permanently!
Bothered by fullness under your chin and a profile that makes you look older than you are? If only there was a way to permanently
Summer, Sun and “Which Sunscreen?”
Now that the Stay-At-Home Order has been lifted, we are all so happy to be enjoying the beaches, the Strand, and the beautiful outdoors! That
Beautiful Hands with Radiesse
Collagen Stimulator for your Hands! Do your hands give your age away? Always exposed to the elements and to the sun, your hands, as much