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Just like clothes, makeup has trends also. As we transition from summer to fall the experts encourage us to change our makeup also. A recent Yahoo online news story highlighted the fall makeup trends with the help of a lead makeup artist. Starting with the eyes the artist advised that purple smoky eyes are definitely the fall favorite. He likened it to the nude colors that were popular previously during the summer. He surmised that the reason is because purple goes with every color of eyes including brown eyes which look lighter with purple eye shadow. He explained that blue or green eyes are the opposite side of the color wheel so the effect is a darker deeper look. He also advised that we can expect to see well-defined eyes this season. In order to achieve this look you will need black eyeliner that is either liquid or pencil. For foundation, the makeup artist recommended a matte skin look. This replaces the dewy glistening look of summer. The matte look is attainable by using medium to full coverage foundations. The makeup artist recommended a good primer before applying foundation for the best appearance. For fall lips the color red is back. Red is a classic for the holidays and according to the makeup artist, nothing says powerful woman like red lipstick. Finally metallic nails are the trend for the fall season. The makeup artist calls them diamonds for your nails. If you are making the effort to keep up with the make-up trends be sure not to forget procedures that will minimize lines and wrinkles on the face. Dr. Kim explains that these procedures include Botox which will improve the wrinkles on the forehead as well as crowfeet, also include injectable fillers like Restylane for added fullness to the nasolabial folds and lips. Beautiful makeup on a beautiful face is timeless for every season.

Unless youve been under a rock you have heard advertisements, received coupons, or seen promotions on the Internet promoting less invasive methods of liposuction. The October 2012 issue of Vogue reported on a new drove of body altering treatments that claim to deal with all of your pet peeves from muffin top to back fat. According to a recent industry article the Vogue article reported on two innovative leaders of the pack as CoolSculpting which freezes unwanted fat cells and Liposonix, an ultrasound device that heats and melts fat away. Both of these technologies take about an hour treatment and have little to no recovery time. According to the article you can literally hop off the table and return to work. However, the magazine reported specifically that, “None of them (these technologies) produce the dramatic results achieved with liposuction. In other words according to the article CoolSculpting and Liposonix are to liposuction what Botox is to a brow lift. Just last year liposuction was the number one most performed cosmetic surgical procedure that in the United States.  Medical professionals admit that the key to success with these new technologies is to know what they can and cannot do. The best patients or those who exercise regularly eat well to begin with and just had very small fat deposits that are stubborn and they cannot seem to lose. In reality this is a small percentage of the patient population. Dr. Kim advises patients that when choosing liposuction of any method, the results of the procedure are highly dependent upon the skill and talent of the surgeon. Patients need to be realistic concerning their expectations. Patients who are having abdominal liposuction may be a better candidate for abdominoplasty if there is an excessive amount of loose and lax skin. Liposuction is not a weight loss procedure and patients should not expect weight loss. Final results for traditional liposuction are not complete until six months after the procedure. Patients must be good about diet and exercise following their body contouring procedures in order to experience lifetime results. Patients who are considering body contouring procedures are encouraged to contact Dr. Kims office and schedule a consultation.

Los Angeles is known for ethnic diversity. Beverly Hills celebrates the beauty of ethnic diversity. Dr. Kim is one of the few plastic surgeons who are permanently located in Beverly Hills, California. As a longtime Beverly Hills plastic surgeon Dr. Kim helps patients understand that preserving their ethnicity is possible even when choosing cosmetic plastic surgery. Patients who are considering procedures including rhinoplasty and liposuction often have concerns regarding characteristics that are closely associated to they are ethnic roots. For example, patients who are considering rhinoplasty who may have traditional characteristics such as a broad base of the nostrils typically associated with the African-American and sometimes Vietnamese population, may have different desires aesthetically than the typical European population; which tend to have a more narrow base of the nostrils. Dr. Kim explains to patients that he is able to contour the base of the nostrils without compromising what many consider to be the ethnic beauty of their nose. As a true artist who combines the skill of plastic surgery, Dr. Kim understands, aesthetically the best methods to achieve a natural appearance. Asian patients sometimes consult with Dr. Kim when considering blepharoplasty or upper eyelid surgery. For many patients this is not to change the Asian appearance of the eye but rather to improve the overall aesthetic appearance by creating a fuller eyelid. Patients who choose to have this procedure are thrilled with the results mostly because they appear natural and not cosmetically enhanced. Patients who are considering cosmetic plastic surgery are encouraged to contact Dr. Kim to determine which procedures would be best for them.

The battle to lose weight is challenging. Cutting calories along with a consistent exercise program is going to yield the best results. But, eating less is one of the most difficult task people have to accomplish. According to recent online article its a lot easier than we think to cut calories. According to the article you can actually fool yourself into believing that youre eating more than you really are. For example, choosing a plate with a big border will help you to eat less. Preliminary research from Brian Wansink, PhD, director of the Cornell University food and Brand Lab “Plates with border designs visually reduce the size of the plate, prompting diners to serve themselves less food,” he explains. The result is you eat fewer calories. Research shows us that most people will not serve over the margin created by the coloring of the plate. Instinctively for most people it would be like coloring outside of the lines. It can also be helpful to grab a larger fork. One study showed that people who had a larger fork consumed about 10% less than those who had a smaller fork. With a large fork food is consumed faster and your brain believes that you had eaten more. Another trick would be to select plates that are similar to the color of your tablecloth or placemat instead of colors that contrast. A study that was published in The Journal of Consumer Research found that those who served themselves added less to their plate when their plate matched the tablecloth or placemat. Choosing smaller plates( usually between 12 and 10 inches) also reduces your caloric intake by more than 20% by tricking your brain into believing that the serving is bigger than it really is. These changes, although they are small can make a substantial difference. Dr. Kim reminds patients that choosing to reduce their weight not only affects their health but also their appearance. It is important for patients who have had cosmetic surgeries like breast augmentation or liposuction to make an effort to maintain a stable weight. Weight fluctuation can negatively impact the results. Breast augmentation patients can begin to see a sagging component to their breast with weight fluctuation. Liposuction patients can find that their results are no longer proportional after significant weight gain. Patients who are considering cosmetic surgery procedures are encouraged to contact Dr. Kim and schedule a consultation.

Feeling attractive is an integral part of what makes a woman consider that she is sexy and beautiful. According to recent online article women feel their “hottest” when they are dressed up in wearing something that enhances their figure and complexion based on a recent study. According to Sara Wolverson of Superdrug, who researched 1,000 women for a study on what makes them feel their best, the winning combination for feeling sexy is a French manicure, fancy curly hair and smoky colored eye makeup. But, women were quick to point out that they did not like over exaggerated looks. The study discovered that most women rarely felt confident in themselves unless they left their homes wearing more classic clothes (a pencil skirt and high heels with favorite) and appropriately applied makeup. The article expressed that the bottom line is classic is preferred over trendy. ”Modern women know what they like when it comes to makeup and fashion,” Wolverson said in an article for Digital Hub. Overall women may be fascinated by models, fashion and beauty magazines, but the research proves that classic is preferred when women choose what they will actually wear. The study proved that women do enjoy putting on makeup and dressing up, but in the end classic, sophisticated and sexy, not too risqué are all statements that describe what they like best. Dr. Kim explains to patients who are considering cosmetic plastic surgery that the choice for how they will desire to look his personal. Patients who are considering facelift, rhinoplasty, brow lift or other facial procedures should be confident in their choice to enhance their appearance. When patients waiver in their decision, or make the choice based on someone elses desires the results, regardless of how impressive they are; can be disappointing for the patient. Cosmetic surgery is a personal decision and the overwhelming majority of patients who have cosmetic surgery have improved self-esteem and self-confidence. Patients who are considering plastic surgery are encouraged to call Dr. Kims office and schedule a consultation.

Eating a healthy diet is beneficial to your health as well as the largest organ in your body- which is your skin. According to recent online article we can eat foods that contribute to beautiful skin according to Kimberly Snyder, celebrity nutritionist and author of the Beauty Detox Solution. There are some foods that can positively impact the look and health of your skin. One is the cucumber. Cucumbers are essentially a one-stop shop for hydrating enzyme filled water. Hydration is the most effective solution for maintaining youthful and smooth skin. Cucumbers are full of vitamins B,C, zinc, iron, folic acid, calcium, magnesium, and potassium. They also have anti-inflammatory properties which make them excellent for placing chilled over puffy eyes in the morning. Seaweed is also rich in B vitamins and minerals and facilitates blood flow which contributes to radiant skin. Seaweed can be added to smoothies or added to your added to your salad. Kale is the hottest thing on the market right now. It is rich in the beauty vitamins A, C, and E, which all have anti-aging properties that promote healthy new cell growth. Papaya is an excellent addition for ongoing skin repair. The enzyme papain is contained in most facial mask but when consumed it promotes both bright skin as well as bright eyes. Dr. Kim encourages patients to maintain healthy skin as one of the best ways to combat the appearance of aging. For many patients starting with healthy smooth skin can have a marked benefit when choosing a facelift, brow lift, or blepharoplasty. These facial rejuvenation surgical procedures will help to remove loose and lax skin; however, for patients who have not taken good care of their skin, the results will not be as dramatic as it will for those who have been diligent concerning the proper care and maintenance of healthy skin. The best results for facial rejuvenation surgical procedures are always seen in patients who are young enough to have a moderate amount of elasticity present in their skin. Dr. Kim consults with every patient considering facial rejuvenation procedures and makes recommendations that will benefit the patient the most.

According to recent online article there is a time and place for everything, including plastic surgery. According to the article highlighting information from Dr. Oz, seasons affect cosmetic surgery like many other lifestyle choices. According to the article, the spring season is best for breast augmentation and liposuction, and the season for facelift is typically right after Christmas. The logic behind the seasonality is rather obvious when you consider each procedure. During the spring it is believed that women begin to think about getting into the bathing suit with complete dread. They begin to try them on and may notice a little fat or wish they were filled out in certain areas. Adding in recovery time most patients believe theyll be socially acceptable by the summer if they have surgery in the spring. Facial surgeries like facelift, or eyelid lifts, fall into the winter months most commonly. Most patients are socially acceptable after these procedures in about two weeks, yet some patients may have residual bruising and swelling and may truly not want anyone to notice. If a scarf is needed to cover lumps, bumps, and bruises it is much easier to wear during the fall and winter months. Recovery from multiple procedures will take longer than smaller procedures. Older women can expect to have a longer recovery than younger women. Of course, if you have significant medical issues this will increase your risk of complications following surgery. This speaks to the importance of having a plastic surgeon who is experienced in a wide range of medical conditions when choosing plastic surgery. Dr. Kim advises patients who are considering cosmetic plastic surgery to allow themselves plenty of time for recovery following their procedure. While most patients do extremely well, and have a recovery that is relatively uneventful, it is best to prepare for the worst case scenario so that the patient is able to relax and fully recover without the pressure of engagements and requirements that have been planned and cannot be changed. Patients who are considering cosmetic plastic surgery are encouraged to contact Dr. Kim and schedule a consultation.

For many women eating healthy includes a light breakfast in the morning; however, running out of the door early in the morning to start the day leaves many feeling as though theyre starving by 10 oclock in the morning. According to recent online article there is a way to beat that feeling. Working out before work can make a tremendous difference. Exercise reduces the brains motivation to crave food according to a new study published in the Journal Medicine and Science in Sports and Exercise. The study researchers analyzed the food cravings of 18 women who were of normal weight and compared them to 17 clinically obese women. Using EEG technology they measure the strength of the brain waves. They found the brains response much less favorable after women had walked briskly for 45 min. on a treadmill than the response if they skipped walking on the treadmill. Research found that both sets of women paid much less attention to the food right after exercising, regardless of their weight. The conclusion of the researchers is that because the brain reacts differently to food after exercise it is likely that we will consume more calories right after exercising. Research also proved that exercise did not contribute to overeating later in the day. The fact is women who began the day with exercise continue to get more physical activity throughout the rest of the day without eating to balance the extra calories being burned. Dr. Kim points out to patients who are avid exercisers and are diligent concerning their diet, that they too can have small areas of stubborn fat that does not respond to diet and exercise. For these patients liposuction can be an excellent solution. Liposuction allows patients to benefit from sculpting and creating an enhanced and more aesthetically pleasing shape. The most popular areas include the lower abdomen, outer thighs, and lower back. As an artist Dr. Kim is able to sculpt these areas into a natural and more toned shape. The results Dr. Kim is able to achieve are better in most cases been patients would have been able to achieve through diet and exercise alone. Dr. Kim encourages patients who are considering body contouring procedures to contact the office and schedule a consultation.

Medical tourism is not new. It became much more popular as the Internet became the main source of travel. A recent national business magazine article highlighted medical tourism once again as an option for patients around the world. According to the article combining plastic surgery with a vacation in an exotic place will kill two birds with one stone. The article seems to allude to this time of year as being the best time to consider plastic surgery and an exotic place. The article cited mild weather, no tourist, and good deals from travel agencies and airlines as the main reason. The article was mainly focused on East Europe as a popular destination. The article referred to couples, specifically baby boomers as being attracted to what they call special health and vacation packages. The information was largely based on a group of university researchers from Great Britain and Australia. Their study, the “Sun, Sand and Silicon Project,” follows Australians and Britons who traveled to popular cosmetic tourist meccas, documenting their experience in an effort to understand the cosmetic-surgery tourism process. There are special tours for mothers and daughters, friends, and bridal parties. The packages appear attractive for those wanting to shave off a few pounds or a few years together. Hotel chains are getting in on the act as well. Special packages are available through the Hyatt, the Four Seasons, and the Ritz-Carlton, all of which offer “special recovery packages” for hotel guests. The article highlights Budapest, and Czech Republic as among the most choice locations for destination surgery. Unfortunately, the article never mentions the risk involved with any surgery especially surgery performed outside of the guidelines of the United States. Dr. Kim treats many patients from around the world who come to Beverly Hills at the destination for their surgery. The protection for patients who are having cosmetic plastic surgery within the United States lies in the experience and credentials of Dr. Kim who is an ASPS plastic surgeon. When patients leave the United States for facelift, abdominoplasty, or breast augmentation the entire experience is likely to be different than that of the US experience. For example, how does a prospective patient research the credentials and track record of a specific surgeon? How will you handle complications that could arise? These are just a couple of the very important questions patients are likely to overlook when considering a destination that appears alluring first and considering the plastic surgery to be secondary. Patients were considering cosmetic surgery outside or within the United States are encouraged to schedule a consultation with Dr. Kim to discuss their cosmetic surgery options.

As the holidays approach weight loss is going to be at the top of the list for most people. And those who have lost weight are worried about keeping it off. According to https://www.prevention.com/weight-loss/weight-loss-tips/weight-loss-secrets-work#ixzz2C1FuDnCZ the smartest strategy for staying slim may be understanding how you gain weight rather than taking items out of your diet. A study at Stanford University School of Medicine found that when women were encouraged to be mindful of what they eat rather than to lose weight they not only lost weight but also kept it off. They were taught how to practice a mindful approach to eating.“The focus was to get women away from the all-or-nothing attitude that surrounds dieting,” says lead study author Michaela Kiernan, PhD, senior research scientist at the Stanford Prevention Research Center. “The skills you need for long-term maintenance, day-to-day, are much different. According to the research, many women believe they need to keep their weight at a certain number however maintaining weight seems to work much better with the attitude that the body what natural variations in can cope with disruptions to the routine. The article suggests knowing your range of weight. Spend a few weeks weighing yourself everyday and then note how the number on the scale changes. From their set a personal weight range of about 5 pounds and watch with what is known as a relaxed awareness. Another suggestion is to appear for disruptions. Vacations and holidays could mean less exercise and more indulgent cuisine so preparing in advance helps. This way you enjoy the change without warning about it. Lastly, avoid the fear of food. Food journals can help during weight loss but are rarely sustainable for the long term. It is better to work on making small adjustments to compensate for indulgent treats. Patients who are struggling with that last 5 to 10 pounds that is located in places theyd rather not see it should consider a consultation with Dr. Kim. He is likely to recommend liposuction. As an artist and skilled surgeon Dr. Kim is able to sculpt and create a much better body contour that will complement your diet and exercise program.