Why Stretch Marks Are So Hard to Treat (And What Actually Helps)
Stretch marks are a frequent concern at Kalos Medical Spa, and one that tends to come with a long history of disappointing results from over-the-counter products. Patients arrive having tried cocoa butter, vitamin E oil, Bio-oil, retinol creams from the
Ultherapy vs. Sofwave: Which Skin Tightening Treatment Is Right for You?
If you have been researching non-surgical skin tightening treatments, you have likely come across Ultherapy and Sofwave. Both are popular medspa treatments that use ultrasound technology that generates controlled heat in the skin, which stimulates collagen production and tightens skin
A Week in the Life on GLP-1 Weight Loss Injections
Before starting a GLP-1 weight loss program, most people have the same question: what is this actually going to feel like? They want a practical answer. What does a typical day look like? What changes, what stays the same, and what
5 Anti-Inflammatory Foods That Support Healthy Skin
Chronic, low-grade inflammation activates enzymes called matrix metalloproteinases (MMPs), which break down collagen and elastin, the proteins responsible for skin structure, firmness, and resilience. Over time, this contributes to fine lines, loss of firmness, and uneven texture. Anti-inflammatory foods support your
Why Does Laser Hair Removal Take Multiple Sessions? Understanding the Hair Growth Cycle
If you are looking into laser hair removal, you have probably noticed that every practitioner recommends a series of treatments rather than a single session. This raises a reasonable question: if the laser destroys the hair follicle, why does it
Can you fake a brow lift with Botox?
If you have noticed your eyebrows starting to droop or your frown lines deepening, a Botox brow lift can achieve a noticeable elevation and refresh your upper face. This technique works differently from surgical intervention and delivers more modest results. The
Ultherapy vs. Morpheus8: Which Skin Tightening Treatment is Right for You?
Fine lines, texture changes, and loss of firmness are common skin concerns as we age. Two of the most popular treatments we offer to tighten and rejuvenate skin without surgery are Ultherapy® and Morpheus8. Both treatments deliver impressive results, but
Welcome to Kalos, the Medical Spa at Kirby Plastic Surgery
Offering our patients the very best care and a superb experience has always been our top priority, and we are excited to announce that we have taken this commitment to a new level. We have moved to our beautiful new,
“Sunscreen Contouring”: The Latest TikTok Beauty Hack to Avoid at All Costs
“Sunscreen contouring” promises effortless contouring without makeup, but this social media trend puts your skin’s health at serious risk. The licensed medical skincare specialists at our Fort Worth medical spa see firsthand the aesthetic and medical effects of not protecting
Can Botox cause muscle weakness beyond the treatment area?
It is very unlikely for Botox Cosmetic® to spread outside of the intended areas when it is dosed appropriately and placed expertly by a trained, experienced, licensed medical professional. Local, temporary weakness in nearby muscles can happen; however, true “distant
