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Since its invention in 1975, traditional liposuction has cornered the market on fat removal procedures. But as decades passed, the race was on to discover a less invasive and more friendly treatment, one that didn’t require extended downtime or risk…

The adage, “If it sounds too good to be true, it probably is,” can take you far in life. But sometimes, an offer comes along that defies caution. As medical and aesthetic technology marches forward, our understanding of the human…

Unless you’ve been living under a rock, you’ve heard of a little cosmetic injectable called Botox. Initially used to treat crossed eyes, Botox received its first FDA approval for that purpose way back in 1989. Later, after the cosmetic benefits…

For most warm-blooded creatures, a layer of fur provides much-needed insulation and protection against the elements. But for your average, 21st-century human being, unwanted hair represents little more than a chore. Keeping up with rapid hair growth on your legs,…

For women of a certain age, menopause is more than just an inconvenience—it’s a full-on stalker. Menopause symptoms follow you wherever you go, regardless of what you’re doing. At work, in the bedroom, at a concert, or even spread out on a beach towel, menopause symptoms will find you and make whatever you’re doing—or hope to do—uncomfortable. 

Skin conditions come in all shapes and sizes. Acne, rosacea, and the common rash may flare up at any moment to compromise the largest organ on your body and in the most visible place—your face. But some skin conditions come and go, sometimes without evident cause. Melasma, for example, affects more women than men and especially targets pregnant women.

Even in the 21st century, women face challenges when pursuing necessary healthcare. For starters, women are disbelieved or discounted at higher rates than men when reporting pain to healthcare providers. Women also suffer the serious symptoms of menopause, often without support in their workplaces. And while the general public finally understands a little something about the feminine libido, there’s progress still to make. 

These days, it’s hard to remember a time before lasers, even though the term and the tech are relatively new. The word “laser” started off in 1957 as an acronym (L.A.S.E.R.) standing for “light amplification by stimulated emission of radiation.” A year later in 1958, the first laser system was constructed in a laboratory. Fast forward to the 21st century and you’ll find lasers just about everywhere—even at your favorite medspa in Boston, MA.

Despite their positive impacts on our everyday lives, scientific advancements have a way of stirring up controversy. It wasn’t that long ago that American news networks couldn’t get enough of Dolly, the cloned sheep. And way back in the 1860s, even the concept of “germs'' was enough to inflame debate. Of course, the present moment is no exception. Stem cells specifically have seen their share of bickering, myths, and flat-out lies.

Aging is a complicated process. With each subsequent birthday, a new ache, wrinkle, or physical limitation arises or worsens. Of course, our personal concepts of beauty don’t always age with us, leading to quick glances in the mirror to avoid our reflections. But aging doesn’t have to be this way. In fact, in the 21st century, you have more power over how you age and how you look than you ever thought possible.