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When you look in the mirror, are you starting to notice fine lines, wrinkles, or sagging skin? These visible signs of aging are often linked to two proteins in your skin: collagen and elastin.  Understanding how the role of these proteins in your skin can help you make informed choices...

  Varicose veins, those bulging, twisted veins visible just under the surface of the skin, are more than just a cosmetic concern. These unsightly veins can cause discomfort, pain, and other issues when not treated.  If you’ve wondered if there's a way to prevent these unsightly veins from forming, understanding...

If you’ve wanted to rejuvenate your skin, restore your hair, or even enhance your sexual health, imagine a treatment that helps you accomplish these goals using your body’s own natural healing properties. This may sound too good to be true, but it’s a reality for many men and women thanks...

With summer almost here, many of us can’t wait to shed layers and enjoy the sun. However, for those of us dealing with unwanted body hair, the thought of wearing swimsuits or shorts can be downright frightening.  If you’re dreaming of smooth, hair-free skin that's ready to show off this...

Are you interested in improving your nose’s appearance but don’t want to undergo surgery? You’re not alone! Many people are turning to nonsurgical rhinoplasty for a change that doesn’t require incisions or extensive downtime.  At Chrysolite Aesthetics, in Houston, Texas, Dr. Rawan Abu-Zeitoon and our team specialize in offering innovative,...

The female body and reproductive system are incredible, going through many changes in puberty, pregnancy and childbirth, and menopause. With everything your body endures, it can be difficult to keep up.  Sometimes, these changes impact sex life, making it difficult for many women to reach orgasm. Plus, as we get...

If you want summer-ready, hair-free skin, you may be considering laser hair removal. But chances are with so many options out there, you aren’t sure which laser system is best for you and your aesthetic goals and how they really work.  Laser hair removal uses light energy to destroy the...

If you’re concerned about your weight, chances are good that you’ve heard about FDA-approved semaglutide (sometimes referred to by the brand name Ozempic®). In fact, you may be wondering if you’re a candidate for this medication. This weekly injectable offers effective weight loss help for adults. Studies show patients who...

At the beginning of a new year, many of us set new goals to help us look our best. But some things, like a double chin, are hard to beat with diet and exercise alone.  Also called submental fullness, a double chin makes 68% of Americans unhappy with their profile....

It’s December, and that means winter is upon us. If you’re embarrassed by unwanted facial or body hair, you might be relieved during the cooler months, since it’s easier to keep unwanted hair covered with long pants, sweaters, scarves, and mittens.  But those warmer spring days are never too far...

If you want a natural treatment to rejuvenate your skin, look no further than microneedling with platelet-rich plasma (PRP) injections. These two treatments work together to give you smooth, youthful skin by harnessing the power of your body’s natural healing processes.  Individually, these treatments can give you outstanding results. Both...

Do you tend to get sick easily in the winter and don’t want to miss out on holiday fun anymore? Here at Chrysolite Aesthetics in Houston, Texas, we may have the solution for you: intravenous (IV) therapy.  IV therapy is a great way to give your immune system a boost...

You’re not alone if you’ve struggled to lose weight and are still carrying extra pounds. Around three-quarters of US adults weigh in with more than a healthy mass, and adults who have hormone imbalances have a higher risk of gaining extra weight.  Paying attention to any underlying issues is important because your...

Are you longing for a fuller, shapelier backside but looking for noninvasive alternatives to traditional surgery? Good news! Innovative treatments using dermal fillers have revolutionized buttocks enhancement. Dr. Rawan Abu-Zeitoon and the team at Chrysolite Aesthetics in Houston, Texas, offer multiple nonsurgical solutions for sculpting your body and getting the shape of your dreams. Take...

If you’ve been counting calories, exercising regularly, and still haven’t seen the number on the scale drop in significant ways, you’re in good company. Nearly three-quarters of adults in the US are overweight or obese.  For many people, hormone imbalances can put you at a higher risk of weight gain...

If you’ve been looking to address the wrinkles and fine lines that come with aging, you’ve probably heard of Botox©. This popular cosmetic injectable takes only minutes to administer, but gives you months of a smoother, youthful appearance.  Botox and comparable alternatives, such as Dysport© and Xeomin©, work using a...

Dermal fillers can work wonders for aging skin, helping you achieve a naturally younger appearance — without the need for invasive surgery. Rawan Abu-Zeitoon, MD and the care team at Chrysolite Aesthetics in Houston, Texas, offer a wide range of dermal fillers to help you do just that. One of...

The warm, sunny summer months are the time of year for your skin to shine — not be covered up to hide unsightly or embarrassing facial or body hair. Waxing, plucking, shaving, and other hair-removal techniques can help — but they often take up lots of time and don’t offer...

Whether it’s your first time visiting an aesthetic medical spa or your 100th appointment, you can feel more confident about your aesthetic treatments and avoid confusion (and any skin irritation!) by asking key questions before you start treatment.   Board-certified internal medicine specialist Rawan Abu-Zeitoon, MD and the aesthetic team at...

Big pores are one of the most common skin complaints from people of all ages. At Chrysolite Aesthetics in Houston, Texas, Rawan Abu-Zeitoon, MD, and our aesthetic team specialize in helping people with different skin types and tones minimize large pores and enjoy smoother skin. Here’s a closer look at what causes large pores and the ways...

Happy New Year from Rawan Abu-Zeitoon, MD, and the team at Chrysolite Aesthetics in Houston, Texas! If you’re ready to make this new year your year for younger-looking skin, take a moment to learn how our team can help. As a board-certified physician and aesthetic specialist, Dr. Abu-Zeitoon knows how frustrating older-looking skin on the outside...

From investing in antiaging creams and therapies to wearing sunscreen to watching what you eat, you work hard to stay healthy and maintain a youthful appearance. But even if your face is as youthful as possible, your hands can give your age away — or add years to your appearance. ...

When it comes to remembering major events of your life, you enjoy looking at pictures, letters, and other memorabilia. But no one wants a record of a life change marked on their skin in the form of an unsightly stretch mark.   Unfortunately, pregnancy, breast development, gaining weight rapidly, and even...

Your face is the first thing people notice about you. So it’s only natural to want to make a good first — and lasting — impression. Keeping your face healthy with a good skin care routine is an important step in maintaining a fresh, young appearance.  But no matter how...

If you’re ready to say goodbye to the fine lines, wrinkles, and sagging skin aging brings, aesthetic treatments can reverse the hands of time and restore your youthful appearance. But at Chrysolite Aesthetics in Houston, Texas, many of our clients worry about looking like they’ve had “work done” after aesthetic...

Business dinners with clients, celebrating with co-workers, a night out with friends — it only takes a single drink too many to cause a hangover and the pain it brings. But at Chrysolite Aesthetics in Houston, Texas, we have good news: Safe and effective intravenous (IV) therapy can help even the worst hangover hurry...

If you want to look as young and fresh as you feel, taking care of your skin is the best place to start. While you can work hard on skin care at home, nothing can compare to the benefits regular facials bring to your skin.  At Chrysolite Aesthetics in Houston, Texas, Dr. Rawan Abu-Zeitoon and our...

Congratulations on deciding to feel good about the skin you’re in by tackling fine lines, wrinkles, and crow’s feet with Botox® or similar injectable neuromodulators like Dysport® and Xeomin® — you’ve made an excellent choice!  Many of our patients at Chrysolite Aesthetics in Houston, Texas, ask Dr. Rawan Abu-Zeitoon if there’s anything they can do to get the...

If you’re embarrassed by acne, you’re not alone. About half of American adults experience acne well past their teen years. And even when your acne clears, it can leave behind embarrassing scars and skin blemishes.  At Chrysolite Aesthetics in Houston, Texas, Dr. Rawan Abu-Zeitoon and our compassionate team understand the frustration both acne and acne scars...

Many women struggle with stress incontinence — especially after having children or going through menopause. In fact, at least 40% of women over 65 have one or more types of urinary incontinence, and doctors think the number is higher since many women don’t want to talk about it or assume it’s an...

It’s true a double chin can appear if you weigh more than you should or don’t exercise. But for many people, age, genetics, and other factors cause an extra layer of fat to accumulate under their natural chin line, causing a double chin.  This submental fullness can make you look...

Have you sweated it out at the gym and counted calories trying to lose those last few pounds or shed stubborn pockets of fat without success? Body contouring offers a way to blast stubborn fat or finish your weight-loss journey to get the shape you’ve been working for.  Depending on...

Along with age spots, fine lines, and wrinkles, sagging skin is one of the most visible signs of aging — but it doesn’t always wait until you’re over the hill to appear. Due to the natural drop in collagen and elastin in your body, sagging skin can start as early...

If you stay on top of your appearance and wellness, chances are good you’ve heard a lot of buzz about platelet-rich plasma (PRP) therapy. Chances are also good that you’re wondering if it can really deliver when it comes to minimizing the visible signs of aging.  This treatment started in...

It’s November, and the holiday season is set to begin soon. With all of the get-togethers, celebrating, and holiday cheer, it’s only natural to want to look your best. If you’re considering an aesthetic treatment to help you get there, take a moment to learn about ever-popular Botox® and the...

Ready to stop the endless cycle of plucking, tweezing, waxing, and shaving away unwanted body and facial hair? Dr. Rawan Abu-Zeitoon and the team at Chrysolite Aesthetics in Houston, Texas, can help with the best technology and therapy available when it comes to laser hair removal.  Dr. Abu-Zeitoon selected the...

From puberty to pregnancy to menopause, your body goes through countless changes. So with all your body endures, it’s no wonder that 75% of us struggle to achieve consistent orgasms or have to deal with the embarrassment that comes with age-related changes.  Dr. Rawan Abu-Zeitoon and her team at Chrysolite...

There’s no way around it — everybody ages. And chances are good that wrinkles, loss of volume, and loose, droopy skin are not the look you’re going for. At Chrysolite Aesthetics in Houston, Texas, we can help. Dr. Rawan Abu-Zeitoon and our team have turned back the hands of time...

Summer is here, and that means it’s the season of swimsuits and bare skin. If you’re hoping to revitalize your body in time for the beach, a surgery-free vampire breast lift could be for you.  According to the American Society of Plastic Surgeons, breast lifts are one of the most...

As you get older, everything in your body starts to wear down, including your skin. Sun damage, stress, and other factors age your skin even more, which leaves you with a tired-looking complexion.  But what if you were able to reverse some of the damage with a simple procedure? Microneedling...

CoolSculpting is revolutionary and does not follow the conventional trends of other fat removal methods. Unlike liposuction, where recovery can take several months, CoolSculpting is a non-invasive body contouring treatment with no downtime. Studies have shown that a massage after CoolSculpting can help to optimize your results. This is something...

Working out can certainly have its benefits, especially as we see the difference in the mirror and on the scale. Unfortunately, after losing weight we are often left behind with stubborn fat that just doesn’t seem to budge. When it comes to reducing those inches, there’s a cool non-invasive treatment...

Dermal fillers and injectables are popular non-surgical treatments that are common among men and women seeking facial enhancements. Many patients can see improvements in the texture and volume of their skin, which can help them look more refreshed and youthful. In addition to helping reduce signs of aging, dermal fillers...

Eye brow drop is one of the most common complications of Botox injections. We have few patients that come new to the clinic that ask us specifically to be careful with the eyebrow as they had them dropped before from previous injectors. But what causes eyebrows to drop? and how...

Fillers and Botox are by far the most common procedures we do in our office. These procedures are relatively safe but they are not without side effects. The most common side effect is bruising! Although both procedures are now performed using very fine needles, there is a small possibility that...

Fillers have become the second most requested treatment in non-invasive cosmetics. It ranks second immediately after neuromodulators like Botox, Xeomin, or Dysport. As a physician and an injector, I find this treatment especially to be the most rewarding for my patients. While a lot of the treatments that we do...

Facelift is one of the most popular procedures in the world of Aesthetics. This procedure has helped turn back the hand of time and get more women to look younger and feel more comfortable in their own skin longer. There has been a lot of advances in the world of...

Just how frequently do you find yourself shaving, waxing or tweezing? To some extent, you probably don’t even feel the pain with these methods as much anymore. That shows just how frequently we work on our own ‘hair removal’ projects. Even though most of these things can be done at...

Dermal Fillers have become one of the most popular procedures in aesthetics! They as fast, affordable, and have instant satisfying results. The use of fillers have maintained a more youthful look for many women resulting in a lesser need for cosmetic surgeries over the years. The treatments usually take 30 min to...

Body sculpting is a non-surgical cosmetic procedure that uses cold, heat, energy, or injectables to eliminate fatty tissue. There are many ways to perform body sculpting. Most non-surgical procedures are based on the following principles:  Cryolipolysis, also known as controlled cooling, uses freezing technology to target and destroy fat cells....

When considering your first Botox treatment, it is important that you keep a few things in mind to ensure that you get the most out of the procedure, and to ensure that the final results are everything you desire. With this in mind, how long after Botox can you lie down?...

According to the American Board of Cosmetic Surgery, Botox injections are the most popular cosmetic procedure nationwide. In 2016, over 7 million people had Botox treatments. If you are considering an anti-aging treatment to improve the appearance of your skin and combat any fine lines and wrinkles, then Botox anti-wrinkle...

The longevity of Botox lasts anywhere from 2-6 months. The average longevity lasts about 3-4 months. So, why does Botox eventually stop working? Your body makes new neurotransmitters all the time, so the “blocking” effect of Botox gradually wears off naturally. Therefore, the muscles are no longer inhibited.  If you...

Botox has always been a heavenly treatment for millions of people around the world. Making them look younger and youthful was a dream coming true! Nevertheless, every now and then, someone comes to our clinic asking for help to reverse or get rid of a Botox treatment they had by...

Fat is the number one beauty related concern for most people. It impacts just about everyone we know which is why we’ve built a business around cold fat removal and helping folks feel more confident with their body. CoolSculpting is the name brand that everyone knows and loves to freeze...

Botox usually lasts 3 to 6 months after treatment. This is a rough estimated but in a lot of cases Botox can still wear off faster or stay effective longer in some patients depending on these factors: Where is your Botox injected? How much Botox was injected in that area?...

Botox anti-wrinkle treatment is a revolutionary procedure that, if done right, can eliminate the signs of aging and give you a more youthful look. But with many injectors showing up at every corner alluring clients with their lower prices to cover for their lack of expertise, we have been seeing...

Having subcutaneous fat depends on genetics as well as your lifestyle changes such as diet and physical activity. Those with a large amount of subcutaneous fat (under the skin) often have a large amount of visceral fat (around the organs).  What causes subcutaneous fat? Everyone is born with some kind of subcutaneous...

Imagine for a moment. There it is, that stubborn fat that you just can’t seem to shake. Diet and exercise have seemingly worked everywhere else, but that pocket of fat won’t budge, no matter what you do. Wouldn’t it be mind-blowing if there was actually a way to destroy those fat...

Botox has become one of the most popular cosmetic procedures. Although it is a quick and easy procedure, you can get bad results when Botox is not injected properly. For instance, Some patients after botox have a droopy eyelid, and they don’t know how long does it last. Today many medical professionals...

Botox is a common procedure that people do before an important event in order to achieve a more refreshed and youthful look. But since we fly to a lot of our important events these days, this raises another topic of concern for some of our clients: Can I fly after...

My grandmother used to say “You are your own worst enemy. If you can learn to stop expecting impossible perfection, in yourself and others, you may find the happiness that has always eluded you.” Later on I realized this was a famous quote said by Lisa Kleypas. But the truth is,...

Many people have realized by now that Botox and other neuromodulators can make them look younger. But what happens when Botox wears off? Will it cause you to look older? From a medical point of view, once the effects of Botox wear off, your face will NOT look older. Actually...

Sometimes, After Botox, you’ll notice swelling or bruising at the injection site. you might want to wear makeup to cover it before leaving the office. But should you? Ideally, you should have nothing on your face at least four hours following treatment. But if you must, we recommend to wait...

CoolSculpting has become one of the most popular procedures in aesthetics in the last few years. It has helped so many people to get rid of stubborn fat pockets , correct asymmetries, and achieve the body image they always desired. Although many other machines and procedures continue to emerge promising similar results,...

Are you still skeptical about having Botox or any other neuromodulator injections? Are you wondering if Botox would really make you look younger? or is it just a big hoax? What happens when it wears off? Is it going to make you look your age again? Or maybe even make...

One of the many DON’T that you might have heard after your Botox treatment was “Don’t rub your face after Botox treatment”! But have you ever wondered why? It is recommended after your Botox Injection, NOT to apply excess pressure to the areas that were injected. You shouldn’t massage, rub...

Botox injection is one of the most popular non-invasive procedures in the United States. At Chrysolite Aesthetics medical spa, we are pioneers in providing Botox and other neuromodulators injections. For our patients, it is essential that they have all the needed informations and guidelines to follow before coming and after leaving our...

You might have already heard of how great Botox/Dysport/Xeomin are in the prevention and treatment of frown and forehead lines. But did you know that there are almost 20 other places in your face where these neuromodulators can be injected to get you to look more youthful and refreshed? These...

Because Botox treatment involves needles and injections into your face, a lot of people have anxiety just thinking about it! If you have been considering Botox/Dysport/Xeomin for quite some time, but can’t make up your mind, we are here to tell you what to expect during and after your treatment....

Millions of people around the world celebrate the beginning of Ramadan. A month of worship and great importance in the Muslim Community. Nevertheless, fasting is practiced in so many forms whether for religious or health/fitness reasons. This article is meant to be a quick guide on how to take care...

Spring Break in the Corona Era… It was at the beginning of Spring break when we realized that our lives will not be the same anymore. Our life stories from now on will be labeled “before Corona” and “after Corona”! This was supposed to be our special vocation! Our spring...

Neuromodulators.. That’s what they call them now! This is the name of the group of medications like Botox, Dysport, Xeomin, etc that we all love and adore! But that wasn’t their common name few years back. These medications used to be called… wait for it…. Neurotoxins!!! Yes, TOXINS! Because of...

The first time I had my lips filled I was freaking out!! I was pretty young then. I didn’t have much knowledge about what fillers are.. how they work.. and how much are they going to change my face. All I knew is that big lips are out there now,...