Hair Bulb - the terminal part of the hair follicle situated under the skin. The hair bulb is composed of active cells that grow the horn-shaped hair fibers that form hair.

 

Hair Extension - a type of external hair or hair-like synthetic material that is fused to the existing hairs to cover bald areas.

 

Hair Fibers - horn-shaped pieces of keratin that are the primary component of hair.

 

Hair Follicle - a depression in the scalp from which hair emerges. Balding occurs when hair follicles are damaged, blocked, or rendered inactive.

 

Hair Grafting - a surgical hair replacement procedure that involves removing sections of scalp and grafting them to balding areas.

 

Hair Loss - the shedding of scalp hair. There are several types of hair loss, the most common of which is androgenetic alopecia.

 

Hair Loss Pattern - the genetically determined pattern of the balding process. Patterns of hair loss are classified according to the Norwood Classification System.

 

Hair Restoration - a general term for a number of methods used to restore hair to balding areas. Hair restoration can involve topical, oral, and surgical treatments.

 

Hair Root - the part of the hair buried in the follicle under the skin.

 

Hair Shaft - the part of the hair seen above the skin.

 

Hair Systems - any external hair or hair-like synthetic material that is added to existing hair or scalp to cover baldness.

 

Hair Transplantation - the surgical transfer of hair, hair follicles, or sections of scalp from one part of the head to another.

 

Hylaform® - a clear, colorless gel synthesized from hyaluronic acid, a naturally occurring substance found in the human body. Hylaform® injections are used to fill in wrinkles for smoother and younger looking skin.

 

Incision - a cut into a body tissue or organ, especially one made during surgery.

 

Intermediate Hair - a type of hair that shows the characteristics of both vellus and terminal hairs.

 

Intermediate Phase - the intermediate phase of the hair growth cycle, in which follicles prepare for the resting phase. The intermediate phase, also called the “catagen phase,” lasts about 10 days for a healthy person.

 

IPL™ Photofacial/Fotofacial - a 30-minute procedure involving a machine that emits intense pulses of light to penetrate all layers of the skin. Used to treat redness caused by acne and other factors, as well as fine lines and wrinkles.

 

Keratin - a protein that is resistant to wear and tear. Hair and nails are composed of keratin.

Kinerase® - the main ingredient in these skin care products is the plant-based extract kinetin. In nature, kinetin is what prevents plant leaves from withering. The same principal applies to skin care and the Kinerase® formula.

 

La Roche-Posay - based in Europe, La Roche-Posay is today one of the most highly regarded facial skin care product lines in the world. Products range from cleansers to sun protection to luxurious lotions and creams designed to restore the body’s youthful radiance.

 

Laser Hair Removal - a new treatment designed to remove and prevent further growth of hair by using a laser to deactivate hair follicles.

 

Laser Skin Tightening - a minimally invasive, nonsurgical process that uses an infrared light source (a laser) to tighten the skin.

 

Laser Skin Resurfacing - this cosmetic procedure involves the use of a laser to remove the top layers of skin, revealing the smoother, younger-looking skin underneath.

 

Laser Stretch Mark Removal - a beam of light removes thin layers of skin around the stretch marks. Once laser stretch mark removal is complete, the treatment area will heal and new layers of skin will form, reducing the appearance of stretch marks.

 

Laser Tattoo Removal – the high energy light from the laser breaks up the tattoo ink into tiny particles. These particles are then gradually absorbed by the skin and dispersed by your body’s natural cleaning mechanism.

 

Lip Augmentation - a general term that encompasses a number of cosmetic procedures, from implants to injections, all of which are designed to give the lips a fuller, more aesthetically pleasing appearance.

 

Lipodissolve™ - involves injections of mild medications into areas with unwanted fat. The injections cause the fat to dissolve and are naturally flushed out of the system.

 

Lipoplasty - also called liposuction, lipoplasty refers to the surgical removal of fatty deposits using a suction device.

 

Liposculpture - a cosmetic surgery procedure in which fat is transplanted from one spot on the body to another. This procedure allows the surgeon to "sculpt" new body contours.

 

Liposuction - also called lipoplasty, liposuction refers to the surgical removal of fatty deposits using a suction device.