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The 3 Best Ways to Anti-Age the Chest
Summer is here and that means the turtlenecks have officially been moved to the back of the closet. You slip on that cute silk cami but can’t help but notice the skin on your chest is bumpy, discolored and even has a few wrinkles. As collagen and...
May 15th, 2023

Weight Loss and How You Can Restore Facial Volume
Weight loss can seemingly accelerate the aging process by causing superficial and deep fat pads to shrink while making the overlying tissues appear saggy. Don’t fret, the same treatments that treat the signs of aging can help volumize and tighten skin!
Apr 5th, 2023

Pure Skin Beauty Toolbox: Lasers
Just like your neighborhood mechanic, electrician, or plumber, we at Pure Skin also have a toolbox of our own - but instead of repairing your leaky sink, we work at repairing sun damage from the past, or simply routine aging and skin concerns we all...
Feb 16th, 2023

The Truth About Toenail Fungus Treatment
Ever grab those cute new sandals and when you’re about to head out the door, you remember that untreated toenail fungus and turn back for some closed toe shoes? Or need to have that dreaded conversation with the hubby that he better grab his sneakers...
Dec 1st, 2022

No More Turkey Neck with Ultherapy and Threads
Thanksgiving time is near, and here at Pure Skin we are dishing up our yearly PSA to leave the turkey neck to the bird on the table this year - and find out what Ultherapy™ with threads can do for your aging neck!
Nov 22nd, 2022

Life After Menopause: Vaginal Dryness and Urinary Leaks/Urgency

There’s a lot of pelvic floor talk these days, and it’s not just from those freshly postpartum mothers - a lot of the chatter is from the post-menopausal ladies! Life after menopause, just like anything in a woman’s life, is another mountain to climb...
Oct 25th, 2022

The Best Skincare Treatments For Your 50s
We all love a “one and done” type treatment (or one that claims to be at least), but as the world turns, we continue to age, and the best way to make the most of your anti-aging investment is to stay on top of your ever-changing skin with a combination...
Aug 11th, 2022

Dr. Botsford's Favorite Summer Treatment
Sweet summertime has arrived and if you’re anything like us, that means spending as much time as possible on the lake, at backyard BBQs and exploring all that the Bismarck area has to offer. Think you don’t have time for skin procedures during this...
Jul 4th, 2022

Three Skin Treatments Safe for Summer Fun
Summer is HERE and while we’re excited about the summer fun that can be found in and around the beautiful Bismarck area – what really excites us is helping our gorgeous clients shift their skincare routine to summer safe options that keep skin...
May 31st, 2022

Why We Love Sculptra®: It Will Take Years Off Your Appearance
No matter how good you’ve been with your skincare routine or slathering on your SPF before heading out for the day, no one is immune to the effects of gravity. Sooner or later all of us have to face the inevitable descent of the jowls, cheeks and temples t
May 10th, 2022

The Best Skincare Treatments If You’re in Your 40’s
Let’s be honest, when you get start to reach that “over the hill” age, the rate at which your skin ages seems to pick up speed as it heads down the other side! What worked best in our 20’s and 30’s just doesn’t quite give the same effect anymore and...
Mar 16th, 2022

Retinol; How to Work it into Your Routine
Have you ever created a dish that just didn’t taste complete, then you added the salt, and BOOM! Out of seemingly nowhere, the flavors come together to create the perfect meal? This is exactly how retinol works to seamlessly integrate into your skincare...
Jan 28th, 2022

Our Top SculpSure Questions, Answered
While many outdated trends have been rightfully left in their respective decade (hello, back combed Aquanet hair!) some trends are here to stay - and confidence in your body shape and curves are absolutely one of them!
Aug 26th, 2021

Our Most Popular Before and After Photos
You can read all the background information and reviews you can get your hands on for any given aesthetic treatment, but nothing can quite replace the impact that real patient before and after photos have on your decision-making process.
Jul 13th, 2021

Under-Eye Treatments
Just like in the superhero movies, many good forces must come together to defeat evil - and it’s no different when it comes to targeting the perils of the aging under eye-area!
Apr 29th, 2021

LIPS! Why we LOVE Restylane Kysse
Restylane Kysse™ is perfect for natural-looking volume and softness that will have people guessing if you were born with them!
Feb 2nd, 2021

The Best Skincare for Your Thirties
Think starting skincare in your 30s is a little premature? Today we’re taking a closer look at the most popular procedures 30-somethings are frequenting to get ahead of the curve and keep that youthful glow.
Dec 10th, 2020

Why PRP Therapy Is a Great Anti-Aging Option
As you age, changes in your skin can make you look older. If you’re tired of wrinkles and sagging skin, platelet-rich plasma therapy may be able to slow, stop, or even reverse these unwanted signs of aging.
Feb 28th, 2019

How You Can Get the Body of Your Dreams With SculpSure
Getting your body ready for the beach is no easy task. Even when your diet and exercise programs are keeping your weight down, metabolism doesn’t always let you choose where the fat comes off. Fortunately, SculpSure® gives you a laser assist.
Feb 11th, 2019

ABCDE Rule For Suspicious Lesions

The ABCDE rule provides a simple way to remember potential signs of skin cancer. Read on to learn how to examine yourself and know when you should see a doctor.
Jan 11th, 2019

Freshen and Defuzz Your Face with Dermaplaning
If unwanted peach fuzz is sprouting on your cheeks and chin, find an easy, pain-free solution with dermaplaning. Keep reading to learn more about this med spa treatment and what it can do to smooth, freshen, and defuzz your skin!
Nov 19th, 2018

November News
The month of October we focused on getting rid of the sun damage and refreshing skin with all the different options that Pure Skin offers.
Oct 29th, 2018

Learn Everything You Need to Know About PRP Joint Injections
Platelet-rich plasma therapy is part of the growth of the exciting field of regenerative medicine, and it’s showing promise in the treatment of degenerative joint conditions. Made from your own blood sample, PRP is a low-risk natural treatment.
Oct 11th, 2018

October News
The month of October we are focusing on removing everything we did to our skin throughout summer. Remove the sun spots, improve the texture, get rid of the wrinkles and bring out your best skin yet!
Oct 4th, 2018

September News
It's crazy to think we are already at the beginning of the fall season, I hope your summer was a very enjoyable one.
Sep 6th, 2018

Top 5 Benefits of PRP Therapy
PRP therapy is a unique, fast, and noninvasive procedure that promotes fast healing with little to no downtime. Here are 5 amazing benefits of PRP therapy to consider.
Aug 22nd, 2018

August News
Not all peels yield such aggressive results- and lactic acid peels are the gentlest of the bunch. Lactic acid gently exfoliates the skin and gives even the dullest complexion a megawatt glow.
Aug 10th, 2018

SculpSure® 101: All of Your Questions Answered
While we can get a meal in minutes and glasses in an hour, getting rid of fat took a great deal of time and energy, until now. SculpSure® can reduce your stubborn pockets of fat quickly, painlessly, and effortlessly.
Jul 20th, 2018

Revive Your Crepey Neck With Surgery-Free SkinTyte™
Loose, crepey neck skin may be an inevitable part of the aging process, but you don’t have to accept it, especially when it makes you appear older than you are. Our aesthetic experts can revive your crepey neck with surgery-free SkinTyte™ treatments.
Jun 22nd, 2018

June News
As you know father's day is June 17th. I am often asked, "do many men come into your practice?
Jun 5th, 2018

Eliminate Unsightly Leg Veins With Laser Therapy By Summer
Spider veins on your legs and ankles can make you feel self-conscious about wearing shorts or dresses during the warmer months. If you’re always trying to cover up your spider veins, laser leg vein services may be the solution.
May 15th, 2018

May News
I am so pleased to report that we had a very successful, educational and fun Spring Fling event last week!
May 4th, 2018

April News
I can't believe our Spring Open House is just around the corner! Join myself and the satff at Pure Skin, along with a few national experts on April 23rd from 4:30 PM - 7 PM for a fabulous evening of specials, raffles, live demonstrations, and dinner.
Apr 4th, 2018

Fight Hair Loss with PRP
Instead of fighting hair loss with outside chemicals, medications, or surgery, we can now work with your body’s own platelets to encourage new, healthy hair growth. Here’s how.
Mar 27th, 2018

March News
Now for the month of March.....Let's think of March as the time to really start tuning your skin and body for Summer, with the great specials we are offering this month.
Mar 12th, 2018

February News
February is a great time to think of yourself and take advantage of some specials we have at Pure Skin. I have to say that our chocolate mask is amazing... it's very hydrating for the skin and smells delicious!
Feb 1st, 2018

January News
We are adding several new things in 2018, including a medical doctor. My husband, Dr. John Botsford, will be at Pure Skin performing select procedures. Pure Skin is also expanding its physical space and taking over the office next to us.
Jan 1st, 2018