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Which fillers work best where? What’s a “clean” neurotoxin? Should you burn fat cells or freeze them? Our Confident Decisions series cuts through the confusion to give you the facts on the most popular cosmetic procedures, so you can make informed choices with confidence.

If you’re curious about your options, here’s what RealSelf members said about why they chose Botox, Dysport, Xeomin, or Jeuveau.

Face & Neck

Updated on Oct 11, 2023 10 min read

The Reasons Real Patients Prefer One Neurotoxin Over Another

Alix Tunell

We asked dermatologists and plastic surgeons to weigh in on the most peculiar CoolSculpting risks and side effects. Learn more.

Body

Updated on Oct 17, 2023 10 min read

CoolSculpting Is Among the Most Popular Nonsurgical Body Contouring Treatments—But It Comes With Some Rare, Under-the-Radar Risks and Side Effects

Jolene Edgar

Body

Updated on Oct 17, 2023 6 min read

What To Do—and What to Avoid—During and After CoolSculpting for the Best Results

Gabby Shacknai

Lipo is a popular plastic surgery procedure, thanks to its safety and attractive before and after photos. We've compiled a no-BS guide to liposuction.

Body

Updated on Feb 16, 2024 18 min read

High-Tech to High-Def—How Popular Tools and Techniques Are Reshaping Liposuction

Jolene Edgar

We asked plastic surgeons to outline the best surgical and nonsurgical fat reduction and skin tightening treatments for every trouble spot.

Body/Face & Neck

Updated on Aug 25, 2023 13 min read

The Best Surgical and Nonsurgical Fat Reduction and Skin Tightening Procedures for Every Trouble Spot

Jolene Edgar

Lip fillers are often associated with an overplumped pout. We debunk the top five myths about lip fillers, thanks to our experts on RealSelf.

Face & Neck

Updated on Oct 12, 2023 5 min read

Doctors Set the Record Straight On 5 Popular Lip Filler Myths

Gabby Shacknai

Wondering which dermal filler is right for you? Here are six questions to ask while considering your choices, according to doctors.

Face & Neck

Updated on Mar 1, 2021 7 min read

Which Filler Is Right for You? Docs Say, Consider These 6 Things

Gabby Shacknai

Experts break down the two main categories of filler, hyaluronic acid vs. biostimulatory fillers, along with all the pros and cons.

Face & Neck

Updated on Oct 12, 2023 10 min read

Hyaluronic Acid vs. Biostimulatory Fillers: What to Know Before You Get Injected

Rebecca Dancer

Face & Neck

Updated on Apr 9, 2024 6 min read

Which Fillers Work Best Where? Dermatologists Break It Down

Abby Gardner

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