Information (provided by Lutronic)Procedure Description: InfiniSkin uses microneedles to deliver RF energy directly into the dermis, without impacting the epidermis. The resulting collagen remodeling tightens and smooths skin with minimal ... Editor's RatingInfiniSkin Procedure Review7.5/10 OverallMarketing Claims8.3Peer-Reviewed Literature7.7Consistency of Results8.4Comfort Level5.1Overall Satisfaction7.8Editorial ReviewPros:Reliable results, quick recovery.Can use on a...Can use on all skin types. Safe for ethnic skin (skin of color).Patients see tightening in the treated areas as well as improvement in their skin texture.Real results for acne scars.Minimal downtime.Very effective for acne ......

Provides benefit in all 3 primary areas of facial aging: 1) Surface textural improvement2) Contouring and volume replacement (dermal volume restoration) and ability to decrease unwanted fat (jowls, neck) 3) Skin ...Skin tightening for laxity due to gravityCons:Need to completely anesthetize the skin; although that makes it painless, it means additional bruising ...Skin tightening for laxity due to gravityCons:Need to completely anesthetize the skin; although that makes it painless, it means additional bruising and ......

Things You should know:This is not a face lift but rather a modest tightening of the skin.It can help to prevent future sagging and gently tighten lower face.Works better in patients without extensive sun damage.Can be used ...Cons:Not a replacement for a facelift.Tightening is only modest in majority of patients, not as dramatic as some people want.For more significant sagging Thermage is not the right ......

C02 with significantly less downtime. Multi-depth and density ablative fractional RF technology.Typical Clinical Applications:Moderate to deep wrinkle effacement. Acne scarring, all skin types. Skin tightening on and off the face. ...Results8.8Comfort Level3.5Overall Satisfaction8.0Editorial ReviewPros:Impressive improvement of skin tone and texture.Very good to excellent results in acne scars and mild wrinkle reduction.Well tolerated with a topical anesthetic.Minimal ...Clinical Applications:Moderate to deep wrinkle effacement. Acne scarring, all skin types. Skin tightening on and off the face. Resistant cystic acne all skin types. Reduction of enlarged pores. Best Patient Candidates:All ages, all skin ......

Editor's RatingINTRAcel RF Procedure Review7.9/10 OverallMarketing Claims7.7Peer-Reviewed Literature6.6Consistency of Results8.6Comfort Level8.1Overall Satisfaction8.4Editorial ReviewPros:Great procedure for acne and traumatic scars.The uniqu...With topical anesthetic is relatively painless.Most Common Use Cases :Acne scars.Improvement of skin tone and texture.Stretch marks.Atrophic scarring.Physician Testimonials"This is a tremendous addition to our armamentarium of therapies to ......

Some people do not respond to this or any heat treatment for laxityShould be done to treat skin laxityRecovery time may take one weekAvoid NSAID's, ASA , fish oils, Vitamin E,  7 days prior to procedure unless physician states ...Level6.5Overall Satisfaction7.5Editorial ReviewPros:Procedure takes 30 to 60 minutesLifting and tightening of sagging jaw line and neck in generalMinimal downtime, excellent resultsHigh patient satisfactionSingle treatment procedure that ......

Editor's RatingAlastin Regenerating Skin Nectar with TriHex Technology? Product Review9.1/10 OverallMarketing Claims9.4Peer-Reviewed Literature8.2Consistency of Results10.0Overall Satisfaction8.8Editorial ReviewPros:Feels great on y......

Finally, eat antioxidant-rich foods like berries and leafy greens, which are powerful tools to help repair skin damage, to make sure that you are nourishing and protecting your largest organ from the inside ...By Chelsea CampbellBy now, it's likely that we all know that the sun causes skin damage and premature aging and how important it is to wear a daily SPF. However, dryness, irritation, acne, dullness, loss of elasticity, and conditions like eczema ......

Be careful though, one part of your body might not share the excitement; your skin. Winter cold, extreme temperatures, icy wind and lack of hydration can cause serious dry winter skin. The Culprit of Dry SkinWhat really ......

... you feel your heart sink; you see the silvery scales overlying a fleshy patch of salmon-colored skin in front of your right ear that herald the return of the psoriasis you have worked so hard to get rid of. Then again, you might find a crop of ......

... obvious on the outside as well, and can add years your appearance by the impact that it has on the skin. Most of us go to great lengths to preserve our youthful looks, but is it all undone at the flick of that lighter?The High Cost of Free Radical ......

Affecting 3.3 million people annually, skin cancer is the most common form of cancer. Its widespread effect is surprising considering it?s one of the most preventable and treatable forms of the disease. Sun protection such as wearing sunscreen, high-......

Editor's RatingALASTIN Skincare? Restorative Skin Complex with TriHex Technology Review8.9/10 OverallMarketing Claims8.8Peer-Reviewed Literature10Consistency of Results9.0Overall Satisfaction7.8Editorial ReviewPros:Plumps the skin in addition......

... reminder may be hyperpigmentation, wrinkles, or a sad-looking blob of ink that was once a butterfly. The good news is, Cynosure has developed the next best thing to that elusive time machine: PicoSure.What is PicoSure?According to the Cynosure ...rds, you were left to deal with the effects of poor choices that you may have made against your own skin, such as summers spent sunbathing without a lick of sunscreen or an ill-thought tattoo emblazoned on your ankle during a night of impulsive fun. ......

By By Carolynn Grimes When it comes to facial aging, the sun and the atmosphere is causing our skin to age faster, causing wrinkles and uneven skin pigmentation. Every time you step outside or drive your car, you're susceptible to accelerati......

By Chelsea CampbellIf you are looking to preserve the youth of your skin, look no further than the top dog in prejuvenation: collagen. What exactly is collagen, and how can it help you look younger, longer? We talked to Chicago dermatologist Dr. Caro......

By Carolynn GrimesBreaking the Myth: Dark Skin and Sunscreen It’s a common myth that needs to be dispelled once and for all- those with darker skin do not need sunscreen. Dr. DiAnne Davis, a board-certified dermatologist in Salt Lake ......

Substitute for fractional laser resurfacing with minimal downtime.It is not the device, but the physician's experience that will determine treatment efficacy.Most Common Use ...Most Common Use Cases:Pigment issuesScar treatmentTattoo removalSkin rejuvenationPhysician Testimonials"We use the PicoSure to treat tattoos of appropriate colors that have not been treated previously or have ......

... on a daily basis with acne, eczema, or rosacea, since they represent just a few of the most common skin conditions. But did you know that each has been shown to have an effect on the other?Dr. Richard Granstein, Chair of Dermatology at Weill ......

Can improve skin texture with minimal down time.Safely performed by physician extender such as a nurse.Works alone or when combined with topicals.Some laser experts are very impressed with this device for ...Can improve skin texture with minimal down time.Safely performed by physician extender such as a nurse.Works alone or when combined with topicals.Some laser ......

Ibrahimi. While laser procedures can be performed safely in the right hands, you need to understand the complexity of lasers on ethnic skin. Conditions such as hyperpigmentation or ...“Ethnic skin is a really important thing to pay attention to, especially with the shifting demographics,” says Dr. Omar Ibrahimi.  In another 10 to 15 years, up to 50% of the US population will be ethnic skin color. “We li......

By Jordan V. Wang, MD, MBEPsoriasis is a chronic skin condition that affects about 125 million people worldwide. Its notoriously thick, red, and scaly lesions can be debilitating and irritating, leading to both physical and psychological effects. Pso......

CO2 laser such as Fraxel. This procedure aids in resurfacing the facial skin and neck. By increasing the production of collagen, it firms and tightens and helps minimize fine lines and scarring.3. Keep ...You went to go congratulate the couple and her skin looks as beautiful up-close as it does in the wedding photos. Maybe it's natural, or maybe she listened to her mom and wore sunscreen and ......

Cold Treatments for Challenging Skin ConditionsCold treatments may be promising news for skin conditions such as melasma. Melasma is one of the most challenging skin conditions to ......

... interests and training include the treatment of acne and psoriasis; chemical peels for acne scars, skin rejuvenation, and pigmentation.Dr. Zachary: You've had so much experience with chemical peels, what would you tell the average patient who ......

... is tolerated very well, and it appears that the treatment depth is ideal for improving aging skin".The Chairman of the Board for Sofwave, Dr. Shimon Eckhouse says, "Our patented, low-divergence fractional ultrasound technology is a ......

Skin needs to be thin to respond, so best for thin skin on the neck; patients with small faces; superficial wrinkles and superficial to moderate acne scars.Results can be subtle and it doesn't work on everyone.Things You should know:3-5 ...Results7.6Comfort Level4.2Overall Satisfaction6.4Editorial ReviewPros:Treatment improves oily skin, pores, texture, fine lines and skin tightening.Only 1-2 days redness post treatment.Excellent results particularly for acne scarring, good ...Editorial ReviewPros:Treatment improves oily skin, pores, texture, fine lines and skin tightening.Only 1-2 days redness post treatment.Excellent results particularly for acne scarring, good technology for deep delivery of topicals. ......

A good time to start is often in the late twenties to early thirties.  4. Resurfacing procedures to lift away sun damage and produce new collagen:We now have procedures that take away sun damage (think stubborn brown spots and ...MD Every day we are asked if there is an age that is too early to start preventing the skin from aging or to start on the journey for skin rejuvenation. We have been thinking about this question for years and in fact were the first to ...SkinCare Physicians experts about the best treatment for you. 6. Skin tightening procedures: Last but not least of the prejuvenation steps is the use of non-surgical radiofrequency (RF) skin or ultrasound skin ......

As one of the hottest new treatments in the aesthetic field, microneedling with RF is often used to treat acne scars and for skin tightening around the jawline. We asked Dr. Munavalli if it can help with looseness and that crepey ...RF is often used to treat acne scars and for skin tightening around the jawline. We asked Dr. Munavalli if it can help with looseness and that crepey texture on the neck we often see pop up in ...RF is often used to treat acne scars and for skin tightening around the jawline. We asked Dr. Munavalli if it can help with looseness and that crepey texture on the neck we often see pop up in our ......

... office procedure wherein an instrument with tiny protruding needles is carefully rolled over the surface of the skin to produce very small, superficial punctures. As frightening as this may initially sound, it is a virtually painless process with a ...This machine delivers pulsed laser energy through the first two layers of the skin. While this treatment is effective, it can be painful, causing bruising, swelling and redness that can last for over a week. What's more, ......

One of the newest innovations in non-surgical face and neck lifts is a tool called Scarlet SRF. We’ll be exploring what this device does and how it can help you achieve a non-surgical lift!How it worksThe SRF acronym stands for ...... are looking for non-surgical options that rejuvenate and restore the integrity of the skin, instead of just drastically fixing it through surgical means. One of the newest innovations in non-surgical face and neck lifts is a tool ...The RF energy then targets the dermal fibers and gets to work tightening. The treatment time takes about 20 minutes for the face and 10 minutes for the neck, and there is absolutely no downtime. What it ......

Microneedling with radiofrequency (RF), combines two technologies that can help with acne scars, pore size, and tightening of the skin.  Dr. Paul Friedman, a board-certified dermatologist from Houston, says, "We're finding new appl...RF), combines two technologies that can help with acne scars, pore size, and tightening of the skin.  Dr. Paul Friedman, a board-certified dermatologist from Houston, says, "We're finding new applications, such as treatments ......

Breast augmentation. In 2017 over 300,000 breast augmentations were performed, a 3% increase over 2016Tummy tuck. In 2017 nearly 130,000 tummy tucks were performed, a 2% increase over 2016Liposuction. In 2017 over ...... and men seek to make subtle but noticeable improvements in the appearance of fine lines, wrinkles, skin tone, skin imperfections, and skin laxity by opting for non-surgical procedures instead of going under the knife. The same is true for body ...Laser hair removal: Dermabrasion, CoolSculpting, SculpSure, and Kybella, Non-surgical skin tightening with laser treatmentWhile the ASPS board-certified plastic surgeons continue to successfully perform these favored procedures for their ......

Austin, Texas. (Mel B is now 44 years old.) “I know for a fact that she's had some skin tightening procedures in the form of radio- frequency and she's openly admitted that which I really appreciate. It's very annoying when ...Texas. (Mel B is now 44 years old.) “I know for a fact that she's had some skin tightening procedures in the form of radio- frequency and she's openly admitted that which I really appreciate. It's very annoying when ......

This treatment takes just 25 minutes to perform, requires no anesthetic and no downtime, making it ideal for people who are busy and who want discreet results. Many patients even have these ...Often times, there are lingering areas of stubborn fat or unsightly loose skin that lacks tone. Whatever your goals are, today there are a myriad of options ranging from completely non-invasive to traditional surgery that ...... that harnesses the power of the thermal energy field in order to remove fat and facilitate skin tightening. A small electric instrument inserted under the skin creates a high thermal energy field, allowing for both coagulation of fat and skin ......

Recently, the use of radiofrequency, or RF, has been combined with microneedling, which is termed RF microneedling. Both of these techniques are thought to act synergistically to produce ...... natural healing processes in order to decrease fine lines and wrinkles, smooth out and firm skin texture, reduce minor scars and stretch marks, and even out skin tones and discoloration. Using this technique to naturally increase the ...This has led to profound results, especially for the treatment of scars, stretch marks, and skin tightening.The actual RF microneedling procedure is well-tolerated by most patients. A topical anesthetic, or numbing cream, is applied to the skin ......

... foundational layer typically addressed in cosmetic surgery without cutting or disrupting the surface of the skin. Typical Clinical Applications:Lift skin on the neck, chin and eyebrow. Also to improve the appearance of lines and wrinkles ...Individual patient results may vary however modest results can be achieved in many patients.Some skin laxity reduction especially in the lower face and neck area.Good treatment of horizontal neck lines that are hard to address with other ...Can be used in conjunction with volumizing agents and other tightening proceduresMost Common Use Cases:Patients who don't yet need a facelift are best for this treatment.For non-obese Patients under 65 ......

A well-known laser resurfacing technology, the fractional laser Fraxel, can induce microscopic zones of collagen remodeling new collagen formation allowing the microscopic ...... laser treatments, and chemical peels, also dramatically improve the texture and resilience of skin with less downtime and may have been opted for as attractive alternatives or adjuncts to surgery.The reduced facility of expression noted in ...Kim is wearing, it is no wonder that the visible tightening of Khloe's dewy fade had the internet instantly abuzz with speculations of plastic surgery.While her new look may have been achieved ......

There were 180,000 non-surgical fat reduction treatments were performed in 2017, up almost 220% since 2012, according the latest statistics from the American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery (ASAPS).None of ...Bruce E. Katz, MD, Clinical Professor Icahn School of Medicine at Mt Sinai, Director, Juva Skin & Laser Center in New York City. "Until now we could only remove fat or tighten skin. With EMsculpt we can now address muscle for the ...... helping to lift buttocks, and in the future may shape and sculpt other areas where muscles need tightening along with fat reduction such as the thighs.Cutera truSculpt iDYou've heard about Coolsculpting that freezes fat cells. Then there was ......

RF or microneedling with radiofrequency heat. Those are some nice ways to improve laxity." Banishing CrepinessFor wrinkly, saggy skin, ...And segmental fullness, or double chin."Treating Loose SkinDr. Ortiz explains, "The hardest [of these concerns] to treat is probably skin laxity. We have ways that we can non-invasively improve ...How Do I Know Which Type of Tightening is Best for Me?"There are so many ways to tighten the skin, and they all really do the same thing," says Dr. Ortiz. ......

It is most commonly used to treat acne, psoriasis, wrinkles, melasma, and performs with pretty impressive results. Dr. Tanghetti says that one of the most exciting effects of consistently using a topical retinoid is what ...A derivative that has the power to improve collagen deficiency and repair and protect skin cells from UV exposure, leading to younger, healthier-looking skin. It is most commonly used to treat acne, psoriasis, wrinkles, melasma, and ...Using a retinoid around the eyes will renew elastic tissue and collagen, tightening skin and improving fine lines and wrinkles.It improves photodamage and pigmentation issues. "If you give me 12 months," says Dr. ......

... non-surgical procedure that uses a handheld device to precisely freeze and destroy fat below the surface of the skin. The treatment is not intended for significant weight loss, but for treating stubborn areas of fat resistant to diet and exercise. ...Procedure can be done in about an hour.Much easier than liposuction. Skin tightening is seen with this treatment as well.Easy for staff and patients, zero recovery.Cons:Need enough chin fat to be able to have suction ...Procedure can be done in about an hour.Much easier than liposuction. Skin tightening is seen with this treatment as well.Easy for staff and patients, zero recovery.Cons:Need enough chin fat to be able to have suction ......

... of scar tissue around the implant as the body's response to a foreign object, resulting in a tightening and hardening of the implant.  Not everyone who undergoes breast augmentation will develop encapsulation, and those that do can ......

... but natural-looking results when it comes to anti-aging, tightening up, and improving small imperfections.BotoxIf you are looking to quickly turn back the hands of time and reap long-term results, facial injectables are a quick and noninvasive ...... have many options for having noticeable, but natural-looking results when it comes to anti-aging, tightening up, and improving small imperfections.BotoxIf you are looking to quickly turn back the hands of time and reap long-term results, facial ......

By sloughing off dull, dead surface layers of skin, the procedure stimulates lymph flow and blood flow, increasing nutrients to the skin cells.  The cosmetic benefits of ...Greek root word studies from yesteryear may help out:  micro (Greek- very small) derm (Greek- skin) abrasion (Latin- scraping or rubbing of a spot or area (abrade)).  In essence, microdermabrasion is the scraping of the skin using tiny ......

... with glycolic, salicylic, and lactic acids are gentle enough to remove dull skin cells on the surface of skin while preserving and promoting good bacteria growth. Mildly acidic peels are a great way to get that smooth, glowing skin you are after ...By Chelsea Campbell Skincare can often feel like a science, and with new technology and new research constantly being updated, it is not unusual to feel behind the curve. Below, we have rounded up the newest skincare secrets so that you can get ......

Skin health has become a quintessential symbol of beauty. Part of this might have to do with the reality that so many problems and conditions plague our skin, and if we can find a way to combat it all ? that truly is impressive.One problem that women......

By Brent Martin, MDThe skin is a powerful organ that has the ability to protect your body from the outside environment all while having the ability to repair itself when damaged. Damage results from cumulative exposure to light or chemicals along wit...By Brent Martin, MDThe skin is a powerful organ that has the ability to protect your body from the outside environment all while having the ability to repair itself when damaged. Damage results from cumulative exposure to light or chemicals along wit......

Uneven skin tone, broken capillaries, sagginess, and dryness are all things that betray our age, and like wrinkles, they aren’t always easy to ......

By: Larisa M. LehmerSkin - the organ that makes interacting with others and our surroundings possible. As our first defense against the sun, cold, wind, rain, and all life's bumps and bruises, it is no wonder that we recognize many of the signs o......

If you would like to learn more about skin cancer or how to perform a self-skin exam, check out ...By Dr. Elizabeth TanziMay is Skin Cancer Awareness Month, and May 7th is designated by the American Academy of Dermatology as Melanoma Monday. It is a day that we as dermatologists are focused on raising awareness of malignant melanoma, the deadliest......

As technology improves and the standard for clear skin becomes more and more airbrushed, the clientele at the dermatologist?s office gets younger and younger. If you're young and constantly getting compliments on how clear your skin looks, first ......

People frequently take their skin for granted. It's a powerful organ that has amazing abilities to protect and rejuvenate. But between age, sun and the wear and tear of everyday life, our skin naturally loses some of its youthfulness. If you find...People frequently take their skin for granted. It's a powerful organ that has amazing abilities to protect and rejuvenate. But between age, sun and the wear and tear of everyday life, our skin naturally loses some of its youthfulness. If you find......

... are a few of the nicknames that we have given one of women's most common and oft-hated imperfections: cellulite. It is reported that up to 90 percent of women have cellulite, which is why it is frustrating that it is treated as something ...By Chelsea Campbell Cottage cheese thighs. Orange peel skin. Skin dimples. These are a few of the nicknames that we have given one of women's most common and oft-hated imperfections: cellulite. It is reported that up to 90 percent of women h......

Youth has long been associated with bright, even, glowing skin, but as we age, skin cells turn over much more slowly, resulting in a duller complexion that ages us unnecessarily. Matte skin has had its day ......

RF Microneedling  Traditional microneedling is an-in office procedure wherein an instrument with tiny protruding needles is carefully ...Non-Invasive Wrinkle Reduction TreatmentsWrinkles are creases and lines in the skin that occur as natural signs of aging. While sun exposure and lifestyle have a great impact on the occurrence of wrinkles, the loss of collagen and elastin, the fibrou......

Dr. Woolery-Lloyd (based in Miami) tells us, The ingredient in soap that does this is called a surfactant. Surfactants are chemicals that attract both oil and water, she points out. When combined with water, surfactants are able to bind oil and ...... at the end of a long day, but unfortunately, that comforting habit can be less than ideal for your skin. Yes, it turns out that even a simple task like showering has a right way and a wrong way to be done - but fear not! With a few simple tweaks to ......

There is also superficial scarring in the form of hypo- and hyperpigmentation, which is redness or dark spots caused by exposure to sunlight or by picking at acne. ...... by bacteria that have destroyed tissue and collagen, leading to a collapsed appearance of the skin. There is also superficial scarring in the form of hypo- and hyperpigmentation, which is redness or dark spots caused by exposure to ......

... the fact is that sun exposure causes photoaging that is cumulative, hiding neatly under the surface until, bam!, one day we who spent too many hours coated in Bain de Soleil or cocoa butter suddenly see the fruits of our unfortunate sunbathing ...By Eileen Spatz“Your skin is gonna look like shoe leather by the time you are 30,” admonished my mother back in the day when I would lavishly apply baby oil to my skin and bask for hours in the sun. Mom was on to something, that’s f......

Microdermabrasion. This is a non-chemical facial resurfacing procedure that uses microcrystals to exfoliate the outer layer of the skin and vacuuming up the dead skin cells. The body then triggers new ...Even back then, I was aware of the messaging that youthfulness is something to be preserved.Skincare Products that Don't Live Up to their ClaimWomen, in particular, are slaves to beauty products. As we pass through the decades, on the ......

Good for anti-aging.Quick and easy treatments are safe, and effective for all skin types.Offers quicker results than prescription medications (topical and oral).High level of patient satisfaction.Cons:Requires multiple ......

As a result, smokers tend to have an uneven skin tone, sagging skin and wrinkles, and early signs of aging around the mouth called "smokers lips". In addition, studies show that ......

Laser Hair RemovalLaser hair removal is the most effective and popular method. Treatment can be performed in-office by a specialist or using an at-home laser kit. In both cases, experts are cautious about the results.All-natural human functions ...... lack of sunlight exposure during wintertime, this season is the safer for procedures that make the skin sensitive to the sun.Laser Hair RemovalLaser hair removal is the most effective and popular method. Treatment can be performed in-office by a ......

... other factors of cellulite such as collagen strength and its ability to keep the cells below the surface, where they should be," she says. Generally, six to eight treatments are needed to get cellulite under control. "Viora Reaction has ...... approaching, which means that getting rid of cellulite, the dimpled and lumpy cottage cheese skin that appears on our butts, thighs and abdomens, is a priority.Fully 90-percent of women and 10-percent of men will develop cellulite, and ......

I mean, come on, after a certain age it is a tough sell to claim that one's perfectly smooth face was just a gift of genetics. The ultra wealthy do have a major advantage over regular folk with regards to holding back the ...We sit in awe, jaws agape in wonder, analyzing their skin, hair, and bodies pondering what all that aesthetic maintenance must add up to each year. I mean, come on, after a certain age it is a tough ......

This is very important because dermatologists are experts in the skin. We know the structure of the skin and we know how it responds to different treatments.” What Should You Expect?“You should ......

... of patients, even in young adulthood, already are manifesting early signs of aging in the skin surface.  Even in the young adult, we prefer to simultaneously treat each of the major age-related findings (sun damage, volume loss and laxity) ...By Dr. Steven R. Cohen, MD, at FACES+ Plastic Surgery, Skin and Laser Center, San Diego, CA; Clinical Professor of Plastic Surgery, University of California, San DiegoPrejuvenation is a new trend in anti-aging but not necessarily a new concept. ......

American Society of Plastic Surgeons found that 1.7 million cosmetic surgical procedures were performed in 2016 alone, which was a 4% increase from the year prior. With such a rise in popularity, it is even more important now that patients are ...Smoking has long been known to have detrimental effects to a person’s skin. Outside of the above-mentioned complications, smoking has also been associated with premature skin aging, acne, skin cancers, and several other ......

Botox, fillers, chemical peels, and laser skin resurfacing. In an era when social media has people constantly sharing photos of themselves, a hyper-awareness of one?s appearance is almost inevitable. ...Botox, fillers, chemical peels, and laser skin resurfacing. In an era when social media has people constantly sharing photos of themselves, a hyper-awareness of one?s appearance is almost ......

... an eye-opening study that seemed to point to some pretty amazing effects of this chemical on human skin. Three different antioxidants, including methylene blue, were tested on a group of healthy middle-aged study participants. Out of the pack of ......

Versatile, treats mostly any hair type. Excellent laser hair removal device for skin types 1-4 (lighter skin types). Second wavelength is safe and effective for dark skin types 5-6Laser hair removal is uncomfortable (since heat ......

Botox, fillers, chemical peels, and laser skin resurfacing. In an era when social media has people constantly sharing photos of themselves, a hyper-awareness of one?s appearance is almost inevitable. ...Botox, fillers, chemical peels, and laser skin resurfacing. In an era when social media has people constantly sharing photos of themselves, a hyper-awareness of one?s appearance is almost ......

The Thermage radio-frequency (RF) waves heat the underlying layers of the skin, which tighten and reduce the appearance of sagging.VelaShape III is a non-invasive body shaping ...Often, there are lingering areas of stubborn fat or unsightly loose skin that lacks tone. A recent surge of cosmetic procedures have hit the market that promise to diminish fat cells, resulting in a more toned, ......

By Wendy Lewis / BeautyInTheBag.comSummer skin and body acne go hand in hand. Though I'm lucky enough not to suffer from chest, back or butt blemishes myself, too often I'm asked what can be done about this condition, making it painfully clea......

By Carolynn GrimesOver time we all begin to see the signs of aging written all over our skin, primarily on the face, neck and chest area. The aging process and spending too much time in the sun or just living an active lifestyle eventually shows itse......

Retinoids are particularly good for treating both acne and being a powerful anti-aging ingredient. If you feel that your acne is very severe, painful, or detrimental to your self-esteem, see a dermatologist who can ...... has also been considered as a possible factor, as more females begin the pill at a younger age and skin does not naturally experience fluctuations in oil production until discontinuation in adulthood. Once you stop taking the pill, your body has to ......

Under Eye Bags? Correct them Non-Surgically!By Chelsea CampbellSome of the most frustrating imperfections for people to deal with are often the most difficult to treat in a non-surgical way. We’re talking double chins, under-eye bags, the ...... pinpoint problem areas and deliver radiofrequency energy deep within the epidermis to transform skin from the inside out.How it works:A skilled physician inserts a very small micro-insulated needle device. It targets areas of concern to deliver ......

By Chelsea CampbellAcne is undoubtedly the bane of teenage existence. Even the most clear-skinned of us have likely experienced the fury of an angry red pimple, usually at the worst possible time; right before a date, the day important photos will be......

By Eileen SpatzLiposuction is still the most commonly performed cosmetic procedure in the U.S., with 240,000 people opting to reshape their bodies with the technique in 2017, according to the ASPS. Just as with smartphones and ride-hailing options, l...For decades now, the breaking up and suctioning of fat from under the skin has helped countless individuals improve their appearance and self-esteem. About a decade ago, along came laser liposuction, under the brand ......

... is an advanced medical device that uses 650-microsecond laser energy to target a multitude of skin concerns. This focused energy stimulates collagen production to address skin tone, pore texture, pigmentation, elasticity, and inflammation. ......

Jordan V. Wang, MD, MBEMelasma is a common skin condition that causes dark patches to appear, typically on the face. Although these patches cause no direct symptoms, people may feel distressed from their appearance alone. Knowing how to manage this c......

A tummy tuck is ideal for those who are bothered by excess skin in the stomach area, either due to carrying children or because of significant weight loss. Because the skin does not always bounce back, loose, ......

We all have questions about our skin. Wouldn't it be nice to have those questions answered by an expert? Watch below as Dr. Elizabeth Roche answers a popular question that plagues many of us battling large pores. #1) Clean your face, every n......

With the clock ticking, the time is perfect right now for some quick and easy cosmetic tweaks. Consider the following minimally invasive procedures that require little if any ...FacialsCustomized facials can result in skin exuding the perfect holiday glow, although the results are not as lasting as fillers and Botox. Some of the possible facial treatments include ......

The treatment is performed by placing an applicator under the chin and it gradually freezes the targeted fat. Patients may need several treatments to achieve their ...Harpreet Lotay, a board-certified dermatologist. Lotay describes how the fat pockets under our skin start to descend and cause the 'jowling' look. "As we age we tend to lose volume in the lateral aspect of the face. As that ......

Fraxel. A Fraxel laser claims to improve skin tone and texture, reduce brown spots, reduce fine lines and wrinkles around the eyes, and it can improve the appearance of acne scars. "The ......

Cellulaze). Yet other clinicians will treat patients with radio frequency (RF) devices which employ bulk heating to temporarily improve the appearance of Cellulite. Different brand names include Velas Shape, Venus Freeze and ...Because we're outside more and the weather is warmer everyone typically shows a little more skin during the summer months, which can be somewhat embarrassing if you are a naturally hairy person. Laser hair removal is a long-term solution for ......

Jeffery Dover M.D."Simply the best KTP Laser anywhere. Dependable, powerful, versatile. No consumables, which is a major plus in comparison to pulsed dye lasers"- Anonymous Physician ReviewerAdditional Information ...Also works for sun induced lentigines (brown spots) and skin toning, as well as certain leg veins in conjunction with sclerotherapy.Works well, easy to use, effective, many potential clinical ......

These tight bands pull down the skin, creating the puckering seen on the surface of the skin. Similar to a rubber band under tension, once released, the treated skin bounces back to smooth itself out. The minimally invasive, ...Things You should know:Deep cellulite dimples are the best indications.Thigh dimples will recur if skin is loose.Bruising can last up to 2 weeks.Most Common Use Cases:Best for patients who exercise regularly and have stubborn genetic cellulite ......

... glands on the face secrete oil, or sebum, that when increased can block pores or openings in the skin. These blocked pores can trap bacteria inside, which can then start to multiply. Significant stretching of this small pocket can cause ......

Dr. Leyda Bowes, a board-certified dermatologist in Miami, Florida  believes "healthy skin is beautiful skin." A graduate of the University of Miami and Harvard Medical School, Dr. Bowes is well known for her expertise in fillers ......

Dr. Dover makes a compelling case for prejuvenation. Coined by his colleague at SkinCare Physicians, Dr. Ken Arndt, prejuvenation is the practice of preventing signs of aging before it has the chance to wreak havoc on your skin. ......

... a fat specific wavelength laser increases the temperature of the fat cells while keeping surface skin cool. The heat destroys the fat cells, after which they are naturally metabolized and eliminated by the body. The SculpSure device, a ...CoolSculpting is an FDA-cleared procedure that uses an applicator that vacuums the skin over both the submental (double chin) and the submandibular (under the jawline) areas, then cools the fat cells and breaks them down. Over time ......

This procedure is performed with a numbing cream or local anesthetic, and patients may feel mild to moderate discomfort. The amount of time the procedure takes is ...... that is most effective depends on many factors of the tattoo, including the ink colors, patient skin tone, and the size and location of the tattoo.PicoSure PicoSure is a type of laser that delivers very short pulses and wavelengths of ......

Patients come in asking for prevention, even though they don't need it yet. They think that they should get a treatment like Botox, even though they don't have ......

This technique used micro-pulses of light to remove or fade tattoos without harming the skin. Currently, picosecond lasers are showing  even better and faster results. In most cases, tattoo removal requires a series of laser ......

Some women have loose skin around their belly buttons after removing a navel piercing or losing a significant amount of weight and are aiming to tighten up the skin for a ......

We'll analyze the skin at different levels so we can get a sense of how their skin compares to other people their age with their skin type," states ......

By ZALEA Editorial TeamLosing weight and attaining the perfect body is not always easy. Even after the most valiant attempts at diet and exercise, more extreme measures may be necessary. Up until recently, these procedures have involved surgery; howe...... patented technology in which a selective wavelength laser precisely targets fat cells under the skin. An applicator is attached to the patient, which safely cools the top layer of skin as it passes controlled and regulated laser energy through ......

And rejuvenatingthe face and skin to look healthier, brighter, and without spots and wrinkles is at the top of thelist!But how would you like to STOP the aging process BEFORE it ......

There are plenty of options available depending on your type of skin and your scar. Kelly says, using multiple devices, and combining devices with other therapies, are among the strategies that can improve pain ......

He goes on to say, “It may be that if you rejuvenate the skin with fractional resurfacing, it may inhibit the evolution of precancerous lesions or even skin cancers. So if you get there early, then you don't have to worry about ...Dr. Ken Arndt from SkinCare Physicians in Chestnut Hill, Massachusetts, explains that he often has younger patients ask him whether it is too soon to start an ......

This procedure is performed under general or local anesthesia. Recovery time is approximately 2-4 weeks and the average cost of a liposuction is $1,500- $3,000.Laser ...The fat is then suctioned out from underneath the skin with a thin tube called a cannula.  This procedure is performed under general or local anesthesia. Recovery time is approximately 2-4 weeks ......

... absolutely no downtime, and you can get treated for dermatological conditions such as dry skin, loose skin, and sensitive skin. On the other hand, a laser-based treatment works very well for those with moisture issues. There is a little ......

This procedure is performed under general or local anaesthesia. Recovery time is approximately 2-4 weeks and the average cost of liposuction is $1,500- ...The fat is then suctioned out from underneath the skin with a thin tube called a cannula.  This procedure is performed under general or local anaesthesia. Recovery time is approximately 2-4 ......

Botox for reducing the appearance of fine linesLasers for skin resurfacing and reducing age spots and other sun damageChemical peels for a deeper skin resurfacingMicrodermabrasion for renewing overall skin tone and ...Botox for reducing the appearance of fine linesLasers for skin resurfacing and reducing age spots and other sun damageChemical peels for a deeper skin resurfacingMicrodermabrasion for renewing overall skin ......

... of treatment, the clinician will reassess, take images, mark out the treatment areas, clean the skin, apply a protective sheet to prevent the skin from freezing, after which the cooling device will be placed on the target area. Suction device ......

Fillers afterwardHypertrophic scars need intra-lesional Kenalog and 5-FU and possibly V-Beam ...Acne and Psoriasis, Chemical Peels for Acne Scars, Skin Rejuvenation and Pigmentation. He is an author in chapters on Chemical Peels in 5 medical textbooks and has lectured nationally and ......

... no wonder that many people feel discouraged when they believe they fall short of the supposed perfection surrounding them.  For those with body dysmorphic disorder, however, this dissatisfaction with one's appearance is much more ...We may look in the mirror and pinch the skin around our waist, be self-conscious about being in photos, or dread the harsh light of the dressing room, and we wouldn?t be alone in those ......

MDPhiladelphia, PA"We have cancelled all elective procedures, this includes not high-risk skin cancer surgeries and all cosmetic procedures. We have our office (department) open for emergencies for patients to be seen so that they do not ......

... all the extra “work” that might go into the celebrities achieving that absolute perfection displayed on the red carpet. I mean, really—nary a crows foot in sight! Lip-lines, forget about it. Love handles: masterfully hidden, ...Microdermabrasion uses a diamond tipped appliance to gently exfoliate and resurface the skin, requiring 6-10 sessions for best results, two weeks apart.  Microdermabrasion can even out skin-tone, reduce the appearance of fine ......

By Carolynn Grimes If you’re one of the millions of people affected by a skin condition called rosacea, laser treatments may be the answer you’ve been looking for. Rosacea is an inflammatory skin condition that affects about 1 in eve......

An IPL is wonderful for that,” explains Saluja. You can also put volume back into the hands with dermal fillers. As we age, the veins and tendons start ...It’s no wonder, all these areas have thinner skin and are subject to sun exposure on a regular basis. But Dr. Raminder Saluja, a specialist in aesthetic dermatology tells us, there a treatment ......

Are you an "L" or an "I"?"When we're young, we've got that wonderful L-shape, and as we get older, it almost becomes like an I-shape.  When you redefine the jawline, what you'll see is it picks up a ...... to one of yourself in your 40's or 50's, you're likely to see a difference in your skin and the way it's positioned. Facial aging first shows itself as a few wrinkles around the eyes, deeper nasolabial folds, and probably a ......

Most Common Use Cases:Moderate submental fullness in patients with decent skin tone. Moderate lipomas (off label) in patients who don't want scars or surgery.For the ideal patient with stubborn chin fat who do not want ......

They can also be used to correct depressed scars or asymmetry of the face. Skin naturally loses fullness and volume as it ages, so fillers aim to restore a youthful appearance.Lip EnhancementLip enhancement, also known as ......

Surgery (ASDS), nearly 69,000 laser, light, and energy-based tattoo removal procedures were performed by ASDS dermatologists in 2016 alone. Interestingly, various reports have shown rates of tattoo regret to be between 16% and 25%. And ...In using this product, practitioners first clean the skin and then numb the area by injecting lidocaine medication. Patients may experience mild discomfort with the injections before the area begins to ......

FillerIf you're starting to notice some jowling along your jawline and chin, you may be a perfect candidate for filler in those areas. By adding filler to the cheekbones, jaw, and chin, you can recreate balance and replace what time has ...DeCoste. You may be a candidate if:You have a weak jawlineA double chinSagging neck skinOr loose skin around the ......

V. Wang, MD, MBE, and Nazanin Saedi, MD Over the years, we have witnessed a rise in counterfeit skincare products and devices available to improve the appearance of consumers. Dermatologists have since cautioned against buying skin ...MBE, and Nazanin Saedi, MD Over the years, we have witnessed a rise in counterfeit skincare products and devices available to improve the appearance of consumers. Dermatologists have since cautioned against buying skin products from ......

Botox and fillers) and technology-based solutions (laser skin resurfacing, and related techniques), and medical-grade skin ...Botox and fillers) and technology-based solutions (laser skin resurfacing, and related techniques), and medical-grade skin ......

Staring back at them are images of saggy breasts on the left transformed to a perky perfect set on the right.  Or it might be images of wrinkled up, jowly old skin on the left and glowing, rosy perfection on the right.  ...Or it might be images of wrinkled up, jowly old skin on the left and glowing, rosy perfection on the right.  Whatever the procedure, flattering “after” pictures will sell it in ......

Pop Goes the Implant?You may wonder what, pray tell, can possibly go awry with your wonderful, squishy new breast implants?  Both saline and silicone implants have a silicone outer shell.  This shell is not impervious to blunt ...Rippling.  Over time breast the shell of the implants can ripple and show through the skin, especially saline-filled implants in thin women.Natural aging and body changes.  Weight gain or loss, skin losing elasticity, and hormone ......

They can also be used to correct depressed scars or asymmetry of the face. Skin naturally loses fullness and volume as it ages, so fillers aim to restore a youthful appearance.Lip EnhancementLip enhancement, also known as ......

In fact, most breast surgeons would admit they seldom encounter perfectly symmetrical natural breasts. Breast asymmetry is rarely the result of a disease or genetic deformity, and having uneven breasts causes no ...Breast Reduction to Correct AsymmetryBreast reduction surgery involves excising breast tissue and skin to make the breasts smaller. This can be performed on the larger of the two breasts to correct asymmetry.Breast Lift to Correct ......

After about three to four treatments performed one to two weeks apart, Ortiz says the acne usually clears right up. "You may need a touchup treatment here and there, but usually the ...... percent of the adult population age 20-40 are diagnosed with low grade, persistent acne and oily skin. And if you're a teen, the statistics are even more depressing. A whopping 85 percent of teens get acne.  A Non-Invasive ......

Things You Should Know:Not ideal option for patients with excessive skin laxity (loose skin).Coolsculpting is not a method of weight loss, this is a sculpting procedure to reduce localized areas of fat.Chance of ......

And it turns out, the winter months are the perfect time to look into one of these laser treatments.Prejuvenation recently sat down with Dr. Mara Weinstein, a board-certified dermatologist in ...She completed a prestigious Laser, Cosmetic and Dermatologic Surgery fellowship at SkinCare Physicians in Boston, with clinical faculty from the Harvard and Yale Departments of Dermatology.What is your favorite anti-aging procedure ......

ReviewPros:Safe and effective. Faster clearance of tattoo ink than older devices.Can also help with skin tone and texture.Results are very predictable with low risk of complications from a certified provider.Cons:Tattoo treatments can be painful and ......

... essence of who you are, your personal story, than to permanently emblazon myriad images on your skin?Millennials jump-started the tattoo trend in a big way, almost as a rite of passage, about a decade ago. Young people might have ......

Treatment has geometric flexibility for individual shapes, sizes and degrees of skin laxityThe procedure is quick and easy to customize to different body typesNo suction required and can be used on all skin typesBrief, tolerable, ......

... popular procedures included laser hair removal, nose reshaping or rhinoplasty, laser skin resurfacing, botulinum toxin products, and breast augmentation. The latter group also added soft tissue fillers and microdermabrasion to the list.  ...... age group, popular procedures included laser hair removal, nose reshaping or rhinoplasty, laser skin resurfacing, botulinum toxin products, and breast augmentation. The latter group also added soft tissue fillers and microdermabrasion to the ......

... going to go to dinner than they do in terms of who's going to be using these very powerful laser devices on the face," says Dr. Matt Avram, a board-certified dermatologist. Avram is a world-renowned expert in Laser and ...... of experience, who has been doing these procedures for years, and someone who has expertise in the skin. "The gold standard in terms of treatments with these devices is a board-certified dermatologist," says ......

Bass and Sean Doherty evaluated the SculpSure procedure for fat reduction of the abdomen. Performing a single treatment session on 35 patients, they showed a significant reduction in thickness of the fat layer at 6 weeks and an even greater ...An applicator is attached to you, which safely cools the top layer of skin as it passes controlled and regulated laser energy through the dermis to directly target the fat. This heat energy shocks the fat cells as they ......

Denver, Colorado says it's all about choosing the right tool for the job.Laser Resurfacing for Severe Lip LinesIf the lines are significantly etched, and they’re deep and numerous, Cohen says it's important to pick the ...op these muscles from ever coming to a point where they're pulling an etching on the underlying ......

The ASPS states 82,000 breast augmentations were performed on this age group, representing nearly a third of all such procedures in 2016, and an increase of 3% over 2015. The celebrity culture ...... complications can arise from the result of vascular embolism and colonies of biofilm, including skin necrosis or even blindness.Millennials may be placing themselves in the hands of someone who is indeed board certified, but they may be board ......

... is often a good option for procedures such as tattoo removal or having something removed from your skin. #3 Nerve block - Facial nerve blocks give patients significant regional anesthesia. Physicians may use a nerve block when injecting the ......

Dr. Elizabeth Tanzi, Board Certified Dermatologist and Director of Capital Laser and Skin Care in Chevy Chase, Maryland. "It is great that they understand social media is not necessarily reliable."What Once Was ......

In fact, according to Dr. Robert Weiss and Dr. Margaret Weiss, owners of Maryland Dermatology Laser Skin & Vein Institute, the Emsella technology provides a viable option to having surgery to treat USI.So how exactly does the treatment work? The ......

CoolMini treatments are effective in men and women of all skin colors and types, and a variety of ages.The CoolMini device is the newest application using the trusted CoolSculpting® by ZELTIQ patented ......

Dr. Naz Saedi recently sat with the ZALEA team to discuss the growing Trend of millennials and prejuvenation treatments that are intended to slow down the signs of aging, including fillers for wrinkles and various options to keep skin youthful and vital. 

I think she's a very beautiful woman. She looks very natural and I think she's a wonderful addition to our country. She's always very natural looking, and impeccably dressed,” says Pozner. Whether or not she's had ...Trump saying she hasn’t done anything.  “I live a healthy life, I take care of my skin and my body. I’m against Botox, I’m against injections; I think it’s damaging your face, damaging your nerves. It’s all ......

Applications:Non-invasive body contouring and circumferential reduction.Best Patient Candidates:All skin and body types including BMI >30. Other Patients Considerations:Patient hydration. See results in as little as 2 weeks. Vanquish ME ......

In a perfect world we would all be judged by our character, intelligence, and virtues, but in the real world our looks are often what truly opens those ...Sure, employers are prohibited from asking a prospective employee their age, but in this day and age a simple Google search reveals the age of the applicant as soon as he or she exits ......

... milieu and provide a way to elicit a response from others (i.e. get attention), which makes perfect sense. What better way to get a rise out of your parents than by getting inked the second you're no longer under house rules?But, sadly for ...Most of the procedures were extremely unpleasant, involving deep skin scrubbings and things like green corn juice, and didn't work all that well anyway. So, what's the latest in tattoo removal? ......

... eyelid surgery (blepharoplasty) the surgeon can aesthetically modify the eyelid by removing excess skin and fat, giving the eyes a more alert appearance.  This is a surgical procedure that involves a recovery time of about 7-10 days.Breast ......

Surgery meeting, there were high hopes that this could replace the traditional ablative resurfacing lasers and provide equivalent outcomes.It is now clear that this class of lasers does not give patients with significant signs of photoaging ...YAG lasers.Which Laser is For Me?When patients present with advanced wrinkling and skin laxity associated with aging and chronic sun damage, we now understand that they are best treated with the more traditional devices as above, or ......

The gentle laser technology works by heating up the fat cells while simultaneously keeping the surface skin cool.  The targeted fat cells are permanently destroyed and subsequently eliminated by the body naturally over the next several ...... gentle laser technology works by heating up the fat cells while simultaneously keeping the surface skin cool.  The targeted fat cells are permanently destroyed and subsequently eliminated by the body naturally over the next several weeks. ......

Zeichner, a leader in cosmetic dermatology in New York City and specialist Dr. Kavita Mariwalla, a skin cancer specialist, shared these ten questions to consider before moving forward with lip fillers.1. What does my doctor think?It seems simple, ......

The damaged cells enlarge and create a painless but noticeable hard mass under the skin, and the treatment area is left actually looking larger than before, which is the opposite effect that the patient was aiming ......

This procedure?s popularity jumped up by 45%, with Brazil leading the way with most labiaplasties performed, followed by the United States.Why Labiaplasty? Labiaplasty is mainly performed on women who experience discomfort related to the length ...The two most popular methods are the trim procedure, in which excess skin is trimmed and sewn, and the wedge procedure, where a wedge-shaped piece of tissue is removed and a natural border is left. Often, excess folds ......

Don’t go big right out of the gates. Dr. Kimberly Jerdan, a board certified dermatologist, talks about some great initial steps to take when it comes to more youthful, happier skin.

Additional studies were performed.Additional StudiesIn two studies of 10 and 14 acne-prone men, there was an association of acne with chocolate, with a dose-dependent increase ...... contained 1,200 calories, half of which was vegetable fat, with no change in oil secretion in the skin [1]. Still, skepticism of these findings persisted [2]. One small subsequent study of subjects given 6 servings of 39-gram chocolate bars ......

Zachary, a board-certified dermatologist who heads up one of the world's premier laser and skin surgery facilities in Irvine, California sat down with his colleague, a board-certified dermatologist from Vancouver, Canada. Dr. Jean ......