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Is IPL Worth It?
Better-looking skin in just a few hours? It sounds almost too good to be true. Yet that’s what intense pulsed light therapy, or IPL, treatments claim to do. Also known as a photo facial, this outpatient procedure improves the look and feel of skin in just a few office visits. But is IPL worth the time and expense required? The answer depends on your individual goals and health situation. Check out our complete guide on IPL facials.
RF Microneedling vs. Fraxel Laser – How to Choose?
Deciding which treatment approach will work best for your skincare needs can be challenging. Sometimes, reading reviews is helpful. Looking at before-and-after photos and understanding the technology can help decide which treatment to choose, but it can still be hard! You might even get different advice from trusted providers on which strategy will work best. Many therapies have similar indications, and there might not be just one right answer! Let’s dive deep into two skincare interventions that can each be used effectively for anti-aging, scars, loose skin, and hyperpigmentation. Seeing how each treatment works may help you determine the best next move for your skincare needs!
Why Routine Skin Exams Are So Important
Routine skin exams can be alternately a standard part of your medical care or something you avoid at all costs! If you fall into the latter category, buck up and get it done! Regular skin exams are an easy and essential way to stay healthy and look great and can help avoid more significant problems later. It might seem like a no-brainer or something that you can do yourself, but skin exams need to be performed by a board-certified dermatologist. Detecting certain types of skin cancer can be challenging without extensive training. Skin cancer can be tricky to spot even to the trained eye, and suspicious moles may require a biopsy. Besides spotting potentially worrisome lesions, visiting the dermatologist can mean that difficult-to-see areas like the back and scalp get needed attention. A dermatologist can also offer you cosmetic consultations– expert advice on filler, BOTOX, and laser treatments that can keep you looking your best. A dermatologist can also prescribe medications and creams for aesthetic or medical purposes.
Maximizing Your IPL or Laser Results
If you are considering getting a skin rejuvenation treatment such as laser or IPL, there are a few essential things to consider before your appointment. Skin rejuvenation is extremely popular because people get great results and can look their best into their 50s, 60s, and even 70s. Laser therapy can be costly, and although most patients report being happy with the results, it’s worth taking some time to consider how to maximize treatments so that you get the best outcomes possible!
Let’s take a deep dive into all the critical factors that can help you decide what, where, when, and how to get all the desired benefits from your laser or IPL treatments.
The Lowdown on Lip Filler (and 3 Myths Debunked!)
It seems like everywhere you turn these days; people are talking about lip filler – from medspa ads to celebrity recommendations. Injectable lip filler, which adds volume to thinner lips, is a popular aesthetic procedure primarily because of its minimal downtime and relatively low cost while offering stunning results. But what is lip filler? Should you get it? And what can you expect from a lip filler procedure? Not to worry – our handy guide will tell you everything you need to know!
The Benefits & Concerns of Vampire Facials – Microneedling With PRP
A vampire facial, also called microneedling with platelet-rich plasma (PRP), is a cosmetic treatment that has recently received a lot of hype and exploded in popularity. You’ve likely heard about it and may wonder… what exactly is it? And more importantly– does it work? Will it take years off the appearance of my facial skin? And is it safe?
Vampire Facials are used to do the following:
- Improve skin tone
- Reduce fine lines & wrinkles
- Enhance and plump sagging skin
- Reduce acne scars
- Decrease signs of aging
So, what’s all the buzz about? If you’ve wondered if a vampire facial or microneedling with PRP suits you, this is what you need to know.
Understanding How the Sun Can Do Damage Beneath the Visible Skin
UV or ultraviolet damage occurs when our skin gets exposed to sunlight, especially during the most intense hours at midday and in the summer. UV light encompasses a narrow portion of the electromagnetic spectrum between visible light and x-rays, up to about 380nm. This causes skin issues because of damage to cells and the possibility of mutating the skin’s DNA itself. While DNA damage is irreversible, cellular damage to the skin may eventually turn over and can be reversed in some situations.
UV damage can cause wrinkles, hyperpigmentation, lentigo or brown spots, and skin cancer. And this photodamage may take years before the problems are even visible. So, it’s important to see your dermatologist before you see visible sunspots.
Three Proven Compounds to Tackle Dry and Sensitive Skin
You are not alone if you are struggling with dry or sensitive skin. Many, if not most, people will have dry skin at some point in their lives, and it is estimated that more than half of all people will experience abnormally dry skin, otherwise known as xerosis. Because it is such a common problem, you may think it is not worth seeing a dermatologist, but you may be mistaken. Sure, mildly dry skin can be treated with cream or lotion, but there are tricks and products that your dermatologist can recommend that may help heal and replenish the moisture in chronically dry skin. Further, if an underlying condition causes your dry skin, medical therapy may be necessary.
Let’s review a few products beyond essential moisturizers for tackling dry skin.
Does Panoxyl Acne Wash Work (& Three Good Alternatives)
When it comes to acne, products that contain benzoyl peroxide, such as Panoxyl, can work well. So well, in fact, that this treatment is often the very first tool for combating acne. Benzoyl peroxide is a mainstay for treating acne because it is highly effective, so dermatologists will usually reach for it before attempting more in-depth or aggressive approaches.
So, the short answer is a resounding YES – Panoxyl does work. The caveat is that patients must understand this medication has its limitations, too. When benzoyl peroxide cannot clear more stubborn or severe acne, there are alternatives.
Three Hacks for Dull Skin
It’s that time of year again when your skin starts drying out as the summer humidity wanes. You might be reaching for the moisturizer – which is a great, yet basic, option, But before you have to relegate your skincare to an easy but only partially effective fix like an over-the-counter moisturizer, consider these three hacks to get your glow on and keep it going.