Unfortunately, not even the best anti-aging lifestyle regimens can prevent aging. In Wrinkle Treatment with Laser Skin Rejuvenation and Nonsurgical Facelift Options: Part 1, we discussed how aging and environmental damage negatively affect the skin with wrinkles, sagging skin, loss of facial volume and definition loss along the jowls. Although a healthy lifestyle can prolong…
If you are currently suffering from the appearance of melasma on your face or body, there are numerous treatments to improve your uneven complexion and hyperpigmentation. The most popular and effective cosmetic treatments are topical solutions with hydroquinone and laser procedures such as Lutronic Spectra, Fraxel re:fine and Fraxel DUAL melasma treatment. Dr. Umar at…
With less daylight hours and less time spent outside during this season, wintertime is ideal for a Fraxel laser skin treatment at the FineTouch Dermatology. Skin after any type of laser resurfacing is extra sensitive since it is in the wound healing process to improve appearance and/or correct a cosmetic or medical issue. Winter is…
Ultraviolet (UV) light is a main contributor to the signs of aging, such as wrinkles, uneven skin tone and sagging skin. Rays from the sun and tanning beds radiate this invisible radiation. The texture of your skin eventually changes if you are exposed to excessive UV light. While prevention and healthy skin care regimens are…
Whether it’s dry skin or uneven skin tone you need to address, your medicine cabinet and fridge most likely have effective, simple products for beauty and skincare fixes. Rather than stock your home full of every beauty and skincare product, look no further then some common household items. Not only do they work double-duty and…
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approved Fraxel DUAL for melasma treatment in June 2013. While dermatologist previously treated melasma with the Fraxel laser, the new approval further proves the efficacy in the treatment of this skin pigmentation issue. Melasma is a type of hyperpigmentation of the skin that appears as brown splotches on…
The first article “Tips for Youthful Eyes” in our Anti-Aging Regimen series discussed the importance of quality sleep, keeping the eye area moisturized and the benefits of Thermage treatments. Since eye skin is so delicate, thin and in constant motion from facial expression, it must be well maintained and often requires cosmetic procedures. Eye skin…
Laser skin rejuvenation treatments have improved significantly, giving you more options to address acne scars, uneven skin tone and age spots. Solta Medical, Inc.’s Fraxel DUAL 1550/1927 laser system alleviates skin issues due to its ability to stimulate your body’s ability to produce collagen. The laser light energy turns to heat on your skin’s surface.…
Fraxel is a brand of fractional lasers used to treat an array of skin conditions. After just one treatment, skin becomes softer and smoother. Additionally, Fraxel laser treatments repair aging skin and sun damage, eradicate fine lines and wrinkles, and improve uneven complexions. An important factor is that they target only problems areas and leave surrounding…
How a Los Angeles Dermatologist for Sun Damage Improves Skin
A sun protection skin care regimen prevents and reduces the amount and appearance of sun damage and age spots. Additionally being mindful with preventative measures, in addition to a customized skin care regimen, decreases your chances for developing skin cancer. A Los Angels dermatologist for sun damage and age spots can help you improve skin…
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