One of the most common skin solutions that people seek is a good acne treatment. When we see ourselves in the mirror, feelings are automatically evoked. These emotions are actually more telling than we realize. According to Steven Feldman, who is a dermatology professor at the Wake Forest University School of Medicine says, “The skin…
Acne treatment products are often endorsed by celebrities. But are their results and experiences relevant for your needs? Katy Perry’s Acne Results with Proactive Although Katy Perry is always seen with clear, flawless looking skin, she has battled with acne and now promotes Proactiv. Her story is obviously very compelling to young fans who are…
Acne vulgaris is one of the biggest cosmetic concerns with regard to dermatology. Acne largely affects teenagers and young adults, but can be seen in people of all ages. Regardless of the age of the sufferer, acne can be an aggressive and embarrassing skin condition to live with. Pimples, pustules, and papules riddle the skin…
After receiving a successful course of acne treatment at DermHair Clinic using the Spectra laser and medications, it was time to address the next step; this patient had been left with severe acne scars. Dr. Umar approached her scarring with the Fraxel Dual laser, due to its effectiveness and safety for use on African Americans…
For a young woman or a young man, acne can wreak utter, irrevocable havoc on those delicate and crucial years of development, personal growth, and self-discovery. Especially in the beautiful cities of the world, like Los Angeles, acne treatment cannot be undervalued. I grew up in Los Angeles and struggled with severe acne from the age…
This patient was interested in clearing her existing acne as well as the acne scars on the face. She felt very self conscious about her skin and therefore relied everyday on foundation to conceal the redness and irregularities in her skin texture. Dr. U’s Laser Treatment Strategy For Patient’s Acne and Scars Dr. U decided…
Acne Keloidalis Nuchae (AKN), also known as ‘Acne Keloidalis’ or ‘Folliculitis Keloidalis’, is common among black men aged 13 to 25. Often confused with razor bumps, keloids or ingrown hairs, it is none of those things. It is generally an inherited condition. This disease almost exclusively develops on the back of the head, presenting as…
In his practice, Dr. U offers Photodynamic light therapy as one option to treat acne. This is a blue light laser that is effective for treating even the most stubborn and severe acne. How Photodynamic Light Therapy Can Help Clear Acne Acne results from the obstruction and inflammation of the sebaceous glands, and it affects 80% of…
It is no surprise that acne continues to be an endless problem for people of all ages, in particular teenagers and those in their adulthood. Sometimes, topical creams and ointments such as Proactive do not always work for their acne and maybe even some dermal fillers are not aggressive enough for certain individuals. For that reason, a new acne treatment, using a laser, is becoming more popular and…
Finding the Best Dermatologist: 4 Questions to Qualify
Skin ailments of all kinds plague people of varying ages and backgrounds. It is not enough to have the first dermatologist you come across assess your problem and treat you. Or even to arbitrarily pick one who’s a part of your PPO. There are a few things you should seriously consider before entrusting your skin…
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