One of the unexpected honors I’ve had as a dermatologist is the friendships I’ve built with the aestheticians and med spa professionals who refer patients to us. We love med spas — and even recommend them for certain procedures.
But, when you’re considering going to a med spa vs. dermatologist it’s important to know the difference between them.
What is A Medical Spa?
A medical spa offers treatments, products, and services targeting cosmetic ...
We all have emotions. We make expressions — that’s part of being human. We laugh, cry, frown, smile, raise our eyebrows, and crinkle our noses.
But how do we keep responding to life as any human would, and not end up with smile wrinkles and wrinkles around our eyes?
It may not be possible to avoid wrinkles altogether, but once we understand the types of wrinkles and what affects them, we can set our skin up for success.
Two Different Types of Wri...
You have a million things on your mind as you pack your bags and grab your passport, but skincare is probably the last thing you’re considering.
Travel affects your skin — usually for the worse. You’re stressed, dehydrated, and changing your routines. So how can you keep your skin looking its best? It’s simpler than you may think.
Travel skincare isn’t complicated, it just takes a little prep. Before you zip your suitcase, throw in your skinc...
Embarrassed by your lip lines? You’re not alone.
Fine lines around the mouth are not only a telltale sign of aging, they’re also a sign of bad habits like smoking and tanning. And if you’re left with these unsightly wrinkles around your mouth, you’re probably a bit embarrassed about what caused them.
The best way to prevent more lip lines is obvious: stop those habits. But what about existing damage? Is there any treatment that will get rid...
We get it: most men aren’t thrilled about going to the dermatologist.
But who doesn’t want to look younger and feel better about their skin?
Looking great is just one benefit of seeing your dermatologist regularly. Men, if you haven’t already, it’s time to schedule your annual skin checkup. Here’s what it’ll do for you.
The #1 Benefit? Catch Skin Cancer Early
If for no other reason, you need to visit your dermatologist yearly for a skin can...
The more something costs, the better it is, right?
We often feel like a higher price tag means higher quality, but that’s not always true. Most expensive does NOT equal most effective.
In the cosmetic world, it’s easy to believe the more a product costs, the better it’ll be. But price isn’t what determines how good or effective a product is. The most expensive products aren’t always best for your skin. And even if it is a wonderful product, ...
Many people assume if they want great skin they just have to go to the dermatologist.
But in reality, that’s only the first step.
A visit to your dermatologist alone won’t clear up your skin problems. Great skin comes when you listen to their advice AND use the best products for your skin.
Yes, a visit to the dermatologist is the best place to start to fix our skin issues, but real change comes when you pair their services with effective, trustwort...
Ever noticed how celebrities seems to have such perfect skin?
It’s easy to be jealous, but in truth it’s mostly an airbrushed Photoshop job. Guys get five o’clock shadows and hair in their nose. Girls end up with blemishes and rogue hairs too. And we all have a sun spot somewhere.
People are not as perfect as they appear.
Celebrities Have Skin Problems Too
Remember, celebrities are people — and they have skin problems like everyone else. A lot ...
Spider veins can creep up on anyone. For some, these veins are a hereditary problem where your valves aren’t working effectively. But for the rest of us, spider veins aren’t dangerous — they’re just unsightly.
While you can’t entirely prevent spider veins on your face and legs – they don’t occur without a genetic predisposition – you can take steps to decrease their appearance.
What Causes Spider Veins on the Face?
Sun Damage
Sp...
Using a filler to slim down your face — it sounds like an oxymoron. But in your quest for younger-looking skin, adding volume to your jawline may be your secret weapon.
We all lose volume in our faces as we age. As we lose fat in our faces, folds show up on our noses and more pronounced jowls appear. Why? Because everything slides forward.
Here’s a test: Put your hands on the sides your face and push your skin back toward your ears. Is that t...