Blog with Dr. IrwinIn what order should I apply my products?Posted in Skin Care Products, Skin Care, RenovaRetinoids, 2010 on Aug 20, 2010 | Permalink I am currently using Skincueticals C+AHA and Suncscreen in morning and at night using Tazorac 1% cream. I would like to use TNS essential cream, since you spoke so highly of it. When would I use it during the day?
In your situation, it would be fine to put the TNS Recovery Complex under your Tazorac at night. Just use a gentle cleanser, put the TNS on, wait a few minutes and then apply the... more
I don't like my Juvederm. Can I get rid of it?Posted in JuvedermRestylane, Fillers, 2010 on Aug 20, 2010 | Permalink I do not like the look of the nasolabial lines after the juvederm application because they are hard and changed my smile. How can I get rid of it?
Yes, you can! Please call your doctor. There is an enzyme (hyaluronidase) that can be injected into the Juvederm (or Restylane) to dissolve it pretty much instantly. It works on all the... more
I've had 4 Botox appointments with the same doctor and the problem still isn't solved?Posted in Finding a Good Doctor, Botox Mistakes, Botox, 2010 on Aug 17, 2010 | Permalink Hi Dr. I- I had Botox on the bunny lines and under the eyes. I have been back four times for the follow up because my left side hasn't really changed at all. One side/right side is great-smooth and wrinkel free after the 2nd treatment. The doctor said I had strong muscles on the left side and thought #4 would do the trick. It's been 7 days since that treatment and it looks the same. Is that normal? I plan to make another appointment but why would one side require so much more than the other side????
Since I don't know what you looked like before and I don't know exactly what was done, I can't really comment. But as a general rule, it doesn't make sense to me that one side is... more
Why am I irritated with Refissa/tretinoin and what can I do?Posted in Skin Care Products, Skin Care, RenovaRetinoids, 2010 on Aug 17, 2010 | Permalink Hi Dr. I,
Thanks so much for taking time out of your busy day to answer all of our questions. I am a 44y/o vietnamese female and have been using Refissa for the past 4 months. I try to use it twice a week, a pea size amount, but it causes more and more irritation each time. I tried to cut the strength by using a moisturizer ahead of time, but it does not help at all. Does using Renova 0.02% cream better and does it help with blotchy sun spots?
There are so many Retin A type products out that it's confusing isn't it? All these products have the same active ingredient - tretinoin. Tretinoin is prescription and comes in many forms... more Is the zinc content more important than the SPF in a sunscreen?Posted in Sunscreens, Sunscreen, 2010 on Aug 17, 2010 | Permalink I have melasma and noticed that you recommended a couple of sunscreens with high zinc in them. Is this more important that a high spf? Thanks...Jennifer
Glad you asked to clarify this! The short answer is yes! As long as the sunscreen has at least an SPF 30 and is appropriate for the situation - i.e. water resistent when you're in the... more
Should I use Renova during the summer?Posted in Sun Protection, Sun Damage, RenovaRetinoids, 2010 on Aug 13, 2010 | Permalink dr irwin
should i be using renova during the summer?
If you have an indoor job and really aren't outside much in the summer, it's fine to keep using it. If you are outdoors frequently, I usually recommend stopping or cutting back on use for... more I am 28 female and have had trouble with acne around the area above the lips and chin area. It seems to "flare" up during the menstruation cycle each month. I've tried different products but some I can't use because it dries my skin. Is this something that can be helped if I see a dermatologist?
Yes, yes, and yes!!! A good dermatologist should be able to help you with this. Sometimes, the problem is the hormone spikes that occur in women around the time of our periods. ... more
Hi doctor
I have 2 scars on my lips since 10 years ago. The scars occured after removing warts electrically. One on my upper left side lip and the other on the right side bottom lips and they are all hypertrophic. I had consulted with a plastic surgeon and he said that fraxel laser could help to makr the scars shrink
I am so afraid because the lips are so sensitive .
Does fraxel cauuse any ,more hypopigmentation or hyperpigmentation in my case? and does it work well to blur the scars edges because they are so reaised which get me embarassed
Hmmmm. I'd really like you to get an opinion from a dermtologist too. Do you have a good one in your area? Ideally, one who does the full range of medical, surgical and cosmetic... more Are there other products as good as Latisse but cheaper?Posted in Eyelash Growth, 2010 on Aug 13, 2010 | Permalink Hi Dr. Irwin
I am thinking about using the eyelash product Latisse but I have heard alot of good things about another eyelash product called Rapidlash. It is a lot cheaper and people seem to be getting good results. Before I make my decision I wanted to get your advice.
Thanks
This is kind of long story so I won't go into all the details here. The short version is that there were and still are several companies who are infringing on Allergan's patent by putting... more
I have had bad experiences with several fillers. What can I use around my mouth?Posted in Sculptra, Restylane, Lips, JuvedermRestylane, Jowlsjawline, Fillers, Chin Lines, Cheeks, 2010 on Aug 13, 2010 | Permalink I have marinet lines alond my mouth. It is due to volume loss in my chin. I had a bad experience with restiline,(massive swelling after the procedure that scared me into a visit to the ER) WOuld artfill be a more perminate option? I also had fat put into this area but it only lasted about 3 months. Could a lazer tighten the skin in this area to get rid of it. It is not to bad I am 50.
I wish I could say your situation is unusual but I've heard many similar stories! Let's start at the beginning and think through this. I want you to go back to the mirror because most of... more |
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