These pulsed dye lasers have always been great lasers – especially the now classic and still great VBeam. These are used primarily for problems with red and dilated blood...
In my opinion, below is the optimum order. If you are using Triluma, it replaces the evening step 3 because it has tretinoin in it already. If you are using...
It’s quite rare to see true melasma in men because it’s mostly a estrogen level driven process but I would never say never. J Here are some things to think...
Great questions since there are many myths about melasma! Also, it’s one of the most frustrating skin problems for patients and doctors because there is no true cure ….yet! There’s...
Really there are two issues here; the planned pregnancy in the near future and the evidence for and against hydroquinone use. Let’s start with the pregnancy. Generally common sense dictates...
YES!! And beware the latest trend of the website saying the doctor is “board certified” but conveniently not mentioning board certified in WHAT?? It doesn’t do you any good...
You’re sooooooo welcome! I’m glad the skincare products are helpful. You’re right, of course, your melasma may get a little worse with another pregnancy, but with attention and care for...
This is a very tough question, because the truth is that there is no true cure for melasma, just good control. And, even that is hard to achieve sometimes. I...
Please, please, please go see your doctor or gynecologist right away. In some women these symptoms can be related to more serious gynecology problems like polycystic ovary disease or endometriosis. ...
I’m going to steer you to the blog content also on this one. The combination of the 4% hydroquinone, plus tretinoin, plus a mild steroid has been proven to be...
One of the best investments in your skin is your daily skincare. Why? Because you can prevent many problems with blotchy skin color, lack of glow, texture, some types of acne, and fine lines with good skincare products. You can also correct some of these problems with effective skincare products. Great skincare is often more expensive because quality ingredients are expensive. Some companies spend on research/development which benefits all of us and adds to the cost. Are they worth it? In general - yes! I have handpicked some of what I consider to be the best skin care products, and offer them for sale on SkinTour's shop. This is based on my team and I's testing and research at our clinic. Many of the products are in my own regimen. What could be better than using skin care products a dermatologist uses?!