Skincare products: When are you using too many and what order?
Ok… this just came up yesterday when we were seeing patients in clinic. Our patient was confused by all the skincare products she had in her drawer. Which ones were...
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Healing after Fraxel or other lighter lasers
Again… you all ask the best questions! First, your clinic should have given you both expectations and written instructions for your skincare for the first 2-4 weeks after your laser...
Pigment problems: Getting your skin back after chemotherapy
...hormone changes can contribute to melasma and pigment problems. Please discuss this with your doctor. Circulation. Increase your exercise level gently and gradually. Skincare product ideas for you: First, you...
Helping with the psychological effects of skin problems and picking
...these skin problems. I often talk to my patients about picking behavior. And really… almost ALL of us pick something at certain times. Some of us pick a spot on...
Bad reaction to Botox and fillers
...now. But if not, please see a board certified ENT (ear, nose and throat) physician. Before you schedule, make sure she/he is familiar with filler problems. Describe what you experienced...
Reducing discomfort/pain with dermatologic aesthetic procedures
...you as a patient. UBER/LYFT DOES NOT QUALIFY. Most of the time, these are not needed! There have been many problems over the years with these. Some people try to...
Safe facial hair removal for all skin types
...to cause pigment problems. These systems may require more treatments. Minimal discomfort with existing systems. Electrolysis. A tiny needle is inserted into the hair follicle which injures the hair bulb....
How to budget AND fine tune your skincare products!
I love your question. Millions of women/men can’t afford to spend $200-300 on skincare every month for the really great stuff. I hear you. Although I gotta say… I sometimes...
Do Botox/Dysport help for migraines?
...make sure that these really ARE migraines! TMJ and related jaw problems can cause headaches that may be similar, but not a migraine. Substantial research has been done on common...
Can you be allergic to Botox or Dysport?
Ok – I’m a little concerned here because the legitimate Botox and Dysport don’t have Thimerosal in them. See the attached photos of the labels’ nonactive ingredients below. Now I’m...
