Products for the eye area?
Try the SkinCeuticals Eye Balm – just the plain one. Here is a list of some of my other favorite eye creams. Or, for something really basic, Cetaphil or CeraVe Cream...
Thermage in Summer
With some laser treatments, you really need to avoid a lot of sun or light exposure after the treatment. That’s why here in Seattle, we tend to do fewer IPL/photorejuvenation,...
Is CO2 laser safe for wrinkles on the eyelids?
Okay – so 3 thoughts on this question. The answer is yes with these restrictions: 1) The fractional CO2 is safer than the traditional CO2 on the eyelids so make...
Is eyelid Thermage okay with permanent eye liner?
Each case is unique, but usually Thermage, which is a sound wave (radiofrequency), should not affect permanent eyeliner. Be sure to tell your physician about your permanent eyeliner during your eyelid Thermage consultation....
Is there a good cream for crepiness and puffiness on the lids?
Just remember that allergies to all sorts of things like grasses, moulds, trees, etc can sometimes cause eyelid puffiness. Please see an allergist if you are not sure. Also, eyelid...
Is there anything that can help with dark circles under the eyes?
Dark circles are difficult because they can be caused by different things ….. and sometimes have multiple causes. Since treatments are different depending on the cause, it can get tricky. ...
Is Artefill a good filler for the under eye area?
I’m thinking you might mean Artefill even though you wrote Arteform?? If I’m mistaken, please write again. Artefill is a terrible idea in general and especially under the eyes. It...
Any help for oily skin and under eye bags??
Hi VJ – Have you talked to your dermatologist about trying spironolactone (decreases testosterone slightly in women but still keeps it in the normal range)? It will decrease your oil...
How to treat growths under the eyes?
To know how to treat something like this, first you really need a diagnosis. There are about 10 things that can cause growths under the eyes. You doctor may know...
Fillers around the eyes – are they safe?
I really have to say yes and no. The eye area is not FDA approved for any filler to my knowledge although it’s often done as an "off-label" use. This is a tricky area and my concern...
