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The Importance of Moisturizers
May 14, 2013 12:45 PM by Mina Grasso
Over the years we have introduced various medical skin care products and aesthetic procedures such as laser resurfacing, chemical peels and micro-needling that result in temporary redness, dryness and irritation. At times, instructions for use of moisturizers Read More...
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Healthy Tan? No Such Thing
April 9, 2013 4:46 PM by Kimberly Cray
Working in medicine, specifically dermatology, we know there is no such thing as a "healthy tan." When it comes to educating younger generations, I wish the effects of sun were immediate. I wish when a young girl stepped out of the tanning bed she saw Read More...
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Micro-Needling for Skin Rejuvenation
April 2, 2013 5:17 PM by Mina Grasso
Everyone wants beautiful, healthy skin. Patients seek various skin rejuvenation treatments to reduce pore size, reduce pigmentation, tighten skin and reduce fine lines, wrinkles, and scars. Micro-needling using a device such as Dermapen is a skin rejuvenation Read More...
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VISIA Skin Analysis
March 19, 2013 5:10 PM by Mina Grasso
A skin analysis device can help determine your patient's complexion profile. With so many options for skin rejuvenation, it's difficult for practitioners, let alone patients, to choose what treatment is right for them. Skin analysis should be performed Read More...
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Treating Acne Aftermath
March 12, 2013 3:44 PM by Kimberly Cray
Whether you currently have acne or have suffered from acne in the past, one thing we know for sure is that acne changes our skin. This includes dark spots, red spots and indentations that remain well after acne lesions have cleared. Exactly how this is Read More...
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My Best Beauty Tips
March 5, 2013 3:55 PM by Mina Grasso
Five Common Beauty Problems Acne/Acne Scars - Systemic medication such as Accutane with potential serious side effects may be avoided with the use of topical anti-acne and antibiotics combined with Cooltouch and Spectra Laser treatments that help to reduce Read More...
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The Naked Neurotoxin
February 26, 2013 11:30 AM by Kimberly Cray
Move over Botox and Dysport. There's a new botulinum on the market. Incobotulinumtoxin A, or Xeomin, is the latest serotype A botulinum toxin available. Manufactured by Merz Aesthetics, it has been used in Europe since 2008 with over 84,000 patients treated Read More...
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Hyperpigmentation and Fresh, Glowing Skin
February 12, 2013 1:12 PM by Kimberly Cray
Vivatia is an advanced skin care system offering patients undeniable results. This system is a new take on anti-aging skin care, focusing on safe and effective delivery of key ingredients such as anti-oxidants and hydroquinone. Vivatia consists of 3 steps: Read More...
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Laser Treatment of Acne
February 5, 2013 11:15 AM by Mina Grasso
Earlier this month I discussed using a combination of over-the-counter and prescription topical solutions for treatment of acne . In patients with more severe cases of acne, oral antibiotics and chemical peels may be used in addition to other treatments. Read More...
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Combination Topical Skin Care for Acne
January 22, 2013 2:43 PM by Mina Grasso
Teens and adults suffer from acne due to hormone fluctuations and stress. Some feel diet may play a role. These factors stimulate sebaceous glands that causes the oil production that the P. acne live on. Most patients have tried a variety of over-the-counter Read More...
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Making the Most of Cosmeceuticals in 2013
January 15, 2013 12:28 PM by Kimberly Cray
Tired of buying over the counter products that just don't work? So are patients! One of my passions for what I do is finding just the fix for someone -- something that will work and improve their condition. Pharmacy aisles and mall cosmetic counters are Read More...
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Laser Treatment for Brown Spots
January 9, 2013 11:02 AM by Mina Grasso
Brown spots may include: birthmarks freckles brown patches moles hyperpigmentation (due to inflammation or trauma to the skin from acne) insect bites abrasions The most common cause of brown spots or age spots on the face, chest, arms and hands is sun Read More...
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ABCDs of Melanoma Detection
December 20, 2012 10:57 AM by Mina Grasso
One of the more common requests patients come to our clinic for is treatment of brown spots. As the world of aesthetic laser practices grow, and more people are aware of laser treatments for skin rejuvenation, the demand for brown spot removal increases. Read More...
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Anti-Aging Remedies for the Eyes
November 29, 2012 9:53 AM by Mina Grasso
The skin around the eyes is one of the first places that reveal a person's age. The delicate skin under the eyes that contains less subcutaneous fat becomes thinner with age. The unsightly age-related changes include dark circles, "bags" or swelling and Read More...
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Remembering Compassion in Aesthetics
November 20, 2012 12:46 PM by Kimberly Cray
I recently attended an aesthetics conference in south Florida. There were many great speakers- seasoned cosmetic surgeons and dermatologists, successful CEOs, and highly-acclaimed skin care specialists. Aside from learning about new and improved aesthetic Read More...
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