Aesthetics Practice Today : Patient Information

Finding Providers Online

Kimberly Cray — Tue, 21 May 2013 19:31:00 GMT

Question for you: How do you find your medical provider? The most obvious of answers to this question is our dear friend, Google. What was life like before this search engine giant? I don't remember. I mean, seriously, who doesn't google twenty things...(read more)

Healthy Tan? No Such Thing

Kimberly Cray — Tue, 09 Apr 2013 20:46:00 GMT

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)

VISIA Skin Analysis

Mina Grasso — Tue, 19 Mar 2013 21:10:00 GMT

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)

Treating Acne Aftermath

Kimberly Cray — Tue, 12 Mar 2013 19:44:00 GMT

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)

My Best Beauty Tips

Mina Grasso — Tue, 05 Mar 2013 20:55:00 GMT

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)

Hyperpigmentation and Fresh, Glowing Skin

Kimberly Cray — Tue, 12 Feb 2013 18:12:00 GMT

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)

Scar Treatment 101

Kimberly Cray — Tue, 29 Jan 2013 19:56:00 GMT

The best care for scars starts immediately. Knowing the proper care and treatment for potential scarring is important to know before the damage is done. Among my favorite initial scar treatments is the topical use of Biocorneum. This silicone based gel...(read more)

Combination Topical Skin Care for Acne

Mina Grasso — Tue, 22 Jan 2013 19:43:00 GMT

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)

Remembering Compassion in Aesthetics

Kimberly Cray — Tue, 20 Nov 2012 17:46:00 GMT

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)

Medical Skin Needling in Aesthetics

Kimberly Cray — Tue, 17 Jul 2012 15:38:00 GMT

As providers we know the deeper we dive into the dermis, the greater the risk of potential side effects, sometimes including permanent adverse changes to the skin. I am a fan of options. There is no cookie-cutter treatment protocol we can follow with...(read more)

Great (or Not So Great) Expectations

Kimberly Cray — Fri, 29 Jun 2012 18:18:00 GMT

I often wonder if all providers really find it important to let patients know what to expect. I always ask at the time of consultation, and certainly before I begin a procedure, whether the patient has any questions. Yes, to remove a mole or skin tag...(read more)

Sunscreen Safety Update

Mina Grasso — Tue, 26 Jun 2012 11:28:00 GMT

Over the years we have learned that excessive sun exposure causes an acceleration of skin aging and significantly increases the risk of skin cancer. Sunscreens were originally developed to protect from sunburns caused by ultraviolet rays. Skin cancer...(read more)

Skip the Facial, Buy Quality Products

Kimberly Cray — Tue, 20 Mar 2012 11:58:00 GMT

To facial or not to facial? That is the question. Patients often ask me "How often should I get facials?" Some are eager to go in for weekly or monthly facials despite the fact that they are not seeing any improvement in their skin. What is it about the...(read more)

Tips for Bright Eyes

Kimberly Cray — Tue, 06 Mar 2012 13:54:00 GMT

Think bright eyes. Big bright eyes. The kind that get attention, gain our trust and get the job done. Now we are all aware that we lose collagen as we age, and the delicate tissue around the eyes is no exception. As the skin thins, blood beneath the skin...(read more)

Retinoic Acid Strategies

Cindy Cobb — Tue, 14 Feb 2012 12:44:00 GMT

Your patient asks about possibly using Retin A. Now what? Lucky for us, retinoids have progressed so much over the past 40 years that we now have different avenues to help the patient realize benefits without all the harsh side effects of earlier years...(read more)