Ingrown hairs are extremely common. However, that doesn’t make them any less of a nuisance. Thankfully, laser hair removal can help to prevent ingrown hairs on treated surfaces. Here is what you should know. What Are Ingrown Hairs? Ingrown hairs occur when the hair curls back and embeds itself under the skin. This allows for a buildup …
Pockmarks are a name that is used in reference to the scarring that a person can experience due to pimples and pustules. These scars can be pitted and difficult to conceal. Thankfully, there are options available for individuals interested in removing them or reducing their appearance. In many cases, laser scar treatment can provide much-needed relief. Fractional …
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Moles are common brown spots located on the skin. Even though moles are commonly associated with skin cancer, it is important to know that having moles does not mean that you do have cancer. Instead, many people are born with moles or have them develop over time. Most moles are harmless and benign. However, that does …
To ensure you have a complete early detection strategy in place, it is important to see a dermatologist at least once a year for a complete skin exam. If you are at higher risk of developing skin cancer, you may want to reach out to Skin & Beauty Center more often for a professional, full-body skin …
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Spider veins can make you feel incredibly self-conscious about your legs. To help tackle this problem and create smooth legs that you do not mind showing off, it is possible for you to get treatment. The providers at Skin & Beauty Center offer sclerotherapy to help dissolve the appearance of unwanted spider veins in no time. What …
Laser treatment for scars is increasingly becoming a sought-after solution for those hoping to improve their skin’s appearance. With a non-invasive approach that causes minimal discomfort, this technique uses focused light technology to reduce or even eliminate visible scars on your skin. But what types of scars can lasers treat? It depends on the patient, …
Psoriasis and eczema are two common skin conditions often mistaken for one other because of their similar symptoms and appearance. For example, about 3% of the U.S. population (about 7.5 million people) have psoriasis, medical publication AJMC reported, while a whopping 31.6 million U.S. residents have a form of eczema, according to WebMD. However, despite their prevalence and …
Skin cancer, especially melanoma, can be an incredibly scary and nerve-wracking diagnosis. However, with early detection and proper care, the survival rate of those whose melanoma was detected before spreading to lymph nodes is a relieving 99%. Skin cancer treatments can vary depending on the individual and the progression of the cancer; however, there are …
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Whether you’re swimming, surfing, boating, or partaking in other fun activities in and around the water, it’s important not to forget to protect your skin. The water’s surface can act as a mirror, magnifying the effects of harmful UV rays up to 10 percent. Diving beneath the waves doesn’t offer much relief either: UV rays …
They say the eyes are the windows to the soul. Drooping eyelids, excessive wrinkling, and other unflattering eyelid issue can make you look older and distract from your eyes’ natural beauty. That’s why many people undergo eyelid surgery to rejuvenate their eyelids. Eyelid surgery, also known as blepharoplasty, surgically alters the shape of the eyelid …
