What cream would help with redness?
Okay ….so two things on this issue. In general, it’s important to see a doctor for rosacea and get a medication prescribed like the Metrocream or gel or one of the others. Why? Because even...
View ArticleTreating facial redness in men without affecting beard hair
Glad you asked this. There are two main strategies for this. Clearly many men would like to reduce their facial redness (“veins” which are really dilated capillaries), and improve the appearance on or...
View ArticleI’m 33, have sun damage and some early wrinkles, but really can’t afford...
I hear you. When you’re young and working…… vacation time is precious and many jobs just are public or social enough that you can’t walk around looking odd. Here are some thoughts: First maximize your...
View ArticleRuddy skin, red skin, rosacea, veiny skin and skin that flushes easily – a...
I love freckles too, so what I’m about to say may cheer you up: If you find a good laser center near you that has an IPL/photorejuvenation system (remember spas often have IPLs that are too weak), you...
View ArticleWhen your problem is a red, flushing face and ears! Causes and treatment options
This can be really annoying! You don’t say how old you are, but when flushing is severe, it can interfere with confidence in work situations and in social situations. Please seek help for this. Often...
View ArticleMost effective lasers for facial veins / broken capillaries
Ok, you made my day with your comment. That’s SO GREAT that you feel confident in your skin! We really DO live in our skin our entire lives, so it’s important! 🙂 Great question on laser options for...
View ArticleHeat and your skin: Can lasers, IPLs, or hot water damage the skin?
Thank you! Skin care on the web is not immune from rumors and fake news (ok since this term is clearly overused…maybe I’ll stop) :). Let’s tackle these questions about heat and your skin separately....
View ArticleHow long should the skin be red after a successful laser treatment?
I am SO glad you asked about this laser treatment. You’re right of course! How does this even make sense? I’ll explain. First, it sounds like you were getting a “photorejuvenation” treatment with an...
View ArticleAre these results possible problems after my Fraxel Restore and IPL?
I’m guessing you’ve been back to talk to your doctor or staff about this, but still are wondering. Thank you for your age, and it also sounds like you live in a sunny climate. You’re saying sun...
View ArticleFor redness, rosacea and dilated capillaries, how many laser treatments?
Ok first things first though! Be sure to look at your nutrition and your triggers while you’re doing this. The toughest patient to get “unred” we’ve ever treated was a women in her 50s, going through...
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