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With Memorial Day just around the corner, we are dedicating this blog post to the 5 must-have products that should be in your beach bag. We asked the experts (our beloved doctors and estheticians) here at Skintology on what products are essential when you’re basking in the sun this weekend. Read below to see what they said: Sunscreen: Our #1 essential probably doesn’t come as a shock to most, since everyone knows how much … Continue reading
Chemical peels are a great alternative to laser procedures for people looking to reverse the signs of aging and correct impurities such as fine lines and wrinkles. In fact, some prefer chemical peels over laser procedures because of they are more cost effective and require less downtime than ablative laser procedures. The best anti-aging peels are glycolic peels and TCA peels (tricholoracetic acid). Glycolic acid is a powerful exfoliant that works primarily underneath the skin. … Continue reading
Almost everyone suffers from acne at some point in his or her lives. For some, dealing with problematic skin such as acne has become part of their daily lives. Since there are many causes of acne such as genetics, diet and stress, to name a few, it is very hard to prevent. Chemical peels are a great solution for those looking to control and correct their problematic skin but don’t want to undergo harsh laser … Continue reading
Collagen is an important protein that makes up a large portion of the connective tissue that keeps the skin tight and youthful looking. As you age, your body naturally starts slowing down the production of collagen. The result is noticeable loose, sagging skin on your face and neck. This natural process will eventually occur and all you can do is slow it down or correct it. This is why many people resort to a facelift … Continue reading
IPL, or Intense Pulse Light, is an amazing technology that treats a variety of skin issues such as dark spots, sunspots, redness, fine lines and wrinkles. This non-ablative treatment shows impressive results in as little as 1 treatment. If you suffer from skin discoloration due to the sun, acne scars or other factors, IPL is definitely something you should consider. IPL technology works by carefully targeting unwanted pigment from the skin such as redness, … Continue reading
The sun is responsible for 80% of all skin-aging concerns. However, in addition to sun exposure, there are also many toxins and pesticides that we are exposed to on a daily basis whether it’s from the air you breathe or the food you eat. Most of these toxins aren’t particularly harmful for your health but they do quickly penetrate your skin and increase the signs of aging. All of these things attribute to wrinkles and … Continue reading
Here at Skintology, we are huge advocates of the Chemical Peel. Chemical peeling has a variety of benefits including deep exfoliation, reducing fine lines and wrinkles, removing scars, erasing sun damage, and much more. However, scientific research has shown that chemical peels also have the potential to reduce the risks of skin cancer. Someone that has exposed their skin to large amounts of sun over the years will generally develop sunspots on their face and … Continue reading
Everyone wants beautiful, youthful looking skin and there are many skin care products and treatments that can help you attain it. However, a vital step to achieving youthful skin is exfoliation. Exfoliation, or the removal of dead skin cells, can drastically improve your skin care regimen as well as help rejuvenate your skin. Exfoliation is appropriate for the face and body and is effective regardless of your skin type. Our skin is constantly producing new … Continue reading
These days, in NYC, laser hair removal can be done almost everywhere; from dermatologist offices to medical spas. There is such a large selection to choose from, how do you know which is your best option? Although laser technology has come a long way, you still want to ensure that you are picking a place that will ensure the safest and most effective treatments. Read below on some tips on how to select the right … Continue reading
Laser hair removal treatments have gone a long way since they first came on the market. With today’s technology laser hair removal treatments are more effective, less painful and quicker than older technologies. However, although the technology has changed, there are still important things to note before undergoing laser hair removal. Preparation: Stop waxing, plucking, tweezing, or bleaching at least 4 weeks prior to your appointment. Shaving should be the only means of hair removal … Continue reading
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