As we grow older, our skin changes in a number of ways. “While many of us note changes like volume loss, fine lines, and even discoloration and age spots, the skin around our eyes change in quite distinct ways,” explains Dr. Adam Mamelak, dermatologist and skin surgeon at Sanova Dermatology. Due to a loss in elasticity, eyelid skin can sag Continue reading
The CO2RE system was developed by a company called Syneron Candela that specializes in innovative treatments for a number of dermatology issues. CO2RE was designed to address a number of issues, including scar treatment, wrinkles, pigmentation, and more. What’s So Different About CO2RE CO2? “CO2RE is like the multitasker of scar treatments,” shares Angie Pennington, a licensed medical aesthetician, and Continue reading
What is a skin tag? A skin tag is a small, soft, round growth of skin that stands apart from the rest of your skin. “It’s often not bigger than a few millimeters, but it can grow up to half an inch,” explains Dr. Kellie Reed, board certified dermatologist at Sanova Dermatology. “Once it’s grown, it usually doesn’t change shape Continue reading
Long, lush lashes frame and accentuate the eyes and contribute to a youthful appearance (not to mention sex appeal)! However, many people have thin, sparse lashes and even wearing mascara doesn’t seem to help, in fact it often makes it worse. Fortunately, there are some surprisingly effective solutions on the market that can help you achieve your look without having Continue reading
What is an Upper Blepharoplasty? Blepharoplasty one of the most common cosmetic procedures performed in the United States. The procedure is designed to help correct defects, deformities, or disfigurements of the eyelids. “All of our eyelids tend to sag and droop over time and as we age,” says Dr. Adam Mamelak, dermatologist and skin surgeon at Sanova Dermatology in Austin, Texas. Continue reading
If you want to take action against the wrinkles under your eyes, your dermatologist may recommend micro-needling for skin rejuvenation. “Microneedling can help to refresh your skin, which in turn helps to make fine lines and wrinkles smooth and become less visible,” says Dr. Miriam Hanson, cosmetic dermatologist at Sanova Dermatology in Austin, Texas. By having this procedure, you are able to achieve Continue reading
Furrowed and Fatigued Do friends ask you why you always look angry? Are you looking for a quick and easy way to open up and brighten your eyes? Over time, certain individuals experience a heaviness or look of drowsiness around the brow and eyelids. It may appear as if the brows are heavy and lower on the face. The upper eyelids Continue reading
“Darkness, puffiness, and hollowness under the eyes are a common concern with many of my patients” reports Emily Johnston, certified Physician Assistant at Sanova Dermatology in Austin, Texas. “There can be an number of contributing factors. Genetics, allergies, fatigue, not to mention aging!” According to Emily, there a few techniques that can be done to improve the appearance under the Continue reading
Recently, a new dermal filler was approved by the FDA for the mouth and lips. Restylane Silk, a unique gel formulation of hyaluronic acid, has seen great results in clinical settings. It is similar to other Restylane products in that it is non-animal based, but it also contains the local anesthetic, Lidocaine, to help make the procedure much more comfortable. It Continue reading
New growths on the skin can be alarming and, of course, raise concern for skin cancer. But sometimes a bump is just a bump! Affecting approximately 1% of the population, syringomas are benign growths that can develop on the face and body. They are not a health risk, but can become itchy, irritated or a cosmetic concern for some patients. Continue reading
