Skin Tone

Regardless of where you live, your heritage has shaped a great deal of what your skin will do. For example, many people with Asian heritage may come to find that they tend to experience very common skin problems. Here are a few common skin complaints Asian patients report, designed to you better understand how to take care of your skin. Oily Continue reading

These days, the word “antioxidant” is heard fairly often. However, another word that should have your attention is “oxidation.” If you have ever seen an apple core turn brown, you have seen the results of oxidation. Now, imagine how oxidation is affecting your skin. The air you breathe is metabolized, creating free radicals. “Those free radicals damage cells and molecules, Continue reading

What is an Alpha Hydroxy Acid (AHA)? Alpha Hydroxy Acids (AHAs) are a class of compounds which can either be synthetic or naturally occurring. Due to their abundance, safety and effects on the skin, they are commonly used in a variety of skin care products and treatments. What are the Different AHAs? AHA refers to a family of compounds derived Continue reading

All skin is different. Each person ages differently and at a different rate. There are different factors that determine how skin behaves over time. “Sun exposure, environmental pollutants, genetics and habits, even things like a healthy diet and exercise can have an impact on skin,” says Dr. Miriam Hanson, board certified dermatologist and cosmetic expert at Sanova Dermatology. Common Changes Continue reading

It seems that every time you open one of those glossy fashion and beauty magazines, somebody is preaching about the miraculous anti-aging benefits of their “revolutionary” topical treatment, whether it’s a moisturizer, a serum, or a so-called beauty balm. Maybe it’s time to start looking in a different direction. Make an appointment with one of our dermatologists and ask if Continue reading

Rejuvenate literally means “to make young again”. While eighteen again might be a stretch, a number of treatments can restore your skin to a more youthful state. One of these techniques, microneedling for skin rejuvenation, has gained popularity in recent years. “You probably have seen articles about it in beauty magazines and online,” says Dr. Kellie Reed, board certified Dermatologist at Sanova Continue reading

What is it? “SkinCeuticals Advanced Corrective Peel is a facial peel from SkinCeuticals which is designed for the treatment of various skin conditions,” explains Emily Johnston, certified dermatology physician assistant at Sanova Dermatology. It is a chemical, professional grade peel which works in the lowest layer of the skin to reduce the appearance of fine lines and discoloration while also evening Continue reading

If you have problems with acne, you’re not alone. Millions of people around the country are struggling to manage their skin where oil glands and ducts become blocked up with oil and dead skin cells.  But for some people, soap and scrubbing, or topical creams just aren’t enough. Several chemical peels offer acne treatment options that can offer great results Continue reading

Skin treatments can help clear acne, but when blemishes go away their effects can still be visible. Craters and scars sometimes mark the spots where pimples appeared on the skin. “There are a number of ways to reduce the visibility of these scars with simple procedures that promotes the growth of new cells in scarred skin,” says Dr. Miriam Hanson, Continue reading

ELOS Sublative is a skin treatment designed to yield maximum results with minimal invasion or discomfort. The treatment has been shown to be safe and effective on all skin types for the reduction of fine lines, wrinkles, stretch marks, acne scars, and other skin irregularities with nearly no downtime and minimal side effects when compared to other, similar procedures. Risks “While thoroughpre-op Continue reading