We put ourselves through a lot. The daily stresses of life can sometimes make it seem like we have no free time to take a moment to do a little pampering and self-care. But you know what? You deserve it. And so does your skin.
Why not put your best face forward — literally? Here are just a few ways to treat yourself to all the wonderful benefits of laser skin rejuvenation.
Let’s Smooth It Out
Fine lines and wrinkles are probably the first signs of aging that we tend to notice. Sun and environmental damage are just a few causative factors to blame for the loss of collagen fibers due to exposure. When the fibers break down, our skin loses its elasticity, and we are left with loose and sagging skin.
One way to combat a saggy appearance and smooth those lines and wrinkles is with laser skin tightening. By using infrared light, this treatment aims to kick-start the collagen under the skin’s surface with heat to reveal softer, smoother skin. Like other laser resurfacing treatments, laser skin tightening will also give a more even look to your skin.
Rejuvenate the Look and Feel of Your Skin
The health of the skin on your face is just as important as the health of your body, so give it a little extra TLC.
Wrinkles aren’t the only skin concern that could possibly be helped by laser skin treatments. Age spots, rosacea, sun damaged skin, photoaging and texture issues may all be addressed.
For these issues, intense pulsed light (IPL) photorejuvenation may be an option. This treatment uses a series of gentle pulses of intense light over the targeted area to penetrate the skin without causing damage to the outer layer. The heat impairs the pigmentation in the skin, allowing the body to start healing itself naturally.
A major benefit of IPL photorejuvenation is that there is little to no downtime, which is important for how busy we all are these days. You should be able to go right back to your daily routine when your treatment is done.
Go a Little Deeper with a Laser Resurfacing Treatment
If you’re looking for more advanced results from laser skin rejuvenation, you may want to consider a laser resurfacing treatment with the ClearLiftTM non-ablative fractional laser. A treatment like this can address concerns such as skin laxity, fine line and wrinkles, deep skin folds around the nose and mouth, sun and age spots, scars as well as dull skin tone or texture.
The term non-ablative just means that the procedure is not as invasive as other treatments, though that doesn’t mean that it isn’t as effective. With this treatment, the ClearLift laser penetrates deep into the skin’s layers to create a controlled dermal wound that can stimulate the production of collagen and start your body’s natural healing process.
A laser skin rejuvenation treatment with a slightly more invasive and highly effective ablative fractional laser may also be an option for you. A Pixel PerfectTM skin resurfacing treatment can help address sun damage and minimize visible signs of aging, revealing smooth, radiant skin underneath.
This technique works by making microscopic perforations or micro-injuries deep within the layers of the skin. The minimal damage to the skin triggers collagen production and may lead to a tighter, smoother appearance.
It’s Time to Get Glowing
If you’ve never looked into scheduling an appointment to focus on the health of your skin, there’s no better time than now. Consulting with a board-certified dermatologist will let you know what type of skin you have and can, therefore, help you determine what your specific needs are. With so many benefits of laser skin rejuvenation, you will be doing yourself — and your beautiful face — a big favor.
Lynn M. Klein, M.D. is a renowned board-certified dermatologist, laser surgeon, and cosmetic dermatologist. She has been helping patients to maintain their healthiest skin for over 20 years. Dr. Klein uses minimally invasive procedures to achieve maximum skin care results and long term benefits, which are the hallmarks of her successful Bala Cynwyd dermatology practice.
