Read on to learn more about your options.
Certain treatment options are milder than an overall facelift and can also be used to treat specific areas.
What Kind of Healthcare Provider Should You Contact?
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Contact adermatologistto find out if youre a candidate for skin rejuvenation.
They can help educate you and give the best advice based on your medical history.
Once the treatment is done, the skin will have a smoother complexion.
Chemical peels are known to tighten, tone, and brighten the complexion.
They also reduce or remove discoloration, age spots, or blotchiness.
In a punch in called radiofrequency microneedling, radiofrequency energy is released through the insulated needles into the skin.
Sometimes, substances are applied to the skin.
These can include hyaluronic acid or ascorbic acid.
This is applied before or after treatment so there is deep penetration into the skin.
IPL uses a broad spectrum of light wavelengths that briefly pulse the skin.
It also stimulates collagen production for the improvement of the overall skin tone.
No skin is removed during this treatment.
Dermal Fillers
Dermal fillersare known to help restore volume and fullness in the face.
They can also help get rid of facial lines.
In skincare, it can provide smoothing of facial wrinkles.
Most cosmetic Botox treatments last around three months.
At-Home Treatments
There are options for at-home treatments.
These are great economical treatments that can keep skin rejuvenated and address minor flaws.
Before using an at-home treatment, ask a healthcare professional to double-check it is the right option.
Read all the directions and risks.
Your practitioner can help you find the best treatment and plan that will work for you.
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