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Tareen Dermatology, Roseville, Minn
Castle Connoly's America's Top Cosmetic Dermatologists
Adjunct Assistant Professor Univ of MN Dept of Dermatology
www.TareenDermatology.com
You may want to get a second opinion from a dermatologist.
I hope that helps
View ThreadTareen Dermatology, Roseville, Minn
Castle Connoly's America's Top Cosmetic Dermatologists
Adjunct Assistant Professor Univ of MN Dept of Dermatology
www.TareenDermatology.com

Tareen Dermatology, Roseville, Minn
Castle Connoly's America's Top Cosmetic Dermatologists
Adjunct Assistant Professor Univ of MN Dept of Dermatology
www.TareenDermatology.com
Tretinoin is the generic name of Retin-A and is great! Start being a religious user and your skin will not only look younger, it will also be healthier.
I think you went to a great derm!View Thread
Tareen Dermatology, Roseville, Minn
Castle Connoly's America's Top Cosmetic Dermatologists
Adjunct Assistant Professor Univ of MN Dept of Dermatology
www.TareenDermatology.com

Tareen Dermatology, Roseville, Minn
Castle Connoly's America's Top Cosmetic Dermatologists
Adjunct Assistant Professor Univ of MN Dept of Dermatology
www.TareenDermatology.com
View ThreadTareen Dermatology, Roseville, Minn
Castle Connoly's America's Top Cosmetic Dermatologists
Adjunct Assistant Professor Univ of MN Dept of Dermatology
www.TareenDermatology.com

Tareen Dermatology, Roseville, Minn
Castle Connoly's America's Top Cosmetic Dermatologists
Adjunct Assistant Professor Univ of MN Dept of Dermatology
www.TareenDermatology.com
Thank you for your excellent tips! Sunscreen and retinoids are the best, most proven tips for anti-aging. Keep up your good work!View Thread
Tareen Dermatology, Roseville, Minn
Castle Connoly's America's Top Cosmetic Dermatologists
Adjunct Assistant Professor Univ of MN Dept of Dermatology
www.TareenDermatology.com

Tareen Dermatology, Roseville, Minn
Castle Connoly's America's Top Cosmetic Dermatologists
Adjunct Assistant Professor Univ of MN Dept of Dermatology
www.TareenDermatology.com
Laser resurfacing is a great adjunct to lipo or other skin tightening procedures. It can not only tighten the small amount of flab left over, but also overall stimulate and rejuvenate the skin.
I highly recommend it!
Find a board certified plastic surgeon or dermatologist doing both and you will be so happy.
I hope that helps
View ThreadTareen Dermatology, Roseville, Minn
Castle Connoly's America's Top Cosmetic Dermatologists
Adjunct Assistant Professor Univ of MN Dept of Dermatology
www.TareenDermatology.com

Tareen Dermatology, Roseville, Minn
Castle Connoly's America's Top Cosmetic Dermatologists
Adjunct Assistant Professor Univ of MN Dept of Dermatology
www.TareenDermatology.com
Tareen Dermatology, Roseville, Minn
Castle Connoly's America's Top Cosmetic Dermatologists
Adjunct Assistant Professor Univ of MN Dept of Dermatology
www.TareenDermatology.com
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Tareen Dermatology, Roseville, Minn
Castle Connoly's America's Top Cosmetic Dermatologists
Adjunct Assistant Professor Univ of MN Dept of Dermatology
www.TareenDermatology.com
Here are a few suggestions to follow, in order to keep your neck and chest looking youthful:
- Sunscreen is key: Protect this delicate area from the UV rays of the sun with regular sunscreen use and sun protective clothing. Many people remember to apply sunscreen to their faces, but neglect to apply it regularly to their neck and chest. The result is collagen breakdown (which leads to sagging skin) and an increase in melanin cells (the pigment forming cells of the skin.)
- Retinoids help to repair: Prescription strength retinoids stimulate the production of healthy collagen and elastin, which improve the quality of the skin and decrease the appearance of fine lines. Skin with healthy collagen and elastin is tauter, smoother, and brighter than sun damaged skin.
- Chemical Peels before the holiday season: For people who want a more dramatic improvement in the appearance of the skin on the neck and chest, chemical peels can deliver stronger concentrations of anti-aging ingredients. As the holiday season approaches, now is the time to consider having a chemical peel. Chemical peels can be used to smooth out fine lines, decrease the appearance of dark spots from the sun, and improve the elasticity of the skin.
- Laser Resurfacing for the most dramatic improvement: In order to get rid of fine lines and wrinkles, as well as even out uneven pigmentation of the skin, fractional resurfacing lasers can be used to stimulate the production of healthy skin cells on the neck and chest. By stimulating healthy collagen, skin laxity and sagging skin are improved.
- Radiofrequency for dramatic tightening: Devices, such as Thermage, which deliver radiofrequency energy to the skin, stimulate significant collagen turnover. The result is tighter skin on the neck and improved contouring along the jawline.
Tareen Dermatology, Roseville, Minn
Castle Connoly's America's Top Cosmetic Dermatologists
Adjunct Assistant Professor Univ of MN Dept of Dermatology
www.TareenDermatology.com

Tareen Dermatology, Roseville, Minn
Castle Connoly's America's Top Cosmetic Dermatologists
Adjunct Assistant Professor Univ of MN Dept of Dermatology
www.TareenDermatology.com
Unfortunately, you are experiencing an uncommon, but troubling side effect of laser hair removal known as "paradoxical hypertrichosis." This happens rarely (it is not known why) in a small subset of people treated with laser hair removal.
There are a few preliminary studies that show treatment with an Alexandrite laser can sometimes reduce this extra hair. The best thing would be to consult w a dermatologist in your area who is a laser specialist. Undoubtedly do not go to a medi-spa as they will not be versed in this uncommon side effect.
I hope that helps and please keep us posted
View ThreadTareen Dermatology, Roseville, Minn
Castle Connoly's America's Top Cosmetic Dermatologists
Adjunct Assistant Professor Univ of MN Dept of Dermatology
www.TareenDermatology.com

Tareen Dermatology, Roseville, Minn
Castle Connoly's America's Top Cosmetic Dermatologists
Adjunct Assistant Professor Univ of MN Dept of Dermatology
www.TareenDermatology.com
DO not despair- the extra stress will only manifest more in your skin.
Now is the time to consult w a baord certified dermatologist to start an effective, preventative anti-aging regimen. Typically, this would entail a topical anti-oxidant (such as vit C) and a retinoid, as well as a broad spectrum sunscreen.
As a woman of color (and also having hypothyroidism), I can relate to your concerns. Prevention is key and you will continue looking young and fabulous

I hope that helps
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Castle Connoly's America's Top Cosmetic Dermatologists
Adjunct Assistant Professor Univ of MN Dept of Dermatology
www.TareenDermatology.com

Tareen Dermatology Roseville, Minnesota
~Old-Fashioned Quality Care with State-of-the-Art Flair.~
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I often perform NON-ABLATIVE (meaning that the superficial epidermis is not removed, only the deeper layers are treated) laser resurfacing on patients with pigmented skin. It can be very successful - I have even treated my own acne scars with great results!
Please contact a derm with expertise in skin of color for the best cosmetic outcome.
I hope that helps
View ThreadTareen Dermatology Roseville, Minnesota
~Old-Fashioned Quality Care with State-of-the-Art Flair.~
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