Skin Care Tips, Notes & More

For most skin care, Dallas residents prefer non-invasive, non-surgical treatments that are significantly more effective than over-the-counter or spa methods. The most popular skin care procedures in Dallas - even more than traditional plastic surgery - are Botox injections, laser skin rejuvenation, chemical facial peels and in-office microdermabrasion.

If you're a Dallas resident and looking for more information on these five popular skin care treatments, read on for an overview of each procedure. You'll also find tips on identifying a qualified skin care professional.

Chemical Peel Procedures

In the state of Texas, a chemical peel may only be done by a dermatologist, registered nurse or specially certified esthetician operating under the guidance of a dermatologist.

Though a typical chemical peel treatment is brief, the procedure involves peeling away extremely thin layers of skin. Because of this, the treatment can be somewhat painful and clients are often prescribed a mild pain killer as part of their after-care.

Once your chemical peel is complete and you're cleared to leave your doctor's office, you're advised to stay away from the sun or possible skin irritants. Patients should pack a sun hat and SPF sunscreen formulated for sensitive skin.

Skin Rejuvenation with Laser Light Technology

When it comes to laser skin care, Dallas is leading the way with a large number of state-of-the-art laser skin resurfacing and laser skin care facilities. The procedure can cause minor scabbing, but final results - which include reversal of sun damage and diminished fine lines - can typically be seen within 10 days at the most.

The cost of laser light skin resurfacing can vary wildly depending on the size of the area to be covered, the nature of the treatment and the extent of your treatment plan. However, the average cost for a single laser skin resurfacing treatment is roughly just over $2400.

Microdermabrasion Procedure

Microdermabrasion serves two purposes - it reverses existing sun damage, fine lines and skin discoloration, while also encouraging rejuvenated and more rapid new skin cell growth. The result? Younger, fresher-looking skin.

While a dermatologist can perform microdermabrasion, this procedure is usually taken care of by a licensed esthetician or registered nurse working under the guidance and supervision of a dermatologist.

Botox Injections

Essentially, Botox is a toxic poison that actually paralyzes muscles in the face, taking away their ability to contract and permit facial expressions. However, these facial expressions not only emphasize existing wrinkles, but also create them. Therefore, Botox both prevents and treats wrinkles.

Most patients see an 80 percent reduction in the appearance of their wrinkles, but the results typically only last from between 3 and 5 months.

Finding a Dermatology Practice or Skin Care Professional

For skin care, Dallas offers some of the country's best working professionals. To locate a quality practitioner, try either the Texas Dermatological Society (texasdermatology.org) or the Associated Skin Care Professionals (ascpskincare.com).

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