What is “Skin of Color?”
In general, most believe that when we talk about “skin of color” we are talking about African American skin. That is not the case. Skin types are classified in 6 different classes. Those that burn and do not tan, are a class I-II in the Fitzpatrick Scale. Type III is an intermediate class that sometimes […]
Pico Laser for Melasma or Tattoos
The wrong laser could worsen your condition or take longer to treat. Pigment is Best Treated Using a Pico laser A picosecond laser is more efficient (less treatment needed) than a Q-switched laser. The Pico destroys pigment using photoacoustic effect not a photothermal (heat) effect. Which is why the risk of post inflammatory hyperpigmentation is […]
Do you have Facial Spots, Freckles or Abnormal Skin Coloring?
These are frequently due to increased melanin production associated with inflammation. Freckles are due to sun exposure and genetic predisposition. Age and sun spots are the result of sun exposure and skin changes related to ageing and genetics. Our StarWalker PQX laser is exceptionally effective in removing freckles, age and sun spots. Most cases take […]
Do you suffer from melasma
Melasma is a complex skin hyperpigmentation disorder. Which is best treated with multiple modalities that address several potential causes. These can be: (1) medications that can be either taken by mouth and/or applied to the skin; (2) lifestyle changes and supplements that decrease inflammation; (3) measures that decrease and balance hormones; (4) minimized sun exposure […]