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Chemical Peels Can Help Skin Glow All Winter Long

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As the warm weather turns cool, our skin conditions change. You may begin to notice that your “healthy” summer glow is fading to reveal patches of irregular pigmentation. Aside from that, your skin is probably turning dry in the colder weather, but don’t let the weather get you down. Laser Lights Cosmetic Laser Center offers plenty of solutions for treating various skin conditions all year long.  If you keep up with our blog, you already know that procedures like laser hair removal, laser tattoo removal, and even laser skin resurfacing are great for these colder months, but we’d like to highlight some of our non-laser treatments that will keep your skin looking great this winter.

Chemical peels are perfect for reducing mild imperfections (like sun damage and melasma), minimizing wrinkles, and restoring collagen production. Our licensed estheticians will perform a pre-skin treatment consultation prior to your peel to help determine which of our chemical peels will produce the results you’re after and complement your skin type. Once we’ve determined the type of chemical peel to perform, one of our experienced, licensed estheticians will apply a chemical solution to the outer layer of skin, which will cause the damaged outer layer of skin to be slowly eliminated over the following days (up to a week of peeling). Downtime is minimal, but we do suggest you use SPF 30 sunscreen prior to being in the sun after having a chemical peel to avoid sun damage and hyperpigmentation to newly rejuvenated skin.

We offer a variety of chemical peels that treat various skin types. People who suffer from acne, mild hyperpigmentation, rough skin and a busy lifestyle might choose our Fruit Acid Peel since it requires no downtime, while those looking to correct fine lines, melasma, or acne scarring may choose the Glycolic or Jessner’s Peel. Other types of chemical peels you’ll find on our menu are our Mandelic Peel, Salicylic Peel, and TCA Peel (Trichloroacetic Acid Peel), but we’d like to specially introduce the newest chemical peel we offer: Vi Peel.

Not only does the Vi Peel minimize sun damage, clear most acne, reduce acne scars and pigmentation problems, and smooth fine lines and wrinkles, but it actually stimulates collagen and elastin production to promote tighter, more youthful skin. With minimal downtime, you can expect the outer layer of skin to peel for up to a week to reveal refreshed, younger-looking skin. If you purchase a Vi Peel from Laser Lights before November 30th, 2011, you will receive one Vi Peel for free, so schedule your treatment today.

Laser Lights offers plenty of other treatments to care for your skin and keep you looking your best like our new Viora Reaction™ skin tightening (face & body), microdermabrasion, hand rejuvenation, and more. Be sure to take a look at our website to learn more about the services we offer. Also connect with us on Facebook and Twitter for updates on skincare news and specials.

Save on Your Favorite Cosmetic Treatments with Our December 2011 Specials

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Do you need a little help with your list this year? Whether you’re looking for yourself or to give a gift to someone else, beauty is always on everyone’s list! December is the perfect time to take advantage of specials on our most popular cosmetic services.

With discounts on laser hair removal and laser spider vein elimination, you can have smooth and beautiful skin in plenty of time for warmer weather next year. We’re also offering FREE Reaction™ skin tightening treatments with the purchase of 3- or 6-treatment packages (see below for more details).

If you’re looking for glowing holiday skin, take advantage of our deals on Fotofacial skin rejuvenation and the newest addition to our services menu, the Vi Peel. If the hustle and bustle of family gatherings and get-togethers with friends has you stressed, look into our massage packages.

We also have gift certificates available so you can give the gift of beauty and relaxation this holiday season. Contact our office for more information or to schedule your holiday treatment today! We’re also on Facebook and Twitter with the latest in beauty and cosmetic laser news, so make certain to follow us to stay up to date!  All offers below expire December 31, 2011.

Summer Skin Care

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laser lights cosmetic laser centerAlthough laser skin treatments can erase imperfections and produce healthy, beautiful skin, being exposed to the sun’s rays after laser treatment can cause unsightly hyperpigmentation. It’s important to employ proper laser after care; especially during the summer months. If you choose to have a laser procedure during the summer you should wear sunscreen with an SPF of at least 30 and a zinc oxide base. You should follow these guidelines not only after laser treatment, but four to six weeks before and between laser treatments. If you anticipate spending a lot of time in the sun this summer, you may want to reserve laser procedures for the winter months and try one of our other non-laser procedures in the mean time.

One of our newest summer treatments is eyelash and eyebrow tinting. Great for patients with blonde or light colored hair, this treatment adds darker pigment to the eyelashes and brows for up to two or three months. That’s basically a whole summer free from applying mascara, eyelash extensions, or brow pencil. Plus, brow and lash tinting is easily combined with other Laser Lights’ treatments. Some patients, however, do not have thick or long enough eyelashes to benefit from tinting. These patients are better suited for Latisse® eyelash treatment, which helps eyelashes grow thicker, longer, and even darker.

Chemical peels, facials and microdermabrasion treatments are also great for the summer, but the 30 SPF sunscreen rule is still important with these treatments too. Continue reading →

Save on Botox, Dysport and Facial Fillers through May 31st

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In honor of  Mother’s Day this May, Dr. Whiteman’s ad in Best Self Atlanta magazine currently out on news stands, offers $100 off Botox®, Dysport® and Facial Fillers now thru the end of May.  If you bring your mom to the appointment, she will receive half off her cosmetic injection treatments. Call the office at 770-622-9100 to make your appointment today!

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Laser Procedure FAQ

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laser lights cosmetic laser treatmentsQ.) Why do some laser­ treatments require multiple sessions while others do not?

A.) The number of laser treatment sessions required is based on what type of laser treatment you need and the types of laser we use for that treatment. Small blemishes can usually be removed easily with one session, while larger imperfections require a bit more attention. For instance, warts, freckles, and red dots usually only require one session, while tattoos, unwanted hair, and spider veins usually require at least three sessions for permanent removal. Without multiple treatments, the lasers would not be able to permanently remove these large imperfections without damaging your skin.

 

Q.) Can I have laser hair removal over an area where I have a tattoo?

A.) No. Lasers work by targeting pigments. The darker the pigment, the better our lasers pick it up, which is why we use different Continue reading →

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Check out the HAND-ful of Treatment Options Available to Improve the Look of Your Hands

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People say that you can always tell a person’s true age by the look of their hands.  That is because we spend hundreds to thousands of dollars and hours a day working to ensure that we put our best and youngest face forward, but we often neglect the look of our hands – an equally visible part of our body.

Just like our face, our hands are exposed to daily sun damage – making them equally susceptible to wrinkles and age spots.  Additionally, our hands are one of the first parts of the body to “thin out” – causing wrinkles, loose skin, and a lack of youthfulness.   At Laser Lights Plastic Surgery and Cosmetic Laser Center, we acknowledge the importance of keeping your hands looking as young as you do.  Read below for several hand rejuvenation treatment options available at our laser and cosmetic center:

  • Paraffin wax treatments: Designed specifically for the hands to moisturize and soften your skin.
  • Laser Treatments: Consider an Erbium Laser Peel to reduce the look of wrinkles or target specific age spots and skin discoloration caused by the sun.
  • TCA Chemical Peels: A chemical peel removes the upper layer of damaged skin to reveal the healthy, youthful skin underneath.
  • Skin Care Product Line: We offer multiple skin care products that can moisturize your hands and reduce the look of wrinkles.  We even have products that moisturize with SPF, so that you can help prevent further damage.
  • Dermal Filler Injection: Double board certified plastic surgeon and part owner of Laser Lights, Dr. David Whiteman, can inject a popular facial filler, like Juvederm® or Restylane® into your hands to restore youthfulness and fill-in some of the volume lost with age.

If you are interested in any of the hand rejuvenation procedures listed above, feel free to contact our office today!

Part 1 of Our Laser Types Series: Differences in Original CO2 and Fractionated Co2 Laser Treatments Explained

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No matter who you are, or where you live, your skin takes a beating.  Eventually, the combined effects from sun-exposure, medications, dehydration, and other lifestyle and genetic factors can negatively affect the appearance of your skin.  Luckily, Laser Lights offers beauty inducing laser treatments using Fraxel lasers to keep the face, neck, chest, and hands of men and women looking and feeling their best.

Lasers have come a long way since the introduction of the original CO2 laser in the mid 1960’s.  While the original CO2 laser did introduce the world to the possibility of laser skin resurfacing, it also brought an unsightly “line of demarcation” between the treated and untreated skin on its’ first patients.  The relatively recent development of Fractionated (Fraxel)  CO2 laser technology blurred that line by  using several microscopic laser columns to penetrate the secondary layer of skin (dermis) creating tiny wounds that the body heals by increasing production of collagen and elastin and generating “new skin”.   Instead of treating the entire face, fractionated lasers have the advantageous ability to target very specific areas.   The tiny amount of skin exposed to the laser at a time makes the laser useful for a variety of skin conditions including:  wrinkling, melasma (spots of skin darkening), and acne scarring.

While an effective laser treatment plan can only be developed once your level of damage and skin have been assessed, Laser Lights can also use a combination of Fractionated type lasers on your skin for areas of differing appearance.  To schedule a consultation or ask any questions about our Laser resurfacing treatments, please call (770)495-9322 or visit our website.

Anti-Aging Creams Clinically Proven to Actually Reduce Wrinkles

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Think cosmetic skin care products won’t deliver the same results as coming in to see us?  There are actually two answers here: one is that they do, the other is that they don’t in the short term.  According to research performed by Dermatologists at the University of Manchester, after using a certain product advertised to reduce visible lines and wrinkles on the face for 12 months, patients really did have significantly fewer wrinkles.  The results are backed by scientific evidence pointing towards the products assisting in producing fibrillin-1, a protein promoting skin elasticity.

Anti-aging creams are particularly important after our laser procedures for skin tightening and wrinkle removal, like those done with our new Fractionated Co2 Laser.  After the facial rejuvenation procedures, your aging skin is gone and new skin is re-born and begins to re-build collagen.  Anti-aging creams along with sunscreen will assist in the production of the aforementioned fibrillin-1 as well as collagen.

In short, the longer you stick with over-the-counter cosmetic skin care products, the better results you will see.  At Laser Lights, we carry a full line of skin care products from both our own private label and a wonderful Nia24 selection – call us today at (770) 495-9322 for more information or check out our products on-line here.

Laser Lights introduces their new Fractionated Co2 Laser

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For a long time, Laser Lights Cosmetic Laser Center has taken pride in hosting 12 lasers for different hair and skin types.  We are proud to add the (Fraxel) Fractionated Co2 laser for wrinkle removal and skin tightening into our mix. This is just one more reason to celebrate our 10 year anniversary as being one of the leading cosmetic laser centers in Atlanta.

Our new facial rejuvenation laser will perform skin resurfacing, stretch mark improvement, wrinkle removal, brown spot removal, acne scar correction, and most importantly, rebuild collagen levels in your skin.

In addition to offering 50% off our skin tightening & wrinkle removal services through December 2009; we would also like to mention our other specials running in May.  We are also offering 50% off spider vein removal treatments and complete tattoo removal treatments.  In addition, when you buy any laser hair removal package valued at $440 or more, you’ll receive 5 free underarm hair removal treatments.   Call 770-495-9322 and mention code BP0509 to receive an additional (five) $5.00 off any product or service.