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Summer-Safe Facial Rejuvenation Procedures

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laser-treatmentIf you’ve dabbled in the world of cosmetic treatments before like skin treatments or plastic surgery, you may already know that lasers and summertime don’t always mix well, especially for people who enjoy the outdoors. If you have a tan when you begin a laser procedure or if your skin is exposed to the sun after your treatment, you can develop irregular pigmentation or other issues in the area. Avoiding the sun to this extent during the season of barbecues and block parties is difficult for many people, so laser treatments may be better saved for the cooler months.

That doesn’t mean you can’t invest in yourself this summer with treatments that help you look younger, well-rested, and vibrant. At Laser Lights Cosmetic Laser Center, we offer a variety of cosmetic treatments you can receive this summer for those people who enjoy being outdoors so you can start enjoying your results in no time.

Cosmetic Facial Injections

If your top frustrations with facial aging revolve around fine lines and wrinkles rather than excess sagging skin, cosmetic facial injections could be the perfect way to look younger this summer.

There are multiple types of cosmetic injections to choose from depending on your signs of aging and desired results. Botox® and Dysport® are neuromodulators that reduce expression lines like frown lines, crow’s feet, and forehead creases by relaxing targeted facial muscles. Facial fillers are volumizing injections that fill in wrinkles like smile lines and hollows in the cheeks or under the eyes for a more revitalized look.

Microneedling

Microneedling is a treatment that uses ultrafine needles to stimulate your body’s natural healing process. That healing process creates more skin-firming collagen, making your skin firmer, smoother, and more youthful. Keep in mind that it takes a series of a few treatments to get optimal results for most people, so if you’re hoping to have results before a certain date or event, it’s best to get started early.

At Laser Lights Cosmetic Laser Center, we also offer the option to take your microneedling treatments up a notch by adding natural growth factors. During this add-on service, we’ll extract a small sample of your own blood to extract the collagen-boosting growth factors, applying these growth factors to your skin during the microneedling treatment. The result is even more powerful facial rejuvenation.

Non-Surgical Skin Tightening

All of us develop sagging skin as the years go by, but there are simple, non-surgical treatments to restore tone and firmness to your skin. Our medical spa offers two treatment options that are perfect for the summer: Viora Reaction™ and Venus Legacy™ for skin tightening. Our licensed and experienced medical staff can determine which option is best for you, but both treatments are non-invasive and highly effective.

Chemical Peels

The chemical peel has long been a favorite for people who want a younger, brighter look, and it isn’t going anywhere. During this treatment, we apply a specialized acidic formula to your skin for a set number of minutes, followed by soothing products. The process causes your skin to gradually exfoliate damaged surface skin, revealing smoother, more youthful skin below. Keep in mind that chemical peels do require some sun protection as your skin heals, but not to the extent that laser treatments do.

Revitalizing Your Look This Summer

While summer isn’t the best time for laser procedures, it’s still a fantastic time to rejuvenate your look with other cosmetic treatments. Our experienced team is here to help by customizing a treatment plan for you. Contact Laser Lights Cosmetic Laser Center today to schedule your free consultation. Don’t forget to follow along with us on Facebook, Instagram, and Tik Tok.

Top Skin Treatments for Wedding Season

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Rosacea-and-Facial-RednessHear that? There are wedding bells in the air! Wedding season is about to begin, and for the next several months, we’ll be cheering on all the happy couples who are tying the knot. Of course, everyone wants to look their best when the photographer comes around and while they’re celebrating these exciting occasions, and that’s where Laser Lights Cosmetic Laser Center can help.

Whether you’re the bride or groom, part of the wedding party, a parent of the bride or groom, or a guest, we have a lineup of skin treatments that can help you look your best when the big day arrives.

Microneedling

Microneedling is a popular procedure that stimulates your body’s natural collagen development, leaving your skin smoother and revitalized with minimal recovery time. It’s ideal for fine lines, wrinkles, acne scars, and your overall skin texture. For the best results, opt for a series of microneedling treatments or enhance your procedure with natural growth factors for stronger collagen development.

Anti-Aging Facial Injections

For lines and wrinkles, cosmetic facial injections like Botox®, Dysport®, Restylane®, and Juvéderm® offer targeted and precise results. These treatments also happen to produce results quickly and retain their results for months. In the weeks before the big day, these injections could be the perfect way to smooth wrinkles, reduce dark circles under your eyes, plump your lips, or fill in facial hollows.

Upper Arm Skin Tightening

“Bat wings,” or sagging skin of the upper arms, are common causes for concern at weddings where sleeveless and strapless gowns are the norm. Aging and weight fluctuations can cause anyone to have excess skin in this area, and non-surgical skin tightening with Viora Reaction™ offers a non-invasive way to firm the skin and let you wave your arms freely.

Chemical Peels

Chemical peels are highly versatile treatments that can give nearly anyone a refreshed look before a wedding or any other event. Each peel is tailored to you and your skin, with various peels treating fine lines, wrinkles, age spots, acne scars, uneven complexions, and poor skin texture. You can choose a single chemical peel or a series of peels, and at your free consultation, our skin care specialists will be able to recommend the perfect path for you.

Non-Surgical Fat Reduction with SculpSure®

If you have a stubborn area of unwanted fat, now is the perfect time to slim it down so you can feel confident and free in your dress, suit, or tux. Non-surgical fat reduction with SculpSure® uses targeted warmth to damage fat cells in the area, working with your body to remove those damaged cells so you get a slimmer contour. Keep in mind that it can take 6-8 weeks after your last session for your final results to develop, so the earlier you start your body contouring, the better.

Kybella® Injections for the “Double Chin”

No one wants to have the dreaded “double chin” in wedding photos, and Kybella® injections offer a specialized way to treat stubborn fat in this area. Carefully placed Kybella® injections at our partner practice, Southern Plastic Surgery, dissolve unwanted fat under the chin and jawline, giving you a more slender look. If you’re more affected by sagging skin in this area rather than fat, skin tightening with Viora Reaction™ can treat the area under your chin as well.

Silk Dermalinfusion® Microdermabrasion

Silk Dermalinfusion® microdermabrasion is a gentle and effective way to refresh and brighten your skin. This unique facial-like treatment uses advanced technology to exfoliate your skin while infusing your skin with rich hydration, giving you a more even and brighter complexion. It’s the perfect way to pamper and revitalize your skin a few days before the wedding.

Designing Your Pre-Wedding Skin Treatment Plan

Everyone has different aspects of their appearance they want to improve, and at Laser Lights Cosmetic Laser Center, we’re all about customization. Schedule a free skin care and cosmetic laser consultation with our licensed aestheticians and we’ll develop a customized treatment plan to get you looking your best before the big day. In the meantime, follow us on Instagram and Facebook for more cosmetic tips. Remember, if you’re looking for a wedding gift this wedding season, we also offer gift certificates.

Ask Laser Lights: What Can I Do About My Acne Scars?

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microneedling atlantaAcne is one of those skin conditions that most of us deal with at some point. In fact, according to the American Academy of Dermatology, 85% of people between the ages of 12 and 24 experience at least mild acne. Some people recover from acne with no trace of their former pimples, but many are left with a constant reminder in the form of acne scars.

If you have acne scars, what can you do to get rid of them and finally put your battle with acne behind you? Our team at Laser Lights Cosmetic Laser Center helps patients on a daily basis to reduce their acne scars and give them a new confidence in their appearance. In fact, we offer several treatments that can effectively treat acne scars so we can recommend the ideal option for you.

Laser Treatments

Lasers have the unique ability to treat a wide variety of cosmetic skin care concerns depending on the type of light the laser uses and the way it’s configured. Some laser procedures even address multiple cosmetic issues at the same time – including acne scars.

We offer two types of particularly versatile laser treatments for acne scars: fractionated CO2 laser skin resurfacing and microlaser peels. Fractionated CO2 laser skin resurfacing removes damaged surface skin in a checker-like pattern to stimulate healing and scar remodeling for the skin throughout your treatment area. Microlaser peels work in a similar way but they are more superficial, making them less invasive and more common for mild scarring.

Both of these treatments will improve not only acne scarring but also fine lines, wrinkles, mild sagging skin, and age spots if applicable. This makes either of them a perfect fit if you’d like to minimize your acne scars.

Chemical Peels

Chemical peels have been patient favorites for a long time, and for good reason. Like fractionated laser skin resurfacing and microlaser peels, these treatments can help you work toward several cosmetic goals at the same time.

During a chemical peel, we apply a precisely formulated solution to your skin which penetrates through damaged surface skin so your body can shed these damaged layers. At the same time, the treatment stimulates the healing process within the deeper layers of your skin, leading to transforming your scar tissue with smoother, less noticeable tissue.

Rejuvapen® Microneedling

Laser resurfacing and chemical peels both focus on removing damaged surface skin while stimulating your body’s healing and scar remodeling process. However, there’s another option that also breaks up previous scar tissue and initiates the process of replacing it with new tissue that blends better with your natural skin. This treatment is called microneedling.

During a microneedling treatment, we use a specialized tool called Rejuvapen®. Rejuvapen® has ultrafine needles which we use in a pattern of dots across your skin to jumpstart your body’s natural process of breaking down and replacing the scar tissue in your acne scars.

We can amplify your results even more by using your own natural growth factors. We extract a sample of your blood and process it in a centrifuge to isolate the plasma which is rich in growth factors. We then apply this to your skin after your Rejuvapen® treatment, allowing the growth factors to reach the deeper layers of your skin and intensify your body’s production of skin-firming and scar-remodeling collagen.

Silk Dermalinfusion® Microdermabrasion

For milder acne scars, we also offer a refreshing treatment known as Silk Dermalinfusion®. This treatment is a twist on traditional microdermabrasion.

Silk Dermalinfusion® uses microdermabrasion with a diamond-tipped wand to buff away damaged surface skin. At the same time, this wand is infusing your skin with a specialized solution. This process helps your body to break down superficial scar tissue while also brightening and smoothing your complexion.

Your Acne Scar Reduction Journey

Acne scars are an incredibly frustrating problem and they’re not easy to cover up with makeup. The real solution is to invest in yourself with professional skin treatments that are designed to help you say farewell to your acne scars for good. Our specialists at Laser Lights Cosmetic Laser Center are here to help. Schedule your free consultation today to find out the best way to start your journey.

Do Facials Really Work?

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FacialsFacials have become a classic way for people to relax, refresh, and pamper themselves in a way that also gives them healthier, more beautiful skin. Do they really do all this, though? Do facials actually make your skin look better or make it healthier, or is this just an incredibly successful marketing ploy that’s been perpetuated for generations?

Our medical spa and cosmetic laser center professionals at Laser Lights Cosmetic Laser Center are here to give you the unvarnished truth about facials.

Do Facials Work?

The short answer to this question is, “it depends.” Some facials, like those you tend to find at day spas, are designed more for your relaxation and comfort than to enhance your skin. In many cases, these facials do nothing more than replace a standard session of washing your face at home.

There are, however, some facials that can truly improve your skin. For example, a facial that focuses on deep cleansing and exfoliation, like a Silk Dermalinfusion® microdermabrasion facial, is an effective way to reduce acne, minimize mild signs of aging, and replenish your hydration.

When you schedule a facial, then, how do you know if you’re getting one that will leave your skin better than it was before or one that’s just designed for temporary enjoyment? Look for these signs:

  1. Your facial is being performed at a skin care clinic as opposed to a day spa. “Med spa” and “day spa” sound like similar facilities but they’re actually quite different. A med spa or medical spa is a healthcare facility that offers science-backed treatments that are meant to improve your health or your appearance. A day spa, or a facility you’d typically call a spa, is focused on giving you relaxation. There’s nothing wrong with a day spa, but you shouldn’t expect a spa facial to produce lasting results for your skin.

If you are considering booking a facial with a facility but you aren’t sure whether it’s a med spa or day spa, take a look at the other treatments they offer. Procedures like chemical peels, microdermabrasion, laser hair removal, and other treatments aimed at long-term results are an indication of a med spa. If you primarily see relaxation treatments on the menu, like massages and sauna sessions, it’s more likely to be a day spa.

  1. Your facial has a clear description of how it will help your skin, and these details are medically accurate. If you want results for your skin, you don’t want a facial that is described with very vague words or words that indicate a short-lived improvement. For example, if a facial is described as giving you a “dewy” face, “refreshing” your skin, or working toward other very general goals, it’s not likely to give you lasting results. By contrast, the Fire and Ice Facial we offer has very clear and specific ways to improve your skin: exfoliation, clearing clogged pores, and softening the skin with hydration, for example.
  2. Your facial is customized for your skin. Everyone’s skin has its own unique challenges and needs. If you’re booking a facial and the facility uses the same products and processes for each person, it is an indication that the facial isn’t truly designed to benefit your skin. Ideally, you want to book your facial with a knowledgeable and licensed aesthetician who can understand your goals for your skin, assess your skin, and tailor your facial to fit your needs.

A facial can be a fantastic way to simply relax and treat yourself, or it can be a way to give your skin a health and beauty boost. Both of these are valid reasons to get a facial, but it’s important to understand the truth about facials and make sure you are getting one that serves the purposes you want. Use the criteria above to find a facial that will truly benefit your skin or cut to the chase and schedule an appointment at Laser Lights. In the meantime, follow us on Facebook and Instagram for more skin care tips.

How to Repair Sun-Damaged Skin

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How to Repair Sun-Damaged SkinWith hot summer days right around the corner, the additional time we spend outdoors can lead to an increase in prolonged sun exposure. While we all enjoy lounging around in the sunshine, we, unfortunately, are damaging our skin every time we do. Sun damage slowly adds up over time and eventually results in physical damage, such as age spots. To help prevent future damage, we always recommend wearing and routinely reapplying sunscreen with a SPF of 30 or higher. However, if you already have existing age spots or hyperpigmentation, don’t fret! Laser Lights Cosmetic Laser Center offers a wide variety of treatment options for sun-damaged skin.

Silk Dermalinfusion® Microdermabrasion

This rejuvenation treatment not only repairs sun-damaged, hyperpigmented skin, but it also targets conditions such as acne, signs of aging and dryness. In one session, Silk Dermalinfusion® Microdermabrasion exfoliates damaged skin cells with microdermabrasion technology, removes pore-clogging debris and applies highly-specialized, topical medication to the skin. While one treatment provides noticeable results, multiple sessions can help to further reduce the appearance of age spots.

Photofacial Rejuvenation

Photofacial rejuvenation is highly effective at reducing the appearance of sun damage on all areas of the body including the face, chest, hands and arms. As a gentle type of laser treatment, photo rejuvenation breaks up pigment without penetrating or removing any skin. Most patients see their final results after four to six treatment sessions.

Chemical Peels

The overall goal of a chemical peel is to revitalize the top layer of your skin in order to reveal a softer, younger-looking complexion. The customized solution triggers your body’s natural healing process which causes dead skin cells to be naturally exfoliated and stimulates collagen production. The end result is an improvement in age spots, hyperpigmentation, wrinkles, fine lines and skin elasticity.

Micro Fractionated CO2 Resurfacing

This laser treatment is a minimally invasive way to improve the look of age spots as well as fine lines, wrinkles and acne scars. Micro fractionated CO2 resurfacing treats small areas of affected skin at a time and avoids contact with healthy, unaffected skin. This allows the body to eliminate dead skin cells while promoting collagen production.

Fractionated CO2 Laser Resurfacing

Our most advanced method of hyperpigmentation reduction is our fractionated CO2 laser resurfacing treatment. This laser penetrates deep into the skin’s layers and triggers the body to produce new collagen and promote elasticity thus reducing more pronounced areas of pigmentation. On top of age spot reduction, this treatment is highly effective at improving the look of severe acne scars and deep wrinkles.

Prolonged sun exposure can have a large impact on your skin in the form of age spots, wrinkles, and even risk of skin cancer. By repairing existing damage and protecting your skin with appropriate coverings such as sunscreen with a minimum of SPF 30, sun-friendly clothing, hats and umbrellas, you can ensure that your skin stays healthy and clear for years to come. If you are interested in learning more about what treatment is best for your concerns, schedule a free consultation with Laser Lights Cosmetic Laser Center in Atlanta today. Additionally, follow our medical spa on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram for more skincare and sun protection insights.

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