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August 25, 2022

How to Protect Your Skin in the Fall

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taking care of your skin in the fall As the humidity drops and the temperatures cool down, your skin may begin feeling dry. When seasons change, so too should your skincare routine. Instead of focusing on products that control excess oil and moisture on the skin, you should start to focus on products and services that prioritize nourishment and hydration. So, how can you keep your skin hydrated this fall?

Skincare Tips for the Fall:

Use a Thicker Moisturizer

The skin care products and treatments you use in the summer won’t suffice for fall weather. Change out your light summer moisturizer for a more concentrated formula to use at night. If you’re unsure what to use, schedule a complimentary skin analysis consultation with one of our skilled medical staff. Laser Lights offers a variety of products that will help your skin retain hydration during the cooler months.

Invest in a Humidifier

Home heating systems will inevitably dry out the air, exacerbating dry skin and medical conditions like eczema. Portable humidifiers are a great and cost-effective way to boost the humidity level in your home. If you are struggling with dry skin, consider using a humidifier while you sleep to return moisture to the air and to your skin.

Drink Water

Drinking the recommended amount of water during the summer isn’t that difficult. The heat and humidity are reason enough to reach for your water throughout the day. But, as the weather cools down, you may not drink water as often as you should. Remaining hydrated throughout the day is both essential for your health and great for your skin. Staying hydrated throughout the fall months will help retain the moisture and suppleness your skin craves.

Laser Treatments That Help Improve Your Skin:

There is a reason why fall is considered laser season. During cooler months, you are more likely to avoid sun exposure, making this a perfect time for laser treatments. Laser Lights Cosmetic Laser Center has a variety of treatments available to address signs of aging and restore radiance to your skin

Fractionated CO2 Laser Resurfacing

The first CO2 laser was introduced in the mid-1960s showing the world what lasers were capable of, and it has only gotten better since that time. The original CO2 lasers used to leave a distinct line of demarcation separating the treated and untreated areas of the skin. This line was not only unattractive but difficult to hide. Today, CO2 lasers can be used to treat signs of aging on the face and other parts of the body as well without the unwanted line of demarcation. This is due to the newer technology used today which focuses on treating fractions of the skin instead of the entire area at one time. Deep facial wrinkles, dark spots, and scarring are just a few issues that CO2 lasers can address, leaving you with a rejuvenated appearance.

Rosacea and Facial Redness

Wrinkles and scarring aren’t the only conditions that lasers can treat. Rosacea and hemangiomas (red spots) have also been successfully treated with our lasers. While rosacea and hemangiomas may be harmless to one’s health, they can be difficult to cover up and often cause insecurity. By targeting the enlarged capillaries and blood vessels, redness will diminish as the blood vessels close and become naturally reabsorbed by the body. As a result, the flushing and redness will lessen to a highly manageable state with time. It’s true that there is no cure for rosacea and red spots, but our laser treatments can quickly help to lessen the appearance of facial redness and hopefully restore your confidence.

Fire and Ice Facial

Nothing helps more than a facial to restore moisture and life to your skin. Our fire and ice facial is an intense resurfacing and rejuvenating facial that will improve moisture, soothe dryness, and repair damaged skin. This popular facial uses two different masques to reduce fine lines and wrinkles, improve your complexion and return your skin to a hydrated state. The first masque will heat up your skin to exfoliate and repair surface damage, while the second masque will cool and rejuvenate your skin. The result is a noticeably brighter complexion with an infusion of hydration and nutrients.

Embracing cooler months doesn’t mean you have to accept dull, dry skin. Keep your summer glow throughout the year with help from Laser Lights Cosmetic Laser Center. Schedule your free skincare consultation with our team of highly qualified medical providers and estheticians. Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, and TikTok for more information and skincare tips.

April 30, 2021

How Can Cosmetic Lasers Treat Rosacea?

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With unpredictable flare-ups and uncomfortable irritation, rosacea can be embarrassing and bothersome for those who suffer from the skin condition. While most people experience facial flushing every once in a while, those with rosacea have facial redness that occurs more frequently and for longer periods of time. Although there is no permanent cure for this skin condition, Laser Lights Cosmetic Laser Center offers laser technology to help relieve and reduce the symptoms of rosacea.

What is Rosacea?

Rosacea is a long-term skin condition that causes the blood vessels beneath the skin’s surface to become dilated. While the condition is harmless, it can lead to noticeable symptoms including overall redness, swelling, flushing, spider veins in the affected area, and in severe cases, acne-like breakouts. These signs typically occur on the face around the cheeks, nose, chin, and forehead, but symptoms can also be spotted on the chest, neck, ears, arms, and scalp.

How Lasers Can Help

While a number of treatment options for rosacea exist, laser technology is the most effective way to reduce rosacea symptoms. Our cosmetic laser treatment targets the enlarged blood vessels beneath the skin that produce redness. This treatment works to reduce the size of these vessels and over time closes them off, so they can be naturally absorbed and safely eliminated by the body. After treatment, flushing and redness will be minimal and more manageable.

How to Manage Symptoms

In between laser treatments, it is important to still avoid “triggers” that can make symptoms worse or cause flare-ups. Potential irritants include sun exposure, spicy foods, skincare products, stress, alcohol, windy conditions, and cold weather. For most patients, the best rosacea treatment will be a combination of laser treatments, prescription topical or oral medications, and avoiding triggers that cause flare-ups. Additionally, we offer select moisturizers and other topical treatments specifically made to help those with rosacea.

There may not be a permanent cure for rosacea, but new technology and treatments are readily available to help soothe irritated flushed skin. To learn more about how laser technology can help improve your rosacea symptoms, schedule a free consultation with Laser Lights Cosmetic Laser Center in Atlanta today. Also, make sure to follow our medical spa on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram for more insights about our cosmetic laser treatments.

January 12, 2021

How to Treat Rosacea in the Winter

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While winter weather can be beautiful and calming, the lower temperatures and drier air can irritate and upset your skin. For those with rosacea, this season can be an even more challenging time due to the increased chance of flushing and flare-ups. While there is no available cure for rosacea, the experts at Laser Lights Cosmetic Laser Center offer options for those looking to minimize their rosacea and feel more confident in their skin.

Before deciding what treatment is right for you, it’s important to note that there are different kinds of rosacea and they can vary in severity from person to person. There are four types of rosacea: erythematotelangiectatic rosacea, papulopustular (or acne) rosacea, rhinophyma and ocular rosacea. Common symptoms that can be experienced include facial redness, irritation, visible blood vessels, acne-like breakouts, swelling and flushing.

In the early stages, rosacea can be mild with occasional symptoms, but over time, it can become more severe and bothersome. Seeking treatment early on along with regular maintenance can help to slow down the progression of your condition before it worsens and improve your symptoms. For those with moderate to severe rosacea, receiving treatment and regular maintenance is still highly recommended for improving your condition over time.

Laser Lights uses cosmetic laser technology to target the enlarged blood vessels under the skin that produce the redness. Our laser treatment helps reduce the size of the blood vessels and over time works toward closing them off, so they can be safely absorbed and naturally eliminated by the body. Because rosacea has no permanent cure, laser treatment is one of the most effective ways to reduce redness and keep your face symptom-free for longer.

After laser treatment, it’s still important to avoid “triggers” that can cause flushing or flare-ups. Factors that can worsen rosacea include heat and sun exposure, certain skin care products, stress, alcohol and, of course, cold weather. We also offer select moisturizers and other topical treatments that are available for those who have rosacea.

Since rosacea varies in severity, our medical spa offers complimentary consultations to help you find the best treatment plan that works for your individualized needs. If you’re interested in learning more about how to manage and treat your rosacea long-term, contact Laser Lights Cosmetic Laser Center in Gwinnett county today. Additionally, give us a follow on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram for more insights about our cosmetic treatments and services.

March 17, 2014

5 Ways to Facial Rejuvenation

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Reddened complexions, acne, and dry skin: there are endless ways the most common skin concerns appear. However, effective treatments aren’t always so easy to find. Fortunately, Laser Lights Cosmetic and Anti-Aging Center offers many remedies in a variety of approaches to suit your individual needs. We are driven by your results and work hard to deliver beautiful skin at every age. Below, find five great ways to address frequently experienced skin problems safely and successfully—little to no downtime required.

Micro laser peels: Using fractionated CO2 laser technology, micro laser peels improve skin tone and texture, increase elasticity and collagen production, and produce overall skin radiance. Micro laser peels are the ultimate treatment for those who are not ready for cosmetic surgery or anti-aging treatments that involve a longer recovery period.

Rosacea laser treatment: By utilizing pulsed dye lasers, enlarged capillaries that cause rosacea and facial redness are targeted to eradicate the physical irritation associated with this chronic skin condition. You can enjoy the benefits this laser treatment for rosacea quickly and relatively painlessly compared to more invasive treatments available.

Microdermabrasion: Smoothing and softening the skin with FDA-approved equipment by exfoliating the dead, outermost layer of the skin can reduce raised scars and pits caused by past acne. After a microdermabrasion treatment, patients will have minimal to no downtime and experience softer, more radiant skin immediately.

Chemical peels: These fully customizable treatments vary in strengths and depths, producing more effective reduction in pit acne scar appearance than microdermabrasion. Chemical peels remove deeper imperfections within the skin, minimizing fine lines and promoting collagen production by using various chemicals to eliminate the skin’s top layer.

Relaxers and Fillers: The war on wrinkles is combatted with cosmetic anti-aging injectables made of substances which relax the muscles causing wrinkles (such as Botox® and Dysport®) and those that fill the depressions created by contracted muscles (think Restylane® and Juvéderm®). All of these procedures are minimally-invasive with no downtime, so you can show off your results almost immediately!

Interested in a facial rejuvenation treatment from Laser Lights? Please contact us today to schedule your appointment. Connect with Laser Lights on Facebook, Twitter, and Google+ for the latest news and information.

March 27, 2012

Just a Feel Good Treatment? Face the Facial

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Laser Lights offers an assortment of facial treatments to improve overall condition of facial skin. Our menu of services for the face includes chemical peels, facials, microdermabrasion, facial rejuvenation, acne light therapy, and even laser treatments for the face. However, we have heard a rumor circulating that facials are just a “feel good” treatment. Offering an assortment of facials for patients of all ages, we thought we should explain some of the different elements that make our facials much more than just a good wash.

Facials at Laser Lights are therapeutic and medicated to treat a variety of skin conditions from acne and rosacea to wrinkles and hyperpigmentation. In fact, we can even customize our facials to treat your specific skin conditions. Before each treatment our esthetician analyzes your skin to determine the best treatment regimen, which isn’t always a facial. However, these “feel good” treatments are much stronger than most people think.

Our younger patients who still suffer acne breakouts can benefit from our acne facial that loosens and removes pore debris and blockages. We can’t lie, Atlanta facial treatments do feel good, starting with an esthetician who gently cleans the face then sprays the treatment area with a warm mist. Once the medicated ointment is applied and removed, the treatment concludes with a clarifying mask, light moisturizer, and protective mineral sunscreen. With a clearer complexion in the weeks following, you will know that there is more to a facial than just relaxation. Patients who are interested in our acne facial may also be interested in the teen facial (which also teaches teens to properly care for their skin) and our back facial (which takes care of acne breakouts on the back often referred to as “backne”).

Laser Lights also offers facials to reduce early signs of aging. Patients starting to notice fine lines and wrinkles around the mouth, nose, and eyes can benefit from our anti-aging facial that uses a combination of alpha and beta hydroxyl (salicylic) acids to induce skin cell rejuvenation. Because of the chemicals used, the anti-aging facial can cause facial skin to appear flushed, so those with sensitive skin might prefer our European facial. This gentle treatment removes dead skin and surface debris and includes the application of a papaya mask to reduce redness and irritation. We also offer a facial specifically designed for men. This all-in-one men’s facial relieves tension and redness, and our estheticians instruct patients on sun damage protection and daily skin care.

Pore extractions are often combined with facials, but other treatments may be recommended as well. For instance, we often suggest that patients suffering acne alternate facial treatments and acne light therapy to get the most out of treatment. Patients who receive facials are often interested in skin care products so that they can keep their skin healthy at home.

Visit our website to learn more about the other skin care services we offer like our laser treatments. Keep reading our blog and stay connected with us on Facebook, Twitter, and Google+ for skin care news and updates.

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