Acne

 Maybe you thought you would just outgrow it.  Maybe you thought it has to end at some point.  At The Skin Perfect Clinic, we have developed a specialized regimen to give you a step wise response to your acne.  This will leave you with smooth, unblemished skin that you will be proud to show off and go out with.

Our aestheticians will first analyze your skin and discuss a detailed regimen with you.  Most of the time, this only involves the use of a specialized skin care system that you can do at home!  We will then closely monitor this regimen.  If your acne needs more aggressive treatment, we will adjust the skin care program. 

 What is Acne?

Acne is a combination of bacterial infection and a plugged hair follicle (pore) – this is called a pimple.  The pore (hair follicle) is usually plugged with oil, dead skin, or bacteria. Once the hair follicle is plugged, the bacteria continues to grow and become more inflamed until it erupts out of the skin.

This is the way that all acne starts but, then it can go in different directions.  The following is a guide only for educational purposes, not for medical diagnosis.

Many people wonder why they get acne and other people do not?

First, you are not alone.  It is not related to what you eat, an unwashed face, or working out.  The reality is that it is due to many factors that are working way below the skin.  The factors that affect this include your skin shedding cycle, oil production, genetics, and your skin care program! Remember, acne did not get there overnight; therefore it will take time and patience to break the vicious cycle.

What can I do to treat my acne?

The best way to control acne is to prevent it.  Once it forms, you have to let it run its course.  With all of our advances, there is still not cure for acne.  The skin care program our aestheticians develop for you, will help keep acne from forming so that you always have smooth skin.

 My dermatologist has prescribed me antibiotics. – isn’t that the best?

Most acne can easily be treated with a topical (applying on the skin) regimen that does not involve medications. 

Age Spots

 For many, seeing age spots on your face reminds us growing older.  How can we turn the clock back on our skin to when it was smooth, even tone, and no discoloration? At the Skin Perfect Clinic, we offer many treatments to help fade the signs of aging.

 Age spots go by many names like liver spots, sun spots, blemishes, dyspigmentation, and the medical name is usually solar lentigo.

 Our skin care professionals, at The Skin Perfect Clinic have incorporated the latest scientific advances in the treatment of sun spots or age spots.  Please call us at 614 846 8420 to learn about all of the new treatments available.

 What causes age spots or liver spots?

 "Age spots" look like big freckles: they are flat and brownish but wider than a centimeter across. They are commonly found on sun-exposed areas like the face, hands, and lower arms. While freckles appear in children and can darken with the sun, age spots are due to a cumulative exposure to sunlight, do not change in color, and usually occur after the age of 40. Sometimes they are called "liver spots" but, in fact, they have nothing to do with the liver.

You do not have to treat age spots. However, if you do not like the looks of them, there are several options. Your doctor or dermatologist may freeze them with liquid nitrogen. You may buy a bleaching lotion or you may get a chemical peel to slightly diminish them.

Just like the name, age spots are just that.  They usually arise due to aging.  However, sun exposure without protection certainly speeds up the process.  Call us now to learn how to prevent age spots!

What treatments are available for age spots (liver spots) or discolorations?

 With all of the recent advances, there are many options available.  It all depends on how much they bother you and how severe your age spots are.  At the Skin Perfect Clinic, we have all of the options available so that you can make the best choice for you. 

We all hate them, unfortunately, we all get them!

The Skin Perfect Clinic uses the most recent science to help you obtain the healthiest skin possible.

The latest research shows that the most important part of healthy, beautiful skin is collagen. The more you have, the better. Smooth, soft, and radiantly youthful skin has a thick layer of collagen below the surface. The fact is, as we get older collagen begins to fade away and our skin get thinner with less elastin and collagen.