A hair transplant is a procedure in which a plastic or dermatological surgeon moves hair to a bald area of the head. The surgeon usually moves hair from the back or side of the head to the front or top of the head. Hair transplants typically occur in a medical office under local anesthesia. Pattern […]
CO2 Resurfacing lasers are typically more effective in treating acne scars, blotchy skin, deeper wrinkles and scars from surgery or trauma. They also produce better results when the skin has severe textural changes including pigment abnormalities from sun damage. The laser affects the deeper layers of skin and helps to tighten or shrink collagen, which […]
HydraFacials® have been seen everywhere in the past few years — literally. They went on a worldwide tour to give out free treatments, and the treatment has been covered by every major beauty magazine and blogger. And for good reason, because there are a lot of benefits to HydraFacials. From the actual treatment to the results you’ll see after, there are a lot of reasons […]
BB Glow treatment is a procedure that is done along with microneedling to reduce wrinkles, pores and hyperpigmentation in a patient instantly. It could be a semi-permanent make-up procedure, that enables the consumer to attain glowing, radiant, on the face. 2 to 3 sessions lasting up to six months may be required depending on your […]
What is micro-needling and its uses? Microneedling is used for reduction in wrinkles, acne scars and facial rejuvenation. Microneedling or collagen induction therapy, is minimally invasive skin rejuvenation procedure that involves the use of a device that contains fine needles to create fine micro-holes into your skin. This initiates the skin’s natural ability to heal […]
Pre-treatment 4 weeks before Do not wax, tweeze, bleach, or use hair removal creams or electrolysis on treatment area. These activities can reduce the effectiveness of the treatment. Avoid direct sun exposure. If unavoidable, use minimum SPF 30. 1-2 weeks before Discontinue tanning (includes beds, self-tanning creams and sprays) 24 hours before Shave treatment area […]
When it comes to laser hair removal machines you will find many options in Pakistan. The four most common types of lasers found in our dermatology clinics here in Pakistan are: IPL (intense-pulsed light) which is not a laser technically Alexandrite Laser Diode Laser Nd:YAG Laser Intense pulsed light IPL is the cheapest laser you […]
What is vitiligo? — Vitiligo is a condition that causes patches of skin (and sometimes hair) to turn white or lose its color. Doctors are not sure what causes vitiligo, but they suspect it is caused by an autoimmune response. That is when the body’s infection-fighting system, called the “immune system,” attacks healthy cells. In this case, […]
Ichthyosis vulgaris is an inherited skin disorder in which dead skin cells accumulate in thick, dry scales on your top skin’s surface. The scales of it, sometimes called fish scale disease or fish skin disease, can be present at birth, but usually first appear during early childhood. Sometimes, mild cases of ichthyosis vulgaris go undiagnosed […]
What is psoriasis? — Psoriasis is a skin condition that makes your skin thick and red. It also often causes silver or white scales to form on the skin. Doctors do not know what causes psoriasis. What are the symptoms of psoriasis? — The symptoms of psoriasis can include: Areas of skin that are dry or red, and that […]