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Non Surgical Options Facial Rejuvenation in my 30s?

asked 1 year ago by gcsunshinegirl
Latest answer by Jeannette Graf, MD
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Tags: age 35-44, female, brown spots, downtime, makeup, non surgical, options, skin tone, uneven

Hi. I am in my mid 30s and looking to have some non surgical facial rejuvenation done. My main issues are (slightly) uneven skin, uneven skin tone (mostly brown spots but nothing that can't be covered with light makeup).... I am looking for something with only 3-5(max) day down time... Any advice would be greatly appreciated. Thanks

10 answers to Non Surgical Options Facial Rejuvenation in my 30s?

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Facial rejuvenation even skin tone in your 30's

In looking at the photo you have submitted I do see some brown spots however I am more impressed by the level of redness in your skin. The first thing I would suggest is treating any possible skin issue such as rosacea which I suspect due to the redness. A medication such as Azelaic Acid or Finacea would help both the redness as well as help lighten the brown spots. A regimen consisting of year-round sun protection during the day as well as anti-redness antioxidant... more
Jeannette Graf, MD

Long Island City Dermatologist
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Photorejuvenation (light based) is ideal for young, sun-damaged skin

A photofacial series using intense pulsed light (IPL) or a pulsed-dye laser (PDL) would be the most helpful here. In 4-6 sessions with essentially no downtime. IPL may be the best option as it works on three main targets: 1) Pigment (brown spots) - lifts them to the surface = less brown spots! 2) Opened blood vessels that make the skin look red - evens skin color and removes unsightly visible vessels 3) Water - the heat from the filtered light stimulates new collagen... more
Todd Schlesinger, MD

Charleston Dermatologist
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IPL works for brown and red areas

You might want to consult about IPL (intense pulsed light) which is totally noninvasive and requires no down time. It can lighten both reddened areas and brown discolorations, and your photo shows both. You need to see an expert to examine your skin to evaluate whether it is suitable for that treatment. You would likely need 3 to 6 sessions.
Hugh McLean, MD

Mississauga Plastic Surgeon
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Vi peels botanicals and retinoids

For such pigmentation problems pretreating with botanical skin products that address pigmentation will help greatly.  I use the IS Clininal White Lightening creams and serums.  The kelp and mushroom extracts found in these productsl block the  conversion of melanin.   The retinoids help regulate and turnover the skin in preparation for a chemical  peel.   The Vipeel utilizes TCA, phenol and salicylate acids to peel the skin and dipigment areas of... more
Lee Kleiman, MD

Annapolis Facial Plastic Surgeon
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Non-surgical Options for Facial Rejuvenation in 30's

Your best option for overall non-surgical facial rejuvenation with minimal downtime is fractional laser resurfacing with the UlraPulse Encore for ActiveFX. Your next best option is a series of IPL/ Photofacial treatments. A good, third option is a series of peels. For both ActiveFX and IPL/ Photofacial treatments, your outcome can be improved and maintained by prepping your skin before treatment and being on an appropriate skin care regimen, to include daily use of SPF 30 antioxidant... more
Anifat Balogun, MD

Seattle Facial Plastic Surgeon
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Non surgical rejuvenation options for a 30 year old

From simple to more complex, the options are: 1. Topical retinoids, like Retin A and Tazorac in the evenings and a broad spectrum sunscreen in the mornings.  What I see in your photo is pigmentary changes, dilated pores, some rosacea and some wrinkling particularly around the jawline.  So start the retinoids slowly, twice a week at night time.  Make sure you use a sunscreen every morning as 80% of what we think of as aging changes are due to ultraviolet light exposure... more
Emily Altman, MD

Short Hills Dermatologic Surgeon
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Non-surgical facial rejuvenation

Daily use of a moisturizer with SPF 30+ (one with broad spectrum coverage containing for example Mexoryl or Avobenzone) would be my first suggestion.  As for topical creams, one containing a combination of tretinoin, hydroquinone and hydrocortisone, or with hydroquinone alone, can be used intermittently.  As for noninvasive procedures, IPL would likely help with the redness and brown spots.
Bryan K. Chen, MD

San Diego Dermatologist
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Fractional Laser Resurfacing would be ideal

Fractional Laser Resurfacing would be ideal.  It has about 3 days of downtime and will remove the brown spots, uneven pigmentation, and help to resurface your skin so it is softer and smoother overall.  You will need a few treatments for maximum results.
Babak Azizzadeh, MD

Beverly Hills Facial Plastic Surgeon
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Facial rejuvenation

Sunshinegirl, The first thing that you have to do is promise yourself that you will use a sunscreen DAILY even if you don't think that you are being exposed to the sun.  There are several moisturizers that  have good sunscreen coverage that are inexpensive. I use Aveeno and Neutrogena products myself.  Secondly, You can use a hydroquinone and a retinoid or a combination cream. Lastly, if this doesn't get you where you need to be I would try a simple 20 or 25% TCA peel.... more
Jo Herzog, MD

Birmingham Dermatologist
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Non-Surgical Options for Facial Rejuvenation in a Younger Patient

One of the most effective ways to reverse sunspots due to the effects of chronic sun damage to your skin is by using a combination of two prescription strength medications: 4% hydroquinone and tretinoin cream. Prescription strength 4% hydroquinone is better than any OTC product for lightening dark spots in the skin. These dark spots are typically due to chronic sun damage so daily use of sunscreens is essential in your treatment. Combining prescription-only tretinoin cream with hydroquinone... more
Mitchell Schwartz, MD

South Burlington Dermatologic Surgeon

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