Should I use both TNS Essential Serum and TNS HA5? I have mature skin. Can I use Tretinoin with both these products?

Thanks for the great question! In my opinion, the best skin care products to use prior to Halo are retinol and hydroquinone (if you have darker skin). The retinol will help to condition the skin prior to the treatment and the hydroquinone helps to prevent post inflammatory hyperpigmentation and...

Lytera can be used in combination with other products that contain glycolic and salicylic acids! Although we do recommend to use Lytera full face. There is a new product out now called Even & Correct Dark spot cream that can target individual dark spots a bit stronger compared to the Lytera 2.0....

Thank you for your question. A chemical peel is a technique used to improve the appearance of the skin on the face, neck or hands. A chemical solution is applied to the skin that causes it to exfoliate and eventually peel off. Some patients who have thicker skin or on a skin care regime will ...

Thank you for your question praytell. The Illuminize Peel by SkinMedica is a great chemical peel. It is the lightest one and a good one to start with for the first time patient. Redness and flaking are common after a peel. This can last a week or two. For my patients I recommend using the Avene...

I have found that growth factors help the skin look better including pigmentation and redness.  Combined with lasers you will get a better outcome.  I suggest seeing an expert.  Best, Dr. Emer.

Hello, thank you for your question. The SkinMedica Scar Recovery Gel is the most effective topical gel or cream I’ve seen for reducing the appearance of scars, as long as patients start using it as soon as wounds heal. It contains a proprietary blend of ingredients that promote rapid healing a...