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Why would I have such an oily complexion?

I am a 57 year old postmenopausal female. Why has my skin gotten so oily the past five or six years? I struggled with acne during adolescence and then with adult acne in my late teens and early twenties. My skin was okay as an adult with the usual hormonal breakouts. Thank you for your advice.

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Oily Skin and Aging -- Laser, Skin Tightening, Fillers/Sculptra/Fat, Microneedling/PRP

April 28th, 2016
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Lasers, peels, and skin care can all be used to improve results.  I suggest seeing a cosmetic dermatologist with experience who can tailor a treatment plan for you.  Best, Dr. Emer.

Web reference: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCa6C2fuS-AgOnvBjr6_VSQg

Jason Emer, MD


Los Angeles Dermatologic Surgeon
4.8 out of 5 stars 203 reviews

April 28th, 2016

Oily Skin and Aging -- Laser, Skin Tightening, Fillers/Sculptra/Fat, Microneedling/PRP

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Lasers, peels, and skin care can all be used to improve results.  I suggest seeing a cosmetic dermatologist with experience who can tailor a treatment plan for you.  Best, Dr. Emer.

Learn more: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCa6C2fuS-AgOnvBjr6_VSQg

Jason Emer, MD


Los Angeles Dermatologic Surgeon
4.8 out of 5 stars 203 reviews

Oily Complexion and Menopause

April 26th, 2016
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As your hormones change you may definitely find that your skin is oily.  You may need to use Retinoids and other topical treatments. In addition topical treatment such as microdermabrasion and oxygen facials help a great deal to rejuvenate and improve your skin tone and texture.  Best, Dr. Green

Web reference: http://www.michelegreenmd.com/acne-scar-treatment

Michele S. Green, MD
April 26th, 2016

Oily Complexion and Menopause

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As your hormones change you may definitely find that your skin is oily.  You may need to use Retinoids and other topical treatments. In addition topical treatment such as microdermabrasion and oxygen facials help a great deal to rejuvenate and improve your skin tone and texture.  Best, Dr. Green

Learn more: http://www.michelegreenmd.com/acne-scar-treatment

Michele S. Green, MD

Oily skin

May 25th, 2016
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At our practice I recommend topical retinoids in conjunction with laser therapy, peels and micro-needling.

Having the right regimen at home can really boost confidence and improve skin.  In addition, our in office treatments such as Sublative Fractional RF laser works deep in the skin to improve collagen, sun damage, lines and wrinkles, pores, tightening and oiliness.

Chemical peels are a great way to clean the skin and revive it to a beautiful luster.

We also recommend Hydra Facials once every two to four weeks for smoother, softer and more supple skin.  Getting on a consistent facial regimen is key to beautiful skin.

Hope this helps.  Good luck.

Web reference: http://www.shaferplasticsurgery.com/cosmetic-skin-products/med-spa-procedure/

David Shafer, MD
May 25th, 2016

Oily skin

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At our practice I recommend topical retinoids in conjunction with laser therapy, peels and micro-needling.

Having the right regimen at home can really boost confidence and improve skin.  In addition, our in office treatments such as Sublative Fractional RF laser works deep in the skin to improve collagen, sun damage, lines and wrinkles, pores, tightening and oiliness.

Chemical peels are a great way to clean the skin and revive it to a beautiful luster.

We also recommend Hydra Facials once every two to four weeks for smoother, softer and more supple skin.  Getting on a consistent facial regimen is key to beautiful skin.

Hope this helps.  Good luck.

Learn more: http://www.shaferplasticsurgery.com/cosmetic-skin-products/med-spa-procedure/

David Shafer, MD

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