Naila MD Skin System Blog

1. How does the laser hair removal work?
The hair removal laser is designed to be recognized and absorbed by the dark pigment in the hair, the laser energy is transmitted along the hair shaft into the hair growth center and burns up the growing hair follicle which results in fewer hair and thinner hair with subsequent growth cycles. The hair in active growth phase are most susceptible to the laser. About 10-15% of hair are in active growth phase at any part of your body at any given time

2. Does hair removal hurt?
Laser hair removal is not as painful as you might think. The discomfort from laser hair removal varies with the laser system and with the skin and hair type of the individual being treated. Generally laser hair removal does not require application of local anesthetic and is well tolerated by most patients. Different areas of body have different sensory nerve endings and some areas are more sensitive than others. Underarms and bikini area are more sensitive than legs and arms. Most patients undergoing this treatment describe a sensation of "rubber band snap" on the skin. At our Dallas medical spa we use a cool gel and ice packs to reduce the discomfort for the more sensitive areas like underarms, bikini and upper lip

3. How many laser hair removal treatments does it take to get rid of hair?
We see significant reduction in hair growth after 6-8 treatments in most people. Some individuals may have resistant hair growth due to genetic and hormonal influences.For our laser hair removal patients, we recommend starting with 6 sessions and then having maintenance treatments as needed for more stubborn or recurrent hair growth

4. Can African-American skin be treated with laser hair removal?
Yes. With caution, use of right type of laser an experienced technician can treat darker skin safely and with good results. Dark skinned individuals are more susceptible to skin burns and dark pigmented scars with the skin lasers, chemical peels and IPL treatments. At our Southlake and Dallas Skincare clinics, about 30% of our skincare patients have dark skin and we typically lower the laser settings to avoid burns. This usually requires extra sessions for adequate hair removal. We also recommend a test spot for some of our high risk patients before actually proceeding with a full session to assess the skin reaction. Our patient safety and comfort is a priority even if it takes extra time to get the right results

5. Can patients with blonde or grey hair get laser hair removal?
No. Since the laser is picked up by the dark pigment in the hair , blonde or gray hair will not be affected with the laser and we do not recommend this treatment for gray or blonde hair.

6. Is there any down time after laser hair removal treatment?
No. You may have mild redness and sensation of a light sunburn to the treated area which

We are glad to offer the revolutionary Bellacontour treatment system for body contouring and cellulite reduction at our Dallas Cosmetic Skincare and Weight Management Practice

The BellaContour is the result of many years of extensive research and development. This innovative, patented technology uses the mechanical and physical characteristics of ultrasound technology to treat beyond the superficial layers of the skin -
with a penetration depth of up to 3 inches. The Ultrasound breaks down the trapped fat cells in the skin and releases fat in the connective tissue. The fat is subsequently removed by the circulatory and lymphatic systems activated by the Bellacontour treatment.
The result is a fundamental improvement of the structure and aesthetic appearance of the different skin layers and tissue. The Bellacontour is an excellent treatment for cellulite reduction and skin tightening and leads to rapid inch loss and improvement in skin texture, painlessly and with no downtime.

25% Off Bellacontour for Body throughout May 2013.
Call our office 888-210-9693 for a complimentary consultation

Botox and Cosmetic Dermal Filler Special at our Southlake office is Tomorrow 5-13-13. Please call 888-210-9693 for an appointment.

When Should You Not Get Dermal Filler Treatment?

You should not get Cosmetic Dermal Filler treatment if you have any of the following:

• If you have allergy to any of the ingredients in the cosmetic dermal fillers. We use one or a combination of the following cosmetic dermal fillers, Juvederm Ultra Plus XC, Juvederm Ultra XC, Radiesse, Restylane or Belotero dermal fillers depending on the area being treated.


• If you are currently Pregnant or think you may be pregnant


• If you have an active skin infection of the intended treatment area


• If you experienced an adverse affect following a prior treatment with cosmetic dermal fillers, please do let us know at the time of your consultation.


Active bacterial, viral or fungal skin infection of the area to be treated can lead to local or systemic spread with use of a needle for injections. You should have the skin infection treated by your Physician with the appropriate anti-bacterial, anti-viral or anti-fungal agent as indicated at your Physicians discretion and wait for all signs and symptoms of the infection to be completely resolved before making your appointment for cosmetic dermal filler treatment.

Botox and Cosmetic Dermal Fillers Special is on Tuesday 4-9-13 at our Dallas office
Botox/Xeomin: $10/unit
Radiesse: $595/syringe
Restylane/Juvederm/Belotero: $450/syringe

Please call our office 888-210-9693 for an appointment.
Visit our website for more information about our skincare and weight loss practice in Dallas and Southlake

About Dr. Malik

Dr Malik is board certified by the American Board of Family Physicians and has over 10 years of experience with Botox/neuromodulators, dermal fillers and cosmetic skin lasers. Her medical practice is focused on cosmetic skincare, acne and rosacea treatments and medical weight loss.
For more information about Dallas and Southlake cosmetic skin care treatments, Dallas and Southlake medical weight loss or to schedule an appointment, please call our office at 888-210-9693

Our Botox /Xeomin and cosmetic dermal filler sale in the Southlake skincare clinic is on Monday 4-8-13. Please call 888-210-9693 for an appointment

Botox or Xeomin - $10 per unit
Belotero |Juvederm Ultra | Juvederm Ultra Plus| Restylane - $450 per Syringe
Radiesse - $595 per Syringe

About Dr. Malik

Dr Malik is board certified by the American Board of Family Physicians and has over 10 years of experience with Botox/neuromodulators, dermal fillers and cosmetic skin lasers. Her medical practice is focused on cosmetic skincare, acne and rosacea treatments and medical weight loss.
For more information about Dallas and Southlake cosmetic skin care treatments, Dallas and Southlake medical weight loss or to schedule an appointment, please call our office at 888-210-9693
Visit our website for a complete list of our skincare services

Wrinkle Treatments with Neuromodulators (Botox, Xeomin, Dysport) and Dermal Fillers in Dallas and Southlake

Although neuromodulators like Botox, Xeomin and Dysport are safe and effective for temporary reduction of expressive wrinkles, there are a few circumstances when you should not get these agents for wrinkle reduction. Please readfamiliarize yourself with the common contra-indications for neuromodulators before scheduling your next Botox treatment

When Should You Not Get Botox Treatment?

When should you NOT get Botox or other neuromodulator treatment?
You should not get Botox or Xeomin or other neuromodulator treatment if you have any of the following:

• If you have allergy to any of the ingredients in Botox, Xeomin or Dysport


• If you have a medical condition that affects your muscles and or nerves


• If you are currently Pregnancy or think you may be pregnant


• If you are currently breast feeding


• If you have an active skin infection of the intended treatment area

Active bacterial, viral or fungal skin infection of the area to be treated can lead to local or systemic spread with use of a needle for injections. You should have the skin infection treated by your Physician with the appropriate anti-bacterial, anti-viral or anti-fungal agent as indicated at your Physicians discretion and wait for all signs and symptoms of the infection to be completely resolved before making your appointment for Botox cosmetic treatment.

For questions about your Botox or Xeomin treatment, please call our office 888-210-9693 for an appointment.

About Dr. Malik

Dr Malik is board certified by the American Board of Family Physicians and has over 10 years of experience with Botox/neuromodulators, dermal fillers and cosmetic skin lasers. Her medical practice is focused on cosmetic skincare, acne and rosacea treatments and medical weight loss.
For more information about Dallas and Southlake cosmetic skin care treatments, Dallas and Southlake medical weight loss or to schedule an appointment, please call our office at 888-210-9693

Medical Microdermabrasion with Diamond Tip- 4 Sessions for $199- April 2013

As we age, the rate of cell turnover slows down, leading to accumulation of dead cells and debris on skin surface resulting in dull, lusterless complexion, clogged pores and breakouts. Advanced Medical Microdermabrasion under Physician supervision safely and effectively compliments most treatment programs without downtime.

A series of 4-6 treatments followed by regular maintenance visits is recommended for optimum results

Medical microdermabrasion with our diamond tip microdermabrasion unit is gentle enough for most skin types yet so effective that most people notice improvement in skin texture and pore size immediately after a single treatment.

At our Dallas and Southlake skincare office, all microdermabrasion treatments are performed by our experienced and certified medical aestheticians under Physician supervision.

At your first visit, your skin needs are evaluated by our trained aestheticians who take into account history of medical conditions and any medications that may interfere with your treatment outcome.

Our staff can also help you determine the most suitable skincare and a treatment plan for your particular needs for best long term results

About Dr. Naila Malik

Dr Malik is board certified by the American Board of Family Physicians and has over 10 years of experience with Botox/neuromodulators, dermal fillers and cosmetic skin lasers. Her medical practice is focused on cosmetic skincare, acne and rosacea treatments and medical weight loss.
For more information about Dallas and Southlake cosmetic skin care treatments, Dallas and Southlake medical weight loss or to schedule an appointment, please call our office at 888-210-9693
Visit our website for a complete list of our skincare services and information about our medical weight loss program in the Dallas and Southlake offices

Dallas Botox and Cosmetic Dermal Filler Special is on Thursday 3-21-13. Please call 888-210-9693 for an appointment.

BELOTERO DERMAL FILLER
We are excited to offer a new option for dermal fillers to our patients!

BELOTERO BALANCE® Dermal Filler has unique properties that allow it to adapt within the skin for soft and even correction. The versatility of the product makes it strong enough to handle deep treatment areas such as the nasolabial folds, yet soft enough to treat more delicate areas such as vertical lip lines, temples, tear troughs etc.

We have been using Belotero in our office for wrinkle treatments, and volume replenishment for our patients and have had excellent patient feedback and satisfaction with this new dermal filler.

One of the attributes that personally interested me is the fact that Belotero is a hyaluronic acid product which has been available and used extensively for several years giving it a pretty good track record for safety. I am not a fan of trying "new" products without examining the safety record of the products which is usually not available until many years after the product has been used widely. I also like the consistency of Belotero which allows for a more superficial injection without the "lumpy" appearance in vertical lines above the lip and in tear troughs.

For more information on Belotero visit their website. Call our office 888-210-9693 for an appointment if you are interested in Belotero treatment

Medical Microdermabrasion- Dallas Acne and Antiaging Skin Treatments

Aging skin has reduced cell turn over which results in accumulation of dead cells and debris on skin surface resulting in dull, lusterless complexion, clogged pores, breakouts and so forth.

Excess oil production due to hormonal changes in teens and adults also lead to accumulation of pore clogging sebum and debris resulting in acne breakouts and dull skin surface.

Medical microdermabrasion is a safe treatment to improve skin texture.

At Naila Malik MD, we use Advanced Medical Microdermabrasion under Physician supervision safely and effectively to compliment most treatment programs without downtime. A series of treatments followed by regular maintenance visits is recommended for optimum results.

Advanced medical microdermabrasion under physician supervision can gently resurface the skin by removing the dead cells and debris for glowing, luminous complexion

What it will do for you

Medical microdermabrasion performed by our well trained certified aestheticians can
• Improve skin tone and texture
• Clean and tighten large pores
• Smooth Acne and other superficial scars
• Reduce appearance of fine lines
Increase skin circulation for healthier, glowing skin

Painless Treatment and No Downtime

The procedure is quick, painless and there is no downtime. Full face treatment takes less than 10 minutes and you can apply your makeup right after the treatment. Occasionally, there may be mild redness and "stripy" appearance of the treated skin lasting 2-3 days. History of sensitive skin, use of retin-A , alpha hydroxy acids and beta hydroxy acid products increases the likelihood of red stripes.
For best results a series of 6 treatments, 1-2 weeks apart is recommended, followed by maintenance every 4-6 weeks

For more information or to schedule an appointment, please call 888-210-9693

Dallas IPL Fotofacial Special ends March 31, 2013

What is IPL Photo-rejuvenation?

Photoaging from years of sun exposure leads to discoloration, rough texture,course and fine lines, sun spots, broken capillaries and poor skin texture
IPL(Intense Pulsed Light) targets the dark pigment in skin and the red pigment in broken or dilated blood vessels to instantly destroy brown sunspots and minimize dilated and broken capillaries. IPL treatments improve the appearance of enlarged pores, coarse or rough skin, poor skin tone and loss of elasticity which makes it an excellent treatment for photoaging and for rosacea.

What to expect during the treatments?
The treatment is done by one of our experienced, laser trained medical aestheticians. The treated area is iced and with cool gel. Most people describe the IPL as sensation of a rubber band snap. We start conservatively to assess the response of your skin and gradually increase the intensity of treatment at each subsequent visit for best results with fewer side effects

How many treatments will I need?
The number of treatments do get the desired results depends on the type of skin and skin response to treatment. On average most people need 4-5 sessions, 2-3 weeks apart for best results which can be maintained with touch up treatments every few months

What are the potential side effects of IPL?
The IPL destroys sunspots and broken capillaries with heat, skin burn is the most common side effect from IPL. Superficial and mild skin burns heal without any scarring and are sometimes unavoidable to get the desired results. Sometimes skin burns can lead to hyperpigmentation especially in darker skin type, therefore dark skinned individuals are not the best candidates for this treatment

What areas can be treated with IPL?
The treatment is suitable for any exposed area of your body with sun damage. Face, decolletage, back of hands, arms are some of the most common areas treated in our office

Call 888-210-9693 for an appointment for IPL Fotofacial in Dallas for youthful, smooth and revitalized even toned skin

Our Southlake Botox and Cosmetic Dermal Filler Special is on Monday 3-18-13 at our Southlake Skincare office. Please call 888-210-9693 for an appointment.

Dallas Cosmetic Dermal Filler Treatments- Optimize your Wrinkle Treatment Results

How can you Optimize your Results with the Cosmetic Dermal Fillers?
To make the most of your cosmetic dermal filler treatments we recommend the following before and after the treatment with cosmetic dermal fillers like Juvederm, Restylane, Belotero and Radiesse. These simple tips help reduce bruising, swelling thereby reducing the recovery time for optimal results

Before Your Dermal Filler Treatment.
We recommend that if you can, avoid any medications that can cause thinning of blood and prolong bleeding. These medications include aspirin and other non-steroidal anti-inflammatory medications (NSAIDs) such as Ibuprofen, naproxen, vitamin E for at least one week prior to getting the treatment for wrinkles in order to reduce the risk of bruising and bleeding at the injection site.

After your Dermal Filler Treatment:
Avoid strenous physical activity and excessive alcohol consumption for 24 hours after the injection treatment. Fresh pineapple and fresh citrus fruit helps with reduction of bruising. You may take arnica pills by mouth to reduce the swelling and bruising accomapnied with dermal filler injections. Better management of chronic stress, wholesome diet rich in organic protein, fresh fruits and vegetables, moderate physical activity all lead to speedy recovery.

Visit www.nailamalikmdskin.com for more information about our medical skincare and weight loss practice in Southlake and Dallas

Difference between IPL Photorejuvenation and CO2 Fractional Laser Skin Resurfacing Treatments

Which treatment is right for you?

Overview of IPL Photo-rejuvenation Treatments in Our Dallas Skincare Practice

IPL FotoFacial, Photorejuvenation or Photofacial
IPL is short for Intense Pulsed Light, and is considered one of the most advanced and widely performed non invasive anti-aging skin treatments. IPL photo-rejuvenation or FotoFacial is performed by firing intense pulsed light onto the skin surface to target different skin structures. The different types of IPL filters can be used to improve or eliminate different types of skin problems such as broken capillaries, rosacea, sun spots, age spots, freckles and blemishes.

Overview of CO2 Fractional Laser Resurfacing at our Dallas Skincare Office

The CO2 laser resurfacing traditionally has been the gold standard for laser skin resurfacing for all signs of facial aging,rough texture, fine and deep wrinkles, loss of skin tone and elasticity. The downside of CO2 laser is the discomfort during the procedure requiring this procedure to be performed under general anesthesia or heavy sedation and a very prolonged (6 week) recovery time. The traditional CO2 laser can only be used to treat the face, and is not suitable for neck, chest or back of hands.
The Fractional CO2 laser is the latest cutting edge and revolutionary laser technology which keeps many of the advantages of the traditional CO2 laser, with huge benefits of far less discomfort (performed with topical anesthetic creme only) and much shorter downtime (4-5 days) The CO2 fractional laser can be safely used to treat the photo-damaged skin of neck, chest and back of hands in addition to face. The CO2 fractional laser treatment can significantly improve skin sun spots, freckles, , pores and induce skin tightening as well.

Difference between IPL Photorejuvenation and and CO2 Fractional Laser Skin Resurfacing Treatments

IPL is not the same as laser skin treatments because unlike laser, IPL uses a very bright burst of broad-spectrum light through a wide treatment head, placed on the surface of skin. The wavelength of the IPL is selected according to the skin type and the skin concerns of the individual treated. The intense pulsed light specifically targets brown pigment in the sun spots , age spots or freckes and the red pigment in the broken capillaries and rosacea without affecting the superficial layer of the skin (the epidermis).

The following are the most salient differences between IPL and laser skin resurfacing

IPL causes less discomfort than the CO2 fractional laser skin resurfacing and does not require topical anesthetic creme before the treatment.
IPL does not remove or peel away the surface of skin
IPL has less recovery time than the CO2 fractional laser. Most people can apply makeup and go right back to their busy schedules. Laser resurfacing requires 3-5 days of skin healing and downtime
IPL requires 4-6 sessions for best results, Laser resurfacing with CO2 Fractional laser requires one treatment only
In our Dallas antiaging skincare office IPL is done by our certified medical aestheticians and Laser resurfacing is performed by Dr. Malik

Differences in Results of IPL Photo-rejuvenation and CO2 Fractional Laser Resurfacing Treatments

IPL treatment leads to :
Significant improvement in sun spots, age spots, Freckles, Rosacea, broken capillaries

Subtle improvement in Skin texture, Pores and fine lines

The CO2 fractional laser leads to:

Significant improvement in rough skin , fine and deep wrinkles, skin tone and elasticity
acne and other scars, appearance of pores

No improvement in skin redness and broken capillaries, in fact for several weeks there is increase in facial redness. People with rosacea are not the best candidates for CO2 fractional laser resurfacing.

In our Dallas skincare clinic, we combine IPL FotoFacial and CO2 Fractional laser resurfacing for individuals with a combination of photo-damage and facial redness.

For more information about the right type of skin treatment for your skin type and concerns, please call our office 888-210-9693 for a complimentary appointment with Dr. Malik

Rejuvenating Micropeel in Dallas for Improvement in skin texture, wrinkles, sunspots and pores

Naila Malik MD Rejuvenating Micropeel
Our Rejuvenating Micro-peel is performed by one of our certified medical aestheticians and starts with light skin resurfacing with medical grade crystal-free microdermabrasion, gentle extraction of blocked pores followed by application of our custom compounded Retin A solution, 4x stronger than the highest prescription Retin A available for at-home use.

Who is a Candidate for the Rejuvenating Micropeel?
As we age, the skin cell turn over slows down leading to build up of old cells and oils on the surface of skin resulting in dull lusterless complexion and clogged pores.
Sun damage adds to the aging skin with appearance of brown spots, fine lines and rough texture. Rough skin texture and large pores make it difficult to apply makeup.
Naila Malik MD Rejuvenating micro-peel is a painless procedure, which takes about 10 minutes and has minimum downtime
If you have any of the above skin concerns, little tolerance for pain and no downtime you may be a candidate for our rejuvenating micropeel

What it Will Do for You
Each treatment leads to improvement in skin texture, fine lines, appearance of pores and surface pigment irregularities. A series of 3-6 treatments is recommended for best results. The initial series of treatments can be done 2-4 weeks apart. Maintenance of results can be achieved with a single treatment every 4-6 weeks.

For more information or to schedule an appointment, please call 888-210-9693

Medical Weight Loss in Dallas and Southlake

Naila Malik MD FIT weight loss program is custom designed by Dr. Naila Malik to help you achieve and maintain your healthy body weight. The program is aimed to optimize your metabolism for fat loss and real, lasting results.
As a practicing physician with 20 years of experience, Dr. Malik has treated countless patients with obesity, excess weight, prediabetes and host of medical problems resulting from excess weight.
Diet, physical activity, chronic stress, poor sleep can all affect weight gain and efficiency of weight loss. Naila Malik MD FIT takes into account all aspects of lifestyle for lasting weight management.
Most of our patients experience improvement in energy, cholesterol, blood pressure and overall health within weeks and are able to maintain their healthy weight for longer period of time than with most other diets.
The goal of our program is to help you implement permanent lifestyle alteration which changes your relationship with food, exercise and stress management.
Instead of focusing on loosing a few pounds we emphasize the importance of adopting a healthier lifestyle for life and shift your focus from scale to better health and fitness.
We supplement the healthy lifestyle with B12 Lipotropic injections and Dr. Malik may prescribe an appetite suppressant for short term ONLY to help you cultivate the new eating habits.
For more information about Naila Malik MD FIT weight loss program in Dallas, please call our office at 888-210-9693 for an appointment

DOT CO2 Laser Treatment is 40% Off at Dallas Office until March 31, 2013

About Dot CO2 Therapy
DOT (Dermal Optical Thermolysis) therapy is a new way to approach aged skin and get rid of years of sun damage in just one treatment. DOT CO2 laser system is a type of laser peel which removes several layers of superficial skin heats up the deeper layers of skin for collagen production. The result is smoother, clearer, firmer skin with fewer wrinkles and sunspots and much better tone and texture.

Who can benefit from DOT CO2 Laser Treatments
If you have any of the following skin concerns, you may see significant improvement with the DOT therapy:
Extensive sun damage leading to rough skin texture, fine and deep wrinkles, sun spots, skin discoloration, poor skin tone may be reduced or eliminated with DOT Therapy.
Acne and other skin scars can be reduced with DOT CO2 therapy. If you have deep scars, it may take 2-4 treatments to see significant reduction in the depth of the scars
If you have mild sagging of eyelids, the Madonna eye-lift with DOT therapy is a nonsurgical option to improve the texture and subtly and safely lift the eyelids.

Who performs the DOT therapy?
DOT CO2 laser is an aggressive laser skin peel and should be performed by an experienced clinician. In our office, Dr. Naila Malik performs all DOT CO2 laser treatments with your safety and comfort as our top priority.
Dr. Malik has been a practicing physician for over 20 years and has extensive experience in cosmetic skincare treatments.

For more information about DOT CO2 therapy in Dallas, or for your complimentary appointment, please call our office 888-210-9693 or visit our website for a complete list of our Dallas care treatments and medical weight loss in Dallas